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August 29, 2025

Issues Statement Regarding Former Adjunct Faculty Member

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 29th, 2025

ELGIN, IL — has issued the following statement regarding former adjunct professor Charles Sprague:

is aware of the charges against Charles Sprague. Mr. Sprague was scheduled to teach a class this semester, but when the University became aware of the charges a few days into the term, he was immediately removed from the classroom and is no longer employed by .

There have been no reports of inappropriate behavior by Mr. Sprague directed toward any faculty, staff, or students during his time at the University. If anyone has information to the contrary, we ask that they contact Campus Safety at 847-628-2495 or [email protected].

takes the safety and well-being of our students and community with the utmost seriousness. We remain fully committed to maintaining a secure and supportive learning environment.

We are praying for all families affected by this tragic situation.

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is a fully accredited, private Christian institution representing the Church at work in higher education. Nestled along the beautiful Fox River in Elgin, Ill., just 40 miles northwest of Chicago, is home to more than 1,280 students from 37 states and 20 countries. offers degrees in more than 65 different majors and minors for traditional, graduate and adult students and ranks consistently among the Best Regional Universities in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report. has also been recognized as a “Christian College of Distinction.” With an academically challenging environment and encouraging spiritual community, shapes lives that shape the world.

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