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'Somewhere between Egypt and Kentucky': UK grad's commencement speech reaches millions

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As a new semester begins, Mostafa Mubarak’s viral commencement speech offers a timely reminder of the power of connection and community at UK.

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VR practice for public speaking: Brandi Frisby’s CURATE research

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Tuesday

UK researcher earns international award to pursue bold new direction in Alzheimer’s, dementia research 

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Beyond ‘Caturday’: New commercial celebrates UK’s impact across Kentucky

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Mule helps scientists build the clearest horse and donkey genomes yet

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UK experts offer advice for supporting children throughout the school year 

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Thursday

UK experts offer advice for supporting children throughout the school year 

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Annual UK Outstanding Staff Award nominations open

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UK announces Lexington Children’s Museum as 2026-27 Cornerstone Community Innovation Partner

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Parking, vehicle relocation information for UK football home opener

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First week for Wildcats: See our favorite moments

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Kentucky Eventing Team builds athletes, leaders and community

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Education Abroad & Exchanges to host Fall Fair, Flamenco on the Commons

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'Somewhere between Egypt and Kentucky': UK grad's commencement speech reaches millions

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Wednesday

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

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UK HealthCare

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Game, set, smile: Pediatric patients face off against pros at Lexington Open mini pro-am

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Centerpoint Health – Paris joins Golisano Children’s at UK – Affiliate Network, increasing access to specialized pediatric care

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Monday

Heat safety tips as students return to outdoor sports and activities

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Aug. 28, 2026

Recommendations on cancer prevention, treatment in seniors

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Aug. 27, 2026

Fighting childhood obesity: UK researchers study semaglutide with adolescents

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July 17, 2026

Research awards exceed $500 million, power UK mission to advance Kentucky

Thursday

Mule helps scientists build the clearest horse and donkey genomes yet

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Wednesday

VR practice for public speaking: Brandi Frisby’s CURATE research

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Tuesday

UK researcher earns international award to pursue bold new direction in Alzheimer’s, dementia research 

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Aug. 27, 2026

Fighting childhood obesity: UK researchers study semaglutide with adolescents

Two health care providers review information on a computer workstation in a hospital clinic. One points to data on the screen while discussing results, illustrating collaboration in patient care and clinical decision-making.

UK Happenings

April 21, 2025

It’s On Us, KRNL Lifestyle + Fashion Magazine to host Denim Day Fashion Show: Awareness, Advocacy and Action

Wednesday

Staff Senate to host UK Remembers

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Wednesday

Blueprint Kentucky to host Pathways to Prosperity: A Rural Kentucky Virtual Summit

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Aug. 28, 2026

Wildcat Ready Day to bring safety resources, demonstrations to campus

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Aug. 28, 2026

Boost the blood supply: DOUGH-nate at upcoming campus drives

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April 16, 2026

UK School of Music celebrates year-end performances featuring UK orchestra, choirs, wind ensembles

Aug. 14, 2026

UK Art Museum announces Fall ’26 exhibitions

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June 18, 2026

UK Libraries, researchers highlight resources exploring slavery, emancipation history in Kentucky

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June 5, 2026

Broad range of music, stellar talent fuels audience member’s nearly 30-year visit to ‘Grand Night’

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May 14, 2026

50 years of UK percussion alumni return for landmark concert

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May 18, 2026

Outstanding UK faculty honored with Kirwan Prize, Sturgill Award

Thursday

Nominations sought for 2026 James Madison Award

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Tuesday

UK Police Chief Joe Monroe elected president of Kentucky Association of Chiefs of Police

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Aug. 19, 2026

Applications for fall Employee Educational Assistance Award now open

Aug. 17, 2026

‘Great Teacher’ Robin Cooper helps students see science beyond the classroom

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