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Transfer student found her home at Kentucky State University
One Kentucky State University student overcame the loss of family members and found her way on campus. Holly Haynes, senior class president, a member of the Honda Campus All-Star Challenge team, a tutor at the Thorobred Learning Center and the secretary for Progressive Nation, wasn’t always so involved on campus. “When I got here, I was having a difficult time making friends, other than those I had through choir, and I felt extreme...
Six Kentucky State University students received contracts from Jefferson County Public Schools
Six Kentucky State University education students received a career-launching surprise during their recent appearance at the Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) Equity Institute recently. Adam Andesha, Hidejuha Kennedy, Alairia Long, Kyron Parrish, De’Nasha Turner and Desiree Wofford were presented with conditional contracts to work for JCPS as teachers upon graduation. “Dr. John Marshall (JCPS Chief Equity Officer) announced tha...
Kentucky State University hosted the Thorobred Experience
Kentucky State University hosted the Thorobred Experience Saturday, Feb. 29. The program, part of a state-wide and national event known as TRIO Day, provides college and career readiness at a host location. This year, Kentucky State University served as the host institution for the Commonwealth and will welcome approximately 350 TRIO students. “We wanted our guests to experience the best of Kentucky State while on our campus,” T’Eb...
Kentucky State University alumnus finds success in business
A Kentucky State University alumnus has found his niche in business. Nocomis Miner II, a 2016 graduate and a Detroit native, is the owner-operator of Cardinal Nutrition in Louisville. “I’ve always wanted to own a business, but I was not exactly sure what that would look like because I had several ideas in mind,” Miner said. “I’ve always been a hard work and go-getter, so owning my own business came naturally to me. I just needed to...