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

Tuesday

UK field day helps Kentucky farmers explore practical tools and technology

A large orange tractor is attached to a red vegetable transplanter during an outdoor agricultural equipment demonstration. Several people are gathered around the machine, with one person seated at the planting station loading seedling trays.
Tuesday

Aspiring teachers invited to explore education programs at UK

Two people pose with the UK Wildcat mascot in front of a College of Education backdrop, framed by blue, white and silver balloons. They hold signs reading “The heart to be the next Elementary Teacher” and “The heart to be the next Wildcat.”
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.

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