Elmhurst Voices: Sesquicentennial Stories

As a special way to mark our sesquicentennial celebration, we asked some of our students, faculty, staff and alumni to share their fondest Elmhurst memories, favorite campus stories and hopes for the future of the University.

Follow along throughout our sesquicentennial celebration (May 2021–May 2022) as we share these stories and take a few deep dives into Elmhurst’s history and institutional legacy.

‘Our Students are Fantastic and Hardworking’

English department chair Ann Frank Wake strives to constantly improve the student experience.

‘Now, We’ve Got a Nationally Recognized Program’

Men’s basketball coach John Baines continues to build on a winning tradition.

‘I Got the Support I Needed’

Elmhurst helped Cynthia “Cyn” Campbell ’01 MBA ’05 advance in the world of finance.

‘A Little Piece in All of This’

Supply Chain Management Program Director Roby Thomas has helped shaped the future for students and the University.

‘Elmhurst Offered Everything and More’

While at Elmhurst, Len Walter ’62 laid the foundation for a legendary career in news media.

‘A Perfect Time to Reinvent’

After thriving at Elmhurst, Amanda O’Brien ’21 is heading abroad to teach in France.

‘Creating Students Who are Willing to Push’

Ayanna F. Brown, Ph.D., guides students on their growth journey.

‘You Can Make Friends for a Lifetime’

Elmhurst’s study abroad opportunities helped
Allen Riquelme ’16, MBA ’21 build his worldview.

‘This is the Place to Be’

Faculty stalwart Alan Weiger ’72 has witnessed Elmhurst’s momentous changes.

‘A Beautiful Challenge’

Student and mentor Norbaya Jameela Durr ’22 has seen growth in a time of change.

‘I See a Bright Future’

Storyteller and campus history buff Mark Wakely ’87 reflects on 40-plus years at Elmhurst.

‘So Many Ways to Grow’

Faculty member Colleen Munro-Leighton helps students become whole people.