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It wasn’t that long ago that conservative governmental leaders in Kentucky were complaining that the state was preparing too many people to become teachers. This wrongheaded political argument was really a pretext for reducing state spending to justify tax cuts – mostly benefitting the wealthy. In the New York Times, Paul Krugman likened the efforts of former one-term Kentucky governor Matt Bevin to a “war on education.” The teachers responded...Read More

Private security refers to the provision of security services to private individuals and organizations. These services may include the protection of people, property, and assets, as well as the provision of security consulting, risk assessment, and training services. Private security is a rapidly growing industry, with increasing demand for its services in a range of sectors, including corporate, residential, retail, and event security.Read More

A growing number of entry-level paralegal careers are focusing on working in the area of e-discovery. E-discovery takes many forms, but almost always involves the review, classification, and organization of a large number of electronic documents. Corporations, small businesses, and even individuals these days create an enormous number of electronic documents from emails, advertisements, social media posts, and texts. In litigation as well as several transactional settings such as business...Read More

In today’s world, people are exposed to many forms of social injustices. Examples include gun violence, police reform, attacks on civil rights, and wealth distribution. To bring about real change in our society, it is important to become an informed and involved citizen. Many times, these changes start at the local level. Getting involved with local politics provides the opportunity to use public service to make a real difference in...Read More

EKU’s bachelor’s degree in fire protection and safety engineering technology offers students a degree that is ABET-ETAC accredited. ETAC (Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission) is an accreditation that in some states will allow you to pursue professional engineering licensure. However, other states will not accept ABET-ETAC accredited degrees in order to pursue professional licensure. More about ABET accreditation can be seen in one of our recent articles.Read More

EKU instructor, Matthew Howell, believes in relationship building and taking an active part in his student’s educational experience. He goes above and beyond to ensure his online students have opportunities to interact and engage with him. Howell’s personal attention and dedication to helping students prepare to make their mark in the field makes him a particular point of pride on EKU’s campuses, both in-person and virtual. We take great pride...Read More

One of the most significant benefits of a degree in psychology is gaining a deeper understanding of human behavior. This understanding can be applied to many different industries, including healthcare, education, business, and social work. Employers value employees who can understand human behavior and apply that knowledge to improve their work.Read More

A Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree is a popular choice for individuals seeking to enhance their career prospects and acquire valuable skills and knowledge. Earning an MBA provides numerous benefits, including personal and professional growth, a wider career scope, and an increase in earning potential.Read More