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Mahurin Honors College at WKU names Dr. Lindy Grief Davidson as new director
Mahurin Honors College at WKU names Dr. Lindy Grief Davidson as new director

Aug 18th, 2025

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Kassie Moore: Finding Confidence Abroad in the Czech Republic
Kassie Moore: Finding Confidence Abroad in the Czech Republic

Aug 4th, 2025

Kassie, once hesitant to travel, found confidence and growth studying abroad in the Czech Republic. Her message: “If I can do it, you can too.”

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Katy Hetzer – Bridging Medicine and Language Through Global Experience
Katy Hetzer – Bridging Medicine and Language Through Global Experience

Jul 28th, 2025

Pre-med student Katy Hetzer blends biology and Spanish at WKU, studying abroad in Costa Rica, working in healthcare, and pursuing service, research, and medical school preparation.

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Debs Ishimwe: Pursuing Language, Law, and Global Dreams in Taiwan
Debs Ishimwe: Pursuing Language, Law, and Global Dreams in Taiwan

Jul 21st, 2025

Debs Ishimwe, a WKU Honors student studying criminology and Chinese, is in Taiwan on scholarships, pursuing law and showing others what's possible when you don’t give up on your goals.

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“Kind of Mind-Boggling”: For Sarah, One Summer Abroad is Changing Everything
“Kind of Mind-Boggling”: For Sarah, One Summer Abroad is Changing Everything

Jul 14th, 2025

WKU Flagship student Sarah is studying Mandarin in Taiwan—her first time abroad—thanks to competitive scholarships, Honors support, and a deep curiosity for language and culture.

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From Franklin to the Hill: Adrianna Lein Steps Into Her Own
From Franklin to the Hill: Adrianna Lein Steps Into Her Own

Jul 7th, 2025

Adrianna Lein, a WKU first-year from TN, is forging her own path through sports journalism, Honors, and business economics while embracing growth and individuality.

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Hailey Stapleton: Finding Voice, Community, and a Vocation Through Art and International Affairs
Hailey Stapleton: Finding Voice, Community, and a Vocation Through Art and International Affairs

Jun 30th, 2025

Hailey Stapleton (WKU ’25) blended art and international affairs to find her calling in art repatriation, inspired by study abroad and her passion for justice.

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Veronica Butler: Triple Major, Campus Leader, Global Scholar
Veronica Butler: Triple Major, Campus Leader, Global Scholar

Jun 23rd, 2025

WKU Honors student Veronica Butler is headed to Taiwan with both Gilman and Freeman-ASIA awards, thanks to her drive, community support, and a fearless “say yes to everything” mindset.

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Andrew Blosser: Marching to His Own Beat
Andrew Blosser: Marching to His Own Beat

Jun 16th, 2025

Andrew Blosser blends math and music at WKU, leading the London New Year’s Day Parade with Big Red Marching Band while pursuing dual degrees in economics and music.

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Just Do It: How Zoe Avery Found Her Purpose through Yoga, Research, and Study Abroad
Just Do It: How Zoe Avery Found Her Purpose through Yoga, Research, and Study Abroad

Jun 9th, 2025

Zoe Avery, May ’25 grad, used yoga and research to explore maternal health. Now she’s heading to grad school and studying abroad in Tanzania to expand her impact.

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Jillian Tabler Prepares to Study Art—and Life—in Florence

Mar 2nd, 2026

Visual arts major Jillian Tabler turned a “maybe one day” study abroad dream into reality. This spring, she’ll study studio art and art history in Florence, blending passion with purpose.

Accelerated Path, Big Ambitions: How Brayden Gross is Shaping His Future

Feb 23rd, 2026

Biochemistry senior Brayden Gross develops copper nanoparticles to fight surgical infections—an accelerated path from Gatton Academy to med school driven by resilience and research grit.

Curiosity in Motion: How Lincoln Potts Found His Path in Physics

Feb 16th, 2026

From “research isn’t for me” to designing gamma-ray detectors and studying in Japan—Lincoln Potts turned one small yes into a global physics journey at WKU.

Beyond the Numbers: Lily Meade Blends Psychology, Statistics, and Global Perspective

Feb 9th, 2026

Lily Meade blends psychology and statistics through undergraduate research, deep campus involvement, and a transformative study abroad experience in Austria—shaping her goal to pursue a Ph.D. in quantitative psychology with a global focus.

Designing with Heart: Ellie Ralston on Architecture, Passion, and People

Feb 2nd, 2026

From a split-second decision to senior capstone, WKU architecture student Ellie Ralston blends passion, people-centered design, and sustainability into a future in healthcare architecture.

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The Marathon Man: Colby Alexander's Quest for Success On and Off the Track

Apr 19th, 2024

Colby Alexander, a journalism major and ultramarathon runner, embodies relentless progress, balancing academia and athletics at MHC with passion.

Kentucky Roots, British Adventures: A Tale of Embracing Change Across Oceans

Mar 25th, 2024

Brittany Moster Bergonzi, PhD, shares her transformative journey from Kentucky to the United Kingdom, sparked by a fateful encounter with a brochure from Harlaxton College. Her story reflects the power of curiosity, resilience, and seizing opportunities.

Inspired by Home: Cecilia Alali's Gilman Story and Journey to Kenya

Mar 13th, 2024

WKU's Cecilia Alali, PR major, wins Gilman Scholarship, aiding students overcoming financial barriers for studying abroad. A forensics standout, Cecilia shifted academic paths at WKU, where OSD pivotal in her Gilman application to study abroad in Kenya.

Mahurin Honors College Hosts Kentucky Honors Roundtable

Feb 23rd, 2024

The MHC hosts the spring 2024 session of the Kentucky Honors Roundtable - a rotational conference for honors students of the Commonwealth to showcase their scholarly endeavors.

Deliberative Dialogues: Campus Conversations Hosted by Mahurin Honors College Scholars

Feb 24th, 2023

MHC Scholars in Honors 251 Citizen and Self will host a series of deliberative dialogues March 29th-April 7th. The public is welcome to attend these guided discussions of pressing social issues, deliberate the options, and help decide which is the best.

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