Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) celebrated Teacher Appreciation Day with a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Model Laboratory School on Tuesday, May, 6, 2025, as well as the announcement of the formation of the School of Education within the College of Education and Applied Human Sciences (CEAHS). “This is an exciting day for EKU and Model […]

Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) will be expanding community programs and support services at its Corbin Regional Campus and within the service region, thanks to a $50,000 donation from the Kentucky Association of Health Plans (KAHP). KAHP is the trade association representing Medicaid managed care organizations and commercial insurers in the Commonwealth. The gift from KAHP […]

“I’ve never been a person that wanted to sit in a cubicle to make a living,” said Tyler Collet, ’17. “I wanted to be active and moving in my career. I’ve loved golf ever since I was little, so that’s the main reason I pursued a career in golf.” Collet has achieved that goal with […]

Chris Hacker, ’93 ’95, shared his professional journey with students and others at the Alumni Spotlight speaker event on April 8, as part of Scholars Showcase at Eastern Kentucky University (EKU). After graduating from EKU with associate and bachelor’s degrees in police studies, Hacker started his career as a police officer, then transitioned to the […]

At EKU’s Model Laboratory School, education majors move beyond theory. Picture stepping into a classroom where seasoned teachers bring educational theories to life, demonstrating strategies and techniques with real P–12 (pre-K through 12th grade) students. Then, it’s your turn—guiding lessons, managing a classroom and connecting with students right on campus. This immersive experience offers EKU […]

Continuing a commitment to education throughout the Commonwealth of Kentucky and building on a rich, foundational history of preparing teachers and educational leaders, Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) announces the recipients of the “Experience Excellence” Superintendents of the Year. The awards are given in conjunction with the Central Kentucky Educational Cooperative (CKEC) and Southeast South-Central Educational […]