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Former Kentucky State University interim president released new book; The Harlan Renaissance
A former Kentucky State University interim president and director of the Center for Research on the Eradication of Educational Disparities recently published a new book about Black life in Harlan County, Kentucky. Dr. William H. Turner’s new book, The Harlan Renaissance: Stories of Black Life in Appalachian Coal Towns, is available now through West Virginia University (WVU) Press. According to the WVU Press summary, “Turner recon...
KSU Students Represent at the B.A.U.K. 2025 Spring Badminton Open
Kentucky State University (KSU) students Sandeep Airee and Prashant Bhatt teamed up to represent KSU at the Badminton Association at the University of Kentucky (B.A.U.K.) 2025 Spring Badminton Open, securing second place in the consolation round for Men’s Doubles.The tournament brought together over 50 players from across Kentucky and other states, offering a highly competitive and rewarding experience. In addition to doubles, Aire...
Kentucky State University alumnus featured in Bloomberg
A recent Kentucky State University alumnus was recently featured in a Bloomberg story about Wall Street hiring from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Kirk L. Miller, former Student Government Association president, was featured as a recent hire of Wells Fargo. Miller told Bloomberg he was preparing for a move to Charlotte and considering a career as an investment banker or wealth manager. Click here to read the full story.
Patricia Russell–McCloud, Esq. inducted into the NBCA Hall of Fame
Kentucky State University (KSU) alumna Patricia Russell-McCloud, Esq. was inducted into the National Black College Alumni (NBCA) Hall of Fame Saturday, Sept. 30 in Atlanta. According to her biography, Russell-McCloud is a ‘visual speaking experience.’ She was honored for lifetime achievement by the NBCA and presented her award by KSU President M. Christopher Brown II. “With more than 30 years on the lecture circuit, she is categori...