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Resiliently Rooted Art Showcase and Competition

Throughout your life, how many times have you relaxed, walked, or laid under a tree? Probably, and hopefully, a great number of times! Trees are instrumental to the health of planet Earth and the health of human beings. They purify the air by...

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Advancing Kentucky Together: UK horticulturist Alexis Sheffield

The production of synthetic dyes comes at a great environmental cost, accountable for nearly 20% of global industrial water pollution. The Sustainable Color for Kentucky’s Future project aims to replace synthetic coloring for clothing and textiles...

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Sustainability in Focus: Leadership Perspectives from Nancy Cox

Sustainability in Focus: Leadership Perspectives is a new mini-series that spotlights the remarkable faculty and staff leaders driving sustainability across our campus and showcases their innovative perspectives. These dedicated individuals are...

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In Case You Missed It: Meet Jesse Okorafor, a doctoral student and an energy engineering intern at the University of Kentucky

In this article, I conduct an interview with doctorate student, Jesse Okorafor, who also plays an active role in sustainability on UK’s campus. I spoke with Jesse about his background in energy conservation, his...

Chelsea Colley

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Tips for cycling, scooting in cold weather

Cold weather doesn’t mean you have to give up on cycling and scooting! But it does mean that you may have to make some modifications that allow you to continue getting around on two wheels. Below are some tips for your...

Chelsea Colley

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Robin Wall Kimmerer’s Campus Keynote – April 6, 2023 @ 12pm

The University of Kentucky’s Lewis Honors College and Student Sustainability Council are excited to present a campus keynote with 2022 MacArthur Fellow Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer on Thursday, April 6th at 12pm in the...

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Everything is Science citywide festival returns

Everything is Science, Lexington’s citywide science festival, returns for its fifth year with an exciting new theme: It’s About Time!  What can seem like an intimidating topic is, in reality, quite relatable —...

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Our responsibility to stand up

University of Kentucky President Eli Capilouto sent the following message to the campus community on November 7th: “Campus Community, We know that hate exists in every part of our world and on our campus. It...

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‘Creating a Fertile and Sustainable Future’: Lewis Honors College Speaker Series welcomes Jonathan Webb

The University of Kentucky Lewis Honors College Speaker Series will welcome entrepreneur and AppHarvest Founder Jonathan Webb to campus. The event will take place in-person 4 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 8, in the...

Chelsea Colley

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New Funding Program Supports Research on Impacts of Eastern KY. Flooding, Climate and Health

In response to the recent flooding in Eastern Kentucky and increasing climate-related health challenges in general, the University of Kentucky Center for Appalachian Research in Environmental Sciences (UK-CARES) in...

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Student-run program helps provide medical equipment to Eastern Kentuckians impacted by flooding

As Eastern Kentuckians continue cleaning up from the catastrophic flooding that devastated their region in late July, the list of needs continues to grow. Donation efforts in the initial days of cleanup centered...

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UK Announces FoodChain as 2022-23 Cornerstone Community Innovation Partner

The University of Kentucky is pleased to announce the next Cornerstone Community Innovation Partner (CIP) for the 2022-23 academic year. This year’s partner is FoodChain, which will have an ongoing presence at The...

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Shuttle Option Available for Clark County Residents

UK Transportation Services is pleased to share information about a valuable shuttle service available through Foothills Express for members of the University of Kentucky community who commute from or through Clark...

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In Case You Missed It: Eli Capilouto Speaks About WholeSum

As the University for Kentucky, we have a responsibility to advance our Commonwealth. In doing so, our influence extends beyond Kentucky’s borders. That is why sustainability remains a priority in our daily operations...

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UK Recycling’s Give and Go Donation Stations Return to Campus

From Tuesday, April 19, through finals week, the University of Kentucky’s Recycling Program will place Give & Go Donation Stations in all residence hall lobbies — offering students a convenient opportunity to donate...

Chelsea Colley

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