Opinion – HB4 threatens Kentucky’s future: Higher education, economy, and innovation at risk
By Melanie Jones Gast, Kristin Sajadi and James Orlick Special to NKyTribune As February ends, the sun shines a little…
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Northern Kentucky University partnering on $8.25 million grant to address research funding inequities
The National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded more than $8.25M to Kentucky Commercialization Ventures (KCV), an initiative of the Kentucky…
CPE statewide action plan aims to make it easier for Kentucky adults to attend college, fill skills gaps
The Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education released a statewide action plan to remove barriers preventing adults from returning to college…
Aaron Thompson: Community conversations help connect higher education and industry
Editor’s note: Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education President Aaron Thompson is conducting a series of meetings across the Commonwealth with…
Aaron Thompson: The time is now for Kentucky to make higher education a priority for all students
In his famous 1961 “moon shot” speech, President John F. Kennedy told Congress, “Now it is time to take longer…
Berea College use of GEAR UP program provides valuable lessons in equity for higher education
By Nick Fouriezos Open Campus In the archives of Berea College, there are still photos of educators taking books to…
New partnership, $550,000 grant to help connect higher education to workforce needs in Kentucky
Complete College America (CCA) announced a $550,000 grant from Lumina Foundation to help equip Kentucky students to successfully transition from…
Education experts say affordability is a shared goal since higher education matters — for every Kyian
By Lucas Mentzer, Eric Farris and Aaron Thompson Special to NKyTribune It’s been truly inspiring to see young students from…
State awarded $19.3 million in federal funds for educational support services due to COVID
Gov. Andy Beshear announced that $19.3 million in federal funds has been awarded to Kentucky from the second round of…
Ben Brandstetter: Higher education shows commitment to power through COVID-19 pandemic
It would be an understatement to say that the last few months have been difficult. For me personally, it has…
CPE receives $200,000 Lumina Foundation grant to help Kentucky graduates improve employability skills
The Council on Postsecondary Education (CPE) has been awarded a $200,000 Lumina Foundation grant to help prepare graduates with essential…
Energy from students to fuel success of Ignite Institute; envisioned as region’s workforce pipeline
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor Friday’s ribbon cutting at the Ignite Institute at Roebling Innovation Center in Erlanger marked…
Gerald St. Amand: Positive news in Senate budget for NKU, but big financial challenges remain on pensions
As we enter the final weeks of the Kentucky legislative session, the stakes have never been higher for Northern Kentucky…
College is expensive – Kentucky 529 College Savings Plan offers matching contribution for new accounts
As another school year draws to a close, 529 Day (May 29) is the perfect time for Kentucky families to…
Kentucky Supreme Court rules Bevin exceeded his authority by ordering current-year education cuts
The Kentucky Supreme Court reversed a lower court ruling Thursday and said Gov. Matt Bevin exceeded his authority by cutting…
Commentary: College students face new barriers, challenges related to rising costs of higher education
By Ashley Spalding Special to NKyTribune Kentucky college students face barriers and challenges as they begin a new academic year,…