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KSU professor highlights wrestlers to kick off Black History Month
In an effort to highlight little-known Black history facts, Kentucky State University Associate Professor Dr. David Shabazz helped jumpstart Black History Month by discussing a novelty subject – Black Professional Wrestlers. Dr. Shabazz, associate professor of journalism and acting dean, appeared on the WTVQ-36 High Noon program to promote his new book Pro Wrestling’s Black World Champions. The book highlights the achievements of B...
Mighty Marching Thorobreds to be featured in NBOTB film “The Road to Houston: Preparing to Battle”
The Mighty Marching Thorobreds are one of eight HBCU marching bands featured in the Pepsi National Battle of the Bands (NBOTB) film “The Road to Houston: Preparing to Battle.” The film provides fans a behind-the-scenes look at the band selection process, preparation and performances. The Mighty Marching Thorobreds traveled to Houston, Texas in August of 2022 and performed to a record-setting crowd of 55,000 fans in NRG Stadium.
Inclement Weather: Campus Closure, Tuesday January 31
BRED Alert: When inclement weather occurs Kentucky State University may cancel, delay or recommend early dismissals due to weather conditions. The health and safety of our community is of highest concern, and consequently we have closed the campus today, Tuesday, January 31. All events and activities for today will be rescheduled. The University community is advised to monitor weather conditions closely and be cautious as the we...
Frankfort International Jazz Day celebration to air on PBS
Kentucky Educational Television (KET) will air live the “International Jazz Celebration – Hope: Local to Global” program online through Feb. 21. The concert, which was recorded and performed at the Grand Theatre in Frankfort, features Associate Professor of Music at Kentucky State University Dr. Keith McCutchen. Since April 2011, Frankfort’s International Jazz Day has celebrated the various cultures and heritages that make up Jazz....