“As a Merchandising, Apparel and Textiles major, I’m always thinking about sustainability in fashion, ways to reuse and reduce,” said Kya Washington, a senior student at the University of Kentucky. “But sustainability...
Archive - April 2026
Adreonna Rainey
When UK expands, what happens to the water?: Inside UK’s stormwater management system
Every time it rains on campus, thousands of gallons of water move across rooftops, sidewalks, and construction sites before entering storm drains. Without proper controls, that water can carry pollutants into nearby...
Intern Insights: Shayna tackles plastic with UK Recycling!
Intern Insights is a mini-series that spotlights the interns participating in the Sustainability Internship Program (SIP) and their day-to-day activities and accomplishments. The Office of Sustainability partners...
Carlie Laughlin
When UK expands, what happens to the water?: The environmental impact of rapid construction
Whether you’re heading to class or grabbing coffee between lectures, walking past ongoing construction has become a normal part of daily life at the University of Kentucky. New academic buildings, research facilities...
Sustainability Champion Kenton Sena takes sustainability out of the classroom and to the community
Each year, the Sustainability Champion Awards recognize individuals who have made significant contributions to sustainability at the University of Kentucky. This year, one of those champions is Dr. Kenton Sena, whose...
Kova Jones
UK researcher addresses water sustainability challenges through workforce-focused engineering solutions
LEXINGTON, Ky. (March 31, 2026) — Access to safe drinking water depends not only on infrastructure, but on the people who operate and maintain it. At the University of Kentucky, Diana Byrne, Ph.D., assistant...
