Commentary: Kentucky students have a major stake in seeing state funding for education restored
By Elizabeth Ruwe Special to NKyTribune Kentucky students can no longer stand by as our schools are underfunded. We cannot…
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NKU student files suit against university, four officials for actions related to her sexual assault in dorm
By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor Jane Doe, a pseudonym for a female undergraduate at Northern Kentucky University, has filed suit…
Geoffrey Mearns: NKU’s per-student funding from state must increase; our students deserve it
As we embark upon a new year, there is much to celebrate at Northern Kentucky University. Our School of the…
Excerpt of NKU Pres. Mearns’ convocation address: update on challenges on campus, in Frankfort
Two years ago at this event, I presented a new five-year strategic plan for the University – a plan that…
High tech app developed at NKU Center for Applied Informatics helps fight homelessness problem
By Vicki Prichard NKyTribune Reporter Thanks to a talented and caring team at Northern Kentucky University, there is now an…
‘Relentless’ attorney Ron Adams: A story of hardship, tragedy, resilience, faith and a triumph of the spirit
By Vicki Prichard NKyTribune reporter On one hand, the story of Ron Adams is one of daunting hardship and tragedy;…
National study shows NKU students vote at much higher rates than their peers across the country
Northern Kentucky University students vote at significantly higher rates than their peers at other universities, according to a new national…
NKU computer science student wins prestigious scholarship to study in Romania
Northern Kentucky University Computer Science student Drake Woods has won a prestigious international scholarship to study in Romania this spring….
Billups scores 20, but NKU comes up short in loss at North Carolina A&T
Jalen Billups tallied 20 points, but the Northern Kentucky University men’s basketball team fell to North Carolina A&T, 74-63, on…
Local boy makes good: As head of St. E Healthcare Ludlow’s Garren Colvin gets job of dreams
By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor Garren Colvin is the quintessential boy-next-door, complete with boyish good looks, affability and charm. When…
NKU founding father, CU trustee Ralph Tesseneer, “one of the finest people,” dies at 91
Ralph Tesseneer devoted his life to higher education and community involvement. And to know anything about him as an educator,…
St. Elizabeth to assume lease of METS Center from Northern Kentucky University, effective Dec. 1
Effective Dec. 1, St. Elizabeth Healthcare will assume the lease of the METS Center from Northern Kentucky University and will…
Jaime McCauley: If a sex offender is allowed to stay on campus, how should a university protect victim?
On September 10, the Tribune reported on a protest against sexual violence held at Northern Kentucky University. The article included…
The Licking River: Stream restoration like ‘making sausage;’ take a second look
Part seven of a seven part series The Licking River begins with a whimper on its 300-mile plus journey north…
The Licking River: Water quality is ‘holding its own’ despite a tempest of environmental challenges
Part four of a seven part series The Licking River begins with a whimper on its 300-mile plus journey north…
NKU collaborates with Freedom Center to unearth story of historic Parker Academy in New Richmond
Northern Kentucky University faculty and students, in collaboration with the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, will resume work at the…
NKU students carrying mattresses, wearing red ‘X’s’ protest sexual abuse on college campuses
Staff Report Last week on the Northern Kentucky University campus, a female student carried a mattress on her back around…
St. Elizabeth Healthcare, NKU announce $8M investment to support new Health Innovation Center
Northern Kentucky University has received an $8 million gift from St. Elizabeth Healthcare to support its new Health Innovation Center,…
NKU president sends message to university community about ‘jammed gun’ incident on campus
Staff Report Last Thursday, Northern Kentucky University issued a press release regarding an incident involving a student with a firearm…
NKU undergrads recognized for summer research projects in program that honors respected educator
By Mark Hansel NKy managing editor Some of Northern Kentucky University’s best and brightest demonstrated the fruits of their summer…
Schneider Observatory at NKU brings community, students closer to stars — on roof of Founders Hall
A new facility at Northern Kentucky University will bring students and the community closer to the stars than ever before….
NKU President Geoff Mearns: Excerpts from his convocation address as new school year starts
As I begin my fourth year, I am proud of what we have accomplished together, and I am even more…