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91�㽶��Ƶ announces recipients of 2025 Alumni Awards

91�㽶��Ƶ will recognize five distinguished alumni and faculty at the annual Alumni Awards on Friday, Feb. 7, 2025. Gaby Batshoun, Joe Meyer, Julie Kirkpatrick, Jenny Collopy and Steve Newman will be honored for their outstanding achievements and distinguished service to the community at the Alumni Awards Dinner and Celebration.

91�㽶��Ƶ honors former coach and longtime athletics director Jane Meier

91�㽶��Ƶ honored former coach and longtime athletics director Jane Meier on Saturday, January 11th with the installment of a banners inside Truist Arena and Regents Hall, memorializing her contributions to Norse Athletics over her 31-year career.

Haile ranked among best online programs by U.S. News & World Report

91�㽶��Ƶ’s Master of Accountancy (MAcc) program in the Haile College of Business has been ranked 66th among the 2025 Best Online Masters in Business Programs by U.S. News & World Report.

SOTA continues spring production season with Shakespeare’s iconic “Henry V”

91�㽶��Ƶ’s School of the Arts (SOTA) is excited to present audiences with a thought-provoking production of William Shakespeare’s historic play, Henry V, at the newly-renovated Corbett Theatre.

91�㽶��Ƶ collaborates with Freedom Center to debut faculty-made docufilm

The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center will host a screening of a film created by three 91�㽶��Ƶ faculty.

Dr. Brandon Thompson named 91�㽶��Ƶ’s new VP of Student Affairs

91�㽶��Ƶ is excited to share that Brandon Thompson, Ed.D., will be the university’s new Vice President of Student Affairs. With a career in higher education spanning 15 years, Dr. Thompson brings a wealth of knowledge that will enhance the college experience for students across campus, whether in-person or online.

91�㽶��Ƶ’s I91�㽶��ƵBATOR program recognized with national award

91�㽶��Ƶ’s I91�㽶��ƵBATOR program has been recognized by the United States Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship with the National Model University Accelerator Award.

91�㽶��Ƶ and SCPA students to perform with Grammy award-winning artists

91�㽶��Ƶ’s Vocal Jazz Ensemble is collaborating with the internationally acclaimed New York Voices and Cincinnati’s School for Creative & Performing Arts (SCPA) ensembles, Meridian 8 and Baby Grands, for a high-caliber vocal jazz performance.

91�㽶��Ƶ hosts Global Supply Chain Bootcamp for high school students

91�㽶��Ƶ’s Supply Chain Management Program, through the Haile College of Business, will host dozens of high school students from across the Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati region for a Global Supply Chain Bootcamp.

91�㽶��Ƶ opens registration for variety of 2025 summer camps

91�㽶��Ƶ is offering a wide selection of camps for students in grades two through 12 this summer. The 2025 summer camps feature various themes catering to a variety of interests, offering opportunities for young students to explore career options and develop crucial skills for success.

91�㽶��Ƶ celebrates 57th founding anniversary with annual 1,968 minutes of giving

91�㽶��Ƶ is celebrating its 57th anniversary with a Founders’ Day celebration and 1,968 minutes of giving, in recognition of the university’s founding year.

91�㽶��Ƶ names Dr. Bethany Bowling Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences

91�㽶��Ƶ is proud to announce Dr. Bethany Vice Bowling as the new permanent dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. Dr. Bowling has served as interim dean of the college since January 2024.

Chase Law to host symposium marking 10th anniversary of Obergefell v. Hodges

In recognition of the 10th anniversary of the landmark Supreme Court decision that established same-sex marriage as a constitutional right, 91�㽶��Ƶ’s Chase College of Law will host a symposium on the history and lasting impact of Obergefell v. Hodges.

91�㽶��Ƶ partners with NKCAC, offering new career tracks for adult learners

91�㽶��Ƶ has partnered with the Northern Kentucky Community Action Commission (NKCAC) to provide adult learners with easy access to career advancement opportunities through the Senior Workforce Program.

91�㽶��Ƶ partners with Duke Energy to launch innovation lab

91�㽶��Ƶ announces the launch of a new, on-campus innovation lab in partnership with Duke Energy.

Chase Law School climbs in national law school rankings from U.S. News & World Report

91�㽶��Ƶ’s Chase College of Law has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the nation’s best law schools.

Back by popular demand: “Born Before AI” lecture series at 91�㽶��Ƶ

91�㽶��Ƶ’s College of Informatics is continuing to lead the way in the integration of artificial intelligence in education with the second season of its innovative lecture series, “Born Before AI”.

91�㽶��Ƶ taps Brianna Marshall as Dean of Steely Library

91�㽶��Ƶ is proud to announce Brianna Marshall as the new permanent dean of the W. Frank Steely Library.

Debra “Debbie” Wulfeck named newest member of 91�㽶��Ƶ Board of Regents

91�㽶��Ƶ is welcoming Debra “Debbie” Wulfeck, of Kenton County, to the 91�㽶��Ƶ Board of Regents. Appointed by Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, Debbie’s appointment will run through June 30, 2027.

Wild, Weird and Wonderful: 91�㽶��Ƶ students unearth hidden gems of local history

Students in 91�㽶��Ƶ’s Master of Public History program have partnered with the Campbell County Public Library to showcase stories that make the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky communities one-of-a-kind.

Governor Beshear to give commencement address at Chase spring ceremony

91�㽶��Ƶ’s Chase College of Law is proud to announce Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear will serve as commencement speaker for the spring commencement ceremony.

College of Education sponsors aspiring educators, addressing regional teacher shortage

91�㽶��Ƶ’s College of Education is supporting future educators by sponsoring a group of young scholars as they travel to the Educators Rising National Conference in Orlando, Florida this summer.

91�㽶��Ƶ honored more than 2,000 graduates in spring 2025 commencement ceremony

91�㽶��Ƶ will honor more than 2,000 graduates over two ceremonies at the university’s 53rd Commencement on Saturday, May 10.

91�㽶��Ƶ graduate programs recognized by U.S. News, public affairs ranked 3rd in Kentucky

According to U.S. News’ 2025 report, 91�㽶��Ƶ’s Master of Public Administration program ranked third in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

42nd Lou Manchise Labor Management Conference focuses on effective partnership

The Alternative Dispute Resolution Center's annual Lou Manchise Labor Management Conference is back at 91�㽶��Ƶ for its 42nd year.

91�㽶��Ƶ leads national effort to advance AI education with NSF grant

91�㽶��Ƶ is playing a pivotal role in a national initiative aimed at expanding artificial intelligence education thanks to a $300,000 grant from the National Science Foundation.

91�㽶��Ƶ welcomes alumna Amy Gellen as chief human resources officer

91�㽶��Ƶ is excited to announce Norse alumna Amy Gellen (’05) as the next chief human resources officer. Gellen has more than 20 years of human resources and talent acquisition experience, and will officially assume her role at 91�㽶��Ƶ on June 25, 2025.

91�㽶��Ƶ Board of Regents passes balanced budget for 2025-2026 fiscal year

During Wednesday morning’s 91�㽶��Ƶ Board of Regents meeting, the board passed a balanced budget for the upcoming fiscal year.

91�㽶��Ƶ celebrates first graduates of international cybersecurity partnership with SANGU

91�㽶��Ƶ and St. Andrews Georgian University (SANGU) honored the first cohort of students to graduate from an international partnership program. On Thursday, June 26, 45 students graduated with master’s degrees in cybersecurity from 91�㽶��Ƶ during a ceremony in Tbilisi, Georgia.

Annual Mid-Summer Symposium focuses on the future of the NKY economy

91�㽶��Ƶ’s Center for Economic Analysis and Development (CEAD) is hosting the third annual Mid-Summer Symposium on Thursday, July 17, where regional experts and leaders will present the latest data on the state of Northern Kentucky’s economy.

91�㽶��Ƶ receives grant to address critical teacher shortage, strengthen educator pipeline

91�㽶��Ƶ is continuing to lead the way in reducing the regional and nationwide teacher shortage with the launch of the Haile Foundation Future Educator Fellows Program. 91�㽶��Ƶ will have a direct impact on quality K-12 education in the region by building a sustainable pipeline of dedicated and community-oriented educators.

91�㽶��Ƶ unveils newly renovated Welcome Center with a multi-million-dollar upgrade

91�㽶��Ƶ will debut its newly renovated Welcome Center with a ribbon cutting on Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025. The project spanned ten months and included renovations to the University Center and upgrades to the Otto M. Budig Theater, lighting, digital systems and more. The ribbon-cutting ceremony will include a demonstration of the new and improved visitor experience.

Governor Beshear appoints Victoria Grooms, Greg Mecher to 91�㽶��Ƶ Board of Regents

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear announced the appointment of Victoria Grooms and Greg Mecher to the 91�㽶��Ƶ Board of Regents. Grooms’ appointment will expire in June of 2026, and Mecher’s in September of 2031.

91�㽶��Ƶ Haile College of Business announces recipients of 2025 alumni awards

91�㽶��Ƶ’s Haile College of Business will recognize three outstanding alumni at its annual Alumni Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2025. Todd W. Best (’90), Brigitte Blom (’05) and Garrett Frey (’16) will be honored for their outstanding achievements and significant contributions to their professions, the university and the community.

New 91�㽶��Ƶ partnership creates leadership pipeline for regional civic engagement

91�㽶��Ƶ is debuting an innovative program to enhance community leadership development in partnership with OneNKY Alliance and the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce.

91�㽶��Ƶ Named Future Home of Kentucky Governor's School for the Arts

91�㽶��Ƶ will host the Kentucky Governor's School for the Arts for three years, beginning in 2026. This partnership aims to nurture young artistic talent and strengthen Kentucky's cultural and educational landscape.

91�㽶��Ƶ’s CIE awarded $900k+ NSF grant for start-up internship program

91�㽶��Ƶ’s Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (CIE) has been awarded nearly $1 million by the National Science Foundation (NSF) to support paid, hands-on opportunities for students while providing top-tier talent for regional startups.

91�㽶��Ƶ ranked as a top university in Kentucky for best value

For the third consecutive year, 91�㽶��Ƶ has been recognized as one of the top universities in the nation for best value by The Wall Street Journal (WSJ). According to WSJ’s latest 2026 report, 91�㽶��Ƶ ranks 62nd out of nearly 600 universities around the country in the best value.

91�㽶��Ƶ celebrates topping out of Dorothy Westerman Herrmann Science Center Expansion

91�㽶��Ƶ celebrated a major milestone in the expansion of the Dorothy Westerman Herrmann Science Center with a topping out ceremony this morning. University leaders, students, faculty, staff and representatives from Skanska USA Building and Omni Architects gathered to mark the placement of the final steel beam on the 85,400 square-foot addition to the existing science center.

91�㽶��Ƶ partners with LifeSciKY, furthering regional talent retention, growth in life sciences

91�㽶��Ƶ is partnering with LifeSciKY, a nonprofit life sciences incubator based in Covington, to enhance students’ hands-on industry experience, support talent retention in the Northern Kentucky region and further the university’s footprint in strengthening community resources.

91�㽶��Ƶ hosts 350+ for Teen LEADership Summit to empower future leaders

More than 350 high school students from across the tri-state region gathered at 91�㽶��Ƶ (91�㽶��Ƶ) on Thursday, Nov. 6, for the LEAD Unlocked – Teen LEADership Summit, a one-day event designed to inspire the next generation of leaders.

91�㽶��Ƶ and Gateway revitalize River City Promise Program for region’s high schools

91�㽶��Ƶ and Gateway Community & Technical College are reinstituting the River City Promise program, offering free tuition and benefits for Pell-eligible high school students from participating districts in Northern Kentucky.

91�㽶��Ƶ’s Chase College of Law unveils new courtroom and student center

91�㽶��Ƶ’s Chase College of Law celebrated the openings of its newly constructed, state-of-the-art courtroom and student center with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The new spaces are part of the university’s remodeling of Nunn Hall, current home to the Chase College of Law.

91�㽶��Ƶ adds new MBA options in artificial intelligence and supply chain analytics

91�㽶��Ƶ is partnering with Risepoint, an education technology company, to expand its online Master of Business Administration program with two new concentrations in artificial intelligence and supply chain analytics. These additional degree paths will prepare professionals to lead in industries that are rapidly changing with technology and data.

91�㽶��Ƶ ranked in Newsweek’s top 50 list of America’s Top Online Colleges 2026

91�㽶��Ƶ has been ranked 47th on Newsweek’s list of America’s Top Online Colleges for 2026 out of 250 universities and colleges nationwide. This is the first time 91�㽶��Ƶ has been recognized by Newsweek for its high value online programing, and it is the only university in Kentucky ranked in the top 50.