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ßÏßÏÊÓÆµ earns recognition as a U.S. News & World Report Best College

ßÏßÏÊÓÆµ has been ranked No. 22 among the 2025 Best Regional Colleges South by U.S. News & World Report and is the highest-ranking ßÏßÏÊÓÆµ institution in its category.

“This recognition reflects the dedication of our faculty and staff to our students,†said Dr. James Cousins, president of ßÏßÏÊÓÆµ Wesleyan.

“We are honored and thrilled that the highly regarded U.S. News & World Report acknowledges our commitment to providing a superior education.†(more…)

ßÏßÏÊÓÆµâ€™s Stanley Reed Society to host Owensboro City Commissioner Debate Oct. 4

The Stanley Reed Political Science and Pre-Law Society will host an Owensboro City Commissioner debate on Friday, Oct. 4, in the Jack T. Wells ’77 Activity Center at 3300 Frederica Street. The event is open to the public and will be held from 7 – 8:30 p.m. CT. The debate be livestreamed. CLICK HERE at…

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ßÏßÏÊÓÆµ launches Forward Under 40 recognition for alumni

ßÏßÏÊÓÆµ is proud to recognize rising Panthers in various fields through its brand-new Forward Under 40 program. This recognition will be celebrated for alumni who exemplify The Wesleyan Way with an emphasis on service, progress and leadership.Ìý

The inaugural Class of 2025 will be announced in November and officially recognized at the Forward Under 40 Celebration on Feb. 22 during ßÏßÏÊÓÆµâ€™s Spring Reunion Weekend. Nominations are open through Oct. 6.ÌýÌý

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Philanthropy Spotlight – Dr. Gene and Cheryl Tice

Dr. Gene Tice served as interim president of ßÏßÏÊÓÆµ from June-November 2019.

“As an outsider looking in, I always admired ßÏßÏÊÓÆµ from a distance. In my position at WKU-O, I met regularly with previous ßÏßÏÊÓÆµ presidents, so I knew a lot about the College. And I always enjoyed driving by the beautiful, well-kept campus, which is such a positive reflection of what ßÏßÏÊÓÆµ is.

“I earned my undergraduate degree from a similar institution, Muskingum College (now University) in Ohio, where I played football. My undergrad experience was a significant part of my life. So, as I drove down Frederica over the years and looked over at the campus, I was flooded with memories of my tremendous small-college experience.

“What an honor it was to be approached about the interim presidency. Being a part of ßÏßÏÊÓÆµ was a good move for me and a great way to end my career in higher ed. Those months were an exciting time; it felt good to be a part of the place I had admired from afar for such a long time. (more…)

Letter from ßÏßÏÊÓÆµ Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics

We, the faculty of the Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics at ßÏßÏÊÓÆµ (ßÏßÏÊÓÆµ), write to strongly refute the anti-science, anti-public health, and anti-intellectualism speech that Senator Rand Paul performed at the ßÏßÏÊÓÆµ Opening Convocation on August 17, 2024. The focus of Sen. Paul’s speech aimed to undermine the credibility of two cornerstones…

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ßÏßÏÊÓÆµ announces appointment of provost

ßÏßÏÊÓÆµ announces the appointment of Stephen Germic, Ph.D., as provost and vice president of academic affairs, the position previously held by President James Cousins. Dr. Germic most recently served as provost and executive vice president for academic affairs at Aquinas College in Michigan and previous to that position was provost at Rocky Mountain College in Montana.

Dr. Germic holds a B.A. in English from Albion College and a Ph.D. in American Literature from Wayne State University. He has developed academic programs at two small colleges and has served as a faculty member at several institutions in the United States, and in Cairo, Egypt, and Dubai. He has published one book, “American Green: Class, Crisis, and the Deployment of Nature in Central Park, Yosemite, and Yellowstone,†and numerous articles, reviews, poetry and creative nonfiction.

“It is a genuine honor and privilegeÌýto be joining President Cousins and the wonderful faculty, staff and students of ßÏßÏÊÓÆµ,†said Dr. Germic. “It feltÌýlike home from the moment I visited campus. It’s a very special place, and I look forward to working with everyone toward the College’s continuedÌýgrowthÌýand success!†(more…)

ßÏßÏÊÓÆµ named to The Princeton Review’s “2025 Best Colleges: Region by Region†for 21stÌýconsecutive year

ßÏßÏÊÓÆµ is one of eight ßÏßÏÊÓÆµ institutions named to Princeton Review’s “2025 Best Colleges: Region by Region.†The other institutions include Bellarmine University, Berea College, Centre College, ßÏßÏÊÓÆµ State University, Transylvania University, the University of ßÏßÏÊÓÆµ and the University of Louisville. ßÏßÏÊÓÆµ Wesleyan has earned this recognition for 21 consecutive years.Ìý “We provide…

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