# @historicallyblacksince on Instagram

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- **Posted:** 2026-04-07T00:09:28.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Historically Black Since- HBCU (@historicallyblacksince) — https://gondola.cc/historicallyblacksince

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A new chapter for Kentucky State University is arising. The Kentucky General Assembly has officially approved a bill to transition Kentucky State into a polytechnic institution — but not without major revisions to protect its legacy.

📍Originally, conversations around the bill raised concerns about potential closure and cultural erosion. After pushback from students, alumni, and supporters, lawmakers amended the bill to honor KSU’s historic foundation while creating a new path forward.

—Founded in 1886 to educate Black teachers, KSU remains one of the nation’s 1890 land-grant HBCUs — and that legacy isn’t going anywhere. 

Here’s what the updated bill includes:
✔️ Focus on technical + industry-based education
✔️ Liberal arts programs remain
✔️ Divine Nine orgs can keep their charters
✔️ Financial oversight period with room for early exit
✔️ More collaboration between leadership, students, and alumni
The bill now heads to Governor Andy Beshear for final approval.

While this marks a shift in direction, one thing is clear: The voices of the HBCU community made an impact

👉🏿SWIPE to read more of the amended  bill 

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