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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.

Arch engraved with "University of Kentucky" and fall foliage.

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.

Miller Hall at the University of Kentucky from the front with a man walking up the steps to the door.

The Profound Impacts of Collaboration

Robert S. DiPaola

Oct 16, 2025

Provost Messages

On Monday, I had the honor to speak at the grand opening of Miller Hall, where the Martin School of Public Policy and Administration has relocated. It was a dynamic crowd of individuals — faculty and staff, donors and patrons — all working together to accomplish the shared goal of preparing future policy leaders in the fields of law, government, public finance and more.

Students studying at a table in the Gatton College of Business and Economics.

Supporting our Faculty and Students

Robert S. DiPaola

Oct 2, 2025

Provost Messages

The beginning of a new academic year is always an enjoyable time to be on our campus — students have returned and breathed new life into our buildings and spaces. There is excitement and energy in the air everywhere you go, with new friendships and communities being created every day.

A statue of James Patterson, former president of the University of Kentucky, outside the Patterson Office Tower.

2025-26 Provost's Annual Memo on Consulting and Employment Outside the University

Rebecca Thomas

Sep 19, 2025

Associate Provost for Faculty Advancement Messages

A message to UK faculty regarding consulting and employment outside the university.

College of Design faculty sit at a final design critique.

Visiting Distinguished Faculty Program

Brandi Frisby

Sep 18, 2025

Associate Provost for Academic Affairs

The program provides funding to bring a widely known academic scholar/distinguished professor to campus to serve as the Graduate School’s Outside Examiner for a student’s dissertation defense. The scholar will also present a research colloquium, open to the UK campus and Lexington community.

William T. Young Library engraved on a low stone sign and the library itself in the background

Faculty Leadership and Development in the SEC

Sep 18, 2025

Each year, the Office for Faculty Advancement helps promote opportunities for faculty growth and development through initiatives such as the Southeastern Conference Academic Leadership Development Program (SEC-ALDP). This is a highly prestigious program that identifies future academic leaders and helps them develop skills necessary to lead complex organizations and institutions.

Two nursing students in scrubs listen to an instructor during a simulation exercise.

Call for Nominations: College of Nursing Dean Search Advisory Committee

Robert S. DiPaola

Sep 10, 2025

Provost Messages

I am writing to inform you that we will begin the search process for a permanent dean to lead the College of Nursing and its community as they continue expanding their impact on the lives of Kentuckians and people across the world.

Topping out ceremony of the Rankin Health Education Building at UK where a beam is lifted into place by a crane.

Topping Out of Michael D. Rankin MD Health Education Building

Robert S. DiPaola

Sep 4, 2025

Provost Messages

Last week, the university community celebrated the momentous “topping out” of the Michael D. Rankin MD Health Education Building on our campus. This new and innovative structure will house programs in the Colleges of Medicine, Public Health, Health Sciences and Nursing as well as the Center for Interprofessional and Community Health Education.

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