WKU ALUMNI NEWS

Alumnus of the Week: Shelbi Ray ('20)
She’s an Executive Assistant and graduate from the Gordon Ford College of Business that first fell in love with WKU as a sophomore in high school. Meet Alumnus of the Week Shelbi Ray (’20).

Under 40 at the Top recognizes young alumni achievement at WKU
The Western Kentucky University (WKU) Young Alumni Council is pleased to announce the launch of an exciting initiative aimed at celebrating the achievements of its young alumni. Under 40 at the Top honors WKU graduates who have made significant contributions to their professions, communities and alma mater before reaching the age of 40.

Alumnus of the Week: Taylor Courtney (’20)
She’s an educator and a coach who says WKU made her into the teacher she is today. Meet Alumnus of the Week Taylor Courtney (’20).

Alumnus of the Week: Ashley Hilger (’18)
She’s a Safety Administrator for Jefferson County Public Schools who says WKU taught her how to build positive relationships with those around her. Meet Alumnus of the Week Ashley Hilger (’18).

WKU Alumni Association receives Insight Into Diversity magazine's 2024 award
The WKU Alumni Association received the 2024 Alumni Association Inclusive Excellence Award from Insight Into Diversity magazine, the largest and oldest diversity and inclusion publication in higher education.

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