Kentucky State University

Kentucky State University Historically Black Comprehensive & 1890 Land Grant University Located in Frankfort, KY.
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BREDS… how’s your week going so far? πŸ‘€No judgment over here. We’re all figuring it out together!Drop a 🟒, 🟑 or πŸ”΄ in the ...
08/26/2026

BREDS… how’s your week going so far? πŸ‘€

No judgment over here. We’re all figuring it out together!

Drop a 🟒, 🟑 or πŸ”΄ in the comments, and check on a fellow Thorobred while you’re at it.

Join us for the Thorobred Success and Innovation Speaker Series: From Idea to Opportunity and learn how to develop your ...
08/24/2026

Join us for the Thorobred Success and Innovation Speaker Series: From Idea to Opportunity and learn how to develop your ideas, build a venture and access funding opportunities.

September 15 | 11:30 a.m.
Thorobred Success and Innovation Center, Whitney Young Hall
πŸ₯— Lunch provided

Click link below to RSVP by September 10.
https://tinyurl.com/TSI-Speaker-Series

08/24/2026

Reminder: The 2026 Kentucky State University Two-Day Pawpaw Workshop will be held September 16–17, 2026, at the KSU Harold R. Benson Research and Demonstration Farm.

The workshop will begin at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 16, with hands-on field demonstrations covering: 1) Bench grafting and bark inlay grafting, 2) Pawpaw propagation and orchard establishment, and 3) Pawpaw fruit processing and value-added products.

The demonstrations will be followed by a mixer and dinner beginning at 5:00 p.m. The meal will feature several pawpaw-inspired items. Pawpaw vendors will also be available during the event. The registration fee for the Wednesday evening mixer and dinner is $30. Registration ends on August 21, 2026.

On Thursday, September 17, KSU will host a special Pawpaw Third Thursday Workshop featuring presentations by pawpaw experts on propagation, orchard production, and marketing. The program will also include a pawpaw fruit tasting.

To register for the workshop, go to this link:
https://www.kysu.edu/academics/college-ahnr/school-of-anr/pawpaw/2026-KSU-two-day-pawpaw-workshop.php

Freshmen, it’s time to CHILL ON THE HILL! πŸ’šπŸ’›Join President Akakpo and his staff this Friday for a sweet break, good vibe...
08/24/2026

Freshmen, it’s time to CHILL ON THE HILL! πŸ’šπŸ’›

Join President Akakpo and his staff this Friday for a sweet break, good vibes, FREE blizzard ice cream and T-shirt for those in attendance.
Don’t miss out!

- Hume Hall, 2nd Level
- Friday, August 28
- 2:00–3:30 PM

08/24/2026

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The Thorobreds open the 2026 season Saturday with a Week Zero road matchup against SIAC rival Central State.

πŸ“… Saturday, Aug. 29
⏰ 3 p.m.
πŸ“ Wilberforce, Ohio

08/24/2026

This training is designed for landowners, farmers, and others interested in land management and rural economic development. Participants will receive hands-on instruction on forest farming and non-timber forest products, high-value specialty crops, agroforestry and silvopastoral systems, tree planting and monitoring, soil health assessment, invasive species management, and the use of drone technology.

Lunch will be provided, and registration is required.

Please register using the QR code in the flyer or the following link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfG7udcoSaF2tCIFZkBA7NMlXy3gl-H1U-0ZEZbxCNBuPVZQA/viewform

08/23/2026

Week one on The Hill is in the books! πŸ’šπŸ’›πŸŽ

We checked in with our scholars and staff to see how the first week went, and the energy is already UP! Let’s continue to have a great semester!

2026 A Healthy KSU - DMTL Community Leadership Award!
08/22/2026

2026 A Healthy KSU - DMTL Community Leadership Award!

2026 A Healthy KSU!
08/22/2026

2026 A Healthy KSU!

08/21/2026

Meet Amya King πŸ’šπŸ’›

Amya King, a senior Mass Communication major with a focus in Public Relations from Madisonville, Kentucky, is showing what it means to lead with purpose and determination.

A student-athlete, mother to a toddler, Student Career Services employee and member of KSU for Christ, Amya embraces every opportunity to grow, serve and make an impact. Her ability to balance it all is truly remarkable.

After graduation, Amya plans to further her education and pursue a degree in Health Administration. She encourages fellow Thorobreds to take advantage of the networking, professional development and other opportunities available at Kentucky State University.

Her journey is a reminder that with purpose, perseverance and opportunity, there’s no limit to what’s possible.

Who You With?! K-STATE!

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400 E Main Street
Frankfort, KY
40601

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Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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