Why is Elmhurst college a and not university?

Elmhurst College changed its name to Elmhurst University in 2019. Before that, it was a college. The reason for the name change was to better reflect the breadth and depth of its academic offerings, which had expanded significantly over time to include graduate programs and a wider range of doctoral degrees. Essentially, the name "university" was seen as a more accurate reflection of its evolved status and academic scope.