Honors College

Commonwealth Distilleries

The Honors College is partnering with several bourbon distilleries in the Commonwealth for a course designed to better understand the science behind the spirit. Students will be taking an interdisciplinary approach to studying the history, business, and science behind bourbon. *The class will not inlcude any actual tastings or consumption of alcoholic beverages. 

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Esports

At NKU, Esports is more than a game! Whether it’s our competitive varsity program or our NKU Esports Club, you’ll find students engaged in all levels of play. In addition to our programs for players, NKU Esports is engaged in developing classes for students who are interested in making Esports as part of their careers.

President’s Lecture Series: (Regional) Innovations in Business, Education and Health 

NKU’s President’s Lecture Series, established in Fall 2022 by President Ashish Vaidya, seeks to inspire the campus and region with local, national and global leaders that are at the forefront of innovation in business, education and health. Renowned speakers will share their ideas, experience and accomplishments that led to meaningful innovation in their respective fields. Students will meet with President Vaidya on Friday's at noon and gain valuable off-campus experiences by visiting some of the region’s top companies and non-profits. 

Institute for Student Research & Creative Activity (ISRCA) 

The Institute for Student Research & Creative Activity (ISRCA) engages, supports, enhances and acknowledges the involvement of students and their faculty mentors in research, scholarship and creative activities throughout campus. ISRCA assists in growing the number and breadth of research, scholarship and creative activity opportunities for all NKU students.

Scripps Howard Center for Civic Engagement

Scripps builds connections between campus and community, with an emphasis on developing stewardship and citizenship. We work to create an ecosystem of engagement, in which opportunities and experiences are not isolated but part of a learning environment that unites the classroom and the real world.

Office of Education Abroad

Education Abroad provides students with academically rigorous, culturally immersive programs that offer the opportunity for personal growth, academic achievement, and a competitive edge in our increasingly global society. We strive to offer not only affordable programs, but scholarship opportunities to help fund your experience.