[4] In the American Civil War during the Battle of Liberty, the main building on campus, Jewell Hall, was used as a hospital, infirmary, and stables for the United States Army.

The unanticipated merger developed slowly, but by 1920 the women of the ladies' college were admitted to William Jewell on the same terms as men.

The college says the painting is one of the school's most popular tourist destinations and takes no stance on whether the baptism of Washington (who was an Episcopalian) actually took place.

Harriman was especially instrumental in bringing Luciano Pavarotti to campus, where the tenor made his international solo recital debut as part of the Series in 1973.

Jewell students receive free tickets to Harriman-Jewell Series events, further shaping their liberal arts experience.

Events are primarily held in downtown Kansas City at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts and the Folly Theater.

The three-story hub of campus allows for students to work as mature, independent learners, immersing and engaging in their educational experience.

The college is a member of the NCAA Division II ranks, primarily competing in the Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC) since the 2011–12 academic year.