Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) is collaborating with Mt. Folly Enterprises in its Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities project—a $5-million grant from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to move the region toward climate-friendly agriculture.

Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) recognized Dr. Aaron Thompson for his distinguished service to humanity with an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters (L.H.D.) degree at EKU’s fall commencement ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023.

Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) commemorated the newly relocated Veterans Memorial during a formal ribbon-cutting ceremony held on Nov. 4.

The Eastern Kentucky University School of Nursing announced a 100% pass rate in the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) by the latest Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (AASN) cohort.

Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) was named one of America’s Best Colleges for 2024 by the Wall Street Journal, placing the university among 400 of the nation's top institutions. EKU also earned a place on the Wall Street Journal’s social-mobility ranking.

Due to construction in Alumni Coliseum beginning in March 2024 and factors such as weather and seating capacity with other venue options on campus, Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) will hold its Spring 2024 Commencement Ceremony at Alltech Arena at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington.