University of Kentucky researcher examines Universal Free School Meals' impact

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 7, 2025

A collaborative research grant project, spearheaded by the University of Kentucky, aims to understand food assistance programs and their impact on youth’s health outcomes in the country.

UK faculty honored with Master Teacher Award for commitment to student excellence

By Christopher Carney
Published on Dec. 23, 2024

Two University of Kentucky faculty members received the Master Teacher Award, which recognizes instructors for outstanding contributions to student success and classroom teaching.

Thomas Poe Cooper Farm Leadership Award presented to Debbie Ellis

By Grace Sowards
Published on Dec. 20, 2024

Ellis is a University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment alumna and the executive director of the Kentucky Soybean Association and the Kentucky Soybean Promotion Board.

UK professor recognized with lifetime achievement award for decades of community development contributions

By Zoey Ortega
Published on Dec. 20, 2024

University of Kentucky Extension professor emeritus in community and leadership development Ron Hustedde has received a lifetime achievement award from the International Association for Community Development.

UK Martin-Gatton CAFE recognizes faculty members for achievement in research, graduate student mentorship

By Bailey Vandiver
Published on Dec. 19, 2024

Carl Bradley and Daniel Howe recently received Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment faculty awards.

UK researcher receives prestigious award for years of dedication to microbial biodiversity

By Christopher Carney
Published on Dec. 13, 2024

University of Kentucky Professor and Plant Pathologist Rick Bennett honored for outstanding leadership and commitment to safeguarding microbials, playing a pivotal role in the science community.

‘An Ocean of Opportunity’: UK Extension honored at Epsilon Sigma Phi national conference

By Christopher Carney
Published on Nov. 22, 2024

University of Kentucky Extension professionals were recognized for excellence at one of the nation's oldest and largest professional development organizations.

‘A strong showing’: UK Cooperative Extension County agents recognized, awarded at national conference

By Christopher Carney
Published on Nov. 19, 2024

The National Association of County Agricultural Agents (NACAA) 2024 conference awarded several University of Kentucky county extension agents for commitment to the field.

University of Kentucky Beam Institute, Cooper House complex honored by AIA Kentucky

By Grace Sowards
Published on Nov. 7, 2024

Two state-of-the-art University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment buildings provide valuable resources and education for all UK students.

‘Opening doors for youth to thrive’: Kentucky 4-H agents awarded at national conference

By Christopher Carney
Published on Nov. 4, 2024

Several Kentucky 4-H agents received awards in areas of programming, leadership and service at a prominent national conference.