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Aerospace and aviation careers now highlighted on Futuriti.org
May 28, 2025
Kentuckians now have a new way to learn about the emerging high-demand careers within the Commonwealth’s aerospace and aviation industry. Futuriti.org, the state’s career exploration website. Read more >>
Dr. Aaron Thompson inducted into the Junior Achievement Bluegrass Business Fall of Fame
May 23, 2025
Dr. Aaron Thompson was inducted into the Junior Achievement Bluegrass Business Hall of Fame on May 22 at Keeneland Race Track. Business Hall of Fame laureates are recognized for their career achievements, community service and being a role model... Read more >>
New statewide “I’m IN” PSA features Kentucky students and inspires futures
May 15, 2025
In celebration of 25 years of student success through the GEAR UP program, the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education (CPE) has launched the new “I’m IN!” public service announcement (PSA), featuring Kentucky high school seniors. Read more >>
Kentucky Advising Academy awards grants up to $10,000 to six schools to support postsecondary advising
May 14, 2025
Six Kentucky K-12 public high schools and area technology centers were named the recipients of grants to support postsecondary readiness advising. Read more >>
Kentucky celebrates 25 years of GEAR UP and #GEARUPworks Day
May 1, 2025
On May 1, the Commonwealth of Kentucky proudly recognized #GEARUPworks Day, as officially proclaimed by Governor Andy Beshear, in celebration of 25 years of GEAR UP’s impact. Read more >>
New issue brief recommends strategies to re-enroll adults with some college but no credential
April 30, 2025
A new issue brief by Ithaka S+R explores why an estimated 557,000 Kentuckians with some college credit but no degree have not re-enrolled in postsecondary education. Read more >>
Dr. Aaron Thompson wins prestigious award from East Kentucky Leadership Foundation (EKLF)
April 25, 2025
Dr. Aaron Thompson, CPE president, received a 2025 EKLF leadership award for Eastern Kentucky natives whose public service contributes to the betterment of the region. Read more >>
CPE board approves tuition and mandatory fee ceilings for 2025-26 and 2026-27
April 18, 2025
CPE's board approved a recommendation to limit increases in undergraduate tuition and mandatory fees for resident students in 2025-26 and 2026-27 Read more >>
Kentucky students and educators honored at final GEAR UP Kentucky Institute
April 17, 2025
At its annual institute, GEAR UP Kentucky recognized 12 students and 12 faculty for their accomplishments. Read more >>
CPE receives $489K to fund recovery resource centers on Kentucky campuses
April 10, 2025
CPE received a $488,676 grant from Kentucky’s Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission to fund Collegiate Recovery Resource Centers (CRRCs) on up to five college campuses. Read more >>
State’s educational attainment rate edges closer to 2030 goal
April 7, 2025
The percentage of working-age Kentuckians with a postsecondary certificate or degree has risen to 56.2 percent, according to a CPE analysis. Read more >>
CPE, campuses launch new initiative to expand credit for prior learning
April 1, 2025
The KYSSC has launched a year-long initiative to encourage colleges and universities to award academic credit for knowledge gained through work, military or life experiences. Read more >>
Last Updated 4/7/2023