UK update to employees: Meal swipes remain valid
LEXINGTON, KY. (June 26, 2026) — Meal swipes purchased by University of Kentucky employees will remain valid as the university transitions to a new dining partner.
Through the Enterprise Services Partnership, Compass Group — UK’s preferred partner — will begin campus dining and food services in several service areas as part of UK Hospitality, formerly UK Dining.
Compass Group’s team is on campus working to upgrade spaces and services for employees, students and visitors. Read an update on locations temporarily closed this summer online.
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