Kentucky State University mourns the loss of its first female president Dr. Mary Levi Smith

Kentucky State University mourns the loss of its first female president Dr. Mary Levi Smith

November 28, 2020

Kentucky State University’s fourteenth and first female president, Dr. Mary L. Smith, 84, departed this life Saturday evening, November 28, surrounded by her loved ones at home.  Kentucky State University President Dr. M. Christopher Brown II said losing Dr. Smith will profoundly impact the Thorobred family.  “There are no words to express the enormity of losing a chain breaker, like President Smith,” Brown said. “Mary was more tha...

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YMCA and Kentucky State University announce partnership

YMCA and Kentucky State University announce partnership

November 20, 2020

Frankfort, KY (November 20, 2020) - The YMCA of Central Kentucky is pleased to announce a new partnership with Kentucky State University that will give Frankfort YMCA members access to the indoor pool at the William Exum Center beginning Monday, Nov. 30.The Exum Center features an eight-lane, 25-meter indoor pool versus the YMCA’s existing four-lane 25-yard pool at the downtown Frankfort Y. This is a great opportunity for the YMCA...

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Congratulations to Thorobreds elected to political office

Congratulations to Thorobreds elected to political office

November 13, 2020

Kentucky State University offers congratulations to its alumni who have won political office during the general election.  Derrick Graham was re-elected as a Kentucky State Representative. Eddie D. Melton won his re-election as an Indiana State Senator. Lasheyl Stroud won her election to become a new Franklin County (Ohio) judge. Katrisha Waldridge won her re-election campaign as a Frankfort City Commissioner. James (JH) Atkins won...

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Military heroes honored at Kentucky State University’s Anna Clarke Veterans Recognition Assembly

Military heroes honored at Kentucky State University’s Anna Clarke Veterans Recognition Assembly

November 13, 2020

Military veterans were celebrated and recognized during the Kentucky State University Anna Mac Clarke Veterans Recognition Assembly.  Charlie D. Jackson, football head coach at Kentucky State, served as the keynote speaker. Jackson, former United States Air Force captain, told audience members there’s a place for people of all backgrounds in the military. “The reality is, people of all races, all colors, all religions, have fought...

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