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 from theatre, band and choir along with various exhibits and “tastes” of Owensboro-themed cuisine by McHenry Event Planning (limited number of tickets still available!)
- The Pillars Lecture Series on Friday, Oct. 25, at 4 p.m. featuring mini lectures by Dr. Kyle Besing, Allyson Sanders ’04 and Chase Andrews ’21 (no advanced registration required)
- An already sold-out Alumni Hall of Fame and Awards Celebration, presented by Independence Bank, on Friday, Oct. 25, at 6 p.m., which will honor the 2024 Alumni Award recipients with the induction of Lilburn “Ray” Harper ’85 into the Alumni Hall of Fame
- The 4th Annual Panther Pride 5k, presented by Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline, on Oct. 26 at 8 a.m., which will offer a unique behind-the-scenes tour of Kentucky Wesleyan’s beautiful campus and a picturesque finish line in Steele Stadium (day-of registration will be offered)
- Football vs. Hillsdale on Saturday, Oct. 26, at noon at Steele Stadium
- The 4th Annual Bash on the Lawn, on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 3-6 p.m., is free and open to the entire community. This year’s Bash will feature live music by Soul N The Pocket, food trucks, vendors, putt-putt by Holes to Go, inflatables from Wild Child Inflatables, live characters from Magical Memories Character Co. and more (no advanced registration required)
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KWC’S Theatre Works, in collaboration with Owensboro Community and Technical College, will present “Hamlet” Oct. 17-19 at 7 p.m. and Oct. 20 at 2 p.m. at the Wells Activity Center at 3300 Frederica St.
According to KWC Theatre Director Nate Gross, in this reimagined production of Hamlet, the timeless tale of power, revenge and existential crisis is set against the backdrop of an old money aristocratic world, infused with the issues of modern societal and personal struggles.
The production seeks to highlight the tension between legacy and progress and privilege and accountability, offering a new perspective on this familiar Shakespearean tragedy that modern audiences can relate to. This production of Hamlet seeks to bridge the timeless themes of the Shakespearean classic with contemporary issues surrounding privilege, mental health and societal decay.
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Members of the Wesleyan community celebrated the 70th anniversary of the opening of the Barnard-Jones Administration Building on Sept. 26 with special guests including the Board of Trustees, Leadership Wesleyan…
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Dr. Germic arrived on campus on Sept. 3 as Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs. He replaces President James Cousins, who served in this role for three years. Welcome, Dr. Germic! We are glad you are here.
Hometown
“I grew up outside of Detroit, in Clawson, Mich., though my family roots are in the “U.P.,” Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. At heart, I am a ‘Yooper.’”
Why you chose English and teaching?
“I love reading, and I love learning. Talking about books has always been one of the great pleasures of my life, and to do it for living? How could I ask for more?”
About your career?
“I think life should be treated as an adventure. Probably because I read so many adventure books growing up, and, well, I am reading them even to this day. Exploring new places and learning new cultures, even cultures within the U.S., keeps us growing and learning, and I have been very fortunate to pursue a career that has allowed me to live a full and adventurous life.
“A highlight is probably the time I spent in Cairo, Egypt, where I was brought on as an English professor but also to support a new Center for American Studies at the American University in Cairo, which I eventually came to co-direct. The mission of the Center, which was endowed by a generous gift from a Saudi prince, was to help increase mutual understanding between the United States and Arab States in a ‘post 9/11’ world. This was rich and rewarding work that taught me a great deal about the power of listening, mutual respect and the scale of what can be accomplished with shared goodwill.” (more…)
Kentucky Wesleyan College has been ranked No. 22 among the 2025 Best Regional Colleges South by U.S. News & World Report and is the highest-ranking Kentucky institution in its category.
“This recognition reflects the dedication of our faculty and staff to our students,” said Dr. James Cousins, president of Kentucky Wesleyan.
“We are honored and thrilled that the highly regarded U.S. News & World Report acknowledges our commitment to providing a superior education.” (more…)
Kentucky Wesleyan College is proud to recognize rising Panthers in various fields through its brand-new Forward Under 40 program. This recognition will be celebrated for alumni who exemplify The Wesleyan Way with an emphasis on service, progress and leadership.
The inaugural Class of 2025 will be announced in November and officially recognized at the Forward Under 40 Celebration on Feb. 22 during KWC’s Spring Reunion Weekend. Nominations are open through Oct. 6.
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Dr. Gene Tice served as interim president of KWC from June-November 2019.
“As an outsider looking in, I always admired KWC from a distance. In my position at WKU-O, I met regularly with previous KWC presidents, so I knew a lot about the College. And I always enjoyed driving by the beautiful, well-kept campus, which is such a positive reflection of what KWC is.
“I earned my undergraduate degree from a similar institution, Muskingum College (now University) in Ohio, where I played football. My undergrad experience was a significant part of my life. So, as I drove down Frederica over the years and looked over at the campus, I was flooded with memories of my tremendous small-college experience.
“What an honor it was to be approached about the interim presidency. Being a part of KWC was a good move for me and a great way to end my career in higher ed. Those months were an exciting time; it felt good to be a part of the place I had admired from afar for such a long time. (more…)