Higher education matters—for students, institutions, and communities across Kentucky.
Explore this year’s highlights as we celebrate the progress made in 2025 and look ahead to what’s next in advancing our 60x30 goal.
Good morning from the 3rd Annual Healthcare Workforce Collaboratory Conference! CPE VP of Workforce & Economic Development Leslie Sizemore opens the event with some good news! Kentucky has experienced a 22.8% surge in health-related majors since 2022.
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We are so excited that we have a full house at the first ever @CPENews Student Access Summit! Kentucky is making great strides in college-going and the people in this room make it happen.
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At today’s board meeting, @universityofky’s Eli Capilouto and @aikcu’s Mason Dyer shared great news: UK has nationally ranked graduation rates & AIKCU is upskilling adult learners - about 1 in 4 bachelor’s degrees now go to non-traditional students. This is how we strengthen Ky!
Today I spoke to the legislature about our campus budget request. There's a direct correlation between thriving businesses and a highly educated workforce. To have both, we must have a highly functional higher education system, and that’s what our budget request will result in.
By researching which occupations are most needed in your region, you can make informed choices about education, training & credentials that lead to rewarding employment. Learn how to find local high-demand careers in our new video: https://t.co/SsE2H5iXYU
During my speech at @CentreC's dedication of a statue memorializing @USSupremeCourt Justice John M. Harlan, I highlighted the power & value of higher education and how the classical education he received prepared him for his life of leadership & service. #KYHigherEdMatters
At CPE today, the National Center on Education and the Economy is facilitating a discussion between university leaders, K-12 leaders, the Kentucky Chamber, and policymakers on building bridges for long-live learning and economic prosperity.
GEAR UP KY is here to stay!
CPE is thrilled to share our renewal grant has been approved. Huge thanks to our staff, coaches & advocates for helping build brighter futures for KY students & families.
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CPE is thrilled to announce Jessica Fletcher has been promoted to Chief Communications Officer!
Jessica will lead strategic communications and continue to lead the work on Futuriti, focused on helping students explore and prepare for rewarding careers.
Congratulations, Jessica!
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I had a great time at the @NCANetwork conference representing @CPENews and talking about @Futuriti_KY! Always fun talking and connecting with my colleagues at @KYAdultEd too!
Find out what you can expect to earn working in nursing careers in KY, how many jobs are projected in this occupation, and where you can get the credentials to start your career - all on Futuriti. There are more than 700 career options to explore! https://t.co/fqFebigI8S
Come talk to me about @Futuriti_KY at the @SOAR_EKY Summit! Learn about Kentucky’s career and college advising platform and how you can use it to find your future!