Jeff Knott, a CHHS alumnus, has released a new book entitled Navigating the Healthcare Maze-What You Need to Know. Born in England, Jeff attended Loughborough College and later, after moving to the U.S., received his Masters Degree at Western Kentucky University and an Executive MBA at the University of South Florida. He spent 20 years with Johnson & Johnson in their Professional Products Division, and later became President of Jim Walter International Corporation. Following his career at Jim Walter, he was appointed Vice President International of Rooms To Go Corporation- currently a leading U.S. furniture retailer. His passion for healthcare has culminated in his personal commitment to make a difference.

Taken from www.navigatingthehealthcaremaze.com

Saundra Starks, an associate professor in the CHHS Social Work Department has been re-elected secretary of the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB).  

The Communication Disorders United Federation of Teachers (UFT) Cohort in New York City was established in 2002, and since then the program has graduated more than 120 UFT speech teachers. This program has provided an excellent graduate degree program for nontraditional students. A recent article run in the New York Teacher highlights this program and current WKU faculty and students.

The Professional Golfers' Association of America and Ryder Cup member, Kenny Perry, have designated that Western Kentucky University will receive $90,000 in support of the Play Golf America University program.  

By Dr. Ritchie Taylor
A team of faculty and students recently participated in the College of Health and Human Services international service learning program to Belize. Students and Faculty from the departments of Public Health, Allied Health, Political Science, School of Nursing, and Institute of Rural Health participated in this seven day program that took place January 8-15th.