Kentucky State University remembered its past and looked to the future during 135th anniversary celebration

Kentucky State University remembered its past and looked to the future during 135th anniversary celebration

May 21, 2021

Kentucky State University celebrated its history in a big way recently, befitting its 135 years of existence.  The pinnacle of the celebration was a panel of some of Kentucky State University’s living past presidents, moderated by KET’s Renee Shaw. Past interim president Dr. Aaron Thompson provided introductions for current president, Dr. M. Christopher Brown II; past president Dr. Mary Evans Sias and past president Raymond M. Burs...

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Kentucky State University received accreditation from CAEP

Kentucky State University received accreditation from CAEP

May 21, 2021

Kentucky State University recently received accreditation from the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).  According to a letter from CAEP President Dr. Christopher A. Koch, the School of Education is granted accreditation at the initial-licensure level.  The School of Education is accredited by CAEP until 2028, with its next site visit occurring in 2027.  Kentucky State University offers baccalaureate degree...

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Kentucky State University mourns the loss of alumnus Cuttie W. Bacon IV

Kentucky State University mourns the loss of alumnus Cuttie W. Bacon IV

May 14, 2021

Kentucky State University officials mourn the loss of friend, alumnus and benefactor Cuttie W. Bacon IV. “Kentucky State University has lost an exemplary alumnus,” Kentucky State University President M. Christopher Brown II said. “Personally, I have lost a fraternal brother. This is truly beyond without words.”  Bacon is a fourth‐generation graduate of Kentucky State University from which he held a Bachelor of Arts degree in Englis...

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Kentucky State University confers more than 200 degrees at commencement

Kentucky State University confers more than 200 degrees at commencement

May 7, 2021

More than 200 Kentucky State University graduates earned degrees Friday, May 7 during the Spring 2021 Commencement Convocation in Alumni Stadium. The convocation celebrated the fall 2020 and spring 2021 classes. Teachers, farmers and future healthcare leaders now go forth from the University, ready for the next level of success. Lamman Rucker, who received the Doctor of Humane Letters honorary degree from Kentucky State, delivered...

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