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FHU Associates to Host Jane Austen-Inspired Victorian Tea Party

“It is a truth universally acknowledged” that nothing is more delightful than a cozy afternoon tea. In that spirit, the Freed-Hardeman University Associates invite tea lovers everywhere to attend the 23rd annual Victorian Tea Party, this year celebrating the 250th birthday of British author Jane Austen.

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FHU Welcomes Treasured Alumni Home for Golden Year Reunion, June 11-13

Freed-Hardeman University’s Office of Alumni Engagement invites alumni from the classes of 1975 and before to return to FHU June 11-13 for the annual Golden Year Reunion.

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Freed-Hardeman University Appoints Dr. Matthew Guy to Its Board of Trustees

Freed-Hardeman University has announced the appointment of Dr. Matthew Guy, of Fort Mill, South Carolina, as the newest member of the FHU Board of Trustees.

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FHU Partners With Seeing His World Travel to Offer a Biblical Seminar at Sea

In partnership with Seeing His World Travel, Freed-Hardeman University announces its inaugural Seminar at Sea on board the Norwegian Star cruise ship, January 5-15, 2026.

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Freed-Hardeman University President David R. Shannon to Step Down; Presidential Search to Begin

Freed-Hardeman University President David R. Shannon has announced he will step down at the end of the 2025–26 academic year, concluding a tenure marked by record-breaking growth and transformational leadership.

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FHU Students Select Scott and Hobgood as Mr. and Miss FHU 2025

The Freed-Hardeman University student body has selected Campbell Scott, of Jackson, Tennessee, and Brenna Hobgood, of Smyrna, Tennessee, as Mr. and Miss FHU 2025.

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FHU and Chester County Community Welcome Jones Family Dining Hall and Chick-fil-A® With Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

Freed-Hardeman University supporters, donors and friends recently gathered in the brand new Jones Family Dining Hall and Chick-fil-A® to mark the completion of a major FHU Next campaign project. A celebratory ribbon-cutting ceremony signaled the beginning of an exciting new era for FHU and its hometown of Henderson.

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Freed-Hardeman University Theatre Presents Witty and Uplifting Production of “On the Verge: Or the Geography of Yearning”

Freed-Hardeman University Theatre invites the community to experience “On the Verge: Or the Geography of Yearning” by Eric Overmyer, a witty, whimsical journey through time and imagination, directed by senior Luke Noles.

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FHU Appoints Adam Cross Associate Vice President for University Advancement

After six years as regional development director of Freed-Hardeman University, Adam Cross has been named associate vice president for university advancement.

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Eight Seniors Nominated for the Titles of Mr. and Miss FHU

Freed-Hardeman University’s tradition of honoring outstanding seniors continues for the 85th year, as faculty and students have selected eight finalists for the title of Mr. and Miss FHU.

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Retired Four-Star General Stanley McChrystal to Headline FHU’s 61st Annual Benefit Dinner

Retired four-star General Stanley McChrystal, former commander of U.S. and international forces in Afghanistan, will be the keynote speaker at Freed-Hardeman University’s 61st Annual Benefit Dinner Friday, Dec. 5, 2025.

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Inaugural FHU Golf Fundraiser Tournament to Honor the Memory of Dr. Cliff Bennett

The Inaugural FHU Golf Fundraiser Tournament, honoring the memory of Dr. Cliff Bennett, will take place Monday, June 9, at the Brentwood Country Club, located at 5123 Country Club Drive in Brentwood, Tennessee.

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