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.

‘Never give up’: UK first generation, non-traditional student overcomes obstacles to graduate

By Zoey Ortega
Published on Dec. 18, 2024

University of Kentucky community and leadership development student Michelle Padgett is graduating after balancing academic and professional responsibilities, supporting a family, financial hurdles and more.

University of Kentucky's CEDIK launches New Business Roadmap platform to support entrepreneurs across the state

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Dec. 18, 2024

The launch of this platform is part of CEDIK’s broader mission to promote economic development and strengthen communities throughout the Commonwealth.

More than a lab: How the UK Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory supports animals, agriculture and public health

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Dec. 12, 2024

The University of Kentucky Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (UKVDL) is not merely an animal clinic or hospital; it is a highly specialized operation that combines science with necessity.

Three years since the tornado: UK research center rebuilds stronger, reaffirming role in Kentucky agriculture

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Dec. 11, 2024

The University of Kentucky Research and Education Center at Princeton’s journey over the last three years has solidified its role as an anchor for agricultural research and education.

UK student begins agriculture communications internship after finding a home in Martin-Gatton CAFE

By Zoey Ortega
Published on Oct. 11, 2024

University of Kentucky junior Zoey Ortega is excited to start an internship with the Agricultural Communications Services team after finding her niche within the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment.

Expanding the canopy: UK invites communities to celebrate Tree Week 2024 statewide

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Sep. 26, 2024

The University of Kentucky Urban Forest Initiative is celebrating all things trees statewide and with more engagement opportunities during this annual event.

UK faculty roll out Food, Farming and Community curriculum for Kentucky middle school students, 4-H youth

By Grace Sowards
Published on Sep. 6, 2024

Nicole Breazeale and Stacy Vincent, faculty members in the Department of Community and Leadership Development at UK, have launched programming to teach youth across the Commonwealth where their food comes from and how to participate in local food systems.

New report from University of Kentucky and Sierra Club shows nature’s healing powers for military veterans

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Aug. 7, 2024

Outdoor activities help veterans with injuries and disabilities, including post-traumatic stress disorder.

Neighbors helping neighbors: UK Urban Forest Initiative unveils revitalization project in Eastern Kentucky community

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Aug. 1, 2024

The Urban Forest Initiative is hoping Wayland’s revitalization is just the beginning for towns affected by Eastern Kentucky flooding.