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Natasha Breu is the news editor for the College Heights Herald. She previously worked as an assistant news editor and a general assignment reporter.

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Becky Ubelhor is a Nurse in the pediatric and neurology departments at The Med Center of Bowling Green. Due to the current pandemic, Ubelhor volunteered to work in the Covid unit a few weeks ago. “At first I thought I was being thrown to the wolves, and then the team work that they showed me really helped me calm my fears,” said Ubelhor. “We dont know whats in the future and thats why we have to work on the present right now and prepare for the future. Im not sure if its going to blow over in 2020 because the flu has been around for centuries. Its a virus, a virus can mutate,” said Ubelhor.

‘A lot of us have cried with our patients’: How healthcare workers are adjusting through COVID-19

Natasha Breu
May 8, 2020
Beshear’s daily update includes 177 new COVID-19 cases and 17 deaths, new testing site in Hopkinsville

Beshear’s daily update includes 177 new COVID-19 cases and 17 deaths, new testing site in Hopkinsville

Natasha Breu
April 21, 2020
Kentucky sees highest increase in COVID-19 cases, Beshear announces 7 deaths

Kentucky sees highest increase in COVID-19 cases, Beshear announces 7 deaths

Natasha Breu
March 31, 2020
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Gov. Beshear confirms new cases of COVID-19 in Kentucky, bringing total to 63

Natasha Breu
March 20, 2020
Jody Richards Hall.

School of Media director committee concludes search

Natasha Breu
February 25, 2020
Photo from Marian University website.

First candidate for VP for enrollment and student experience presents initiatives started at current university

Natasha Breu
February 11, 2020
Julie Shadoan, the new Chair of University’s Faculty Senate sits in a Faculty Senate meeting as Senate Officers vote on Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019.

New process for instructor contracts to be presented after questions about transparency

Natasha Breu
January 28, 2020

WKU investigates unauthorized computer access

Natasha Breu
January 26, 2020
WKU investigates unauthorized computer access

WKU investigates unauthorized computer access

Natasha Breu
January 26, 2020
Provost Cheryl Stevens fields questions from faculty members during the faculty senate meeting on Aug. 29, 2019. The provost discussed reallocation of money in the senate budget, representation of minority student populations and a state orchestrated program evaluation.

Provost addresses faculty letters and changes in winter term in faculty senate meeting

Natasha Breu
January 24, 2020
A student walks in front of Cherry Hall on Feb. 22.

Curious about CAPE? Here’s everything you need to know

Natasha Breu
November 6, 2019
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WKU student shot at Hilltop Club Sunday, suspect arrested

Natasha Breu
October 22, 2019
Construction equipment on the site of construction for what will be the First Year Village by Bemis Lawrence hall on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2019.

Bid for WKU Commons project set for November, First Year Village progresses on schedule

Natasha Breu
September 3, 2019
Gatton Academy helps launch first marshmallow astronaut into outer space

Gatton Academy helps launch first marshmallow astronaut into outer space

Natasha Breu
May 3, 2019
Pre-med student Amanda Harder always carries her textbooks with her. Harder cut her course load from 21 credits in the fall of 2018 to 15 credits spring 2019 by dropping business, her second major, to a minor. Photo by Ivy Ceballo

Special Section: How mental health influences student retention

Natasha Breu
April 23, 2019
Pre-med student Amanda Harder always carries her textbooks with her. Harder cut her course load from 21 credits in the fall of 2018 to 15 credits spring 2019 by dropping business, her second major, to a minor. Photo by Ivy Ceballo

Special Section: How mental health influences student retention

Natasha Breu
April 23, 2019
Conner Hounshell, speaks in front of faculty and staff during the Faculty Senate meeting in the faculty house on Thurs. April 8, 2019.

University Senate amends faculty/student relationship policy

Natasha Breu
April 23, 2019
Associate professor of sociology Lauren McClain speaks in front of fellow faculty and staff during the monthly University Senate meeting on April 18, 2019.

University Senate approves longer course withdrawal period, discusses future of WKU

Natasha Breu
April 19, 2019
WKU President Tim Caboni along with his wife, Kacy Schmidt Caboni, watch as the Lady Toppers play against UTSA during the Lady Toppers 78-50 win in first game of the Conference USA tournament on Thursday March 8, 2018 at The Star in Frisco, Tx.

WKU president and first lady dedicate new scholarship to first-generation WKU students

Natasha Breu
March 27, 2019
Current professor and associate dean for research administration in College of Health and Human Services Vijay Golla listens to a question during a forum for the CHHS dean position.

College of Health and Human Services continues search for dean with second forum

Natasha Breu
March 19, 2019
Movers remove the damaged roofing of Bemis Lawrence Hall building on the bike racks near the entrance on Thursday, March 14.

Strong winds cause damage to residence hall and WKU’s Owensboro campus

Natasha Breu
March 14, 2019
President Timothy Caboni speaks on the university's 2018-2028 strategic plan, which was unanimously approved by the Board of Regents during its meeting on Friday.

Board of Regents spending budget exceeds $100,000

Natasha Breu
March 12, 2019
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On-campus support group addresses LGBTQ students’ concerns

Natasha Breu
February 19, 2019
WKU parking structure first in Kentucky to receive Parksmart certification

WKU parking structure first in Kentucky to receive Parksmart certification

Natasha Breu
February 11, 2019
Students at Western Kentucky University study in the University Commons area in Helm Library on Sunday, January 27th. The Commons area is set to start renovation later in the spring 2019 semester.

WKU Commons looks to turn library into an intellectual hub for campus

Natasha Breu
January 29, 2019
WKU brings VeoRide bikes to campus for students to rent and ride. The rates for the bikes vary depending on minute. According to WKU news, "pay-as-you-go bike rental rates start at 50 cents for 15 minutes." There are also package deals available starting at $6.99 per day.

VeoRide bikes find a home on WKU’s campus

Natasha Breu
January 22, 2019
Kentucky universities plagued by mold problems

Kentucky universities plagued by mold problems

Natasha Breu
November 27, 2018
WKU hosts third annual Thanksgiving for international students

WKU hosts third annual Thanksgiving for international students

Natasha Breu
November 22, 2018
Megan Adkins talks with WKU senior Chris Wilburn as he sifts through a voter’s guide he received from the volunteers at the Kentuckians for the Commonwealth booth on campus. Wilburn planned to vote later in the day.

Students express their thoughts on voting during midterm elections

Natasha Breu
November 7, 2018
Food service class provides meals to faculty and staff

Food service class provides meals to faculty and staff

Natasha Breu
November 6, 2018
Office of Scholar Development celebrates 10th year on campus

Office of Scholar Development celebrates 10th year on campus

Natasha Breu
October 25, 2018
The campus of Western Kentucky University will be implementing a new transportation system, known as Big Red Bikes, as of October 17th, 2018. This new transportation system will allow students to pay a small fee in order to check out a bike for a day.

Bike rental company VeoRide expected to be available on campus by the end of October

Natasha Breu
October 8, 2018
New program promotes study of modern languages

New program promotes study of modern languages

Natasha Breu
October 4, 2018
domestic violence awareness month

Attorney general visits WKU for domestic violence awareness month

Natasha Breu
October 3, 2018
The forensics team plans to compete keeping President Timothy Caboni's strategic plan in mind. Photo courtesy of Carrie Jeanette at Sur La Lune Photography

WKU Forensics team prepares to compete with WKU’s strategic plan in mind

Natasha Breu
September 26, 2018
Kentucky Attorney General Andy Beshear has made the decision that Gatton Academy, located on WKU's campus, will be required to comply with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

Record number of Gatton students become semifinalists in national merit scholarship competition

Natasha Breu
September 24, 2018
A PFT desk attendant swipes a student's WKU ID on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018.

StarRez used in dorms to keep track of housing services

Natasha Breu
September 10, 2018
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WKU graduates in Medical Center inaugural class share their aspirations

Natasha Breu
September 3, 2018
Candidate for provost and vice president of Academic Affairs withdraws application

Candidate for provost and vice president of Academic Affairs withdraws application

Natasha Breu
April 30, 2018
Second of three provost candidates visits WKU

Second of three provost candidates visits WKU

Natasha Breu
April 18, 2018
WKU now has Power Drop charging stations located on campus that allow students to charge their phones on the go. These stations provide pre-packaged and charged phone tabs that plug in to the bottom of your phone for a one time use. Stations can be found in both Jody Richards Hall and Downing Student Union.

WKU alumnus brings phone charger vending machines to campus

Natasha Breu
April 16, 2018
Learn and Earn program continues to thrive two years later

Learn and Earn program continues to thrive two years later

Natasha Breu
March 28, 2018
The WKU owned store Topper Corner permanently closed it's doors on Feb. 26th, according to it's Facebook page. The shop, opened in Sept. 2016, was an apparel shop where patrons could buy local art and WKU apparel.

Topper Corner permanently closes its doors

Natasha Breu
March 5, 2018
Pearce Ford Tower has been an all female dorm on WKU's campus since Fall of 2013. It is both one of the oldest and the tallest buildings on campus. Students have different perspectives on the building but a common census is the need for renovations.

Dorms are causing health issues among students

Natasha Breu
February 27, 2018
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WellU hosts “Love Well”, a week long program on self love and care

Natasha Breu
February 13, 2018
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