News Release Archive

Past Carthage News Releases
- EventsJanuary 14
Carthage College invites community to virtual MLK Day celebration
Carthage College invites the community to join a celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. with a virtual Community Gathering on Monday, January 17, 2022.Read More “Carthage College invites community to virtual MLK Day celebration” - October 7
Track and field legend Jackie Joyner-Kersee to visit Carthage College
Three-time Olympic gold medalist and international humanitarian Jackie Joyner-Kersee will visit Carthage College during Homecoming and Family Weekend October 14-17.Read More “Track and field legend Jackie Joyner-Kersee to visit Carthage College” - October 1
Carthage College to host third annual Aspire Conference
Carthage College will host the third annual Aspire Conference aimed at informing and empowering students to take manageable steps to succeed not only after graduation but throughout their lives.Read More “Carthage College to host third annual Aspire Conference” - September 29
Christmas Festival ticket sales begin Friday
Featuring the majestic sounds of the Fritsch Memorial Organ, the Carthage Christmas Festival follows the age-old tradition of retelling the Christmas story through lessons and carols.Read More “Christmas Festival ticket sales begin Friday” - July 20
HARIBO executive Rick LaBerge joins Carthage board
Rick LaBerge, who has built iconic brands as a leader in global sales and marketing strategy for more than 25 years, has been elected to the Carthage College Board of Trustees.Read More “HARIBO executive Rick LaBerge joins Carthage board” - March 23
Carthage announces in-person plans for fall 2021 semester
Carthage College has announced it is planning for a fully in-person student experience for the 2021-2022 academic year.Read More “Carthage announces in-person plans for fall 2021 semester” - March 16
Carthage College innovates to expand access to mental health support
Uwill is a new program providing teletherapy for students, enabling all Carthage students on-demand counseling with licensed professionals through chat, video, phone, or text message.Read More “Carthage College innovates to expand access to mental health support” - March 2
Carthage to launch competitive esports program
Read More “Carthage to launch competitive esports program”Well-positioned to meet rising student demand, Carthage has adopted esports as a varsity sport and will begin competing this fall.
- February 19
Carthage College announces new team name
Carthage College announced on Friday, Feb. 19 that its 27 NCAA Division III athletic teams will now compete as the FirebirdsRead More “Carthage College announces new team name” - February 17
Carthage introduces Engineering Science major
The new Bachelor of Arts degree in Engineering Science will provide a rigorous engineering foundation for students interested in solving human problems by applying mathematics and science.Read More “Carthage introduces Engineering Science major” - January 28
Carthage College accelerates growth with new School of Business and Economics
Experiential learning curriculum developed in partnership with top regional employers prepares Carthage graduates to be competitive in today’s workforce.Read More “Carthage College accelerates growth with new School of Business and Economics” - January 18
New donations totaling over $500,000 support equity and inclusion at Carthage
Officials made the announcement during a Martin Luther King Day celebration Jan. 18, 2021.Read More “New donations totaling over $500,000 support equity and inclusion at Carthage”