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Night view rendering of the UK Health Education Building on University Drive set to open in 2026.

Groundbreaking ceremony held for UK Health Education Building

Oct 27, 2023

A ceremonial groundbreaking was held Friday for the largest academic building in the history of the University of Kentucky.

The canine counselors inspired the colorful creation of Katie Belle’s exhibit that brightens the hall of Kentucky Children’s Hospital.

Young patient channels cancer care experience into ‘pup art’

Oct 17, 2023

On the ground floor of Kentucky Children’s Hospital with dogs.

UK MANRRS students during K Week on campus

UK named 2023 HEED Award recipient by INSIGHT Into Diversity

Oct 13, 2023

For the seventh consecutive year, INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education, has recognized the University of Kentucky as a Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award recipient.

Students with iPads

Leveling the technological playing field with Apple

Sep 22, 2023

When everyone has easy access to technology, it levels the playing field. 

Student at open house

Big Blue Open Houses offer glimpse into life as a UK Wildcat

Sep 15, 2023

Know someone interested in touring the University of Kentucky, learning about the admissions process and getting introduced to the many resources and services available on campus?

Students at class change

UK here to help students, parents, families overcome homesickness

Lindsey Piercy Sep 8, 2023

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Sept. 6, 2023) — Most of us, at one time or another, have missed home — the familiar place where we have generally spent the first 18 years of our lives.

Student with Olympic gold medalist.

UK Sport Leadership student delivers track and field commentary on world stage

Amanda Nelson Sep 1, 2023

As an athlete, student and rising social media personality, Katelyn Hutchison displays the grit to persevere, along with an unmistakable joy and passion for track and field.

Transportation services employee behind desk.

Free commute planning assistance available through Transportation Services

Lisa S. Cleveland Aug 25, 2023

Do you need help discovering the best way to get to, from and around the University of Kentucky’s campus? UK Transportation Services staff can assist you with customizing your commute … for free!

Students studying on rooftop

Test Optional

UK Admission Updated Jun 30, 2023

The University of Kentucky has implemented a test-optional policy. This policy is being extended for students applying for admission through the 2028-29 academic year. Test optional allows freshman applicants, as well as transfer applicants with fewer than 24 credit hours, the option to be considered for admission without submission of ACT or SAT scores.

Students holding Home of a Wildcat yard flag

UK Moves to Confirmation Waitlist for Fall 2023 First-Year Students

May 8, 2023

On May 8, the University of Kentucky transitioned to a confirmation waitlist for summer and fall 2023 freshman students who had not yet confirmed their plans by registering for BBN Orientation.

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