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Brescia University 2023 Fall Academic Dean’s List

The following undergraduate students from Brescia University were named to the 2023 Fall Dean’s List for completing at least 12 credit hours with a 3.5-4.0 GPA.   Kentucky   Beaver Dam Jayna Patterson, Social Work; Samantha Probus, Elementary Education; Emmalise Wiles, Communication Sciences and Disorders;   Berea Richelle Phillips, Integrated Studies;   Bowling Green Tara…

Phi Alpha, Chi Psi Chapter, Inducts 7 Social Work Students By: Dr. Laura Gibson

Phi Alpha is delighted to announce the induction of 7 new members on February 1, 2024! Phi Alpha, the honor society for social workers, was first established in 1962. Brescia University’s Chi Psi Chapter has been active since 2016. The purpose of the Chapter is to provide a closer bond among students of social work…

Brescia Men’s Basketball Help Celebrate ‘Night to Shine’

On Friday, February 9th the Brescia University men’s basketball team participated in the ‘Tim Tebow’s Night to Shine’ event hosted by Life Community Church at the Owensboro Convention Center. This event, organized by the Tim Tebow Foundation and hosted by Life Community Church, aims to spread love and celebrate the worth of individuals with special…

Brescia University Announces Master of Science in Information Systems Degree

Brescia University is pleased to announce the plan to offer a Master of Science in Information Systems degree. This new program will start Fall 2024 completely online, pending approval the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) and Council on Postsecondary Education (CPE). “Graduates will be able to adapt to the rapidly…

Brescia University to Examine Development of a Master’s Level Physician Assistant Program

Brescia University began conducting a feasibility study more than a year ago to examine the statewide shortage of healthcare workers and work towards developing a Physician Assistant Program. Currently, there are no Physician Assistant Programs in Western Kentucky, and only three in the state. The need for physician assistants is projected to grow by 28…

Brescia University Students Inducted into Alpha Chi & Sophomore Honor Society

On October 29th, ten Brescia University students were inducted into the Alpha Chi National Honor Society and the Brescia University Sophomore Honor Society. Students inducted are from the top 10% of Juniors, Seniors, and Sophomores at Brescia. Congratulations to the inducted students!  Inductees Max Endres Maria “Duda” FeresAshby GreenwellAngelena Henderson Parker Johnston Isabella McChessneyAlexis Miles  Sophomore Honor Society Margaret…

2023-2024 Spirit of Angela Nomination

During Founder’s Week, there is a tradition of recognizing one male and one female student who possesses in remarkable ways the spirit of Saint Angela Merici.  Angela Merici was a leader in great and small ways and touched the lives of many.  She is responsible for founding the Ursuline Sisters whom she named after Saint…

Brescia University now offers Undergraduate Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders Online

Brescia University is excited to announce an online option for their Bachelor’s in Communication Sciences and Disorders, or CSD, degree starting fall of 2024. Students will be able to complete their degree completely online, and complete practicums in their area. This program complements the University’s online Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology, or SLP, program.…

Brescia University Honors Three Alumni at their Distinguished Alumni Banquet

Brescia University honored three alumni at their Distinguished Alumni Banquet on Saturday, September 30th during their 2023 Alumni Homecoming and Family Weekend.  The three inductees were Dr. Francis Hayden ’85, Sr. Anita Louise Lowe ’87, and Patricia Biscopink Merimee ’73. Also during the event, Dr. Preye Agbana ’17 received the Outstanding Graduate of the Last…