1780 – The Official Blog of Transylvania University

1780 | The Official Blog of Transylvania University

From first aid to first female fire chief, Transylvania alumna reflects on barrier-breaking journey

Retiring after nearly 30 years with the Lexington Fire Department, Chief Kristin Chilton ’90 recalls how something as simple as taking an elective in her senior year could lead to an opportunity that changed her life and the course of a community institution.

‘The right one for the right time’ — Transylvania alumnus leads Kentucky Department of Education during COVID-19

Drawing on his Transy education, Kevin Brown ’97 pivots to help school districts “educate, feed and support” students during COVID-19.