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New Provisional Faculty Senate Executive Committee

Robert S. DiPaola, M.D. Jul 2, 2024

As of July 1, I am leading a Provisional Faculty Senate Executive Committee (Provisional FSEC) until a new Faculty Senate is seated. The Provisional FSEC consists of 22 members: 19 faculty members, the two elected faculty Trustees and myself. Following the Board’s decision in June, I asked each of the deans to nominate faculty members from their colleges and areas — the faculty chosen to serve on the Provisional FSEC are an integral part of creating the future Faculty Senate at UK.

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New Vice Provost Appointed

Robert S. DiPaola, M.D. Jun 28, 2024

I am pleased to inform you that Jana Jasinski has agreed to serve as the vice provost at the University of Kentucky, effective August 15, 2024. This announcement is the result of feedback from faculty, staff and students and the search advisory committee.

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Acting Associate Provost for Academic Operations Appointed

Robert S. DiPaola, M.D. Jun 27, 2024

Earlier this month, I informed you of a new role within the Office of the Provost: associate provost for academic operations. I am pleased to announce that Christine Harper has agreed to serve as acting associate provost for academic operations.

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Acting Dean of J. David Rosenberg College of Law Appointed

Robert S. DiPaola, M.D. Jun 26, 2024

I am pleased to announce that Paul E. Salamanca has agreed to serve as acting dean of the J. David Rosenberg College of Law, effective July 1, 2024.

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Moving Forward Together | Call for Nominations, Associate Provost for Academic Operations

Robert S. DiPaola, M.D. Jun 14, 2024

With today’s passage of the President’s Recommendations to the Board of Trustees, I know that many of you will have questions regarding how we will move forward together in our shared mission to advance Kentucky through the work we do here. As we continue building momentum in our progress, there are two matters I would like to bring to your attention.

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College of Design Dean Named

Robert S. DiPaola, M.D. May 29, 2024

I am pleased to inform you that Ned Crankshaw has accepted the position of dean of the College of Design, effective July 1, 2024, pending approval of the Board of Trustees.

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Reminder: Future of Benefits Feedback Survey Deadline May 31

Robert S. DiPaola, M.D. May 28, 2024

The survey is important for gauging what you find most beneficial in terms of benefits, and your feedback is crucial to guiding the committee’s work to support our employees. In an effort to give more time for your input, we are extending the deadline until May 31, 2024. Your voices are so important, and I want to be sure you have an opportunity to give input if you have not already.

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Call for Nominations - Search Advisory Committee for Vice President for Land-Grant Engagement and Dean of Martin-Gatton CAFE

Robert S. DiPaola, M.D. May 15, 2024

The search process will begin soon with the goal of naming the next vice president for land-grant engagement and dean of the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment by early fall.

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Celebrating Commencement

Robert S. DiPaola, M.D. Apr 30, 2024

Much like we place importance on K Week, we place a similar emphasis on commencement. These two events are often the beginning and conclusion of our students’ journeys through the university — from an introduction to the campus and their peers to the moment their hard work and perseverance result in the conferring of degrees.

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Making A Difference in the Lives of Our Students

Robert S. DiPaola, M.D. Apr 23, 2024

Each year, I am proud to announce the winners of the University of Kentucky’s Outstanding Teaching Awards — each one of whom is actively making a difference in the lives of our students through their passion and teaching. The Outstanding Teaching Awards, awarded by the Office for Faculty Advancement (OFA),acknowledge the distinguished individuals at UK whose dedication to student achievement is evident through their role in the classroom.

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