Join the Big Blue Thank You

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Nov. 11, 2014) — In the midst of our busy rush, rush, rush days, it can sometimes be difficult remembering the simple acts that enrich our lives — like giving someone a heartfelt “thank you for all you do.”

The University of Kentucky Parent Association has created that opportunity with the Big Blue Thank You program.

On Nov. 12 and Nov. 13, the Parent Association staff will provide students with note cards, pens and refreshments so they can write a thank you note to a parent, family member or mentor back home who has helped them succeed at UK.

Tables set up at the Student Center Starbucks will be staffed 11 a.m.–2 p.m. this Wednesday and Thursday to provide writing materials. Sealed, addressed letters left with Parent Association staff will be mailed at no charge to students.

“This is the second year that we are offering this program,” said Christine Baughman, graduate assistant in the Office of New Student and Parent Programs. “We hope that students take advantage of the opportunity to express their gratitude to those who mean the most to them and who have supported them with their college dreams and goals. The UK Parent Association is here to support the relationship between students and their families, and this is a simple way for us to do just that.”

For more information regarding this event, please contact the UK Parent Association staff by emailing parents@lsv.uky.edu or calling 859-257-6597

The Parent Association is a department within the Office of New Student and Parent Programs, which is part of the Division of Student Affairs, an integral part of the University of Kentucky experience. With interactions among students, faculty and staff, Student Affairs seeks to facilitate the integration of the students’ academic experience with other aspects of university life that encourage personal and professional development. One of the most important keys to a student's success is building meaningful relationships and developing strong connections to the university through members of the UK community. Student Affairs provides many opportunities to facilitate these connections through internships, intramural athletics, volunteer work, student clubs, registered student organizations, community service, and much, much more.

MEDIA CONTACT: Gail Hairston, 859-257-3302, gail.hairston@uky.edu