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  • The New York Voices

    NKU and SCPA students to perform with Grammy award-winning artists

    Northern Kentucky University’s Vocal Jazz Ensemble is collaborating with the internationally acclaimed New York Voices and Cincinnati’s School for Creative & Performing Arts (SCPA) ensembles, Meridian 8 and Baby Grands, for a high-caliber vocal jazz performance.


  • Dean of the Haile College of Business Hassan HassabElnaby and Zac Strobl, Director of the Center of Innovation & Entrepreneurship, pose with the National Model University Accelerator/Incubator Program Award.

    NKU’s INKUBATOR program recognized with national award

    Northern Kentucky University’s INKUBATOR program has been recognized by the United States Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship with the National Model University Accelerator Award.


  • Professional headshot of Dr. Brandon Thompson, the new Vice President of Student Affairs at NKU.

    Dr. Brandon Thompson named NKU’s new VP of Student Affairs

    Northern Kentucky University is excited to share that Brandon Thompson, Ed.D., will be the university’s new Vice President of Student Affairs. With a career in higher education spanning 15 years, Dr. Thompson brings a wealth of knowledge that will enhance the college experience for students across campus, whether in-person or online.


  • Try Something That's More

    "I feel gratitude for what NKU has given me—a family of friends, a community, and profession that is fulfilling and meaningful."


  • Finding Purpose

    "Knowing I’m able to make a difference and do things to help people—not just saying them but doing them and seeing the results—is rewarding for me."


  • Remember Where You Come From

    "I credit much of my success to NKU and the opportunities and challenges it provided me. The university gave a lot to me, so giving back of my time, talent and treasure is fulfilling."


  • Thinking Outside the Nest Box

    “It’s given me a lot of self-confidence that I didn’t have before. That was something I wasn’t expecting: confidence in my own ability to make good decisions."