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UK International Center releases Global Engagement Academy offerings for fall 2026

Daniel Flener
 Sep 28, 2026

LEXINGTON, Ky. (September 28, 2026) — LEXINGTON, Ky. — As the Commonwealth’s flagship research university, the University of Kentucky benefits from being globally engaged. It is important that all faculty and staff can be informed about UK’s many international connections and to contribute to this important strength of the university themselves.   

From Kentucky to Ireland: Fulbright researcher explores agricultural impacts on water quality

Briana Fortunato
 Sep 18, 2026

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Sept. 18, 2026) — Bill Ford, Ph.D., an associate professor in the University of Kentucky Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment (CAFE), specializes in hydrology and water quality. His research focuses on understanding how agricultural practices affect water as it moves through the landscape. In 2026, the Fulbright U.S.

UK recognized with 2026 IIE Andrew Heiskell Award for Innovation in International Education

Daniel Flener
 Sep 4, 2026

  LEXINGTON, Ky. (Sept. 4, 2026) — The University of Kentucky has been recognized as a winner for the 2026 IIE Andrew Heiskell Award for Innovation in International Education in the category of Strategic Partnerships for Shoulder to Shoulder Global. The Institute of International Education (IIE) bestows this honor to recognize and support the innovative and successful models for developing and expanding international education in practice today. 

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