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Himanshu Thapliyal Receives NSF CAREER Award
The CAREER Award is one of the “most prestigious awards in support of the early career-development activities of those teacher-scholars who most effectively integrate research and education within the context of the mission of their organization,” according to NSF.
Jana Kennelly Named Senior Director of Philanthropy
Jana Kennelly, assistant vice president for development at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA), has been named senior director of philanthropy for the University of Kentucky College of Engineering. She will begin her responsibilities April 1.
Faculty Spotlight - Julius Schoop
Julius Schoop joined the Department of Mechanical Engineering (ME) and Institute for Sustainable Manufacturing as Assistant Professor in August 2018.
Grehan Hall Modernization to Support Engineering Growth Goals
To support engineering enrollment growth, Grehan Hall is undergoing a complete modernization. Once completed, it will add 45,000 square feet of space to the college’s current total of 275,000.
Hireblue Spring Fairs Offer Career Connections for All UK Students
Next week, the University of Kentucky will welcome more than 150 employers to campus for the hireblue Spring Career Fairs in the Gatton Student Center ballrooms.
Badurdeen Appointed to Editorial Board of Sustainable Management Journal
Fazleena Badurdeen has been appointed an associate editor Resources, Conservation and Recycling, one of the highest ranked journals in sustainable management and conservation of resources.
Brehm Receives Office of Naval Research Young Investigator Award
The honor is given to academic scientists and engineers who have shown exceptional promise for doing creative research early in their career.
Bullard Breaks Guinness World Record, Makes Donation to the College
On Saturday, January 12, 2019, Bullard, a global provider of personal protective equipment, supplied 10,000 hard hats to fans attending the University of Kentucky vs. Vanderbilt game and broke a Guinness World Record.
VIDEO: Rare Earth Elements Support Renewable Energy Technologies
Sustainability and coal mining don't typically go hand in hand, but a project at the University of Kentucky is offering an opportunity to bring the two together.
Doctoral Student Wins Ian C. Watson Fellowship for Membrane Advancement
Doctoral student Xiaobo “Max” Dong, has been awarded the American Membrane Technology Association (AMTA) Ian C. Watson Fellowship for Membrane Advancement.