Roundup 2024
Save the date for Roundup 2024, an opportunity to celebrate our promising, exciting future. There’s nothing like Roundup at the University of Kentucky. When our students, alumni, faculty, staff...
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From football to farming: UK quarterback Brock Vandagriff looks to the future
UK football quarterback Brock Vandagriff is tackling a master’s degree in community and leadership development at the University of Kentucky.
Expanding the canopy: UK invites communities to celebrate Tree Week 2024 statewide
The University of Kentucky Urban Forest Initiative is celebrating all things trees statewide and with more engagement opportunities during this annual event.
Kentucky Beef Conference to address industry challenges and future innovations
Top beef industry experts, producers and business leaders will gather for a full day of learning and networking.
Heart of America Grazing Conference 2024 merges science and practice
Registration is now open for this three-day national conference, focusing on regenerative agriculture and grazing at the Hardin County Extension Office in Kentucky.
UK hosts second annual Engagement Academy, showcasing partnerships and collaboration
Two-day symposium included presentations, discussions and tours to learn about campus-wide collaborative projects centered around extension efforts and engagement.
University of Kentucky presents the One Health Symposium on Nov. 1
Showcasing collaborative efforts across different disciplines to obtain optimal health for people, animals and the environment. Registration is now open.
University of Kentucky alum went from Beam Institute student to Jim Beam engineer
University of Kentucky Distilling, Wine and Brewing Certificate alum Alex Mayes is now an engineer at Jim Beam
UK plant pathologists spearhead Fusarium head blight research on hemp
The University of Kentucky Hemp Research, Extension and Education program is finding new scientific ways to understand and combat a growing hemp threat.
Lou Hirsch takes the classroom beyond the textbook
From the fields to the oceans, one University of Kentucky faculty member doesn’t want his students to just memorize information; he wants them to connect the dots.
University of Kentucky receives grant to explore drone technology for livestock management
A new drone project could revolutionize how cattle producers save time, money and improve animal welfare.
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Tree Week 2024
Celebrating All Things Trees Across Kentucky!Tree Week is a celebration of trees and all the ways they affect our lives! Events and programs include community tree plantings, tree walks, tours and...
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Heart of America Grazing Conference 2024
Regenerative Grazing. Merging Science and Practice!Join us at the 2024 Heart of America Grazing Conference in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. The three day event, Oct. 15-17, will take place throughout...
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One Health Symposium
To celebrate International One Health Day, the Gatton Foundation One Health Grand Challenge team is pleased to invite you to the One Health Symposium on Friday, November 1, 2024. The event aims to...
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 in late summer. Please join us in thanking Dean Cox!
It's been an historic year of growth and transformation @universityofky! This 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!
There’s nothing like Roundup at the University of Kentucky. When our students, alumni, faculty, staff and friends gather, it’s more than an event — it's a cherished family reunion. More details >> https://alumni.ca.uky.edu/roundup
