Why VAMPY? We asked parents of previous campers why they thought VAMPY is beneficial for advanced students. This is what they said! If you would like to learn more or apply, visit our website at www.wku.edu/gifted/vampy

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Applications for Camp Explore and Camp Innovate are now open! These day camps are excellent opportunities for students to engage in minds-on, hands-on learning in the summer!

Camp Explore: wku.edu/gifted/explore
Camp Innovate: wku.edu/gifted/innov...

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The Center for Gifted Studies is hiring for a range of positions, including Assistant Director of Programming, Coordinator of Residence Life, Camp Counselor, and more! Visit www.wku.edu/gifted/employmentopportunities/ to learn more or apply.

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All photos from the 2026 Winter Super Saturdays are now available to view! Thank you to the teachers, seminar speakers, volunteers, and our wonderful families for making this session of Winter Super Saturdays a success!

See all photos here: flic.kr/s/aHBqjCJZaL
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Our own Julia Roberts and Jennifer Wilson represented The Center for Gifted Studies at the KSBA Annual Conference! We always appreciate the opportunity to share our programming and resources for advanced students with others.

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Tyler and Julia hold their new book, International Perspectives on Acceleration in Gifted Education. Chapters represent acceleration on various continents, complete with one or more case studies.

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Do you or an AP teacher you know need further preparation to teach an AP course? If so, join us this summer at one of four institutes!

Learn about workshops offered and register today: www.wku.edu/gifted/ap

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We are celebrating Gifted Education Month with many activities planned! This month is dedicated to advocacy and resources for advanced students, their educators, and their families.

Learn more about the events listed in the graphic on our website: www.wku.edu/gifted

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Kentucky is moving from the ACT to the SAT—but will TIP-KY follow? Our latest post explains!

gifted-studies.com/blog/2026/01...

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Just one week to go until the Twice-Exceptional Students Seminar on September 18 with Dr. Claire Hughes! 2e students are both gifted and have a disability or learning difference.

Learn more and register for the workshop here:
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Julia Link Roberts and Tyler Clark present at the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children World Conference in Braga, Portugal Dr. Julia Link Roberts and Dr. Tyler Clark presented at the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children (WCGTC) conference in Braga, Portugal. The conference was held from July 29 to August 2 and w...

News from The Center: Dr. Julia Link Roberts and Dr. Tyler Clark presented at the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children (WCGTC) conference in Braga, Portugal.

Read it here: www.wku.edu/news/article...

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The latest issue of The Challenge magazine is out! If you haven't found it in your mailbox, you can read it here: digitalcommons.wku.edu/cgs_pubs/60/

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News from The Center: Dr. Tyler Clark, Assistant Director of Operations at The Center for Gifted Studies, recently received two prestigious leadership awards.

Read it here: www.wku.edu/news/article....

Congratulations Tyler!

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Mathematics – Growing in skills and confidence – Happenings at The Center for Gifted Studies

VAMPY Class Spotlight: Mathematics! Read it here: gifted-studies.com/blog/2025/07...

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Photos from Day 3 of VAMPY are ready to view! See them here: buff.ly/sWyRUoQ

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News from The Center: We want to give our own Tyler Clark a big Congratulations on his award from The Mensa Foundation. Read it here: www.wku.edu/news/article...

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Photos from Day 11 of SCATS are ready to view! Check out Wednesday's pictures of classes and the talent show here: flic.kr/s/aHBqjCiDt9

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A new Counselor's Corner blog post is live, read it here: gifted-studies.com/blog/2025/06...

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Each day, we will post photos and share blog posts written by our counselors and Center staff members. Follow along and stay up to date on all things SCATS: gifted-studies.com/blog/2025/06...

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Photos from the first day of SCATS are now available: flic.kr/s/aHBqjChssm

Yesterday, students moved in, met their counselors and hallmates, had dinner in Fresh, and broke the ice with fun games!

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We're celebrating our TIP-KY Ceremony Awardees one more time with a look back at Friday's event—congrats again! You can read more about the event here: www.wku.edu/news/article...

See more photos on our Flickr: flic.kr/s/aHBqjCfRaB

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With less than 30 DAYS until the beginning of #vampy25, we thought we'd continue with the starter pack trend.

If your student wants to join us for VAMPY this summer, there is still time to sign up! Visit our website to apply: www.wku.edu/gifted/vampy/

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With just 30 DAYS until the beginning of #SCATS25 and the kickoff of Summer 2025 at The Center for Gifted Studies, we thought we'd hop on the starter pack trend. Visit our website to apply: www.wku.edu/gifted/scats...
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We are excited to share that our Fall Break trip to Germany is now open for registration! Learn more here: www.wku.edu/gifted/travel/

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We are so excited the Governor signed House Bill 190, legislation aimed at strengthening gifted and talented education across the Commonwealth. The measure enhances opportunities for exceptional learners and affirms Kentucky’s commitment to academic excellence.

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We are just 60 days away from the start of #VAMPY25! We are so excited to welcome new campers and welcome back previous attendees. Summer counselors have been hired, and we are getting closer and closer to a summer of #mindsonhandson discovery.

Welcome back to our travelers! Traveling with The Center can lead you around the world for new experiences and culturally cultivated memories.

Save the date for October 3-12, as The Center will return to Europe to visit Germany!

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VAMPY Course Spotlight! Today we are highlighting Psychology, led by Kourtney Clark. This psychology course is designed to introduce students to studying behavior and mental processes.

Apply, see course qualifications, and learn more here: www.wku.edu/gifted/vampy
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VAMPY Course Spotlight! Today we are highlighting Pop Culture, led by Justin Mitchell. This class explores how music, film, television, and digital media have shaped and reflected key historical moments.

Learn more: www.wku.edu/gifted/vampy...
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We wanted to share this awesome opportunity for any young entrepreneurs out there! Learn more here: childrensentrepreneurmarket.com/event/bowlin...

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