• EKU College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Congratulates Fall 2024 Graduates

    January 24, 2025


    Congratulations to the Fall 2024 graduates of Eastern Kentucky University! EKU proudly celebrated over 1,300 students during the commencement ceremonies held on December 5 and 6, 2024, at the EKU Center for the Arts. This milestone honors the hard work and accomplishments of the remarkable graduates from all of EKU’s academic colleges. Family, friends, faculty, staff, […]

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  • STEM Start Program: Equipping Students for Success In College

    January 24, 2025


    Completion of undergraduate science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) degrees continues to lag behind workforce demands, and success rates for populations traditionally underrepresented in STEM disciplines remain substantially lower than the same rates for other students. With the recent launch of a B.S. degree in manufacturing engineering at Eastern Kentucky University (EKU), the university has […]

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  • EKU Faculty/Staff Spotlight: Dr. Karim Abdelhay

    January 24, 2025


    Dr. Abdelhay received his B.Pharm (Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences) from Alexandria University in Egypt and his Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences from Auburn University. In fact, Dr. Abdelhay’s entire family, his father, mother and two sisters are all pharmacists. His wife Rasha is a clinical and a retail pharmacist and she is currently employed at Walmart Pharmacy. […]

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  • EKU Student Spotlight: Esteban Castro Platonoff

    January 24, 2025


    Mr. Esteban Castro Platonoff was born and raised in Latacunga, Ecuador, in an adventurous family with his dad Diego, mom Carla, and younger brother Felipe.  When asked why he choose to attend Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) he said: “My family and I visited EKU in 2017, and I was amazed with how beautiful the campus is.  […]

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  • College of STEM Honors Mr. Mark Sweet

    January 24, 2025


    A two-time Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) graduate, Mr. Mark Sweet, was named the 2024 College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Award recipient. The college’s highest honor is presented to individuals who have made impactful contributions to the college. On receiving the College of STEM award, Mr. Sweet had this to say, “Considering the substantial number […]

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