WKU News

Aug 3rd, 2026

Honors student Aly Johnson's study abroad experience in Barcelona strengthened her passion for international affairs, language learning, and stepping beyond her comfort zone.

Jul 13th, 2026

WKU electrical engineering student and first-generation college student Carrie Updegraff earned a competitive NSF REU at the University of Nevada, Reno, where she's conducting solar energy research after saying yes to new opportunities.

Jul 6th, 2026

From the ICU to Taiwan: WKU nursing alum Brent Andrews ('19) earned a Fulbright to pursue a master's in global health research. His journey—from bedside nursing during COVID-19 to global health—shows where curiosity, service, and mentorship can lead.

May 11th, 2026

H4 Orientation helps incoming WKU Honors students build friendships, connect with campus traditions, and start college with confidence before the fall semester begins.

Apr 24th, 2026

Emma Thorn found community at WKU, transformed into a campus leader, and is now heading to pharmacy school—carrying forward lessons in balance, connection, and growth.

Apr 17th, 2026

Caleb Penick shifted from communication disorders to child therapy, finding purpose through coursework, camp work, and service—now pursuing grad school to support children’s mental health.

Apr 6th, 2026

MHC celebrated students and faculty for excellence in leadership, research, teaching, and service—highlighting standout achievements and honoring those who make Honors thrive.

Mar 9th, 2026

Diego Alcaraz-Monje, a WKU English and Journalism double major, is finding his voice through poetry, reporting, and campus community while discovering how storytelling connects people.

Feb 23rd, 2026

Biochemistry senior Brayden Gross develops copper nanoparticles to fight surgical infections—an accelerated path from Gatton Academy to med school driven by resilience and research grit.

Feb 2nd, 2026

From a split-second decision to senior capstone, WKU architecture student Ellie Ralston blends passion, people-centered design, and sustainability into a future in healthcare architecture.

Jan 5th, 2026

George Eklund (’09) credits WKU and the Mahurin Honors College with shaping his path to housing advocacy. Through hands-on learning and a strong network, he built the skills that now guide his work as a statewide advocate.

Nov 10th, 2025

Jesse Thomas (’26) is a biology/chemistry major and Pre-Optometry Club president whose lab research, internships, and mentorship prepared him to attend Southern College of Optometry in Fall 2026.

Oct 30th, 2025

Audrey Clark, a 2025 WKU grad, is pursuing her Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Duke. Her path from dance to PT reflects curiosity, early involvement, and hands-on learning that shaped her success.

Oct 27th, 2025

Honors alum Dana Brown found her calling at WKU, turning her passion for athletics into a career with Louisville Athletics. Once a Hilltopper, always a Hilltopper!

Oct 13th, 2025

WKU sophomore Esi Hernandez excels in electrical engineering, research, and leadership while supporting family and peers, aiming to make an impact through STEM and graduate study.

Sep 22nd, 2025

WKU junior Allie Wetzel explored exercise science in Hawai‘i through a 2-week study away in summer 2025, gaining hands-on experience and new career insights.

Aug 25th, 2025

WKU photojournalist Lindsey McIntosh studied abroad in Italy, blending storytelling and photography while embracing culture, language barriers, and experiential learning.

Aug 18th, 2025

Jul 7th, 2025

Adrianna Lein, a WKU first-year from TN, is forging her own path through sports journalism, Honors, and business economics while embracing growth and individuality.

Jun 30th, 2025

Hailey Stapleton (WKU ’25) blended art and international affairs to find her calling in art repatriation, inspired by study abroad and her passion for justice.