Commonwealth Credit Union (CCU) and Eastern Kentucky University announced on April 12 an agreement of a $1-million gift to support the Evans Banking and Financial Services program and the establishment of a new certificate program in Financial Technology and Cybercrime. In recognition of CCU’s gift, the Learning Commons at Stratton Building will be renamed the […]

In a celebration of excellence at Eastern Kentucky University, more than 30 instructors were honored at the 2023 University Faculty Awards and recognition ceremony on April 4. The faculty awards cover several categories, including service-focused awards, teaching-focused awards, scholarship-focused awards, first-year courses awards, EngaGE awards for general education, EKU Libraries faculty partnership award and the […]

Eastern Kentucky University is now offering an online bachelor of science in elementary education, beginning in August 2023. The online program creates a new pathway for students to receive their education while addressing the ongoing teacher shortage.  “Dire teacher shortages in Kentucky and beyond are causing a surge in demand for educators who can positively […]

Broadcasting and electronic media senior, Joseph Becher, has seen firsthand how Eastern Kentucky University is not only the School of Opportunity, but also the Employer of Choice. Becher works for EKU’s Division of Communications and Brand Management (CBM) as a student video production assistant.  Becher first started working for CBM in September 2021, at the […]

Eastern Kentucky University Libraries will feature books published by EKU faculty and staff at the EKU Authors Book Showcase as part of the annual Scholar’s Week events. The EKU Authors Book Showcase will take place on Wednesday, April 5, from 1-2 p.m. in the John Grant Crabbe Main Library’s Grand Reading Room.  “With hundreds of […]

As a young child, Tracie Prater, ’06, tagged along to EKU classes with her mom, who was then pursuing a master’s degree. From an early age, Prater’s favorite subjects included science, math and space. While attending classes at EKU the summer of her junior year—this time through the Governor’s Scholars Program—Prater studied engineering for the […]

Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) has selected Elizabeth Smith, Ph.D, as the dean of the College of Education and Applied Human Sciences (CEAHS). Smith will join EKU on July 1, 2023. Smith will lead CEAHS efforts in delivery, assessment, review of programs and courses, budget management, administering policies, procedures and supervision of college faculty and staff.  […]

Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) released a special-edition EKU Magazine celebrating legendary Coach Roy Kidd. For almost four decades, Kidd built a legacy as the EKU football coach that led the Colonels to 314 career wins, 37 non-losing seasons, two I-AA national championships and 16 conference titles from 1964 through 2002. His career achievements earned him […]

Eastern Kentucky University Colonels filled the Kentucky State Capitol on Wednesday, Feb. 15, as EKU hosted the annual Colonels at the Capitol event. The event allowed EKU Regents, faculty, staff and students to visit the Capitol to participate in discussions with Kentucky legislators regarding vital issues impacting the Commonwealth.  The day started in the Capitol […]

Eastern Kentucky University Colonels have probably seen Christian Bustos around the Campus Beautiful and his photo on EKU’s publications and website. Bustos, a first generation senior, broadcasting and electronic media major, started getting involved with numerous EKU promotional photoshoots in the summer of 2022 before becoming a university brand ambassador and an intern for EKU’s […]

Over 400 eligible students gathered in O’Donnell Hall on Feb. 1, to be entered into EKU’s annual Spin the Wheel Education Abroad Scholarship contest after a two-year hiatus. Excitement was high as students eagerly waited for the scholarship recipient names to be drawn.  The Spin the Wheel scholarship, covering complete program costs and airfare for […]

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 is proud to announce the inaugural recipients of the “Experience Excellence” Superintendents of the Year. The awards are given in conjunction with the Central Kentucky Educational Cooperative (CKEC) and […]

Eastern Kentucky University students will soon have the opportunity to pursue a degree in the high-demand field of manufacturing engineering. With an anticipated 32,400 new manufacturing engineering jobs nationally by 2029, EKU’s bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering addresses an expanding need within the state and beyond.  “I’m excited to announce that Eastern Kentucky University will […]

Eastern Kentucky University became the first public university in Kentucky to offer an Option 9 alternative route to teacher certification following recent approval by the Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB). According to the Kentucky Department of Education, “Option 9 is a new alternative route to certification that allows a person to complete a bachelor’s degree […]

In a collaborative effort, several Eastern Kentucky University centers, departments and faculty were awarded funding for their GONE FISHIN’ grant proposal submitted through EKU’s Cross College Interdisciplinary Collaboration (CCIC). The purpose of the GONE FISHIN’ project is to assess the feasibility of outdoor programming and wilderness training for youth and young people in Eastern Kentucky, […]

McKenna Revel, ’17, loved the academic freedom of being able to study multiple majors during her time at Eastern Kentucky University. Now, she’s living out her passions as both a legal assistant in Lexington and executive director of the Homeless Coalition in Montgomery County. When she started searching for colleges that would be best suited […]

Eastern Kentucky University Police Department is now a five-time accredited law enforcement agency by the Kentucky Association of Chiefs of Police (KACP). The EKU Police Department provides 24-hour patrol of the university’s Richmond campus and consists of 24 sworn police officers and eight 911 dispatchers.  “One of my main goals as police chief is to […]

Three Eastern Kentucky University students ranked among the top scorers for research presentations given at the Kentucky Academy of Science’s 2022 Annual Meeting in November. More than 700 students and professional scientists from across the state attended the annual meeting, which was held Nov. 10-12, at Morehead State University. Panels of scientists who judged students’ […]

Richmond native and public relations graduate, Danielle Mullins, ’20, started out in the pageant world as a young girl who loved glamor. On Jan. 8, Mullins was crowned Miss Earth USA 2023.  “With a personal mission to serve and empower others, I realized that pageantry is an opportunity to fulfill my life’s purpose and kept […]

Eastern Kentucky University held fall commencement ceremonies on Dec. 3, 2022, to celebrate over 1,200 students achieving their degrees. Students from this graduation class hail from 11 countries, 40 states and 94 Kentucky counties and range in age from 19 to 71. The 71-year-old graduate, Keri Baker, returned to EKU after a career in California […]

Always having a knack for entrepreneurship, Josiah Stendel, ’22, started his business, Made You Look Media, when he was only 13 years old. His video agency has since grown into a local powerhouse, producing commercials and video content for companies like Chick-fil-A, Eventbrite and Duolingo. “I am really passionate about helping these brands grow and […]

David Ge, ’15, began his career in professional gaming, a passion that “was only fun when I had something to prove.” As he made his way to the top and the excitement waned, he came to EKU in his late 20s to pursue a degree in finance and insurance. Right out of school, an EKU […]

Brandon Collins has been named chief of police at Eastern Kentucky University. A 2002 graduate of the university, Collins’ career began as a student worker for the EKU Police Department in 2001. Since then, he has climbed the ranks to serve in the department’s highest possible position. “I came to the university straight out of […]

Two Eastern Kentucky University students were awarded the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship, a highly competitive education-abroad grant that receives thousands of applicants each year.  Ximena Patino, EKU Honors Program junior majoring in nursing and Spanish, and Victoria Kay, junior early elementary major, were named recipients in March 2022. Over the past six years, a […]