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The Search For Our President

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NKU Recognized as an Environmentally Responsible College

Northern Kentucky University has been featured in the 2023 Princeton Review Guide to Green Colleges.

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The Norse Up Podcast

The Norse Up Podcast

Learn more about NKU research, the work and expertise of the faculty/staff and their incredible contributions to the NKU campus, Greater Cincinnati community and the world. Episodes drop every Friday!

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NKU Board of Regents Announces Framework For Presidential Search

The Northern Kentucky University Board of Regents approved the next steps in the selection process for its next permanent president.

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Academics
 

Your Path to Success
Your Path to Success
At NKU, there is more than one answer. Double major. Choose one major and three minors. Choose two majors and one minor. Your time at NKU doesn’t have to—and shouldn’t—be one-dimensional.

Find Your Major

Find Your Major

Explore all programs:

Majors | Minors | Certificates | Micro-Credentials | Professional Development

Colleges

Colleges

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University Center

The University Center is a hub for many student services including academic advising, Norse TechBar, student health services, career services, the bookstore, our Veteran’s Resource Station and much more!

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W. Frank Steely Library

The Steely Library gives students access to information in both print and non-print formats, as well as more than 200 databases and indexes to support any research project or class assignment.

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Fine Arts Center

NKU features the largest and number-one ranked theatre program in the state of Kentucky. The Fine Arts Center is home to the School of the Arts which includes majors in not only theatre, but dance, music, music and visual arts.

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Griffin Hall

Home to the College of Informatics, Griffin Hall is a unique and inviting state-of-the-art facility where a new generation of professionals are building our region's information economy. Griffin Hall boasts a 120-seat reconfigurable auditorium with a floor-to-ceiling digital media wall, a large performance studio, an advanced audio and video control room, cybersecurity lab, a 3D Digital Design & VFX lab and much more.

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Health Innovation Center

Students studying nursing, occupational and physical therapies, as well as other health sciences, will develop their professional skills in a progressive environment. The center houses simulation spaces, clinical and nursing skill suites and imaging suites in addition to classrooms for student use from all seven colleges.

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Landrum Academic Center

Programs such as English, History & Geography, Sociology, Anthropology & Philosophy occur in Landrum. The Anthropology Museum, located on the second floor, features displays on local and regional history, as well as diverse areas of interest, including Tibet and Africa. 

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What's Happening

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NKU Magazine

Access the latest NKU Magazine stories featuring the accomplishments of our students, faculty, staff and alumni. View the latest magazine issue.

  • NKU Takes Down UC

    "When I reflect on what [the win] means, I think it’s a great indication to, not only northern Kentucky, but the region and nationally on just how great of contenders we can be and we are and that we put on a stellar Division I environment program."

  • A Golden Anniversary

    "From a small state college to a dynamic university, this 50-year reunion feels as much about celebrating NKU’s success as [celebrating] those students [who started] the journey."

  • Mystery Photo

    Bent arm. Firm grip. Lightning reflexes. These two competitors might know exactly what we’re talking about. We heard that 30 seconds of arm wrestling is the equivalent to a round of boxing, and we want to know if that’s true.

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