Madison County Detention Center Bookings: April 9
When Curtis Asher recalls his late wife, Hilda Carol Baker Asher, his words are filled with both tenderness and reverence. “She was the sweetest little soul and spirit,” he shared. “Her joy came from doing ‘a little something for someone else.’ If she thought she had helped someone, she was tickled to death.”
Eastern Kentucky University and EKU alumnus Dr. Andrew Napier, an emergency room physician, former Army combat medic, Purple Heart recipient, Pat Tillman Scholar and CEO of the medical equipment manufacturer, IntuBlade, announced an equipment donation for students in the Emergency Medical Care (EMC) program on April 7.
Berea College students finished first out of 30 national teams from 29 universities to win the 2026 Econ Games last weekend.
In high school, no one believed that Scott Northcutt, ’84, was college material—not his family or his guidance counselor—so he had to believe in himself. He was satisfied with making B’s and C’s until something clicked during his junior year. He realized his future depended on applying himself in school. Plus, he wanted to prove everyone wrong about his potential.
Mollie Harris, ’06 ’13 ’21, was awarded with the Young Alumni Award from Eastern Kentucky University.
The month of April has been home to many historical events over the years. Here's a look at some that helped to shape the world in April 1926.
Berea College will host a free three-event celebration of The Bucolics Project – a musical collaboration between Kentucky poet Maurice Manning and Vermont composer Brendan Taaffe – on campus in late April.
Eastern Kentucky University is now the third-largest public university in Kentucky for student enrollment, according to the latest data from the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education (CPE).
Eastern Kentucky University has been named the No. 1 large public university in the nation in the 2026-27 Military FriendlyⓇ Schools rankings.
Fun Facts about Basketball. With so many tuned in to the exciting action, now is an ideal time for fans of basketball to learn some fun facts about the game.
The month of March has been home to many historical events over the years. Here's a look at some that helped to shape the world in March 1926.
Eastern Kentucky University and Humana announced a $125,000 investment to support nursing students and further advance the excellence of EKU’s School of Nursing.
Since 1976, Eastern Kentucky University’s Occupational Therapy (OT) program has been preparing occupational therapists to enter the workforce equipped with both technical skills and a people-first approach to care.
Dr. Maisha L. Jack, ’95, was honored with the Professional Achievement Award from Eastern Kentucky University.
100 Years Ago This Month: Historical events from March 1926
From teachers in classrooms to nurses in hospitals and clinics, Eastern Kentucky University educates and trains students to fill critical workforce shortages in Kentucky.
Lindsey Cross, ’09, was honored with the Professional Achievement Award from Eastern Kentucky University.
Ron House, ’69 ’70, was honored with the Hall of Distinguished Alumni Award from Eastern Kentucky University in 2025.
In a state where heart disease remains a leading health challenge, an Eastern Kentucky University researcher is turning to natural alternatives for affordable, effective treatment.