KSU alumnus makes history as first Black mayor of Danville, Kentucky

KSU alumnus makes history as first Black mayor of Danville, Kentucky

November 8, 2022

James J. H. Atkins has long been a champion for Kentucky State University and now the 1972 graduate will advocate for the citizens of Danville as the self-proclaimed, “The People’s Mayor.” Atkins’ win during the midterm elections on Nov. 8, made him the first elected African American mayor of the city. In an interview with Lex 18, Mayor-elect Atkins said he plans to continue focusing on the community. “I have two ears and so I have...

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Kentucky State University participates in Candlelight Frankfort

Kentucky State University participates in Candlelight Frankfort

November 7, 2022

The City of Frankfort is hosting its annual Candlelight Weekend Nov. 10-12 in the capital’s historic downtown. Presented by the Commonwealth Credit Union, Candlelight Weekend kicks off the holiday season with music, shopping, kid’s activities, food, drink and more. The Kentucky State University Mighty Marching Thorobred Band and the dazzling K-Rette Dance Team performed during the opening Tree Lighting Ceremony on the Old Capitol l...

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KSU Honors Collegium presents at Kentucky Honors Roundtable Conference

KSU Honors Collegium presents at Kentucky Honors Roundtable Conference

November 4, 2022

The Whitney M. Young Honors Collegium reinstated its membership in the Kentucky Honors Roundtable (KHR) with 10 students presenting at the 2022 roundtable conference.  Miana Wallace, Ciara Robinson, Ayanna Thornton, ZaKylah Bryant, Emma McQuade, Kiyanna Fields, Michal McLeod, III, Andreyia Ross, Kayla Bush and Alena Claycomb represented Kentucky State University presenting research papers, posters and creative expressions. The fall...

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Kentucky State University teaches high tunnel installation to small and minority farmers

Kentucky State University teaches high tunnel installation to small and minority farmers

November 4, 2022

Kentucky State University personnel partnered with Tony Brooks of Turner Brooks Farm in Richmond, Kentucky, to educate farmers on high tunnels and to introduce them to resources available to them, such as the Small-Scale Farm Grant Program administered by Kentucky State University in partnership with the Kentucky Agricultural Development Fund and the Kentucky Agricultural Development Board. Representatives from organizations such a...

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