The Association of Independent Colleges and Universities

Partners for the Commonwealth Annual Report 2005 Contents

1 Letter from the President 2 Facts 4 Scholarship Partners 6 Financial Aid 8 Business Services 10 Teaching and Learning 12 Government Relations The Association of Independent Kentucky Colleges and Universities Letter from Asbury College the President Campbellsville University Dear Friends of Independent Higher Education,

The AIKCU mission is to promote the well-being of our members and support their efforts Georgetown College to deliver the highest quality postsecondary education services. A simple enough mission, Kentucky Christian University but implementation evolves continuously given changing student and societal expectations Kentucky Wesleyan College coupled with ever-present fiscal realities. This 2004-05 AIKCU Annual Report is designed to provide a brief but comprehensive overview of the last fiscal year’s activities and initiatives Midway College ending June 30. We have sought to provide balance between the facts and faces that tell our story and descriptions of our evolving activities in support of our members. Our goal is to Pikeville College give you a sense of how we are fulfilling our mission. Saint Catharine College The information contained between these covers affirms the place of independent colleges Thomas More College and universities in the larger postsecondary education milieu. It depicts an independent collegiate sector that is a mosaic of productive and successful non-profit campuses striving to balance adherence to heritage while incorporating the latest learning strategies to effectively and efficiently educate a diverse range of students. University of the Cumberlands

This report highlights our efforts to meet traditional and changing expectations for the Association. Traditional ways we are meeting these include raising funds in the business community for student scholarships, advocating for student access to an independent college education through support for federal and state student financial aid and loan programs, and representing our members in the policy-making process so they have a reasonable chance to meet their own students’ and constituents’ expectations.

This report provides a vehicle to show how we are meeting fresh opportunities and challenges. Sustaining the unique, bedrock qualities associated with independent higher education in a changing fiscal and competitive environment has provided new focus for our efforts. They are driven by the realization that rapid shifts in areas such as technology and modes of communication are offering new opportunities and unsettling challenges. Changing expectations also present new fiscal challenges to leaders that make extraordinary efforts to keep an independent college education affordable.

There is a growing realization that our sector contributes substantially to meeting the public policy expectations of postsecondary education. Kentucky’s recently revised postsecondary education public agenda rightfully anticipates that we will continually contribute as positive partners in addressing the state’s educational needs.

This report includes selected facts and figures that showcase our members’ contributions to the Commonwealth’s postsecondary expectations, such as our role in enrolling, educating and graduating students, especially in critically important academic disciplines. It shows how we are keeping our campuses affordable for students and families. It also contains information about collaborative member service initiatives developed to aid members meet their own traditional and emerging expectations.

Thanks for your interest in and support of AIKCU and its members,

Gary S. Cox , Ph.D. President

Learn more—Visit AIKCU.org  Independent Colleges and Universities are Affordable Tuition and fees at Kentucky’s independent colleges and universities are about Things you 1/3 lower than the national average for private four year institutions. • 2004-05 US average tuition and fees at private four year institutions was $20,045. Tuition and might not fees at Kentucky’s private colleges and universities was only $13,480 (Source: College Board, AIKCU) Thanks to grants and scholarships, most students at Kentucky private colleges know and universities pay much less than the low published tuition. • 97% of students at Kentucky’s private colleges and universities receive some form of financial (or expect) aid (Source: IPEDS, first-time, full-time students).

• Independent colleges and universities are about Sources of aid to AIKCU students by the largest providers of financial aid to their average aid amount and source students. 88% of AIKCU’s entering freshmen 16000 Kentucky’s receive institutional aid (Source: IPEDS). 14000 Federal Aid (Pell 12000 Grants) 10000 • The majority of financial aid provided to AIKCU State Aid (Avg. 16000 independent 8000 awards for KTG, students, from campus resources and the Ken- KEES, CAP) 14000 Federal Aid (Pell 6000 Institutional Aid 12000 Grants) 4000 tucky Higher Education Assistance Authority 10000 2000 (KHEAA), is based on financial need. collegesState Aid (Avg.and 0 8000 awards for KTG, Average Aid Amount By Category 6000 KEES, CAP) Institutional Aid 4000 universities Sources: IPEDS, KHEAA, NAICU 2000 0 Average Aid Amount By Category Independent Colleges and Universities are Diverse Kentucky’s independent institutions provide students with high quality choices in postsecondary education. • AIKCU’s 19 institutions are diverse in mission, student population, and location. They range from small rural liberal arts colleges to comprehensive urban universities, from highly selec- tive to open admissions, and from almost exclusively residential campuses to campuses offering flexible course delivery through online and extended campus programs. This diversity allows students to find the environment where they have the most potential for academic success and 97% of can grow into leaders and strong citizens. AIKCU institutions effectively serve minorities and low income students. AIKCU • Nearly 8% of all AIKCU students are racial or ethnic minorities. 5.7% of AIKCU students are African-American (Source: IPEDS). • 47% of AIKCU students receive federal Pell Grants, which serve students from the lowest students income brackets. AIKCU institutions enroll low income students in the same proportions as four year public institutions

receive 50 45 40 35 some form 30 AIKCU 25 Four Year Public 20 Universities 15 10 of financial 5 0 Source: Office of Student Percent of Students Receiving Pell Grants Financial Assistance, US Dept. of aid. Education. Analysis by NAICU.

AIKCU institutions are meeting the needs of non-traditional students • 26% of AIKCU students are 25 or older (Source: IPEDS). They are being served in traditional campus settings and through accelerated degree completion programs, extended campus offer- ings, partnerships with community colleges, distance learning programs, and other innovative delivery methods.

 Learn more—Visit AIKCU.org AIKCU members enroll 11% AIKCU by the numbers: of higher education students in Kentucky, but produce 19 non-profit institutions high percentages of the state’s bachelor’s degrees in 95,000 alumni living fields critical to the growth in Kentucky of Kentucky’s knowledge economy in the global market: Over 5,000 employees • 23% Computer Science • 35% Economics 25,000 students • 32% Foreign Language • 34% Biology & Biochemical 18,000 in-state students Sciences • 33% Math • 30% Chemistry 11% of Kentucky’s • 34% Physics postsecondary

Source: CPE Comprehensive Database, enrollment 2004 Completions Data 86% undergraduates Independent Colleges and Universities Complement 26% are 25 years old or older State-Funded Institutions to Benefit the Commonwealth In support of their broad public missions, Kentucky’s state-funded community colleges 8% minority and universities receive on average about $5600 per student in direct state financial support. AIKCU members, while not receiving similar state support, also meet state 78% attend full-time needs. Independent colleges and universities enroll about 11 percent of Kentucky’s postsecondary students and produce about 22 percent of bachelor’s degrees, including 165 undergraduate degree one-fourth of the nursing degrees, more than one-third of teachers, and high proportions of degrees important to developing Kentucky’s knowledge economy in the global market. programs Graduation rates by sector 60 More than 5000 degrees • Independent college and 50 university students are more awarded annually 40 AIKCU Students likely to graduate in four 30 Public University years. Less time spent as 22% of KY bachelor’s degrees 20 Students an undergraduate reduces the amount of tuition paid 10 1/3 of Kentucky teachers and can mean less forgone 0 income. Graduate in 4 Graduate in 5 Graduate in 6 1/4 of nursing degrees years years years Source: IPEDS

• AIKCU members are building capacity in high demand areas — adding programs and facilities — in critical areas like nursing, allied health careers, special education, and the sciences. This growth, fueled by private contributions, allows the independent institutions to serve growing numbers of students and reduces the burden on the Commonwealth to invest in additional programs and facilities. • AIKCU members’ continued emphasis on liberal arts in the context of workforce preparation—as well as their commitments to study abroad programs, internships, student leadership, and service—produce graduates prepared to adapt to changing economic conditions and to thrive in the global marketplace.

Several AIKCU institutions are located in some of the state’s poorest and most underserved regions. Often they are among the largest employers, they serve as cultural centers, and their students and employees are vital providers of community service.

Learn more—Visit AIKCU.org  Student Profile Scholarship Partners Since 1952, AIKCU has worked on behalf of member institutions to pursue contributions and grants from corporations and foundations to support scholarships, student financial aid, and other activities that benefit students and learning at AIKCU’s member institutions. Originally founded as the Kentucky Independent College Fund (KICF) in 1952, the fundraising organization converged with the state’s independent higher education policy group in 1997. The merger of the two organizations into AIKCU was completed in 2002. Giving through the Association remains an efficient way for donors to invest in independent higher . The partners listed in this report have made a significant investment in the future of the Commonwealth through their contributions of $1000 or more in 2004-05. Jeanine Babbage On behalf of our members and students, AIKCU values the commitment Spalding University of every donor, regardless of amount, to independent higher education Anticipated Graduation: 2006 in Kentucky. Major: English Post-graduation plans: Pursue Doctorate The Named Scholars Program LG&E Named Scholar ($20,000 and above) The AIKCU Named Scholars Program is designed to build meaningful partnerships I am the youngest child, and only daughter, of a Bap- between Kentucky’s corporate community and students at independent colleges tist minister. College has not only been a dream of and universities throughout the Commonwealth. Companies that invest in mine, but of my parents. And as large as the college the Named Scholars Program recognize the importance of encouraging and dream was, the financial nightmare loomed behind it. supporting students in their quest to obtain a four-year degree. The program is I was always aware that my parents wouldn’t be able designed to assist deserving students by funding a portion of their educational to pay for college and that though they would sup- costs at an AIKCU member college or university. port me in any way they could I was mostly on my own. The financial situation for my mother became worse when she and hundreds of others were forcibly retired from Phillip Morris when their Louisville area plant closed. My father had been retired from Phil- lip Morris only months earlier. It would be my sole responsibility to find a way to pay for college. Toyota Motor Manufacturing Each semester the loan amount increases....Admit- tedly, it adds a terrible pall to this incredible experi- $3,200 per scholar at 19 institutions Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky, Inc., proves its commitment to the community, as ence that college has become for me. Recently I was well as to the state, through both monetary contributions and personal involvement of TMMK diagnosed as having Lupus, an autoimmune disease, team members in a variety of organizations. Toyota believes its responsibility is to support which has only added to the stress and worry of col- various organizations that improve the quality of life across the Commonwealth. Toyota has lege. Yet, in spite of all this, I work hard and manage supported AIKCU students since 1986. to maintain a 3.9 GPA. I have learned that the only way any dream will come true is if I work for it.

I believe wholeheartedly that the education I am receiving is well worth every cent, but I am glad to know foundations like the LG&E Energy Foundation exist to help students, like myself, who UPS Foundation are willing and eager to learn and maintain excellent $2,750 per scholar at 18 institutions grades but find the financial burden sometimes so UPS supports a wide range of scholarship programs to ensure students have the opportunity cumbersome that it becomes scary. to pursue higher education. Each year, through the Foundation for Independent Higher Education (FIHE), UPS supports scholarships at each of the nation’s independent colleges.

The Gheens Foundation $1,842 per scholar at 19 institutions The Gheens Foundation is one of the largest private foundations in Kentucky. Trustees oversee the distribution of approximately four million dollars each year. Grants support a wide range of endeavors at all levels, including education, economic development, medical, arts, and social and health services. The Gheens Foundation is a longstanding supporter of Kentucky’s independent colleges and universities, dating back to the 1950s.

 Learn more—Visit AIKCU.org Student Profile

Ashland Inc. $1,111 per scholar at 18 institutions Ashland has a proactive, outcome-driven giving strategy. With average annual contributions of about $3 million, Ashland seeks, selects, supports and/or partners with organizations whose goals reflect the company’s commitment to enhancing the quality of life in our communities. Because education has such a vital economic impact on society, a majority of Ashland’s annual contributions target outstanding institutions of higher learning. Ashland also supports accredited postsecondary establishments, as well as numerous other education-related activities, including childhood/adult mentoring, literacy and diversity-related programs. Ashland has supported AIKCU since the late 1980s.

Joy Beth Mills University of the Cumberlands Anticipated Graduation: May 2006 Keeneland Foundation Major: English/Secondary Education Career Plans: High School English Teacher $1000 per scholar at 19 institutions Since 1937, Keeneland’s tradition of sharing has benefitted the citizens and communities Toyota Named Scholar of the Bluegrass region. Through a charitable contributions program, Keeneland supports higher education, research, health and general welfare with a portion of its racing and sales I will be the first in my family to become a profits. The Keeneland Association restricts its contributions to projects and organizations located primarily in Central Kentucky. The primary categories of funding for the Keeneland college graduate. I live in the rural moun- Association Contributions Program are Research, Higher Education, Health and General tains of Eastern Kentucky. My dream is Welfare. Within these categories, the contributions program has historically supported projects to become a high school English teacher. with an emphasis in capital expansion and equipment purchases, as well as endowment programs for scholarship funds. Without financial assistance, I would be unable to attend college.

Your gift has helped to make my dream possible. I am grateful that businesses such as Toyota Motor Manufacturing recognize LG&E Foundation/Kentucky Utilities and reward academic excellence. I feel that Because of changes in fiscal years, LG&E’s most recent gift did not fall in my hard work and dedication has been AIKCU’s 2004-05 fiscal year. They have committed to continuing their rewarded by your concern in my education. support in 2005-06. This scholarship has made my dreams of Education is LG&E Foundation’s primary emphasis and includes innovative educational becoming the first college graduate in my programs within public elementary, middle and secondary schools and public and private post- family a reality. Thank you for your support secondary schools. Programs involving math, science and technology receive priority. LG&E and its sister company, Kentucky Utilities (KU) are longstanding supporters of AIKCU. KU and recognition. served as one of the Kentucky Independent College Fund’s founding donors in 1952.

Other Major AIKCU License Plate Program Donors $28,410 in student scholarships in calendar 2004 ($1000-$15,000) In 2001 the General Assembly approved legislation to pro- vide a special license plate series for AIKCU members. Each plate carries the phrase “Independent Higher Education” Estate of Mary Evelyn Rogers and a decal and slogan selected by the member campus. PACCAR Foundation Each plate registered at local county clerks’ offices across Mansbach Foundation the state requires payment of a special $10 fee that is Don & Mira Ball redirected to the general scholarship fund of the desig- Delta Natural Gas nated campus. In calendar year 2004, the total number of East Kentucky Power Independent Higher Education plates issued and renewed Cooperative was 2,841, providing $28,410 in scholarship monies back E.M. Ford & Company to campuses based upon sales. Each year AIKCU holds a HNI Charitable Foundation competition among its member campuses to see who can The MacLean Foundation generate the most money for student scholarships. The Governor Paul E. Patton Anonymous winning campus “sold” 551 plates in 2004.

Learn more—Visit AIKCU.org  Student Profile Student Financial Aid

AIKCU’s member campuses are committed to keeping a high quality education affordable and providing access and opportunity to stu- dents from all socioeconomic backgrounds. Many partnerships exist that help make a college education a reality for students across the Commonwealth.

AIKCU Campuses are the largest single source of student financial aid to their students.

Sources of Financial Aid for AIKCU Students • Partnerships with foun- dations, alumni, and

Kari McAllister 100 other private donors Berea College 90 allow AIKCU campuses Anticipated Graduation: May 2008 80 to significantly invest 70 Majors: Women’s Studies and Sociology in their own students 60 Institutional aid through grants and Career Plans: 50 State Aid scholarship programs 40 Advocate for Women and Children Federal Grant Aid (Source: IPEDS). UPS Named Scholar 30 20

10 Source: IPEDS I am a twenty-six year old single mother of two 0 beautiful little girls. After working many dead end Percentage of AIKCU Students Receiving Percent of firstAid year, By Aid first-time Source undergraduates receiving jobs I decided to go to college not just for myself financial aid by source. but for my daughters. I wanted to show them that no matter what kind of curve balls life might throw The Commonwealth of Kentucky provides financial aid to AIKCU students through them that they could achieve and fulfill all their goals the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA). and dreams in life. KHEAA distributed approximately $41 million to AIKCU students in 2004-05, or about 3.5 percent of the state’s total spending on higher education. Because an educated populace I had Kayla, my oldest daughter, when I was in high has numerous long term benefits for the Commonwealth (increased household income school but never lost sight of my dreams and goals to and quality of life, greater lifetime earnings and contributions to the state’s tax base, lower graduate high school and go to college. When Dani- incarceration rates, and many others), this relatively small investment in AIKCU students elle, my youngest daughter, came into the picture I will pay large dividends for Kentucky down the road. was twenty-one and wondering if I would ever go to college. One day I decided it was time so at twenty- Percentage four I enrolled at Jefferson Community College in Dollars Total of State Louisville. I worked on my basics while I was there Awarded Total Dollars Awards and managed to maintain a 3.75 GPA. AIKCU to AIKCU Awards in Awarded in to AIKCU Awards Students Kentucky Kentucky Students I transferred to Berea College in the spring of 2005, KEES Scholarships 8406 $13,152,456 63641 $80,872,626 16.26% where I managed to get a 3.11 GPA. I moved to CAP Grants 5211 $6,345,836 44244 $50,133,217 12.66% Berea in order to be a great mom and a successful KTG Grants 8948 $20,585,115 11681 $26,232,595 78.47% college student. KHEAA Teacher Scholarships 198 $774,351 521 $2,025,533 38.23% KHEAA Work Study 25 $32,000 1042 $843,274 3.79% I am currently a double major in Women’s Studies Kentucky National Guard Tuition Scholarships Ineligible $0 1064 $2,607,094 0.00% and Sociology. However, this may change to either Early Childhood Development Scholarships 7 $10,420 962 $846,539 1.23% Psychology or Child and Family Studies. I hope to find ways to change many policies concerning single Osteopathic Medicine Scholarships 85 $888,080 85 $888,080 100% parents.... I want this type of job because I feel that Grand Totals 22,880 $40,981,907 123,240 $164,448,958 25.42% our children are our future and we must ensure good education and health for them to ensure it for our- The need-based Kentucky Tuition Grant (KTG) is the primary source of state selves and for future generations. student financial aid for AIKCU students. The KTG provides need-based grants to qualified Kentucky residents to attend the Commonwealth’s independent (private) colleges and universities. The program is designed to assist students with the higher tuition charges at the independent colleges. Students must be full-time undergraduates enrolled in an associate or baccalaureate degree program and have no past-due financial obligations to KHEAA or to any Title IV program. The maximum award is set by statute at 50 percent of the state per-student subsidy provided to public colleges and universities. For the 2004-2005 academic year, KTG awards ranged from $200 to $2,600.  Learn more—Visit AIKCU.org Student profile Other KHEAA programs that benefit AIKCU students Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship complete an eligible program of study or do not (KEES)—Provides the opportunity for Kentucky render qualified teaching service must repay the residents to earn awards based on good grades and scholarship with 6 percent interest that accrues ACT/SAT scores to help pay higher education from the date of disbursement of each Teacher costs. High school students can earn scholarships Scholarship. for college or vocational training based on their Osteopathic Medic Scholarship—Awarded to GPAs for each year of high school, plus a bonus Kentucky students accepted into Pikeville College’s award based on their highest ACT (or equivalent School of Osteopathic Medicine. The award is SAT) composite score achieved before they gradu- equal to the difference between the average amount ate. These awards range from $125 (2.5 GPA) to charged for in-state tuition at the state medi- $500 (4.0 GPA) each year and from $36 (ACT cal schools and that charged at Pikeville College score of 15) to $500 (ACT score of 28 or above). School of Osteopathic Medicine. The recipient is Award amounts may change depending on the required to render one year of qualified service for funds available. The maximum annual award is each year the scholarship was awarded. In the event $2,500. a recipient fails to complete an eligible program College Access Program (CAP) Grant—Helps of study or fails to render qualified service as a Kentucky’s financially needy undergraduate primary care physician, the recipient must repay Jeremy Shane Fields students attend public and private colleges and the total amount of the scholarship plus 6 percent universities, proprietary schools, and community interest from the date of disbursement. Kentucky Christian University and technical colleges. CAP Grants are awarded to KHEAA Work-Study Program (KWSP)—Provides Major: Education Middle Grades Kentucky residents enrolled for at least six semester career-related work experience for eligible Kentucky Anticipated Graduation: May 2007 hours (half-time) in academic programs that take residents attending approved in-state postsecondary at least two years to complete. The maximum institutions. The jobs are provided by Kentucky Career Goal: Teach in Eastern Kentucky award for the 2004-2005 academic year was $1,400 employers, at least 75 percent of which are in the Ashland Named Scholar, Eagle Scout, ($700 each semester). Eligible part-time college private sector. Students must be enrolled at least students received an amount calculated on $58 per half-time and be making satisfactory academic Navy Veteran credit hour. progress. Priority for jobs is given to undergradu- KHEAA Teacher Scholarship—Provides financial ates. Students are paid at least the federal minimum I graduated from Russell High School in 1996 and assistance in the form of a conversion scholarship/ wage. The most students can earn from KWSP loan to highly qualified, financially needy Kentucky is an amount equal to the total cost of education during my 11th grade year I was able to go on an ex- students who are pursuing initial teacher certifica- minus financial aid received from all sources. change program to study in Australia for 10 months. tion at participating institutions. Scholarships are Early Childhood Development Scholarship—Pro- This was one of the greatest opportunities I have awarded in amounts up to $5,000 an academic vides scholarships to promote the professional de- had in my educational career to date. In doing this year (excluding summer term), $2,500 a semester, velopment of persons who are employed or provide though my parents were unable to help financially and $1,250 a summer term for full-time juniors, training in child-care or early childhood settings. seniors, post-baccalaureate, and graduate students. Students must be pursuing an eligible early child- when it came time for me to go to college the fall If funds remain, freshmen and sophomores may hood education program of study and be employed after graduation. After trying to work several jobs receive an annual maximum of $1,250 an academic at least 20 hours weekly in an early childhood and take a full load at ACC, I gave up and dropped year (excluding summer term), $625 a semester, setting. For 2004-2005, the award amount was the out of school because I was unable to work the hours and $325 a summer term. Recipients who do not cost of tuition, not to exceed $1,400 per year. I needed to pay for school and still spend the time AIKCU Students also qualify for all federal student aid programs. in the books I needed to make the grades. But my Scouting history and ROTC training encouraged Student loans play a key role in helping many AIKCU me to find other means of working and getting an students and their families finance the portion of their education. So I went down to the recruiter’s office higher education investment not covered by other forms and enlisted in the Navy. I spent four years onboard of financial aid. AIKCU partners with the Student Loan the USS Carl Vinson (named after a Kentucky People, KHEAA’s sister organization, to offer low loan rates boy!).…. While in the Navy I was able to take some and outstanding borrower benefits to students and parents utilizing their loan services. In 2004-05, AIKCU students were the beneficiaries of 27,671 classes through an education program on the ship.… Federal Family Education Plan (FFELP) loans through The Student Loan People for a Though the GI Bill is helping with costs it certainly total loan volume of $114,937,802 (note that students may utilize more than one loan). doesn’t cover all my school and living expenses. These include subsidized (need-based) and unsubsidized Stafford loans and PLUS (parent) loans. Additionally, AIKCU students benefited from these special programs offered by The I hope to be able to find a teaching job in the area Student Loan People in 2004-05. when I graduate. After teaching for a year I plan to Best Start: 13,637 loans for $1,997,373 in borrower benefits to AIKCU students in 2004-05 start on my master’s as I continue teaching. I believe Student Loan People’s BestStart Stafford Loans offer competitive discounts on origination and guaran- the only way to reach the future generations, and tee fees in addition to repayment discounts. prepare them for their future roles as leaders of our Best in Class (For Kentucky Educators): 3,766 loans for $2,348,691 in borrower benefits to nation, is through God and education. AIKCU students in 2004-05 Students with Stafford or PLUS Loans who become teachers and work in Kentucky get the BestStart loan benefits, plus: • Interest forgiveness for each year of service in Kentucky • Up to 20% principal forgiveness for each year of service for: math teachers, science teachers, ESL teachers, special education teachers, minority teachers, foreign language teachers. Best in Care (for Kentucky nurses): 746 loans for $423,688 in borrower benefits to AIKCU students in 2004-05 Students with Stafford or PLUS loans who become RN’s, LPN’s or LVN’s and work full-time in Ken- tucky get the BestStart loan benefits, plus: • Interest forgiveness for each eligible year of service • Up to 20% loan principal forgiveness for each eligible year of service for nurses working in one of the following critical care areas: Hospitals, long-term care, public health care, college nursing instructor. Learn more—Visit AIKCU.org 7 AIKCU’s Office of Business Services implements procurement strategies that bring value to member campuses through collaboration. The Business Services Office works with campus Business Officers to establish priorities, review products and services, negotiate with and establish vendor partners, promote participation among institutions, seek Association based marketplace pricing and evaluate products and programs. Participation by AIKCU members is voluntary. These business partnerships are increasingly important to AIKCU’s mission of supporting our member campuses, allowing them to concentrate on providing high quality, affordable educational services to students. Business Partners The Kentucky School bookstores or providing on-line ordering services, they offer new Boards Association provides and used textbooks, trade books, college emblematic and Greek advocacy, consultation, informa- apparel for men and women, electronics, computers, gifts and other tion, professional development services traditionally associated with the college experience. AIKCU and district support services for local school board members as well campuses benefit from direct marketing agreements with eCampus. as district and school staff. Established in 1936, KSBA is a private, com in a variety of ways. Some choose to close unprofitable on- nonprofit service organization composed of almost 900 members of campus bookstores in favor of on-line services while others limit their local boards of education. As such, KSBA is the largest organization association to the eCommerce/Distance Learning portion of their of elected officials in Kentucky. AIKCU has partnered with Kentucky campus trade. Each association pays dividends to campuses, students School Boards’ Association Insurance Trust to market and support its and administrators. property, casualty and liability insurance products to member cam- puses. KSBIT offers competitive rates and provides any AIKCU cam- The Learning House, Inc. is a pus with risk management training, including assessments of build- comprehensive eLearning services company ings and grounds, OSHA training, sexual harassment seminars and that creates online degree and professional other topics upon request. AIKCU or one of its member campuses is development courses, creates customized also represented on the KSBIT Board. content in multimedia format, builds online campuses, leases online degree and professional development courses and sells online courses Marathon’s SuperFleet fuel discount and products from its eStore. A long-term partner of AIKCU and its program has been extended to AIKCU members, The Learning House provides highly professional on-line campuses providing per gallon discounts course development to campuses participating in distance learning of at-the-pump products at Marathon, activities. The Learning House also manages the Association’s Web SuperAmerica, Speedway, and Pilot fuel site, AIKCU.org, and provides significant in-kind support for the centers across the country. In addition, Association’s mission and goals. participating campus tax-exempt certificates have been encoded, providing for allowed base price purchases The Student Loan People was created by of fuel products for campus use. Online record keeping, student the 1978 Kentucky General Assembly as an in- employment opportunities, and discounts for students, faculty and dependent municipal corporation to make, fi- staff, and alumni are all a part of this program design. nance, service, and collect educational loans. Its mission is to promote Kentucky’s higher education opportunities by Valvoline Instant Oil Change is the nation’s second providing the lowest cost loan programs and related services.The Stu- largest quick-lube chain. Valvoline Instant Oil Change was dent Loan People is the sister agency of the Kentucky Higher Edu- created in 1986 and is a business group of Valvoline, a divi- cation Assistance Authority and is the state’s only public, nonprofit sion of Ashland Inc. VIOC provides consistent, outstanding student loan provider. The Student Loan People offers the lowest cost service, performed strictly according to each vehicle’s manufacturer’s student loans in Kentucky and provides millions of dollars annually recommendations. As a part of the SuperFleet program, discounts for borrower benefit programs and for additional student awards for and tax-exempt recognition are provided to campuses choosing to the College Access Program (CAP) Grant, Kentucky Tuition Grant utilize VIOC for their fleet service needs. Online record keeping, stu- (KTG), and other KHEAA student aid programs for Kentucky stu- dent employment opportunities, and discounts for students, faculty dents. and staff, and alumni are all a part of this program design. JPMorgan Chase provides participating cam- eCampus.com is a national e-commerce puses access to a national higher education no- business designed to provide the highest- fee procurement card program. This MasterCard quality products and services to students product utilizes Smart Data OnLine, a web-based card management system. and campus communities wherever they Each campus sets its own spending limits, controls types of purchases, happen to be. Their mission “is to provide and has access to electronic expense reporting. Online training, use of the easiest, fastest, cheapest way for college and university students the web-based system, cards and numerous reports are provided free to buy textbooks and stuff.” Whether substituting for on-campus to the member campus. Yearly rebates based on the aggregate spend- ing of all participating institutions are a part of the program.  Learn more—Visit AIKCU.org Business Services Activities Ongoing activities: New initiatives under development: • A continuing program of utility cost • A comprehensive student health insurance reviews, designed to match each campus program providing campus health management utility contract with the most price advan- and basic medical care at reasonable rates. tageous tariffed rate offered by the utility. • An agreement with a national company This program has been highly successful in offering prospective employee background achieving both short and long term savings checks. for campuses that have been evaluated and • A partnership with a national vendor for a waiting list exists for many others. office products and supplies. • A review of campus initiatives in Informa- • A partnership with a national travel man- tion Technology and related hardware and agement organization. software vendor agreements. • A partnership with vendors of campus • A review and consolidation of wireless related furniture and furnishings. agreements providing pooled campus voice • An agreement with a national moving and minutes and broadened campus data access. storage provider. • An analysis of campus printing and copying • An agreement with an Executive/Profes- needs and opportunities to collaborate on sional Search company. cost of equipment and maintenance as well • A partnership with a wireless voice and data The AIKCU Business Services Office helps as out-sourcing of projects. vendor. campuses contain costs and leverage the collective size of the Association, so they can concentrate on providing high quality, affordable Health Insurance Initiative educational services to students. In response to escalating health care costs on member campuses, the AIKCU Board has unanimously supported the development of the AIKCU Benefit Trust, a pooled, partially self-funded approach to health care for campus employees. A highly qualified committee of campus representatives received proposals from ten of the twenty TPA and healthcare networks invited to bid services through an RFP issued in February, 2005. In April the committee selected Commonwealth Administrators, a Lexington TPA firm specializing in the management of association driven health care plans. The final Trust Plan has received tentative approval from the Kentucky Office of Insurance. Each campus will be presented with its options under the AIKCU Benefit Trust plan for consideration during the latter part of 2005.

Cooperative Programs

AIKCU promotes collaboration and resource sharing between its member cultivating new internship partnerships, like recent agree- institutions whenever possible. Activities include the facilitation of regular ments between The Washington Center and The Kentucky his experience meetings and information sharing between campus leaders with similar Society of Washington; and by sponsoring collaborative “Thas been one of job functions, AIKCU-sponsored collaborative projects, shared professional programs like the Frankfort Semester Internship Program the most invaluable development, and cost saving measures. Cooperative programs in 2004-05 and Spotlight on Employment. experiences I could included: The Frankfort Semester Internship Program is a have ever hoped to Library Services major AIKCU initiative that seeks to enhance students’ do while in college. AIKCU coordinates shared purchasing agreements and consolidated billing for academic, civic, and professional skills through intern- The networking was library databases and services that enhances library holdings and significantly ship experiences, public policy symposia, academic very valuable, and reduces operational costs for individual campuses. Products and services acquired seminars and exposure to the ideas and perspectives under this arrangement include a partnership with the Kentucky Virtual Library of a variety of notable citizens. In even years, students from this I ended and a variety of database and book purchasing agreements. AIKCU also serves as a work directly with state legislators in responding to my internship with a liaison between members and other partners that allow members to take advantage constituent inquiries and in the crafting and passage of (full-time) job offer.” of consortial agreements, such as those coordinated by the Appalachian College legislation. In odd years, students are assigned to a va- Association. The AIKCU librarians meet regularly for resource sharing and profes- riety of administrative offices within state government. -Colene Eldridge sional development. Students work approximately 30 hours a week provid- Transylvania University ing assistance in areas such as program administration Public Relations 2005 AIKCU Frankfort and management. All students enrolled in the Frankfort With the help of partner The Learning House, Inc. AIKCU is completely recon- Semester Intern structing its Web site, AIKCU.org, to make it a more dynamic and comprehen- program also enroll in two upper division seminars that sive resource for both internal and external audiences to learn about Kentucky’s meet in the evening. independent colleges and universities. Enhancements include a weblog with RSS Spotlight on Employment is a collaborative career syndication, downloadable reports and publications, a password protected member fair that provides AIKCU students the opportunity to area, and a web-based professional development delivery system. meet with prospective employers from a diverse cross-section of industries. The Cooperative Research 20th annual Spotlight on Employment was held at Georgetown College in AIKCU serves as a resource to its member campuses in the area of research and February, 2005. More than 200 students representing fifteen AIKCU campuses data collection, producing a variety of internal reports and acting as a liaison participated in Spotlight. and resource during various data collection projects. In 2004-05 AIKCU also Private College Week is a shared recruitment and public relations event that commissioned and coordinated a comprehensive study of the independent sector’s provides students and their families a convenient way to explore AIKCU campuses. economic, cultural, and social impact in Kentucky. Human Capital Research, Inc., Twice daily open houses at all AIKCU campuses provide an opportunity to tour up conducted the study, which will be available on AIKCU.org in late 2005. to 10 campuses in a week. Associated promotional and outreach activities through Career Development the media, high schools, and other venues seek to raise the overall awareness of AIKCU supports collaborative programs in career development through group independent institutions around the Commonwealth. purchasing agreements for career development software, like ACT Discover; by

Learn more—Visit AIKCU.org 9 Teaching and Learning Initiatives

eacher preparation programs at Kentucky’s independent colleges and universities are vital to public education in the Commonwealth. AIKCU campuses produce more than one-third of Kentucky’s public school teachers. 18 AIKCU campuses have education programs, with another program under development. AIKCU coordinates a mounting array of initiatives that support Tteaching and learning on its member campuses. Grant Administration AIKCU leads, supports, and manages two major grants on behalf of Kentucky’s independent colleges and universities. These grants include: The Teacher Quality Enhancement Grant: Funded under the provisions of the National Higher Education Amendments (HEA), enacted by Congress in 1998, the Teacher Quality Enhancement Grant responds to the nation’s critical need for high quality teachers. The federal dollars that fund this grant flow through the Kentucky Educational Professional Standards Board (EPSB). AIKCU contracts with EPSB to make Teacher Quality Enhancement Grant funding available to the independent colleges and universities that participate in this grant program. By the end of fiscal year 2006 over $238,496 will have been made available to participating institutions for the three year grant program. AIKCU received additional support under the grant to extend the Teacher Work Sample Project to independent institutions. Commonwealth Consortium for Teacher Education Model Programs Grant (TEMP): The Kentucky General Assembly, through the Kentucky Educational Professional Standards Board (EPSB), provided $2 million statewide for grant implementation to improve education preparation and encourage inter-institutional cooperation, including both public and private institutions. AIKCU contracts with EPSB on behalf of independent colleges and universities that participate in the TEMP Grant. By the end of fiscal year 2006 over $342,000 will have been made available to participating AIKCU institutions for the three year grant program. Other Areas of Support Current professional development initiatives managed by AIKCU include conferences on Teacher Work Samples and Math Achievement Initiatives scheduled for fall of 2005. AIKCU is in the initial planning stages of developing a comprehensive Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence to expand services to members in the areas of teaching and learning. AIKCU facilitates regular meetings of deans, education department chairs, and faculty to to discuss opportunities and challenges centered on teaching and learning. AIKCU also provides technical and advisory support to campuses in areas like distance learning, legislative regulatory mandates, and other topics. Additionally, AIKCU acts as a liaison between the member private colleges and universities and the Kentucky General Assembly, the Council on Postsecondary Education, the Educational Professional Standards Board, and other governmental agencies. AIKCU also seeks to form partnerships with outside agencies that share goals of improving teacher education and the P-16 education system in Kentucky. AIKCU currently assists the Partnership for Successful Schools (formerly the Partnership for Kentucky Schools) by serving as a fiscal agent for one of their programs.

10 Learn more—Visit AIKCU.org Alumni Profile

AIKCU members have used TEMP grant funds to improve education programs and reach out to local education communities. Selected highlights include: • Spalding University is working with local middle schools to recruit minority students to teacher education. The plan has created a long term relationship with these stu- dents designed to extend into the students’ high school experience, well beyond the life of the grant. • Career as a Teacher Day at University of the Cumberlands gave 26 middle-school students a chance to visit campus for a day to explore career options in education and expe- rience college life. • Pikeville College and Bellarmine University created Billie Travis programs to engage arts and sciences faculty with P-12 7th Grade Math Teacher educators. Faculty held workshops on campus and visited Georgetown Middle School the schools to observe and provide feedback. MA and Rank I, Georgetown College • Campbellsville University and Lindsey Wilson College 2005 Kentucky Teacher of the Year collaborated to establish four new Future Educator of America Chapters in local high schools. I completed both my Masters and • Transylvania education students offered a free, week-long Rank I (30 hours above the Mas- day camp for neighborhood children during the summer. ters) at Georgetown College. I really • Union College and Georgetown College have used grant appreciated the opportunity to be a monies to develop additional online courses in special student there. I was exposed to a lot education. of great teachers in the Scott County School System and that is why I wanted to come back home and teach. Then when I had the opportu- nity to continue my education, I was honored and blessed to be able to do that at Georgetown. The profes- sors were great. Their expertise in AIKCU campuses the classroom and their willingness to work with me really made me ap- produce more preciate my profession even more. I have always had an open door policy than one-third to the college so that I can help oth- ers who desire to teach. I love work- of Kentucky’s ing and living in this community. I grew up here and learned so much public school and want to continue to share my knowledge with others to continue teachers. this cycle.

(Source: KY EPSB)

Learn more—Visit AIKCU.org  Founder Profile Government Relations

Government relations and public policy advocacy are cornerstones of AIKCU’s mission. AIKCU represents its members in a myriad of ways at the state and national levels. Historically, student financial aid has been the public policy issue that impacts the independent sector most. In recent years, other public policy issues have gained in importance and demanded more time and attention.

Carrying out AIKCU’s mission at the state level centers on sharing information with John Frazer (1929-2002) policy makers, responding to requests for information, monitoring legislative activi- Executive Director of the Council on ties during the session and interim, monitoring and serving on executive organiza- tions and committees and generally advocating for our members. Independent Kentucky Colleges and Universities (CIKCU), 1974-1995 State leaders’ expectations of postsecondary education changed in 1997 with the Tireless Advocate for Independent Higher passage of postsecondary education reform legislation. This legislation and 1998 leg- Education and Student Financial Aid islation that established a firm and growing funding source for state student financial aid programs ushered in a new public policy era for AIKCU. These events served as the catalyst for AIKCU and its members to emerge as partners in the state’s efforts to John Frazer served as Executive Director of the improve its educational standing. The reform legislation recognizes the critical role Council on Independent Kentucky Colleges and postsecondary education must play in building a positive future for the state and Universities (the Government Relations organization its citizens and redirects policies and resources to achieve articulated goals. This ap- that became AIKCU) for over two decades. He was the proach offers an opportunity for independent campuses to assist the state in meeting voice of independent higher education in Kentucky its goals. and was instrumental in the development and passage The period since 1998 has been marked by an integration of AIKCU into the postsec- of the Kentucky Tuition Grant Program. Nationally, ondary education decision-making process and growing AIKCU involvement in the he was influential in the founding of the National state’s efforts to achieve stated goals. The AIKCU President now serves on the Council Association of Independent Colleges and Universities on Postsecondary Education’s Conference of Presidents and the Higher Education (NAICU) and played a key role in the establishment Assistance Authority & Student Loan Corporation. AIKCU represents its member of what is today known as the Pell Grant program. campuses with these organizations and before the Educational Professional Standards Board, as well as before many other committees and executive state agencies.

John Frazer was a man of highest integrity and intellect The AIKCU commitment to partner with the state where mutually beneficial is totally committed to the cause of independent higher expected to grow based on the mutual respect that has developed between state and education. He laid the groundwork for AIKCU’s AIKCU leaders. A revised series of postsecondary education goals—stated in the form current efforts in the area of government relations. of five questions—have been adopted by the Council on Postsecondary Education in Shortly after John’s untimely death, the AIKCU the last year. AIKCU is committed to aiding the Commonwealth in achieving these Board of Directors voted unanimously to name the goals. AIKCU staff recently joined with the Council in establishing a series of key indicators to measure our progress in meeting the goals. AIKCU Board Room in his honor. The Board also commissioned the portrait above which hangs in the AIKCU involvement at the national level revolves around federal student aid and Board Room in his honor. regulatory policy. AIKCU activity over the last year has centered on Congressional efforts to reauthorize the Higher Education Act. AIKCU staff has joined with col- leagues in sharing information with the state’s Congressional delegation about the impact of various reauthorization strategies.

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Special thanks to those campuses that provided photos for use in this report: Cover: Pikeville College. Inside cover (clockwise from top left): Asbury College, Centre College, University of the Cumberlands, Alice Lloyd College. Page 4: Saint Catharine College. Page 5 (clockwise from top): Centre College, Transylvania University, Pikeville College, University of the Cumberlands. Page 9: Lindsey Wilson College, Campbellsville University. Page 10: Bellarm- ine University. Page 11: Asbury College. Back cover: Campbellsville University, Bellarmine University, Lindsey Wilson College, Alice Lloyd College. All student profiles courtesy of campus financial aid offices. Billie Travis photo on page 11 courtesy of Betsy Falk/Georgetown College,

12 Learn more—Visit AIKCU.org The Association of Addendum to 2005 Independent Kentucky Colleges and Universities AIKCU Annual Reportt Alice Lloyd College Asbury College n the day this 2005 Annual Report was released, the AIKCU Bellarmine University Board of Directors voted to welcome Mid-Continent O Berea College University into the Association. The addition of Mid-Continent Brescia University unifies all twenty nonprofit, SACS-accredited four year colleges Campbellsville University and universities in Kentucky. We provide this addendum to the Centre College 2005 AIKCU Annual Report to introduce you to Mid-Continent Georgetown College University and highlight the attributes that Mid-Continent brings to Kentucky Christian University postsecondary education and to the Association. With the addition Kentucky Wesleyan College of Mid-Continent, AIKCU now serves more than 26,000 students Lindsey Wilson College in all regions of the Commonwealth. Mid-Continent University Midway College Mid-Continent University Pikeville College President: Dr. Robert Imhoff Saint Catharine College Established: 1949 Spalding University Location: Mayfield, Kentucky Thomas More College Web site: www.midcontinent.edu Transylvania University Total enrollment: 1,088 Union College Adult students enrolled through Advantage Program: 62% University of the Cumberlands State student financial aid awards in 2004-05: $1.5 million

Licensure and Accreditation • Licensed to confer Baccalaureate and Associate degrees by the Commonwealth of Kentucky’s Council on Postecondary Education (CPE). • Elementary Education certification by Kentucky’s Educational Professional Standards Board (EPSB). • Accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). Notable • Mid-Continent’s Elementary Education program is highly ranked in the Kentucky Educational Professional Standards Board’s Report Card on Educator Preparation. • Mid-Continent’s Advantage Adult Program provides access to postsecondary education for working adults by offering both Baccalaureate and Associate degrees at over 30 locations in western Kentucky, southern Illinois and northwestern Tennessee. • Mid-Continent’s men’s soccer team is the 2005 National Christian College Athletic Association division I champion. • Mid-Continent has been chosen by the NAIA as a Champions of Character center to help develop “integrity in sport” regionally. Mid-Continent University Joins AIKCU (continued)

Mission Mid-Continent University is a Great Commission, Baptist, four-year, teaching institution whose primary purpose is to provide Christ-centered quality higher education. Instruction in the Bible and liberal arts is provided to traditional and non-traditional students through on-campus and off-campus programs that equip them for Christian leadership and service in a diverse society. Furthermore, the university seeks to:

• Equip and train students for carrying out the Great Mid-Continent President Robert Imhoff Commission of our Lord (Matthew 28:18-20). with students on the Mayfield campus. • Imbue students with a knowledge and understanding of other cultures and international events. • Provide a quality education in both the arts and sciences and Biblical Studies from a Christian worldview. • Facilitate student development by promoting the synthesis of academic knowledge and Christian values for spiritual, intellectual, social, and physical maturation. • Encourage adult lifelong learning for people of diverse ages and educational levels in our communities. • Provide leadership and service opportunities for our students in our communities. • Foster competency in writing, reading, oral communication, fundamental mathematical skills, analytical reasoning, computer literacy, and library research.

Academics Baptist College of Arts and Sciences Degrees: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Associate of Arts, and Associate of Science. Majors: Elementary Education, Psychology & Counseling, Business Management, English, Social Studies and General Studies. Minors: Psychology and Counseling, Business Management, English, Social Studies and Recreation/Wellness/Leisure. James W. Cecil Baptist College of the Bible Degrees: Bachelor of Ministry, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Associate of Arts, Associate of Science. Majors: Biblical Studies, Church Leadership Development, Evangelism and Missions, Christian Ministry, Ministry. Minors: Same as majors above. Advantage Adult Program Degrees: Associate of Arts and Bachelor of Science. The Advantage Program is designed to help adult students 25 years of age or older complete their Associate of Science degree in General Studies or a Bachelor of Science in Business Management through innovative program delivery models designed to remove the barriers that commonly prevent busy adults from reaching their educational goals.

The Association of Independent Kentucky Colleges & Universities 484 Chenault Road Frankfort, Kentucky 40601 502.695.5007 502.695.5057 (Fax) www.aikcu.org AIKCU Association of Independent Kentucky Colleges & Universities AIKCU is located in Frankfort, just off Interstate 64. The Association of Independent Kentucky Colleges and Universities 484 Chenault Road Frankfort, KY 40601 (502) 695-5007 (502) 695-5057 (fax) www.aikcu.org About AIKCU Gary S. Cox, Ph.D. The Association of Independent Kentucky Colleges and Universities is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) orga- nization composed of the nonprofit, non-tax supported, regionally accredited four year colleges and President universities in Kentucky. AIKCU consolidated the missions of two earlier organizations: the Kentucky [email protected] Independent College Foundation, a fundraising organization founded in 1952, and the Council on Independent Kentucky Colleges and Universities. AIKCU supports its member institutions and their students through: Meg Link Government relations – AIKCU acts as the voice of Kentucky’s independent higher education com- Assistant to the President munity before state agencies and legislators Fundraising – AIKCU provides an efficient vehicle for corporate partners to provide consolidated and Fundraising scholarship and program support [email protected] Business services – AIKCU works with members and business partners to leverage collaborative op- portunities that help campuses control operating costs Bob Johnston Cooperative programs – AIKCU sponsors professional development and meetings to facilitate inter-institutional cooperation and resource-sharing, and partners with other similar organizations Vice President, Business Services & throughout the United States to share good practices that benefit institutions and students Chief Operating Officer Education initiatives and grant administration – AIKCU coordinates and acts as the administrative [email protected] agent for collaborative grant opportunities that benefit its member institutions. Currently AIKCU manages federal and state grants in the area of teacher education preparation. Research – AIKCU works with members, national organizations, and the Council on Postsecond- Mason Dyer ary Education to provide relevant, accurate research and analysis to inform discussions of the role Director of Communications independent higher education plays in Kentucky. Public Relations – AIKCU works closely with its members, the media, and its constituents to pro- and Research vide information and materials that highlight the contributions that independent higher education [email protected] makes to the betterment of Kentucky.

AIKCU is funded primarily by member dues. The Association also receives some support from revenue Richard Downey, Ph.D. generated by business services activities. AIKCU is governed by a board of directors comprised of the Director of Teaching and Learning presidents of its member institutions and representatives from the Kentucky business community. AIKCU is an affiliate member of the Council on Independent Colleges (CIC.org) and a member of the Initiatives Foundation for Independent Higher Education (FIHE.org) and the National Association of Indepen- [email protected] dent Colleges and Universities (NAICU.edu).

Marsha Clark Administrative Assistant AIKCU Board of Directors [email protected] Chair Dr. James A. Taylor Dr. Larry D. Shinn Dr. William T. Luckey, Jr. Kim Menke University of the Berea College Lindsey Wilson College Manager, Cumberlands www.berea.edu www.lindsey.edu Community Relations www.cumberlandcollege.edu Sister Vivian M. Bowles Dr. William B. Drake, Jr. Toyota Motor Manufacturing Vice Chair Brescia University Midway College Kentucky, Inc. Harold H. Smith www.brescia.edu www.midway.edu www.toyotageorgetown.com Pikeville College Dr. Michael V. Carter Dr. Jo Ann Rooney www.pc.edu Campbellsville University Spalding University Treasurer www.campbellsville.edu www.spalding.edu John S. Weber Dr. John A. Roush William D. Huston Chief Financial Officer Centre College St. Catharine College Graeter’s Ice Cream, KY www.centre.edu www.sccky.edu Dr. Joseph A. Stepp Dr. William H. Crouch Sister Margaret Stallmeyer Alice Lloyd College Georgetown College Thomas More College www.alc.edu www.georgetowncollege.edu www.thomasmore.edu Dr. Paul A. Rader Dr. Keith P. Keeran Dr. Charles L. Shearer Asbury College Kentucky Christian University Transylvania University www.asbury.edu www.kcu.edu www.transy.edu Dr. Joseph J. McGowan Dr. Anne Cairns Federlein Ed de Rosset Bellarmine University Kentucky Wesleyan College Union College www.bellarmine.edu www.kwc.edu www.unionky.edu The Association of Independent Kentucky Colleges and Universities 502.695.5007 502.695.5057 (fax) www.aikcu.org