UK Happenings

UK to host 9/11 memorial vigil

Rows of small American flags displayed outdoors on a lawn, with a larger American flag visible in the background and a brick building softly out of focus behind them.
By Jenny Wells-Hosley
Sept. 9, 2026

Monday

Kentucky residents can trade Bradford pears for native trees at fall bounty Extension events

A dense thicket of Bradford pear trees covered in clusters of white spring blossoms stands along the edge of a wooded area. Bare and budding tree branches rise behind the flowering trees.
Monday

Farzana Baduel to deliver 2026 James C. Bowling Executive-in-Residence Lecture

A woman in a black lace dress sits on a black chair with her legs crossed against a dark gray background.
Monday

Homecoming 2026: Celebrate a week of Wildcat traditions

Close-up of a person holding a white rally towel featuring a blue “Homecoming” design with University of Kentucky branding and illustrated campus-themed icons. A blurred crowd and another person are visible in the background.
Oct. 2, 2026

2026 Ford Lecture to address policy challenges, prediction markets

Four panelists sit on a stage during a public lecture and discussion at the University of Kentucky. One speaker gestures while talking from an armchair, while the other panelists listen from a sofa and adjacent chairs. A large screen behind them.
Oct. 2, 2026

Community invited to celebrate UK Tree Week 2026

Several people wearing climbing helmets and safety harnesses are positioned among the large branches of a mature tree during an arboriculture training activity. Ropes and climbing equipment are attached throughout the canopy as participants climb and sit
Sept. 24, 2026

UK Alumni Association invites community to free Homecoming Block Party Oct. 4

Four people stand outdoors holding colorful balloon creations, including flowers and an animal-shaped balloon.
Sept. 24, 2026

Kentucky basketball great Dan Issel releases long-awaited memoir

Book cover for the basketball and life story of Dan Issel
Sept. 23, 2026

Community gleaning: The Arboretum’s partnership with Glean Kentucky helps feed Fayette County families

Three people harvest vegetables in a lush community garden on a sunny day. Rows of green plants fill the foreground as the volunteers bend over the crops, gathering produce.
Sept. 16, 2026

Register for Fall 2026 Citizens Police Academy

A photo of the Citizen’s Police Academy graduation. The group is standing and smiling.
Sept. 15, 2026

DanceBlue announces Chasing After Joy 5K

Graphic with the words “Chasing After Joy” in gold and pink lettering over a light blue background, with pastel diamond shapes behind the text. Below, smaller script text reads “DanceBlue 5K.”

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