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Eureka College is a 4-year private liberal arts college in Eureka, located in central Illinois and is part of the National Park Service’s Register of Historic Places (2010). Chartered in 1855 by abolitionist members of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), they were committed to providing young people a broad, liberal education. These pioneers believed in an education infused with values as a basis for leadership. Eureka was the first college in the state of Illinois to admit men and women on an equal basis.
To the present day, the College has continued to be interested in the development of character as well as intellect and technical competence with emphasis on service and leadership. Eureka has had a major impact on American life, with alumni who have had successful careers in education, business, management, the arts, and community service. Graduates include forty-two college presidents, seven governors and members of Congress, a Nobel Laureate team member, and former President Ronald Reagan, Class of 1932.
