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Statement from President Thompson concerning the massacre in Orlando
Faculty, Staff, Students, Alumni: As I woke up this morning to hear the devastating news from Orlando, Florida, about the horrific shooting at a nightclub frequented by members of the LGBT community, my heart immediately felt sorrow and pain for the families and loved ones of the victims. The Kentucky State University community joins the rest of the country as we grieve for the victims of this tragic and senseless act of violence....
KSU's Summer Apprenticeship Program teaches STEM fields to high school students
Kentucky State University’s 2016 Summer Apprenticeship Program (SAP) began this week and will continue through June 25. The program, which is in its second year is supported by externally-funded NSF and USDA grants and aims to introduce rising high school students to STEM fields as well as agricultural, environmental and geo-spatial related disciplines. Thirty students from across the state and surrounding areas were recruited to...
Kentucky State University to host St. Catharine College Day
Frankfort, KY— Kentucky State University (KSU) will host an open house for St. Catharine College students interested in transitioning to the 130-year-old university. The St. Catharine College Day open house will be held 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, June 13 in the Cooperative Extension Building on the KSU campus. “While on campus, students will have an opportunity to tour KSU and meet with academic, athletic, admissions and financi...
Kentucky State University mourns the loss of Muhammad Ali
Kentucky State University mourns the loss of the People’s Champ and Louisville native son Muhammad Ali. Mr. Ali inspired our students with his charisma and charm when he visited the University during the ‘60s and ‘70s. In 2003, KSU awarded the boxing legend an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters during the graduation ceremonies. His strength and passion will be dearly missed. Thank you, Muhammad Ali. You truly were The Greatest of...