The newsletter for the WKU community
July 3, 2019
3 students named Goldwater Scholars
From left: Megan Dillingham, Alexander Stewart and Sydney Wheeler were recently recognized as Goldwater Scholars.
Three WKU students have been named Goldwater Scholars in the 2019 competition. Megan Dillingham of Bowling Green, Alexander Stewart of Clearfield, and Sydney Wheeler of Scottsville received Barry M. Goldwater Scholarships, the premier award for undergraduates pursuing careers in science, mathematics or engineering. ( More: 2 students awarded Gilman Scholarships )

“It is very exciting to see three of our nominees chosen as Goldwater Scholars this year,” said Dr. Kevin Williams, Chemistry Professor and WKU’s Faculty Representative for the Goldwater Scholarship Program. “We had a very strong pool of applicants overall, and all of them were representative of the high quality of student-centered research we have at WKU. These winners and their mentors are to be commended for all their hard work to achieve such prestigious national recognition.”
CLIMBING HIGHER
WKU’s Department of Agriculture and Food Science hosted 10 students June 16-20 for the ASSET (Agriculture Students Striving for Effective Tomorrows) Conference. Learn More
Students work toward healthier futures for pregnant women, newborns
This summer graduate students Brenna Menke and Samantha Henry have begun their second year of studies in the Kinesiology program by researching newborn babies and toddlers. As graduate assistants for Dr. Rachel Tinius, Menke and Henry have been able to participate in a research study designed to measure the effects of exercise during pregnancy on the health of newborn babies.
WKU faculty member author of 'Mental Skills for Athletes'
Mental Skills for Athletes: A Workbook for Competitive Success by Dr. Betsy Shoenfelt , University Distinguished Professor in WKU’s Department of Psychological Sciences , has been published by Routledge/Taylor & Francis. The book is based on Dr. Shoenfelt’s 35+ years of experience working in business, industry, government, education and sports with individuals, teams and organizations to achieve performance excellence.
WKU transfers CI program to Simpson County Schools
Simpson County Schools have taken over the Confucius Institute that was formerly located at WKU. On Friday, Simpson County Schools signed a contract with the Hanban/Confucius Institute Headquarters to take over the program.
WKU senior receives annual Lee Robertson Scholarship
A rising WKU senior from Pittsboro, Ind., has been named the recipient of the annual Lee Robertson Scholarship. Dana Brown, who is majoring in Sport Management with a minor in Business Administration, earned the $500 award designated for an upper-class student at WKU who exemplifies the WKU Spirit.
Dana Brown is this year's recipient of the scholarship award presented in honor of Lee Robertson.
Follow Bike4Alz
Bike4Alz Team 007 is making its way across the country to raise money and awareness for Alzheimer's research. The WKU students will participate in an event from 5 to 8 tonight at the SOKY Marketplace in downtown Bowling Green and are scheduled to complete their trip July 20 in Virginia Beach, Virginia. ( More: Follow Bike4Alz Team 007 on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram .)
Alumni Spotlight: Jay Lowe
Many alumni fund student scholarships each year, but Jay Lowe has taken his support of future leaders to a new level, as he has built mentoring relationships with students who have received his scholarship awards.
VAMPY 2019: Camp Blog
Through July 13, The Center for Gifted Studies is hosting 157 students for the  Summer Program for Verbally and Mathematically Precocious Youth  (VAMPY). Check out the camp blog for updates.
62nd Annual WKU Faculty & Staff Golf Tournament July 12
Campus Recreation & Wellness (formerly Intramural-Recreational Sports) will host the 62nd Annual WKU Faculty & Staff Golf Tournament on July 12 at Cross Winds Golf Course. The tournament is open to all faculty, staff, retirees and their immediate family members. Proceeds from the tournament benefit the department’s student development fund. Registration deadline is July 9.
Hardin Planetarium to host Moon Landing Celebration
A free outdoor festival celebrating the  50th anniversary of the first Moon landing  will be hosted at WKU’s  Hardin Planetarium  from 1 to 10 p.m. July 20. The event features dozens of interactive exhibits, challenges and activities for all ages. ( More: First Steps on the Moon opens July 7)
Image of a footprint on the moon with the text Moon Landing Celebration
Summer Dining Hours
Here's a reminder from the WKU Restaurant Group about what on-campus restaurants are open to serve you this summer:




View from the Hill
WKU is receiving global recognition for its fundraising success by CASE (the Council for Advancement and Support of Education). It’s a proud moment for Hilltopper nation as WKU's Amy Bingham explains in the View from the Hill .
July
3
Wednesday
WKU Staff Senate Meeting

The July meeting of the WKU Staff Senate (formerly Staff Council) will begin at 9 a.m. at Downing Student Union, room 2081. More Info
July
4
Thursday
University Closed for Independence Day

In observation of Independence Day, WKU will be closed. The university will reopen for regular business hours at 7:30 a.m. July 5.
July
8
Monday
Heartland Apicultural Society Conference

The 2019 Heartland Apicultural Society Conference begins at 8:30 a.m. at Downing Student Union. The beekeeping conference continues through July 10. More Info
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