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Honors Alumni Q&A with Amanda Higgins '07

Mar 15, 2021

Amanda L. Higgins '07 Profession: Community Engagement Administrator, Kentucky Historical Society. Education: Amanda graduated from UK and the Honors program in 2007 with a bachelor's degree in history. A scholar in American history, she went on to earn her master's degree in 2009 and completed her Ph.D. in 2013.

A virtual screening of the film will be available to the public March 17-24. UK will host a Q&A session March 24.

Appalachian Center, Lewis Honors College to Host Screening, Discussion of ‘Lillian Smith: Breaking the Silence’

By Jenny Wells-Hosley

Mar 15, 2021

“Lillian Smith: Breaking the Silence” will be available to the UK community and the public to watch March 17-24. In addition to the film, a Q&A session and discussion will take place 3-4:15 p.m. Wednesday, March 24, on Zoom.

Honors Alumni Q&A with Carla Curtsinger ‘85

Feb 28, 2021

Carla Curtsinger '85 Profession: Communications Consultant, Self-Employed Education: UK College of Communication & Information and UK Honors program graduate, who earned a bachelor's of science in broadcast/multimedia journalism and a minor in political science. She went on to earn a master's certification in publishing from New York University.

Theatre students and faculty are receiving several accolades and screenings of their work, including the cast and crew of Yoon Bae's "(in)VISIBLE 3.12." Pete Comparoni | UK Photo.Theatre students and faculty are receiving several accolades and screenings of their work, including the cast and crew of Yoon Bae's "(in)VISIBLE 3.12."

UK Theatre Students, Faculty Represent at Kennedy Center Regional Festival and Present Virtual Season

By Jennifer Sciantarelli

Feb 26, 2021

Work by several students and faculty from the University of Kentucky Department of Theatre and Dance was recognized at the virtual Region 4 Kennedy Center/American College Theater Festival Feb. 4–7, 2021.

How UK Students Use Their iPads

By Meg Mills, Ryan Girves, and Brad Nally

Feb 22, 2021

In its third year of the program, the Smart Campus Initiative has provided incoming, first-year students with an iPad Air, Apple Smart Keyboard and Apple Pencil. Currently, more than 12,000 UK-issued iPads are on campus being used by freshmen, sophomores, faculty and staff.

Lewis Honors College Celebrates Lyman T. Johnson Award Winners

Feb 10, 2021

The University of Kentucky Alumni Association Lyman T. Johnson African American Alumni Group, in partnership with the UK Office for Institutional Diversity, hosted the 30th annual Lyman T. Johnson Torch Bearer and Torch of Excellence awards virtually on Feb. 1. The program honors and celebrates African American students and alumni from each college who epitomize the ideals of Lyman T. Johnson.

5 Things to Know About the UK Lewis Honors College

By Meghan Arrell

Feb 8, 2021

Answers to five common questions about the university's newest college.

'Behind the Blue': Importance of Honors at a Public Research University

By Jay Blanton and Kody Kiser

Feb 1, 2021

On this episode of "Behind the Blue," Christian Brady discusses his book, his scholarship, what he loves about honors education at a public research university and his new administrative role.

30th Annual Lyman T. Johnson Awards Recognition

Lyman T. Johnson Award Winners Announced; Virtual Presentation Planned for Monday

By Meredith Weber

Jan 29, 2021

The University of Kentucky Alumni Association Lyman T. Johnson African American Alumni Group, in partnership with the UK Office for Institutional Diversity, will host the 30th annual Lyman T. Johnson Torch Bearer and Torch of Excellence awards via Facebook Live at noon Monday, Feb. 1.

Undergraduate Researchers Receive Oswald Research and Creativity Awards

By Jessica Bowman-Jones

Dec 17, 2020

The University of Kentucky Office of Undergraduate Research recently recognized and awarded 13 students.

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