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Jacob Latimer is a member of the photo staff for the Herald for Fall 2023.

Jacob Latimer, General News Reporter

Jacob Latimer a general news reporter for the College Heights Herald. He is majoring in photojournalism and minoring in broadcasting and political science.

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Professor Jeanie Adams-Smith speaks to students in the VJP 332 Picture Editing course. The class covers the process of choosing images for publication both online and in print, as well as ethical decision-making, software, and presentation.

[Photo] ‘Our changes are not that earth-shattering’: photojournalism program to change curriculum

Damon Stone, News Reporter
September 26, 2023
Black Student Alliance holds events for annual BSA week

Black Student Alliance holds events for annual BSA week

Jacob Latimer, News reporter
April 21, 2023
WKU Feminist Student Union holds period products drive

WKU Feminist Student Union holds period products drive

Jacob Latimer, News reporter
April 7, 2023
Students walk past posters describing Afrolatinidad culture at "Celebrando La Afrolatinidad" on Monday, April 3.

WKU Modern Languages hosts ‘Celebrando La Afrolatinidad’

Jacob Latimer, News reporter
April 4, 2023
Department of Political Science breaks down midterm election results

Department of Political Science breaks down midterm election results

Jacob Latimer, News reporter
November 16, 2022
Who's who in Warren County's magistrate elections

Who’s who in Warren County’s magistrate elections

Jacob Latimer, News reporter
November 3, 2022
Margaret Munday gives remarks during the dedication of Munday Hall on Friday, Oct. 28, 2022 in Bowling Green, Ky. “I am beyond words,” Munday said. “If I had the voices of a million angels, they would not be able to express my gratitude for all that’s been done today.” 

Munday Hall officially dedicated in honor of trailblazer namesake

Jacob Latimer, News reporter
October 28, 2022
A voter at the poll during the early voting period in SKyPAC.

Political science department to host several Constitution Week events

Jacob Latimer, News reporter
September 20, 2022
Two armed WKUPD officers stand near PFT after a shooting threat was posted on social media.

[Photo] OPINION: Gun violence hasn’t left, from a survivor of Marshall County

DJ Stover, Commentary writer
February 14, 2022
The Naming and Symbols Task Force had its members sign non-disclosure agreements regarding the information being discussed.

WKU committee issues NDAs to its members raising questions of legality

Jacob Latimer, Projects Editor
November 15, 2021
WKU Hilltoppers freshman running back Noah Whittington (20) is tackled during the game against MTSU at Feix Field on November 6, 2021.

WKU Hilltoppers redshirt senior linebacker Malik Staples (24) is helped up after an injury in the Saturday afternoon game.

A group of WKU fans cheer on the Hilltoppers during the game against MTSU at Feix Field.

[Photo] Sparky Notes: WKU is bowl-bound. Which bowl would be the most fun?

November 17, 2021
WKU Hilltoppers sophomore defensive backs Kahlef Hailassie (12) and Beanie Bishop (21) celebrate after returning it to the house during the MTSU game.

[Photo] WKU vs FAU: Taggart returns to town, WKU looks for 11th straight senior day victory

November 19, 2021
WKU Hilltoppers quarterback Bailey Zappe (4) warms up before the game November 6, 2021.

[Photo] Zappe, Sterns and Malone impress at WKU's pro day

March 31, 2022
WKU Hilltoppers freshman wide receiver Josh Sterns (9) nearly catches a touchdown pass during the Saturday game against MTSU at Feix Field on November 6, 2021.

[Photo] WKU clinches bowl berth, extends winning streak with 42-21 blowout of Rice

November 13, 2021
Students of Jonesville Academy are recognized during the WKU football game against MTSU at Feix Field on November 6, 2021.

WKU Hilltoppers junior wide receiver Mitchell Tinsley (5) runs in for a touchdown during the game against MTSU at Houchens-Smith Stadium on November 6, 2021.

[Photo] WKU breaks interception record, smothers MTSU with seven turnovers in 48-21 win

November 6, 2021
A loud and engaged crowd can have a huge effect on a volleyball team's success on the court. Hudson's Hillraisers are hoping to construct a fan section to cheer WKU Volleyball to victory.

[Photo] ‘Hudson’s Hillraisers’ aim to amp up Diddle Arena atmosphere

Jake Moore, Sports Editor
October 31, 2021
WKU Hilltoppers' senior middle hitter Lauren Matthews (5) spikes the ball over three Old Dominion players during the match on Oct. 28, 2021.

[Photo] ‘A source of frustration’: WKU fan presence lags behind women’s athletic successes

Molly St. Clair, Sports Reporter
November 30, 2022
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[Photo] Several different clubs promote diversity on campus

Henri Aboah, Alexandria Anderson
October 25, 2021
Photo provided by the Kentucky Museum.

WKU alumna and folklorist to host discussion about COVID-19

Jacob Latimer, Projects Editor
September 28, 2021
Album cover for "The Melodic Blue"

J-Lat music review: “The Melodic Blue” by Baby Keem

Jacob Latimer, Projects Editor
September 19, 2021
An unidentified women cries as she is consoled by her friend and a stranger in Union Square on Sept. 14, 2001 during a memorial for the people lost in the World Trade Center attacks in New York City. (Jeremy Lyverse/Western kentucky University)

Herald alumni reflect on covering 9/11

Debra Murray and Jacob Latimer
September 11, 2021
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Twenty years later: Top Of The Week Podcast

Debra Murray, Jacob Latimer, and Shane Stryker
September 11, 2021
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New year, new hosts: Top Of The Week Podcast

Debra Murray and Jacob Latimer
September 11, 2021
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VSIP impacts, new podcast hosts: Top Of The Week Podcast

Debra Murray and Jacob Latimer
April 21, 2021
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New provost hopes to promote student success, apply lessons from previous job

Jacob Latimer
April 13, 2021
SGA's Executive Cabinet listen as a bill is presented at a meeting on March 16, 2021. 2. SGA holds a meeting in DSU on March 16, 2021. 3. Senators listen as Executive Reports are given during an SGA meeting on February 23, 2021.

SGA voting opens today: Who is on the ballot

Jacob Latimer
April 12, 2021
Recent WKU graduate Nicole Ares won the nationally competitive Betty Gage Holland Award, which recognizes outstanding student journalism. Carrie Pratt/ College Heights Herald adviser 

Original Title IX reporter shares thoughts on upcoming records release

Jacob Latimer
April 6, 2021
SGA met on March 20 to discuss upcoming events on campus and to finalize bills from the previous meeting. President of SGA Andi Dahmer gave a report at the meeting on current events on campus and upcoming bills to be passed at later meetings.

Judge dismisses former SGA president’s lawsuit against WKU

Jacob Latimer
March 11, 2021
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Use of hybrid classes decrease as distance learning continues into another semester

Jacob Latimer
March 9, 2021
DSU Food Court on Feb. 15, 2021

What on-campus restaurants are open for Monday’s snow day

Jacob Latimer
February 15, 2021
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Programs to look out for from the SGA this semester

Jacob Latimer
January 26, 2021
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Gov. Beshear discusses reopening indoor dining, vaccines at daily briefing

Jacob Latimer
December 7, 2020
Executive Vice President Garrett Edmonds spoke about the upcoming Rally for Higher Education in Tuesday’s SGA meeting.

SGA passes two bills at final meeting of the semester

Jacob Latimer
December 2, 2020
Garrett Edmonds, Executive Vice President for SGA, discusses with fellow cabinet members events at their meeting on Feb 18, 2020.

SGA discusses P/D/F option, new computers at weekly meeting

Jacob Latimer
November 18, 2020
The Student Government Association at WKU is in the midst of legislating a potential bill banning single use plastics in the food court. Prepackaged silverware that is dispersed throughout restarants is just one example of a single use product.

SGA Sustainability Committee looks to make an impact on campus

Jacob Latimer
November 17, 2020
Chloe O’Bryan writes ‘Black Lives Matter’ in chalk at Fountain Square Park as a part of the Racial Justice Education Chalking Movement on Nov. 12, 2020.

WKU students spread information about racial injustice through chalking campaign

Jacob Latimer
November 13, 2020
Executive Vice President Garrett Edmonds spoke about the upcoming Rally for Higher Education in Tuesday’s SGA meeting.

SGA discusses Pass/D/Fail option at weekly meeting

Jacob Latimer
November 11, 2020
Mitch Walker, chief of the WKU Police Department, speaks to students at a self defense class on Thursday, November 5, 2020, in Downing Student Union.

WKU police teach self defense to students

Jacob Latimer
November 6, 2020
Americans come out to vote on Election Day at the Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center poll in Bowling Green, Ky., on November 3, 2020.

Election 2020: Who won Bowling Green’s local elections?

Jacob Latimer
November 4, 2020
Illustration by Alex Cox

Senate candidates on college-relevant issues

Jacob Latimer
November 1, 2020
Executive Vice President Garrett Edmonds spoke about the upcoming Rally for Higher Education in Tuesday’s SGA meeting.

SGA votes on first bill of the semester

Jacob Latimer
October 28, 2020
Van Meter Hall sits atop of WKU's campus.

Campus community express their thoughts on buildings and colleges connected to slave owners

Jacob Latimer
October 27, 2020
Rebecca Hurley (right) tosses Zachary Hall a washer. Hurley and Hall, both engineering majors at WKU, were installing benches with some of their classmates at a bus stop on Center Street. Hall said the benches were being installed for public transportation passengers so they don’t have to sit on the ground.

WKU ASCE builds bench in a day at Bowling Green bus stop

Jacob Latimer
October 23, 2020
Garrett Edmonds, Executive Vice President for SGA, discusses with fellow cabinet members events at their meeting on Feb 18, 2020.

SGA votes on administrative vice president at this week’s meeting

Jacob Latimer
October 21, 2020
A Zoom panel on food and housing insecurity in the WKU and Bowling Green community. 

Student hosts virtual panel to discuss housing and food insecurity

Jacob Latimer
October 20, 2020
At the final Faculty Senate meeting of the semester on Dec. 12, 2019, several actions regarding funding for academics were passed. 

Faculty Senate discusses provost search, COVID-19 at monthly meeting

Jacob Latimer
October 16, 2020
Ashlynn Evans, Director of Public Relations for SGA, speaks at the stand in the WKU Student Senate Chambers on Feb 18, 2020.

SGA discusses Barnes Campbell and quarantined students in senate meeting

Jacob Latimer
October 14, 2020
“Kaoic” Dance Team member Marissa Williams dances down the hill towards E.A Diddle Arena during the ISEC homecoming parade on Friday October 9th, 2020. When asked what dancing for the parade meant to her she said: “I have always loved to dance and with us as a team being so family oriented it just means a lot.”

ISEC parade displays multicultural organizations

Jacob Latimer
October 10, 2020
Ashley Crocker sits with her son, Dylan, on a hayride at Just Piddlin’ Farm and Pumpkin Patch in Auburn, Ky., on Friday, Oct. 1. Ashley said she and Dylan visited Just Piddlin’ “to get out of the house.”

Steps to Spooky Season: what the CDC says about Halloween

Jacob Latimer
October 8, 2020
Voters at the McNeill Elementary polling location complete their ballots for the 2019 Kentucky general elections on Nov. 5, 2019. The 2019 Kentucky governor's race has generated national attention with the incumbent Matt Bevin's affiliation with President Trump.

This Friday is last day to request absentee ballot

Jacob Latimer
October 8, 2020
Garrett Edmonds, Executive Vice President for SGA, discusses with fellow cabinet members events at their meeting on Feb 18, 2020.

SGA votes on budget at first official meeting of the year

Jacob Latimer
October 6, 2020
WKU’s Student Government Association participated in a town hall debate in the Downing Student Union auditorium on the night of Sept. 24. Executive Vice President Garrett Edmonds is running for Student Body President against MJ Mayo, senator for Potter College of Arts and Letters. Abbey Norvell is running for Administrative Vice President alongside Edmonds.

Edmonds-Norvell ticket wins SGA elections at virtual event

Jacob Latimer
September 30, 2020
WKU’s Student Government Association participated in a town hall debate in the Downing Student Union auditorium on the night of Sept. 24. Executive Vice President Garrett Edmonds is running for Student Body President against MJ Mayo, senator for Potter College of Arts and Letters. Abbey Norvell is running for Administrative Vice President alongside Edmonds.

SGA candidates answer additional town hall questions

Jacob Latimer
September 26, 2020
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SGA election 2020: What you need to know about the candidates ahead of the Herald Town Hall

Jacob Latimer
September 24, 2020
Garrett Edmonds, Executive Vice President for SGA, discusses with fellow cabinet members events at their meeting on Feb 18, 2020.

Hammock project, elections discussed at second SGA meeting of the year

Jacob Latimer
September 22, 2020
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Changing to online and hybrid classes create challenges for professors

Jacob Latimer
September 22, 2020
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Kentucky Secretary of State holds virtual town hall with students to discuss voter registration

Jacob Latimer
September 21, 2020
Student Body President Will Harris speaks during the SGA meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 4.

SGA holds first meeting since April

Jacob Latimer
September 16, 2020
Hope Williams is a senior nursing student at WKU, and currently works with the Medical Center of Bowling Green. Healthcare workers have been at the forefront of the COVID-19 pandemic across the United States and the world.

Nursing students employed at on-campus clinic assist with COVID-19 testing

Jacob Latimer
September 15, 2020
WKU students can go to the Graves Gilbert Clinic on campus to receive free COVID-19 testing on campus.

How do I get COVID tested on campus? A guide to testing and quarantine protocols at WKU

Jacob Latimer
September 12, 2020
In July, WKU sophomore music major Lorena Silva had an EP release on Spotify. Silva came to WKU from Nashville, Tennessee, but is originally from Sao Paulo, Brazil.

‘Springhouse’: WKU student released EP in July

Jacob Latimer
September 8, 2020
Board of Regents meeting from 2018.

New WKU Board of Regents members appointed by Gov. Beshear

Jacob Latimer
September 7, 2020
The student body includes students who’d prefer to go all-in-person, and those who feel safer attending online classes.

First days of classes at WKU look different due to COVID-19 precautions

Jacob Latimer
August 27, 2020
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