Emmy-nominated actress and screenwriter to headline Kentucky State University Women’s History Month Assembly

A two-time Emmy-nominated actress and screenwriter will headline Kentucky State University’s homage to women’s achievements and impact on history during its 2021 Women’s History Month Assembly on March 18 at 11 a.m. The public can view this event on Zoom using meeting ID 980 1850 3350 and passcode 391226.
  
Kelsey Scott, best known for her role as Anne Northup in the Oscar-winning “12 Years a Slave” and as Wes Gibbins’ mother, Rose, on “How to Get Away With Murder,” is the featured speaker.

Kentucky State University student featured on WAVE 3

A Kentucky State University student discussed changes in Louisville since Breonna Taylor's death.
  
Kentucky State University received generous commitment from rapper Jack Harlow

Kentucky State University and HBCUs around the country benefited from exposure and fundraising the NBA All-Star weekend provided by featuring HBCUs, but Kentucky State got an extra boost. 

Kentucky rapper Jack Harlow made a commitment to donate his winnings from a 2-on-2 celebrity basketball game to Kentucky State University and Simmons University in Louisville. Harlow and Quavo defeated 2Chainz and Lil Baby 21-7 in the matchup.  
    
Kentucky State University president talked about addressing inequity during Leadership Louisville Center’s Thought Leadership Series

Kentucky State University President M. Christopher Brown II was a panelist at the recent Leadership Louisville Center Thought Leadership Series entitled “How Kentucky’s Two Historic Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are Addressing Inequity.”     

Midnight Star’s Reggie Calloway regaled Kentucky State University students, faculty and alumni

Notable Kentucky State University alumnus Reggie Calloway of the musical group Midnight Star shared memories and advice for aspiring students during a virtual Music Seminar Series recently.

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Kentucky State University alumna makes a difference through emergency medicine

A Kentucky State University alumna practicing medicine in New York said she’d choose her alma mater all over again if given the chance. 

Dr. Mollie V. Williams, currently the residency program director at The Brooklyn Hospital Center, said her journey from Brooklyn to Kentucky and back again has been an interesting one.

Kentucky State University alumna featured on WGLT

A Kentucky State University alumna was recently interviewed about her achievements in the Peoria County State's Attorney's Office.

Kentucky State University alumnus as new project manager for the National BUILD Health Challenge for Sherman Park

A Kentucky State University alumnus was recently hired for a new public health leader role in Wisconsin.