Kentucky State University outlines financial corrective action plan

The Kentucky State University Board of Regents were briefed on corrective actions implemented to stabilize and improve Kentucky State’s financial condition and guidance regarding the institution’s financial needs, cash position and outlook going forward.
Kentucky State University mourns the death of alumnus and legend William Cofield Sr. 

Kentucky State University legendary and beloved alumnus, William Cofield Sr., 81, whose dedication and life-long work transformed the institution and equal rights in the Commonwealth and the nation, has departed this life. Cofield died Sunday afternoon, University officials confirmed.
Kentucky State University's Fall 2021 Encampment encouraged employees to focus on strategic directions and campus culture

Kentucky State University Acting President Clara Ross Stamps focused on strategic directions regarding campus, constituents and culture when she convened faculty and staff Aug. 9 for Fall 2021 Encampment.
Kentucky State University received nearly $500,000 for the renovation of historic Jackson Hall

The first building constructed as part of Kentucky State University’s campus will receive nearly $500,000 in renovations as part of a recent Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) grant program, funded by the Historic Preservation Fund, and administered by the National Park Service (NPS), Department of Interior.
Kentucky State University to clear unpaid tuition and fees during the COVID-19 impact period

Kentucky State University officials recently informed students that tuition and fee balances owed to the institution from March 13, 2020 to July 30, 2021 will be cleared. 
Kentucky State University’s farm manager is a product of the Hill

Kentucky State University’s Harold R. Benson Research and Demonstration Farm is watched over and managed by one of Kentucky State’s own.

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Kentucky State University alumna serves as Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce director of member relations 

A Kentucky State University alumna found her community at Kentucky State and has gone on to serve as the director of member relations at the Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce.  
Kentucky State University alumnus joins Kentucky Sports Hall of Fame, to be honored Sept. 7

A notable Kentucky State University alumnus was recently selected to join the Kentucky Sports Hall of Fame (KSHOF) and will be honored Sept. 7 in Louisville. 

Elmore Smith, member of the 1970 and 1971 NAIA championship men’s basketball teams, joined the KSHOF class of 2021.

Kentucky State University alumni featured on The Culture Effect Podcast by Historically Black Since
Kentucky State University alumni discussed life on the Hill during a recent episode of The Culture Effect Podcast by Historically Black Since. 

Kentucky State University alumnus featured on The Culture Effect


A Kentucky State University alumnus was recently featured on an episode of The Culture Effect Podcast by Historically Black Since. 

Kevin R. Cooke Jr., chief FOIA and privacy officer at the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development, discussed his life and career on the podcast and noted the influence Kentucky State University had on his journey.