The June Periclean (2026)

In the June 2026 edition of the Periclean, we share the story of how Milton Moreland went from Periclean Faculty Leader to the President of Centre College, reflect on recent conference attendance, recap the Civic Story Lab closing program, and more.
From Periclean Faculty Leader to President
This article spotlights how two former grantees of our Periclean Faculty Leadership Program became college presidents. It is part of our Impact25 series, commemorating Project Pericles’ 25th anniversary.
How Restoring a Memphis Cemetery Shaped Milton Moreland’s Path to Leadership

From a small grant to mow and restore a forgotten Memphis cemetery, Milton Moreland built a career that took him from professor to President of Centre College. His journey is a testament to how civic engagement work can open unexpected doors in higher education.