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Student panel discusses the value of mentorship, holistic supports

May 3, 2022
Student success is about more than enrollment numbers, graduation rates and GPAs—it requires going beyond academics to support the physical, emotional and logistical needs of students. That was the message a panel of college students delivered... Read more >>

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CPE approves $17.5 million disbursement to KSU

May 3, 2022
At its April 15 meeting, CPE took action to address financial instability at Kentucky State University as specified in HB 250. Topping the list was approval of KSU’s request for a disbursement of $17.5 million to address the current year budget... Read more >>

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New state budget makes historic investment in higher education

May 3, 2022
The state’s landmark biennial budget, passed in April, makes the largest investment in higher education Kentucky has seen in decades. We broke down where the money is going, from performance funding to research support to building updates and new... Read more >>

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Legislative session closes with new higher education bills in the books

May 2, 2022
The 2022 Regular Session of the Kentucky General Assembly adjourned April 14, and CPE has been tracking the bills that impact postsecondary education. Read our quick guide to the legislation that will affect you. Read more >>

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Aaron Thompson named to Modern Healthcare’s Excellence in Governance Class of 2022

April 18, 2022
Baptist Health announced Aaron Thompson, who also serves as chair of the Baptist Health System Board of Directors, is among the 2022 class of Modern Healthcare’s Excellence in Governance award. Read more >>

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CPE approves KSU request for $17.5 million disbursement, new academic programs at UofL and WKU

April 18, 2022
CPE took actions to address financial instability at Kentucky State University as specified in HB 250, enacted earlier this month. Read more >>

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Statement on Kentucky 2023-2024 Biennial Budget and KSU funding from CPE President Aaron Thompson

April 15, 2022
Statement from President Aaron Thompson on the legislature's historic investment in higher education in the 2023-24 biennial budget. Read more >>

CPE passes resolutions honoring General Assembly, Beshear for dedication to higher education

CPE passes resolutions honoring General Assembly, Beshear for dedication to higher education

April 15, 2022
CPE passed resolutions at their meeting, one commending the members of the Kentucky General Assembly and the other commending Gov. Andy Beshear for their service to postsecondary education in the commonwealth. Read more >>

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Student Success Summit to be held April 11-12

March 24, 2022
Don't forget to register now for the Council's annual Student Success Summit. This year's theme is Innovation through Collaboration. Read more >>

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Q&A with Nancy Zimpher, National Association of System Heads director

March 22, 2022
One of the featured speakers at the 2022 Student Success Summit is SUNY chancellor emeritus Nancy Zimpher. We talk with Zimpher about the topic of "systemness" and what it means for Kentucky. Read more >>

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Statement from Aaron Thompson on Senate Budget

March 10, 2022
President Thompson's statement on passage of the Senate budget during the 2022 legislative session. Read more >>

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CPE awards $3.5 million in grants to support summer bridge programs on campuses

March 8, 2022
CPE announced today that 29 programs at 25 Kentucky colleges and universities will receive grants of up to $200,000 each, totaling $3.5 million, to support summer bridge programs focused on improving college preparation and retention. Read more >>

Last Updated 4/7/2023