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WKU in Glasgow Hosts Topper Hacks, Winners Announced
Dec 6th, 2019
Barren County students participated in the inaugural Topper Hacks competition designed to challenge next-gen innovators and future entrepreneurs. The competition took place Thursday, December 5 from 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at WKU in Glasgow.
Read MoreWKU Offers Engineering Technology Management Program in Owensboro and Elizabethtown Regions
Dec 4th, 2019
Students in the Elizabethtown, Fort Knox and Owensboro regions can now complete a bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology Management (ETM) close to home.
Read MoreTopper Hacks Competition December 5
Nov 26th, 2019
Seventy students have been selected to compete in Topper Hacks on December 5 at WKU in Glasgow. Students were recognized during an announcement ceremony on November 25.
Read MoreWKU in Elizabethtown to Host Viewing, Discussion of Lake of Betrayal Documentary
Nov 18th, 2019
WKU in Elizabethtown will host a free public viewing of “Lake of Betrayal,” a documentary about the plight of the Seneca Nation to protect their land, defend their sovereignty and preserve their way of life.
Read MoreWKU in Elizabethtown-Fort Knox Students Honored at Fort Knox Graduation Ceremony
Oct 18th, 2019
Six WKU students were recognized at a Fort Knox Graduation Ceremony on Thursday, October 17.
Read MoreWKU in Glasgow and BC Skills to Host Hackathon Competition in December
Oct 18th, 2019
Western Kentucky University in Glasgow and BC Skills are hosting Topper Hacks, a hackathon competition for next-gen innovators and entrepreneurs in grades 5-9 at Barren County Schools.
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WKU-ECTC University Center Signing Ceremony
Sep 27th, 2019
Western Kentucky University joined with Elizabethtown Community & Technical College (ECTC) and three other universities to celebrate the University Center at ECTC during a signing ceremony Friday morning at the ECTC Campus.
Read MoreWKU and Daviess County Extend WKU in Owensboro Campus Partnership
Sep 18th, 2019
Daviess County and WKU have have developed a new 10-year lease agreement for WKU in Owensboro.
Read MoreKnicely Center Ribbon Cutting & Open House
Jul 25th, 2019
Join us Thursday, August 1 at 3 p.m.
Read MoreFood for Thought: The Coach Diddle Story
Jul 23rd, 2019
Explore the life and legacy of Coach Diddle through the Society for Lifelong Learning September Food for Thought event on Wednesday, September 18.
Read MoreWKU hosts HACCP Workshop for Food Industry Professionals
Jun 24th, 2019
WKU Continuing & Professional Development partnered with the Ogden College of Science & Engineering to host a Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Point (HACCP) workshop for food industry professionals.
Read MoreWKU Joins Partnership with Somerset Community College to Offer SKyTeach Program
May 6th, 2019
In partnership with Somerset Community College's new University Center of Southern Kentucky, WKU will offer SKyTeach, a hybrid middle grades math and science teacher education program for students in the Somerset region.
Read MoreWKU Honors Graduating Students from WKU in Elizabethtown-Fort Knox
May 2nd, 2019
WKU honored the Spring Graduating Class of 2019 at Graduand, a pre-commencement ceremony for students who have completed at least one-fourth of their degree at WKU in Elizabethtown-Fort Knox. Thirty-seven students attended the ceremony on May 1.
Read MoreTwo New Training Programs Offered in Fort Knox
Apr 30th, 2019
WKU Career and Workforce Development is pleased to offer training for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) exam and the Six Sigma Green Belt Certification Exam.
Read MoreWKU Honors Glasgow B&PW Club at Dedication Event
Apr 25th, 2019
WKU faculty and staff recognized the Glasgow Business & Professional Women’s Club for the lasting impact the B&PW has made on WKU higher education within the region.
Read MoreSummer Courses Can Help Students Take Advantage of Time Off
Apr 12th, 2019
Summer is a great time for any college student to earn credit at WKU! Classes are flexible, and scholarships are available.
Read MoreTopper Orientation Programs at WKU in Glasgow
Apr 10th, 2019
WKU in Glasgow is now hosting Topper Orientation Programs for the Fall 2019 semester. Students can meet faculty, staff and students, get advised, register for classes and more!
Read MoreWKU Regional Campuses Prepare for Fall Registration
Apr 1st, 2019
Western Kentucky University 2019 fall registration begins on April 2 and academic advisors are meeting with students across the region to prepare.
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New Clinical Medical Assistant Program Begins This Month at WKU Glasgow Campus
Jan 8th, 2019
A new CLINICAL MEDICAL ASSISTANT healthcare career training course will be begin January 22 at WKU in Glasgow.
Read MoreWKU in Glasgow Honors Fall 2018 Graduates During Graduand Ceremony
Dec 14th, 2018
Twelve WKU students were honored at the Fall 2018 Graduand Ceremony on Thursday, December 13
Read MoreWKU Staff Council Announce the Staff Leadership Institute Class of 2019
Dec 13th, 2018
Twenty-one WKU staff have been selected for the 2019 WKU Staff Leadership Institute.
Read MoreMilitary Instructors Complete the Master Educator Course
Nov 26th, 2018
Twenty-two military instructors from around the U.S. recently completed the Master Educator Course (MEC) and were honored at a Closing Ceremony at Fort Knox.
Read MoreWKU in Glasgow Launches New Student Business Accelerator
Nov 9th, 2018
The WKU in Glasgow has launched a free Student Business Accelerator for WKU students who would like to start their own business.
Read MoreWKU Offers New Online Ed.D. Program with a Specialization in Organizational Leadership
Oct 29th, 2018
WKU now offers an Online Educational Leadership Doctoral (Ed.D.) Program with a specialization in Organizational Leadership
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Larry Gildersleeve Honored at WKU Annual Summit Awards
Oct 29th, 2018
Larry Gildersleeve was recognized by the Society for Lifelong Learning at WKU (SLL) during the 18th Annual WKU Summit Awards.
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Dr. Nicholas Brake Honored at WKU Annual Summit Awards
Oct 26th, 2018
Dr. Nicholas L. Brake was presented with the 2018 Volunteer of the Year award on behalf of WKU in Owensboro last night (Oct. 25) at the 18th Annual WKU Summit Awards.
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Dr. Benny Lile Honored at WKU Annual Summit Awards
Oct 26th, 2018
Metcalfe County Superintendent Dr. Benny Lile was presented with the 2018 Volunteer of the Year award on behalf of WKU in Glasgow last night (Oct. 25) at the 18th Annual WKU Summit Awards.
Read MoreWKU Offers New Online Local Government Graduate Certificate
Aug 28th, 2018
Through a partnership between the WKU Department of Political Science and the WKU Division of Extended Learning & Outreach (DELO), WKU now offers a 100% online Local Government Graduate Certificate designed for working professionals.
Read MoreStudents from WKU Regional Campuses Complete BSW Program
Aug 21st, 2018
Students from WKU regional campuses recently completed their Bachelor of Social Work degrees. Graduates completed extensive 400-hour field practicum and presented their research findings.
Read MoreRed & White Football Scrimmage at Barren County High School
Aug 16th, 2018
Join us as we cheer on the Hilltoppers at the new BCHS football field!
Read MoreWKU Elizabethown-Fort Knox Adding Office Hours for VA Students
Aug 13th, 2018
WKU is making it more convenient for VA students in the Elizabethtown area to utilize their VA educational benefits. Beginning this month, a WKU representative will meet students at the WKU Elizabethtown office to provide assistance and answer questions.
Read MoreSociety for Lifelong Learning to Host Open House, Annual Meeting in August
Jul 18th, 2018
The Society for Lifelong Learning at WKU (SLL) will host its annual fall Open House on Sunday, August 26 from 2-4 p.m.
Read MoreNew Adventure Course Offered at WKU Elizabethtown-Ft. Knox
Jul 10th, 2018
Through a partnership with Elizabethtown Community and Technical College, WKU will bring the ROTC program to the Hardin County area.
Read MoreDr. Benny Lile Honored at WKU’s Annual Summit Awards
May 25th, 2018
Metcalfe County Superintendent Dr. Benny Lile was presented with the 2018 Volunteer of the Year award on behalf of WKU in Glasgow last night (Oct. 25) at the 18th Annual WKU Summit Awards.
Read MoreWKU Owensboro Campus Offers Flexible Courses to Fit Student Schedules
May 15th, 2018
Many college students must balance classes with family and work responsibilities. That’s why WKU offers flexible course options that help students fit classes into their schedules.
Read MoreWKU Elizabethtown-Fort Knox Campus Offers Flexible Courses to Fit Student Schedules
May 14th, 2018
Many college students must balance classes with family and work responsibilities. That’s why WKU offers flexible course options that help students fit classes into their schedules.
Read MoreWKU WKU Elizabethtown-Fort Knox Transfer Student Selected for Scholarship
May 5th, 2018
Jenna Marie Morris was recently selected as the first recipient of an annual $500 scholarship created by Col. Larry French and his wife Betty Sue.
Read MoreJessica Boling Named WKU Young Alumna of the Year at Annual Awards Ceremony
Apr 23rd, 2018
A WKU employee was awarded the WKU Young Alumna of the Year award during the 2018 WKU Alumni Summit Awards. WKU Owensboro Campus Evening Manager Jessica Boling received the honor for her work with the Owensboro Alumni Chapter.
Read MoreStudents Learn Test Skills at Spring ACT Institute
Apr 12th, 2018
WKU Lifelong Learning hosted the 2018 Spring ACT Institute April 2-5, with students from six counties taking advantage of the program.
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There's Still Time to Register for WKU Summer Start!
Mar 5th, 2018
This program allows first-year students to earn 6 credit hours, experience campus life, create effective study habits and become acclimated to college before their first college term begins in the fall.
Read MoreSummer Early Entry 2018 Registration is Now Open
Mar 2nd, 2018
Summer Early Entry (SEE) allows first-time freshman the opportunity to complete developmental courses during the summer, while bridging the gap between high school and university level courses.
Read MorePartnership Develops Mental Health Video Series for WKU Online Students
Mar 1st, 2018
WKU Online is partnering with the WKU Counseling and Testing Center (CTC) to produce a series of videos for online learners. The videos will cover topics such as grief, depression, anxiety, and other issues.
Read MoreSociety for Lifelong Learning at WKU Class Registrations are Booming!
Mar 1st, 2018
The SLL members are enrolling in spring term classes now, and they are filling quickly. Members have already reserved over 400 seats. It’s not too late to register.
Read MoreTransfer Scholarship Application Deadline April 1 for Fall 2018 Admission
Feb 28th, 2018
College students wanting to transfer to WKU may be eligible for up to $4,000 in scholarship assistance.
Read MoreThe Society for Lifelong Learning at WKU Offers Three Food For Though Events this Spring
Feb 25th, 2018
The SLL has three Food For Thought events this spring. These are open to the entire community and include interesting presentation and lunch.
Read MoreWKU's Distance Learning & Testing Centers to Co-Host State Conference
Feb 20th, 2018
On Friday, March 23rd, WKU’s Distance Learning Testing Centers (DLTC) will co-host the 8th Annual Kentucky Association of Testing Administrations at Colleges (KATAC) conference.
Read MoreNew Year. New Goals. Be Aggressive With Your Education.
Feb 1st, 2018
Deciding to go to college is a major decision. Some attend college to further their education, advance their career, and/or increase their salary. By following some simple steps, you’ll be able to better identify why you want to go to college.
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