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Ua3/10/4 Naming & Symbols Task Force Report & Recommendations, Wku President's Office - Caboni Jun 2021

Ua3/10/4 Naming & Symbols Task Force Report & Recommendations, Wku President's Office - Caboni

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Report of the Naming & Symbols Task Force concerning four major areas:

  • Solicit input and perspectives from a broad range of constituencies and stakeholders that will guide us as we examine the origins of the names and symbols used on campus.
  • Audit the names used on buildings and other campus symbols to determine which may be connected to exclusion, segregation, racism or slavery.
  • Create a set of guiding principles and a range of options for how we should address any issues raised.
  • Provide to University leadership a set of recommendations.


Ua1f Wku Cultural Diversity, Wku Archives Jan 2017

Ua1f Wku Cultural Diversity, Wku Archives

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Bibliography of sources related to cultural diversity at WKU.


Ua1f Wku Greek & Service Organizations Bibliography, Wku Archives Jan 2016

Ua1f Wku Greek & Service Organizations Bibliography, Wku Archives

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Bibliography of sources related to discipline, honor, Greek and service fraternities and sororities at WKU.


Ua12/2/33 Black History Month, Wku Association For The Study Of African American Life & History Feb 2014

Ua12/2/33 Black History Month, Wku Association For The Study Of African American Life & History

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WKU Black History Month events poster.


Ua12/2/2 2014 Talisman: Reckoning, Part Ii, Wku Student Affairs Jan 2014

Ua12/2/2 2014 Talisman: Reckoning, Part Ii, Wku Student Affairs

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2014 Talisman yearbook.

  • Hutchins, Seth. A Cut Above – Chris Page, Barbers
  • Rogers, Shelby. Out with the Old – Thompson Science Complex
  • Melcher, Jaclyn. East Meets Western – Shima Alessa, Saudi Arabia, International Students
  • Swanson, Kayla. Deep End: Tim Slattery – Swimming
  • Swanson, Kayla. Tackling Time: Jim Meyer – Football
  • Swanson, Kayla. Beyond the Basket: Kami Howard – Basketball, Class of 1986
  • Moster, Brittany. Right Kind of Writing – Walker Rutledge, English
  • Smith, Mary-Kate. A Bug’s Life – Keith Philips, Biology
  • Kirz, Lindsay. Honors with Par – April Butler, Golf
  • Belknap, Abby. Setting the Tone – Greek Week, Spring Sing …


Ua12/2/2 2014 Talisman: Reckoning, Part I, Wku Student Affairs Jan 2014

Ua12/2/2 2014 Talisman: Reckoning, Part I, Wku Student Affairs

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2014 Talisman yearbook.

  • Wegert, Sally. Stoop Kids
  • Cole, Tanner. Green Thumbs – Horticulture, Facilities Management
  • Kriz, Lindsay. A Driving Force – Steve White, Automobiles
  • Cole, Tanner. Pitch Forward – Soccer
  • Smith, Mary-Kate. Love of the Game – Soccer Club
  • Kriz, Lindsay. Runners Without Borders – Track & Field
  • Cole, Tanner. Lines & Angles – Raymond Poff, Recreation, Fishing
  • Reckoning
  • Beasecker, Allyson. Five-Year Leaders – Football, Luis Polanco, Chuck Franks
  • Pratt, Elliott. Throwing in the Towel – Bobby Petrino, Football
  • Cole, Tanner. Surrounded by Sound – Revolution 91.7, Versie Parker
  • Belknap, Abby. A Clean Sweep – Shaker Village, Barrett Rogers
  • Pointer, …


Ua12/2/33 Whips & Chains, Wku Association For The Study Of African American Life & History Feb 2013

Ua12/2/33 Whips & Chains, Wku Association For The Study Of African American Life & History

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Invitation to first WKU Association for the Study of African American Life & History event entitled Whips & Chains.


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 81, No. 47 [51], Wku Student Affairs May 2006

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 81, No. 47 [51], Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles in this issue:

  • Brandenburg, Katie. Commuters Join Global Fight - Uganda
  • Brandenburg, Katie. Student Government Association Budget has $30K Remaining
  • Coulter, Amber. Sigma Alpha Epsilons Break Ground on New House
  • Harrell, Bobby. Searching for Truth, Team Finds Trophies – WKU Forensics Team
  • McNamara, Andrew. Campus Updates, Repairs Picked Based on Priority
  • Wooden, Kevin. Herald Not Responsible for Lack of Student Government Association Enthusiasm on Campus
  • Kerby, Molly. Western Should Not be Deterred by Arson Attacking Cherry
  • BSAs Should be Thanked – Building Service Attendants, Cherry Hall
  • Coulter, Amber. …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 81, No. 28 [32], Wku Student Affairs Feb 2006

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 81, No. 28 [32], Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles in this issue:

  • Paul, Corey. Western Students Enjoy Performance at Ag Center - Rodeo
  • Harrell, Bobby. Diversity Sees 50th Year on Hill
  • Caudle, Leah. Taxis Confused with Free Rides
  • Coulter, Amber. Smaller Increase Expected – Budget
  • Pell Grants are Vital
  • Wallace, Robert. Campus Rudeness is Not Welcome
  • Walker, Carli. Campus Should Carry Non-Dairy Products
  • North, Amber. Valentine’s Day Should Be Great Day for Everyone
  • Coulter, Amber. Discrimination Case Delayed – Ingrid Woods
  • Brandenburg, Katie. Student Organizations Discuss Diversity – Diversity Council
  • Brandenburg, Katie. Student Government Association May …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 81, No. 26 [28], Wku Student Affairs Jan 2006

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 81, No. 26 [28], Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles in this issue:

  • Harrell, Bobby. Nursing Waiting List Grows Long
  • Bosken, Nina. Chinese Celebrate New Year
  • Richardson, Kelly. Students, Faculty Join Local Protest – Greenwood High School Dress Code
  • Coulter, Amber. University Presidents to Speak on Budget
  • Paul, Corey. Student Arrested During Class – Montez Johnson
  • Paul, Corey. Professor Stable after Severe Fall – Youn Kim
  • Coulter, Amber. Kentucky State Supreme Court to Review Melissa “Katie” Autry Estate Appeals
  • Fee is Fine
  • Ploch, William. Governor’s Races Could Take Center Stage
  • McNamara, Andrew. Indiana Coal May Cut Costs at …


Ua1b2/1 A Commemoration Of Wku's Integration: 1956-2006, Monica G. Burke, Sherese Martin Jan 2006

Ua1b2/1 A Commemoration Of Wku's Integration: 1956-2006, Monica G. Burke, Sherese Martin

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A publication that chronicles the history of WKU's desegregation efforts. This commemorative publication is also an historical document that highlights the prolific accomplishments of WKU African American graduates. The impact of Western's spirit on countless African American graduates and the Bowling Green community unfolds in the pages that follow. The joy of having access to an education, the struggles of transforming an institutional climate, the kindness of WKU faculty, staff, and students and the rewards of walking across the stage in Diddle arena are chronicled by those who experienced it firsthand.


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 81, No. 23 [25], Wku Student Affairs Dec 2005

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 81, No. 23 [25], Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles in this issue:

  • Leslie, Joey. More Students Tested During AIDS Day
  • Hupman, Samantha. J-term More Popular than Anticipated
  • Fontana, Alex. Student Government Association Proposes New Bicycles for Police
  • Bosken, Nina. Students Dodge, Duck, Dive for Charity and Prizes – Special Olympics
  • Richardson, Kelly. Kentucky Community Technical College System Requests Funding – KCTCS
  • Taking the Next Step – Cultural Diversity
  • Eoff, Allison. Pass on Adderall
  • Gabler, R. XXX Ads Disappointing
  • Williams, Suzanne. A Woman’s Heart
  • Hupman, Samantha. Two Fights Reported on Hill
  • Paul, Corey. Kwanzaa to Be Celebrated Today …


Ua68/13/4 Limited Edition, Wku Journalism Jun 2003

Ua68/13/4 Limited Edition, Wku Journalism

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Newspaper created by students participating in the Minority Journalism Workshop hosted by the WKU Journalism Department.

  • Clark, Ashlee. Campus Security Tightens in Wake of Murder
  • Lau, Jessica. Diversity Grows, Problems Persist
  • Yee, April. Home of Love
  • Leong, Jennifer. State Street Baptist Church Rededication Date Set
  • Cowherd, Heather. Growing Up Black in Bowling Green
  • Clark, Ashlee & Aja Junior. Regents Approve Increased Budget
  • Leong, Jennifer. Hispanic Ministry Provides Heartfelt Worship
  • Taylor, Sean. Shake Rag Gains New Support, Awareness
  • Taylor, Sean. Patriot Act Tramples Peoples' Civil Rights
  • Clark, Ashlee. Got Ethics?
  • Winters, Jonathan. Remove Patriotism from Flames
  • Yee, April. Stereotypes
  • Jefferson, Regina …


Ua12/2/1 Then & Now, Wku Student Affairs Oct 2002

Ua12/2/1 Then & Now, Wku Student Affairs

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College Heights Herald homecoming magazine with articles:

  • Holm, Hollan. Big Red Evolves from Joke to Icon
  • Hellmueller, Anthony. What’s Happening for Homecoming?
  • Moore, Michael. Refrigerator Bowl Veterans Reunite
  • Farner, Keith. Colonnade Used to Be Place to Watch Pigskin Fly – Stadium
  • Lord, Joseph. 1962 Basketball Player Remembers Living with Coach E.A. Diddle – Bobby Rascoe, Diddle Dorm
  • Schoenbaechler, Danny & Hollan Holm. 1972 Fraternity Brothers Reunite, Relive Days in Sigma Alpha Epsilon House
  • Robinson, Jocelyn. 1983 The Cellar: From Boogie Nights to Study Nights – West Hall
  • Hopkins, Shawntaye. 1994 Potter Hall Provided Location Near Classes
  • Lowther, Clare. 2002 Tailgating …


Ua68/13/4 Limited Edition, Wku Journalism Jun 2002

Ua68/13/4 Limited Edition, Wku Journalism

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Newspaper created by students participating in the Minority Journalism Workshop hosted by the WKU Journalism Department.

  • Sebastian, Kandace. Shake Rag Preparing for Revival
  • Clark, Ashlee. Concerts in Park Sizzling
  • Byrd, Candice. Actor Relives Washington's Brave Legacy - Josephy Bundy
  • Clark, Ashlee. Multi-faceted Clemette Haskins Returning to Start Foundation
  • Davis, AnCharlene. Uncle Merv Aubespin Tells Students To Make a Difference
  • Relerford, Patrice. Sullivans Share Success to Support Scholarships
  • Long, Michelle. Teacher Trying to Draw Minorities into Profession - Leislie Godo-Solo
  • Tucker, Harold. Army Sets Up Quarters on Hill
  • Belcher, Tammy. Shake Rag Deserves Support
  • Clark, Ashlee. Teach Black History Year Round …


Ua3/9/1 Challenging The Spirit, Wku President's Office Jan 2002

Ua3/9/1 Challenging The Spirit, Wku President's Office

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Progress report on WKU's strategic plan performance indicators for 2001-2002.


Ua11/1 Great Expectations, Vol. 1, Issue 1, Wku Public Affairs Jul 2001

Ua11/1 Great Expectations, Vol. 1, Issue 1, Wku Public Affairs

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Newsletter published by WKU Public Affairs regarding Western Kentucky University news and achievements.


Ua1b1/7 Dedication Of Historical Marker For Jonesville, Kentucky Historical Society Apr 2001

Ua1b1/7 Dedication Of Historical Marker For Jonesville, Kentucky Historical Society

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Program for the dedication of the historical marker for the African American community Jonesville.


Ua68/13/4 Link, Vol. 12, No. 1, Wku Journalism & Broadcasting Mar 2001

Ua68/13/4 Link, Vol. 12, No. 1, Wku Journalism & Broadcasting

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Newsletter created by the WKU School of Journalism & Broadcasting for students and alumni regarding departmental events and activities.


Ua77/4 Uniting The Spirit, Vol. 1, No. 2, Wku Alumni Relations Mar 2000

Ua77/4 Uniting The Spirit, Vol. 1, No. 2, Wku Alumni Relations

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Newsletter created by WKU Society of African American Alumni and Minority Student Support Services to promote spring celebration 2000.


Ua45/6 Commencement Program, Wku Registrar Dec 1999

Ua45/6 Commencement Program, Wku Registrar

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Commencement program listing graduates.


Ua77/4 Uniting The Spirit, Vol. 1, No. 1, Wku Alumni Relations Oct 1999

Ua77/4 Uniting The Spirit, Vol. 1, No. 1, Wku Alumni Relations

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Newsletter created by WKU Society of African American Alumni and Minority Student Support Services to promote homecoming events.


Ua45/6 Commencement Program, Wku Registrar May 1999

Ua45/6 Commencement Program, Wku Registrar

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Commencement program listing graduates.


Ua45/6 Commencement Program, Wku Registrar Dec 1998

Ua45/6 Commencement Program, Wku Registrar

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Commencement program listing graduates.


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 74, No. 8, Wku Student Affairs Sep 1998

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 74, No. 8, Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news:

  • Mayo, Travis. A Crushing Defeat – Football
  • Stamper, John. Fatal Fire Sparking Changes – Murray State University, Housing & Residence Life
  • Karen, Mattias. Insurance Costs Could Drop for Faculty – Employee Benefits
  • Harper, Molly. Report Expresses Concern About Campus Dark Spots – Lighting
  • New Classes Need Funding – Budget, Curriculum
  • Tabor, Chris. Editorial Cartoon More Classes
  • Mead, Ann. Reserved Spots Open After 5 – Parking
  • Wilson, Liz. Take Bake the Night Succeeds – Poetry
  • How Would You Rate Your Computer Skills?
  • Lynn, Kelley. Talent Show Draws All Kinds
  • Englert, …


Ua45/6 Commencement Program, Wku Registrar May 1998

Ua45/6 Commencement Program, Wku Registrar

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Commencement program listing graduates.


Ua45/6 Commencement Program, Wku Registrar Dec 1997

Ua45/6 Commencement Program, Wku Registrar

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Commencement program listing graduates.


Ua45/6 Commencement Program, Wku Registrar May 1997

Ua45/6 Commencement Program, Wku Registrar

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Commencement program listing graduates.


Ua45/6 Commencement Program, Wku Registrar Dec 1996

Ua45/6 Commencement Program, Wku Registrar

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Commencement program listing graduates.


Ua68/13/4 Limited Edition, Wku Journalism Jun 1996

Ua68/13/4 Limited Edition, Wku Journalism

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Newspaper created by students participating in the Minority Journalism Workshop hosted by the WKU Journalism Department.

  • Ramsey, Carine. Labor of Love - Judy Schwank
  • Johnson, Shalana. Mayor Ties Fires to Race - Church arson
  • Cunningham, Shalonda. Social Service Agencies' Funds Restored
  • Davis, Tonie. Nece's Place - Earnece Walker
  • Carroll, Tyneia. Cornelius Martin Shucks Corn for Cars
  • Davis, Tonie. Elderly Foster Goodwill at Girls Club
  • Seymore, Shauna. Howard Bailey Combines Hard Work, Compassion
  • Rucker, Lori. Students Get Basics at the News
  • Carroll, Tyneia. Freshman Program Hopes to Lessen Dropout Rate
  • Doss, Tremecca. Church Burning Investigation Efforts Minimal
  • Rucker, Lori. Police Need …