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Crisp, cool mornings and an impressive show of colors – it must be fall on the #CampusBeautiful!
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Now fewer expenses stand between you and your college degree. With EKU BookSmart, beginning Fall 2021, textbooks are free for undergraduate students at EKU.
Campus Housing
Living on campus accentuates the Eastern experience, and there’s something for everyone. Join a Living Learning Community, where you’ll connect with others who share your interests or major. Explore the options, and go ahead and save your space.
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Financial Aid
Paying for college doesn’t have to be overwhelming. EKU offers an affordable tuition rate, awards a variety of scholarships, and federal aid is available, too. Find out all your options and get guidance through the process.
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Student Life
EKU is not just a place to learn—it’s a place to live, grow and build friendships. The exciting programs and events hosted across campus and online are a great way to get involved. From student organizations to first-year programs and beyond, you’ll find your place at EKU.
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January 6, 2021
"Frametown" Documentary Highlights Women Firefighters in Vital Roles
Eastern Kentucky University professor Dr. Scotty Dunlap’s passion for public safety and emergency management lead him to an unusual place, Frametown, West Virginia, for an unusual activity, producing a half hour documentary about a group of female volunteer firefighters in what has traditionally been a male-dominated field.
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December 15, 2020
Eastern Hosts College Fair High Schoolers Via Drive Thru
From the safety of their own vehicles on Nov. 13, dozens of potential future Eastern Kentucky University Colonels, some accompanied by parents, received a glimpse into what their experiences might be at the University's regional campuses in Corbin and Manchester.
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December 10, 2020
Pogatshnik Announces Retirement, Zeigler Tapped for Provost in Eventful Board Meeting
Eastern Kentucky University announced today at its regular December board of regents meeting that its provost, longtime Eastern Kentucky University leader Dr. Jerry Pogatshnik, has announced his intention to retire on June 30, 2021.
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December 9, 2020
College of Science Honors Iconic Professors
Eastern Kentucky University's College of Science has honored three of its retired faculty members as its first Iconic Professors as part of a new college initiative. Dr. Sanford L. Jones Sr., Dr. John L. Meisenheimer Sr. and the late Professor Meredith J. Cox are the first faculty members to earn the prestigious honor.
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December 7, 2020
Divine Nine Plaza to Locate in Carloftis Gardens
Groundbreaking ceremonies were held recently for NPHC Divine Nine Plaza in EKU's Carloftis Gardens in recognition of the nine historically African American Greek-lettered, service-based fraternities and sororities under the council's umbrella.
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December 2, 2020
Scholarship, Conference Room Named for Gibson, Jr.
To ensure their father and grandfather's legacy will live on through future generations of EKU students, the Gibson family made a generous donation in memory of Dr. Charles H. Gibson, Jr. to establish an endowed scholarship and to renovate the conference room inside the Graduate School offices in the Whitlock Building.
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December 15, 2020
Ellis Named Foundation Board Chair
Troy Ellis, '87, BBA in Computer Systems Information, has been named chair of the Eastern Kentucky University Foundation Board, replacing outgoing chairwoman Maribeth Berman.
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December 14, 2020
Undergraduate Students to Get Free Textbooks with EKU BookSmart
Eastern Kentucky University announced today, for academic year 2021-2022, every undergraduate student will receive their required textbooks for free.
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November 24, 2020
Koenig Eastern's First-Ever Rhodes Scholar Finalist
Eastern Kentucky University senior Nick Koenig recently competed as a finalist for the Rhodes Scholarship, the oldest and most celebrated award for postgraduate international study.
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EKU BookSmart Announcement
Eastern Kentucky University announced for academic year 2021-2022, every undergraduate student will receive their required textbooks for free.
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COVID-19
While EKU continues to take every possible measure to safely offer an on-campus experience,
it takes everyone doing their part to ensure a healthy campus. Remember to wear a
mask, keep socially distant, practice good hygiene and stay home if you are ill. Learn
about EKU’s COVID-19 response, get campus-specific information and explore available
resources at staywell.eku.edu.