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1886 Cheaney Plaza Promotion
Reserve Your Place in Kentucky State History CHEANEY PLAZA COMMEMORATIVE BRICKS For a limited time only, purchase a commemorative brick on Cheaney Plaza as we celebrate our history with this special 1886 offer. Don’t miss this tremendous opportunity to support your University and claim your piece of history GUIDELINES: Bricks must be purchased October 8th – 31st. A financial deposit must be made with each brick or...
KSU senior fills her time with law and politics
Kentucky State University senior Olivia Burkett could have spent her summer doing a number of things—or doing nothing at all. But instead of having a relaxing summer off, the Lexington criminal justice major spent time participating in two selective educational enrichment programs. The Lexington native spent part of her summer in Chicago as a participant the Chicago-Kent PLUS Prelaw Scholars program. “I was taking real law classes...
KSU's retention rate climbs 38 percent
A study from Kentucky State University’s Office of Institutional Research and Effectiveness has revealed a 38 percent increase in the University’s retention. The recently published 2014-2015 retention rate of 60.2 % is KSU’s highest in 10 years. Retention rate is calculated as percent of first-time, full-time bachelor degree-seeking (Cohort) students who enrolled in previous fall term and returned in current fall term. Althou...
KSU Alum Garry Bibbs gives Legacy Seminar Address
The Division of Fine Arts at Kentucky State University hosted its annual Legacy Seminar during Homecoming Week. The address was provided by artist, professor and KSU alum, Garry R. Bibbs. Bibbs is also head of the Sculpture Area at the University of Kentucky. Bibbs works with a variety of metals and his large-scale sculptures can be found in cities across the country. In addition to the address, Bibbs installed an exhibition...