A new initiative, begun by Provost and Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs at Davenport University, focuses on reducing the barriers facing first-generation and minority students through peer support and aims to improve outcomes and degree completion rates.
CMU provided expertise and leadership in a recent collaboration, working with other educators to make recommendations for increasing equity and access in virtual learning environments.
A new BMCC President Duane Bedell has been selected for his education, experience, and vision for the college.
Baker College prioritized diversity and inclusion by implementing a training program for faculty and staff that emphasizes training in multiple areas identified as key components to making its campuses welcoming to all. The efforts by Baker College have now been recognized by an international organization focused on diversity training.
A local partnership, led by WKU professors, recently received an award from the National Consortium of Secondary STEM Schools for its work in biodiversity. The partnership between Cloudbridge Nature Preserve and The Gatton Academy works to strengthen STEM education and provides opportunities for students to travel abroad.
WKCTC was selected for a federally-funded mentorship program which aims to increase participation in STEM based educational programs, particularly at two-year institutions which tend to serve more students from underrepresented communities.
University of Kentucky earns top honors in an analysis published by The Chronicle of Higher Education.
Administrators credit faculty excellence and welcome the top rankings as evidence of the school's success.
A legacy of success continues as Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College receives federal support to continue it's nationally recognized program of services aimed at reducing barriers to first-generation college students and increasing graduation rates.
Graduates of the BGPD's law enforcement academy can now take advantage of a new agreement with Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College, which will provide free college credits to earn an associate's degree. The city of Bowling Green is funding the program with the aim of strengthening the police department.
