Campus News

More than basketball: The Sheppard family’s commitment to their Kentucky home

Four people pose together in front of a large mural depicting a University of Kentucky basketball championship celebration. The group stands with their arms around one another, wearing Kentucky-themed clothing, confetti and a packed arena crowd in backgro
By Deb Moore
Oct. 2, 2026

For the Sheppard Family, Kentucky means more than basketball. Learn why UK helped build the foundation that would inspire Jeff, Stacey, Madison and Reed to serve the people of the Commonwealth.

Friday

The Bill Gatton Foundation commits $30 million to transform The Arboretum

Aerial view of a landscaped green space with winding paths, gardens, trees and a building, with a water tower visible in the distance.
Friday

UK joins global Reconciliation League as a founding member 

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Friday

Upcoming lane closures and parking impact: Cooper and University drives

Map showing temporary lane and sidewalk closures and unavailable parking near Cooper and University drives.
Thursday

UK joins national initiative focused on advancing student success

Students work and talk together around tables with laptops in a bright campus study space.
Wednesday

College of Fine Arts adds film and sonic art, music industry degree programs

Brick academic building with a covered entrance, walkway and landscaping on a sunny day.
Oct. 16, 2026

UK HR Eldercare hosting Virtual Dementia Tour for employees Oct. 27

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Oct. 15, 2026

Op-Ed: Growth is critical for UK, for Lexington, for Kentucky

Fall foliage frames the University of Kentucky sign as a cyclist passes by on campus.
Oct. 15, 2026

Chellgren Center celebrates 20 years of undergraduate excellence at UK

Group photo of UK fellows standing on a stage beneath a screen marking the program’s 20th anniversary.
Oct. 13, 2026

UK Alert test to take place Oct. 15

Blue rectangular graphic with large white text that reads ‘UK ALERT’ beside a triangular warning icon with an exclamation point and signal lines, representing the University of Kentucky emergency notification system.
Oct. 13, 2026

Gaines Center seeking nominations for Outstanding Lecture in the Humanities

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