News Archive: Family & Consumer Sciences
New UK course offers outlooks on food systems

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Jordan Strickler
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In a new course this fall, University of Kentucky graduate students from a variety of majors are learning about sustainable food systems.
UK BARN program aims to decrease farmer suicides

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Jordan Strickler
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The University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment and College of Nursing are working to address the issue of farmer suicides through a joint program coined BARN, or Bring Action Right Now.
Kentucky Homemakers celebrate their 90th anniversary

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Jordan Strickler
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In its 90 years of existence, the Kentucky Extension Homemakers Association has impacted thousands across the commonwealth.
UK Wood Utilization Center activities back in full swing

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Jordan Strickler
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The University of Kentucky’s Wood Utilization Center has long been recognized for its work with the forest products industry. However, it is also a great place for the public to engage in woodworking activities.
UK trains 1,000 Kentuckians in mental health awareness
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Katie Pratt
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Eight inducted into UK College of Agriculture, Food and Environment Hall of Distinguished Alumni
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The University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment will induct eight former students into the 2022 Hall of Distinguished Alumni tonight. The alumni will be honored for their meaningful contributions to the commonwealth, the nation and the world.
UK Extension helps youth learn money-saving habits in piggy bank contest

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Jordan Strickler
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For the past decade, the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service has educated young people about ways to save money and become financially savvy through its Piggy Bank Design Contest.
CAFE Opens New Student Wellness Room
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Seth Riker
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