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Going back to college as a single parent can be challenging. Managing work, education, and childcare isn't easy, especially when doing it all by yourself. Fortunately, there are options available that can make juggling these everyday responsibilities a lot less daunting.
The Center for Student Parents at EKU on the Richmond, Corbin and Manchester Campuses provides the support single parents need to complete either an Online or In-person Program. The Center for Student Parents offers a multitude of helpful tools to empower students to succeed.
Computers, Printers and Study Labs
Family Friendly Study Spaces
Lactation Room for nursing mothers
Academic Support Services
Personal and Professional Development
Resource Linkage for basic needs assistance
Work Study- available for those receiving state KTAP benefits. You can earn money while in school! Talk to us about how you can qualify!

Are you a graduate student here at EKU working on a research project, thesis, or dissertation? Do you want to get recognized for your research and even get awarded for it?! If so, you do not want to miss the 3MT competition! Three minutes, one PowerPoint slide, recorded over Zoom - it is that simple! The deadline for registration/abstract submissions is Monday, March 6th! For more information, visit https://ekuscholars.eku.edu/3MT. So, what are you waiting for? Register, today!

Asian Studies announces an essay contest open to any student who has written a substantial paper, 5 pages or more, on any topic concerned with The Middle East, South Asia, Central Asia, East Asia, or Southeast Asia during the 2021-2022 academic year or Fall Semester 2022.
Papers must be electronically sent in either PDF or MS Word format to david.blaylock@eku.edu with the subject line Asian Studies Essay Contest. Include in your e-mail your name, paper title, course you wrote the paper for, semester and year of the course, the instructor’s name, and your current class rank (senior, etc.). Entry deadline March 22, 2023 by 5:00 PM For more information contact: David Blaylock, History, Philosophy, and Religious Studies david.blaylock@eku.edu

All students with an interest in Asian Studies or Middle Eastern Studies are invited to an open house March 9 from 3:30 to 5:00 in library Room 128. You can talk with faculty about classes, talk to advisors about how to complete a minor or a certificate, explore opportunities to study abroad with Study Abroad advisors, and have some snacks and drinks. Come and go as you need to. Hope we see you there.

EKU students of all majors are welcome to volunteer at various times on Friday, March 24 and Saturday, March 25 for tasks related to EKU hosting the 21st Kentucky Science & Engineering Fair. Thank you letters can be sent to individuals, student orgs, or national offices recognizing philanthropy. Saturday volunteers receive a shirt and lunch. Volunteers are needed to number tables, post signage, do safety inspections of displays, support registration, distributing lunch, supporting judges, and welcoming guests. Student volunteers not only get to support one of EKU top opportunities to showcase our campus, volunteers also get to see some of the work of Kentucky’s best and brightest students in grades 5-12. Click 'more on this announcement' for general fair info or email jason.marion@eku.edu for available shifts. Service times of one to several hours can be provided.

What do you know about Monkeypox? A current MPH student here at EKU is attempting to answer that very question. Take this online survey to show your knowledge regarding Monkeypox Virus! Participation is anonymous and voluntary. If you are interested in participating in this research study, click the link here to begin. https://eku.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3EEASvk82d9Sr8q This study has been reviewed and approved for exemption by the Institutional Review Board at Eastern Kentucky University as research protocol number [005180]

Join the EKU Counseling Center staff today for a workshop on Distress Tolerance. When life feels like you’re currently in the middle of an unfinished Jumanji game, your emotions can activate with a high degree of intensity. Changes in your daily routine and the people you’re around can lead to a mixture of emotions. These new experiences can be stressful. The tools provided in this workshop are aimed to provide you with skills to navigate these intense emotions and increase the positive experiences throughout your day.

Understanding the roots of test anxiety can be key to coping with it. This workshop will help you manage test anxiety and give you tools for test preparation. Registration is not required.

Jessica Wilkerson
“A Women's History of Appalachia”
Thurs Mar 2, 7:30PM
***Brock Auditorium, Coates Building*** Jessica Wilkerson is a Carnegie Research Fellow, professor of history and the Joyce and Stuart Robbins Chair of History at West Virginia University and the author of _To Live Here, You Have to Fight: How Women Led Appalachian Movements for Social Justice_ (U Illinois Press, 2019). Her research and teaching explores questions of political economy and social change in the 20th-century South and Appalachia. She is currently interested in exploring and contesting big narratives about Appalachia and how the region intersects with ideas of race, gender and the mainstream history of the American women’s movement. A Women’s History of Appalachia will be the first narrative history of the Mountain South through the lives of women who lived and worked in the region from the nineteenth century to the present.

About us: We are a group of non-traditional, online students that stay connected for moral support. Sometimes, life happens & it overwhelms us. We sometimes need like-minded people going through the same experience to connect with & commiserate. Everyone needs a cheer squad! Let that be us!
We are Family: The beautiful thing about this is that we become a family. You will meet people you can connect with & remain lifelong friends with until you’re old & gray. Some of us already are old & gray, but we’re not judging!
Who do we want?: EVERYONE! If you’re an online student looking for connections with your peers, we’re here for you! Homework becomes more fun & enjoyable when you’re doing it as a team! Another exciting aspect of joining our group is you have the opportunity to have your creative writing published, (short story, poem, etc), in our monthly newsletter! Contact Audrey for more information. Join us: Log into engage and search: Chat It Up Society. Then click join! Connect with Us on Social Media! Facebook: Chat It Up Society- Eastern Kentucky University
Instagram- chatitupsocietyeku

Start from Now is a group to support those dealing with body image issues and/or disordered eating patterns through a blend of education and discussion. This is a weekly group provided by the EKU Counseling Center. A group orientation is required to join this group. Contact Melissa Cozart at melissa.cozart@eku.edu or call (859)622-1303 for more information about scheduling a group orientation appointment.

From 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, the CIEGE is hosting Washington D.C. and New Jersey based poets, Ephraim Nehemiah, Brotha Ash, and Kimelle Ash, along with a special guest performance from Chris Allen. There will be a Black Art Gallery, fresh brewed coffee, and decadent cupcakes and pastries! EKU staff and students wishing to submit Black-centered artwork or perform (poetry/music) can audition to perform by submitting your interest to: bit.ly/coffeehouse23