February 2011
David Gore Named Campus Sustainability Coordinator
Eastern Kentucky University’s new campus sustainability coordinator says his first priority this year is to establish a composting program and raise awareness about the many environmental efforts underway at EKU.
EKU Earns More Than $303,000 in Energy Efficiency Rebates from KU
Eastern Kentucky University has received more than $303,000 in energy efficiency rebates from Kentucky Utilities Company’s Commercial Rebate Program. The program is designed to offer qualified commercial customers of KU and Louisville Gas and Electric Company cash incentives to replace aging, less efficient equipment and lighting.
New Math Labs Honor Retired Professors Ryoti, King
A new mathematics education technology classroom at Eastern Kentucky University will further the University’s efforts to advance math education throughout the region.
Conferences Will Serve to Showcase Noel Studio for Academic Creativity
Eastern Kentucky University’s Noel Studio for Academic Creativity will be showcased nationally next year when two organizations bring conferences to campus.
In spring 2012, the Noel Studio will be the hub for conferences of the National Association of Communication Centers and the Southeastern Writing Center Association.
Nursing Chair Named to Central Baptist Hospital Board
Dr. Judy Short, Foundation Professor of Nursing and chair of Department of Baccalaureate and Graduate Nursing at Eastern Kentucky University, has been named to the Board of Directors of Central Baptist Hospital.
Nursing Professor Named to National Committee
Beverly Hart, professor of Baccalaureate and Graduate Nursing and RN-BSN Coordinator at Eastern Kentucky University, has been appointed to an Emergency Nurses Association committee that will examine national issues related to emergency nursing practices, emergency care and matters of the Association.
EKU Bassmasters, Fresh off National Title, Ranked #1 Nationally
Fresh off a national championship last summer, the Eastern Kentucky University Bassmasters are ranked number one nationally in pre-season rankings announced recently by Bass Ranks.
Stratton Addition Will Accommodate Rapid Growth of College of Justice & Safety
A 25,500-square-foot addition to the Stratton Building will accommodate the rapid growth of Eastern Kentucky University’s College of Justice & Safety.
Abney Re-Elected Chair of Board of Regents
The Eastern Kentucky University Board of Regents unanimously re-elected Gary Abney, of Richmond, to a second term as chair at its regularly scheduled meeting on Jan. 26.
EKU to Produce Academic Journal Devoted to Regional Engagement
Eastern Kentucky University, home of a nationally innovative educational extension agents program and many other stewardship initiatives, will soon produce the first issue of an academic journal devoted to regional engagement.
Music Department Adds Seven Petrof Grand Pianos
Eastern Kentucky University’s Department of Music recently added seven Petrof grand pianos to its collection of instruments available for use by students and faculty members.
The Petrof piano factory was founded in 1864 in the Czech Republic and is Europe’s largest piano builder.
Commercial Foods Lab Opens in Burrier, Restaurant to Follow
Students in Eastern Kentucky University food service management classes in the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences are learning this year to master equipment that will rival or even surpass what they will later encounter in many restaurants.