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Displaying Articles for News: Mahurin Honors College News, Category: Scholar Life

Sep 29th, 2025
Alejandro Ramirez, WKU double major, pursues neuroscience research on drug use while aiming for a PhD, global collaborations, and future teaching.
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Sep 22nd, 2025
WKU junior Allie Wetzel explored exercise science in Hawai‘i through a 2-week study away in summer 2025, gaining hands-on experience and new career insights.
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Sep 15th, 2025
Carroll Ann Shackleford’s Austria study abroad fused dance, psychology, and culture, shaping her research goals and personal growth.
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Sep 8th, 2025
WKU’s Caroline Glass studied abroad in France & Belgium in summer 2025, blending hospitality lessons with cultural insights after years of persistence.
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Sep 2nd, 2025
WKU’s Pleh Meh balanced fast-track accounting studies with clubs, an internship, and study abroad in Korea—learning to slow down and embrace new opportunities.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Jun 2nd, 2025
Grayce Basham uses music, leadership, and honors learning to build community and connection. From choir to coffee shops, she helps others feel heard, seen, and at home.
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May 27th, 2025
WKU’s Peyton Dover studies forensic psych and criminology, researches wrongful convictions, and earned a Gilman to study crime in Italy—paving the way for a career in criminal justice reform.
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May 19th, 2025
WKU Honors student Chayce Merchant is turning loss into legacy. He’s raised $5.5K+ for the Glioblastoma Foundation ahead of his June 7 pickleball tourney honoring his dad.
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May 12th, 2025
WKU Honors student Robbie Dye blends art, philosophy, and community through painting, drum circles, and campus engagement—making the familiar feel fresh.
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May 5th, 2025
Riley Hurm, a WKU senior in Communication Sciences & Disorders, found her calling in speech-language pathology, blending science, service, and global insight—from Kentucky to London and beyond.
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Apr 28th, 2025
Charlotte Bariteau found her passion for dance at WKU, blending performance, research, and community, and now plans to pursue an MFA and a career in dance education.
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Apr 21st, 2025
WKU first-year Demani Bell is lighting up campus with his passion for theater, service, and community—balancing arts, advocacy, and leadership with heart and purpose.
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