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![Graduate student in Biology receives Minton Award](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/11956.jpg)
Apr 26th, 2024
Matthew J. Bowers, a Biology graduate student from Kenhorst, Pennsylvania, is the 2023-24 recipient of WKU’s John D. Minton Graduate Student Award.
View Article![Civil engineering major builds strong foundation for career through applied learning experiences](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/11941.jpg)
Apr 24th, 2024
By honing skills during project-based learning opportunities, cultivating a strong support network on campus and giving back through leadership roles, graduating senior Carelynn Hartmann built a strong foundation for her future during her time at WKU.
View Article![WKU’s 54th Annual Student Scholar Showcase April 6](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/11868.jpg)
Mar 29th, 2024
Western Kentucky University’s 54th Annual WKU Student Scholar Showcase will be held Saturday, April 6, at Downing Student Union.
View ArticleMar 1st, 2024
The 22nd annual Posters-at-the-Capitol event will be held March 7 in Frankfort.
View ArticleDec 13th, 2023
The WKU Office of Research and Creativity Activity recognized several faculty and staff members at its 2023 awards reception on December 6 at Downing Student Union.
View ArticleDec 11th, 2023
A dozen Western Kentucky University students ranked among the top scorers for research presentations given at the Kentucky Academy of Science’s 2023 Annual Meeting in November.
View Article![WKU Grad pursues career as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/11660.jpg)
Dec 4th, 2023
“Last summer, I shadowed many dietitians and other professionals, such as chefs, athletic trainers, coaches and operation directors. I was able to see the impact dietitians have on athletes in the sports world."
View Article![WKU President delivers Annual Faculty and Staff Convocation address](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/11446.jpg)
Aug 14th, 2023
Western Kentucky University President Timothy C. Caboni addressed faculty and staff at the University’s annual Convocation Monday (August 14) in Van Meter Auditorium.
View ArticleJul 31st, 2023
The American Chemical Society (ACS) has named Dr. Ranjit T. Koodali, WKU’s Associate Provost for Research and Graduate Education, to the 2023 class of ACS Fellows.
View Article![Kentucky Mesonet at WKU adds station in Russell County](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/11363.jpg)
Jun 7th, 2023
The Kentucky Mesonet at WKU continues to grow its network of automated stations across the Commonwealth. On Tuesday, the ribbon was cut on a new weather and climate monitoring site in Russell County, about five miles east of Jamestown.
View Article![WKU grad gains research experience in materials science](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/11318.jpg)
May 3rd, 2023
“I have met so many interesting, unique people just because we were struggling through the same physics, calculus and chemistry courses. These people have pushed me to be a better and more productive and prepared version of myself."
View Article![Aspiring speech-language pathologist pursues opportunities for community service and professional growth at WKU](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/11306.jpg)
Apr 29th, 2023
"Through taking advantage of the countless opportunities WKU provides, I have been blessed with mentors, friendships and lessons that have allowed me to grow and break barriers as a first-generation college student."
View Article![Graduate student in Social Work receives Minton Award](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/11229.jpg)
Apr 7th, 2023
Lindsey Powell, a Social Work graduate student from Versailles, is the 2022-23 recipient of WKU’s John D. Minton Graduate Student Award.
View ArticleApr 3rd, 2023
WKU’s 2nd Annual Data Science Day, sponsored by the Applied Research & Technology Program and the Applied Center for Data Science, will be held Tuesday afternoon (April 4).
View Article![View from the Hill: WKU Student Scholar Showcase](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/11204.jpg)
Mar 30th, 2023
More than 230 research projects will be shared this weekend at the 53rd Annual WKU Student Scholar Showcase (formerly known as the Student Research Conference). WKU’s Amy Bingham has a preview in this week’s View from the Hill.
View Article![WKU’s 53rd Annual Student Scholar Showcase April 1](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/11186.jpg)
Mar 22nd, 2023
Western Kentucky University’s 53rd Annual WKU Student Scholar Showcase, formerly known as the WKU Student Research Conference, will be held Saturday, April 1, at Downing Student Union.
View ArticleMar 20th, 2023
WKU faculty, staff and students are invited to participate in the spring 2023 KYNETIC Translational Training Series.
View Article![WKU's Lamont 'Jack' Pearley named first Kentucky-based MIT OpenDocLab Fellow](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/11150.jpg)
Mar 2nd, 2023
Lamont “Jack” Pearley, a graduate student in the WKU folklore studies program and a collaborator with the WKU Innovation Campus, has been named the first recipient of the prestigious MIT OpenDocLab Kentucky-based fellowship.
View Article![WKU and Gatton Academy students to present scholarly work at Posters-at-the-Capitol](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/11139.jpg)
Feb 27th, 2023
The 21st annual Posters-at-the-Capitol event will be held on Thursday (March 2) in Frankfort. Twelve WKU projects will be presented during the showcase of research and creative scholarship from Kentucky’s public universities.
View Article![Geoscience graduate student Trayson Lawler wins WKU Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) Competition](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/11132.jpg)
Feb 24th, 2023
Trayson Lawler, a graduate student in the Geoscience program, is the winner of the third WKU 3MT competition.
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