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The Kentucky Wesleyan College Board of Trustees has appointed Dr. Stephen Germic, Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs, to serve as interim president of the College. Dr. Germic will step into the role on July 1st, ensuring uninterrupted progress on the College’s ambitious academic agenda, while Dr. James Cousins and his family prepare for their move to Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania.

OWENSBORO, Ky. — Kentucky Wesleyan College today announced that President Dr. James P. Cousins will conclude his service to the College on July 31, 2026, after five years of leadership. The Board of Trustees will meet in the coming days to name an interim president and to determine the timeline for identifying Kentucky Wesleyan’s 37th president. The College’s ambitious work will continue without interruption throughout the transition, driven by its cabinet, faculty, and staff.

OWENSBORO, Ky. — Kentucky Wesleyan College and the Owensboro YMCA announced today plans for a new school-age childhood center to be located on Kentucky Wesleyan College property, marking a significant step forward in a project supported by a $6.6 million grant thanks to an earmark from Senator Mitch McConnell and supported by Mayor Tom Watson. The planned center reflects a long period of engagement, planning, and discussion between the two institutions.

The Kentucky Court of Appeals will convene Thursday, May 28, in Owensboro to hear oral arguments in two cases. The proceedings, free and open to the public, will be hosted by Kentucky Wesleyan College in the Jack T. Wells Activity Center at 3300 Frederica St. Bringing the Court of Appeals to campus gives Kentucky Wesleyan students — particularly those studying pre-law, criminal justice, political science, and history — a rare chance to see appellate advocacy firsthand.

Owensboro, Ky. (May 20, 2026) – Kentucky Wesleyan College will host Transfer Week June 1–5, 2026, opening its campus and admissions team to Oakland City University students weighing their options following recent announcements about the university’s future. KWC admissions counselors, financial aid staff, the registrar, faculty, and coaches will set aside dedicated time to meet one-on-one with prospective transfer students.

A Kentucky Wesleyan degree opens real doors. Our graduates land careers in their fields, earn seats at top graduate schools, and step into roles that matter, from local classrooms to federal agencies. The numbers on this page tell that story. Behind each one is a Panther whose KWC education prepared them for what came next. Choosing a college is one of the largest decisions a family will make. We don’t take that lightly.

Dr. Diane Earle, Professor Emerita of Music Kentucky Wesleyan College is inviting the public to celebrate the release of a new album by pianist Diane Earle, professor emerita of music and principal pianist of the Owensboro Symphony Orchestra. The event will be held Thursday, June 4, at 6 p.m. at Tapscott Chapel in the college’s Administration Building. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear the album, enjoy refreshments, and experience live performances of select tracks by Earle.

Dr. Cousins presents diploma to Allison Bunner ’25. Kentucky Wesleyan College conferred degrees on 181 graduates during its commencement ceremony Friday, May 2, at Owensboro Christian Church, celebrating a class that arrived from 18 states and eight countries to find home in Owensboro. The ceremony capped four years for a class that chose Kentucky Wesleyan for its close-knit community, hands-on learning and the promise of being known, not just enrolled.

Kentucky Wesleyan College celebrated outstanding student leadership and the impact of campus organizations at the annual Student Involvement Awards on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. The ceremony recognized students and student organizations who go above and beyond to build community, serve others, and make a lasting impact on campus life.

Kentucky Wesleyan College honored outstanding student achievement and recognized exceptional faculty and staff at its annual Honors Convocation on Friday, April 9. The ceremony celebrated students who exemplify excellence in character, leadership, service, and dedication to the values that define the Panther community. Awards ranged from academic distinction to leadership recognition and service excellence.