Transitioning from a military mindset to that of a student at a university can be difficult. The Veterans Resource Station (VRS) at Northern Kentucky University implemented the Green Zone Brigade Training program to combat some of those challenges that military-affiliated students face when transitioning to civilian life. “We do a good job teaching them how […]
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How NKU plans to use its $53.8M for asset preservation
The Kentucky legislature awarded Northern Kentucky University with $46.7 million for asset preservation during the legislative session. As part of those funds, the university agreed to a 15% match equaling an additional $7 million in matching funds, totaling $53.8 million. The Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education presented its plan for university asset preservation to the […]
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LINK streetscapes: Back to college edition at Northern Kentucky University
This special edition of Streetscapes looks at Northern Kentucky’s largest university, Northern Kentucky University. Last edition we started with my alma mater, Thomas More, so I turned to friends, current students and alumni for the top NKY spots off campus that every student must visit before graduation. Carabello Coffee: 107 E 9th St., Newport This […]
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Brighton Center to hold ribbon cutting for Opportunity House
Opportunity House, a program aiming to help college students experiencing homelessness, is opening on the Northern Kentucky University campus. Brighton Center, NKU, and the City of Highland Heights will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 3530 Alexandria Pike to celebrate the opening of Opportunity House on Wednesday, Sept. 14, at 12:30 p.m. Opportunity House is a […]
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NKU announces new assistant VP of development
Northern Kentucky University recently announced Shelly Deavy as the next assistant vice president of development. A Northern Kentucky University alumna, Deavy will begin her new role as assistant vice president on Sept. 12. She comes to NKU from the University of Cincinnati Foundation, where she served as assistant vice president of development. Prior to her […]
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NKU’s Shauna Reilly honored with Regents Professorship
Northern Kentucky University Professor Dr. Shauna Reilly is being honored with the Regents Professorship for her contributions to the university and students. The recognition, which the Northern Kentucky University Board of Regents established, “aims to recognize professors at NKU who exemplify NKU’s values and have brought acclaim to the university through an exceptional record of […]
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NKU announces new name for soccer complex
The NKU athletic department announced a gift from the estate of Joyce “Brenda” Hoskins, which included naming rights for the Norse soccer complex. The new complex is called Scudamore Stadium, honoring Hoskins’ maiden name. An official dedication ceremony was held on Sunday, Aug. 28 during the NKU women’s soccer game, according to a press release […]
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Haile College of Business celebrates new logistics hub on NKU’s campus
The Haile College of Business at Northern Kentucky University has officially opened the Verst Group Logistics Hub of Supply Chain Excellence. The hub will be equipped to serve the Global Supply Chain Management program at NKU. It will allow students and alumni to connect and engage with businesses and affiliated groups within the growing field. […]
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NKU Center for Economic Education names new director
Northern Kentucky University announced Ryan Goss as director of its Center for Economic Education.
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NKU students awarded scholarships from adult national honor society organization
Two Northern Kentucky University students received a $2,500 scholarship award and are the only students in Kentucky and the Greater Cincinnati area to be selected. Anna Dailey and Asia Whitmore received the scholarship from Alpha Sigma Lambda, an adult national honor society organization. “I was beyond thrilled to hear I had won this scholarship,” Whitmore, an […]