Campus News

Through partnership, Compass Group to make major investments in UK enterprise

Kentucky and Compass Group logos over a blue‑tinted aerial view of campus buildings

June 30, 2026

Through this new partnership, Compass Group will invest in UK service lines, our people and our Commonwealth. Those investments range from a new dining hall to student scholarships to "Food Force One."

Friday

Gaines Center accepting applications for 2026-27 minigrant program

The William T. Young Library is pictured from the front, with landscaped flower beds and a walkway leading to the building entrance.

Friday

Historic Scovell Hall enters new chapter as home of UK Martin-Gatton CAFE

A group of people stands in front of the University of Kentucky Agricultural Experiment Station building during a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The historic brick building features a columned entrance and a sign reading “AGRICULTURAL EXPERIMENT STATION."

Tuesday

UK Police to host law enforcement training July 28, 30

First responders at an outdoor emergency scene, including firefighters and police officers wearing high-visibility jackets and helmets, standing near a sign that reads “Training in Progress,” with trees and yellow caution tape in the background.

July 23, 2026

The ‘front door’ to change: UK’s Community Innovation Lab unveils new home

A group of people pose outside a brick building entrance decorated with blue and white balloons.

July 13, 2026

UK Recycling sets record with more than 18 tons collected during move-out

Students move belongings and furniture outside a residence hall during campus move-in.

July 13, 2026

Design-build partnership in Eastern Kentucky expands river access, reimagines historic site

A bright red, geometric outdoor pavilion sits beside a grassy area as several people gather nearby in conversation. A green kayak rests on the ground in front of the structure, with wooded hills and a clear blue sky in the background.

July 10, 2026

UK to lead statewide kindergarten readiness pilot

A teacher sits at a classroom table helping children decorate paper bowls with markers, while another child waits nearby in a colorful early learning classroom filled with art supplies and books.

July 10, 2026

University Drive Garage closure scheduled for July 13

Map of University Drive Garage closure, traffic detours and pedestrian routes near UK HealthCare.

July 8, 2026

Volunteer for Technology Takeover and help welcome UK’s newest Wildcats

A student receives assistance from a staff member at a campus welcome table while picking up technology and orientation materials during a student support event.

July 2, 2026