Science & Health Department News

October 21, 2022 — In August, Dr. Ben Brammell, professor of biology at Asbury University, published research findings in the journal Herpetological Conservation and Biology. Coauthors included four Asbury University undergraduates (Florene Bell ’19, Angie Flores Madrid ’19, Chi Jing Leow ’20, Dr. Ronald Sams ’17), an Asbury alumnus (Dr. Kenton Sena ’12, University of Kentucky), as well as collaborators Dr. Thomas Maigret (University of Kentucky) and Dr. David Peyton (Morehead State University).

October 5, 2022 — Asbury's Equine Assisted Services major combines horse husbandry and human health services and therapies, putting students at the forefront of an innovative new field that addresses the unique needs humans are facing in a modern world.

September 16, 2022 — Pulling from a range of distinguished academic careers, Asbury University welcomes 11 new faculty members to start the 2022-23 academic year who will further propel the university forward with academic excellence.

August 30, 2022 — This summer, Asbury University’s equine trainer-in-residence Jesse Westfall earned a Top 10 placement in the Horse&Rider Trainer of the Year competition, hosted by the Equine Network.

March 4, 2022 — Nearly a year and a half after the start of construction on Asbury University’s newest building project, a name unveiling ceremony paid homage to the generous donors who made the $26 million dollar facility a reality.

November 23, 2021 — Two Asbury students, Rebecca Piche and Alex Whitaker, won second place at the Kentucky Academy of Science’s annual research competition.

November 16, 2021 — Today, Asbury University welcomes chemist, Dr. James Tour, for a special two-day visit to discuss the importance of the integration of faith and science.

October 21, 2021 — Today, the Asbury University Equine Program welcomed dozens of guests for its Visit Event, giving prospective students and their families a glimpse of the exciting opportunities available in this popular area of study that includes Equine Studies and Equine Science.

June 22, 2021 — Asbury University hosted Team CoSTAR from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory as they fine-tuned their robots designed for cave and mine search and rescue maneuvers.