Student News

First week for Wildcats: See our favorite moments

Students walk along a shaded campus pathway outside a modern academic building surrounded by large trees.
By Amy Jones-Timoney
Monday

Relive some of our favorite moments for the first week of the 2026-27 academic year.

Wednesday

A summer of discovery: UK senior advances academic, research goals through international study

Person standing in front of the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Germany, with the landmark’s columns and the Quadriga sculpture visible overhead. Pedestrians and an overcast sky appear in the background.
Monday

Back on campus? Here’s what’s new at UK this fall

Two students walk together through a bright campus lounge as others study and socialize nearby.
Monday

Students gain ‘unbelievably valuable’ experience from U-DAIRE program

Two people wearing rubber boots stand among several light-brown dairy cows inside a covered barn. One person rests a hand on a cow beside them, while other cows stand or lower their heads in the dirt-covered enclosure.
Aug. 28, 2026

Getting sick on campus: How to stay healthy during the school year

Students walk along a busy campus sidewalk on a sunny day during the start of the fall semester. People carrying backpacks travel in both directions along a tree-lined pedestrian pathway.
Aug. 27, 2026

UK students explore Australia’s equine industry

A dark horse wearing a blue halter stands in a stable yard while two people observe and interact with it. One person holds a notebook and reaches toward the horse’s muzzle, while another stands nearby listening.
Aug. 26, 2026

From foster care to Miss Kentucky, UK student uses platform to give back

Person in a sparkling red gown with a flowing cape walks across a stage, with a large "Kentucky" sign and dark, illuminated backdrop in the background.
Aug. 25, 2026

Beam Institute students gain global spirits experience in Scotland

A group of about 20 people stand outdoors in front of a white stone building with large black painted lettering on the wall. One person in the center holds a framed certificate while the group gathers around for a photo.
Aug. 24, 2026

Fall 2026 key dates for students

Two smiling University of Kentucky students chat with seated attendees outside a campus building on a sunny day.
Aug. 21, 2026

Ireland through the lens: Explore First inspires creativity and confidence

A person sits on a large rock formation along a rugged shoreline during a visit to a coastal landscape.
Aug. 19, 2026

K Week kicks off welcoming new and returning Wildcats to campus

Three people hold signs reading “K TEAM 65,” “K TEAM 27” and “K TEAM 11” while standing outdoors on campus during a university event, with other attendees visible in the background.

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