The newsletter for the WKU community
February 6, 2020
2 Gatton Academy students recognized for their achievements in computing
Two students at The Gatton Academy of Mathematics and Science have received national recognition for their achievements in computing. First-year Gatton Academy student Mina Ryumae of Union (above right) and second-year student Sierra Wyllie of Lexington (above left) both received Honorable Mentions in the National Center for Women and Information Technology (NCWIT) Awards for Aspirations in Computing (AiC).

Wyllie has been involved in computer science research at WKU’s School of Engineering and Applied Sciences where she is mentored by Dr. Michael Galloway and Ismail Abumufouz. Ryumae is a student researcher in the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences with mentorship from Dr. Uta Ziegler
CLIMBING HIGHER
WKU has been named one of the best affordable online bachelor’s in criminology programs by Affordable Schools. WKU Criminology was ranked 24 th out of 30 programs identified for this distinction. Learn More
Black History Month Gospel Celebration at Van Meter Hall
The Black History Month Gospel Celebration on Wednesday night at Van Meter Hall featured award-winning gospel artist Le’Andria Johnson, Jason Clayborn & The Atmosphere Changers and Essence in Harmony. More: Black History Month calendar of events
Museum hosts Herstory@WKU
The Kentucky Museum will host Herstory@wku , a free public event designed for girls in grades 1-8 and their families, on Saturday afternoon.
Spotlight: Chase Rampaul
WKU senior Chase Rampaul recently finished an internship with HCA Healthcare in Nashville, Tenn. For the past three months, he had been in a full-time position as an intern for the Business Risk Solutions team in the Information Protection and Security Department.
Clinical Education Complex Winter 2020 newsletter
Check out the Winter 2020 newsletter from the Suzanne Vitale Clinical Education Complex . The CEC is entering 2020 with determination, optimism and gratitude, Director Mary Lloyd Moore says, and is determined to make continued advancement in providing supports and programs for individuals and families with developmental delays and disabilities including autism spectrum disorders.
Study Abroad Fair
Here’s a reminder from Study Abroad & Global Learning to encourage WKU students to attend the spring 2020 Study Abroad Fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday (Feb. 12) at the Mahurin Honors College-International Center first floor. The fair will feature upcoming WKU Faculty-Led courses as well as KIIS, CCSA and other partner programs.
Camp & Recreation Job Fair
The WKU Recreation Administration program is pleased to reboot its annual job fair. The WKU Camp & Recreation Job Fair will be held from noon to 3 p.m. Wednesday (Feb. 12) at Diddle Arena's Stansbury Concourse. This event will provide WKU students with an opportunity to meet with employers offering rewarding positions (part-time, full-time, internships, seasonal).
Basketball Event Parking
Check out event parking details for Hilltopper Basketball's home games tonight and Saturday night.
February
6
Thursday
Hilltopper Basketball Blackout

Hilltopper Basketball will host Louisiana Tech at 8 p.m. for a Blackout at Diddle Arena. More Info
February
7
Friday
Exhibit Opening Reception

An opening reception and gallery talk for Responding to Bosnia by WKU faculty members James Kenney and Yvonne Petkus will begin at 7 p.m. at the Baker Arboretum and Downing Museum, 4801 Morgantown Road. More Info
February
7
Friday
Lone Star Rodeo

The Lone Star Rodeo Company will open its 2020 visit to WKU’s L.D. Brown Agricultural Exposition Center at 8 p.m. The rodeo will continue at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. More Info
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