WKU News

Jun 24th, 2024

Mykah Carden's journey from the Gatton Academy to the Mahurin Honors College is inspiring. As a Goldwater Scholar, her groundbreaking research in karst and hydrology showcases her passion for geology. She aims to inspire and educate as a future professor.

May 16th, 2024

We celebrate the exceptional achievements of our 2024 honors thesis completers. These students have shown outstanding dedication, intellectual rigor, and innovation, contributing valuable insights to their fields.

Apr 24th, 2024

Alex Lahman, a Tennessee native, recounts her transformative journey at Western Kentucky University. From navigating transfer hurdles to thriving in architectural science, she is paving her path toward a future in architecture.

Oct 14th, 2022

Where does a biology major with a passion in sustainability go for an internship? The WKU Farm of course! Find out more in this Scholar Spotlight on Will Hemenover.

Oct 14th, 2022

Our MHC Branding Team sat down with Dr. Rodney King and 2022 alumna Gillie Brown to talk about what MHC Scholars can do outside of the classroom via research.

Oct 7th, 2022

Dr. Rich and Madelynn's (MHC `22) story reflects the MHC's pursuit of knowledge outside the classroom for student-led research.

Apr 25th, 2022

The Mahurin Honors College (MHC) seeks to develop scholars into masters of their passions- whatever those may be. For scholars like Elaine Flynn (MHC ‘13), her passion could only be found in a geology research lab.

Feb 22nd, 2022

Brianna Harness spoke with WKU about her college experience so far, and how her racial background has impacted this.

Jan 25th, 2022

While Mahurin Honors College (MHC) scholars study a broad scope of subjects, some such as Chad Coomer (MHC ‘14) have found their home in the STEM field.

Oct 9th, 2021

Laurel Johnston (MHC ‘23) never anticipated how much her life would be impacted by a simple morning walk. As a Mahurin Honors College (MHC) scholar, Laurel had a unique opportunity

Mar 4th, 2020

Obadiah is an MHC scholar studying Exercise Science with a pre-med concentration.

Mar 2nd, 2020