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Kentucky State University Presidential Search Committee to meet Nov. 30
The first meeting of the Kentucky State University Presidential Search Committee meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 30 at 4 p.m. in the fourth floor ballroom of the Carl M. Hill Student Center. Committee members will attend in person, but the meeting will be viewable virtually via Zoom and streamed via YouTube. Zoom link: https://kysu.zoom.us/j/93275961663 Or One tap mobile : US: +13017158592,,93275961663# or +13126266799,,93...
Kentucky State University student competed in vocal-arts competition
A Kentucky State University student recently competed in the Classical Voice Vocal-Arts Competition for Emerging Artists in northern Virginia. Jessica Edwards, a soprano, proudly represented her HBCU at the competition. According to an Inside NoVa story, “The biennial event – held online Nov. 6 owing to pandemic conditions – was sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic District of the Northern Virginia Business and Professional Women’s Club...
Former Kentucky State University Regent memorialized by trail at historic park
A former Kentucky State University Regent was recently memorialized at a historic park in western Kentucky. Lester Mimms, a Kentucky State University Regent from 1970 through 1974, was recognized recently when a trail at Kenlake State Park was named after him. According to an article in the Madisonville Messenger, “The trail’s significance mirrors that of Mimm’s own career. Cherokee, now part of Kenlake State Park, was built in 19...
Thanksgiving break reminders and words of gratitude
Greeting Thorobreds, Thanksgiving break is upon us. During this season of gratitude, many of us may travel to visit with family and friends to enjoy a traditional holiday, reflecting on the people and things for which we are grateful. I want to encourage each of you to remain safe and remember our Thorobred family by continuing to practice COVID-19 protocols. I am grateful for Kentucky State University’s 135 years of impact. Our a...