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

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

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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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Kentucky Crop Health Conference 2025. Photo by Matt Barton.

Kentucky Crop Health Conference 2025

With spring planting just around the corner, farmers and agronomic professionals are preparing to tackle pest management challenges at the Kentucky Crop Health Conference (KCHC) slated for Feb. 6....

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The Bluegrass Stockyards will be one of several focus sites offered at Pre-Veterinary Experience Day. Photo by Sabrina Hounshell.

Pre-Veterinary Experience Day 2025

Pre-Veterinary Experience Day returns at the Thoroughbred Training Center in Lexington, Kentucky.Organized by the University of Kentucky in collaboration with the Kentucky Horse Council and made...

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James B. Beam Institute Industry Conference 2025

James B. Beam Institute Industry Conference 2025

Now in its sixth year, the annual James B. Beam Institute Industry Conference will be held in Lexington, KY from March 17-19, 2025.Hear from 100 plus experts in their fields who share research,...

 



Join us in welcoming Dr. Laura Stephenson as the new VP for Land-grant Engagement and Dean of @UKAgricultureWith 35+ years of experience, she’s a champion for Kentucky’s communities and agriculture. → http://go.uky.edu/stephenson

University of Kentucky student and graduate Ester L. Ndashaala speaks at commencement. Photo by Carter Skaggs | UK Photo



We are SO proud of our graduates! Congratulations to all of you, and we hope you are celebrating your brilliance and dedication.

University of Kentucky launches new undergraduate certificate in agricultural leadership



Starting in spring 2025, Martin-Gatton CAFE is offering an agricultural leadership certificate that aims to create a pathway for students seeking to enter the agriculture industry. Learn more >> https://bit.ly/4f374Wg





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