University of Kentucky Recognized As Top College For Diversity

UK also was named a Diversity Champion.

Healthy Restart FAQs Answered For UK Faculty, Staff And Students: Sept. 29 Edition

As of Sept. 28, the university is reporting 365 current active COVID-19 cases and 1,510 recovered cases among students.

Laura Bryan Named Lewis Honors College Acting Dean

The announcement follows Dean Christian Brady’s appointment as interim dean of the UK College of Arts and Sciences.

'Behind The Blue': A Conversation With The University Of Kentucky President

Eli Capilouto discusses the return to classes during the pandemic, ongoing efforts regarding diversity, equity and inclusion, and more.

Healthy Restart FAQs Answered For UK Faculty, Staff And Students: Sept. 28 Edition

The university has paused hiring throughout the campus, with the exception of student employment.

University Of Kentucky Women’s Forum Announces Annual Conference Dates, New Name

The conference, now called Womxn+, is scheduled for Dec. 8-9 and will be virtual.

What The University Of Kentucky Is Doing To Help Students In Isolation

A COVID-19 support group via Zoom has been created to allow students to talk to peers in similar situations.

George Wright Discusses Reorganization And His Vision For A More Equitable UK Campus

Wright is the interim vice president for institutional diversity on campus.

Healthy Restart FAQs Answered For UK Faculty, Staff And Students: Sept. 25 Edition

As of Sept. 23, the university is reporting 507 current active COVID-19 cases and 1,195 recovered cases among students.

Healthy Restart FAQs Answered For UK Faculty, Staff And Students: Sept. 24 Edition

As of Sept. 23, the university is reporting 507 current active COVID-19 cases and 1,195 recovered cases among students.

UK Begins Study To Look At Length Of Coronavirus Quarantine Time

Results will be shared with the CDC for consideration in future protocols and guidelines.

Healthy Restart FAQs Answered For UK Faculty, Staff And Students: Sept. 23 Edition

As of Sept. 22, the university is reporting 523 current activeCOVID-19 cases and 1,191 recovered cases among students.

Students, Employees Asked To Take Survey After UK Alert Test

Officials say the test and survey are important to the university’s safety efforts and emergency preparedness procedures.

Libraries Survey Aims To Better Service On UK Campus

Students participants can enter to win prizes.

New AV Technology Brings Instruction From The Classroom To The Computer At UK

Of the over 350 classrooms on campus, 90% have received upgraded tech such as panoramic cameras.

Nancy Cox Discusses UK Vice President For Land-Grant Engagement Appointment In Q&A

She says extension services have extended beyond agriculture to include community health, nutrition and economic development.

Healthy Restart FAQs Answered For UK Faculty, Staff And Students: Sept. 22 Edition

As of Sept. 21, the university is reporting 499 current active COVID-19 cases and 1,146 recovered cases among students.

University Of Kentucky Social Work Launches Program To Support Kinship Caregivers

From day care closures to remote learning, the COVID-19 pandemic has widened support gaps.

University Of Kentucky Hosts Celebration Of Land-Grant Research

Scott Hutchins, deputy under secretary for research, education and economics with the USDA, was the keynote speaker for the event.

Two Recent University Of Kentucky Grads Selected To Teach In France

Calli Brooks and Tsage Douglas will instruct French students in English for seven months.

UK Begins Random Student Testing For Coronavirus, Continues Wastewater Testing

The random COVID-19 testing of students who come to the campus will take place throughout the semester.

Healthy Restart FAQs Answered For UK Faculty, Students And Staff: Sept. 21 Edition

As of Sept. 18, the university was reporting 428 current active COVID-19 cases and 1,027 recovered cases among students.

UK International Center's Global Engagement Academy Expands Fall Course Offerings

The GEA, designed faculty and staff, helps participants enhance knowledge and develop skills on aspects of campus internationalization.

Healthy Restart Faqs Answered Sept. 18 For UK Faculty, Staff And Students

As of Sept. 17, the university is reporting 420 current active COVID-19 cases and 974 recovered cases among students.

UK Spring 2021 Academic Calendar Approved Without Spring Break Due To Pandemic

The first day of classes for the semester is Jan. 25.

Zoom To Require Passcode Or ‘Waiting Room’ For Meetings Starting Sept. 27

Customers hosting meetings via their University of Kentucky Zoom account will need to update their settings.

Healthy Restart FAQs Answered For UK Faculty, Students And Staff: Sept. 17 Edition

As of Sept. 16, the University of Kentucky is reporting 444 current active COVID-19 cases and 919 recovered cases among students.

Second Annual 'One Day For UK' Online Fundraising Event Is Underway

Donors can give to the college, program or cause of their choice.

Nomination Period For 2020 UK Libraries Medallion For Intellectual Achievement Extended

To be eligible, nominees must be a Kentucky native or have more than three years of study, work or residency in the state.

Healthy Restart FAQs Answered For UK Faculty, Staff And Students: Sept. 16 Edition

As of Sept. 15, the University of Kentucky is reporting 463 current active cases and 897 recovered cases among students.

University of Kentucky Program Celebrates A Decade Of Helping Rural Communities Thrive

CEDIK has made a difference for many small towns struggling to recover from job losses and an outward migration of residents.

National Coronavirus Response Coordinator Commends UK’s Restart Plans

Dr. Deborah Brix visited the University of Kentucky campus on Monday.

Healthy Restart FAQs Answered For UK Faculty, Staff And Students: Sept. 15 Edition-19

As of Sept. 14, the University of Kentucky is reporting 424 current active COVID-19 cases and 874 recovered cases among students.

Nancy Cox Discusses Her New Role As UK’s Vice President For Land-Grant Engagement

This edition of “Behind the Blue” explores Cox’s vision for the newly-created position.

University Of Kentucky Earns ‘Great Colleges To Work For’ Designation

UK ranked in previous years on the Modern Think list, but this is the first time it has ever achieved Honor Roll status.

UK Officials Will Discuss Campus Approach To Coronavirus During Sept. 17 Facebook Live Session

Individuals can submit questions they want addressed during the session via email.

Healthy Restart FAQs Answered For UK Faculty, Staff And Students: Sept. 14 Edition

As of Sept. 13, the university is reporting 383 current active cases and 826 recovered cases among students.

Installing Reliable Wi-Fi In The Face Of Coronavirus Challenges At The University Of Kentucky

A new network provides connection for children of UK employees in recently established child care centers on campus.

Couple’s Generosity To The University Of Kentucky Continues During Coronavirus Pandemic

Chris and Vicki Gorman fund scholarships for law, nursing and political science students.

Healthy Restart FAQs Answered For UK Faculty, Staff And Students: Sept. 11 Edition

As of Sept. 10, the university is reporting 432 current active cases and 590 recovered cases among students.​