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The University of Kentucky will permanently close University Drive Garage on July 13 to support the major Chandler Hospital expansion project, which will increase hospital bed capacity to approximately 1,400.
A new online dashboard created by University of Kentucky researchers allows Kentuckians to track how opioid settlement funds are spent across the state, marking the first comprehensive public accounting of Kentucky's nearly $1 billion in settlement funding.
Sean Schaub, who previously coordinated Wyoming's nuclear energy development, has been named executive director of Kentucky's Nuclear Energy Development Authority, bringing industry expertise to lead the state's effort to develop a competitive nuclear energy ecosystem.
The University of Kentucky will lead a three-year pilot program testing whether financial incentives improve kindergarten readiness, with results expected to inform statewide early childhood education policy.
The Lexington Open, a USTA Pro Circuit professional tennis tournament, returns to the University of Kentucky July 27 through Aug. 9 for its 31st year, with proceeds benefiting Golisano Children's at UK and UK's tennis programs.
A University of Kentucky College of Public Health student from Grayson County discovered her career path through an internship at her local health department and is now pursuing public health work in rural Kentucky communities.
University of Kentucky students can now renew commuter parking permits for the 2026-27 academic year during a presale window through July 17, with permits costing $336 for the eight-month academic year.
The University of Kentucky is now accepting parking permit applications from returning residential students for the 2026-27 academic year, with a priority presale window through July 17 for students with previous housing assignments.
The University of Kentucky's Enviropods program is registering middle schoolers for free three-day summer camps in Hazard, Frankfort and Somerset, where students use drones, virtual reality and other tools to study climate hazards and build resilience skills.
Nathaniel Stapleton, a mathematics professor at the University of Kentucky, has been honored as a 2026-27 University Research Professor for his work in chromatic homotopy theory and algebraic topology. The award, which includes a $10,000 grant, recognizes excellence in research and supports his long-term projects and research community at UK.
The University of Kentucky Alumni Association honored five outstanding individuals with 2026 Distinguished Service Awards during a June 12 banquet, recognizing their sustained service to the university and their communities.
A University of Kentucky oral historian is researching how natural disasters affect survivors' sense of identity and place, inspired by the 2012 tornado that destroyed her West Liberty family home.
University of Kentucky integrated strategic communication student Faith Pruitt earned Silver ADDY Awards at the national and district levels for her design and packaging work, with her national award recognizing a book cover redesign in the publication design category.
Dr. Meghan Marsac at Golisano Children's at UK offers five practical ways for families to strengthen connections during summer break without expensive outings, emphasizing that small moments of attention and presence add up to meaningful bonds.
The University of Kentucky Department of History is marking America's 250th anniversary with a "Celebrating 1776" series featuring lectures, events and courses that encourage critical reflection on the nation's founding and its lasting legacy.
A University of Kentucky researcher is investigating long-term liver health effects on East Palestine residents exposed to vinyl chloride during a 2023 train derailment, focusing on a difficult-to-diagnose liver condition that may not show up in routine blood tests.
University of Kentucky assistant professor Yeonjung Kang received the 2026 Outstanding Teaching Award for her work preparing future hospitality leaders through a teaching philosophy centered on critical thinking, active learning, and equity.
UK HealthCare and Cigna Healthcare have reached a new contract agreement restoring in-network coverage for about 4,500 patients who lost benefits when the organizations separated in May 2025 over disagreements on contract terms.
The University of Kentucky is recruiting Well-Being Champions to promote employee wellness across campus, with applications accepted through July 10. The volunteer positions require two to four hours monthly and involve implementing well-being initiatives at the departmental level.
The University of Kentucky is seeking volunteers for Technology Takeover, its annual iPad distribution event for incoming students scheduled for Aug. 18-20 at The Cornerstone. The initiative has helped the university achieve a 70% graduation rate and 90% retention rate since its 2019 launch.
The University of Kentucky has finalized a major partnership with Compass Group, a global foodservice and support services company, to manage dining, facilities and healthcare operations across its enterprise. The $275 million investment includes meal plan price reductions for students and guarantees job protections for current UK employees.
The University of Kentucky Alumni Association has announced its 2026-27 board of officers, with Kelly Sullivan Holland taking over as president, joined by Quentin R. Tyler as president-elect, Chad D. Polk as treasurer and Jill H. Smith as secretary.
The University of Kentucky approved its largest budget in history at $9.6 billion for fiscal year 2026-27, including a 3 percent salary increase for employees and more than $190 million in student scholarships and financial aid.
University of Kentucky experts share practical advice on summer travel health, medication safety, injury prevention, learning and cultural activities in the latest episode of the 'Behind the Blue' podcast.
The University of Kentucky and Compass Group announced a new group purchasing organization to connect Kentucky farmers with larger institutional buyers, building on previous local food purchasing successes.
University of Kentucky researchers found that a genetic variant in the GRN gene increases the risk of LATE dementia while reducing cancer risk, potentially explaining why these two diseases rarely occur together.
The University of Kentucky confirmed that employee meal swipes remain valid as Compass Group assumes dining and food service operations on July 1, with new meal plan purchases available online beginning June 27.
The University of Kentucky and UK St. Claire opened a second Appalachian Center for Assistive Technology in Morehead on June 25, expanding access to assistive technology services, equipment loans and workforce training across Eastern Kentucky.
Price Atkinson, a 1997 University of Kentucky journalism graduate, has built an international Olympic career, working as a press officer at the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics and as a curling announcer at the 2026 Milano Cortina Games.
The University of Kentucky's Kentucky Injury Prevention and Research Center released a new guide to help healthcare providers discuss mental health with patients, addressing a critical gap in routine medical care where mental health concerns often go unspoken.
UK HealthCare has launched a pioneering temporal artery ultrasound program in its emergency department to rapidly diagnose and treat giant cell arteritis, a vision-threatening condition, through bedside imaging technology that researchers say is the first of its kind in the nation.
Wayne T. Sanderson, a University of Kentucky professor specializing in occupational and environmental health research, has been named a 2026-27 University Research Professor. The award recognizes excellence in research that addresses scientific, social, cultural and economic challenges in Kentucky and beyond.
The Vesuvius Challenge, led by University of Kentucky researchers, announced a historic breakthrough in deciphering 2,000-year-old Herculaneum scrolls buried by Mount Vesuvius, revealing previously unknown philosophical texts and establishing UK as a global leader in digital heritage science.
Doug Boyd, director of the University of Kentucky's Louie B. Nunn Center for Oral History, has been named a 2026-27 University Research Professor. The recognition honors his innovations in oral history technology and his work developing the widely-used OHMS system and AI-driven SpeakEZ platform.
Danelle Stevens-Watkins, a UK professor of counseling psychology, has been named a 2026-27 University Research Professor for her work on health disparities in African American communities, particularly regarding opioid addiction and breastfeeding.
Scott Berry, an associate professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering at the University of Kentucky, has been named a 2026-27 University Research Professor for his work developing technologies to detect infectious disease markers through engineering approaches to molecular diagnostics.
The University of Kentucky's Wildcat Pulling Team returned from the international ASABE tractor competition with multiple awards and extended its three-year undefeated streak in heavyweight pulls, marking another successful year for the 25-year legacy program.
The University of Kentucky Police Department hosted the Safer Kentucky Symposium, bringing together leaders from colleges, universities, hospitals and public safety agencies to strengthen coordinated emergency response across institutional boundaries.
The University of Kentucky hosted the World of Coal Ash Conference in May, drawing over 1,200 international participants and affirming UK's leadership in coal combustion product research. Longtime researcher Tom Robl stepped down after 50 years of groundbreaking work in the field.
The University of Kentucky is temporarily closing several campus dining locations beginning June 29 for upgrades and technology improvements as it transitions to Compass Group for food services on July 1, affecting Starbucks locations, Einstein Bros. Bagels and other venues.
Clara Mitchinson, a University of Kentucky graduate teaching assistant in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Promotion, has received a 2026 Outstanding Teaching Award for her exceptional dedication to student achievement and teaching excellence.
Russell Jame, Ashland Oil Professor of Finance at UK's Gatton College, has been named a 2026-27 University Research Professor for his research on how information shapes financial markets.
Dean Simon Sheather is retiring from the University of Kentucky's Gatton College of Business and Economics after nearly eight years leading the school through a period of dramatic growth, innovation, and elevated national rankings.
Two University of Kentucky electrical engineering graduates have been awarded Defense Department SMART Scholarships to pursue doctoral degrees, each securing full tuition support and internship placements at federal defense facilities.
Kentucky Senate President Robert Stivers discussed the University of Kentucky's role in addressing the state's needs during an appearance on the university's podcast, emphasizing research, education and economic development.
University of Kentucky pediatric ear specialists offer prevention and treatment advice for swimmer's ear as summer water activities increase, recommending proper ear drying, protective earplugs, and avoidance of cotton swabs to keep children's ears healthy.
University of Kentucky Libraries and researchers are highlighting extensive resources documenting slavery, emancipation and African American history in Kentucky, including a project collecting thousands of fugitive slave advertisements from historical newspapers.
A University of Kentucky study finds that arthroscopic surgery to remove bone chips from thoroughbred yearlings' knees eliminates the performance penalties historically associated with the condition, challenging decades of industry assumptions.
Ann L. Coker, a University of Kentucky professor leading research on violence prevention, has been named a 2026-27 University Research Professor for her work developing and evaluating evidence-based prevention programs like Green Dot.
University of Kentucky researcher Sajia Shahrin Neha unveiled the discovery of roughly 50 hidden star clusters in nearby galaxies using NASA's James Webb Space Telescope and ground-based radio observatories, providing new insights into stellar formation and galaxy evolution.
Edgar Garcia-Velozo, a University of Kentucky geography Ph.D. student, has received the 2026 Outstanding Teaching Award for his innovative instruction on global migration and forced displacement.
The University of Kentucky named J Batt, Michigan State's athletics director, as the new director of UK Athletics and CEO of Champions Blue LLC on Monday. Batt replaces retiring athletics director Mitch Barnhart, who is stepping down after nearly 24 years.
Patrick Lee Lucas, a University of Kentucky design historian, has been named a 2026-27 University Research Professor for his work exploring how buildings, interiors and everyday objects reflect culture and identity. His current project combines design history and linguistics research to challenge stereotypes about Kentucky homes.
University of Kentucky sport leadership students completed a research project on college sports revenue sharing following the House v. NCAA settlement, gaining career-ready experience in the rapidly evolving athletics industry.
University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension agents completed a 12-day study abroad program in England and Scotland, discovering international parallels to their work serving Kentucky's 120 counties in food security and agricultural education.
UK HealthCare's EmPATH program has won the 2026 Gage Award for operational excellence from America's Essential Hospitals, recognizing the first psychiatric emergency unit in Kentucky for dramatically improving care outcomes and reducing emergency department burden.
The University of Kentucky and Compass Group are launching "Food Force One," a two-truck mobile food initiative designed to bring fresh meals, health education and community resources to all 120 Kentucky counties as part of their comprehensive enterprise services partnership.
Officials broke ground on the Commonwealth Center for Biomedical Excellence in downtown Covington, a $125 million facility that will house Northern Kentucky University's law school and the University of Kentucky's Northern Kentucky medical campus starting in 2029.
The University of Kentucky begins construction Monday to upgrade utility infrastructure supporting the Chandler Hospital expansion, closing the southbound lane of University Drive and the University Drive Garage for approximately one year.
The University of Kentucky has announced its Spring 2026 Dean's List, recognizing 10,600 students for academic excellence across all colleges and universities.
University of Kentucky researchers are developing AI software that recognizes individual cerulean warblers by their unique songs, potentially revolutionizing conservation monitoring for the declining songbird without requiring researchers to capture birds.
The University of Kentucky appointed Shirley Mitchell as director of its CATS AI initiative and launched a pilot research challenge to fund early-stage AI projects, advancing Kentucky's position in artificial intelligence innovation.
The University of Kentucky has launched "Families Moving Together," a curriculum designed to increase physical activity among preschool-aged children and their families across Kentucky, addressing low activity rates that contribute to the state's leading obesity crisis.
Shelita Jackson, director of undergraduate studies at UK's College of Social Work, has been named a 2026 Outstanding Teaching Award recipient for her "connected teaching" approach that emphasizes relationships and student growth.
Greg Gerhardt, a UK neuroscientist studying Parkinson's disease treatment and progression, has been named a 2026-27 University Research Professor. The honor recognizes his nearly three decades of translational research aimed at improving care for Kentuckians with neurodegenerative diseases.
Alex Farone, a University of Kentucky doctoral graduate in political science, has received UK's 2026 Outstanding Teaching Award for his engagement-focused pedagogy. He will join Jacksonville State University as an assistant professor this fall.
Eric King, executive director of Kentucky's Energy Planning and Inventory Commission, has been appointed to the National Petroleum Council, placing Kentucky at the federal government's most influential energy advisory table and recognizing the state's critical role in national energy policy.
Five Kentucky 4-H state officers are reflecting on their year of service as they prepare to hand over their leadership roles to the incoming 2026-27 state officer team.
UK HealthCare performed Kentucky's first robot-assisted kidney transplant, joining fewer than 40 U.S. centers offering this minimally invasive procedure that benefits high-risk patients through smaller incisions and reduced pain medication needs.
The University of Kentucky is partnering with Compass Group to overhaul game-day concessions at Kroger Field and other athletics venues, introducing more affordable pricing and restaurant-quality food options beginning with the 2026 football season.
University of Kentucky researchers have published two studies showing that nighttime light exposure and brain inflammation disrupt sleep and circadian rhythms in Alzheimer's disease models, with potential treatments targeting neuroinflammation showing promise.
The University of Kentucky celebrated the expansion of Centro de Salud Hombro a Hombro clinic in Santo Domingo, Ecuador, which now includes new medical laboratory, rehabilitation, dental and ultrasound services. The expanded facility, part of the UK's Shoulder to Shoulder Global program, will serve underserved communities and provide increased learning opportunities for UK students and health professionals.
James Buss, dean of Ball State University's Honors College, has been selected to lead the University of Kentucky's Lewis Honors College, beginning July 1.
Eight Kentucky elementary school teams competed in the fifth annual GEN-EV electric vehicle race at the University of Kentucky, with Maxwell Spanish Immersion Elementary taking the top two positions.
Associate Professor of Art History Miriam Kienle at the University of Kentucky was named a 2026-27 University Research Professor, earning a $10,000 award to support her scholarship on mail art and the international postal art movement.
A University of Kentucky medical researcher warns that heat in cars causes plastic water bottles to leach dangerous chemicals and plastic particles into drinking water, advising Kentuckians to switch to glass or stainless-steel alternatives.
UK HealthCare's Office of Health Disparities will host a free Back-to-School Extravaganza on July 11 in North Lexington, offering backpacks, sports physicals, vision screenings and health education to help families prepare for the school year.
Ten agricultural technology startups have been selected for Launch Blue and Bluegrass AgTech Development Corp's Summer 2026 I-Corps program, a six-week virtual training effort funded by the National Science Foundation to help innovators validate market demand and commercialize their technologies.
The University of Kentucky has awarded its highest honor for humanitarian service to two graduating seniors, Morgan David and Ben Ison, and faculty emeritus Sam Powdrill.
The University Press of Kentucky won the 2026 Kentucky History Award for "American Bloodlines: Reckoning with Lynch Culture" by Sonya Lea, a book examining the 1936 execution of Rainey Bethea, the last person publicly hanged in the United States, and the author's own family connections to the case.
UK HealthCare diabetes experts offer practical advice for managing blood sugar control while traveling during summer, emphasizing insulin storage, meal timing, medication schedules and proper packing of diabetes supplies.
University of Kentucky researchers discovered that excess nitric oxide impairs plant immune communication by creating a chemical barrier that traps disease-warning signals, preventing them from reaching other parts of the plant.
Golisano Children's at UK is now an enrollment site for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, providing free monthly books to newborns and pediatric patients through age 5 with support from Kentucky state legislation.
The University of Kentucky is accepting applications through June 30 for its Building Interdisciplinary Research Careers in Women's Health program, which trains early-career faculty in women's health and sex differences research.
UK graduate teaching assistant Faith Hensley has won the 2026 Outstanding Teaching Award for her innovative, student-centered approach to mathematics instruction, and will begin a tenure-track position at Cincinnati State this fall.
Ian Boggero, an assistant professor at UK's College of Dentistry, has been named a 2026-27 University Research Professor for his work developing psychological treatments for chronic orofacial pain. The award includes $10,000 to support his research expanding pain management interventions.
University of Kentucky researchers have uncovered a hidden chapter of American dance history through photographer Doris Ulmann's previously unexamined portraits of modern dance pioneers from 1919-1933, challenging assumptions about the photographer's most celebrated Appalachian work.
University of Kentucky physicists are among recipients of the 2026 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics for their work on the muon g-2 experiment, a decades-long international effort that produced the world's most precise measurement of a fundamental subatomic particle.
The University of Kentucky's inaugural Land-grant Engagement Bus Tour visited Western Kentucky communities in May, highlighting partnerships in health, agriculture, workforce development and the arts. University leaders emphasized listening to and collaborating with communities to solve shared challenges across the Commonwealth.
University of Kentucky researcher Andrew Pilny has been named a 2026-27 University Research Professor, one of 17 faculty members selected for the distinction. Pilny's work focuses on how artificial intelligence, social networks and organizational structures shape human connection and inequality.
University of Kentucky Healthcare leaders are urging Kentuckians to learn stroke warning signs during Stroke Awareness Month, emphasizing that rapid recognition and treatment can dramatically improve survival and recovery.
The University of Kentucky's Chandler Hospital expansion begins this month, forcing immediate parking and traffic changes on campus, including closure of University Drive Garage starting July 13 and temporary traffic shifts on University Drive.
A University of Kentucky social work professor discusses how people can better support loved ones experiencing serious illness or the end of life in the latest episode of the university's 'Behind the Blue' podcast.
The University of Kentucky has installed specialized wildlife deterrent fencing to reduce power outages caused by squirrels and other animals, with one system proving virtually 100% effective at a vulnerable substation.
The University of Kentucky is recruiting volunteers for Big Blue Move-In 2026, an annual event welcoming over 8,000 incoming students. The university hopes to exceed last year's 600 volunteers.
University of Kentucky and UK HealthCare have trained more than 5,000 Kentuckians in suicide prevention through a free online program, marking a major milestone in addressing the state's second leading cause of death among young people.
Elliott Kraus, a University of Kentucky business student, secured a full-time job offer from Bullard, a Cynthiana-based PPE manufacturer, after completing a two-year internship that began with a posting on Handshake. Now a business analyst, Kraus credits his education and hands-on experience for his career trajectory.
Jim Albisetti, a UK history professor emeritus, has attended the University of Kentucky Opera Theatre's "It's a Grand Night for Singing!" nearly every year since 1997, making him a fixture at the beloved Broadway revue.
A Lexington pastor's life was saved when Cardinal Valley Elementary School staff recognized he was in sudden cardiac arrest and quickly performed CPR and used an AED to restore his heartbeat. Vinegar has since recovered and been implanted with a device to prevent future cardiac events.
University of Kentucky students will see a 5% reduction in meal plan costs beginning next academic year through a new partnership with Compass Group, which takes over dining operations July 1, 2026. The deal also protects current employee jobs while expanding student learning opportunities.
The University of Kentucky has approved a $580 million public-private partnership to upgrade its utilities infrastructure and support the expansion of Chandler Hospital and other major campus projects.
The University of Kentucky has published the third edition of Aperture Journal of Undergraduate Research, showcasing 15 student-professor partnerships in an open-access, peer-reviewed student journal launched in 2023.
The University of Kentucky opened the $60 million Martin-Gatton Agricultural Sciences Building on Thursday, its first new agricultural facility in 35 years, made possible in part by a transformational $100 million gift from The Bill Gatton Foundation.
The University of Kentucky and Transylvania University announced three new initiatives expanding educational pathways in healthcare and innovation through their Advancing Kentucky Together Network partnership.
The University of Kentucky College of Medicine is recognizing Clinical Trials Day on May 20, highlighting the critical work of research professionals who coordinate complex studies and bring new treatments to patients across the Commonwealth.
The University of Kentucky is promoting mental health resources and support services during May's Mental Health Awareness Month, emphasizing the theme "More Good Days, Together" and addressing Kentucky's elevated suicide rates among youth.
The University of Kentucky recognized biomedical engineering professor Guoqiang Yu with the Kirwan Prize for research excellence and arts administration department chair Rachel Shane with the Sturgill Award for graduate education leadership.
University of Kentucky researchers are studying whether a dementia drug could help treat alcohol withdrawal by reducing harmful brain inflammation, potentially offering new treatment options for alcohol use disorder in a state facing significant public health challenges.
The University of Kentucky soil judging team placed seventh at the 2026 National Collegiate Soils Contest with more than 300 competitors, while individual competitor Jose Villanos finished fifth and qualified for the international competition in China.
A University of Kentucky mathematics education professor has published a book arguing that elementary math instruction should connect to human values and virtues rather than focusing solely on grades and test scores.
A 6-year-old Burkesville boy who suffered severe injuries after being hit by a car has made a remarkable recovery thanks to specialized care at UK HealthCare's pediatric trauma center. Oliver Blair was struck by an SUV last October while chasing the family dog; his mother performed life-saving CPR before he was airlifted to treatment.
A University of Kentucky marketing professor is researching how subtle sensory cues in retail environments—such as music and scent—shape consumer behavior, using field studies to demonstrate real-world applications of her findings.
University of Kentucky Transportation Services opens applications for Bike Voucher and Cash Out programs, offering financial incentives to students and employees who forgo parking permits and choose sustainable commuting options.
Two University of Kentucky alumni are leading personal protective equipment testing projects at ArcWear in Louisville, where they help manufacturers ensure worker safety through rigorous flame and arc-rated equipment testing.
AJ Hopkins, a University of Kentucky rising senior, has been awarded the prestigious Udall Undergraduate Scholarship, the first UK recipient since 2013. She is one of 65 students nationwide receiving the $7,500 award.
The Kentucky Geological Survey will host its 65th annual seminar June 2 in Lexington, focusing on energy research including hydrogen exploration, critical minerals and environmental management, with keynote remarks from the state's top energy policy official.
The University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center hosted its 16th annual Research Day on May 13, showcasing cancer research advances with over 120 poster presentations, keynote speakers, and awards recognizing outstanding scientific work.
The University of Kentucky College of Nursing is launching a Clinical Certificate in Addictions this fall, an 11-credit online program designed to train healthcare professionals in addiction care as Kentucky works to address one of the nation's highest overdose death rates.
The University of Kentucky has selected Compass Group as its enterprise services partner, with operations beginning July 1 and eventually covering dining, facilities and healthcare support services across the institution while protecting employee jobs and benefits.
The University of Kentucky Wildcat Forum is accepting applications for its Employee Educational Assistance Award, which provides $250 reimbursements to eligible full-time staff taking courses at UK. The deadline is May 22.
University of Kentucky Vice President Jay Blanton defended the institution's major restructuring efforts in an op-ed, citing growth in enrollment, graduation rates and research under President Eli Capilouto while addressing ongoing scrutiny of administrative changes, dining services outsourcing and athletics spending.
Six University of Kentucky undergraduates have been selected as 2026 Sustainability Summer Research Fellows, receiving $5,000 stipends to conduct student-led research on sustainable practices during the summer term.
The University of Kentucky has named 11 undergraduate students as 2026 CURE Fellowship recipients, providing each with $5,000 to conduct mentored research in cancer, cardiovascular health, neuroscience or substance use disorder this summer.
The University of Kentucky received a $1 million gift to launch Pathfinder, a new program aimed at addressing Kentucky's critical shortage of equine veterinarians by expanding pre-veterinary education and support for prospective students.
More than 60 University of Kentucky percussion alumni from five decades return to campus Saturday for a free landmark concert honoring the program's legacy and Professor Emeritus James Campbell, who directed the ensemble from 1985 to 2023.
Colby Kirk, a University of Kentucky graduate from Inez, now leads One East Kentucky's regional economic development efforts, having recruited nearly 1,500 jobs to replace losses from coal industry decline.
The University of Kentucky's Economic Development Collaborative will host its inaugural quarterly conference on May 28, bringing together regional leaders to discuss economic development priorities across different parts of the state.
The University of Kentucky released the My White Oak mobile app to help woodland owners assess their forests and plan white oak regeneration, addressing critical conservation challenges for this economically and ecologically important species.
University of Kentucky students won awards at the 2026 UKY Film Festival on April 30, with Sofia Ceccarello taking top honors for "The Color of the Walls." The event featured 17 student films judged by industry professionals.
The University of Kentucky will host the 13th annual Halftone Zine Fest on May 16, a free public celebration of independently published magazines, comics and printed art featuring panels with noted comics educators and a collaborative Muse Collective art installation.
University of Kentucky health experts are providing guidance on hantavirus as a rare outbreak aboard a cruise ship affects multiple passengers, though health authorities assess the public risk as extremely low.
The University of Kentucky Police Department is honoring law enforcement professionals during National Police Week (May 10-16) and inviting the campus community to recognize officers for their service and dedication to campus safety.
The University of Kentucky celebrated its largest-ever commencement with more than 4,800 graduates participating across four ceremonies May 8-9, while honoring documentary photographer Malcolm J. Wilson with an honorary degree for his decades of work elevating Appalachian voices.
UK HealthCare warns families that lawn mower injuries are preventable with proper safety precautions as mowing season begins across Kentucky, with doctors urging supervision of children and recommending specific safety protocols for users of all ages.
The University of Kentucky's Explore First program, designed for first-generation students, combines study abroad in London and Dublin with career readiness training through partnerships with major employers.
The University of Kentucky Appalachian Center is honoring 12 students with annual research awards totaling up to $1,000 each for scholarship on regional issues including climate resilience, mental health disparities, and water quality.
The inaugural Kentucky NextGen Cancer Summit brought 56 high school students from across Kentucky to the University of Kentucky to meet cancer researchers and health professionals, part of ongoing efforts to build the state's oncology workforce as Kentucky faces among the nation's highest cancer incidence and mortality rates.
University of Kentucky students can apply for the NextGen Service Fellowship, a fully-funded international development program administered by the Institute for International Education and supported by The Rockefeller Foundation. Applications close May 18.
The University of Kentucky named four undergraduate students as Excellent Undergraduate Research Ambassadors in recognition of their efforts to promote research opportunities and mentor peers during the 2025-26 academic year.
Mental health professionals and advocates across Kentucky are invited to a statewide roundtable discussion on May 12 focused on strengthening suicide prevention efforts amid increasing national suicide rates in the state.
Team Kentucky will send 32 competitors to the 2026 Transplant Games in Denver next month, with most being organ transplant recipients from UK HealthCare competing in athletic and recreational events celebrating organ donation.
Ephraim McDowell Health in Danville has joined the Golisano Children's at UK Affiliate Network, expanding access to specialized pediatric and neonatal care in central Kentucky.
University of Kentucky celebrated its largest commencement with 4,800+ graduates and 6,693 total degree candidates across four ceremonies, honoring documentary photographer Malcolm J. Wilson with an honorary degree.
The University of Kentucky's eighth annual Thrift Shop Pop Up set a new donation record with 1,893 pounds of items collected and 330+ students participating in the free thrifting event.
The University of Kentucky selected 12 students as the inaugural cohort of Tracy Farmer Scholars, providing $6,000 fellowships each to support research in environmental and sustainability fields across multiple academic disciplines.
A University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center study finds lung cancer screening rates among eligible Americans improved to 24.5% in 2024 but remain well below optimal levels, with significant disparities by insurance status and race.
A University of Kentucky graduate who left high school at 15 to work on a tobacco farm has earned her bachelor's degree in communication while raising five children and working full-time, achieving a 3.8 GPA and winning Dean's List honors twice. She has also been accepted to UK's MBA program.
Beth Spencer, a first-generation college student from Hazard, Kentucky, is graduating from the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree and plans to work in oncology to address cancer disparities affecting Eastern Kentucky.
The University of Kentucky honored five faculty members for excellence in mentoring undergraduate researchers during the 20th annual Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars on April 29. The award recipients were recognized for creating supportive, inclusive research environments.
The University of Kentucky announced four graduating students as speakers for its May 2026 commencement ceremonies, representing diverse academic fields and backgrounds in engineering, communications, public policy and pre-medicine.
Morgan Brooke, a University of Kentucky College of Public Health graduate, will join the Peace Corps in Paraguay as a public health volunteer, pursuing a lifelong dream to make community-level health impact.
Brayden Scott, a nonverbal journalism student from London, Kentucky, will graduate from the University of Kentucky this week with a bachelor's degree. Despite cerebral palsy and navigating campus in a wheelchair, Scott excelled as a copy editor at the Kentucky Kernel and plans to pursue motorsports journalism.
Documentary photographer Malcolm J. Wilson will receive an Honorary Doctor of Arts from the University of Kentucky at May 2026 commencement, recognized for his four decades of work honoring Appalachian people, culture and dignity.
Trenton Schroering, a political science junior at the University of Kentucky, has been selected as the first UK student to win the Phi Beta Kappa Society's 2026 Key into Public Service Scholarship, receiving a $7,600 award and an all-expenses-paid educational conference in Washington, D.C.
A University of Kentucky sports journalism major has accepted a competitive summer internship with NBC Sports in Connecticut, emerging as one of only three interns selected nationally for the position.
The University of Kentucky's Chellgren Center for Undergraduate Excellence introduced its 20th class of student fellows and named five new endowed professors, recognizing the center's two decades of supporting undergraduate excellence.
University of Kentucky construction work at William T. Young Library beginning May 11 will impact parking and pedestrian access through December as contractors conduct basement renovation and roof replacement work.
The University of Kentucky College of Education has partnered with Picadome Elementary School to launch the #IChampionHealth initiative, hosting monthly Caregiver Cafés designed to help families connect and support student well-being.
University of Kentucky College of Nursing graduate Hannah Everett, who survived Hodgkin's lymphoma twice, is beginning her nursing career dedicated to improving care for pediatric cancer patients after completing her clinical internship at UK's DanceBlue Clinic.
A University of Kentucky student recovers from a life-threatening car accident to graduate this weekend with two degrees from Gatton College of Business and Economics, crediting the campus community's support for her achievement.
A 15,000-piece Lego butterfly built by local youth and hospital patients was unveiled during the third annual Blue Morpho Sunrise Walk at UK's Arboretum, honoring the memory of Alexandra Simpson, who died in 2022 after battling a rare cancer.
The University of Kentucky announced that 12 students and recent graduates have earned prestigious NSF Graduate Research Fellowships, representing nine current students and three alumni pursuing advanced degrees in STEM fields.
A University of Kentucky College of Nursing graduate completing her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree developed a virtual reality simulation to improve nurses' recognition and treatment of sepsis in children, significantly boosting staff confidence and clinical knowledge.
Supriya Challa, a University of Kentucky College of Medicine graduate, is beginning a specialized residency in child and adolescent psychiatry at UK HealthCare, drawn to the field by her own transformative therapy experience as a child.
The University of Kentucky's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute serves over 1,200 adult learners ages 50 and older annually through courses, forums, trips and community activities. The program, alongside the Donovan Scholarship for seniors 65 and older, reflects UK's commitment to lifelong learning dating back to 1964.
The University of Kentucky's Omicron Delta Kappa Nu Circle inducted 36 new student leaders and recognized outstanding graduating seniors through the Maurice A. Clay Award and Jerry D. Claiborne Scholarships.
Jonathan Antonelli graduates from UK's College of Arts and Sciences with honors after overcoming academic failure, self-doubt and discovering his passion for medicine while helping rural communities like his hometown.
Kauner Shacklette, a first-generation college student from Vine Grove, Kentucky, discovered his passion for architecture after switching from computer science at the University of Kentucky. Through mentorship, international experiences and service fellowships, he has built a foundation for a career in design.
Kauner Shacklette, a University of Kentucky architecture graduate and first-generation college student, discovered his calling when he switched from computer science to pursue design after struggling with calculus.
The University of Kentucky will hold commencement ceremonies Friday and Saturday with a record 6,693 May degree candidates participating across four ceremonies at Rupp Arena, with all events livestreamed online.
Two University of Kentucky graduating seniors are pursuing careers in rural health through a new university program designed to address Kentucky's critical workforce shortages and persistent health disparities in underserved communities.
The University of Kentucky has issued an end-of-semester checklist for students as the spring semester concludes April 29, reminding them to complete finals, meet with advisors, register for future classes, handle housing logistics and return library materials to avoid penalties.
The University of Kentucky College of Education is enrolling teachers in ChangeMakers, a one-year professional learning program that allows educators to advance their teaching certifications while continuing to work in the classroom.
The University of Kentucky honored 10 exceptional educators — six faculty members and four graduate teaching assistants — with Outstanding Teaching Awards during its annual Faculty Awards Ceremony on April 30.
The University of Kentucky's White Hall Classroom Building, closed since 2024 for an $82 million renovation, is nearing completion and scheduled to reopen for the fall 2026 semester with 46 modernized classrooms, enhanced natural lighting and improved accessibility.
The University of Kentucky's Sports Center Garage closes Monday for a summer expansion project that will add 1,200 parking spaces. The $115 million initiative also includes a 40,000-square-foot expansion of the Johnson Student Recreation Center.
Belcan, a global engineering services firm founded by UK alumnus Ralph G. Anderson in 1958, has joined the University of Kentucky's OneUK strategic partnership program as its ninth partner, strengthening the university's collaboration with leading businesses across Kentucky.
A retired UK critical care physician's experience recovering from severe pneumonia in the same ICU system where he once worked provided him valuable insight into advances in post-critical illness care, while his participation in clinical research helped advance understanding of patient recovery patterns.
University of Kentucky researchers are launching a four-year, $650,000 study to investigate intrauterine growth restriction in swine, a condition affecting up to 30 percent of piglets in modern litters due to uterine overcrowding.
UK HealthCare pharmacist Dylan Spencer explains how to distinguish between spring allergies and colds, offering guidance on symptoms and treatment options as Kentucky enters its peak pollen season.
Walsh Construction and the University of Kentucky launched the second cohort of their Pre-Apprenticeship Program this month, enrolling seven participants in an eight-week training program tied to the construction of the UK Cancer and Advanced Ambulatory Building.
The 37th annual Barnstable Brown Kentucky Derby Eve Gala, set for May 1 in Louisville, will feature international music and entertainment stars and benefit UK HealthCare's Barnstable Brown Diabetes Center, which has raised over $22 million since 1989.
The University of Kentucky will illuminate campus buildings green on May 1 to recognize Mental Health Awareness Month, joining a nationwide observance founded in 1949 to raise awareness and reduce stigma surrounding mental illness.
A Henry Clay High School senior is gaining work experience through Project SEARCH, a transition-to-work program at the University of Kentucky that helps students with intellectual and developmental disabilities develop job-ready skills and prepare for competitive employment.
University of Kentucky summer parking permits go on sale May 4, costing $10.50 per week and available through May 14 enforcement dates starting May 11.
University of Kentucky researchers are converting coal into synthetic graphite for lithium-ion batteries, seeking to reduce U.S. dependence on China's dominant global graphite supply. The process shows economic and technical promise while supporting Kentucky's emerging battery manufacturing sector.
The University of Kentucky Alumni Association honored Stanley and Karen Pigman with the 2026 Founders Day Award on Thursday, recognizing the first-generation college graduates for their more than $55 million in philanthropic contributions that have transformed educational access and support at the university.
University of Kentucky experts recommend students use AI as a study tool during finals season while maintaining academic integrity by checking syllabi and avoiding submitting AI-generated work as their own.
The University of Kentucky Board of Trustees approved a 1.94% tuition increase for 2026-27, keeping resident undergraduate rates at $7,088.50 per semester while maintaining six-year average increases below 3%.
The University of Kentucky Board of Trustees approved up to $1.9 million in continued funding for its Smart Campus Initiative, which will provide approximately 7,500 iPad kits to students in its seventh phase of expansion.
University of Kentucky alumnus James F. Hardymon donated $1 million to advance UK Invests, a financial literacy program that rewards students for healthy behaviors and campus engagement, with participants showing significantly higher GPAs and retention rates.
The University of Kentucky Board of Trustees approved a $5 million gift from The Bill Gatton Foundation on Friday for student scholarships, continuing the philanthropic legacy of the late UK alumnus who has become the university's largest donor with over $200 million in total gifts.
The University of Kentucky Board of Trustees named 17 faculty members as University Research Professors for 2026-27, recognizing excellence across multiple disciplines at the flagship institution.
Dr. B. Mark Evers, director of the University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center, has been elected president-elect of the American Surgical Association, a position that reflects his distinguished career in surgical oncology, cancer research and academic leadership.
The University of Kentucky's comprehensive AI strategy has earned national recognition from Microsoft, which highlighted the institution's coordinated approach to responsible artificial intelligence adoption across campus.
University of Kentucky Police Chief Joe Monroe discussed campus safety updates and strategies in a new podcast episode, describing a layered approach that combines technology, training and community responsibility to protect students and staff.
The University of Kentucky has announced adjusted schedules for campus facilities and services during the summer break period to accommodate students remaining in Lexington for internships, courses and other reasons.
University of Kentucky landscape architecture faculty and students documented more than 20 environmental, social and economic benefits of Town Branch Commons through a national research program. The 2.2-mile park, completed in 2022, connects downtown Lexington to the Bluegrass landscape while managing stormwater, improving safety and catalyzing over $110 million in civic investments.
The University of Kentucky-based Research Evaluation and Analytics Capacity Hub hosted its third annual Research Analytics Summit in Newport, Rhode Island, drawing more than 215 participants and 100 speakers to advance data-informed decision-making across higher education institutions. The summit also unveiled a Joint Statement on Responsible Data Analytics emphasizing ethical governance and equitable access to analytics resources.
The University of Kentucky Police Department will conduct a federally mandated law enforcement training exercise April 28-29 at 305 Euclid Ave, with increased police presence expected on campus during the drill.