News Archive: Students
Air Force veteran, first-generation student pursues dream of helping local community’s food access
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Dan Knapp
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After serving 20+ years in the United States Air Force, MSgt Bradley Lykins enrolled at the University of Kentucky, renewing his connection with nature and farming heritage.
Animal sciences professor looks back on 55-year tenure at UK Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment
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Aimee Nielson
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Considered one of the nation’s premier sheep nutritionists, Professor Don Ely reflects on five plus decades of teaching, extension and research.
UK Signature Industries Career Fair successfully presents job seekers with equine and distilling opportunities
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Holly Wiemers
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The UK Signature Industries Career Fair presented professional opportunities to more than 400 participants.
UK alum brings Thoroughbred racing dreams to life
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Jordan Strickler
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Emily Pendergest, a University of Kentucky graduate, is living her horse racing dreams.
The University of Kentucky Lemon Tree restaurant blends dining with learning in a culinary classroom
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Jordan Strickler
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The Lemon Tree is a student-led culinary class, where students orchestrate every detail – from delivery service to washing the dishes.
Lynn Leedhanachoke wins UK Department of Veterinary Science’s Three-Minute Thesis competition
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Jordan Strickler
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Leedhanachoke's thesis focuses on the effect of gastrointestinal infections in horses using organoids.
Two University of Kentucky students accepted to famed Irish National Stud program
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Jordan Strickler
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UK students Grace Hamilton and Luis Ettedgui recently achieved a remarkable milestone.
Survey to Assess Current Companion Animal Work at UK
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University of Kentucky survey intended to evaluate current companion animal work on campus.
University of Kentucky distillation, wine and brewing students visit St. Croix for interactive rum, vodka production tours
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Aimee Nielson
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Students spent nearly two days at Cruzan Rum, a rum producer distillery owned by Beam Suntory.
University of Kentucky student returns to the classroom, continuing passion for learning agriculture
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Christopher Carney
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After nearly a decade, first-generation student Michael Moore returns to the classroom to rekindle his passion for learning and agriculture.