Stacy: “We have two college-age sons. As we started paying for their educations, I realized that without the James Graham Brown Scholarship I probably would not have been able to attend KWC (at least not without a lot of student loan debt). I want to give others the same opportunity I had – to attend…
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Kentucky Wesleyan College announces transformational gift from Keith and Vickie Sharber to endow communication arts program
Kentucky Wesleyan College is proud to announce a $5 million gift – one of the largest single gifts in school history – from Keith and Vickie Sharber to endow and name the Communication Arts Program. This landmark investment is a significant commitment to student success and career readiness. “This endowment is a transformational gift that…
A look back at Homecoming and Family Weekend 2024 presented by Owensboro Health
Homecoming & Family Weekend 2024 presented by Owensboro Health was a weekend that won’t soon be forgotten! Enjoy the links to the photos/live streamed events and the 2024 Alumni Hall of Fame and Outstanding Alumnus of the Arts honoree videos. Special thanks to our friends at Charles Mahlinger Photography and Wonder Boy Media for capturing…
Philanthropy Feature – Rev. Dr. Phil ’77 and Barbara (Adams) Hill ’77
“We are proud of KWC and appreciate the impact upon our lives. We want to encourage all alumni to take a little time to get involved through the many activities offered. It has helped us recognize that every gift is important for the continued goals of KWC service to the community and world.” “In connecting…
Philanthropy Spotlight – Allison (Estes) Ross ’02
During her time at Kentucky Wesleyan, Allison (Estes) Ross ’02 was a James Graham Brown Scholar, Women’s Basketball player, SGA President and Vice President, Member of the Order of Oak & Ivy and many other things that she admits, she has surely forgotten by now. As a now proud alumna of the College, Allison enjoys…
Kentucky Wesleyan College Announces Inaugural Forward Under 40 Class
The Kentucky Wesleyan College Alumni Association announced its inaugural class of Forward Under 40, a new alumni recognition program celebrating the accomplishments of alumni who are under 40 years old. This year’s class featured 24 alumni ranging in age from 29 to 39 with career paths varying from accounting and law to nonprofit leadership and…
Kentucky Wesleyan College to celebrate Homecoming and Family Weekend Oct. 24-27
Kentucky Wesleyan College will celebrate Homecoming and Family Weekend presented by Owensboro Health on campus and throughout the Owensboro community from Thursday, Oct. 24 through Sunday, Oct. 27. Signature events for the weekend include: A Taste of the Arts, presented by Wonder Boy Media, on Thursday, Oct. 24, at 6 p.m., which will feature live performances…
Panther Intern Spotlight – Guinevere Garr ’25
Check out this Panther Intern spotlight about Guinevere Garr ’25! Guinny is a senior accounting major interning with the Funeral Excellence Group in Owensboro!
Panther Intern Spotlight – Heather Mapes ’26
Check out this Panther Intern spotlight about Heather Mapes ’26! Heather is a communication arts major who has spent her summer interning at WKWC 90.3 Panther Radio!
Mike Hoover ’21, Financial Aid Counselor
“Prior to graduating, I had the opportunity one summer to work a part-time job at German American Bank that, upon graduating, turned into a full-time opportunity. I found myself staying in Owensboro as a result. The connections and involvement in our community I maintained through college cemented my decision to stay in the Owensboro area. “Moving…