WKU Aging

10/02/2023

Honored to be part of this visionary group!

Last week, the Board of Trustees met and discussed marketing, fundraising, financial planning, goals, and strategic initiatives. Fulfilling our mission wouldn't be possible without the great collaboration, opinions, and expertise of our board. We are grateful for every member's time and talent for our shared vision and goals!

05/31/2018

It is with mixed feelings that we share that Dr. Dana Bradley will be heading to University of Maryland Baltimore County this summer. While it is exciting news, the friends of all ages at WKU and in the region will be deeply missed.

Appointed Dean of The Erickson School Dear Members of the UMBC Community, I am delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Dana Bradley as Dean of The Erickson School. Dr. Bradley will begin her new role in August 2018. Dr. Bradley’s appointment brings to a successful conclusion a national search...

02/15/2018

Shared by our Senior Scientist, Dr. Janice Wassel. Insightful.

At age 105, Robert Marchand, a French amateur cyclist, is fitter than most 50-year-olds, and appears to be getting fitter with age.

01/30/2018

WKU Aging interested in supporting partnerships to secure money from this initiative. Message us with your ideas.

01/25/2018

We all need a little support.

01/09/2018

Calling all innovators in aging

Resolve to enter the Longevity Economy by Supporting the GLOBAL BUSINESS OF AGING PITCH COMPETITION (closes January 31st). Positive discussions on

01/04/2018

Interested in having this in Bowling Green, KY? We have the resources ... Message us if you or a family member is interested.

The Dutch, like people elsewhere, are living longer than in previous generations. Courses that teach fall prevention, and how to fall correctly, are gaining popularity.

01/02/2018

Dear Colleagues,

Start your 2018 off right by learning more about the Health and Retirement Study – a longitudinal (since 1992) nationally representative study. This webinar hosted by the Gerontological Society of America (GSA) will familiarize new users with the study including previewing available data, how to access it, and some tips on getting started with analysis. An overview of the study can be found in PubMed: Cohort Profile: the Health and Retirement Study (HRS).

Register now for this GSA webinar taking place January 9 from noon to 1 p.m EST. https://www.geron.org/programs-services/gsa-webinars

With warmest regards,

Dana

Dana Burr Bradley, PhD, FGA, FAGHE
Professor and Director, Center for Gerontology
Past Secretary, GSA
Western Kentucky University
Academic Complex 410a
270 745-2356

01/01/2018

Wishing you Joy, Peace and Happiness for 2018

12/20/2017

How are you working to make your workspace more age friendly?

A major report and hearing from the Senate Special Committee on Aging show how much more employers need to do for the aging workforce.

12/16/2017

At AARP Movies for Grownups- Bowling Green, KY. May the Force Be With You!!!!

12/11/2017

Congratulations Sherria!!!!