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Faculty Focus: Updated Artificial Intelligence (AI) Guidelines for Faculty

Robert S. DiPaola, M.D. Jan 9, 2024

As we prepare for the spring 2024 semester, I hope that you, too, are feeling a sense of excitement and fulfillment. Together, we are poised to continue advancing Kentucky. We will continue to share important updates with you in the Faculty Focus newsletters. This week, we want to highlight what we have available related to artificial intelligence (AI).

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Spring 2024 Academic Reminders

Dr. Alice Turkington Jan 4, 2024

The Academic Reminder for the spring 2024 semester contains information on the following topics and rules set forth by the University Senate.

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Best Wishes for the New Year

Robert S. DiPaola, M.D. Dec 19, 2023

During this special time of the year, I am honored to thank you for your diligent and meaningful work. Together, we are united in an important calling: to do more and be more, than ever before, at the University of Kentucky. I encourage you to take a moment and consider what we have accomplished together this year.

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Call for Applications: Director of the Gaines Center

Kathryn M. Cardarelli, PhD Dec 14, 2023

The University of Kentucky seeks nominations and applications for the director of the Gaines Center for the Humanities (a 50% appointment). The Gaines Center was established in 1984 with a generous endowment gift by Joan and John Gaines. It provides an intensive educational experience in the humanities for students from various majors in the last two years of their undergraduate careers.

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A message as we approach December Commencement

Robert S. DiPaola, M.D.  Dec 12, 2023

Dear Colleagues, I wanted to highlight that our community will host a special celebration — one that embodies our mission as Kentucky’s institution. The December 2023 Commencement ceremonies will be held on Friday, December 15, at Rupp Arena at the Central Bank Center.   Most importantly, I want to thank you — our distinguished faculty — for your contribution to this important time of the year and this significant milestone in the lives of our graduates. I’m grateful for the impact you have made upon each one of them.

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2023 WELD Graduation

Robert S. DiPaola, MD Dec 5, 2023

Dear Colleagues,  Later this week, I will have the honor of speaking at the graduation ceremony of the 2023 Women’s Executive Leadership (WELD) program.  This program develops a new generation of leaders in at the University of Kentucky who complete an eight-month-long curriculum covering topics that include leadership attributes, budgeting, strategic planning, legal issues and regulations and crisis management. 

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Women’s Executive Leadership Development Program

Lisa Tannock and Melissa Frederick Nov 30, 2023

Dear Colleagues, The University of Kentucky community is full of talented people with bright futures. When we facilitate the growth and development of our people, we ensure the continued success of our university. We strive to be an institution where all individuals see room for their own growth and feel the encouragement needed to reach their potential. The Women’s Executive Leadership Development (WELD) program plays a central role in this work.

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Resources to Help Support Your Crucial Work

Robert S. DiPaola, MD  Nov 28, 2023

As we approach the end of the semester, I would like to highlight resources that support the crucial work you conduct each day. Particularly at this time of the year, I encourage you to consider how these resources may benefit you and your colleagues, now or in the future.

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College of Education Acting Dean Reappointment

Robert S. DiPaola, M.D. Nov 20, 2023

I am pleased to announce the reappointment of Dr. Danelle Stevens-Watkins as the acting dean of the College of Education, effective January 1, 2024.

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A Message of Gratitude for Your Transformative Work

Robert S. DiPaola, M.D. Nov 14, 2023

As we enter the season of gratitude, I want to express my deep and enduring appreciation for what you do. Through your innovation and intellect, passion and professionalism, we are fulfilling our mission to educate, research, serve and heal. I am fortunate for the opportunity to witness the incredible work happening throughout our institution. This week, we highlight a new mechanism for recognizing and supporting faculty efforts across our campus.

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