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FHU opens the Calendine-Davis Studio, a new 6,600-square-foot photography and visual media facility designed to prepare students for modern creative careers.

Calendine-Davis Studio Opens on FHU’s Campus Bringing Student Creativity Into Focus

HENDERSON, Tenn. — (May 22, 2026) — Alumni and donors Dayla and Chad Calendine made a deeply personal investment in the future of Freed-Hardeman University photography students by fully funding […]

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The group that took part in Crisis Intervention Training on FHU's campus

Freed-Hardeman University Hosts Crisis Intervention Team Training; 14 Graduate from West Tennessee Program

HENDERSON, Tenn. — (May 15, 2026) — Freed-Hardeman University College of Business (COB), in partnership with the Chester County Sheriff’s Office, hosted a 40-hour Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training this […]

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The FHU Behavioral Sciences department stand on the steps of Old Main

FHU Honors Three Retiring Behavioral Sciences Faculty

HENDERSON, Tenn. — (May 14, 2026) — Freed-Hardeman University is honoring the retirements of three longtime faculty members in its College of Education and Behavioral Sciences: Lisa Beene, Dr. Mike […]

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FHU Alumni gather together to remember their time together at the University as part of the Golden Year Reunion

FHU’s Golden Year Reunion to Celebrate the “Spirit of ’76”

HENDERSON, Tenn. — (May 13, 2026) — Freed-Hardeman alumni from the classes of 1976 and earlier are invited to return to campus for the annual Golden Year Reunion, June 10-12. […]

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Jay Leno headlines the 2026 FHU Benefit Dinner on December 4th, 2026

Jay Leno to Headline FHU’s 62nd Annual Benefit Dinner

Freed-Hardeman University is adding a little late-night flair this year as award-winning comedian and television personality Jay Leno headlines its 62nd Annual Benefit Dinner Friday, Dec. 4, 2026.

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The FHU Data Fest team

Freed-Hardeman Hosts Tennessee DataFest, Wins Two of Three Top Awards

HENDERSON, Tenn. — (May 7, 2026) — Freed-Hardeman University hosted the inaugural Tennessee DataFest April 24-26, bringing the international analytics competition to the state for the first time and capturing […]

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A group of women gather for a tea party

FHU Associates Victorian Tea Party Invites Guests Into an Enchanted Garden

HENDERSON, Tenn. — (May 1, 2026) — A longstanding spring tradition at Freed-Hardeman University returns Saturday, May 23, from 12-4 p.m., as the Associates host the 24th annual Victorian Tea […]

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Ryan Malecha posing in front of belltower

FHU Promotes Ryan Malecha to Vice President for Enrollment Management

Freed-Hardeman University has promoted Ryan Malecha to vice president for enrollment management, effective May 1, following 18 years of service to the university in a variety of leadership and advancement roles.

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The cast of The Fabulist, an original play written by Brad and Kristi Montague, and Cliff Thompson

FHU Theatre to Premiere Original Production “The Fabulist” One Night Only May 11

What happens when stories have opinions and they don't like to be mistold? Freed-Hardeman University Theatre invites audiences into that question with the premiere of "The Fabulist," an original production performing Monday, May 11, at 7 p.m. in Dryden Auditorium. Admission is a suggested $5 donation at the door with proceeds supporting the cast’s upcoming trip to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

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Retired Major General Paul Johnson

Major General Paul Johnson to Deliver FHU Spring Commencement Address

HENDERSON, Tenn. — (April 24, 2026) — Freed-Hardeman University will welcome retired U.S. Air Force Major General Paul Johnson as the keynote speaker for its spring commencement May 16 at 10 am in Dryden Auditorium. A reception will follow in the Brewer Sports Center.

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2026 Mr and Miss FHU, standing alongside President David Shannon on the steps of Old Main

Freed-Hardeman Community Selects Mr. and Miss FHU 2026

HENDERSON, Tenn. — (April 23, 2026) — Freed-Hardeman University has named its 2026 Mr. and Miss FHU, selecting seniors Tiro “Philly” Nong, of Soweto, Johannesburg, South Africa, and Anna Claire […]

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Aerial view of a historic brick building with a domed cupola, surrounded by trees and green lawns, bathed in warm sunlight, with modern buildings visible in the background.

FHU Graduate Program Adds Master of Science in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology

HENDERSON, Tenn. — (April 22, 2026) — Freed-Hardeman University will offer a Master of Science in applied sport and exercise psychology beginning in Fall 2026, becoming the only university in […]

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