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Kentucky State University alumna named interim president of Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce
A Kentucky State University alumna was recently named interim president of the Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce. Suzanne “Suzy” Hosley was recently named CEO/interim president of the organization after the retirement of Carmen Inman. Hosley has been with the Chamber for 13 years and her most recent role was director of member services. Hosley was featured in the Frankfort State Journal for her promotion. Click here to read more.
Kentucky State University’s work with pawpaw featured in the New York Times
Kentucky State University was recently featured in a New York Times story about the increasing popularity of pawpaw fruit. The story discusses the increasing attention on pawpaw due to climate change, economic inequity and access to food. The story also notes the pawpaw’s connection with slavery in America. Kentucky State University is a licensed propagator of pawpaw cultivars, with distribution to nurseries all over the United S...
Mister and Miss Kentucky State University ascend the throne at historic coronation
Students, faculty, staff, alumni and special guests gathered virtually and on a limited basis in-person for the coronation of the 91st Miss Kentucky State University and 27th Mister Kentucky State University in Carl H. Smith Auditorium in David H. Bradford Hall Oct. 15. Yasmine Kimyea Harper, the 91st Miss Kentucky State University, said she remembers her tour of the Kentucky State campus as a prospective student and the brightn...
Kentucky State University announces first inductees into the 40 Under 40 Society
The Kentucky State University National Alumni Association (KSUNAA) recently announced the inaugural inductees into its 40 Under 40 Society. The society recognizes Kentucky State University alumni under the age of 40 who exemplify a broad range of high achievement in the legal field, media and arts, entrepreneurship, community service, faith and spirituality, culinary arts and a host of other professions. The KSUNAA will also recog...