The newsletter for the WKU community
May 18, 2021
David N. Brown named Dean of Ogden College of Science and Engineering
David N. Brown will be the next Dean of the Ogden College of Science and Engineering at WKU starting July 1.

Dr. Brown is the Associate Dean for Graduate Education in the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Louisville.

“David brings a wealth of experience in teaching, leadership and research that will serve WKU well,” President Timothy C. Caboni said. “His experience will allow us to continue to elevate the stature of the Ogden College and grow our portfolio of federally-sponsored research. This research is a crucial component to a WKU education as our students gain valuable, hands-on experience at the undergraduate level.”

Provost Cheryl Stevens said Dr. Brown “brings a wealth of leadership experience in higher education along with a student-centered approach that will serve us well in his new role.”

Dr. Brown said he has “been aware for quite some time of the wonderful people and excellent facilities in Ogden College and more generally at WKU. As a parent, I accompanied my children to academic competitions on the Bowling Green campus and was impressed with the physical spaces, the dedication of many faculty, staff and students who volunteered at these events, and the obvious pride the campus citizens showed in their work and in their surroundings.”
Dedication event held for Charles Hardcastle Kentucky Building
Announced earlier this year, the Charles Hardcastle Kentucky Building was dedicated on May 13.
 
The building was renamed in honor of a $1.5 million gift from Charles Hardcastle and his wife, Carolyn Hardcastle. Charles Hardcastle, a former Mayor of Bowling Green and current President of Consolidated Paper Group, cares deeply about the community of which he has been a prominent member for many years.
 
The gift from the Hardcastles established the Charles Hardcastle Endowed Fund for Excellence to provide annual support for the Kentucky Building facility and related University programming.
 
Friends and family of the Hardcastles gathered for a small luncheon and to see the unveiling of the new name on the building.
Check WKU's Healthy on the Hill website for the latest COVID-19 information. New today: Campus update from President Caboni
CLIMBING HIGHER
Dr. Selena Sanderfer Doss, an Associate Professor of History at WKU, has been elected to serve on the Kentucky Humanities board of directors. Her board term began on January 1, 2021. Learn More
4 students receive Alumni Association scholarships
Four incoming WKU freshmen were each awarded a four-year renewable scholarship totaling $8,000, $2,000 per year, as part of the WKU Alumni Association’s Alumni Leadership Scholars program. More: 14 named Student Alumni Ambassadors
Spotlight: Katrina Fjeld
WKU sophomore Katrina Fjeld of Bowling Green is among only 20 students selected nationwide for the Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Summer Enrichment Program. She is the only scholar from Kentucky in the 2021 cohort. Fjeld, the daughter of LaNett and Richard Ivey, is an international affairs and Arabic double major with a minor in economics.
Gatton Academy graduates offered millions in scholarships
The 78 members of The Gatton Academy Class of 2021 were offered $21,960,872 in college scholarships and accepted $7,580,818 to fund their undergraduate study. Graduates will attend 32 colleges and universities this fall. More: Gatton Academy recognizes Kentucky educators
Follow WKU Storm Chasers
The WKU Storm Chase class has returned this year as students are on a two-week trip across the Great Plains to forecast, analyze, document and study severe convective storms.
Regents approve land changes
The WKU Board of Regents approved several land changes on May 7. The Board also approved the honorific naming for the Barbara and Kelly Burch Institute for Transformative Practices in Higher Education.
Class of 2020 Commencement
In a ceremony delayed a year by a global pandemic, members of WKU’s Class of 2020 celebrated their graduation in person May 8 at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium.
May 2021 Staff Star Award Recipients
The WKU Staff Senate recognized the Christopher Ware Staff Star Award recipients during its meeting on May 5. The May 2021 recipients are Jenny London, Division of Extended Learning and Outreach; Beth Stamps, Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement; and Emily Pride, Housing and Residence Life.
View from the Hill
While scientists work to unravel the complex brain changes involved in the progression of Alzheimer’s, a WKU fraternity continues to raise money and awareness about the disease. WKU’s Amy Bingham catches up with members of this year’s Bike4Alz team in this week’s View from the Hill. More: Read more about this year's Bike4Alz team
Athletics
May
18
Tuesday
WKU Baseball

The WKU Baseball team will wrap up its regular season schedule today at 5 p.m. against Eastern Kentucky at Nick Denes Field. Learn More
May
18
Tuesday
Planetarium Show

The Hardin Planetarium will present Lives of the Stars at 7 tonight. Learn More
May
19
Wednesday
Kentucky Museum Summer Hours

The Kentucky Museum's summer hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday. Learn More
More events: Check WKU Events calendar or follow @wkuevents on Instagram
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