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UK’s Crystal Wilkinson Appointed 2021-22 Kentucky Poet Laureate

Mar 29, 2021, 8:16 AM

The award-winning author and professor in the College of Arts and Sciences was appointed by Governor Andy Beshear, and is the first Black woman to be appointed as the state’s poet laureate. Wilkinson will be inducted as part of the Kentucky Writers’ Day celebration, hosted virtually this year on the Kentucky Arts Council’s Facebook and YouTube channels.

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DREAM Program Expands Community, Career Development for Health Equity Researchers from Underrepresented Minorities

Mar 26, 2021, 9:28 AM

The program has supported the training of underrepresented pre-docs, post-docs and assistant professors at the University of Kentucky committed to health equity research.

Sadiqa Reynolds, Tamika Mallory to Speak at Sister Circle Forum March 25-26

Mar 24, 2021, 8:16 AM

The University of Kentucky will host the 5th annual Sister Circle Forum, which will feature two special presentations by Louisville Urban League President and CEO Sadiqa Reynolds and social justice advocate Tamika D. Mallory.

Reschedule Date for 'A Conversation With Dr. Bernice King' Announced

Mar 23, 2021, 10:15 AM

The conversation with the noted civil rights activist, minister, attorney and author Dr. Bernice King will deliver a presentation and talk to the public and then participate in a private question and answer session exclusively for University of Kentucky students.

CHET Accepting Applications for Health Equity-focused Pilot Grants

Mar 16, 2021, 10:40 AM

The Center for Health Equity Transformation is now accepting applications for its health equity-focused pilot grants through April 1. The awards are open to health equity studies affecting vulnerable groups or populations affected by health disparities.

Appalachian Center, Lewis Honors College to Host Screening, Discussion of ‘Lillian Smith: Breaking the Silence’

Mar 15, 2021, 8:46 AM

“We are so delighted to bring ‘Breaking the Silence: Lillian Smith’ to the UK community,” said Kathryn Engle. “Her life and works crosscut the fields of Appalachian studies, gender and women's studies, queer studies, education, Southern studies, literature, civil rights history, and African American studies.

How UK Senior Savannah Lewis is Changing the Face of Engineering

Mar 15, 2021, 8:31 AM

As the first person in her family to pursue a bachelor’s degree and study engineering, Savannah Lewis describes the feeling as daunting yet rewarding. “Knowing that I’m helping this profession become more diverse, by increasing representation, makes me extremely proud.”

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UK Law Breonna Taylor Symposium Videos Now Available Online

Mar 12, 2021, 10:34 AM

The J. David Rosenberg College of Law hosted a day-long symposium on Breonna Taylor on October 23, 2020. The panels probed the legal issues surrounding the criminal charges and defenses, search warrant inconsistencies, damages awarded to the family, the federal investigation, and the impact of race on policing.

UK Bourbon Industry Conference Explores Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Spirits’ Sector

Mar 12, 2021, 9:20 AM

Gathan Borden said that 2020 brought increased pressure for accountability by the affinity groups of the bourbon industry. “We are now seeing brands start to be more vocal and visible in their work support of diversity, equity and inclusion efforts."

Spotlight: DeShana Collett, Member of DEI Leadership Team

Mar 12, 2021, 9:11 AM

"Dr. Collett serves in many roles as vice chair of the university senate, a valued member on the DEI Leadership Team, a skilled teacher, an accreditation specialist and a practicing clinician. I was fortunate to learn many things from her during our conversation," said George Wright.

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