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

Friday

UK partnership helps bring people, opportunity home to Eastern Kentucky

A panoramic view of forested Appalachian mountains covered in fall foliage, with a valley and community visible in the distance.
Oct. 23, 2026

Economic Development Collaborative to host convening on Kentucky’s arts economy

Modern multi-story campus building at a street corner, with large glass windows and parked cars.
Oct. 22, 2026

UK Robinson Center creates ‘buzz’ with Youth Science Day

A group of children and adults walk along a gravel path at an outdoor agricultural facility, gathering near livestock pens and a covered barn structure. Large shade trees frame the scene in the foreground.
Oct. 21, 2026

DanceBlue invites community to 11th annual silent auction

Two people look over blue, white and yellow items displayed on a table during an indoor event.
Oct. 21, 2026

Leadership Week brings growth opportunities for UK employees

University of Kentucky “UK” logo sculpture framed by out-of-focus autumn leaves on campus.
Oct. 20, 2026

UK equine, pre-vet students experience a red-carpet day at Red Mile

A group poses outdoors behind flower beds while several people hold an oversized $5,000 check from Red Mile for the UK MGCAE Ag Equine Programs’ Lexington Trot Breeders Association Student Scholarship.
Oct. 19, 2026

Kentucky Geological Survey to host annual earth science open house

Promotional graphic for Kentucky Geological Survey Earth Science Night featuring photos of children and families participating in hands-on geoscience activities, examining rocks and minerals, and exploring an interactive topography exhibit.
Oct. 16, 2026

Big Blue Bee returns to UK College of Education

Three Big Blue Bee participants smile while wearing medals. The student in the center holds a champion trophy, and the student on the right holds a framed runner-up award.
Oct. 16, 2026

Donate items, settle parking citations during Donations for Citations Oct. 19-30

UK Transportation Services graphic promoting “Pay it forward: Donations for Citations,” Oct. 19-30. Donate 10 food items or five personal care items to waive one $35 regular parking citation. All donations benefit Big Blue Pantry.
Oct. 16, 2026

Pulitzer Prize-winning author draws sold out crowd for 2026 Clements Lecture

A person stands behind a wooden podium on a darkened stage, speaking into a microphone and gesturing with both hands. Dramatic red drapery hangs along the right side of the stage.

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