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Chief Monroe shares safety tips, resources for new academic year

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In a message to students, UK Police Chief Joe Monroe emphasizes that safety is a shared responsibility and that UKPD is committed to helping students, faculty and staff feel informed, prepared and supported throughout the year.

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Fighting childhood obesity: UK researchers study semaglutide with adolescents

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

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Recommendations on cancer prevention, treatment in seniors

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Faculty, staff volunteers needed for After Office Hours

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The Bill Gatton Foundation 2026 Grand Challenges announced to advance Kentucky

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Wildcat Ready Day to bring safety resources, demonstrations to campus

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Go inside UK’s newest spaces with President Eli Capilouto

Friday

The Bill Gatton Foundation 2026 Grand Challenges announced to advance Kentucky

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Faculty, staff volunteers needed for After Office Hours

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Chief Monroe shares safety tips, resources for new academic year

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Arrest made in electric scooter theft case on UK campus

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UK College of Nursing graduate turns cancer journey into advocacy

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

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UK students explore Australia’s equine industry

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Wednesday

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.
Tuesday

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.

UK HealthCare

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

Friday

Recommendations on cancer prevention, treatment in seniors

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Thursday

Fighting childhood obesity: UK researchers study semaglutide with adolescents

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Monday

Recognizing epilepsy in older adults: Why awareness matters

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Aug. 20, 2026

UK HealthCare’s Clinical Pastoral Education program helps prepare future spiritual care leaders

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Research

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July 17, 2026

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

Thursday

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

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Thursday

Fighting childhood obesity: UK researchers study semaglutide with adolescents

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Aug. 21, 2026

UK turfgrass research targets the annual bluegrass weevil to help protect Kentucky’s golf courses

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Aug. 18, 2026

UK researchers explore new way to protect trees from invasive diseases

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UK Happenings

April 21, 2025

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

Friday

Wildcat Ready Day to bring safety resources, demonstrations to campus

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

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Thursday

Gaines Center to launch ‘Year of the Human Algorithm’ with ‘Her’ screening, faculty panel

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Wednesday

UK HR Work-Life to host Parents Resource Fair Sept. 2

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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

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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Aug. 10, 2026

College of Education staff member helps students find their voice, path to college

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Aug. 4, 2026

UK alum leads with heart as he serves his community

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• Coffee culture is a class at University of Kentucky

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• Dragonflies expand across Kentucky amid rainy summer, mosquito surge

wkyt.com (Jonathan Larson)

• Costa Rica's cloud forest is dying of thirst despite 100 inches of rain a year

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• New University of Kentucky program uses equine research to grow the next generation of scientists

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