WKU News

Nov 10th, 2025

Jesse Thomas (’26) is a biology/chemistry major and Pre-Optometry Club president whose lab research, internships, and mentorship prepared him to attend Southern College of Optometry in Fall 2026.

Oct 30th, 2025

Audrey Clark, a 2025 WKU grad, is pursuing her Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Duke. Her path from dance to PT reflects curiosity, early involvement, and hands-on learning that shaped her success.

Oct 27th, 2025

Honors alum Dana Brown found her calling at WKU, turning her passion for athletics into a career with Louisville Athletics. Once a Hilltopper, always a Hilltopper!

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.

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.

Aug 25th, 2025

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

Aug 18th, 2025

Jul 7th, 2025

Adrianna Lein, a WKU first-year from TN, is forging her own path through sports journalism, Honors, and business economics while embracing growth and individuality.

Jun 30th, 2025

Hailey Stapleton (WKU ’25) blended art and international affairs to find her calling in art repatriation, inspired by study abroad and her passion for justice.

Jun 2nd, 2025

Grayce Basham uses music, leadership, and honors learning to build community and connection. From choir to coffee shops, she helps others feel heard, seen, and at home.

May 27th, 2025

WKU’s Peyton Dover studies forensic psych and criminology, researches wrongful convictions, and earned a Gilman to study crime in Italy—paving the way for a career in criminal justice reform.

May 19th, 2025

WKU Honors student Chayce Merchant is turning loss into legacy. He’s raised $5.5K+ for the Glioblastoma Foundation ahead of his June 7 pickleball tourney honoring his dad.

May 12th, 2025

WKU Honors student Robbie Dye blends art, philosophy, and community through painting, drum circles, and campus engagement—making the familiar feel fresh.

Apr 21st, 2025

WKU first-year Demani Bell is lighting up campus with his passion for theater, service, and community—balancing arts, advocacy, and leadership with heart and purpose.

Apr 14th, 2025

Max Etienne found purpose at WKU through film, honors, and friendship—channeling his dad's memory into storytelling that brings people together.

Apr 7th, 2025

Cain Del Savio, a first-gen student, found the perfect fit at WKU for research, study abroad, and community. He’s now thriving in psych sciences and honors, with plans to become a professor.

Apr 4th, 2025

Mar 31st, 2025

First-year WKU Honors student Salmo Omar, a nursing major, balances academics, advocacy, and campus involvement. Passionate about mental health awareness, she’s applying her leadership to drive change.

Mar 27th, 2025

Mar 24th, 2025

Mycal Caster, a WKU first-year, majors in Dance and Psychology, balancing performance ambitions with a future in clinical psychology. Active in campus life, they aim to merge dance and mental health advocacy.