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![WKU Board of Regents to meet May 2](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/11948.jpg)
Apr 25th, 2024
The Western Kentucky University Board of Regents will hold a quarterly meeting at noon Thursday, May 2, in the Martin Regents Room of Jody Richards Hall.
View Article![WKU announces extension to scholarship acceptance deadline](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/11947.jpg)
Apr 25th, 2024
Western Kentucky University is extending its scholarship acceptance deadline to May 15 for new students who plan to enroll for the fall 2024 semester, school officials announced Thursday, April 25.
View Article![WKU Forensics wins NFA National Championship](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/11946.jpg)
Apr 25th, 2024
WKU Forensics took first in Open sweepstakes at the National Forensics Association National Tournament on April 18-22 hosted by Central Michigan University in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan.
View Article![Sound the Alarm! It’s time for the WKU Film Festival](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/11943.jpg)
Apr 24th, 2024
Wyatt Mick (MHC '26) talks about his brand new film "It's Getting Hot in Here" which will be unveiled April 25th at the WKU Film Festival!
View Article![Three WKU Students and Alumni Named Alternates in Fulbright US Student Program](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/11942.jpg)
Apr 24th, 2024
Vivian Rivera (‘24 Biology), Isabel Pergande (‘22 Political Science and History), and Jack Galloway (‘24 Business Data Analytics and Environmental, Sustainability, and Geographic Studies) have been named alternates in the Fulbright US Student Progr
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![The Art of Adaptation: A Transfer Student's Path to Success at WKU](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/11939.jpg)
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.
View Article![Three students earn national college media business awards](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/11938.jpg)
Apr 23rd, 2024
Three student leaders in WKU Student Publications were honored by College Media Business & Advertising Managers during an awards ceremony April 19.
View ArticleApr 23rd, 2024
“Challenging Conversations: Ethical Approaches to Team-Based Care," presented by Drs. Melissa Travelsted and Kurt Neelly from WKU CHHS were awarded the best poster in the Communication Strategies, Empathy category at the IPEC poster fair.
View Article![Psychology grad makes impact at WKU and beyond](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/11936.jpg)
Apr 23rd, 2024
“I chose to attend WKU because of the merit scholarship opportunities, study abroad programs through the Mahurin Honors College and to stay closer to my brothers for a little longer as they positively influence and motivate me."
View Article![WKU professor featured in podcast on human-wildlife behavior](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/11935.jpg)
Apr 23rd, 2024
Dr. Bruce Schulte, University Distinguished Professor of Biology, will be featured on a special series from "The Deal With Animals" podcast.
View ArticleApr 23rd, 2024
At WKU’s Innovation Campus last week, Holley Performance Brands (NYSE:HLLY) showcased the Company’s 1992 Chevrolet 1500 which has been converted from internal combustion to EV. This particular truck has been in the Holley family for nearly 20 years i
View Article![Vivian Rivera '24 Awarded NSF Graduate Research Fellowship](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/11919.jpg)
Apr 23rd, 2024
Vivian Rivera is WKU's latest to earn the National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research Fellowship. NSF Fellows receive a three-year annual stipend of $37,000 and a $16,000 cost-of-education allowance is awarded to their graduate institution.
View Article![Tangents to Heaven opens at Kentucky Museum](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/11916.jpg)
Apr 23rd, 2024
The Kentucky Museum is thrilled to debut its latest art exhibition, Tangents to Heaven, which features The Mary Norton Shands and Alfred R. Shands III Art Collection Bequest.
View Article![Journalism major from Ukraine named Ogden Foundation Scholar](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/11933.jpg)
Apr 22nd, 2024
“She has overcome every hurdle. And I am not sure people appreciate how difficult it is to remain so focused when you are separated from your family, friends and loved ones because they live thousands of miles away in a war-torn country."
View Article![Standard designs her college experience to include community](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/11932.jpg)
Apr 22nd, 2024
“I have always wanted to have a community that I can call home - a community that is large and welcoming - people that I can always rely on."
View ArticleApr 22nd, 2024
This month’s member spotlight is on Mr. Miller Slaughter who is currently working as a business development specialist for Community Ventures in connection with the Small Business Development Center with his office at WKU Innovation Campus’s Collabor
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