Northern Kentucky University honored more than 2,000 graduates over three ceremonies at the university’s 53rd Commencement on Friday, May 9, and Saturday, May 10.
Since its inception in 1999, the Mayerson Student Philanthropy Project has been a driver for community stewardship among Northern Kentucky University students, empowering classes to award grant money to nonprofits of their choice.
For Northern Kentucky University School of the Arts graduate Roderick Justice, choreographing his alma mater’s recent production of Jesus Christ Superstar is a full-circle moment. On Friday, April 25, SOTA kicked off its first production of the musical since Justice played the role of Judas as an undergraduate, 20 years ago.
When Heather Burns first arrived at Northern Kentucky University, she was a first-generation college student looking for a place where she could feel both challenged and supported. What she found was a campus community that felt just right.
Aaron Fausz was flipping through the student newspaper at Northern Kentucky University in the mid-1980s when a small announcement caught his eye—a new organization was forming, one that would soon become a defining part of his college experience.
Nancy Bratton Perry devoted her life to Northern Kentucky University, shaping its story from the very beginning. As a proud member of NKU’s first graduating class in 1973, Perry didn’t just witness the university’s growth—she helped build it.
Together, we raised $393,282 from 1,156 donors to support the core of NKU: our students. These contributions will directly benefit scholarships, undergraduate and graduate research opportunities, NKU athletics, and vital student support programs and organizations.
A Full-Circle Commencement
When Olivia Onodu walked as a graduate during this year’s May commencement ceremony at Northern Kentucky University, she was in familiar territory. The senior environmental science major has worked as a commencement marshal each year since enrolling at NKU, leading students on and off the stage to receive their diplomas. This semester, she took the stage, capping off a rigorous undergraduate experience: In addition to her degree in environmental science, she minored in both chemistry and graphical information systems, making the Dean’s List each year. “It’s like everything’s coming full circle,” Onodu says.
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The Right Opportunity
For Erin Sanders, the best thing about Northern Kentucky University is the people.
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The Best Decision of My Life
Nagoya, Japan is something of a second home for Northern Kentucky University student Angelina Robins.
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A Different Kind of Support
Uyen Le and Linh Anh Nguyen met for the first time when they were randomly assigned as roommates in Norse Hall at Northern Kentucky University.
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From the Library to the Literary World
Kariana Wyatt has aspired to become a writer for as long as she can remember.
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NKCAC Partnership Empowers Seniors in Financial Careers
Northern Kentucky University (NKU) has joined forces with the Northern Kentucky Community Action Commission (NKCAC) to help adults aged 55 and older gain the education and training necessary for careers in finance.
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The Chase College of Law Center for Law and Entrepreneurship puts Students in the Center of Business
Weeks can be busy for Salmon P. Chase College of Law students who participate in programs of the college’s Center for Law and Entrepreneurship.
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A More Robust Experience
After Dr. Shawn Faulkner interviewed at Northern Kentucky University in 2004, he cancelled his other scheduled interviews without knowing if he got the job.
Thinking From a Global Lens
Dr. Reiko Ozaki didn’t always plan to become a professor. “Teaching is something I fell into after doing social work for so many years,” she says. “I think it was a really natural progression to teach future social workers what the profession expects and how to be a good social worker.”
Building Deep and Meaningful Connections
“How are you?” is more than a rhetorical question for Dr. Brandon Thompson, Northern Kentucky University’s newly hired vice president of student affairs.
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Coming Up with Creative Solutions
Computer Science Professor Maureen Doyle, who is retiring after 20 years at NKU, says one of her top priorities has been building confidence in her students.
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Archiving the Airways
Vintage radios and sports memorabilia dominate the décor in Wes Aker’s office in Griffin Hall. So, it’s not surprising that a documentary about the history of sports radio was the EMB teaching professor’s “dream” project.
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Is it Real or Artificial?
It is the best of technology. It is the worst of technology. It is Artificial Intelligence, and it is more than a topic of conversation in law schools, law firms and courthouses. Already, it is being embraced, anticipated … and feared.
At Northern Kentucky University, we’ve always been driven. We're the ones who refuse to back down, embrace the grind and thrive on proving what’s possible. We’ve built Norse Athletics on belief, loyalty and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Now, we’re inviting you to be part of what’s next.
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Adisyn Donk has done a little bit of everything: welding, competing in the Miss Kentucky pageant (twice), working as a manufacturing engineer at Mazak, joining Northern Kentucky University’s stunt team. And she doesn’t plan on stopping anytime soon.
Natalie Newman has been playing soccer competitively since she was eight years old. The sophomore forward for Northern Kentucky University’s soccer team had the chance to share her love for the sport with children in Uganda during spring break of this year.
