Implementing the Graduate Profile

Kentucky’s 24 public postsecondary institutions are collaborating to develop and share ideas related to implementing the 10 Essential Skills throughout the curriculum and co-curriculum. This site chronicles the Graduate Profile Teams’ curriculum, policy, and assessment development as well as the most promising practices for scaffolding, sustaining, and scaling the 10 Essential Skills across disciplines and institutions.

Scaling the 10 Essential Skills

Embedding skills. Elevating opportunities. Helping our Toppers RISE. 
February 9, 2026 presentation from Western Kentucky University

Scaling the EKU Graduate Profile
February 9, 2026 presentation from Eastern Kentucky University

Wildcat Workforce - Scaling Up and Reaching All Stakeholders
February 9, 2026 presentation from Eastern Kentucky University

Scaffolding the 10 Essential Skills

10 Essential Skills and Electrical Technology Program Successes
February 9, 2026 Presentation from Ashland Community and Technical College

Sustaining the 10 Essential Skills

Sustained Impact on Teaching and Learning Center Programming
February 9, 2026 Presentation from Bluegrass Community and Technical College

Employer sponsored work and learn models in technical programs
February 9, 2206 presentation from Jefferson Community and Technical College