Recognition

Dr. Rajeev Darolia Named Chief Economist for US Department of Education

Martin School Staff Oct 3, 2024

We are proud to recognize the amazing work of Dr. Rajeev Darolia for his work as Chief Economist for the US Department of Education! The Office of the Chief Economist was established only 3 years ago, but Dr. Darolia has been a fundamental piece of the office for nearly a year.

University Research Professor William Hoyt and UK President Eli Capilouto pictured together at the 2024 Research Reception.

Dr. Bill Hoyt named 2024-2025 University Research Professor

by Martin Staff Sep 20, 2024

We are proud to announce that Dr. Bill Hoyt has been recognized as a University Research Professor for the 2024-2025 academic year. Congratulations, Bill!

Taha Hameduddin Speaks to the 2024 01 22 CURATE meeting

Dr. Taha Hameduddin Elected to Executive Committee of APSA Public Administration Section

by Martin Staff Sep 12, 2024

Dr. Taha Hameduddin has been elected as a new member of the Executive Committee of the Public Administration Section of the American Political Science Association (APSA).

Graduating MPA Student, Emily Wiley, selected as UK Commencement Speaker

May 1, 2024

Graduating MPA/Non-Profit Certificate student, Emily Wiley, was selected as one of four 2024 Commencement speakers at the UK-wide ceremony on Friday, May 3. Congratulations! For more information on her and the other speakers, read the UK Now article here

Valentina Osunmade published an article on Tornado-Safe Rooms

Apr 29, 2024

MPP student, Valentina Osunmade, wrote an article on tornado-safe rooms in the spring 2024 edition of the KAMM newsletter. You can read it here Congrats on your accomplishment!

PhD news!

Apr 29, 2024

Congratulations to Yunjun Kim on his recent publication "Assessing the Economic Impact of Innovative Cities" in Policy Studies https://doi.org/10.1080/

MPA student Devin Dunigan attended the 19th Annual Black Policy Conference at Harvard Kennedy School of Government

Apr 23, 2024

Congratulations to Devin on this amazing accomplishment! In a world where meaningful change often begins with dialogue, Devin Dunigan, a first-year Master of Public Policy student, recently embarked on an inspiring journey at the 19th Annual Black Policy Conference held at Harvard Kennedy School of Government. This prestigious event serves as a beacon of hope, bringing together leading minds and practitioners to address challenges impacting Black communities and fostering sustainable solutions.

Three Martin School Students received the Employee Educational Assistance Awards

Apr 23, 2024

Three Martin School students received the Women’s Forum Employee Educational Assistance Award compliments UK’s existing tuition waiver program, the Employee Education Program (EEP). Recipients receive $250 to assist with the cost of books and/or other materials, supplies and fees related to their UK coursework. Congratulations to them! The Spring 2024 recipients are:

Alumna Crystal Staley acknowledged as a 'Disruptor' during Women's History Month

Rick Spencer Mar 28, 2024

Crystal Staley, MPA 2007, was among the six women acknowledged as "industry disruptors" in a recent piece by Brandon Brown and Lindsey Piercy for UKNOW about UK talent during Women's History Month. They write, "A 2007 graduate of the Martin School of Public Policy and Administration, she has served in various roles in state government for the past 17 years. And since 2019, Staley has held the title of communications director for Gov. Andy Beshear."

Dr. Rhonda Trautman speaks to Owensboro Non-Profit Coalition

Mar 27, 2024

Dr. Rhonda Trautman spoke to a group of local leaders of non-profit organizations in Owensboro Ky February 21st at the Tapscott Chapel in the Barnard-Jones Administration Building at Kentucky Wesleyan College. Dr. Trautman's 90 minute talk, "Putting Your Strategic Plan into Action,” addressed challenges leaders might face as they seek to make positive impacts on their communities.

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