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Derby Festival Introduces 2025 Royal Court
A welcome sign of spring this morning as the Kentucky Derby Festival introduced the 2025 Royal Court during an event at Dillard’s in Mall St. Matthews. Five young women have been selected to serve as Princesses for this year’s 70th Kentucky Derby Festival. “Crowning new Kentucky Derby Festival royalty is our favorite way to start the new year and a sign that the Derby season is just around the corner,” said Matt Gibson, Kentucky...
Apply Today for the USDA 1890 National Scholars Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is now accepting applications for the USDA 1890 National Scholars Program. This national program provided directly through the USDA is a potentially lifechanging opportunity for students who are interested in pursuing career paths in food, agriculture, natural resource sciences, or related academic disciplines. The application deadline is March 1, 2025. Who Can Apply? Kentucky State Univers...
Spring 2025 Virtual New Student Orientation - Friday, January 10, 2025
Due to forecasted inclement weather, we have made the decision to cancel the upcoming in person New Student Orientation (NSO) scheduled for January 10, 2025. The safety and well-being of our students, staff, and faculty are our top priority, and we believe this decision is in the best interest of everyone involved. We understand this news may be disappointing, and we apologize for any inconvenience it may cause. We are transitionin...
Congratulations to Dr. Chi Shen, Newly Appointed Dean of the College of Business, Engineering, and Technology
Let us give a heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Chi Shen for her new appointment as Dean of the College of Business, Engineering, and Technology. This new role testifies to Dr. Shen’s dedication to the advancement of higher education and passion for the students at Kentucky State University. Since joining KSU 20 years ago, Dr. Shen has served in several leadership roles, including Acting Dean of the College of Business, Engineering,...