McKendree University is reportedly haunted due to tragic events, including a student who died in the bell tower, an elderly woman who died in the Alumni House, and a baby who died of pneumonia. Reported supernatural activity includes the bell tower-related spirit, unexplained footsteps, the Alumni House's presence, a permanently cold spot where the baby died, and an organ playing itself in the chapel. The Bell Tower: A student who died by suicide by hanging in the bell tower is often cited as the source of spiritual activity. The Alumni House: An elderly woman who fell down the stairs and died in the Alumni House is said to have left her mark there, contributing to the reports of paranormal activity. The specific area where a baby died of pneumonia in the back office is said to remain permanently cold. The chapel organ has been reported to play by itself, a manifestation linked to the university's history of spiritual activity. Red eyes have been seen appearing from the garden shed on the campus. Unexplained sounds of footsteps are also reported throughout the university.