University of Kentucky Office of the President

Our Mission, 160 Years Strong

The University of Kentucky is a public, land grant university dedicated to improving people's lives through excellence in education, research and creative work, service and health care.

The University of Kentucky:

Facilitates learning, informed by scholarship and research;
Expands knowledge through research, scholarship and creative activity; and
Serves a global community by disseminating, sharing and applying knowledge.

From Paducah to Pikeville, Covington to Cumberland, the University of Kentucky touches lives across the Bluegrass State, providing education, cultural stimulation and economic development in all 120 counties. As Kentucky's flagship institution, UK plays a critical leadership role in the Commonwealth by contributing to the economic development and quality of life within Kentucky's borders and beyond.

We were created — and we exist — to advance Kentucky in everything that we do, as we work with partners across this state for a stronger, healthier and more secure Commonwealth.

Eli Capilouto

President

Board of Trustees

The University of Kentucky Board of Trustees consists of 16 members appointed by the Governor, two members of the faculty, one university staff employee and one member of the student body.

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Executive Team

The president's Executive Team includes the provost and vice presidents, who collaboratively guide the institution’s academic, administrative and operational priorities.

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President's Staff

The president’s support staff provides essential administrative and logistical assistance, ensuring efficient operations and enabling the president to focus on advancing the university’s mission and strategic goals.

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Important Updates

Open Searches

The University of Kentucky is recognized worldwide for excellence in teaching, research and service and as a catalyst for intellectual, social, cultural and economic development. There are currently no cabinet level searches.

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Monitoring Federal Changes 2025

The new presidential administration has recently signed dozens of executive orders and personnel actions. This page will communicate with campus important updates impacting our community.

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Campus Messages

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Why I’m Proud of Our Wildcat Family

Eli Capilouto

Mar 28, 2025

Campus Community, It’s easy to get lost in the blur and pulse of daily headlines, stories and announcements. But in recent weeks, I’ve also encountered many moments that demonstrate the best of us and that continually make me thankful for what we do and for who we are. The UK Men’s Basketball team returns this evening to the NCAA Tournament’s Sweet Sixteen for the first time in several years. Think about it. A new coach. An entirely new ballclub and a daunting schedule through the nation’s toughest conference.

New Partnership for the Advancing Kentucky Together Network

Eli Capilouto

Mar 26, 2025

Last fall, I shared with you the Board of Trustees’ directive calling on UK to be the institution that does more through collaborations than any other in the nation to improve the health of the state it serves. With strong partners across the state, we can do more to improve the health of Kentuckians. As a result, we announced a new partnership with Pikeville Medical Center as part of our Advancing Kentucky Together Network. This morning, I am pleased to update you on the next phase of this important work as we officially welcome Transylvania University as the first academic partner in the network. This collaboration focuses on working with partners to advance Kentucky by expanding educational opportunities and supporting health care for Kentuckians.

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Update on Federal and State Issues

Eli Capilouto

Mar 19, 2025

Government Updates

I want to provide you with important updates about what we’ve been tracking on the federal and state levels this week. The University of Kentucky has formally notified the PhD Project that UK is canceling any contractual relationship that exists between our institution and this organization. Last week, I informed campus that the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights notified us that UK is among 45 universities under review regarding the use of “racial preferences and stereotypes in education programs and activities.”

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