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Dean Terrance Brown celebrates diversity of programs in PCAL |
“I am PCAL.” This phrase seen on shirts and used by students, faculty, and staff came to life by one of WKU’s newest academic college deans, Dean Terrance Brown, who aims to, amongst other priorities, establish an identity, a new brand, for the college.
Those wondering why PCAL would need to establish an identity can find the answer by viewing the wide array of disciplines in the college. Potter College of Arts & Letters (PCAL) remains WKU’s most diverse academic college with 12 departments that offer more than 80 certificates, majors, and minors ranging from anthropology to broadcasting.
"With that [I am PCAL campaign], we want to celebrate the diversity in the college, not only in terms of racial and cultural [diversity], but in terms of discipline and studies,” Brown said.
Students remain at the center of Dean Brown’s plans for PCAL. “First and foremost, I consider myself a student-centered leader. I am driven in every task or project that I endeavor to complete. The foundation [of my decisions] is what benefits the students and what’s better for them to reach their goals,” Brown explained.
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WKU awards vaccine incentive prizes |
WKU began awarding prizes to its first group of vaccine incentive program contest winners last week. Winners (pictured above) included Laurel Beckley (top left), Nena Howard (top right), Andria Henry (bottom left) and Dr. Ritchie Taylor (bottom right). Each week through the beginning of October, the university will select 26 vaccinated employees and 40 vaccinated students to receive prizes, which include full tuition scholarships, iPad Pros and $1,000 checks. WKU announced the contest last month to encourage students and employees to receive a COVID-19 vaccination. More information about the contest, including a list of prizes and rules, can be found online.
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More than 50 accounting students met with 14 firms and organizations to network and discuss internship and employment opportunities during Meet the Firms, an annual event hosted by the Department of Accounting and the Beta Alpha Psi honor society. Learn More
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Spotlight: Dr. Mark McAndrews |
Dr. Mark McAndrews has used his “marketable” English and linguistic skills to teach around the world. Now he’s passing on his knowledge to WKU’s English students. Dr. McAndrews, a native Canadian, grew up in an academic household and was taught French throughout school. However, it was teaching in Northern Canada that ignited his interest in language. |
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The WKU Political Engagement Project is coordinating a series of events this week to celebrate Constitution Week leading up to National Constitution Day on Friday. Activities include a conversation with Kentucky Supreme Court Chief Justice John Minton at 3 p.m. today at Grise Hall, room 130, and a discussion of current constitutional issues at 12:40 p.m. Wednesday at Grise Hall, room 138.
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The WKU Symphony will present Back To The Classics at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 24 at Van Meter Hall. The concert will feature Mozart’s Magic Flute Overture, conducted by Landon Case; Elgar’s Cello Concerto with soloist Amelia Allen; and Dvorak’s Symphony No. 8 in G Minor, conducted by Dr. Brian St. John. Tickets are $12 per person at the door or online through wku.showare.com Masks are required.
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Nominations being accepted for 2021-2022 Faculty Awards |
Nominations for WKU full-time and part-time faculty members are being accepted for the 2021-2022 College and University-wide Faculty Awards -- Full-time Faculty Award for Research/Creativity; Full-time Faculty Award for Service; Full-time Faculty Award for Student Advisement; Full-time Faculty Award for Teaching; and Part-time Faculty Award for Teaching.
The area of University Libraries may select two full-time awardees: one for research/creativity and one for service. The College of Education and Behavioral Sciences, College of Health and Human Services, Gordon Ford College of Business, Ogden College of Science and Engineering, and Potter College of Arts & Letters may select four full-time awardees: one for teaching, one for research/creativity, one for service, one for student advisement and one part-time faculty award. Full-time and part-time faculty members are eligible for these awards, and each nomination must be for a single individual (joint or team nominations will not be accepted).
The deadline for submitting nominations is Oct. 1. The College winners of each award will be considered for the University-wide awards, and one overall winner in each category will be chosen. To learn more about the awards, the process and past recipients, visit the WKU Faculty Awards page.
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Ultra Course Pilot Program |
Be one of the first instructors to experience Blackboard Ultra Courses. CITL and ITS are looking for faculty who are ready to experience. Blackboard Ultra Courses and provide valuable input and feedback. Blackboard Ultra Courses is a new course view that offers a modern, intuitive, and personalized interface. |
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Check out this week’s installment of WKU Week in Photos by Clinton Lewis of WKU's Division of Communications and Marketing.
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Charles Forrester Exhibit
A retrospective exhibition of the sculpture and drawings of the late Charles H. Forrester is open today through Nov. 13 at the Downing Museum at the Baker Arboretum in Bowling Green. Learn More
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Eric D. Yates Memorial Run
WKU ROTC will host its 11th Eric D. Yates Memorial Run at 6 p.m. Wednesday at Chaney’s Dairy Barn, 9191 Nashville Road. Learn More
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Artist Talk
Alice Gatewood Waddell and Mike Nichols will present an Artist Talk on the Jonesville Mural at 5 p.m. Thursday at the Kentucky Museum. Learn More
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