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Kentucky State University professor contributed to new anthology
A Kentucky State University professor recently contributed a chapter to a new anthology about segregation. Mary Barr, assistant professor of sociology at Kentucky State University, contributed a chapter to “The Strange Careers of the Jim Crow North: Segregation and Struggle Outside the South” (New York University Press, 2019) edited by Jeanne Theoharis, Brian Purnell, and Komozi Woodard. The 12 original essays in the book show how...
Kentucky State University named one of Kentucky's best online colleges
Kentucky State University was recently named one of Kentucky’s best online colleges by OnlineColleges.com. Kentucky State ranked ninth in the state, based on factors such as tuition and fees, distance education participation percentage and the number of programs offered. “Since its inception, Kentucky State University has steadily grown to the point where, during a typical academic year, the composition of its students and faculty...
Kentucky State University professor selected as research ambassador
A Kentucky State University professor was recently selected as a research ambassador for the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). Dr. Narayanan Rajendran, professor of molecular microbiology and biotechnology, has been selected as a DAAD research ambassador for the 2019-20 academic year. The research ambassador program is honoring 21 individuals who have conducted a long-term research project in Germany at the doctoral level or...
Key hires join Kentucky State University
Kentucky State University added a number of new key hires from the end of the spring semester until the beginning of the fall semester. Dr. Eric Yang was named director of international affairs and global agriculture programs. Yang previously served as director of international programs and services at the University of Rio Grande and Rio Grande Community College. Yang has also held the titles of director/dean, executive director,...