Bowling Green’s 40 Under 40: Addilene Hernandez

Story by Amelia Bowen

A first generation college graduate born in Michoacan, Mexico, Addilene Hernandez channels her passion for higher education into advocating for underserved communities. As curriculum coordinator at the UK College of Medicine, she supports medical students through pivotal clinical training years. Beyond her professional role, Addilene champions youth mentorship through initiatives like For a Real Change and serves on The Foundry board of directors. At home in Bowling Green, she and her husband Yerald are raising three daughters.