Category Archives: Quincy University

Where students gather: the growing demand for outdoor spaces at QU

Students at Quincy University express a desire for expanded outdoor activities and improved facilities to enhance campus life. Suggestions include more sports courts, seating, and relaxed spaces for socializing and studying outdoors.

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KC Range becomes a student hotspot as Quincy University crowds drive spring social scene and summer transition

a picture of the outside of the KC Range in Quincy, IL.

As the semester winds down and summer approaches, the KC Range in Quincy is shifting into a new season alongside the students who helped make it a local favorite. Known for its social atmosphere, interactive golf games, and laid-back environment, the venue is preparing for longer nights, warmer weather, and a steady mix of college students and community members. With extended hours, seasonal events, and a continued focus on entertainment, the KC Range is positioning itself as a go-to summer destination—giving students who stay in town an easy place to relax, compete, and stay connected even after classes end.

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Quincy announces plans to transform St. Boniface Church into shrine honoring Father Augustus Tolton

A picture of a sign outside of St. Bonifus Church.

Plans to transform St. Boniface Church into a shrine honoring Father Augustus Tolton were officially announced April 29 in Quincy, marking a major step in preserving the legacy of a figure whose impact continues to resonate. Led by Bishop Thomas John Paprocki and supported by local leaders, the project aims to create a lasting space for reflection, education, and pilgrimage while launching a community-wide fundraising effort.

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Documentary highlights the rise of women’s soccer at Quincy University

This is a picture of the intro of the documentary saying QUTV, Sports Documentary. (Freja Hansen/QUMedia)

The documentary “Chasing Legacy: Women’s Soccer at QU” depicts the journey of female athletes who founded the women’s soccer team at Quincy University in the late 1970s. It highlights their challenges, successes, and the ongoing legacy of equality in women’s sports.

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Shaping future educators: how Christina Priebe, EdD, inspires students at Quincy University

Students presenting in Dr. Priebe's class while engaging with classamtes.

For many education majors at Quincy University, learning how to teach starts long before they step into their own classrooms. Under the guidance of Christina Priebe, assistant professor of education and director of student teaching, students are not just studying lesson plans—they are actively becoming educators.

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Quincy University’s Student Government Association progresses with new plans

Quincy University’s Student Government Association is enhancing campus life through events and initiatives, creating a mission statement, and preparing for future elections, while remaining open to new student involvement and club formations.

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