UK Students Attend IdeaFestival

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Oct. 2, 2014) — Some of the world's leading thinkers and innovators are in downtown Louisville this week for the annual IdeaFestival (IF), which runs through Friday at the Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts. The University of Kentucky continues to serve as a sponsor for this four-day event.

Eight UK students received funding to attend the conference for all four days, thanks to a grant from the Council on Postsecondary Education. Tomorrow, more than 70 University of Kentucky students will attend the IF with representatives from the Academy of Undergraduate Excellence in the Division of Undergraduate Education

IF, which began in Lexington in 2000, is a unique event that celebrates innovation in ways designed to stretch the imagination and broaden horizons. IF has grown into one of the world's premier showcases of creativity and discovery, exploring innovation across different fields including design, science, business, arts, technology, industry, spirituality, medicine, media, literature, international affairs, and more.

For more information about the IdeaFestival, and to view the full schedule of events and speakers, visit the website at www.ideafestival.com/.