From being in the classroom to leading the classroom — first-generation students and graduates are an integral part of the University of Kentucky. In fact, nearly one in four incoming freshmen and one in three transfer students at UK are first-gen. Each year, Nov. 8 is dedicated to recognizing and celebrating … Read More
The number of incoming students enrolling in programs that lead to teacher certification is growing at the University of Kentucky. Preliminary data shows the UK College of Education’s incoming Fall 2022 class of teacher preparation program students has: increased in size by 83% between Fall 2019 and Fall 2022, going … Read More
The Early Childhood Lab at the University of Kentucky College of Education recently opened a new outdoor learning lab, made possible by a gift honoring a family’s long history at UK and in the Lexington community. The Elliott Family Outdoor Learning Lab, established through a gift from Dr. Edward C. … Read More
University of Kentucky College of Education Dean Julian Vasquez Heilig is the 2022 Linda C. Tillman Social and Racial Justice Award recipient. This top honor from the University Council for Educational Administration recognizes Vasquez Heilig’s dynamic voice for equity in education in the U.S. and around the world, while honoring … Read More
Support lung cancer prevention, screening, and survivorship in Kentucky by registering for the White Ribbon 5K Race for Research Saturday, Oct. 29 at Coldstream Park. The race is hosted by the University of Kentucky College of Education Department of Kinesiology and Health Promotion (KHP) and Breath of Hope Kentucky. UK … Read More
A sensory-friendly trick or treat will take place 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28 at the University of Kentucky Center for Applied Behavioral Supports, located at 1737 Russell Cave Rd. The free event is open to all. It is hosted by UK College of Education Center for Applied Behavioral … Read More
In recognition of its strong commitment to student achievement, the University of Kentucky STEM Through Authentic Research and Training (START) program was honored with the Fayette County Public Schools (FCPS) Golden Apple Award. The Golden Apple Award recognizes high-achieving programs and organizations that partner with FCPS to advance education and … Read More
University of Kentucky College of Education Assistant Professor Dr. Sharim Hannegan-Martinez has been selected for a National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) program. She is among 14 exemplary scholars from across the U.S. taking part in the NCTE Research Foundation’s 2022-2024 Cultivating New Voices Among Scholars of Color Fellowship. … Read More
University of Kentucky College of Education Professor Dr. Keith B. Wilson is a recipient of the 2022 American Counseling Association Fellows Award. This distinction recognizes the significant and unique contributions Wilson has made to the counseling profession throughout his career, as well as serves as a call for continued service as … Read More
Learn from National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) associate director of communications Gail Dent at the University of Kentucky College of Education’s Alumni Speaker Series, taking place 4 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 15 in the Taylor Education Building auditorium (158 TEB). Dent will deliver an in-person talk focusing on her … Read More