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KYCOM students participate in White Coat Ceremony
PRESTONSBURG — The University of Pikeville – Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine (KYCOM) celebrated a major milestone Sept. 20 as 145 first-year medical students participated in the annual white coat ceremony at the Mountain Arts Center in Prestonsburg. The ceremony marked the students’ symbolic entry into the medical profession as they donned their white coats
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Program to cover tuition, stipends for UPIKE social work students
PIKEVILLE — The University of Pikeville announced a new partnership with the Child Welfare Prepare, Retain, Engage and Partner Program, a statewide initiative to strengthen Kentucky’s public child welfare workforce. The program, supported by the Cabinet for Health and Family Services and a consortium of social work schools, provides tuition support, stipends and specialized training
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UPIKE expands social work program with flexible online and hybrid options
PIKEVILLE — The University of Pikeville is expanding its Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program with new online and hybrid options, giving students the flexibility to study in-person, online or through a combination of both. Designed for working professionals, student-athletes, parents and other nontraditional students, the program provides an accessible path to a career in
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Smith signs with UPIKE
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Ryan Smith, a wrestler at Martin County High School, signed May 2 at MCHS to continue his academic and athletic career at the University of Pikeville, where he plans to obtain a teaching degree and return to Martin County in the future as an educator. He is the
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Lowe to continue wrestling at UPIKE
BY BRITTNI MCCOY MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — Payton Lowe, a wrestler at Martin County High School, signed a national letter of intent May 2 at MCHS to continue his academic and athletic career at the University of Pikeville, where he plans to study criminal justice. Family members are Jarrett and Connie Lowe. Payton is the
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UPIKE breaks ground on Tanner College of Dental Medicine
PIKEVILLE — The University of Pikeville (UPIKE) broke ground Friday on the Tanner College of Dental Medicine (TCDM), marking a major step in expanding dental care access across the region. Governor Andy Beshear, UPIKE President Burton J. Webb, Ph.D., and other state and local leaders attended the ceremony. The new college will focus on educating
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UPIKE Commencement Ceremonies set for May 4
PIKEVILLE, Ky. – The University of Pikeville (UPIKE) will honor students earning degrees in undergraduate, graduate and health professions on Saturday, May 4, at the Appalachian Wireless Arena in downtown Pikeville. The ceremony for the Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine and the Kentucky College of Optometry will take place at 9:30 a.m., and the ceremony
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Mollett commits to cheer at University of Pikeville
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT Continuing an exciting time for Martin County High School, Kennadi Mollett, a dedicated and versatile two-sport athlete, has officially committed to cheer at the next level for the University of Pikeville. Mollett, known for her hard work, has successfully juggled the demands of both basketball and cheer during her high school career.
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Next class of physicians gathers for white coat ceremony
PIKEVILLE — The Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine (KYCOM) Class of 2027 celebrated the beginning of their medical journey with a white coat ceremony Saturday at the Appalachian Wireless Arena. Approximately 145 white coats were distributed to the new class, composed of talented individuals with a passion for healing. White coat ceremonies are rites of
