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University News & Updates


JOHN AND CARRIE LEWIS: A Gift Rooted in Connection, Lifted by Opportunity

John and Carrie Lewis know that connection has the power to transform lives. It’s what brought them together, guided their careers and ultimately inspired their recent gift to EKU in support of the nationally ranked aviation program.  Their story began in the trombone section of the University of Kentucky marching band. “We spent hours practicing, […]

“Not College Material”

Scott Northcutt, ’84, Defies the Odds, Rising From First-Gen Student to Corporate Leadership In high school, no one believed that Scott Northcutt, ’84, was college material—not his family or his guidance counselor—so he had to believe in himself. He was satisfied with making B’s and C’s until something clicked during his junior year. He realized […]

Kenton Buckner Honored with EKU’s Distinguished Service Award

Kenton Buckner, ’99 ’08, was honored with the Distinguished Service Award from Eastern Kentucky University (EKU). The Best of Eastern Alumni Awards, presented annually during Homecoming weekend, celebrate excellence among EKU alumni. The Distinguished Service Award recognizes those who have demonstrated a heart of service with EKU or within their communities. Recipients of this award […]

EKU Graduates Drive Literacy Success in Kentucky Classrooms

Several rural Kentucky schools are defying barriers to reading outcomes, fueled by teachers educated at Eastern Kentucky University (EKU). The 74, a nonprofit news organization, recently released the Top 5 Schools in Each State Beating the Odds in 3rd Grade Reading. All five of the Kentucky elementary schools listed are located in EKU’s service region, […]

EKU Becomes Kentucky’s Third-Largest Public University

Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) is now the third-largest public university in Kentucky for student enrollment, according to the latest data from the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education (CPE). EKU reported total enrollment of 15,969 students for Fall 2025. With steady enrollment growth over the past few years, EKU became Kentucky’s largest regional public university for […]

Paige Williams Honored with EKU’s Professional Achievement Award

Paige Williams, ’87, was honored with the Professional Achievement Award from Eastern Kentucky University (EKU). The Best of Eastern Alumni Awards, presented annually during Homecoming weekend, celebrate excellence among EKU alumni. The Professional Achievement Award recognizes individuals who have made significant and lasting service to their field, earning the respect and admiration of their peers […]

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Chellgren Workshop – Study Abroad: Choosing a Program

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