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UK celebrates opening of Kirwan-Blanding Hall

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The University of Kentucky celebrated the opening of Kirwan-Blanding Hall, a modern 649-bed residence hall that honors the legacy of the campus landmark that once occupied the site.

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Wednesday

UK celebrates opening of Kirwan-Blanding Hall

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Office for Student Success introduces The Study Hub, First Connect for fall semester

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Aug. 7, 2026

A softer place to land: UK interiors students envision new possibilities for The Nest’s childcare space

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Health Sciences outreach program helps amplify the voices of people with aphasia

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UK HealthCare Trauma hosting ‘Stop the Bleed’ event for Lexington community

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UK HealthCare expands options for patients with persistent AFib

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Research awards exceed $500 million, power UK mission to advance Kentucky

Wednesday

Making history accessible: Doug Boyd’s CURATE research

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UK investigates alfalfa’s role in reducing fescue toxicosis, heat stress in cattle

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Future agricultural leaders build lifelong connections through IFAL

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Aug. 5, 2026

Economic Development Collaborative to host convening on university, industry AI partnerships

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July 17, 2026

UK launches Appalachian seed entrepreneurship project with $1.7M ARC grant

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July 14, 2026

UK launches 6th annual Military Family Readiness Academy

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Arts & Culture

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April 16, 2026

UK School of Music celebrates year-end performances featuring UK orchestra, choirs, wind ensembles

June 18, 2026

UK Libraries, researchers highlight resources exploring slavery, emancipation history in Kentucky

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June 5, 2026

Broad range of music, stellar talent fuels audience member’s nearly 30-year visit to ‘Grand Night’

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May 14, 2026

50 years of UK percussion alumni return for landmark concert

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Halftone Zine Fest coming to UK SA/VS May 16

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May 18, 2026

Outstanding UK faculty honored with Kirwan Prize, Sturgill Award

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Aug. 4, 2026

UK alum leads with heart as he serves his community

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4 UK faculty members named 2026-27 SEC Academic Leadership Development Program fellows

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The 2026 Outstanding Teaching Awards: Darshak Patel

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• Trump executive privilege memo could hamper Democrats if they win Congress

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• Two public Kentucky universities launch artificial intelligence degrees this fall

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• Kentucky medical schools to integrate more nutrition education through federal initiative

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• Ky. research: CBD, THC combo can improve dementia patients’ quality of life

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