MONMOUTH, Ill. — Monmouth College president Mauri Ditzler will address the initial Monmouth Associates luncheon of the academic year, Sept. 18 at noon in the Whiteman-McMillan Highlander Room of the college’s Stockdale Center.

Ditzler will give an update on recent progress, including another large incoming class and renovations of the football stadium. He will also discuss enhancements to the college’s curriculum, including an increased focus on integrated learning. The program is free; a buffet lunch costs $9. Reservations can be made through the Associates registration Web page.

Monmouth Associates offers a $64 season pass that can be purchased at the door or reserved by phone at 309-457-2316. The pass is transferable to others if the holder cannot attend a future meeting.

A free shuttle van will transport passengers from downtown to all luncheons. The van leaves from the northeast quadrant of the Public Square at approximately 11:55 a.m., and returns immediately following the program. Shuttle reservations should be made by calling the above number.

This year’s master of ceremonies for Monmouth Associates is Marcum Spears, an attorney with Spears & Spears in Monmouth.