LGBTQIA Campus Resources

McKendree Student Organizations

Spectrum Alliance

Spectrum Alliance’s purpose is to create an organization for queer people, gay men, lesbians, bisexuals, transgendered people, individuals of alternative lifestyles, and their allies. It will provide a safe and confidential environment where the aforementioned can feel comfortable and open. Spectrum Alliance is a social organization for members and allies of the Queer community that promotes political action, social reform, education, awareness, cultural, and community service for Queer causes.

Contact: Dr. Darryn Diuguid

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Lynn Huxford Center

The Lyn Huxford Center for Community Service aims to provide experiential learning and enriching service to engage McKendree University and its students with both their local and global communities. We strive to develop socially responsible global citizens. This is done through academic coursework, service experiences, educational programming and opportunities for personal growth.

Contact: Rev. Beverly Wilkes-Null

Campus Ministry

We are a diverse learning community of multiple faiths and we welcome those who are non-religious. Within this diversity, we seek to provide a safe, supportive space for growth and development through religious, spiritual, ethical and character development within the McKendree community. We promote understanding and appreciation of the various traditions through educational and cultural programming and a wide range of activities including: worship, educational events, cross-cultural programs, immersion, service, mission trips that enrich students’ hearts and minds. We also seek to celebrate our differences and foster McKendree students who will be effective and compassionate global citizens who seek to be people of good will. Welcome to McKendree!

Contact: Rev. Beverly Wilkes-Null

Student Affairs

At McKendree University, we believe that every student has a limitless potential for growth, and our student services are designed to provide all students with the special support they need to achieve their goals. McKendree stresses the importance of intellectual development which is promoted through instruction and study in carefully integrated curricula.

However, at McKendree learning isn't limited to the classroom. In providing a variety of services and programs, the University strives to create a community where intellectual, social, personal, spiritual, and ethical growth is encouraged and supported. The University community is organized to identify and to respond to student needs while simultaneously creating opportunities for students to join in a community of citizen-scholars. In such a setting, the most important ingredient is the individual, an individual who is committed to challenging him/herself and who demonstrates respect for others."

Contact: Dr. Joni Bastian

Director of Inclusive Education & Global Experience

We work to encourage all students to participate in campus events and leadership opportunities. This office implements cultural activities that are of interest to non-majority groups of all kinds, and sponsors meetings, training sessions and workshops that discuss issues of multiculturalism, diversity, leadership development and academic skills enhancement. The office also serves the needs of international students through advocacy, support, intervention, advising, leadership and access to opportunities in the United States.

Contact: Larry Davis II

Title IX Coordinator

University Statement of Non-Discrimination: McKendree University complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws and regulations, including but not limited to: Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended; Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, as amended; Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, as amended; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended; the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended; and, all other federal, state, and local anti-discrimination and equal opportunity laws and regulations including the Illinois Human Rights Act. McKendree University will not discriminate or retaliate on the basis of race, religion, gender, color, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender expression and identification in any phase of its admissions, financial aid, educational, athletic, or other programs or activities or, with respect to its employment practices. McKendree University is also committed to enhancing the cultural and gender diversity of the University.

Students and employees, including applicants, who believe they may have been discriminated against, may contact the University’s Compliance Officer at the University’s address or by telephone at (618) 537-6533 or they may contact the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or the Illinois Department of Human Rights. McKendree University is also authorized under federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students. McKendree University supports the “Eight Keys and the Principles of Excellence for Serving Veterans” published by the U.S. Department of Education and complies with the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act.

Policies stated in this catalog are subject to change as required and as the institution deems appropriate.

The statements contained herein are not to be regarded as an offer to contract.

Contacts: Dr. Joni Bastian and Dr. Jennifer Miller

Counseling Services

McKendree University Counseling Services strives to provide support and resources to everyone in the campus community. It is our goal to help students navigate an exciting time of growth, exploration and personal development. The counselors assist students to make the most of their college experience. Counseling helps students find balance, clarify their priorities and make the best choices while at McKendree while improving their overall well-being.

Contacts: Melissa McHenry MA, MS, LCPC and Charles Gregory II, MA, LCPC, LPC

Timely Care

McKendree University Counseling Services is now partnered with TimelyCare to deliver a new virtual well-being platform for students. Through either a mobile app or your desktop, TimelyCare provides 24/7 access to virtual care from anywhere in the United States at no cost.

Whether you’re feeling a little down, anxious, or overwhelmed, you can talk to a licensed provider to get the care you need via phone or secure video visits. Timely services are available at no cost to McKendree University students.

Health Services

Health services includes assessment and treatment of common illnesses, injuries, and medical problems; health education and over the counter medications are available at no charge. The nurse practitioner is available to evaluate, treat and prescribe for illnesses as well as continuum of care such as refills of routine medications.

Contact: Beth Allan, Nurse Practitioner