Robinson Scholars Program

Almost time to begin the University of Kentucky 2018 Harambee Celebration to recognize our upcoming graduates including our first-generation and Robinson Scholars.

On Saturday, February 24th Berea College, in Berea, KY, hosted a National TRiO Day conference for all Kentucky TRiO affiliated programs. This conference focused primarily on the celebration of the 8 federally funded TRiO programs and served as a way to rally support for students participating in these programs. The services of TRiO programs stretch from middle school all the way to adult learners (college students). TRiO programs are can be found nationwide. These programs work to provide resources, academic support, financial literacy education, and targeted counseling/mentorship to students from a wide–range of disadvantaged backgrounds. Students, who participate in these programs, are afforded the opportunity to build a network of support to assist them in becoming successful in their educational and professional pursuits.

The University of Kentucky Students Support Services Program in partnership with the First–Generation Living and Learning Community (LLC) participated in the poster session with “Mentorship” being the topic of choice. Two young women pictured from left to right (Whitney Clifford and Shania Goble) were the poster representatives/presenters. Both of these young ladies are current peer mentors in the first–gen LLC, Robinson Scholarship Program recipients, and students of the SSS program. The two young women placed first in the poster session with their poster titled “Supporting First–Generation College Students: Peer Mentoring in a Living and Learning Community”.

Commencement Times and Dates Announced
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Friday, May 4:
• 10 a.m. - College of Agriculture, Food and Environment; College of Communication and Information; College of Public Health; The Martin School of Public Policy and Administration; The Patterson School of Diplomacy and International Commerce
• 2 p.m. - Gatton College of Business and Economics; College of Health Sciences; College of Fine Arts; College of Nursing; College of Pharmacy

Sunday, May 6:
• 10 a.m. - College of Arts and Sciences; College of Social Work; College of Design
• 2 p.m. - College of Education; College of Engineering; College of Medicine

All May graduates should register for Commencement at www.uky.edu/Commencement.

UK | Commencement * All students, no matter their degree, will walk with their specific college. For example: all baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral students within the College of Arts & Sciences will walk during the A&S ceremony.

The Big Blue Pantry is a program offered by the Center for Community Outreach (CCO). This program is available for students who are experiencing food insecurity or hunger. Any UK student, with a valid UK ID is eligible to receive non-perishable goods from the Big Blue Pantry by coming to the basement of White Hall, next to the Post Office, during our open hours.

Location:
Basement Whitehall Classroom Building in room 23, next to the Post Office
Students may access Big Blue Pantry by stairs or elevator in White Hall Classroom Building, and also through the connecting tunnel from Patterson Office Tower.

Contact or message page to set up an appointment!

Open Hours:
Monday 11-1pm
Tuesday 4-6pm
Wednesday 3-5pm
Thursday 4-6pm
Friday 3-5pm

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Support:
Big Blue Pantry is operated entirely on donations and accept non-perishable goods as well as monetary donations. Donations can be dropped off at the Pantry during open hours or contact via email to make other arrangements. Monetary donations can be in the form of cash or checks payable to the University of Kentucky, with Big Blue Pantry in the memo line. Please contact Big Blue Pantry directly to plan a donation drive or fundraiser.

Start of the semester meeting:

Funkhouser 200
4:00pm

Time to get involved!
Become a Mountain Cat Pen Pal! Pen Pal applications are now available, contact Dalton Thane Howard at [email protected] for more information.

The ACT Workshop 1 is well under way! How amazing it is that we have students that are so focused on becoming college ready that they have given up their Saturday. Way to go guys!

Scholars, don't forget about the Education Abroad fair in Buell Armory 10-2 today!

Being an active member in your community is a big part of what it takes to be a Robinson Scholar.
Tyler Wells (Class 12) is directing 'The 39 Steps' as part of the Menifee County Theatre Group. The play stars Vianna Le (class 15) and Justin Alcala (class 16) with various other cast members that bring a taste of diversity to Eastern Kentucky.

Come out and support MCTG by watching THE 39 STEPS, our HILARIOUS production featuring the unique work of Alfred Hitchcock.

Shows will be on evenings of September 10th and 24th!

Saturday, September 10th @ 5 pm
MENIFEE COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Admission: $5 students $10 adults

Saturday, September 24th @ 2 pm
OLD MILL PARK, WEST LIBERTY
SORGHUM FESTIVAL
Admission: FREE