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The University of Pikeville (UPIKE) College of Nursing and Human Services (CNHS) recently honored students graduating from the university’s nursing and social work programs during a pair of pinning ceremonies. On Thursday, April 30, the Elliott School of Nursing held a pinning ceremony in Booth Auditorium, honoring 24 Associate of Science in Nursing students receiving […]
The University of Pikeville (UPIKE) has announced that Lori Werth, Ph.D., currently serving as executive vice president and chief strategy officer, will be leaving the institution later this summer to become president of Rocky Vista University (RVU). During her 10 years at UPIKE, Werth has played a pivotal role in advancing institutional strategy, growth and […]
More than 575 students at the University of Pikeville (UPIKE) celebrated a major milestone as they received their degrees during spring commencement ceremonies held Saturday, May 2, at the Appalachian Wireless Arena. The event recognized graduates from UPIKE’s undergraduate, graduate and health professions programs. This year marked the twenty-sixth commencement for the Kentucky College of […]
The University of Pikeville – Kentucky College of Optometry (KYCO) held its awards luncheon honoring the Class of 2026 in the Health Professions Education Building on May 1. Haleigh Morgan Shelton, O.D., received the Dean’s Award, presented to a graduating student who has shown outstanding leadership while maintaining high academic standards. Shelton also received the […]
The University of Pikeville (UPIKE) is pleased to announce the appointment of Kelly Ryan Taylor, D.M.E., as director of instrumental music. Taylor brings nearly three decades of experience in music education, performance and program leadership to UPIKE. In his new role, he will lead the university’s instrumental music program, oversee band initiatives and support the […]
The University of Pikeville (UPIKE) will honor students earning degrees in undergraduate, graduate and health professions on Saturday, May 2, at the Appalachian Wireless Arena in downtown Pikeville. The ceremony for the Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine and the Kentucky College of Optometry will take place at 9:30 a.m., and the ceremony for the College […]
The University of Pikeville (UPIKE) is proud to announce that seven students have been selected as 2026 Ledford Scholars through the Appalachian College Association (ACA). The Ledford Scholars Program, named in honor of Colonel Lee B. Ledford, provides financial support for undergraduate students pursuing summer and fall research projects at ACA member institutions. This competitive […]
The University of Pikeville-Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine (KYCOM) has been awarded a $400,000 grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) to support the expansion and modernization of its clinical simulation lab. ARC uses congressionally appropriated funds to invest in Appalachia’s economic and community development through grants. The ARC grant program provides financial assistance to […]
The University of Pikeville-Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine (KYCOM) has earned national recognition from the U.S. News & World Report in its 2026 rankings of the best medical schools in the United States. This acknowledgment underscores KYCOM’s mission to prepare highly skilled osteopathic physicians and expand access to care in underserved and rural communities. KYCOM’s […]