Advising & Academic Support

  • UK Libraries is offering virtual appointments and drop-in peer tutoring hours for undergraduate students who need help with research papers or projects this Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8:00 to 10:00 pm. For more information on what a peer tutor can help you with, or to schedule an appointment, click here.

Fundraising

  • Support the Campus Kitchen at the University of Kentucky (CKUK) for World Food Day by participating in their fundraising campaign to help reduce food waste and improve campus and community food security. All are invited to show their support through donations, engaging on social media, or sharing the donation link with family, friends, and community members. For more information, or to donate, click here.

Jobs & Internship Opportunities

  • The 2021 Cooperative Extension Intern Program application window is now open. Applications are due by December 31. To be eligible, applicants must be a current college student, at least a sophomore with a minimum of 30 hours, and a GPA of 2.5 or higher. For more information, and to apply, click here.
  • The University of Wisconsin-Madison Freshwater and Marine Sciences program is seeking two MS research assistants to start in the Fall of 2021. Assistants would work on a National Science Foundation-funded project aimed towards understanding the interactive dynamics of stream restoration and flood resilience in a changing climate. For more information, and to apply, click here.
  • The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service is hiring a student trainee in Lexington, KY to learn how to research and assemble articles, plan promotional materials, organize programs and events, and more. The deadline to apply is Wednesday, October 21. For more information, and to apply, click here.
  • God’s Pantry Food Bank is hiring a seasonal, part-time development specialist to handle data entry, gift processing, relationship management, and more. For more information, and to apply, click here.
  • A local Lexington pet store is hiring a part-time team member to work in a retail/customer service setting. The ideal candidate would have a strong interest in animal science and nutrition. The deadline to apply is Friday, November 13. For more information, and to apply, click here.

Events

  • Join SAB for some spooky Halloween-themed crafts in the SAB Office from 12:00 to 2:00 on Monday, October 19. Students are encouraged to pick up supplies ahead of time, as only a limited amount will be available. For more information, click here.
  • All interested students are invited to the Peace Corps panel on Wednesday, October 21 from 5:00 to 6:00 online. The UK Peace Corps Prep program and a Peace Corps recruiter will be in attendance, as well as returned volunteers to share their experiences. For more information, and to access the Zoom link, click here.
  • Engage with current USDA professionals at the virtual speaker series on Wednesday, October 21 at 2:00. The series will allow students to learn about career paths, projects, and initiatives of the USDA while connecting with researchers, foresters, technicians, and more. For more information, and to register, click here.
  • All UK students and their families are invited to the Parent and Family Association Bingo night on Wednesday, October 21 at 8:00. Students can participate either by visiting the Worsham Cinema, or via Zoom. For more information, and to RSVP, click here.
  • Transformative Learning is hosting a Lo-Fi Hip-Hop Study Session on Thursday, October 22 at the Hilary J. Boone Center from 9:00 to 2:00. For more information, click here.
  • Join SAB on Friday, October 23 at 8:00 for a showing of Nightmare Before Christmas on the Main Lawn next to the Administration Building. Valid BBNvolved event pass required for entry. For more information, click here.