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About this Issue: Connection

At Drury University, connections bridge the past, present, and future, shaping lives and leaving a lasting legacy. These bonds ripple through generations of students, faculty, and alumni, driving a shared commitment to growth, purpose, and innovation. As Drury’s legacy continues, its beautiful 90-acre campus in Springfield evolves — enhancing buildings, launching new programs, and making bold promises for the future. Together, we honor our rich history, empower the present, and inspire the future, building a community that transforms individual lives and the world around us.
Drury students gather with Dr. Jeff and Melinda Frederick for One Drury to celebrate the inauguration of our 19th President. Todd Parnell, Dr. Jeff Frederick, Dr. John Moore, and John Beuerlein ’75. The Drury Strings Chamber Ensemble performs during the Lunch on the Grounds. Drury faculty at Stone Chapel give undivided attention to Dr. Frederick’s speech. The Frederick family celebrate the inauguration events together. The Frederick family celebrate the inauguration events together.

DRURY MAGAZINE FALL 2024

PUBLISHER

Drury University
Dr. Jeff Frederick, President

EXECUTIVE EDITOR

Shanda Trautman

MANAGING EDITOR

Janet Rock

WRITER / EDITOR

Rex Ybañez

DESIGNERS

Max Prater, Janet Rock

PANTHER TRACKS EDITOR

Michelle Hethcoat

CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Jasmine Cooper

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