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A Passion for Students Leads to National Recognition

photo of Starr Wentzel leaning against column

Everyone needs a person. Someone who mentors, scolds, encourages, influences, challenges, impacts. Starr Wentzel gladly serves as that person for dozens of first-generation college students at Eastern Kentucky University. 

Marling Wins Trow Scholarship

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Joanna Marling, a junior with a double major in psychology and forensic biology and a double minor in criminal justice and veteran studies from Louisville, recently earned the prestigious Jo Anne J. Trow Scholarship from the Alpha Lambda Delta national honor society. 

Outstanding First-Year Student Awards - Spring 2021

Outstanding First-Year Student Awards - Spring 2021

This year's Outstanding First-Year Student Awards were held virtually on April 06, 2021.

View a recording of the ceremony and a special message from EKU President David McFaddin. 

EKU ALD Chapter Wins Delta Gold Award

Alpha Lambda Delta

From Eileen Merberg, Executive Director of the Alpha Lambda Delta National Honor Society for First-Year Success....

First-Year Leader Earns Trow Scholarship from Alpha Lambda Delta

headshot of Erika Viva-Ramos

Erika Viva-Ramos, a junior criminal justice and social justice major from Louisville, dreams of positively impacting her community through public service. Nearing the finish line of her degree, her dedication has begun to pay off; she recently earned the prestigious Jo Anne J. Trow Scholarship from honor society Alpha Lambda Delta. 

QEP Spotlight: Starr Wentzel

Director Starr Wentzel

This installment in the QEP Spotlight series features Starr Wentzel, Director of First-Year Courses and Learning Communities at EKU.

Distinguished Outstanding Instructor Award

Dan Royalty-Distinguished Outstanding Instructor Award

Dan Royalty-Distinguished Outstanding Instructor Award

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