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Engineering Her Future: Spotlight on Esmeralda ‘Esi’ Hernandez
Engineering Her Future: Spotlight on Esmeralda ‘Esi’ Hernandez

Oct 13th, 2025

WKU sophomore Esi Hernandez excels in electrical engineering, research, and leadership while supporting family and peers, aiming to make an impact through STEM and graduate study.

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Decoding Addiction: Alejandro Ramirez Explores the Science of Substance Use
Decoding Addiction: Alejandro Ramirez Explores the Science of Substance Use

Sep 29th, 2025

Alejandro Ramirez, WKU double major, pursues neuroscience research on drug use while aiming for a PhD, global collaborations, and future teaching.

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Two Weeks, Big Impact: WKU Exercise Science Junior Allie Wetzel Learns on the Move in Hawai‘i
Two Weeks, Big Impact: WKU Exercise Science Junior Allie Wetzel Learns on the Move in Hawai‘i

Sep 22nd, 2025

WKU junior Allie Wetzel explored exercise science in Hawai‘i through a 2-week study away in summer 2025, gaining hands-on experience and new career insights.

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Carroll Ann Shackleford Embraces Cultural Immersion Through Psychology and Dance
Carroll Ann Shackleford Embraces Cultural Immersion Through Psychology and Dance

Sep 15th, 2025

Carroll Ann Shackleford’s Austria study abroad fused dance, psychology, and culture, shaping her research goals and personal growth.

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Caroline Glass Explores Global Hospitality and Cuisine in France and Belgium
Caroline Glass Explores Global Hospitality and Cuisine in France and Belgium

Sep 8th, 2025

WKU’s Caroline Glass studied abroad in France & Belgium in summer 2025, blending hospitality lessons with cultural insights after years of persistence.

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Slowing Down to Speed Ahead: WKU Junior Pleh Meh Finds a Global Business Lens in Seoul
Slowing Down to Speed Ahead: WKU Junior Pleh Meh Finds a Global Business Lens in Seoul

Sep 2nd, 2025

WKU’s Pleh Meh balanced fast-track accounting studies with clubs, an internship, and study abroad in Korea—learning to slow down and embrace new opportunities.

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Lindsey McIntosh Captures Culture and Perspective in Italy
Lindsey McIntosh Captures Culture and Perspective in Italy

Aug 25th, 2025

WKU photojournalist Lindsey McIntosh studied abroad in Italy, blending storytelling and photography while embracing culture, language barriers, and experiential learning.

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Mahurin Honors College at WKU names Dr. Lindy Grief Davidson as new director
Mahurin Honors College at WKU names Dr. Lindy Grief Davidson as new director

Aug 18th, 2025

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Kassie Moore: Finding Confidence Abroad in the Czech Republic
Kassie Moore: Finding Confidence Abroad in the Czech Republic

Aug 4th, 2025

Kassie, once hesitant to travel, found confidence and growth studying abroad in the Czech Republic. Her message: “If I can do it, you can too.”

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Katy Hetzer – Bridging Medicine and Language Through Global Experience
Katy Hetzer – Bridging Medicine and Language Through Global Experience

Jul 28th, 2025

Pre-med student Katy Hetzer blends biology and Spanish at WKU, studying abroad in Costa Rica, working in healthcare, and pursuing service, research, and medical school preparation.

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Beyond the Numbers: Lily Meade Blends Psychology, Statistics, and Global Perspective

Feb 9th, 2026

Lily Meade blends psychology and statistics through undergraduate research, deep campus involvement, and a transformative study abroad experience in Austria—shaping her goal to pursue a Ph.D. in quantitative psychology with a global focus.

Designing with Heart: Ellie Ralston on Architecture, Passion, and People

Feb 2nd, 2026

From a split-second decision to senior capstone, WKU architecture student Ellie Ralston blends passion, people-centered design, and sustainability into a future in healthcare architecture.

Alyssa Swift: Research, Mentorship, and the Making of a Scholar

Jan 20th, 2026

WKU ('23) alum Alyssa Swift credits early research, honors, and mentorship for preparing her for a Ph.D. at Penn State—shaping her work in developmental psychology, teaching, and student mentorship.

Making Change: George Eklund’s Path to Housing Advocacy

Jan 5th, 2026

George Eklund (’09) credits WKU and the Mahurin Honors College with shaping his path to housing advocacy. Through hands-on learning and a strong network, he built the skills that now guide his work as a statewide advocate.

Emma Thomas: Finding Purpose Through Study Abroad in Argentina and Ireland

Nov 17th, 2025

Psychology major Emma Thomas is researching childhood health in Dublin, gaining global experience, confidence, and clarity on her career path through transformative study-abroad experiences.

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The Marathon Man: Colby Alexander's Quest for Success On and Off the Track

Apr 19th, 2024

Colby Alexander, a journalism major and ultramarathon runner, embodies relentless progress, balancing academia and athletics at MHC with passion.

Kentucky Roots, British Adventures: A Tale of Embracing Change Across Oceans

Mar 25th, 2024

Brittany Moster Bergonzi, PhD, shares her transformative journey from Kentucky to the United Kingdom, sparked by a fateful encounter with a brochure from Harlaxton College. Her story reflects the power of curiosity, resilience, and seizing opportunities.

Inspired by Home: Cecilia Alali's Gilman Story and Journey to Kenya

Mar 13th, 2024

WKU's Cecilia Alali, PR major, wins Gilman Scholarship, aiding students overcoming financial barriers for studying abroad. A forensics standout, Cecilia shifted academic paths at WKU, where OSD pivotal in her Gilman application to study abroad in Kenya.

Mahurin Honors College Hosts Kentucky Honors Roundtable

Feb 23rd, 2024

The MHC hosts the spring 2024 session of the Kentucky Honors Roundtable - a rotational conference for honors students of the Commonwealth to showcase their scholarly endeavors.

Deliberative Dialogues: Campus Conversations Hosted by Mahurin Honors College Scholars

Feb 24th, 2023

MHC Scholars in Honors 251 Citizen and Self will host a series of deliberative dialogues March 29th-April 7th. The public is welcome to attend these guided discussions of pressing social issues, deliberate the options, and help decide which is the best.

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