Many of Berea’s faculty members were once first-generation students. As the first in his family to graduate from college, Julian Viera Jr. started out…
For Adam LeMaster ’25, identity was difficult to pin down. He knew he was Appalachian, although he didn’t have the words to describe exactly…
Dr. Robert Stafford ’89 is a tireless advocate for rural education. Throughout his long and impressive career, he’s served Kentucky’s students in many ways—as…
“How many poets does it take to change a light bulb?” The telling quip and rhetorical joke from Lie Ford, a senior English major…
Langston ’26 grew up in a family that valued creativity. His mom played clarinet, and his brother played in the school marching band. Langston…
Psychology professors Dr. Ian Norris (left) and Dr. Alison Heck (right) help prepare Claudia Read ’24 for experiencing new capabilities within Berea’s recently upgraded…
Field Work Every Friday, Berea students can be found tromping in the woods at the Berea College Forest or around the region. The Forest…
Helping Students Build Their Best Life Providing a liberal arts education is one of Berea’s core commitments. Even though most students pursue a college…