Professional News

Art and digital media design faculty selected as ’26 Derby Festival poster artist

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Jan. 12, 2026

University of Kentucky lecturer Shae Goodlett has been selected as the official artist for the 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival poster, which will debut in February and feature on the festival’s merchandise line.

Friday

Preeminent US history journal features UK professor’s essay

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Tuesday

Alumni Career Services launches ‘Reignite Your Career’ series

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Tuesday

‘Behind the Blue’: Shaunna Scott and Kathryn Engle discuss just transitions for Central Appalachia

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Jan. 23, 2026

Advancing undergraduate education through the Chellgren Endowed Professorship: Rebekah Radtke

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Jan. 16, 2026

Chellgren Center now accepting applications for next cohort of Chellgren Endowed Professors

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Jan. 15, 2026

UK alum brings engineering skills to national racing stage

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Jan. 14, 2026

UK Staff Senate honors 2025 Outstanding Staff Award winners

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