Retired NKU president Leon Boothe shares ‘untold stories' of his history that exemplify his impact

By Andy Furman NKyTribune reporter When the President speaks – you know the rest – people listen. And listen they did when Dr. Leon Boothe was doin...

May 4, 2023
7:18 AM

By Andy Furman NKyTribune reporter When the President speaks – you know the rest – people listen. And listen they did when Dr. Leon Boothe was doing the talking. Dr. Boothe served as the third President of Northern Kentucky University (1983-96). He addressed the Covington Rotary Club this week – and his talk had nothing to do with his reign at the school. 'My closest friends don't even know this story,' he told the assembled audience after lunch at Covington's Radisson Hotel. 'But I think the time is right to share it now.