Spring 2016, Vol.2, No. 2
What an honor it is for me to continue my association with the outstanding faculty and staff of our regional campuses. WKU is widely known for its heart, its spirit, and sense of family. Nowhere is this better exemplified than at our regional campuses. The WKU family at each of our campuses, Elizabethtown-Fort Knox, Glasgow, and Owensboro, is totally dedicated to delivering the highest quality educational and co-curricular experiences to all of our students from the time they first inquire until they are walking across the stage at commencement. Student success and customer service is job one. As you can see from the events and activities described in this newsletter, our focus is on making the WKU experience at a regional campus second to none! WKU HOMEcoming 2015 WKU Regional Campuses participated in the Homecoming Parade and sponsored a Homecoming Queen candidate, Abby Ledford. Abby is a Social Work major at the WKU Elizabethtown-Fort Knox campus. Parade participants included, students, staff, faculty, Regional Chancellors and family members. Abby rode in a red, convertible Corvette that lead the parade walkers along the parade route followed by a Humvee provided by the Kentucky National Guard, 149th BSB in Bowling Green, another red Corvette and our three campus vehicles. It was a festive experience for all! As most enrollment officers would agree, I believe that every employee, no matter his or her position at WKU, is charged, to some degree, with growing enrollment. Yes, there are individuals whose jobs are focused on enrollment such as our regional campus student recruiters, academic advisors, and financial aid counselors. But, there are other individuals whose responsibilities also have an impact on enrollment. Individuals such as those who keep our regional campuses safe, clean, and beautiful; staff who greet people with kindness, deliver excellent customer service, and help maintain their campuses’ day-to-day operations; and faculty whose positive interaction with students encourages them to persist and finish their degrees. Over the last several months, I have witnessed many of these expressions of excellent customer service to our prospective and current students. I am deeply appreciative of our regional campuses’ faculty and staff as they have dedicated their time and energy to helping individuals, in their communities, start and finish their degrees. While it is very important to say thanks to the wonderful faculty and staff at the regional campuses for their positive impact on enrollment, I cannot and should not, however, forget that other people and offices on the Bowling Green campus also support enrollment activities of our regional campuses. For example, there are a number of academic departments that provide quality degree programs at the regional campuses that allow these sites to meet the educational needs of their communities. In addition, WKU administrative offices such as the Office of Admissions and the Graduate School work hard to process applications in a timely manner. The Transfer Center provides a great deal of support for the regional campuses’ Joint Admissions and transfer students. Military Student Services not only recruits new students but also provides excellent student support to many of our military students at our regional campuses. DELO provides excellent support to WKU’s Distance Learning students, many of whom are within the service area of our regional campuses. And, WKU offices such as the Bursar, Financial Aid, Registrar, Information Technology, and so many others are very involved with helping new and returning regional campus students enroll and succeed. To everyone, I want to say a heart-felt thank you and I look forward to our continued partnerships as we work together to grow our regional campuses’ enrollment. universities are well positioned to make a vital contribution to the surrounding community because a majority of students are place-bound and have a deep-rooted desire to gain skills, experiences, and leadership abilities that will allow them to improve “our†little place in the world.†The project has expanded to include other classes and faculty, including Lindsey Reynolds, Agriculture instructor, and Melanie Asriel, Psychological Sciences instructor. Workforce and Student Development WKU Glasgow is engaged in a collaborative partnership with local government and industry to address regional workforce needs while simultaneously providing enhanced educational opportunities for students. The WKU Learn and Earn program fulfills WKU’s mission by offering an innovative approach to enhancing students’ learning experiences, providing student financial assistance, and supporting economic development and growth in the institution’s service region. The WKU Learn and Earn program creates partnerships with area companies and businesses to employ both traditional and non-traditional college students to help meet their company production goals. In return, those students work for wages and receive tuition scholarships from their employers. The program further assists students in integrating work, academic and career goals, and life skills through a unique program that enhances student employment opportunities and career pathways. The program is quickly taking shape. Leslie Witty, WKU Learn and Earn Project Manager, began her duties on January 4 and David Byrd, Talent Acquisition Specialist, joined the team February 1.  There will be a soft launch of the program in April with an official launch in August. The program is open to all WKU students. For more information, please visit the website. campus news ANNOUNCEMENTS - WKU Glasgow Chancellor, Dr. Sally Ray, announced Monday, December 7, that Leslie Witty, a Barren County native and Program Manager for Career & Workforce Development in the Division of Extended Learning & Outreach (DELO) at WKU, will become the first Project Manager for a new Learn and Earn program at WKU. The Learn and Earn program is one piece of a larger workforce education project called Kentucky’s EDGE (Economic Development, Growth, and Education). - WKU Glasgow is now offering Paralegal Studies, as a two-year or four-year degree. Activities and events - WKU Glasgow hosted an information session for the new Learn and Earn program on August 12th that welcomed students interested in enrolling into the new program. - WKU Glasgow’s START Center collaborated with the Glasgow Library to welcome students to the new academic year by to hosting Jump Start. Between August 31st-September 3rd, Jump Start invited current students to attend a wide array of presentations and events geared towards academic success. - Mrs. Tess McKinley of the Center for Career and Professional Development frequently visited WKU Glasgow between September 2nd and December 2nd to help students with career- related topics such as interviewing skills, job searching, resume writing, and cover letter writing. - On September 2nd, Dr. Sally Ray, Chancellor of WKU Glasgow, officially dedicated new space on Glasgow’s Campus as a lounge and free space for students. - Mr. Andy Wagoner, Assistant Director for Academic Scholarships at WKU, visited the WKU Glasgow campus on September 22nd to speak with students about scholarship application strategies and deadlines. - WKU Glasgow held a reception for Provost Dr. David Lee on October 14th. The reception allowed faculty, staff, and students the opportunity to meet, welcome, and have discussions with Dr. David Lee. - Western Kentucky University Libraries celebrated new renovations of its Glasgow Campus Library on October 19. The Glasgow-Barren County Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting for the Glasgow Campus Library. Kelsey Gregg, senior elementary education major, donated two art pieces for the Glasgow Campus Library that were recognized during the celebration. - On October 22nd, WKU Glasgow’s Greentoppers hosted the WKU Glasgow Fall Festival which invited local producers to sell produce. Students, faculty, staff, and the community were invited to enjoy the local vendors as well as paint pumpkins. - WKU Glasgow’s START Center hosted Halloween celebrations for students in the student lounge between October 26th and October 28th. The celebrations included a costume contest, pumpkin decorating, and a scavenger hunt. - The WKU Glasgow Sociology Club hosted guest speaker, Megan Talcot, of Hope Harbor, on October 27th. - Dr. Simon Funge, WKU Assistant Professor of Social Work, hosted an information session on October 28th for students interested in pursuing a bachelor of social work. - Dr. Jennifer Hanley, WKU Associate Professor of History, and Ms. Lindsey Reynolds, WKU Instructor of Agriculture, led an information session on November 17th for students interested in participating in a study away program called The Kentucky Experience. - WKU Glasgow’s START Center in collaboration with the Glasgow Campus Library continued Exam Cram. Exam Cram is a week long event, which began on November 30th that provides presentations, sessions, and fun activities for students to help them prepare for finals. - WKU Glasgow hosted the Graduand Ceremony on December 3rd. The Graduand Ceremony is a pre-commencement ceremony that celebrates WKU Glasgow students who have completed the majority of their degree at WKU Glasgow. - On December 15th, Mr. John Roberts, WKU Glasgow Coordinator of Student Affairs, announced the appointment of two new student ambassadors: - Chelsea Hendrick, Elementary Education major - Heather Hatcher, Elementary Education major - WKU’s Student Activities & Organizations continues to offer The Dynamic Leadership Institute at WKU Glasgow which teaches students leadership and interpersonal skills. - Students at WKU Glasgow received visits during the fall semester from an array of departments and organizations including the On Demand, the WKU Talisman, WKU SGA, Graves Gilbert Clinic, Adult Learner Services, and Service One Credit Union. New faculty and staff - Ms. Jennifer Brinkley – WKU Assistant Professor of Paralegal Studies - David Byrd, WKU Learn and Earn, Talent Acquisition Specialist - Mr. Christopher Crain – Instructor of Literacy - Ms. Sara Duvall – Enrollment Counselor - Ms. Leslie Plumlee – Instructor of Math - Mrs. Stephanie Prichard – Outreach Coordinator - Mrs. Leslie Witty, WKU Learn and Earn, Program Manager awesome achievements - Dr. Trini Stickle, WKU Assistant Professor of English, recently published an article in the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders titled “Parents as a Team: Mother, Father, a Child with Autism Spectrum Disorder and a Spinning Toy.†- Dr. Trini Stickle, WKU Assistant Professor of English, recently presented at the Annual Meeting of The American Anthropological Association in Denver, CO. The presentation title was “Children’s use of I don’t know during clinical evaluations for autism spectrum disorder: Responses to emotion questions.†- Dr. Nicole Breazeale, WKU Assistant Professor of Sociology, recently began Breaking Ground: A Jail Garden Project. The project, partners college students and incarcerated women to collaboratively examine current food-related issues of social significance while working together to design, construct, and nurture a beautiful, healing, productive jail garden using sustainable agricultural practices. - Dr. Jennifer Walton-Hanley, WKU Associate Professor of History, recently submitted a paper to the Future of History Conference, titled: "The Kentucky Experience: Using Travel to Teach College History." alumni notes - Josh Dickson, a 2005 alumnus, is now the Business Relationship Manager at AGRIfinancial Services, a position he accepted in August of this past year. Prior to that, he was an Ag Loan Officer with South Central Bank. Congratulations to the following 2015 graduates from WKU Glasgow's Elementary Education program that recently began teaching. - Erica Ausbrooks: Teacher, Allen County Schools - Robert Brown: Teacher, Park City Elementary - Jessica Harbison: Instructional assistant, North Jackson Elementary School - Cassandra Keen: RTI instructor, Cumberland County Schools - Terri Robertson: Teacher, North Jackson Elementary School - Kelsey Thomas: Teacher, Red Cross Elementary Schools - Ashlee Webba: Teacher, Edmonson County Schools Champion's Corner meet: crystal walker, academic advisor Job description: I am a full-time Academic Advisor at the WKU Glasgow campus. We provide educational guidance and assistance for students by planning schedules, recommending courses, and determining the appropriate education solutions for the different types of students we serve. Achievements: A more personal achievement, is overcoming life's obstacles to get to where I am today. I was a first generation college student, raising my daughter as a single parent, and working 50 hours a week during the process. I was determined to make a better life for my daughter. With a lot of answered prayers and determination, I was able to attain my bachelor's from WKU. I consider it an achievement to be able to tell my story, and, hopefully, help someone on their journey. What gets me excited about coming to work: I get excited to come to work every day because of the relationships I have with the students and my work family. Each day is never the same. I love to see the students going to and from class pushing to do better with their lives. This gets me excited about coming to work. Most memorable moment(s) at WKU: There have been many memorable moments, but one of my favorite memories is the first time we held our Graduand Ceremony for the WKU Glasgow students. Seeing one of my advisee's overcome life's trials and tribulations to walk across the stage holds a special place in my heart. Knowing that she trusted my advice, and did what she had to do despite what life threw at her to make her life better, made me love my job even more. Advice/words to live by: Three simple rules of life: 1. No matter the circumstance NEVER give up. 2. If you don't go after what you want, you'll NEVER have it. 3. If you NEVER take that step forward, you'll always be in the same place. meet: yertty vandermolen, spanish instructor Job description: I teach Elementary Spanish I and II at WKU Glasgow. Achievements: I am originally from Peru and this is my twelfth year as a Spanish Instructor in the United States. For the first nine years, I taught Spanish at Luther College in Iowa. I came to WKU Glasgow in August 2013. During this time, I have established close connections with our high school teachers in Barren County and surrounding areas. We meet frequently to share common experiences and concerns in relation to world language teaching and how to help students become college ready. I have also helped develop our first Hispanic Festival which started in 2014. The first year we had around 100 students in participation from four high schools. In 2015, we received approximately 400 students from seven high schools and our own WKU Glasgow Spanish students. This year, we expect around 500 students to participate actively during our festival which will take place in April. I have taught dual credit Spanish at two high schools for a year and I have also become the dual credit liaison for the Spanish Program at WKU. I work closely with six different Spanish dual credit teachers this academic year. I also find ways to have my students think and live in “Spanish†at least for a day or for a few hours. For this reason, I have started local field trips for my students. For example, I have students visit a Mexican restaurant where students had the chance to speak Spanish, order food and learn about Mexico. Another field trip included a visit to the Hispanic market in town where students had the opportunity to see the different Latino products available in Glasgow; learn how to make pico de gallo and a Peruvian dish; and learn a lot from the Hispanic cuisine and it helped dispel some stereotypes in relation to the Latino community and culture. Additionally, I have invited Glasgow ESL students to have real spontaneous conversations in Spanish with my students on campus. Finally, I had Peruvian guest speakers on Skype (in my classroom) who shared the history of Peru, their personal experiences, and their professional lives with my students. I always keep looking for opportunities to have my students be immersed in the Latino culture and have real conversations with native speakers of Spanish. What gets me excited about coming to work?: I have a passion for teaching languages. My teaching goes beyond vocabulary and grammar rules. I like the human aspect of teaching, getting to know each student individually, exchanging experiences and understanding the differences in culture. This is what teaching is about. I get to learn a lot from my students and we all learn from each other. This is what keeps me motivated and excited about coming to work every day. Most memorable moment(s) at WKU: I will always remember my first day of teaching at WKU Glasgow. I arrived two weeks after the start of the semester. My students had had another teacher until my arrival. I could feel a little bit of rejection. Most of those students had never had a native speaker as their instructor before. Most of those students were non-traditional students and had never taken a foreign language in their lives. Here I go speaking 100 percent Spanish. Students were looking at me puzzled. They did not understand a word. Most of them were used to some English in class and when I tried speaking English they did not understand me either. What is worse is that, I could not understand when they spoke English either. I had a thick Latino/northern English accent and most of my students had a strong southern Kentucky accent; it was a mess. I lost a few students through changing classes. I felt badly and was ready to run away. I had lots of mixed feelings, but I hung in there and little by little students were more accepting. I became more patient, students got used to me speaking Spanish in class, things got a lot better, and I finally felt very comfortable in my classroom surrounded by my students. Things have changed a lot since that day. I love my students! Advice/words to live by: Through my own life experience, I learned not to judge a book by its cover and not to underestimate anyone. I believe we are all intelligent human beings capable of learning and doing things despite our age. The key is to have a positive attitude, patience, and believe in yourself. meet: kaitlyn wyatt, student Major: Elementary Education Why did you choose WKU Glasgow? I chose WKU Glasgow for a variety of reasons. I started my college education on the Bowling Green campus in a dorm. The campus is beautiful, but I knew that the college experience I needed to see myself succeeding in would be at WKU Glasgow. WKU Glasgow encourages a hard work ethic, positive teacher-to-student relationships, and a positive atmosphere that cannot be found anywhere else. I feel comfortable asking questions, and I feel that by being at WKU Glasgow. I have found a campus with staff who have a desire to see each student succeed. What do you plan to do with your education? I plan to teach in the elementary school setting and to take my observations and experiences from field work, my professors, and my school experience to my future classroom. I will try to positively influence students using my experiences throughout my educational career. Achievements: I currently work for Mammoth Cave National Park, which is very informative and influential for my field of study. What gets me excited about coming to school: Knowing that someday I will take what I have learned and be on the "other side of the desk." Most memorable moment(s) at WKU: My most memorable moment at WKU was probably when I moved back home and started attending WKU Glasgow. I began my first semester here by applying to become a Highlander, student ambassador, which has also been highly influential in my educational career. Advice/words to live by: Take everything you learn in school and apply it. Even though some information may seem pointless to learn, learn it. You never know when you'll need that knowledge. Apply your knowledge in a positive experience. Knowledge is power. meet: allison key, student Major: Elementary Education Why did you choose WKU Glasgow? I chose WKU Glasgow because it is so close to home. In addition, the small class size and the warmth of the professors are two of the best things about the campus. What do you plan to do with your education? I plan to become an elementary school teacher. After this, I intend to get my master's degree in Educational Administration so that I can someday be a principal or other school administrator. I plan to pursue a doctorate degree in education, too. Achievements: I am a WKU Highlander, student ambassador. My experiences have truly made my college experience the best. In addition, I am on the President's List every semester. What gets me excited about coming to school: I love to learn so that I can someday teach others the valuable knowledge that I learned at WKU. I also really enjoy seeing the faculty and staff at WKU Glasgow. Many have become mentors and role models to me, especially Mrs. Leigh Ann Wells and Mr. Bill Walters. Most memorable moment(s) at WKU: My most memorable moments are the events that I have gotten to attended to represent WKU Glasgow as a Highlander. These include Topper Twenty, Graduand, Spelling Bees, dual credit celebrations and receptions. Advice/words to live by: "Kid, you'll move mountains." - Dr. Seuss
In November, the WKU Student Government Association (SGA) conducted a listening tour and visited all three campuses including the location at Fort Knox. SGA worked to acquire a better understanding of student’s needs and wants at the regional campuses.
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In December, the adult and regional campuses' enrollment teams participated in a strategic enrollment management and marketing (SEMM) planning and training day. The team discussed strategies to increase new and returning student enrollment for adults and at the regional campuses. Several WKU's leaders joined the team for lunch and a brief presentation.
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For many, the new year marks the beginning of new resolutions and goals. For the WKU Owensboro community, the new year is a continuation of striving to further embody standards we set for ourselves many semesters ago. WKU Owensboro places a strong emphasis on consistently developing a cohesive team to serve our student population. Our staff spent over a year defining who we are, how we behave and will succeed, our purpose in the community, and our goals for the campus. We exist to empower individuals to transform their lives through education, with a purpose to provide public, upper division undergraduate and graduate education in our region. We encourage a work/life balance in our culture, emphasize a student-first style of service, contribute to self-reliance by using the Teach to Fish model, embody the wisdom of “The Spirit Makes the Master†in all we do and say, and embrace innovative solutions by being trend setters with our entrepreneurial and can-do mindset. We will succeed by differentiating ourselves by providing exceptional, personalized and customized student services, and offering degree programs matched to the current local job market. These principles are all driven by our overarching goals of growing enrollment and seeing our students succeed. As we move forward in 2016, we will strive to continue to embody these ideals and contribute to the successful experience of our students. We eagerly anticipate being with our graduates as they celebrate the completion of their degrees at WKU Owensboro’s sixth commencement ceremony on May 16th. I invite you to join us for this momentous occasion for the graduates of WKU Owensboro. campus news Activities and events - The Dynamic Leadership Institute (DLI) continues to be a thriving program that teaches students leadership and interpersonal skills to utilize in their careers and communities. During the Fall 2015 semester, 68 students participated in Phase 1, 24 students participated in Phase 2, and 5 students participated in Phase 3. Students will have the opportunity to participate in DLI during the spring semester with Phase 1 on February 12th, Phase 2 on February 26th, and Phase 3 on March 18th. - The Owensboro Area World Affairs Council hosted guest speaker Dr. Marko Dumancic, Assistant Professor of History at WKU, in the WKU Owensboro Badgett Conference Center on October 21, 2015. Dr. Dumancic’s presentation, titled “Russia’s Threat to the West: Perception or Reality?,†engaged a crowd of nearly 100 students and community members. - Charley Finecy of the Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial in Lincoln City, Ind. presented on “Lincoln and His Role in Emancipation†at WKU Owensboro’s Badgett Conference Center on October 29th. In addition to Mr. Finecy’s presentation, WKU Owensboro displayed a traveling exhibition from The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History. The exhibition explored the Civil War and issues of slavery through political cartoons depicting Abraham Lincoln and his policies. The exhibition invited viewers to put aside twenty-first-century assumptions and look at events through the eyes of people living in the era. - WKU Owensboro students received visits in Fall 2015 from a range of departments and organizations including the Office of Scholar Development, On Demand, the WKU Talisman, WKU SGA, CanDoo, and Service One Credit Union. - Ms. Aloma Williams Dew presented “Caught Between the Hawk and the Buzzard While Keeping the Homefires Burning – Daviess County Women During the Civil War†on November 12th in the WKU Owensboro Badgett Foundation Conference Center. - WKU Owensboro hosted Football Family Fun Night on the Owensboro campus lawn on Thursday, September 3. The event brought students and alumni together to watch WKU defeat Vanderbilt in the WKU season opener. The game was shown on an outdoor screen and attendees enjoyed food from the grill, bounce houses for the young Hilltoppers, corn hole, and prizes. - Betsy Pierce, Staff Psychologist in the WKU Counseling and Testing Center, held two workshops at WKU Owensboro during the Fall 2015 semester. “Overcoming Test Anxiety†was held on September 14th and “Seasonal Affect Disorder†was presented on November 17th. - WKU Owensboro held its third Transfer Day on Thursday, October 29th. Transfer Day, held on the Owensboro Community and Technical College campus, resulted in 47 completed WKU applications. - WKU Owensboro’s Kevin Dorth presented on the 13th and 14th amendments to the U.S. Constitution in honor of Constitution Day on September 17th. - WKU Owensboro held a reception for Provost Dr. David Lee on October 29th. The reception allowed faculty, staff, and advisory council members the opportunity to meet, welcome, and have discussions with Dr. Lee. - WKU Owensboro held an Adult Learner Information Session on November 19th. The event invited community members interested in returning to school to learn about WKU Owensboro and how to achieve their goal of earning a degree. awesome achievements - Dr. Whitney Harper, Assistant Professor in the BSW Program at WKU Owensboro, completed her PhD in Human Development and Family Studies from Michigan State University in fall 2015. Congratulations, Dr. Harper! - Dr. Chandra Emani, was awarded a $20,000 National Science Foundation EPSCoR (Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research) grant. This is the second time that Dr. Emani has been awarded a grant with this organization. The project titled, “Phytoremediation Strategy Utilizing Transgenic Stone Pine to Dispose Salt Wastewater and Crude Oil Contaminants from Oil Field Sites,†involves planting stone pine plants at oil well sites to dispose both salt water and crude oil contaminants at oil fields. Dr. Emani’s award is part of the University of Kentucky’s Center for Applied Research, a national organization specializing in environmental research. Dr. Emani will be collaborating with PIP Industries LLC, an environmental research company based in Owensboro, Case Drilling Company, Countrymark Oil Company and Atmos Energy. - Dr. Chandra Emani was recognized by the WKU Office of Sponsored Programs for his grant activities during 2015. Dr. Emani received three awards: First Time Awardee FY 2015, Prolific Proposer FY 2015, and Early Investigator FY 2015. First Time Awardee recognizes those who received their first extramural grant award at WKU as Principal Investigators during FY 2015. Prolific Proposer recognizes faculty and staff who submitted four or more grant proposals as either Principal Investigator or Co-Principal Investigator during FY 2015. Early Investigator recognizes assistant professors within the first five years of their appointment who received a grant in FY 2015. - WKU Owensboro students have earned 15 internship placements during the 2015-2016 academic year. Notable internship placement sites include Green River District Health Department, Ohio County Hospital, Necco Inc., the Kentucky Mavericks, UniFirst, Audubon Area Community Services, American Red Cross, Owensboro Daviess County Convention & Visitors Bureau, and Owensboro’s Friday After 5 Concert Series. alumni notes - The WKU Alumni Association – Owensboro Chapter travelled to Bowling Green on February 20th to watch WKU's basketball team take on Charlotte at E.A. Diddle Arena. The alumni group met at the Augenstein Alumni Center prior to the game for refreshments. - The WKU Alumni Association – Owensboro Chapter held WKU Day at the Races at Ellis Park Race Course on Saturday, July 18th. Alumni gathered for refreshments and horse racing on a beautiful summer day. - The WKU Alumni Association – Owensboro Chapter held Dr. Gary Ransdell Appreciation Night at the WKU Owensboro campus on Saturday, August 22nd. The event featured an art demonstration by speed painter Aaron Kizer and a special painting presented to Dr. Ransdell. The event was well-attended by alumni and Owensboro community members. Champion's Corner meet: kevin dorth, campus evening manager/adjunct instructor of history Job Description: - Supervise all part-time and student evening staff - Coordinate and facilitate DLI programs - Coordinate a Retention of Students Committee - Organize campus activities - Teach history to WKU Owensboro students Achievements: Obtaining two master’s degrees from WKU and a bachelor’s degree from UK. What gets me excited about coming to work: Helping students achieve their goals and getting to see my coworkers. Most memorable moment(s) at WKU: Attending the ribbon-cutting for the new WKU Owensboro administration building as a graduate student in 2010. meet: jennifer bowlds, Alumna Major: Master of Social Work, WKU Owensboro BSW Alumna What do you plan to do with your education?: I want to serve children and families among all socioeconomic classes through counseling and therapy to resolve psychosocial, behavioral, and emotional problems. Achievements: Being accepted into the National Honors Society, receiving WKU Owensboro Social Work Outstanding Student Award, being a member of the Social Work Student Union. What gets me excited about coming to school every day: The motivation of attending each day of class means a day closer to graduation. Most memorable moment(s) at WKU: Receiving the WKU Owensboro Social Work Outstanding Student Award. Why did you choose WKU Owensboro?: I chose WKU Owensboro because the campus offers one of the most competitive and prestigious Social Work programs in Kentucky. The campus is located close to home, making the education I receive cost efficient. The Owensboro campus offers the same support services that are available on the Bowling Green campus such as: academic advising, tutoring, scholarships, financial assistance, disability services, veteran’s assistance, internship placement, career counseling, and library services. Campus life at the WKU Owensboro campus is not any different than on the Bowling Green campus. WKU Owensboro offers various clubs and organization memberships, campus activities, and National Honors Society. Advice/words to live by: Live life to its fullest each and every day, because you never know what the next day may bring.
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Another year has passed and a new one has begun! Let us all take a moment to reflect on the wonderful things that are happening in our lives. See the glass of life as half-full rather than as half-empty. Surely, each of us has a list of blessings for which we can be very grateful. Hopefully, continuing your education is at the top of this year’s list of resolutions for 2016. Whether you are thinking about returning to school after a lengthy hiatus; simply enrolling in the next set of classes that will get you closer to achieving your personal goals and career aspirations; or seeking to expand your intellectual horizons in an area of special interest to you, it is all within your reach at WKU Elizabethtown-Fort Knox! Soaring to new heights, WKU Elizabethtown-Fort Knox is the place to be! Having recently completed our move from Building 1174, the former elementary school at Fort Knox (now on the register of historic buildings in the U.S.), to our new digs in Building 65, we are once again ready to serve all who enter through our doors. Our computer labs and a newly-created “quiet zone†located in our former administrative office space in Building 1174 are readily available for student and faculty use. Additionally, our vacant VA representative’s position has now been filled and services provided by financial aid, career services, and accessibility services are once again available to all students on a scheduled basis. Though it may be cold outside these days, there is plenty of “hot off the press†news at WKU Elizabethtown-Fort Knox. Our 2+2 Paralegal Studies program offered in partnership with Elizabethtown Community and Technical College (ECTC) has officially begun; our Business Informatics program is now available to those who are interested in data mining and analysis; and our soon-to-be-revived master’s in counseling program is on track to accept new students beginning Fall 2016. These are just three examples of works in progress to serve the needs of our community. We hope you will stop by to see us at either our Elizabethtown office or at our Fort Knox office. I wish you a joyful and prosperous new year! As in previous years, we are eager to provide the educational services that are needed to help convert your dreams into reality! campus news ANNOUNCEMENTS - In September, the WKU Student Government Association (SGA) Senate voted to officially recognize the WKU Elizabethtown-Fort Knox (WKU-E) Student Body Association (SBA). Prior to this landmark vote, the WKU SGA President, Jay Todd Richey, and one of WKU-E’s SBA faculty advisors, Anthony Paganelli, drafted the organization's constitution and bylaws. When the resolution passed the SGA senate unanimously, the hard work of all concerned was validated. Achieving SBA status now affords the WKU Elizabethtown-Fort Knox student body a united and direct “voice†to the WKU SGA with regards to WKU campus-related matters. It also provides several wonderful opportunities for the student body at the WKU Elizabethtown and Fort Knox campuses to participate in WKU-E decision-making through the creation of special committees and task forces. A first step in working together as a sanctioned campus organization, the WKU Elizabethtown-Fort Knox Student Body Association successfully organized a 9/11 donation drive to collect items for troops who are currently serving in military combat zones. The SBA also facilitated the election of Abby Ledford, a social work major, as the Elizabethtown-Fort Knox, Glasgow, and Owensboro Regional Campuses’ 2015 nominee for Homecoming Queen in WKU’s annual competition. The SBA is a welcomed addition to WKU-E and will definitely impact the campus in a wide variety of positive ways. - The Regional Chancellor of Western Kentucky University Elizabethtown-Fort Knox, Dr. Evelyn A. Ellis, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Kali Baker to the position of student transfer advisor and recruiter. The first position of its kind at WKU-E is now occupied by a native of Hardin County, Kentucky, who is not only passionate about higher education but also possesses a track record of success. Ms. Baker is a 2014 magna cum laude honor graduate of Western Kentucky University where she earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education. Currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration at the University of Louisville and a graduate certificate in Career Services from Western Kentucky University, Ms. Baker is a believer in lifelong learning.  In her new role, she will promote and represent WKU-E through engagement in community, local school, and university events, programs, and activities. When she is not involved in her own educational pursuits or performing her new duties and responsibilities, Ms. Baker enjoys traveling, meeting new people, and being outdoors with her two dogs, Bentley and Breezy. - The WKU Center for Career and Professional Development (CCPD) recently established a new student worker position at the WKU Elizabethtown–Fort Knox Campus. WKU student Sarah Hoyt who is pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies was selected for the newly created peer counselor position. In her new role, Ms. Hoyt meets with students and alumni at Fort Knox to provide general career counseling. She also performs a variety of other career-related duties as needed. - The WKU Office of Veterans’ Affairs has officially hired a new representative to service eligible students at the WKU Elizabethtown–Fort Knox Campus. Mr. Jonathan Baker, a military veteran himself, will be on the WKU Elizabethtown campus each Monday taking appointments to help students with their VA benefits and educational service needs. A schedule to serve students at Fort Knox, too, is currently under development. The support Mr. Baker provides to veteran students and their eligible family members is not only critical to WKU retaining its national designation as a military-friendly institution but also ensures WKU remains in compliance with ever-changing federal regulations related to service members’ educational benefits administered through the U.S. Office of Veterans’ Affairs. Activities and events - Once again, ECTC and WKU Elizabethtown-Fort Knox partnered together to host their annual Halloween Trick-or-Treat Costume Parade. As in years past, the event held on Thursday, October 29th, was a huge success. The 300+ costumed witches, astronauts, ballerinas, and other characters who participated in the event, including Big Red, were thrilled to fill their treat bags and buckets at 23 candy stations located all around the ECTC campus. Not only was this an exciting event for the ECTC and WKU faculty and staff who organized the event, but it was also a great way to bring the community together as a whole. - WKU Elizabethtown-Fort Knox was a proud participant in the 2015 College and Military Application Day held at Hardin County Schools’ Early College and Career Center (EC3) on November 20th. Kali Baker, WKU-E Transfer Advisor and Recruiter and WKU-E Peer Counselor, Sarah Hoyt, provided one-on-one assistance to students filling out on-line college applications at laptop stations provided throughout EC3. Ms. Baker and Ms. Hoyt also supplied students with additional information about WKU degree programs and the Joint Admissions programs between WKU and its Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) partners. - WKU Elizabethtown-Fort Knox was among more than 100 non-profit organizations, musicians, artists, crafts people, and chefs who participated in the 8th Annual Via Colori Street Painting Festival which was held on September 12th on the square in downtown Elizabethtown. Featuring street painting, live music, an arts and crafts market, and a non-profit awareness campaign regarding the need for foster child support, community organizers were delighted to have WKU join this year’s champions for community success. WKU-E’s involvement in this event allowed weekend staff volunteers and Big Red to meet countless members of the community and also provided a fantastic opportunity to share information about degree programs and outreach activities that are offered right in their own backyards. An alumni signing board displayed at the WKU-E table was quickly filled with the signatures of area WKU alumni, and the WKU-E’s kids’ craft table was very much appreciated by kids and their parents/guardians. - The Elizabethtown Community & Technical College (ECTC) Student Government Association held its annual ECTC Fun Fest on August 26th at the James S. Owens Courtyard. It was WKU Elizabethtown–Fort Knox’s pleasure to be one of several four-year institution partners invited to not only celebrate with students the start of another academic year but also to share information about WKU-E with prospective transfer students who attend ECTC. - Hardin County Christmas is an annual community event which offers a wide range of opportunities for individuals and/or organizations to put a little joy into the yuletide season. Serving children in need who live throughout Hardin County, Big Red, along with faculty and staff from the WKU Elizabethtown–Fort Knox campus, enthusiastically participated in the 2015 event by spending an afternoon and evening volunteering at the Towne Mall in Elizabethtown. In an effort to spread holiday cheer, volunteers spent several hours collecting “gift sponsors†for “angel tree†school-aged children, including high schoolers, and distributed to mall visitors candy canes labeled with WKU-E’s contact information. New faculty and staff - Jonathan Baker, Veterans Affairs Counselor - Kali Baker, Student Transfer Advisor and Recruiter - Pam Goodin, Faculty Member, School of Teacher of Education awesome achievements - During the faculty kick-off meeting held in Room 100 of the WKU Helm Library in August, Dr. Connie Foster, Dean of WKU Libraries, announced the selection of WKU Elizabethtown-Fort Knox librarian, Tony Paganelli, as the first recipient of the WKU Libraries’ inaugural research award. The library instruction session for which Mr. Paganelli received the research award was designed to actively engage students via on-site interaction during classroom sessions that are delivered using an Interactive Video Service (IVS) system. Students from all four WKU campus locations participated and were very excited about this session. The overall theme of the session entitled “Research Madness†was based on the NCAA College Basketball bracket system called March Madness and included content which reflected WKU Libraries’ Statement of Objectives for Research Instruction. The research session placed students in self-named groups where they were subsequently provided instruction on ways to access specific research and library information. Upon delivery of each section of instruction, students were assigned specific tasks to complete. The tasks were organized in three rounds: Elite Eight, Final Four, and the Championship. A grading system was created to determine which team won each round. All teams advanced to each round. The brackets were released at the end of the session to determine the final winner. Each instruction session provided students with the information they needed in order to complete various research processes, while also affording them an opportunity to participate in a fun activity. More information about this instructional strategy can be found here. - Congratulations to Dr. Donielle Lovell, Associate Professor of Sociology, who earned the rank of Associate Professor and was awarded tenure in fall 2015. Dr. Lovell is the first faculty member assigned to a WKU Regional Campus to attain promotion and tenure. Pictured above is Dr. Donielle Lovell and members of her family after being presented with an official academic regalia handmade stole by Regional Chancellor Evelyn A. Ellis on behalf of the students, faculty, and staff of the WKU Elizabethtown-Fort Knox Regional Campus. The stole incorporates key elements of the Native American Seneca Nation of which Dr. Lovell is a proud member. - Thanks to Wade Pinkard, Wellness Coordinator for the WKU Human Resources Office, Weight Watchers at Work was made available on-site to employees at the WKU Elizabethtown–Fort Knox campus. On a weekly basis, interested faculty and staff members participated in informative sessions on food, nutrition, and physical fitness delivered by a professional Weight Watchers leader. With an overarching goal to see “less of each other†at each new meeting, program participants received lessons on healthy eating and wellness, while sharing tips and personal advice for ways to be successful in the program. Three members of the WKU Elizabethtown–Fort Knox team achieved their weight loss goals and were generously rewarded for their efforts by becoming eligible for Weight Watcher's lifelong membership plans. Champion's Corner meet: melia mattingly, middle grades education instructor Job description: I am an instructor for the Middle Grades Education (MGE) program in the [WKU] School of Teacher Education. I teach MGE 385 [Middle Grades Teaching Strategies] and MGE 475 [Teaching Language Arts] by IVS to all four WKU campuses and facilitate MGE 275 [Foundations of Middle Grades Instruction] and MGE 481[Teaching Social Studies] at the Elizabethtown campus. Coordinating field placements is also one of my responsibilities. Achievements: In the spring of 2009, before I was hired as a full-time faculty member, I received the WKU Elizabethtown-Fort Knox Regional Campus Part-Time Faculty Award. This was a great honor because there are so many dedicated adjunct faculty members at the WKU Elizabethtown-Fort Knox campus. What gets me excited about coming to work?: I work with my students for two or three semesters and love knowing that I play a part in helping them to achieve their dreams of becoming middle school teachers. Most memorable moment(s) at WKU: Each May, WKU Elizabethtown-Fort Knox has a commencement ceremony to honor that year’s graduates. I truly enjoy watching my students walk across the stage and receive their diplomas. Advice/words to live by: Always use proper grammar in all professional communication--oral or written. It makes such a difference in the impression you make on others. meet: ronda sullivan, administrative assistant Job description: I work closely with our Regional Chancellor; oversee the daily front office and financial operations; supervise office associates and academic support specialist; process regional campus personnel actions; serve as a liaison for human resources; coordinate regional campus events; attend community and recruiting events; coordinate our spring graduation ceremony; process time sheets for student and part-time workers; facilitator for the campus vehicle; and work with faculty on projects. Achievements: In the 10.5 years that I have been employed at WKU, I have been promoted from office assistant, to office associate, to office coordinator and now administrative assistant. What gets me excited about coming to work?: I am extremely happy with the people that I work with. I know this statement is often overused, but we are like a family and we are there for each other through the good and the bad. And I really enjoy lunch time with my co-workers. Most memorable moment(s) at WKU: One of the most memorable moments was in May 2012 when we held our first graduation ceremony for our Elizabethtown-Fort Knox students. We all got to participate in the joy, excitement, and accomplishments that our graduates experienced. Advice/words to live by: Be positive, be happy and those around you will do the same. meet: katie richardson, student Major: Elementary Education Why did you choose WKU Elizabethtown-Fort Knox?: I chose the WKU Elizabethtown campus because of the convenience.  I'm not a traditional student and the flexibility of the courses along with the small class sizes was a perfect fit for me. What do you plan to do with your education?: I plan to become a certified elementary teacher. Achievements: Since transferring to the WKU Elizabethtown campus from ECTC, I have made the President's List every semester. What gets me excited about coming to school: The fact that I am one step closer to having my bachelor’s degree and being established in my career. Most memorable moment(s) at WKU: Since enrolling into the Teacher Education program, I have made great lifelong friends with my fellow classmates. We spend a lot of time together in the classroom since we have been together for three straight semesters. We are able to give feedback to each other on assignments and also share some laughs. Advice/words to live by: Take advantage of your time in college at WKU.  It will be an experience you won't forget. meet: erin hager, Alumna Job title: Military Admissions Counselor Organization: Columbia Southern University Major: Master’s in Public Administration Job Description: Assist prospective military students with the application process and assist them with enrolling into courses. Achievements: Completing my master's degree. I never thought that I would have the opportunity to complete a master's degree because neither of my parents have a college degree, and it was only expected of me to complete a bachelor's. Exceeding that expectation and doing well in the program surpassed my own expectations of myself. Most memorable moment(s) at WKU: My most memorable moment at WKU was walking across the stage at commencement at the first commencement ceremony held at WKU Elizabethtown-Fort Knox as the first student for my bachelor's degree. It took me so long to even accomplish my bachelor's degree that I never dreamed of receiving such recognition as the first student to graduate from the regional campuses. Why did you choose WKU Elizabethtown-Fort Knox?: I chose WKU Elizabethtown-Fort Knox because not only was I employed here, but they offered the programs that I wanted to pursue. Advice/words to live by: My best advice is to keep trying and stay dedicated to your goals. You will never know what it's like to reach a long-time goal if you give up.
2016 WKU Elizabethtown- Fort Knox Commencement Ceremony Monday, May 16 6:30 p.m. Hardin County Schools Performing Arts Center 384 W.A. Jenkins Road Elizabethtown, Kentucky
dr. Evelyn Ellis WKU Elizabethtown-Fort Knox Regional Chancellor
WKU Elizabethtown: 270.706.8870 WKU Fort Knox: 270.351.1192 wku.edu/etown-ftknox
Did You Know? A bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies is a new degree program now available at the WKU Elizabethtown-Fort Knox campus.
dr. Sally Ray WKU Glasgow Regional Chancellor
WKU Glasgow Graduand Ceremony A pre-commencement ceremony Thursday, May 5 6:30 p.m. Glasgow Plaza Theatre 115 E Main Street Glasgow, Kentucky For more information click here.
2016 brings the promise of many more successes for WKU Glasgow as we build upon the accomplishments of 2015. The campus is engaged in several initiatives designed to further our goals of providing access to higher education and improving the quality of life in the communities we serve. P-12 Outreach Hilltopper Institute at WKU Glasgow is a partnership between WKU Glasgow, WKU’s Division of Extended Learning and Outreach, and area high schools. Hilltopper Institute enables select high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to enroll as full-time dual credit students on the WKU Glasgow Campus while remaining involved in their respective high school’s activities. Academic success is ensured through close collaboration between each student’s high school guidance counselor and Hilltopper Institute staff and five-week and mid-term assessments. At Hilltopper Institute, students gain the experience of learning on a college campus with WKU professors and are provided the opportunity to develop a network among university professionals who can assist with questions or concerns about the student's college experience and educational goals. Additionally, Hilltopper Institute provides access to a greater variety of dual credit offerings. The program presently enrolls students from Barren County, Barren Academy of Virtual and Expanded Learning (BAVEL), Caverna High School, Hart County High School, Metcalfe County High School, Monroe County High School, and Russell County High School. Community Outreach WKU Glasgow faculty are making a difference in the community through innovative instruction and meaningful projects. Dr. Nicole Breazeale, Assistant Professor of Sociology, is focusing her Sociology 480 around Sociology of Agriculture and Food Systems class around a single, community-defined project – a jail garden. The course is being taught at the Barren County Detention Center and the class is composed of WKU students and five low-risk, incarcerated women. Students learn sustainable agriculture techniques and then physically work to install that component of the garden. This project offers tremendous value to all involved and underscores the value of regional campuses to the communities we serve. According to Dr. Breazeale, “We believe that regional campuses of public publiccampus news ANNOUNCEMENTS - WKU Glasgow hosted a grand opening ceremony for the new Military Student Services Center on September 2nd. Read more here. - Only at WKU Glasgow can high school students receive the opportunity to take dual credit courses at WKU Glasgow’s campus for a reduced rate of $160 as compared to $210. This has led to partner high schools sending students to WKU Glasgow to be full-time college students as they complete their senior year of high school. Activities and events - WKU Glasgow hosted an inaugural New Student Orientation on August 20th to welcome new students to WKU Glasgow and help prepare students to be successful at WKU. - WKU Glasgow hosted the second annual “Welcome Back WKU Glasgow†on August 26, which allowed community businesses and organizations to share information and resources with students. - WKU Glasgow kicked off the school year with the second annual “Back to School Bash†sponsored by Service One Credit Union to welcome back students on September 2nd. - WKU’s Office of Admissions hosted an Open House at WKU Glasgow on October 1st for prospective students hoping to attend WKU Bowling Green or Glasgow next fall. - WKU’s Barren County Alumni Chapter will host the annual Chili & Cheese Pep Rally in November. New faculty and staff - Mr. Kevin Adams, Instructor of Public Health - Mrs. Trini Stickle, Instructor of English - Dr. Rostern Tembo, Instructor of Biology - Mrs. Janette Wilson, Instructor of Math awesome achievements - Dr. Krisstal Clayton, Pedagogical Assistant Professor, General Experimental Psychology, was the recipient for the Teaching Award from the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences. - Dr. Dana Sullivan, BSW Program Director and Interim Field Director, was the recipient of the 2015 Faculty Excellent in Research/Creativity Award from the College of Health and Human Services. Champion's Corner meet: Melanie Asriel, Instructor of Psychological Sciences Job description: I am the full-time Psychological Sciences instructor at WKU Glasgow. I teach a wonderful variety of ten courses. Most of them are taught in rotation, but I teach two sections of Lifespan Development every semester. My students include dual-credit students, psychological sciences majors and minors, graduate and professional school bound students, and those returning to college after decades spent in other pursuits. In addition, I serve as the faculty advisor to the WKU Glasgow Psychology Club. This allows me to help extremely committed students explore in depth their personal interests in the psychological sciences and related career paths. Achievements: I was recently selected for participation in the Ogden Faculty Learning Community. Over the next two years, this diverse group will investigate current research in learning and memory. Subsequently, we will work to improve our courses by employing techniques that research shows increase learning. I was nominated for the 2014 Ogden College Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching. What gets me excited about coming to work: Teaching is my raison d'être. I love to learn. I love to be around people who are learning. I have the luxury of having new students every semester and building relationships with psychological sciences majors that grow over years. My courses include the study of basic science as well as applied science that can help students improve their lives and relationships. My students seem to enjoy both learning the scientific concepts and the relevance those concepts have on their lives. Most memorable moment(s) at WKU: I teach Behavioral Neuroscience; we dissect sheep brains as a component of the course. These dissection labs are always memorable! The curiosity and cooperation the students show is exemplary learning. The WKU Glasgow Graduand Ceremonies, held at the end of each semester, are always a highlight. Informal moments like marching in Homecoming parades with students are also wonderful shared memories. Advice/words to live by: On my office door is an Isaac Asimov quote: “Anti-intellectualism has been a constant thread winding its way through our political and cultural life, nurtured by the false notion that democracy means that 'my ignorance is just as good as your knowledge.'†I chose to study experimental psychology because of my basic belief in the virtue and veracity of science. Although it may seem paradoxical, this conviction is what led me to the career choice of instructor at WKU Glasgow. I believe that in order for science to make a real difference in society, ordinary people who work outside of research labs must comprehend it. Teaching the psychological sciences to students at a regional campus is a frontline for science education. meet: kelsey o'leary, student Major: Middle Grades Mathematics Why did you choose WKU Glasgow? I chose WKU Glasgow because it was close to home and from the moment I set foot in the door it was comforting due to the warm atmosphere the faculty, staff and students showed towards both me and one another. What do you plan to do with your education? I plan to make learning math fun and exciting when I teach kids. I want to see them excited and eager to learn something new and hopefully spark their interest in something that they enjoy. Achievements: I am currently a Highlander and I have been on the President's list each semester I have attended Western. What gets me excited about coming to school: I am excited to come to school everyday because I love to learn new things and get challenged to do my best. I have made many friends and have been given many opportunities that I would not have otherwise been given the chance to have. I also enjoy working at the front desk and interacting with students, faculty and staff on campus. Most memorable moment(s) at WKU: My most memorable moment at WKU would have to be going on the Kentucky Experience trip and traveling throughout Kentucky with fellow classmates and instructors. We had many laughs and stories that we gathered on the way. We grew closer as a family. Advice/words to live by: Do not wait until the last minute to complete things because time can slowly creep up on you. However, at the same time appreciate and take in moments you have now and live each part to its fullest. meet: robert brown, student Major: Elementary Education Why did you choose WKU Glasgow? I chose WKU Glasgow because they allowed me to work full-time while still completing my education. Being a husband and a dad to two boys, working was a necessity. WKU Glasgow was also close to home so it allowed me to attend classes and be home quickly when needed. What do you plan to do with your education? Majoring in Elementary Education, I would like to become a teacher. I am currently doing my student teaching and I love it! My ultimate goal is to become an administrator within the school system such as Principal. Achievements: In 2013, I became a Highlander (Student Ambassador). Being accepted for this position has really broadened my participation with school and community events. I am fortunate enough to participate in numerous events each semester including the annual Topper Twenty event and the Graduand ceremony. This position has also opened many doors for me that may not have possible such as meeting superintendents of school districts and important personnel within the school. This position has also allowed me to build a strong relationship with the WKU Glasgow faculty & staff by working closely with them during events. What gets me excited about coming to school: I am definitely a lifelong learner and I strive for new knowledge every day. Each day, I want to learn something new and, if possible, teach somebody else something new. I truly love getting up in the morning and being able to come to school because I know that each day is a step closer to my ultimate goal of becoming a teacher. Most memorable moment(s) at WKU? One of my most memorable moments while at WKU Glasgow was participating in the Glasgow Christmas parade with Big Red. A fellow Highlander and I escorted Big Red through the streets of Glasgow while waving the Red Towel and hearing the chants of "Go Big Red!" echoing off of the buildings on the town square. It seemed like the entire crowd was cheering for WKU as Big Red passed by and we were able to meet a lot of alumni and fans. Advice/words to live by: My best piece of advice comes from a mentor, former coach and friend of mine. I played football in high school and this man was a coach for a rival team. During this time, I had no idea that he even knew my name. Years after I graduated high school, I began selling motorcycles. It was a fun job, but I wanted more. This former coach, now school principal, came in and called me by my first name. We talked about football, school and life experiences. He mentioned that he followed me in school and thought that I would do more. Of course this resonated with me. Before he left that day, he said, "It is okay to do what you have to do, until it comes time to do what you were meant to do." This line has encouraged me to go back to school and finish my education. The person responsible for this quote was Mr. Jeff Richey, Principal at Hiseville Elementary School.
WKU Glasgow: 270.659.6900 wku.edu/glasgow
Did You Know? WKU Glasgow offers 45 different degrees that can be completed face-to-face, online, or through Interactive Video Services. Learn more about degree offerings at WKU Glasgow here.