Eastern Kentucky University, an incredible school in Richmond Kentucky, gives students an undergraduate career that they've always dreamed of. Academics are challenging yet informative. Eastern keeps up with the latest technologies and tools to ensure learning for all students. Outside of the classroom, EKU has a booming campus life, getting all students involved in clubs, honor societies, greek organizations, program specific groups, or athletics.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
My tip for prospective students is to come to EKU with an open mind. It won't take but a few minutes walking around on campus to fall in love with the school and the town of Richmond. The sense of Colonel Pride that students and the community have is overwhelming and definitely makes the college experience. Come visit EKU, multiple times if needed, until you are sure this is where you belong. The colonels are ready to welcome you home!
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
Academics depend on the program you are enrolled in. Eastern graduates students that are able to compete for top notch positions against all other applicants. The work is tough, but that's college. Come willing to work, hard work always pays off.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
Living in a dorm at EKU is a great experience. Dorm life allows you to meet others around you and form bonds with them as you take on your college experience. As a former Resident Assistant that worked for EKU housing, I can confidently say that housing strives to provide the best, most comfortable, and eventual dorm life for students. Programs, created by the RA's, are held monthly to offer students opportunities to participate in fun activities while meeting people living in the same building. Living in a dorm is a blast and helps to develop you as a person as most students take on college for the first time on their own.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
EKU has several different food options for students. The Fresh Food Company provides Upstairs Powell, the main dining cafeteria for students, with delicious food such as pizza, pasta, salad, grilled food, and home cooking. There are many different options daily. If you're in more of a hurry and need a quick fix, Downstairs Powell is the place for you. Twisted Taco, The WEDGE, Chick-fil-A, Grill Works, and Subway are open all day every day to provide a delicious meal for students. Other places on campus include Cuisine, Einstein Bagels, Starbucks, and Stratton Cafe. EKU also offers a small store called P.O.D. located in both the Business Center and Downstairs Powell.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
Eastern offers so many different activities. As a undergraduate student, everyone goes to REC the Ravine. This is put on by the Campus REC and H.E.A.T. teams and involves a lot of outdoor activities at the ravine, free t-shirts, and free food! This event is a blast and is held at the beginning of every fall semester. There are also numerous plays and concerts held throughout the semester. Students get discounted tickets for productions so don't forget your ID. Join clubs and get involved is my advice for what to do for fun. Meet people, as many as you can!! Go outside of your comfort zone, out on a limb, join a club that interests you and go with it!
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
College is expensive, but EKU offers the perfect college experience. With help from generous scholarships, students can be successful here at EKU academically and socially. EKU is also named Best for the Vets in 2015 because of all the help and support they offer Veterans.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
There are a few unusual quirks about Eastern. Many have heard about the blue lady that haunts Keene Johnson and is heard singing sometimes. There's also a secret underground tunnel that connects two buildings on campus. Stratton also has a cafe that most students don't know about. Stratton cafe is know for their amazing food and delicious chicken wraps!
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Greek Life isn't for everyone but at EKU, all students are encouraged to go through recruitment. Greek life offers a sense of community with all of the sororities and fraternities. Keep an open mind and be willing to put yourself out there. Greek Life helps to influence the woman or man that you are and encourages you to better yourself while representing an organization bigger than yourself.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
Eastern's Campus has many safety features. The first are RAVE mobile alerts and emails. This is something students have the option to sign up for at any point in their college career at EKU. Alerts are sent to the students phone/email when needed. For example, if campus is closed for weather purposes, students signed up for the program would receive a text message stating that alert. Another safety feature is the EKU Emergency Call boxes on campus. The call boxes are everywhere on campus and are there in case of an emergency or if you feel uncomfortable or like your'e in danger. You press the call button that alerts the police and help will be there within minutes. Officers at EKU are kind, personable, and always willing to help.
Eastern Kentucky University, an incredible school in Richmond Kentucky, gives students an undergraduate career that they've always dreamed of. Academics are challenging yet informative. Eastern keeps up with the latest technologies and tools to ensure learning for all students. Outside of the classroom, EKU has a booming campus life, getting all students involved in clubs, honor societies, greek organizations, program specific groups, or athletics.
My tip for prospective students is to come to EKU with an open mind. It won't take but a few minutes walking around on campus to fall in love with the school and the town of Richmond. The sense of Colonel Pride that students and the community have is overwhelming and definitely makes the college experience. Come visit EKU, multiple times if needed, until you are sure this is where you belong. The colonels are ready to welcome you home!
Academics depend on the program you are enrolled in. Eastern graduates students that are able to compete for top notch positions against all other applicants. The work is tough, but that's college. Come willing to work, hard work always pays off.
Living in a dorm at EKU is a great experience. Dorm life allows you to meet others around you and form bonds with them as you take on your college experience. As a former Resident Assistant that worked for EKU housing, I can confidently say that housing strives to provide the best, most comfortable, and eventual dorm life for students. Programs, created by the RA's, are held monthly to offer students opportunities to participate in fun activities while meeting people living in the same building. Living in a dorm is a blast and helps to develop you as a person as most students take on college for the first time on their own.
EKU has several different food options for students. The Fresh Food Company provides Upstairs Powell, the main dining cafeteria for students, with delicious food such as pizza, pasta, salad, grilled food, and home cooking. There are many different options daily. If you're in more of a hurry and need a quick fix, Downstairs Powell is the place for you. Twisted Taco, The WEDGE, Chick-fil-A, Grill Works, and Subway are open all day every day to provide a delicious meal for students. Other places on campus include Cuisine, Einstein Bagels, Starbucks, and Stratton Cafe. EKU also offers a small store called P.O.D. located in both the Business Center and Downstairs Powell.
Eastern offers so many different activities. As a undergraduate student, everyone goes to REC the Ravine. This is put on by the Campus REC and H.E.A.T. teams and involves a lot of outdoor activities at the ravine, free t-shirts, and free food! This event is a blast and is held at the beginning of every fall semester. There are also numerous plays and concerts held throughout the semester. Students get discounted tickets for productions so don't forget your ID. Join clubs and get involved is my advice for what to do for fun. Meet people, as many as you can!! Go outside of your comfort zone, out on a limb, join a club that interests you and go with it!
College is expensive, but EKU offers the perfect college experience. With help from generous scholarships, students can be successful here at EKU academically and socially. EKU is also named Best for the Vets in 2015 because of all the help and support they offer Veterans.
There are a few unusual quirks about Eastern. Many have heard about the blue lady that haunts Keene Johnson and is heard singing sometimes. There's also a secret underground tunnel that connects two buildings on campus. Stratton also has a cafe that most students don't know about. Stratton cafe is know for their amazing food and delicious chicken wraps!
Greek Life isn't for everyone but at EKU, all students are encouraged to go through recruitment. Greek life offers a sense of community with all of the sororities and fraternities. Keep an open mind and be willing to put yourself out there. Greek Life helps to influence the woman or man that you are and encourages you to better yourself while representing an organization bigger than yourself.
Eastern's Campus has many safety features. The first are RAVE mobile alerts and emails. This is something students have the option to sign up for at any point in their college career at EKU. Alerts are sent to the students phone/email when needed. For example, if campus is closed for weather purposes, students signed up for the program would receive a text message stating that alert. Another safety feature is the EKU Emergency Call boxes on campus. The call boxes are everywhere on campus and are there in case of an emergency or if you feel uncomfortable or like your'e in danger. You press the call button that alerts the police and help will be there within minutes. Officers at EKU are kind, personable, and always willing to help.