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Announcing new dean of the College of Health Sciences

Robert S. DiPaola

Mar 27, 2026

Provost Messages

I am pleased to announce that Dr. Phillip Gribble has accepted the offer to serve as the next dean of the College of Health Sciences effective July 1, 2026, pending approval of the Board of Trustees.

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Announcing new dean of the J. David Rosenberg College of Law

Robert S. DiPaola

Mar 6, 2026

Provost Messages

I am excited to announce that Greg Van Tatenhove has accepted the offer to serve as the dean of the J. David Rosenberg College of Law, effective July 1, 2026, pending approval of the Board of Trustees.

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Resources for Faculty and Students

Robert S. DiPaola

Mar 5, 2026

Provost Messages

As spring approaches and warmer weather arrives, midterms are following closely behind. I want to remind everyone of the resources we have available for both you, our faculty, and our students.

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Digital Accessibility Initiative

Robert S. DiPaola

Feb 19, 2026

Provost Messages

As many of you know, recent rule changes regarding digital accessibility under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) will go into effect this semester. As a university, we are dedicated to providing an accessible and welcoming learning environment to students, staff and campus visitors.

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Provost's Awards for Outstanding Teaching

Robert S. DiPaola

Feb 5, 2026

Provost Messages

Every year, our university recognizes faculty and teaching assistants through the Provost’s Awards for Outstanding Teaching. It is always an honor to recognize the professors and instructors who work endlessly to help our students to grow and flourish.

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Welcome to a New Spring Semester

Robert S. DiPaola

Jan 22, 2026

Provost Messages

Welcome to a new spring semester. This is a time for growth and learning; the teaching, research, service and care you model for our students are helping create an environment where each of us learns from one another.

Blue and white streamers falling onto a crowd of students at commencement.

Celebrate Our Students at Commencement

Robert S. DiPaola

Dec 11, 2025

Provost Messages

Commencement marks an important milestone in our students’ lives, symbolizing the beginning of new opportunities as they move forward into their chosen careers and pursuits. I invite all of you to attend Commencement, and I sincerely hope you will be able to join us.

Outside of Lewis Honors College in the fall season.

Call for Nominations: Lewis Honors College Dean Search Advisory Committee

Robert S. DiPaola

Nov 17, 2025

Provost Messages

I am writing to inform you that we will begin the search process for the next permanent dean to lead the Lewis Honors College and its community in their mission to engage with and improve the lives of Kentuckians.

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A Season of Giving Thanks

Robert S. DiPaola

Nov 13, 2025

Provost Messages

As we enter the colder months and the holiday season, I want to extend my deepest gratitude to each of you for all that you do on behalf of UK and those we serve. This year has presented many challenges to our institution, but together, we have remained unwaveringly dedicated to our mission: advancing Kentucky.

Developing Leadership Potential in Our Students

Robert S. DiPaola

Oct 30, 2025

Provost Messages

This week, I had the privilege of speaking with the sophomore class of Singletary Scholars during their HON 394 course session. It was an incredibly enlightening and fulfilling experience to discuss leadership development with these bright and brilliant students.

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