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From clinics to kitchens, parks to politics, we are improving lives across Kentucky and beyond. Take a look at what we have to offer, and you'll find an opportunity awaits you.

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Extension

We are providing relational resources to help people, businesses, and communities work together to solve problems, develop skills, and build a better future.

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Research

We are providing the support and infrastructure to facilitate and expedite solutions to important unanswered questions that impact agriculture, the environment and everyone.

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Continued Growth

Join us as we build spacious teaching environments, high-tech research labs and meaningful community engagement facilities that serve the commonwealth like never before.

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Community Relations

We foster meaningful connections that empower all to engage fully in their learning, teaching and research.

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Innovative Partnerships

We are prioritizing unique, multidisciplinary collaborations — allowing us to discover creative solutions to issues in Kentucky and beyond.

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International Impact

We are preparing our students and graduates to be competitive in the global economy, building and nurturing relationships here and abroad.

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Events Calendar

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Nov
Lesser celandine competes with wintercreeper for space in woodlands. Both are nonnative, invasive plants. Photo by Ellen Crocker

Invasive Plant Conference 2024

Join us for the 2024 Invasive Plant Conference on Nov. 12 at Kentucky State University Harold R. Benson Research and Demonstration Farm. Presented by the Kentucky Invasive Plant Council, the event...

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Nov

Sow and Grow Speaker Series: Making Accessibility a Priority and Cultivating a Culture of Belonging

Accessibility and belonging are essential components in gaining holistic perspectives, but too often they are omitted from the conversation. This session explores how implementing universal design...

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Nov
Kentucky Agriculture Summit 2024

Kentucky Agriculture Summit

We are excited to be a leading sponsor for the Kentucky Agriculture Summit: "Merging the Future of Kentucky Agricuture," a premier event celebrating the crossroads of Kentucky’s future in farm, food...

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Nov
Kentucky Fencing School 2024

Fall Fencing School 2024

Agriculturalists, producers, homeowners and interested community members are invited to the Kentucky Spring Fencing School.Morning session addresses fencing types and costs, construction basics...

 



Nancy Cox, the long-time dean of the @universityofky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment and the first-ever vice president for land-grant engagement, plans to retire. Please join us in thanking Dean Cox!

University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton 2023 Recap Video



It's been an historic year of growth and transformation @universityofkyThis incredible journey wouldn't be possible without the dedication of our exceptional alumni, faculty, staff, friends and partners — fueling our mission to improve lives across Kentucky!

The Kentucky Master Naturalist Volunteer Program provides an in-depth look into Kentucky’s ecological and environmental landscape. Photo by Matt Barton.



The Kentucky Master Naturalist Volunteer Program invites nature enthusiasts and conservation-minded individuals to apply for its 2025 spring cohort. Registration closes Dec. 8. Learn more >> https://bit.ly/4fkf1r3





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