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May 6, 2019
6 WKU students recognized in Fulbright competition for 2019-20 academic year
Top row from left: Nicole Childress, Keightley Dudgeon, Amelia Kolb. Bottom row from left: Deven Richardson, Corinne Warlick, Max McGehee.
Five WKU students -- Nicole Childress, Keightley Dudgeon, Amelia Kolb, Deven Richardson and Corinne Warlick -- have been offered Fulbright U.S. Student Grants for the 2019-20 academic year from the U.S. Department of State and the J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board, and Max McGehee has been designated as an alternate. They are among over 2,100 graduating seniors and recent graduates selected this year on the basis of academic and professional achievement as well as record of service and leadership potential in their respective fields.

The Fulbright U.S. Student Program is administered at WKU through Melinda Grimsley, the coordinator of international scholarships in the Office of Scholar Development. Students and recent alumni interested in discussing the program are encouraged to schedule an appointment by emailing osd@wku.edu . The campus deadline for the 2020-21 grant year is September 3.
CLIMBING HIGHER
WKU's Office of Research & Creative Activity has announced the recipients of FY20 Research & Creative Activities Program (RCAP) awards. View list of award recipients and project titles

Ogden Foundation Scholar thankful for WKU experience
During her undergraduate career in WKU’s Gordon Ford College of Business, Kyla Scanlon has triple majored in Financial Management, Economics and Business Data Analytics. She also has launched her own finance blog, managed a $500,000 portfolio as part of the TVA Investment Challenge, has conducted award-winning research, has served as a leader for Women in Business and other groups and is a member of WKU’s Mahurin Honors College. On Friday night at WKU’s 185 th Commencement, she will be recognized as the Ogden Foundation Scholar.
Commencement volunteers needed for Topper Walk & Big Red Bash
Volunteers are needed Friday to assist students during the assembly for Topper Walk at the Kentucky Museum and to guide students to the Big Red Bash following the Commencement ceremony. To volunteer, contact rheanna.plemons@wku.edu or contact your dean’s office. Faculty and students will gather at the Kentucky Museum at 5:15 p.m. Topper Walk will begin at 6 p.m. Commencement will begin once all students are seated at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium. Big Red Bash will follow on the WKU South Lawn.
Spotlight: Cindy Alondra Gomez
“My greatest accomplishments have been being a part of HOLAS, being able to represent them as Homecoming Candidate in Fall 2018, and being able to stay involved on campus while working and managing school all together,” said Cindy Alondra Gomez, graduating senior from Glasgow. ext Link
2018-2019 International Year of Cuba in Review
As the 2018-2019 International Year of Cuba concludes, the Office of International Programs reflects on a remarkable year of over 30 events and 45 courses that enabled WKU and the surrounding community to explore Cuba’s history and culture. Through lectures, visiting scholars, art exhibitions, concerts and more, this interdisciplinary study of Cuba enabled students, faculty, staff and community members to consider Cuba’s relevance to their field of study and discover meaningful connections between Cuba and the U.S. More: List of IYO Cuba academic courses
Spotlight: Manees Alshehry
“The town here has people from different countries and students from different states. The people here are very open minded and [respectful] and friendly with everyone. The campus is just beautiful… every time I meet people in the international building, they meet us with a smile… it’s my favorite place!" -- Manees Alshehry, a graduating senior from Saudi Arabia
Nominations open for 2019 Staff Excellence Awards
Nominations are being accepted through May 24 for the 2019 Staff Excellence Awards. Each year, WKU recognizes staff members who demonstrate outstanding and meritorious service. Individual award winners will receive a cash prize and will be formally recognized at the President’s Opening Convocation.
Final Exam Schedule
Finals Week begins today and ends Friday. The final exam schedule is available online. Finals Week Complimentary Breakfast for WKU students, faculty and staff is under way until 9:30 a.m. today at Fresh Food Company. More: Extended hours at Helm-Cravens Library ; parking and transit advisory
May
6
Monday
PCAL Pop Social

Potter College of Arts & Letters will host a PCAL Pop Social for its students, faculty and staff from 3 to 4 p.m. at Colonnade Lawn. More Info
May
8
Wednesday
ISEC Graduation Celebration

The Cynthia and George Nichols III Intercultural Student Engagement Center will host its Graduation Celebration at 2 p.m. at Downing Student Union Auditorium. More Info
May
8
Wednesday
Lavender Recognition Ceremony

WKU's fifth annual Lavender Recognition Ceremony will begin at 7 p.m. at the Augenstein Alumni Center. More Info
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