Ricky McHone
- Director
Contact Information
- Department: Upward Bound
- Office: Patterson House
- Mailing Address: Patterson House
- Email: richard.mchone@eku.edu
- Phone: 859-622-1083
- Office Hours: M-F 8:00-4:30
- Web Page: http://www.upwardbound.eku.edu
Bio
Ricky was welcomed to the staff in January 2024. He brings with him knowledge of academics, curriculum, and work within the classrom. Ricky graduated from Estill County High school in 2013 and graduated from the honors program at Indiana University in 2022 with a Bachelors of Science degree in Mathematics. Then, in August of 2024 he received a Master of Science in Curriculum Instruction from Western Governor's University. Ricky is a first-generation college student and Upward Bound alum, he understands the complexities of navigating college and discovering resources when they are needed. Ricky has many years of experience in the classroom working with students from various backgrounds and looks forward to applying that within UB. Ricky resides in Richmond with his wife (Kayla) and three kids (Kailey, Alaina, and Braison). In his free time, he enjoys all things math, spending time with family, and watching football.