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2018 Âé¶¹Éç students and employees to receive free Kentucky Academy of Science memberships

2018 Âé¶¹Éç students and employees to receive free Kentucky Academy of Science memberships

February 23, 2018

In a press release, KAS announced that Âé¶¹Éç is a 2018 Kentucky Academy of Science (KAS) Enhanced Affiliate and any Âé¶¹Éç faculty, staff, or student may join KAS for free. KAS is a nonprofit organization fostering scientific discovery and understanding in Kentucky, with membership at an all-time high at nearly 4,000 members. Membership in KAS is open to anyone with an interest in science. KAS...

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MC Lyte to speak at Âé¶¹Éç's 2018 Heritage Assembly

MC Lyte to speak at Âé¶¹Éç's 2018 Heritage Assembly

February 21, 2018

Âé¶¹Éç will honor its rich history, legacy and achievements Thursday, Feb. 22 at 11 a.m. in the Carl H. Smith Auditorium in David H. Bradford Hall. The 2018 Heritage Assembly provides the Âé¶¹Éç family and the Commonwealth of Kentucky an opportunity for enrichment and diversity in the areas of academics, access, agriculture and athletics.  At the onset of Âé¶¹Éç’s President M...

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Nationally acclaimed educator to visit Âé¶¹Éç

Nationally acclaimed educator to visit Âé¶¹Éç

February 20, 2018

Âé¶¹Éç students, faculty and community members have the opportunity to meet nationally acclaimed educator Peggy Brookins Tuesday, Feb. 20 for informal discussion on the University campus. Brookins is the president and CEO of the National Board of Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) and the author of Why Black Teachers Matter. In July 2014, former President Barack Obama named Brookins as a member of the Presid...

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Âé¶¹Éç and Hope Street Group announce the creation of the Opportunity Access Network

Âé¶¹Éç and Hope Street Group announce the creation of the Opportunity Access Network

February 15, 2018

Âé¶¹Éç and Hope Street formally announced their partnership in the creation of the Opportunity Access Network Feb. 15 on the University campus. Âé¶¹Éç President M. Christopher Brown II said the partnership will transform teacher education and student learning in the district, the region and the Commonwealth. “We need evidence-based instruction, based on research and best practices, to make sure...

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