The 2004-2005 academic year will mark my first year as President of Kentucky State University. I believe you will find, as I have, that KSU is an institution focused on excellence, an institution embarking on a new era -- transforming itself to meet the ever-expanding needs of its students and the communities it serves.
Kentucky State University is proud of its heritage as a historically black college with a land grant history and unique liberal arts programs. Those three factors work in concert to help form a strong institution. We have quality programs, professors and staff who care about you, small class sizes, and a great location.
As you review the contents of this catalogue, you will see a host of programs that will help you meet your educational needs at the associates, bachelors, or masters levels. We offer outstanding programs in everything from Nursing to Aquaculture, KSU's Program of Distinction. You will find a student body, faculty, and staff that are very ethnically diverse and that come from varying backgrounds. Our graduates include some of the best and brightest from across the state, including state legislators and other government officials.
You will quickly see that the vibrancy of Kentucky State University is evidenced in its students, faculty, and staff. At KSU we are committed to producing good students who will become leaders in the communities in which they live. KSU’s continued excellence will depend on students like you, who show an interest in the university.
We promise that as a university we will work hard to ensure that you will not be disappointed in us. Once you are here you will have an enriching experience inside the classroom and out. We will all work diligently to provide you with the advising and counseling assistance you need in clearing the hurdles that you may face while attending college.
As we start this new era and strive to become a more prominent regional institution, we will need your assistance and the help of all of our friends. When you come to KSU, please help us spread the word about the University so that more people will know what a great asset we are in the community. As importantly, we will also need your help in letting us know how we can make the university better. Kentucky State University has much to celebrate. We will always remember that our students and faculty make us great. Because of that, we will remain committed to meeting your needs.
Kentucky State University has much to celebrate. We will always remember that our students and faculty make us great. Because of that, we will remain committed to meeting your needs
Whether you are just beginning or continuing your educational journey, KSU welcomes you to join the other 2300+ students who are pursuing their dreams and working to achieve their goals at Kentucky State University. Come help us grow and better serve our community.
Sincerely, Mary Evans Sias, Ph.D. President Spring 2004