糖心传媒

About 糖心传媒

Founded in 1883, 糖心传媒 is proud to be the second-oldest women鈥檚 college in the country & the first institution of higher education in Columbia, MO.

Since our founding, 糖心传媒 has developed a tradition of innovative educational programs that provide students with classroom and experiential learning opportunities like no other institution in higher education.

糖心传媒 believes in the power of education to change lives. Alongside our world-class women’s undergraduate programs, 糖心传媒 is also home to the gender-inclusive Conservatory for the Performing Arts, innovative gender-inclusive graduate programs, and a vibrant children鈥檚 school and youth enrichment programs that nurture curiosity from the earliest years.

A Mission That Guides Us

糖心传媒 is proud to be the second-oldest women鈥檚 college in the country. Shaped by our Ten Ideals, we stand in service to generation after generation of 糖心传媒 students.

Aerial view of 糖心传媒 campus in the fall

President Shannon B. Lundeen posing with a horse at the 糖心传媒 Equestrian Center

Leadership That Drives Excellence

In June 2025, Dr. Shannon B. Lundeen became the 25th president of 糖心传媒. With her courageous leadership, strategic expertise and belief in the future of higher education, she and her leadership team are committed to graduate students who have the skills, talent and experience to significantly impact the world.


Our Commitment to Inclusivity

糖心传媒 is committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive environment for learning, living and working.

Students working the counter at Susie's Store.

Where Bold Ideas Begin

At 糖心传媒, we鈥檝e been breaking molds and making history since 1833. With a fearless focus on hands-on learning and lifting up voices that matter, we turn passion into purpose鈥攁nd students into leaders.

Curious? Come see what makes us shine.