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Faridah Awang Appointed Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs at EKU College of Business

Faridah Awang Appointed Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs at EKU College of Business

The newly established role of assistant dean for academic affairs within the Office of the Dean is pivotal. It will focus on facilitating the implementation of the College’s Strategic Plan, overseeing personnel, facilities, technology, professional development, accreditation, and financial matters. This comprehensive role is designed to ensure the smooth operation and advancement of the College of Business.

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Winged Foot Wonder: The Inspirational Story of Katie Wiedmar, PGA

Winged Foot Wonder: The Inspirational Story of Katie Wiedmar, PGA

A PGA-Golf Management program alum, Katie Wiedmar has loved sports for as long as she can remember. Growing up in Louisville, Kentucky, she played team sports like basketball and field hockey, but it was golf and its focus on the individual athlete that won her heart and has become not only a career but a lifelong passion.

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Joanna Ouyang: EKU Youngest Spring 2023 Graduates at 19

Joanna Ouyang: EKU Youngest Spring 2023 Graduates at 19

At spring commencement ceremonies on May 12, Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) recognized more than 2,000 graduates from the Class of 2023. Chia Hui Ouyang, who goes by Joanna, was this spring’s youngest graduate at 19 years old. Ouyang earned her degree in two years after starting her collegiate career at 17 years old. During the 9 a.m. ceremony held at Baptist Health Arena in Alumni Coliseum, she received a bachelor’s degree in international business.

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Frank O’Connor

Frank O’Connor

James Francis “Frank” O’Connor, 81, retired professor of Economics at Eastern Kentucky University, passed away on September 13, 2023, at Baptist Health – Lexington after a brief illness.

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