The newsletter for the WKU community
August 9, 2023
Abound Credit Union supports programs
WKU administrators and staff gathered with representatives of Abound Credit Union on Aug. 2 to recognize the financial institution’s support of four areas on campus.
 
Abound Credit Union made a significant pledge of $105,000 to support:
 
  • 2023-2025 Personal Finance Summer Camps (Center for Financial Success in the Gordon Ford College of Business)
  • Celebration of the Arts 2023 Title Sponsorship (Kentucky Museum)
  • Textbooks for Troops (Military Student Services)
  • M.A.S.T.E.R. Plan (Housing and Residence Life)
 
“Each of the programs support our institutional mission to provide access and opportunity, to equip our students for success, to elevate our community and to provide a transformational WKU Experience for our Hilltoppers,” said WKU President Timothy C. Caboni. “We appreciate Abound Credit Union’s understanding of the diverse needs across our community, as well as the key role corporate partners play in fulfilling those needs by strategically sponsoring events and programs.”
WKU ROTC cadets train at Fort Knox
This summer, members of WKU Army ROTC’s Hilltopper Battalion prepared to lead from the top at the annual Cadet Summer Training (CST) at Fort Knox, Kentucky. 
 
For contracted MSIII cadets aiming to commission as a 2nd lieutenant upon graduation, successfully completing the Advanced Camp at CST is a requirement. It is a rigorous experience designed to challenge cadets and push them to their limits.
 
“It’s meant to mold you into a better leader and develop mental and physical strength while under lots of pressure,” said senior Jacob Sutherland, who is majoring in nursing.
CLIMBING HIGHER
Dr. Thomas Richmond, University Distinguished Professor in the Department of Mathematics, has been selected as a 2023 Meritorious Service Award winner by the Mathematical Association of America. Learn More
WKU Bass Fishing team members Tyler Hudson and Evan McNaughton are among 130 teams competing this week in the 2023 Strike King Bassmaster College National Championship presented by Bass Pro Shops. Learn More
Kentucky Mesonet at WKU hosts ribbon-cutting ceremony
The Kentucky Mesonet at WKU conducted a ribbon-cutting ceremony Aug. 2 for its newest site located north of Lexington at the University of Kentucky’s Spindletop Farm. The network’s 79th station is a joint venture between WKU and UK. The Kentucky Mesonet at WKU is the Commonwealth’s official source for weather and climate data.
Spotlight: Summer in Review
It’s been a summer to remember on the Hill! Take a look back at events, summer camps, and more with the 2023 Summer in Review album.
WKU's Beta Alpha Psi chapter honored at annual conference
WKU's Eta Omicron Chapter of Beta Alpha Psi is named a Gold Chapter at the organization's Annual Meeting in Las Vegas, Nevada.
2 Mahurin Honors Scholars selected for D.C. internships
Two WKU Mahurin Honors Scholars were selected for prestigious academic programs in Washington, D.C., this summer. Sydney Windhorst of Oldham County was selected to participate in the American Enterprise Institute’s 2023 Summer Honors Program. Maria Julian of Louisville was awarded a Summer 2023 Fellowship from the Hertog Foundation.
White Squirrel Weather earns national public service award
White Squirrel Weather at WKU is the recipient of the 2023 National Weather Association Walter J. Bennett Public Service Award. The award will be presented at the NWA annual meeting September 13 in Kansas City, Missouri. White Squirrel Weather started at WKU in 2016 as a student-centered applied service-learning model for students in the Meteorology Program.
WKU Alumni Association adds new members to DEI Council
The WKU Alumni Association recently appointed six individuals to join its Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Council.
WKU Alumni Association celebrates retiring volunteers
The WKU Alumni Association recognized 20 retiring Board members and council members at the July 2023 meeting of the organization’s Board of Directors.
Kentucky Museum announces Fall 2023 events schedule
The Kentucky Museum at WKU has released its Fall 2023 events schedule, featuring a diverse lineup of public programs and events that explore the arts, culture, and history of South Central Kentucky.
Board of Regents to meet
The WKU Board of Regents will hold its annual retreat at 9 a.m. Thursday at the Knicely Conference Center and its third quarterly meeting at 9 a.m. Friday at the Martin Regents Room in Jody Richards Hall.
WKU SPIRIT magazine
Read about WKU's SmartHolstein Lab and more in the latest issue of WKU SPIRIT magazine.
Athletics
August
10
Thursday
Planetarium Show

PlanetQuest: Discovering Worlds Around Other Stars will be presented at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Hardin Planetarium. The next show, Asteroidhunter and the Return of OSIRIS-REx, will open at 2 p.m. Sunday. Learn More
August
14
Monday
M.A.S.T.E.R. Plan

The WKU Class of 2027 will arrive on campus Monday and Tuesday with M.A.S.T.E.R. Plan activities scheduled Tuesday through Saturday (Aug. 15-19). Learn More (More: WKU Dining Hours of Operation -- Through Aug. 13; Aug.14-20)
August
14
Monday
Convocation

President Timothy C. Caboni will address the campus community at the Faculty and Staff Convocation at 10 a.m. Monday at Van Meter Hall.
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