http://wkyufm.org en http://wkyufm.org/post/fewer-universities-teaching-civil-war-classes <p>WKU Historians Dr. Jack Thacker and Dr. Glenn LaFantasie say many universities and colleges have cut back on course offerings that cover Civil War history. They say its part of a trend that&#39;s disappointing to many people who have a strong interest in the field, especially as the nation marks the 150th anniversary of the Civil War.</p> Mon, 06 Aug 2012 12:05:00 +0000 Dan Modlin 16733 at http://wkyufm.org Fewer Universities Teaching Civil War Classes http://wkyufm.org/post/back-another-year <p>An alarming number of college students drop out of school after their freshman year. University experts say the chances of completing a college degree are relatively good, if students can make it through the second year.Many are trying to develop strategies to deal with the issue, which is drawing increasing concern across the state and nation. Dan Modlin has more on the story......</p> Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:45:29 +0000 Dan Modlin 7031 at http://wkyufm.org Back for Another Year