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University of the Cumberlands is the largest and most affordable private university in Kentucky. Located in Williamsburg, Kentucky, Cumberlands is an institution of regional distinction offering quality undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and online degree programs.

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University of the Cumberlands is the largest and most affordable private university in Kentucky. Located in Williamsburg, Kentucky, Cumberlands is an institution of regional distinction offering quality undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and online degree programs.

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Maura Allen wins Dr. Tessa Nelson Humphries Freshman Writing Award

Scholarship honoring student achievement.
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Scholarship - May 14

Lucas Bargo wins Virginia Lovett Scholarship for Superior English Students

Scholarship honoring student achievement.
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Scholarship - May 14

Departmental Award

University of the Cumberlands proudly recognizes students who demonstrate exceptional achievement in academics, service, and leadership. Each year, select students are chosen by their respective departments to receive departmental awards in recognition of their accomplishments and character.
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Academic competition - May 14

Cheyenne Rose Haning Wins Harold Wortman Scholarship

University of the Cumberlands proudly recognizes students who demonstrate exceptional achievement in academics, service, and leadership. Each year, select students are chosen by their respective departments to receive departmental awards in recognition of their accomplishments and character. Cheyenne Rose Haning has been honored with the Harold Wortman Scholarship.
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Academic competition - May 14

Cheryl J. Arledge wins Fitness and Sports Management Student of the Year Award

University of the Cumberlands proudly recognizes students who demonstrate exceptional achievement in academics, service, and leadership. Each year, select students are chosen by their respective departments to receive departmental awards in recognition of their accomplishments and character. Cheryl J. Arledge has been honored with the Fitness and Sports Management Student of the Year Award.
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Student Excellence - May 14

Samuel "Blake" McCullah named Presidential Scholar

University of the Cumberlands offers undergraduate students who have excelled academically an opportunity to complete significant research in their major field of study. This advanced independent study or creative activity is conducted over two semesters and mentored by a faculty member. The resulting thesis and oral presentation are reviewed and approved by both the academic department and the Presidential Scholars Research Committee.
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Student Excellence - 2024 Apr 30

Xiang "Nemo" Li Wins Milton Murphey Missions Service Award

University of the Cumberlands proudly recognizes students who demonstrate exceptional achievement in academics, service, and leadership. Each year, select students are chosen to receive scholarships in recognition of their accomplishments and character. Xiang "Nemo" Li has been honored with the Milton Murphey Missions Service Award.
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Leadership - May 14

Piper McGuire wins Mary Mildred Sullivan Award

The Mary Mildred Sullivan Award honors a female student from the senior class who has made significant contributions to university life while demonstrating outstanding spiritual values.
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Community Service - May 12

Army ROTC cadets commissioned as second lieutenants

University of the Cumberlands recently hosted a commissioning ceremony on campus for four of its graduating Army ROTC cadets, now second lieutenants.
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Leadership - 2024 May 13

Michael Neal wins T.E. Mahan Memorial Service Award

The T.E. Mahan Memorial Service Award is presented to a male student in his junior year of study who is expected to make an outstanding contribution to his community in the future.
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Community Service - May 12

Cumberlands announces President's List

In recognition of academic performance, the Office of Academic Affairs at University of the Cumberlands has announced the students named to the President's List for the spring 2025 semester.
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President's List - May 6

Cumberlands announces President's List for Fall '24 semester

In recognition of academic performance, the Office of Academic Affairs at University of the Cumberlands has announced the students named to the President's List for the fall 2024 semester. To be eligible for the President's List, students must be enrolled in at least 12 credit hours (a full course load), maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 4.0 for the semester, receive an "A" grade in UC Engage, and be in good academic standing. (Note: All students who are named to the President's List automatically make the Dean's List, since the Dean's List requires a minimum semester GPA of 3.5; however, Cumberlands only lists students on either the Dean's List or the President's List, to avoid overlap.)
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President's List - Jan 3

Cumberlands Announces Dean's List

In recognition of academic performance, the Office of Academic Affairs at University of the Cumberlands has announced the students named to the Dean's List for the spring 2025 semester.
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Dean's List - May 6

Cumberlands announces Dean's List for Fall '24 semester

In recognition of academic performance, the Office of Academic Affairs at University of the Cumberlands has announced the students named to the Dean's List for the fall 2024 semester. To be eligible for the Dean's List, students must be enrolled in at least 12 credit hours (a full course load), maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 for the semester, and be in good academic standing.
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Dean's List - Jan 3

Cumberlands Sigma Pi Sigma Inductee

University of the Cumberlands' Chapter of Sigma Pi Sigma held its Spring 2025 Induction Ceremony on April 22, welcoming nine new student members. The national physics honor society recognizes excellence in physics and scholarship. During the event, chapter members also elected officers for both the spring semester and the upcoming academic year. Sigma Pi Sigma, founded in 1921, is a member of the Association of College Honor Societies and an affiliated society of the American Institute of Physics. Cumberlands' chapter was established in 1998.
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Honor Society - Apr 30

Cumberlands students inducted into Kappa Delta Pi

Students at University of the Cumberlands were recently inducted into Kappa Delta Pi, national education honor society.
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Honor Society - 2024 May 23

Cumberlands congratulates newest graduates

Everyone at University of the Cumberlands wishes heartfelt congratulations to all graduates in the Class of 2024!
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Graduation - 2024 May 13

PA students receive hoods at ceremony

Students who completed their Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MSPAS) at University of the Cumberlands' Williamsburg, KY, campus recently enjoyed a hooding ceremony as a sign of their graduation from the program.
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Graduation - 2024 Apr 1

Students win study abroad scholarships

Three students from University of the Cumberlands are getting the once-in-a-lifetime chance to travel the world this spring - and have it partially paid for!
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Study Abroad - 2024 Mar 18

Students selected for all-state bands, choir

Students from University of the Cumberlands recently participated in the 2024 Kentucky Intercollegiate Band, Kentucky Intercollegiate Jazz Ensemble, and All-Collegiate Choir held in conjunction with the Kentucky Music Educators Association (KMEA) Conference held in Louisville, Kentucky.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2024 Mar 7

Students win study abroad financial awards

Three Cumberlands students have received significant financial awards toward their study abroad adventures, thanks to generous donors.
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Study Abroad - 2023 Apr 11

Abby Elam displays artwork in gallery

University of the Cumberlands senior Abby Elam displays artwork in Cumberlands' art gallery.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2023 Apr 19

Students finish blockchain research fellowship

Two graduate students at University of the Cumberlands who received research fellowships to study emerging blockchain technologies have recently published their findings.
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Internship - 2023 May 16
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