Gaming veteran steps in to guide Transylvania’s new esports program
Nicolas Thomas will start at Transylvania in mid-April to help build Transy’s esports teams.
Faculty & Staff
The ultimate interdisciplinary field: Transylvania redesigns religion major/minor program
When Leslie Ribovich interviewed for her position as the new assistant professor of religion at Transy, she was excited to find Carole Barnsley eager to brainstorm ideas for the religion program. It was a continuation of how Paul Jones, Transy’s beloved and recently retired professor of religion, had invited Barnsley, now the director, to help reimagine the program with her ideas and perspective when she arrived 10 years ago.
From novice to varsity honors, Transylvania senior is part of talented forensics team earning State Tournament awards
Allison Wilkerson arrived at Transy from Madisonville, Kentucky, without any experience in speech or debate. She has relished her journey from novice to award-winning varsity debater.
Transylvania welcomes new student life staff
Transylvania welcomes two new full-time student life employees: Billie Jo Wood, assistant director of housing and residence life; and Melissa Harris, advanced practice registered nurse.
The New Yorker publishes poem by Transylvania professor
A poem by Transylvania professor Maurice Manning has been published in the latest issue of the New Yorker magazine.