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# Lincoln Academy

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## Posts

- [The Lincoln Laureates Podcast welcomes NBA Basketball Legend Doug Collins](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/the-lincoln-laureates-podcast-welcomes-nba-basketball-legend-doug-collins/) - Episode Debuts on Opening Day of the 2021-2022 NBA Season A conversation with Lincoln Laureate, 1972 Olympian, NBA All Star player and coach, broadcast analyst, basketball executive, and Benton, Illinois native Doug Collins is set to debut as the latest episode of The Lincoln Laureates podcast series on opening day of the very sport that
- [Barnes, Brenda C.](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/barnes-brenda-c/) - Brenda Czajka Barnes (November 11, 1953 – January 17, 2017) was an American businesswoman who served as president, chairman and chief executive of Sara Lee, and was the first female CEO at PepsiCo. - Wikipedia Laureate Interview Links Wikipedia Encyclodedia of World Biography Fortune.com
- [Ackermann, William Carl](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/william-carl-ackermann/) - William Carl Ackermann was a " professor of civil engineering at the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign. It was during his years in Illinois that Professor Ackermann made his most valuable contributions to the field of water resources. In 1963 he accepted a one-year special assignment on the While House staff in Washington, D.C. as

## Pages

- [Home](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/) - The Lincoln Academy of Illinois 2026 LINCOLN LAUREATES Lincoln Academy of Illinois President Governor JB Pritzker, together with Chancellor Todd Shapiro, presented the 2026 Order of Lincoln in a formal ceremony on the campus of Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville on April 11, 2026. This award is the state's highest honor for professional achievement and
- [Student Laureates By University](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/student-laureates-by-university/) - Student Laureates By University STUDENT LAUREATES BY UNIVERSITY Augustana College 2025 Ian Max Empen2024 Lazlow Brian William Ziebel2023 Rachel Nandelenga2022 William "Nishal" Weems2021 Laura Kathryn Keenan2020 Aleksander Jacobs2019 Nadia Ayensah2018 Adam Michael Kern Gronewold2017 Abigail M. Wieland2016 Christopher S. Saladin2015 Aubrey Waddick2014 Natali K. Bode2013 Orabutt, Jenna N.2012 Tello-Rodriguez, Astrid2011 Kamp, Rebecca2010 Zimmerman, Benjamin2009 Petersen,
- [Organization](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/organization/) - Organization THE MISSION STATEMENT OF THE LINCOLN ACADEMY To honor individuals whose outstanding contributions to the betterment of mankind have been accomplished in or on behalf of the State of Illinois, or whose achievements have brought honor to the State because of their identity with it, whether by birth or residence, or by their dedication
- [Give Now](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/give-now/) - Give Now LINCOLN ACADEMYOF ILLINOIS Support the mission of the Lincoln Academy GIVE NOW ENDOWMENTFUND Learn about the Endowment Fund and how you can contribute LEARN MORE GIVE NOW LAUREATE LEGACY FUND Contribute to the Laureate Legacies GIVE NOW STUDENTLAUREATES Continue the legacy of support of our Student Laureates LEARN MORE GIVE NOW FOR ACADEMY
- [Students](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/students/) - Student Laureates 50th ANNIVERSARYCELEBRATION 50th Anniversary of Student Laureates Program In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the founding of the Student Laureate program, past and current student laureates from all years - 1975 through 2024 joined Regents and Trustees of the Lincoln Academy of Illinois for a special luncheon on July 12, 2025, on
- [Laureates](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/laureates/) - Laureates The Importance of A LINCOLN LAUREATE The Lincoln Academy of Illinois was established in 1964 to identify and honor exceptional Illinoisans whose contributions have brought honor to the state and have advanced the betterment of humanity. Individuals so honored become Laureates of the Lincoln Academy and receive The Order of Lincoln, Illinois' highest award
- [Convocations by Year](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/laureate-convocations/) - Convocations By Year SEARCH FOR CONVOCATIONS BY YEAR Laureates Inducted in 2026 62nd Convocation - Edwardsville Larry Gies The Honorable Valerie Jarrett Blair Kamin Reginald Petty The Honorable Jesse White 62nd Convocation Video Photo Galleries Press Release Printed Program Sponsors Laureates Inducted in 2025 61st Convocation - Kannert Center for the Performing Arts, Champaign Bonnie BlairSandra CisnerosJeanne
- [2026 Laureate Convocation Galleries](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2026-laureate-convocation-photos/) - 2026 Laureate Convocation Galleries 2026 Laureate Albums 2026 LAUREATE CEREMONY VIEW ALBUM 2026 LAUREATE RECEPTION VIEW ALBUM 2026 LAUREATE DINNER VIEW ALBUM 2026 LAUREATE REHEARSAL VIEW ALBUM 2026 LAUREATE BACKSTAGE VIEW ALBUM
- [Members](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/members/) - Members OFFICERS OF THE LINCOLN ACADEMY OF ILLINOIS The officers of the Academy serve three-year terms. They are: the Chancellor, the Vice-Chancellor, the Secretary, the Treasurer and the Executive Director. The incumbent Governor of Illinois always serves as President of the Academy. The Honorable JB Pritzker President Todd Shapiro Chancellor Hal Oakley Vice Chancellor John
- [2026 Sponsors](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2026-sponsors/) - 2026 Sponsors President Level Congressman Level Anonymous Donor Advised Fund at the Chicago Community Foundation TheCohenFamily Sharon and EdCurtis Railroad Lawyer Level Ariel Investments The Honorable Joy Cunningham Destination Illinois, LLC Robert and Laura Fraley The Gori Law Firm Guin Mundorf, LLC The Hightower Family Hollywood River Studios J.F. Electric J.P. Morgan Private Bank Judy
- [Contact Us](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/contact-us/) - Contact Us CONTACT US To make a donation to support the work of The Lincoln Academy of Illinois, or if you have questions, please contact Leanne Barnhart. Call 217-606-1838, or for email requests type your information below. Mailing Address PO Box 8337Champaign, IL 61826 Phone Number 217-606-1838
- [Convocations By Year for Students](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/convocations-by-year-for-students/) - Convocations By Year SEARCH FOR STUDENT CONVOCATIONS BY YEAR 2025 Student Laureate Ceremony University of Chicago Convocation Video Press Release PDF Photo Galleries 2025 Program Book Student Slideshow 2024 Student Laureate Ceremony University of Illinois Convocation Video Press Release PDF Luncheon Photo Gallery Ceremony Photo Gallery 2024 Program Book Personal Statements 2023 Student Laureate Ceremony
- [About](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/about/) - About The Lincoln Academy A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE LINCOLN ACADEMY In 1964, the State of Illinois provided one of the most spectacular and successful exhibits at the New York World's Fair. Our Land of Lincoln Pavilion featuring Walt Disney's audio-animatronic figure of Abraham Lincoln attracted world-wide attention. In the span of this two year
- [Student Laureates By Year](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/hall-of-fame-of-historic-illinoisians-copy-copy/) - Student Laureates By Year
- [2025 Student Laureate Convocation Galleries](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2025-student-laureate-convocation-photos/) - 2025 Student Laureate Convocation Galleries 2025 Student Laureate Albums 2025 STUDENT LAUREATE CEREMONY VIEW ALBUM 2025 STUDENT LAUREATE LUNCHEON VIEW ALBUM
- [In Memoriam](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/in-memoriam/) - In Memoriam THE ACADEMY RECOGNIZES LAUREATES OR MEMBERS Ryne Sandberg, July 2025 Lincoln Laureate and Rector for Sports Ryne Sandberg passed away on July 28, 2025. The Major League Baseball Hall of Famer and Cubs second baseman received The Order of Lincoln in 2017 and served as Rector for Sports for the past 7 years.
- [50th Anniversary Celebration of Student Laureate Program](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/student-laureate-50th-anniversary/) - 50th Anniversary Celebration of Student Laureate Program 50th Anniversary Celebration of Student Laureate Program
- [2025 Laureate Convocation Galleries](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2025-laureate-convocation-photos/) - 2025 Laureate Convocation Galleries 2025 Laureate Albums 2025 LAUREATE CEREMONY VIEW ALBUM 2025 LAUREATE RECEPTION VIEW ALBUM 2025 LAUREATE BACKSTAGE VIEW ALBUM
- [2025 Sponsors](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2025-sponsors/) - 2025 Sponsors President Level Congressman Level Frank Clark Fund at the Chicago Community Foundation The Cohen Family Michelle Collins Crown Family Philanthropies Railroad Lawyer Level Dave Downey and Jane Hays Circuit Rider Level David and Manasi Cocagne Howard Learner and Lauren Rosenthal Family Fund The Honorable Ronald D. Spears Catherine Webber Pat and Kelly Basu
- [Copy of Home](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/home-copy/) - The Lincoln Academy of Illinois 2025 LINCOLN LAUREATES ANNOUNCED Bonnie Blair Sandra Cisneros Jeanne Gang Janice K. Jackson, EdD Carol Marin Julieanna L. Richardson Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has announced this year's recipients of the State of Illinois' highest civilian honor, The Order of Lincoln. The public is welcome to join in celebrating these accomplished
- [50th Anniversary Celebration](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/50th-anniversary-celebration/) - 50th ANNIVERSARYCELEBRATION Event Information Our Distinguished Speakers Schedule for the Day Venue, Parking, & Accommodations Event Information Our Distinguished Speakers Schedule for the Day Venue, Parking, & Accommodations REGISTRATION HOTEL RESERVATION
- [2023 Student Laureate Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2023-student-laureate-gallery/) - 2023 Student Laureate Gallery 2023 Student Convocation
- [2024 Student Laureate Ceremony Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2024-student-laureate-gallery-ceremony/) - 2024 Student Laureate Ceremony Gallery 2024 Ceremony
- [2024 Student Laureate Luncheon Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2024-student-laureate-gallery-luncheon/) - 2024 Student Laureate Luncheon Gallery 2024 Luncheon
- [Student Laureate Response Page](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/student-laureate-response-page/) - Student Laureate Response Page PLEASE FILL OUT THE FORM TO STAY CONNECTED
- [2024 Laureate Gallery Ceremony](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2024-laureate-gallery-ceremony/) - 2024 Laureate Convocation Gallery 2024 Ceremony
- [2024 Laureate Gallery Reception](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2024-laureate-gallery-reception/) - 2024 Laureate Convocation Gallery 2024 Reception
- [2024 Sponsors](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2024-sponsors/) - 2024 Sponsors Ariel Investments The Crown Family Dr. Vera and Frank Clark Michelle Collins Steans Family Foundation
- [2011 Student Laureate Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2011-student-laureate-gallery/) - 2011 Student Laureate Gallery 2011 Student Convocation
- [2012 Student Laureate Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2012-student-laureate-gallery/) - 2012 Laureate Gallery 2012 Student Convocation
- [2014 Student Laureate Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2014-student-laureate-gallery/) - 2014 Student Laureate Gallery 2014 Student Convocation
- [2015 Student Laureate Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2015-student-laureate-gallery/) - 2015 Student Laureate Gallery 2015 Student Convocation
- [2016 Student Laureate Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2016-student-laureate-gallery/) - 2016 Student Laureate Gallery 2016 Student Convocation
- [2017 Student Laureate Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2017-student-laureate-gallery/) - 2017 Student Laureate Gallery 2017 Student Convocation
- [2018 Student Laureate Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2018-student-laureate-gallery/) - 2018 Student Laureate Gallery 2018 Student Convocation
- [2002 Laureate Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2002-laureate-gallery/) - 2002 Laureate Gallery 2002 Convocation Ceremony
- [2005 Laureate Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2005-laureate-gallery/) - 2005 Laureate Gallery 2005 Convocation Ceremony
- [2003 Laureate Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2003-laureate-gallery/) - 2003 Laureate Gallery 2003 Convocation Ceremony
- [2004 Laureate Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2004-laureate-gallery/) - 2004 Laureate Gallery 2004 Convocation Ceremony
- [2006 Laureate Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2006-laureate-gallery/) - 2006 Laureate Gallery 2006 Convocation Ceremony
- [2007 Laureate Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2007-laureate-gallery/) - 2007 Laureate Gallery 2007 Convocation Ceremony
- [2008 Laureate Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2008-laureate-gallery/) - 2008 Laureate Gallery 2008 Convocation Ceremony
- [2012 Laureate Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2012-laureate-gallery/) - 2012 Laureate Gallery 2012 Convocation Ceremony
- [2013 Laureate Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2013-laureate-gallery/) - 2013 Laureate Gallery 2013 Convocation Ceremony
- [2015 Laureate Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2015-laureate-gallery/) - 2015 Laureate Gallery 2015 Convocation Ceremony
- [2016 Laureate Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2016-laureate-gallery/) - 2016 Laureate Gallery 2016 Convocation Ceremony
- [2017 Laureate Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2017-laureate-gallery/) - 2017 Laureate Gallery 2017 Convocation Events and Ceremony
- [2018 Laureate Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2018-laureate-gallery/) - 2018 Laureate Gallery 2018 Convocation Events and Ceremony
- [2019 Laureate Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2019-laureate-gallery/) - 2019 Laureate Gallery 2019 Convocation Events and Ceremony
- [2021 Laureate Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2021-laureate-gallery/) - 2021 Laureate Gallery 2021 Convocation Events and Ceremony
- [2022 Laureate Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2022-laureate-gallery/) - 2022 Laureate Gallery 2022 Convocation Events and Ceremony
- [2023 Laureate Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2023-laureate-gallery/) - 2023 Laureate Convocation Gallery 2023 Convocation Events and Ceremony
- [Hall of Fame of Historic Illinoisans](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/hall-of-fame-of-historic-illinoisians/) - Hall of FameHistoric Illinoisans THE FIRST FIFTY HONOREES The Lincoln Academy of Illinois, with its stature, structure, and procedures, is unique among the fifty states. Founded in 1964, the Academy has awarded the state's highest honor to 156 distinguished citizens who, by birth or residence, have brought honor to Illinois through their achievements. We are
- [Copy of Give Now - For Pricing and Membership levels](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/give-now-copy/) - Give Now CLASS OF 2024 LAUREATE CONVOCATION SUPPORT & TICKETS 60th ANNUAL CONVOCATION AND INVESTITURE | 2024 Lincoln Laureates Join us in honoring the 2024 Laureates. If you cannot attend, you can still contribute to the celebration. Click the Support button below to see the options for giving and tickets. Saturday, April 13, 2024 5:30
- [Laureates](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/laureates-3/) - Laureates The Importance of A LINCOLN LAUREATE The Lincoln Academy of Illinois was established in 1964 to identify and honor exceptional Illinoisans whose contributions have brought honor to the state and have advanced the betterment of humanity. Individuals so honored become Laureates of the Lincoln Academy and receive The Order of Lincoln, Illinois' highest award
- [2019 Student Laureate Gallery](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/2019-student-laureate-gallery/) - 2019 Student Laureate Gallery 2019 Student Convocation
- [Student Laureates](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/student-laureates/)
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- [Student Laureates by Year](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/students-2/by-year/) - [av_heading heading='Student Laureates of the Lincoln Academy of Illinois' tag='h3' link='' link_target='' style='blockquote modern-quote' size='' subheading_active='' subheading_size='15' margin='' padding='10' icon_padding='10' color='' custom_font='' icon_color='' show_icon='' icon='' font='' icon_size='' custom_class='' id='' admin_preview_bg='' av-desktop-hide='' av-medium-hide='' av-small-hide='' av-mini-hide='' av-medium-font-size-title='' av-small-font-size-title='' av-mini-font-size-title='' av-medium-font-size='' av-small-font-size='' av-mini-font-size='' av-medium-font-size-1='' av-small-font-size-1='' av-mini-font-size-1='' av_uid='av-3wm9a3'][/av_heading] [av_textblock size='' font_color='' color='' av-desktop-hide='' av-medium-hide='' av-small-hide='' av-mini-hide='' av-medium-font-size='' av-small-font-size='' av-mini-font-size=''
- [Laureates by Year](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/laureates-by-year/) - [av_one_half first av_uid='av-7ddnu0'] [av_textblock size='' font_color='' color='' av-medium-font-size='' av-small-font-size='' av-mini-font-size='' av_uid='av-6gkw48' admin_preview_bg=''] Year Last Name 2017 Clark, Frank 2017 Driehaus, Richard 2017 Holderman, The Honorable James 2017 Martin, R. Eden 2017 Sandberg, Ryne 2017 Skinner, Samuel Knox 2017 Steans, Harrison* 2016 Brinker, Nancy Goodman 2016 Gilmore, Robert 2016 LaHood, Raymond 2016 Melamed, Leo 2016 Simon,
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- [Hall of Fame of Historic Illinoisans](https://lincolnacademyillinois.org/hall-fame/) - Lincoln Academy of IllinoisHall of Fame of Historic Illinoisans The Lincoln Academy of Illinois, with its stature, structure, and procedures, is unique among the fifty states. Founded in 1964, the Academy has awarded the state’s highest honor to 156 distinguished citizens who, by birth or residence, have brought honor to Illinois through their achievements.

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