Great Video to get prepared for UK!

Check out this fun and exciting video to get ready to SEE BLUE!!!

http://www.uky.edu/base/webuk/Spotlights/156.spot/video.mov

Summer Advising Conferences

Incoming freshmen ...have you registered for your summer advising conference yet? Log on to myUK and please register early to get the broadest selection of courses for fall 2009. We can't wait to meet you soon.

New Director Hired

Dr. Mark Taylor from the University of Minnesota has been selected to be the Senior Assistant Dean and Director of the Central Advising Service and Transfer Center. He will begin July 13. Mark currently is the Director of Advising in the College of Liberal Arts at UM. A native of West Virginia Mark brings a wealth of experience to CASTC. He replaces Mary Sue Hoskins who retired in 2007. Since her retirement, Assistant Director Vicky Schankula has served as Interim Director.

add/drop

Currently enrolled students at UK can add/drop courses for fall 2009 until June 11.

Follow US on Twitter

Check out the latest news from Undergraduate Studies on Twitter. https://twitter.com/UKCASTC

Secondary Registration Window

The Secondary Registration Window for fall 2009 schedule changes is Tuesday, April 21st for sophomores at 8 am and freshmen at 11 am. The window closes at 7 p.m. The next add/drop period begins at April 28th.

CNA class

Register now for to become a Certified Nurse Aide. UK is offering a training program in April and May. Registration is now open. For more information, check their Website.

Facebook group

Join us on Facebook. The Undergraduate Studies students at the University of Kentucky group is THE place for up to date info and issues important to US students.

Nursing Info session on Monday

Join the College of Nursing for an info session on Monday, March 23, at 1 pm in room 315 of the Nursing building.

FREE SPRING BREAK SHUTTLE TO BLUE GRASS AIRPORT

As students leave campus for their Spring Break destinations, University of Kentucky Parking and Transportation Services is helping them out by providing free transportation to Blue Grass Airport. The shuttle will operate Thursday, March 12, and Friday, March 13, with daily campus pick-up times of 6 a.m., 8 a.m., 10 a.m., noon, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Students should plan to leave campus at least two hours prior to take-off.

To schedule a pick-up, e-mail the following information with the subject “Spring Break Shuttle” to ukparking@lsv.uky.edu at least two business days in advance: Name, Campus address, Campus phone number and/or cell number, Date, time and location of campus pick-up
A representative from Parking & Transportation Services will call to confirm a pick-up time and convenient location.

Students are responsible for their own transportation back to campus. LexTran’s Airport/Keeneland Express runs Monday through Friday and drops off at the Vine Street bus terminal. Fare is $1. American Taxi (859-381-TAXI) accepts UK PLUS accounts, and charges approximately $16-$20 for cab fare from Blue Grass Airport to campus. Students are eligible for a 10% discount with a student ID.

Paying for College Presentations

Recent economic hardships may be leading to stressful times for UK students and their families when it comes to paying for college. That's why the Office of Enrollment Management is taking a proactive approach to tell students more about what options they have in terms of securing funding to pay for college expenses. The office will facilitate presentations on Thursday, March 5, in the Center Theatre, located in the UK Student Center from noon to 1 p.m. and also from 3:30 to 4:30 pm. Representatives from the offices of Student Financial Aid, Academic Scholarships, Student Billings Services, The Graduate School, and Student Employment will offer important information.

PA Info Session

Physician’s Assistant Information Session Friday, March 6th, from 1-3 p.m.Wethington Building Commons, Room 127

Nursing Info Session

Friday, March 6: 10 a.m., room 502A of the Nursing Building. Come here details about the BSN program!

Major of the Month: Education

Join us for an informative session on majors in the College of Education on Tuesday, March 3rd from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. in room 102 Miller Hall. No reservations required.

Career & Internship Expo

Students are encouraged to participate in the Career & Internship Expo this week on Tuesday and Wednesday from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the Student Center. Students can network with employers interested in UK students/alumni for full-time, intern, and co-op positions. On February 24, engineering, high tech, and architecture employers will be meeting with students. On February 25, business, non-profit, and healthcare employers will be in attendance. Students should dress professionally and bring resumes. All majors are welcome. View the full list of employers attending. Students wanting more information can contact the James W. Stuckert Career Center at (859) 257-2746.

FREE Depression Screening

It could be the weather, or it could be depression. Come take a brief depression screening to find out. Screenings are free and will be conducted on Thursday, February 26 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the WT Young Library. Eating disorder screenings will also be available. For additional information about screenings for depression, bipolar disorder, substance abuse, eating disorders, and post traumatic stress, visit the Counseling & Testing Center online or call (859) 257-8701.

YAHOO: 10 Jobs in Demand

As you explore your major, consider jobs that are hot in the employment market in our current economic climate. http://hotjobs.yahoo.com/career-articles-wanted_you_10_jobs_where_employers_come_looking_for_you-668

Thursdays with Jamie

On Thursday, Feb. 19th, from 1-3 p.m. in Miller Hall, drop by and chat with our career expert Jamie Johnson from the James W. Stuckert Career Center at the University of Kentucky.

Education Abroad: Wildcats Around the World

Where do you want to go? Come speak with International students and students who have gone abroad in an education abroad fair organized by students for students. Wednesday, February 25th from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Classroom building. For more information, call 859-257-4067, ext. 252 or educationabroad@uky.edu.

NSE deadline extended

Students applying for the National Student Exchange in 2009-2010 have an extra week as the deadline for applications has been extended to Monday, February 23, 2009. For more information contact Kelly Crume or consult the NSE website.

Nursing Application Information Session

Are you considering a nursing major? The deadline to apply to the program is March 1. To prepare you for the application process, the College of Nursing is offering an information session on Tuesday, February 17th at 4 p.m. in room 201 of the Nursing Building. No appointment needed.

Major of the Month - Communications

Come hear about the communications major and learn what career options exist for recent graduates in the field. Program is Tuesday, February 17th from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. in the conference room of Miller Hall.

Lincoln's Birthday

Today is Abraham Lincoln's 200th birthday. Our 16th President is often referred to as our greatest. One of the reasons was his leadership. He lead a nation through a very difficult time. Over 600,000 Americans died in the Civil War. The week before his death he revealed his intent to introduce legislation to give African-American men the right to vote and equal citizenship. The "coup" that lead to his assassination also sparked the beginning of Reconstruction and 100 years of Jim Crow before President Johnson signed legislation providing for an end to segregation.

We all have different leadership qualities and I hope you take the time to explore how you can become a leader in Undergraduate Studies. For more information, check out the leadership blog at http://leadershipforus.blogspot.com/

Facebook Group

It is time to reenergize my blog and breath life into our communication efforts at Undergraduate Studies. So, to keep up with events and announcements. Join our Facebook group - Undergraduate Studies students at the University of Kentucky.