Phi Beta Kappa Association of Kentuckiana

12/06/2025

Tonight Dr. Beau Weston (Centre College, Sociology) delivered an enlightening presentation titled "The Boburbs versus the Gated Community." Members were treated to a seminar-style discussion about how and why economically similar people sort themselves into different kinds of communities. Thanks to Dr. Weston, and to Bellarmine University's Departments of Sociology and English, which co-sponsored the event.

12/05/2025

Our next event takes place tomorrow (Dec. 5) at 6:30 p.m. Join us for what promises to be a fascinating presentation.

10/28/2025

Some photos from last week's historical tour of the Waverly Hills Sanatorium. We'll announce additional events in the coming weeks.

10/02/2025

You're invited: Waverly Hills Sanatorium walking tour

Oct 23, 2025, 4:45 - 7:00 PM

05/18/2025

On May 7, we met at the St. Matthews-Eline branch of the Louisville Free Public Library to honor our 2025 Scholastic Award winners: ​Norah Wulkopf (Bellarmine University), Jacob Dietrich (Indiana University Southeast), Oluwadamilola Jeboda (University of Louisville), and Didier Byosse (Jefferson Community and Technical College). Our guest speaker was Dr. Brittany Sizemore, who teaches Psychology and Neuroscience at Indiana University Southeast.

05/03/2025

On Monday evening, twenty members and guests were treated to a free concert by the Louisville Mandolin Orchestra, an organization that keeps alive a musical tradition from a century ago. In addition to the concert, we were taught about the history of mandolin orchestras. Afterward we were given a tour of our concert venue, the historic Peterson-Dumesnil House, which hosts performances, receptions, and other events.

04/14/2025

"Critical thought, cultural memory, and wisdom fostered by the humanities remain crucial to a vibrant democracy. The NEH has upheld these values since its founding. For less than the cost of a postage stamp to every American, the NEH’s thoughtful grantmaking helps community and scholarly life thrive."

April 3, 2025 - The American Council of Learned Societies, the Council of Graduate Schools, and The Phi Beta Kappa Society are deeply concerned by the April 2 notices cancelling grants made by the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) and by the reported plans to dramatically reduce its staff....

03/10/2025

On Friday night, we hosted two guest panelists who shared their views on the future of bipartisanship, locally as well as nationally. Our panelists were Al Knable, County Commissioner for Indiana's Floyd County (Republican; District 1/New Albany) and Cassie Chambers Armstrong, State Senator for Kentucky (Democrat; District 19/Louisville). The discussion was moderated by Julie Bunck, Professor of Political Science at the University of Louisville. All three are members of Phi Beta Kappa.

03/07/2025

TONIGHT: FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 7 p.m.
Highland Presbyterian Church (1011 Cherokee Rd, Louisville, KY)

The Kentuckiana Association of the Phi Beta Kappa Society will host a panel discussion on the consequences of the November election and the future of U.S. politics. Our panelists will be Al Knable, County Commissioner for Indiana's Floyd County (District 1: New Albany) and Cassie Chambers Armstrong, State Senator for Kentucky (District 19: Louisville). Dr. Knable is a Republican, Ms. Armstrong a Democrat. Both are members of Phi Beta Kappa. The discussion will be moderated by Julie Bunck, Professor of Political Science at the University of Louisville, and will be followed by a Q&A session with the audience.

Event will be held in Fellowship Hall. Enter at door on Highland Ave., opposite alley to parking lot. Doors open at 6:45 p.m.

11/25/2024

At the recent Triennial Council meeting in Baltimore, the Kentuckiana Association was among the alumni associations recognized "for their work to engage members in life-long learning and represent Phi Beta Kappa in their communities."

At 47th Triennial Council

10/16/2024

Members are invited: Speed Art Museum: Docent Tour and "After Hours" Event

Nov 15, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM