‘UK at the Half’: December grad looks ahead to Disney

The University of Kentucky celebrated more than 2,000 degree candidates during its December 2025 commencement ceremonies last week, including Brysen Honeycutt, a Lewis Honors College student who earned a degree in mechanical engineering from the Stanley and Karen Pigman College of Engineering.

In this “UK at the Half,” Honeycutt, who served as one of the featured student speakers for the December graduating class, shares reflections on his journey at UK, the experiences that shaped his education and the message he hopes fellow graduates carry forward.

As he looks ahead, Honeycutt will take his UK education to Walt Disney World, where he’ll begin a spring 2026 internship with Walt Disney Imagineering — turning a lifelong passion for themed entertainment into a professional opportunity. Read more about Honeycutt’s UK experience here.

Listen above to hear Honeycutt reflect on his time at UK, his commencement message and what’s next.

Learn more about the December 2025 graduating class and UK's commencement ceremonies here.