Mrs. Kate Johnson, Associate Director

Office: Library 207B

Mailing Address: Library 103

Email: kate.johnson@eku.edu

Phone: 859-622-6648

The Bratzke Student-Athlete Academic Success Center provides comprehensive academic support and resources for all student-athletes competing on NCAA varsity teams on EKU’s campus. The Center provides opportunities and services to help student-athletes reach their academic goals from the time they arrive on campus through graduation.  Our mission is to strive for academic excellence while focusing on a culture of integrity and accountability.

Bratzke Center programs include but are not limited to:  academic advising, academic monitoring, mentoring, supervised study hall, tutoring, access to Learning Specialist, assistance with recruiting visits, as well as assisting with referrals to other academic resources on campus. Student-Athletes academic progress is monitored closely to ensure all academic eligibility requirements are met as determined by the NCAA, ASUN, and EKU.

In collaboration with the Athletic department the Bratzke Center also assists with student-athlete development programming to promote student-athlete growth in five commitment areas: academics, athletics, personal development, service, and career/professional development. Throughout the year the the center and Athletics plans and coordinates outreach activities for student-athletes in support of the local community and Eastern Kentucky.