News Archive: Students
'A hub for leadership’: Martin-Gatton CAFE launches Student Leadership Academy
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Bailey Vandiver
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The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment Student Leadership Academy aims to equip students to be leaders.
'One of one’: UK freshman focuses upcycling clothing brand on originality, sustainability
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Bailey Vandiver
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Jonny Ochoa-Suarez, who is studying Merchandising, Apparel and Textiles at the University of Kentucky, is working to expand his clothing brand, Threads Para Ustedes.
Turning passion into reality: UK student builds advocacy career through internship
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Jacob Rudy
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A student’s calling to advocate, communicate and serve is coming to life through an agricultural communications internship at the University of Kentucky.
Buggin’ out: University of Kentucky graduate is ready for a career in veterinary entomology
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Bailey Vandiver
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Andy Fajardo, a December 2025 graduate planning to attend veterinary school, found research experience and community during his time at UK.
Meet Maggie Board, a 2025 UK graduate prepared for what comes next
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Christopher Carney
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A University of Kentucky student is ready for the next chapter after graduating with an undergraduate degree in agricultural economics.
From linguist to landscape: Air Force veteran finds a new mission at the University of Kentucky
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Jordan Strickler
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Ten years in the Air Force and now a second-year student in the landscape architecture program, the mission continues at UK for this military veteran.
UK Ag Equine Programs volunteers give back to Lexington’s equine industry during annual service event
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Holly Wiemers
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Weekend of Service connects the University of Kentucky with the community.
From Marine to Wildcat — it is never too late to start again
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Angelina Sonoqui
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Decorated veteran reflects on his military service and new beginnings as a University of Kentucky student.
Lemon Tree Cafe continues tradition, offering unique experience for students and exceptional dining to the community
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Erin Spencer
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Lemon Tree Cafe is the University of Kentucky’s student-run, full-service restaurant.
UK students transform parking spot into pop-up park
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Haley Simpkins
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Park(ing) Day is part of a global movement focused on sustainability and public space. For these University of Kentucky students, it also represented a milestone in interdisciplinary collaboration.