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UK launches campus-wide artificial intelligence initiative

Nov 14, 2025

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University of Kentucky President Eli Capilouto today announced the launch of CATS AI, an initiative designed to coordinate and advance artificial intelligence efforts and expertise across the UK campus and throughout the Commonwealth.

Singletary Scholars honor veterans through acts of servant leadership

Nov 12, 2025

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To encourage servant leadership, Tony Colella, instructor and director of admissions and recruitment for the Lewis Honors College, dedicated class time for first- and second-year Singletary Scholars to write thank-you notes and assemble 75 goody bags for residents of Thomson-Hood Veterans Center in Wilmore, Kentucky.

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Reverse trick-or-treat brings a little hocus pocus to Golisano Children’s at UK

Nov 3, 2025

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Reverse Trick-or-Treat is a beloved Halloween tradition. Instead of the kids going door-to-door, staff from all over UK HealthCare, as well as donors and community partners make the rounds. Patients sit by their doors, treat bags at the ready, as a parade of adults in elaborate costumes stroll by.

New York philanthropist Tom Golisano announces $50 million gift to UK, UK HealthCare to support Kentucky kids

Oct 29, 2025

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Entrepreneur and philanthropist Tom Golisano announced Tuesday that the University of Kentucky and UK HealthCare will receive a historic $50 million gift that will transform pediatric health care in Kentucky.

From the classroom to Main Street: UK students help plan Lexington’s Holiday Parade

Oct 29, 2025

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The holiday season is right around the corner, and University of Kentucky students are helping make downtown Lexington’s annual parade one to remember.

Roll credits, y’all: UK alum brings Hollywood to Kentucky

Oct 22, 2025

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Eli Samek, a 2019 University of Kentucky graduate, never imagined his interest in films would lead him to the heart of the movie industry. But today, he’s juggling a budding film producing career, a day job as a banking analyst and a plan to bring more movies to his home state.

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UK 2025 Homecoming royalty crowned

Oct 20, 2025

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Carson Kitts and Olivia Kitts were crowned 2025 University of Kentucky Homecoming king and queen Tuesday night.

Family builds a ‘King’-sized legacy of tradition at UK

Oct 15, 2025

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The University of Kentucky is celebrating the annual tradition of Homecoming this week. UK has always been “home” to many, if not most, members of Howard and Elizabeth King’s family, originally from Brandenburg, Kentucky. To date, the family spans three generations and includes 54 UK graduates, representing more than 70 degrees.

The Thrifty Cat — UK’s new campus free store for students

Oct 10, 2025

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The Thrifty Cat, UK’s first-ever campus free store, will officially open its doors Friday, Oct. 17, with a grand opening event from 3-4:30 p.m. between Blazer Dining and Holmes Hall. Students are invited to browse shelves of gently used clothing, school supplies, dorm and apartment essentials, and other items — all at no cost.

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Bringing smiles across Ky.: UK Dentistry unveils fresh new look for mobile clinic

Sep 22, 2025

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On Sept. 18, the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry gathered at James Lane Allen Elementary to unveil the fresh new look of their mobile dental clinic. The ceremony celebrated the college’s commitment to serving schools in Fayette County and across Kentucky.

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