Brescia University has announced another achievement in the launch of its upcoming Physician Assistant (PA) program. The University was recently notified by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc. (ARC-PA) that it received provisional accreditation. The program will welcome its inaugural cohort of 30 students in August. The ARC-PA has granted…
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Brescia Announces Transfer Partnership with Oakland City University
OWENSBORO, Ky. (May 20, 2026) — Brescia University has announced a new partnership agreement with Oakland City University (OCU) to support undergraduate students affected by OCU’s suspension of undergraduate programs for the 2026–27 academic year. Through this agreement, Brescia University will welcome all OCU transfer students, accept all successfully completed academic credits, and provide dedicated…
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Brescia University Recognized Students at 2026 Honors Convocation
On Sunday, April 26, Brescia University celebrated Honors Convocation. At this annual academic ceremony, students were recognized for their outstanding accomplishments in academics, athletics, and leadership. Alumna Alex Wink ’19 delivered the address. Students were also recognized for their honors from Founder’s Day, which is typically held in January but was postponed due to winter weather. Spirit of Angela Award…
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Brescia University Announces $1.8 Million Gift to Create New Student Housing
Brescia University has acquired seven brownstone homes, just a short walk from campus, to better meet the needs and ease the transition of graduate students. Thanks to a transformative $1.8 million gift from Steve and Sandy Hayden of Owensboro the project will be available in the fall of 2026 for graduate students as well as incoming juniors and seniors committed to continuing their education at Brescia after graduation. With…
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Information Session Scheduled for Brescia University’s Developing PA Program
The developing Physician Assistant program at Brescia University will host an information session on Friday, February 6, 2026, from 2:30 pm to 4:30 p.m. for those interested in learning more about the program. The session will be available in person, located at 811 Frederica St, Owensboro, KY, in Duffy Auditorium, or virtually through Zoom. …
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Brescia University Receives Donation Through Cobb Estate
This week, Brescia University celebrated a generous donation made by the late Charles Cobb, alongside many other charities within the Owensboro Community. The estate gift to Brescia University will help advance the university’s endowment and the baseball program by establishing two new scholarships. President Silvert spoke on the donation stating, “to be able to think about the importance of higher ed, particularly to our needy students, that…
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Georgia Military College and Brescia University Announce Articulation Agreement
Georgia Military College (GMC) and Brescia University are proud to announce the signing of an articulation agreement establishing an educational partnership designed to expand graduate school opportunities for GMC alumni. Through this agreement, graduates of Georgia Military College will receive preferred acceptance into three of Brescia University’s leading graduate programs: the Master of Business Administration…
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Brescia University Opens Applications for Inaugural Physician Assistant Cohort on October 1
Brescia University’s Physician Assistant (PA) Program will begin accepting applications for its inaugural cohort on October 1. Classes will begin in August 2026. The Brescia University Physician Assistant Studies curriculum will educate students to become proficient and skilled healthcare providers. The program is 27-months, culminating in a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies degree. …
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Here Comes Another Popham By: Audrey Popham '11 Cox
As part of the 2023-2024 edition of Bresica NOW!, alum Audrey Popham ’11 Cox wrote a piece on being part of the ‘Popham Legacy’ and what it means to have a deep, family connection to Brescia. To read more stories from our 2023-2024 edition of Brescia Now!, click here. When Jake Davis (‘12), Director of…
Brescia University Board Selects Next Leader Hostetter to Complete Contract in 2025; Silvert Chosen as Next University President
The Brescia University Executive Committee recommended, and its Board of Trustees voted, to approve the selection of Madison Silvert, J.D., as its 6th President, in accordance with Brescia University bylaws and governance. This comes after current Brescia President Fr. Larry Hostetter shared with the Board at its October meeting his wishes to complete rather than…