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College of Education and Human Services News

Gary Harbin, left, Dr. Ben Littlepage, center, and Brenda McGown, right

Dr. Ben Littlepage named chair of Kentucky Teachers' Retirement System Board of Trustees

Dr. Ben Littlepage, professor in the Department of Educational Studies, Leadership and Counseling at ӶƵ State University, has been elected chair of the Board of Trustees for the Teachers' Retirement System of the State of Kentucky (TRS), placing him at the helm of one of the nation's strongest public pension systems serving Kentucky's public educators.

July 30, 2026

A Parkinson’s disease group meets for speech therapy services

Center for Communication Disorders receives special designation

ӶƵ State University's Center for Communication Disorders has been designated as Kentucky's official SPEAK OUT! Therapy & Research Center by Parkinson Voice Project, positioning the University as a regional leader in speech therapy services, research and clinical education for individuals living with Parkinson's disease and Parkinson's Plus syndromes.

June 22, 2026

Coach Brady with scholarship recipients.

Coach Mark Brady Scholarship supports future educators

Two ӶƵ High School graduates pursuing careers in education have been selected as recipients of the Coach Mark Brady Scholarship, a scholarship established to support local students as they prepare to become the next generation of teachers.

June 16, 2026

A photo of Dr. Whaley accepting his recognition.

Dr. David Whaley recognized as a Kentucky Colonel

Dr. David Whaley, dean of the ӶƵ State University College of Education and Human Services, was recognized as a Kentucky Colonel during the ӶƵ State University Board of Regents meeting on June 12.

June 15, 2026

 

 

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