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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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Academic Ombud Reappointed

Robert DiPaola, M.D. Apr 23, 2024

I am pleased to announce that I have reappointed Dr. Alice Turkington as the University of Kentucky Academic Ombud for the 2024-25 academic year, effective July 1, 2024. The Academic Ombud is the university officer charged with facilitating the resolution of student academic issues that may arise, in a manner that is fair and equitable for all parties.

Moving Our Institution Forward: Faculty Promotions and UK ADVANCE

Robert S. DiPaola, M.D. Apr 16, 2024

As we move closer to the end of the spring semester, I am reminded of what an exciting season it is for everyone across our campus. Our university continues its momentum to advance Kentucky in many ways across our campus and around the Commonwealth.

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New Gaines Center for the Humanities Director Named

Robert S. DiPaola, M.D. Apr 12, 2024

Campus Community, I am pleased to announce that Michelle Sizemore has been named the new director of the John R. Gaines Center for the Humanities, pending approval by the Board of Trustees. With her extensive experience in and passion for the humanities, Dr. Sizemore will provide exemplary leadership for the Gaines Center and help to further its mission of cultivating an appreciation of the humanities in students, staff, faculty and the wider community.

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