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Information for Parents & Family

Welcome to the Lewis Honors Family Community!

Whether you are a family member supporting a prospective or current Lewis Honors College student, we welcome you to the Lewis Honors Family Community led by the Family Advisory Council and the larger University of Kentucky Parent and Family Association.

For an overview of the 2025-2026 academic calendar year, click here. 

Emily received multiple offers from various university Honors programs including UK Lewis Honors College. After reviewing all the benefits that UK Lewis offers she happily chose Lewis and is having the time of her life meeting wonderful faculty and new friends also in Honors. As a parent, it made my heart sing to receive a letter from her, about 3 weeks in, saying 'Mom, I love it here at UK and Lewis Honors is the best decision I have ever made.'

Kelli Hardeman and Emily Hardeman-Erbar
Kelli Hardeman
Mom of Emily Hardeman-Erbar '27
Kelli Hardeman and Emily Hardeman-Erbar

Support for Students

Nedra McLain and Emily Hall

Academic Advisors

Each Lewis Honors College student is assigned an academic advisor who will be a constant resource until graduation.

Tamika Tompoulidis with student

CPD Counselors

Each Lewis Honors College student is assigned a Center for Personal Development counselor to cultivate self-awareness, well-being, and career readiness.

Student Leader

Peer Mentors

Each Lewis Honors College student is assigned a Peer Mentor who fosters a sense of community in the Honors Residential Experience.

Sarisha Lohano and Dr. Julene Samuels

Alumni Mentoring

Sophomores may apply for an alumni mentor who will assist students in developing professional skills and positive life habits.

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Student Involvement

Students can explore a variety of clubs and organizations to establish their sense of community.

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Student Resources

Students have access to many resources to ensure student success.

Stay in Touch

We invite you to follow us on social media @ukyhonors, join us for events, or contact us at honors@uky.edu or 859-257-3111.

News and Upcoming Events

UK student 1 of 65 nationally to receive Udall Scholarship

By Tom Musgrave
 May 18, 2026

AJ Hopkins, a rising senior natural resources and environmental science major and Lewis Honors College student, was awarded the Udall Undergraduate Scholarship.

11 students awarded CURE Fellowships

By Haven L. Patrick
May 14, 2026

The University of Kentucky Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) has announced the 11 students selected for the 2026 Commonwealth Undergraduate Research Experience (CURE) Fellowship program.

Alum dedicated to strengthening the future of Eastern Kentucky

By Ann Blackford
 May 13, 2026

Colby Kirk’s roots run deep in his Eastern Kentucky home of Inez. After graduating from the University of Kentucky Gatton College of Business and Economics in 2015 with a degree in finance, he set his sights on returning to the place he and his ancestors have called home for around 170 years.

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Lewis Honors College
University of Kentucky
Lewis Hall, 420 Hilltop Avenue
Lexington, KY 40526
Phone: 859-257-3111

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