Eastern Kentucky University President Dr. Doug Whitlock challenged Rogers Scholars on Thursday to be a leader in their home communities and across the region. “Everyone is a leader whether he or she wants to be or not,” Whitlock told the second class of 2011 Rogers Scholars. “Everyone is being watched by someone.” Whitlock, now serving [...]

On Wednesday, Rogers Scholars began working in their declared majors—engineering, healthcare careers, and video production—exploring their interests and possible careers in these in-demand fields. Scholars will give highlights of what they have learned this week and present their completed projects in each respective major at Friday night’s awards program and graduation program, beginning at 7 [...]

Rogers Scholars met one-on-one with representatives of some of Kentucky’s top colleges and universities on Tuesday in a career exploration session held in the Exhibit Hall at The Center for Rural Development. During this session, Scholars—all rising juniors—had a chance to discuss their career plans and possibly map out a plan of action on where [...]

Rogers Scholars Holly Ann Ward of Magoffin County knew the climb to the top of the 55-foot Alpine Tower at the Team Leadership Center in Wayne County would be difficult, but she was determined to reach her goal. With a positive attitude and words of encouragement from Rogers Scholars team members, Ward conquered her fears [...]

U.S. Congressman Harold “Hal” Rogers (KY-05) rubs shoulders with national and international leaders, serves as chairman of the House’s powerful Appropriations Committee, and is a champion of some of Kentucky’s— and the nation’s—key legislative issues. But he said his greatest accomplishment is not found in what he has been able to do on Capitol Hill. [...]

Eight community leaders from Southern and Eastern Kentucky have been appointed by U.S. Congressman Harold “Hal” Rogers (KY-05) to serve on Kentucky’s Fifth District Congressional Award Committee. The Congressional Award recognizes students who are active in their communities; the award helps the students achieve goals they set to better themselves and the world around them. [...]

If you’re looking for the chance to win a top-dollar Harley Davidson motorcycle and also provide critical funding support for the region’s youth and future business leaders, The Center for Rural Development’s “Hit the Road on a Harley” Sweepstakes will give you the chance to do both and then some. With the purchase of each [...]

SOMERSET, Ky.— Western Kentucky University is the newest partner to join a growing list of colleges and universities in Kentucky and Tennessee offering scholarship opportunities to graduates of The Center for Rural Development’s Rogers Scholars summer youth leadership program. WKU President Dr. Gary A. Ransdell joined Lonnie Lawson, president and CEO of The Center, and [...]

U.S. Congressman Harold “Hal” Rogers (KY-05), second from left, recognized Lawrence County Rogers Scholars Josh Marcum, Blake Bradley, and Logan Finley on Tuesday, Sept. 7, at an event at Blaine Elementary School in Lawrence County. Rogers recognized the Scholars in front of the school’s student body at an assembly as part of a PRIDE wastewater [...]

U.S. Congressman Harold “Hal” Rogers (KY-05) recognized 2010 Rogers Scholar Hunter Middleton before a crowd of about 150 at a joint meeting of the Harlan County Chamber of Commerce held at the Harlan Center on Sept. 9. Rogers toured Harlan County that day and issued reports on the impact The Center and affiliates – PRIDE, [...]