Transylvania University: Transylvania To Honor Class Of 2020 With In-Person Commencement Saturday

Transylvania University can finally celebrate its Class of 2020 with an in-person commencement ceremony Saturday after a yearlong delay ...

Transylvania University: Transylvania Students To Receive $1,000 Grants Under American Rescue Plan

On March 11, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 became law. The plan includes authorization of the Higher Education Emergency Relief F ...

New Concentration Prepares UK Social Work Students To Become Educators, Scholars

The curriculum will address the dynamic nature of social work education by focusing on diversity, expansion and systemic oppression.

University Of Kentucky Alum Paul Wagner Connects People To The Past Through Film

The Academy Award and Emmy Award winning filmmaker's latest documentary is about the first Black football players at UK and in the SEC.

University Of Kentucky President Announces Budget Priorities For FY 2021-22

If approved, the minimum hourly wage for regular employees will increase to $15 an hour beginning Jan. 1.

Online Recording Available Of UK's In-Person Commencement

Around 1,000 of the participants were 2020 grads who were invited to take part in this year's ceremony.

University Of Kentucky Honors Intern And Employer Of The Year

The awards were announced during a May 6 Zoom ceremony.

'Behind The Blue': Kathleen Montgomery, Interim Director Of The Patterson School Of Diplomacy And International Commerce

This distinguished graduate program has been preparing its students for careers in both public service and the private sector for 60 years.

Eligible UK Employees Can Now Participate In New CSA Pilot To Support Black Farmers

There are an equivalent of 50 full vouchers available, and they will be honored on a first-come, first-served basis from May 8-28.

University Of Kentucky President Selects Medical Dean As Acting Provost

Bob DiPaola will begin his duties July 1 for a one-year appointment until June 30, 2022.

'One Day For UK' In April Generated Over $3 Million In Gifts

This year's digital giving day more than tripled the first year's total.

UK Community Members Vaccinated For COVID-19 No Longer Required To Complete Daily Screener

Students, faculty and staff physically coming to campus who have not been vaccinated will be required to screen daily throughout the summer.

University Of Kentucky Grad And Father Of 4 Completes Degree 15 Years In The Making

Byron Mitchell always knew he would complete his bachelor's degree, but he couldn't have imagined doing it during a global pandemic.

UK Technology Met Community Needs For Vaccine Sign Up And Scheduling

ITS worked to create the vaccine scheduler, which sent unique invitations that could not be shared with others.

UK Presidents Provides Update On Shared Governance, Searches

A new search will begin this fall for a Dean of the Graduate School.

VIDEO: UK Football's Abadi-Fitzgerald Finds Community In The Big Blue Nation

Abule Abadi-Fitzgerald came to the U.S. from Nigeria when he was only 12 years old.

'Behind The Blue': Jonathan Allison, Interim Chair Of The UK Department Of English

His original plan was to earn a master's degree then return to his homeland to resume his career of teaching high school students.

Only Days Remain To Nominate History/Civics Teachers For 2021 Clements Award

The award recognizes promising and innovative Kentucky educators.

Honor Your 2021 Graduate On Lexington Patch

Students have overcome many obstacles the past year. Celebrate your graduate on Lexington Patch.

UK To Honor May 2021, 2020 Graduates This Weekend

More than 5,000 undergraduate and graduate degree candidates are eligible for May 2021 degree conferral.

NBA 2K League's Gen.G Tigers Of Shanghai Relocate To University Of Kentucky

The e-sports team will kick off its season May 19-22 with a competition on the UK campus.

University Senate's Collaborations Help UK Students And Faculty Navigate Pandemic

The Senate just approved a three-year pilot for test-optional undergraduate admissions.

Kroger Field Clinic Demobilizes, Vaccine Operations Transition To UK HealthCare Pharmacies

The switch, scheduled for May 19, is due to decreased demand.

University Of Kentucky Extension Offices Serving As Community COVID-19 Vaccination Sites

The sites opened during the last week in April.

Transylvania University: Transylvania Alumna Blossoms Into Award-Winning Educator, Inspiring Next Generation Of Pioneers

Sophie Schwab '11 likes to tell her students that biology is her first love. Convincing them of its relevance in every facet of their li ...

Bluegrass Community & Technical College: Scott County High School Students A Step Ahead

LEXINGTON, KY - Eight Scott County high school students are earning associate degrees from Bluegrass Community and Technical College (B ...

UK Alum Leaves Behind More Than $1 Million To Pave Path For Future Engineers

Henry Vickers spent the majority of his life as a public servant working in civil engineering.

UK Ag Equine Programs' Students And Partners Give Back During Spring Into Service Day

The event also allowed the students to learn about the African American heritage within the equine community.

A Bold Vision: UK Alum Luke Glaser Is Helping To Create A Brighter Future For Eastern Kentucky

Since his election as city commissioner in 2018, he has been a key player in one of the most effective administrations in Hazard's history.

University Of Kenutcky Making Plans For Normal Housing Occupancy In Fall 2021

Health and safety protocols will be implemented in alignment with START team and CDC recommendations.

Bluegrass Community & Technical College: BCTC, KAM Celebrate Kentucky Manufacturing Going Pro

LEXINGTON, KY - Bluegrass Community and Technical College (BCTC) and the Kentucky Association of Manufacturers (KAM) are celebrating ro ...

Transylvania University: Transylvania Juniors Awarded Shearer Scholarship For Campus Leadership, Academic Excellence

Transylvania University juniors Hannah Isa and Karisma Keeton have been awarded this year's Charles and Susan Shearer Scholarship for ou ...

'Behind The Blue': Eyes On Building A Better Future With UK College Of Engineering Dean Rudy Buchheit

This University of Kentucky podcast is available on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify.

Cash Out Program Applications Now Open For University Of Kentucky Employees

The program is limited to the first 100 qualified applicants.

Unprecedented Year, Unprecedented Accomplishments For UK Athletics, UK Community

This is the first time the University of Kentucky athletics program has won two national championships in a single year.

UK Campus Turns Blue To Celebrate National Championships

Various buildings around campus will be lit with blue lights this week to honor the rifle and women's volleyball teams.

Lexington Area Completion Rates For College Aid Applications

See how college aid applications changed for Lexington area high schools.

Transylvania University: Transylvania Students Win Prestigious Fulbright Awards To Teach Abroad

Two Transylvania University seniors have won extremely competitive Fulbright grants to serve as English teaching assistants abroad.

Winners Announced In Inaugural UK Cornerstone Call For Art

The inaugural call focused on two themes: Black Lives in the Bluegrass and Kentucky Confronting COVID-19.

Toyota Investing $1.7 Million To Help Diversify Engineering Workforce

Scholarships will be provided to undergraduates at three Kentucky higher education institutions, including UK.