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The University of Kentucky Stanley and Karen Pigman College of Engineering is a national top-100 institution which boasts the highest-ranked engineering program in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. The College recruits, trains and graduates outstanding engineering professionals who apply their expertise to our world’s most daunting technological challenges.

The College relies on the gifts of generous partners to expand the support it offers its engineering students through competitive undergraduate scholarshipsand graduate fellowships, as well as the ability to attract world-class faculty and build captivating facilities.

Donating to the UK Pigman College of Engineering is more than just writing a check. It is an investment in people—from first-generation college students to faculty members making noteworthy contributions to their respective fields. Browse our site to learn more about how to give, different methods for giving, the College’s targeted priorities, stories that highlight where gifts are making an impact and more!

Young Alumni Philanthropy Council YAPCO

Young Alumni Philanthropy Council (YAPCO) unlocks a unique opportunity to guide us through this next phase of life where we can give back to the College and the next generation of leaders.

UK Engineering Alumni Association UKEAA

The University of Kentucky Pigman College of Engineering Alumni Association (UKEAA) was founded in 1983 to provide you, the alumni, with an opportunity to stay involved.

Societies

We honor donors through memberships in different societies and execute good stewardship practices that ensure donors’ wishes are followed.

WHAT WE DO

Donor Relations

We are committed to developing outstanding relationships with those who underwrite the College’s success. We honor donors through memberships in different societies and execute good stewardship practices that ensure donors’ wishes are followed.

Stewardship

We are committed to the faithful stewardship of your donations and your wishes. Our goal is to ensure you know who is benefitting from your gift. This includes annual reporting and invitations to events such as David K Blythe Society Luncheon to connect with students directly benefiting from your support.

Networking and Career Development

We host events across the country to keep out big blue network strong. Our Career and Co-op Center is a great place to strenghten your talent pipeline. The Career and Co-op Center can also assist you in all phases of your career or job search, including exploring career fields, identifying marketable skills, polishing your resume, refining your interview skills, researching employers, preparing for an on-campus interview or customizing a job search campaign

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Nikki Fry
Nikki Fry
Assistant Director of Philanthropy
Location
262 Ralph G. Anderson Building
Phone
859-218-3506
Email
n.fry@uky.edu
Karen Cosgrove
Business Officer
Categories
Staff
Location
251 Ralph G Anderson Building
Phone
859-257-9395
Email
Karen.Cosgrove@uky.edu
Jonathan Furnish
Stewardship Officer
Categories
Staff
Location
257 Ralph G. Anderson Building
Phone
859-257-7377
Email
jonathan.furnish@uky.edu
Jana Kennelly
Senior Director of Philanthropy
Categories
Staff
Location
253 RGAN
Phone
859-257-9191
Email
jana.kennelly@uky.edu
Patrick Robinson
Director of Philanthropy
Categories
Staff
Location
262 Ralph G. Anderson Building
Phone
859-753-3605
Email
Patrick.robinson@uky.edu
Laurel Unseld
Donor Relations
Categories
Staff
Location
259 Ralph G. Anderson Building
Phone
859-257-1280
Email
laurel.unseld@uky.edu
Sarah West
Senior Operations Manager
Categories
Staff
Location
251 Ralph G Anderson Building
Phone
859-257-3354
Email
sarah.holtzclaw@uky.edu