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Kentucky State University professor continues making a difference after 43 years
One professor at Kentucky State University has spent his career working with college students and young people. In fact, the North Carolina native is in his 43rd academic year with Kentucky State now. Dr. Herman E. Walston, professor of child development and family relations, said working with first-generation college students and youth motivate him to continue his work. “I really enjoy making a difference in young people’s lives,...
Top education officials meet for historical event at Kentucky State University
Kentucky State University hosted a historic panel discussion with four of the most prominent figures in education and workforce development in the Commonwealth of Kentucky – all African-American males – on the topic of accelerating academic performance and success. Dr. Aaron Thompson, president of the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education (CPE); Derrick K. Ramsey, Kentucky Secretary of Education and Workforce Development; Dr....
Inclement Weather: Winter Weather Advisory, Saturday, Jan. 12
The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory, which is in effect until 11 a.m. EST Saturday, Jan. 12. One to three inches of snow is expected along with light ice accumulations due to freezing rain and sleet may be possible. When inclement weather occurs Kentucky State University may cancel, delay or recommend its campus community use liberal leave. Out of an abundance of caution and safety, faculty have the op...
Encampment 2019 encouraged employees to be smart and focus on the finish at Kentucky State University
Kentucky State University President M. Christopher Brown II focused on the institution’s shift from surviving to thriving when he convened faculty and staff Jan. 7-8 for Encampment 2019. President Brown led the campus in continued preparation for Kentucky State’s upcoming SACSCOC (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges) Reaffirmation. The two-day event officially began the second half of the academic ye...