Swarts creates STRAWS Endowed Professorship of Computer Science at NKU, awarded to a woman
Northern Kentucky University is paving the way for women in technology, thanks to a gift from Dr. Carol Swarts. Swarts’…
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Former Boone County Schools superintendent Randy Poe continuing education journey with the KBE
By Jacob Perkins Kentucky Teacher Randy Poe’s journey with Boone County schools began as a bus driver for the district….
CPE study shows dual credit jumps 75 percent; low-income students receive some of biggest benefits
The number of Kentucky high school students enrolling in dual credit courses has soared more than 75 percent in recent…
State school board sends letter to KHSAA urging actions on safety guidelines for high school sports
Kentucky Board of Education (KBE) Chair Lu Young sent a letter to the Kentucky High School Athletic Association’s (KHSAA) Board…
UofL ranked as best college in Kentucky based on statistics from U.S. Department of Education
By Alicia Kelso University of Louisville Niche.com has ranked the University of Louisville as the best college in Kentucky based…
Comp-U-Dopt, Covington bridge ‘digital divide’ with computers to 1900 families — donations needed
As featured on the “Today” show this week, the Houston non-profit helping Covington attack the “digital divide” is seeking tax-deductible…
UK fall enrollment hits record in face of ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, though budget is stressed
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, the University of Kentucky has announced some historic numbers for the…
NKU’s Informatics+ center awards first project grants to Science Around Cincy, The Know Rivalry Project
Northern Kentucky University’s Informatics+ center has announced the first recipients of its project grant funding – Science Around Cincy, a project sparking…
Gateway’s Fernando Figueroa believes lifting up students will lift up the community at the same time
Special to NKyTribune Dr. Fernando Figueroa is not the typical persona to lead a technical college – yet he does…
NKU’s Michael Baranowski will guide students through intensive ‘Election 2020’ podcast project
By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor Michael Baranowski has been a teacher for 24 years but he can’t remember being more…
NKU launches a new COVID-19 dashboard to keep the community informed of the region’s statistics
Northern Kentucky University has launched a new Covid-19 dashboard to keep the community informed of the region’s statistics. NKU’s COVID-19 Regional…
Louisville teacher Angelina Harper’s NTI setup draws rave reviews from parents; here’s how to do it
By Jim Gaines Kentucky Teacher A Jefferson County public school teacher’s home setup for her children is being shared far…
First in series of murals along Newport flood wall honors students, teachers of Southgate Street School
If you have driven down Route 8/Dave Cowans Drive in Newport, chances are you’ve noticed the new Newport mural along…
McFaddin officially named EKU’s 14th president; board votes unanimously to remove interim tag
Dr. David McFaddin is Eastern Kentucky University’s 14th president after a special meeting of the Board of Regents this week….
NKU’s TRiO student support program gets major federal funding to deal with barriers to success
Northern Kentucky University will continues its TRiO Student Support Services (SSS) program, thanks to renewed federal funds. The TRiO program…
Kentucky Governor’s Scholars celebrate unique, successful 2020 summer program despite COVID-19
The Kentucky Governor’s Scholars Program (GSP) recognized 1,020 outstanding Kentucky high school seniors, representing all 120 counties, for completing the…
NKY Education Council, Chamber hosted virtual Excellence in Education awards — here are winners
The Northern Kentucky Education Council and the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce partnered to present the annual Excellence in Education…
Covington Latin School’s new headmaster is Dr. John Kennedy, who most recently served in Georgia
Covington Latin School has announced the appointment of Dr. John Kennedy as the Headmaster of Covington Latin School. Dr. Kennedy…
As schools reopen, are teachers OK? COVID, stress, new rules, regulations and more add to anxiety
By Jackie Mader The Hechinger Report In Jefferson and Rapides parishes in Louisiana, more than half of early ed teachers…
School reopenings, so far: Catholic schools open Aug. 17; most NKY districts honor Gov.’s request
In a letter to Catholic School leaders Bishop Roger Foys and Mike Clines, superintendent of Catholic Schools, announced that schools…
CPE president applauds mask requirements; NKU reinforces campus health messages with ‘Norse Nine’
President Aaron Thompson, head of the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education, is praising the widespread efforts on campuses to protect…
Statewide survey shows Kentucky students report strong mental health impact of pandemic disruption
Kentucky middle and high school students experienced significant behavioral and emotional changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the interruption…