The Spring 2025 EKU Magazine is Here! You can find a digital copy of the magazine under the Alumni Resourses tab above.
Jun 17, Tuesday June 17, 2025: EKU Night at the Cincinnati Reds Join us at our annual event on June 17th for EKU Alumni at the Cincinnati Reds. This year we will host the exclusive event in the Center Field Pavilion with climate control, buffet, drinks and views overlooking the bullpen and outfield at Great American Ball Park! Tickets are limited for this experience, register today! #GoBigE #EternalColonels
Jul 17, Thursday July 17, 2025: Trivia Night at Elmwood Mansion 2025 Trivia Night at Elmwood Mansion is back! Put your wits to the test with fellow Alumni and Friends at our annual EKU Trivia Night! Enjoy a summer evening on the Elmwood lawn where you can tour the estate, compete to win prizes, and connect with your Colonel family, all while enjoying delicious food and live music. The event will be hosted on Thursday, July 17th from 5:00pm - 9:00pm.
A Legacy of Learning: Five Generations of EKU Colonels Luke Fletcher, a Madison County native, is a fifth-generation graduate of Eastern Kentucky University (EKU), continuing a family legacy that began in 1916 with his great-great-grandfather, Sawyer A. Mills. The Mills-Pearson-Fletcher family's century-long connection to EKU highlights the university’s enduring role in supporting generations of students through education and community.
“Be You”: EKU Alums Offer a Roadmap for Autism With Kham’s Klub Nonprofit More than 85,000 people in Kentucky have been formally diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Nationally, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently reported that about 1 in every 31 children was diagnosed with autism by age 8 in 2022, up from 1 in 36 in 2020. Despite the widespread impact, many states lack the necessary resources to help families navigate the complexities of an autism diagnosis. With April being Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month, attention across Kentucky and the country has turned to the need for support systems in local communities. Motivated by their own firsthand experiences, two Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) graduates founded Kham’s Klub, a nonprofit organization in Richmond dedicated to supporting families as they navigate an autism diagnosis. Read on to discover how Kham’s Klub is making a difference across Kentucky.
EKU Volleyball Team Going to Europe, Thanks to Support from Former Coach Polvino Hall of Fame Volleyball Coach Dr. Geri Polvino continues her legacy of generosity with two transformational gifts totaling $125,000 to EKU’s Volleyball Team. Her donations establish the Volleyball Alumni Legacy Fund to inspire alumni support and fund a 2025 European tour, offering student-athletes international competition and cultural experiences. A pioneer in collegiate volleyball, Polvino’s contributions have shaped the program’s success both on and off the court. Her unwavering dedication to EKU, totaling nearly $900,000 in support, ensures a bright future for women’s athletics and student achievement.