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From undocumented to valedictorian, Kentucky State University graduate exceeds her dreams
Kentucky State University graduate and valedictorian Alma Lopez Arellano arrived in the United States from Mexico at age 15. At that time, neither of her parents had finished high school and she didn’t know what a valedictorian was. None of that mattered. She finished high school, after attending three different high schools in two states, with a 3.8 GPA. “I always had the dream of going to college,” Arellano said. “I was the first...
Kentucky State University to host Spring 2018 Commencement Convocation
Kentucky State University faculty, staff and administration are honored to celebrate its graduates during the Spring 2018 Commencement Convocation Saturday, May 12 at the William Exum Center. Graduates must arrive no later than 7 a.m. with their caps, gowns and commencement information card to prepare for the processional lineup. Graduates are encouraged to wear dark professional attire and black shoes. Commencement marshals will a...
Kentucky State University administrator is a featured author of the 2018 State of Black America
A Kentucky State University administrator is a featured author of the National Urban League’s 2018 State of Black America (SOBA). Dr. Kristen E. Broady, vice provost for graduate studies and academic specialization, wrote an essay entitled “Race, Automation, and the Future of Work in America” for the report. According to the National Urban League, every State of Black America publication has featured penetrating commentary and insi...
Kentucky State University moves commencement indoors due to inclement weather
Kentucky State University officials announced today that its 129th Commencement Convocation will be moved indoors due to the inclement weather forecasted by the National Weather Service. Due to the impending threat of severe weather in the 10-day forecast, including thunderstorms and lightning, the evening of Friday, May 11, and the morning of Saturday, May 12, commencement will occur at 9 a.m. in the gymnasium of the William Exum...