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Kentucky State University dean authors book on public policy, American politics and African American history
A Kentucky State University dean has authored a book on public policy, American politics and African American history. Erik Brooks, a Kentucky State professor and dean whose research delves into public policy, American politics, and African American history has authored a book examining the American presidency through the prism of race and race relations in the United States. The book, African Americans and the Presidents, is publi...
Kentucky State University valedictorian accepted into doctorate program
The most recent Kentucky State University valedictorian is continuing his academic pursuit in the field of chemistry. John Bradley, a retired state trooper and recent Kentucky State alumnus, has been accepted into the University of Kentucky doctorate program in chemistry. Bradley earned a biology degree in May from Kentucky State and indicated he would like to continue his academic career. “It always nagged at me that I never finis...
Kentucky State University alumna found her purpose in social services
A Kentucky State University alumna found her calling in social services. Ladeidra N. Jones, a 2003 graduate, was appointed in January 2019 to a four-year appointment on the Kentucky Parole Board. “My love for this demographic began when I worked in a county jail, which was my internship while at Kentucky State,” Jones said. “On visitation days, I would watch women and children visiting with loved ones and I always wondered how and...
Kentucky State University to host Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence meeting
Kentucky State University is the host site for an upcoming Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence working group meeting. The Prichard Committee Postsecondary Affordability Working Group meets June 20 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. in the Cooperative Extension building. The meeting will feature a presentation on the Affordability Interactive Model developed by Dr. Jim Fridley of the University of Washington. “We are honored to host t...