June, 2018

June, 2018


Verizon Innovative Learning program summer academy at Kentucky State University comes to a close

While participants in the Verizon Innovative Learning (VIL) program summer academy had the opportunity for hands-on learning in the past few weeks, this week they heard from members of Verizon.

Kentucky State University administrator returns from agricultural trade mission to Canada

Dr. Kirk Pomper, director of Kentucky State University Land Grant Programs and interim dean of Kentucky State’s College of Agriculture, Food Science, and Sustainable Systems has returned from a weeklong
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Kentucky State University shines bright at 2018 HBCU Awards

Kentucky State University was a multi-award winner in the academic excellence category during HBCU Digest’s 2018 HBCU Awards. The Atwood Institute for Race, Education, and the Democratic Ideal was named
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New Thorobreds prepare for their college career

Hundreds of new students and their families or legal guardians showed up to learn about life on the Hill during Bred Prep, new student orientation for Kentucky State University students.

Kentucky State University hosted staff appreciation event

As the first academic year of Kentucky State University President M. Christopher Brown II’s tenure came to a close, the president and his leadership team hosted an event to show
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Kentucky State University alumna achieved national and international success in public service

One Kentucky State University alumna has dedicated her life to public service on the state, national and international stage.

Students learn about STEM with record-setting pilot at Kentucky State University

Middle school students participating in the Verizon Innovative Learning Program had the opportunity to learn from the youngest person and the first black pilot to fly solo around the world
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Kentucky State University names interim provost and vice president for academic affairs

Kentucky State University President M. Christopher Brown II named an interim provost and vice president for academic affairs today.

Kentucky State University professor appointed as a member of the Geographic Information Advisory Council

A Kentucky State University professor was recently appointed by Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin as a member of the Geographic Information Advisory Council.

Academic Affairs leadership change

Kentucky State University Provost Debbie G. Thomas, Ph.D. is taking a leave of absence to address personal matters, effective June 4.