University of Pikeville

06/18/2026

In observance of Juneteenth, all University of Pikeville offices and campus will be closed Friday, June 19. Offices will reopen Monday, June 22.

06/17/2026

📚 UPIKE’s Patton College of Education has earned an “A” from the National Council on Teacher Quality for excellence in preparing future elementary teachers through the science of reading. This national recognition highlights UPIKE’s commitment to evidence-based literacy instruction and student success.

Read more: https://www.upike.edu/upike-earns-national-recognition-for-preparing-future-elementary-teachers-in-the-science-of-reading/

06/17/2026

Fall is closer than you think. If teaching is your goal, now is the time to take the next step with UPIKE’s Master of Arts in Teaching.

• Designed for students with a degree in a certifiable content area
• Become a certified teacher in as little as 2 years
• No summer courses
• TEACH grant opportunities may cover half of tuition for qualifying students

Learn more or apply at https://www.upike.edu/graduate-studies/master-of-arts-in-teaching/
Questions? Contact Danielle at (606) 218-5009 or [email protected].

06/15/2026

This Magazine Monday, hear from Chairman of the Board of Trustees and UPIKE alum Terry Dotson ’72 on the importance of the Reaching New Heights capital campaign.

Read the Letter From the Chairman → https://issuu.com/upike/docs/upike_magazine_spring_summer_2026/4

06/12/2026

Exploring the future of eye care! Students attending KYCO's Optometry Camp experienced hands-on learning, advanced technology and a glimpse into life as an optometry student.

06/10/2026

Leadership starts in the classroom. The Teacher Leader Master of Arts in Education at UPIKE helps educators strengthen their skills while continuing their careers.

• Complete in 2 years
• No summer classes
• Flexible for working professionals
• TEACH grant opportunities for qualifying students

Classes start this Fall! Learn more or apply at https://www.upike.edu/graduate-studies/teacher-leader-masters/
Questions? Contact Danielle at (606) 218-5009 or [email protected].

Upgrade your career at UPIKE with a teacher leaders masters degree. The University of Pikeville is a private, liberal arts university located in Pikeville, Kentucky, United States. The university is located on a hillside campus overlooking downtown Pikeville.

06/08/2026

This Magazine Monday, the wait is over! The Spring/Summer 2026 issue of UPIKE Magazine is out now.

Centered around the Reaching New Heights capital campaign, this issue highlights the people, partnerships and philanthropy shaping the future of UPIKE through healthcare, scholarships, athletics and student opportunity.

Read how UPIKE is building a stronger future for Appalachia here → https://issuu.com/upike/docs/upike_magazine_spring_summer_2026?fr=xKAE9_zMzMw

06/04/2026

The University of Pikeville community mourns the passing of beloved Faculty Emeritus of Psychology, John Howie, Ph.D. For more than 30 years, Dr. Howie dedicated himself to teaching and mentoring students while becoming an unforgettable presence on campus.

His legacy lives on in the countless students, faculty and staff whose lives were touched by his distinctive personality and unique spirit. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered.

A memorial and celebration of life service will be held in Chrisman Auditorium on July 25.

06/03/2026

Fall is closer than you think. If teaching is your goal, now is the time to take the next step with UPIKE’s Master of Arts in Teaching.

• Designed for students with a degree in a certifiable content area
• Become a certified teacher in as little as 2 years
• No summer courses
• TEACH grant opportunities may cover half of tuition for qualifying students

Learn more or apply at https://www.upike.edu/graduate-studies/master-of-arts-in-teaching/
Questions? Contact Danielle at (606) 218-5009 or [email protected].

Within Elementary, Middle Grades, and Secondary Education levels, UPIKE's MAT Program has a traditional route and an Option 6 route.

06/03/2026

📫 Check your mailbox! The Spring/Summer 2026 issue of UPIKE Magazine is on its way. Need to update your address? Visit https://www.upike.edu/alumni/alumni-update/.