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Biomedical bachelor's degree accredited by ABET

The University of Kentucky Stanley and Karen Pigman College of Engineering’s bachelor’s degree program in biomedical engineering has been accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), a nonprofit, ISO 9001-certified quality assurance organization. Through the accreditation of academic programs, recognition of credentials and assessment of student learning, ABET supports excellence in education worldwide. 

Chicago, IL: Evening with Engineering Reception November 5, 2025

During the Evening with Engineering Reception in Chicago, you’ll meet UK Engineering Recruiter Hannah Bissmeyer as well as local engineering alumni to learn more about the Pigman College of Engineering. You'll have your questions answered about the engineering program, admission requirements, co-ops, scholarship opportunities and more.

Columbus, OH: Evening with Engineering Reception October 29, 2025

During the Evening with Engineering Reception in Columbus, you’ll meet UK Engineering Recruiter Amy Foulkes as well as local engineering alumni to learn more about the Pigman College of Engineering. You'll have your questions answered about the engineering program, admission requirements, co-ops, scholarship opportunities and more.

Helping students bring ideas to life: Douglas Klein celebrated as 2025 ‘Great Teacher’

In March, the University of Kentucky Alumni Association honored six recipients of this year’s Great Teacher Awards. Launched in 1961, they are the longest-running UK award recognizing accomplished and passionate educators. In order to receive the honor, teachers must first be nominated by a student. The UK Alumni Association Great Teacher Award Committee, in cooperation with the student organization Omicron Delta Kappa, then makes the final selection. Recipients receive a commemorative award and stipend.

5 engineering alumni inducted into 2025 UK Hall of Distinguished Alumni

On Sept. 12, the University of Kentucky will induct 20 alumni into the 2025 Hall of Distinguished Alumni, including five Pigman College of Engineering alumni. The alumni will be honored for their meaningful contributions to the Commonwealth, nation and the world. 

TEK announces 2025-26 Faculty Fellows cohort

The University of Kentucky’s Office of Transdisciplinary Educational approaches to advance Kentucky (TEK) has announced the TEK Faculty Fellows for the 2025-26 academic year. A critical mission of TEK is the development of new transdisciplinary courses and the reimagining of existing courses to emphasize one or more essential employability skills. To accomplish this, TEK is leveraging the expertise of a new cohort of TEK Faculty Fellows.

Pikeville, KY: Evening with Engineering Reception November 18, 2025

During the Evening with Engineering Reception in Pikeville, you’ll meet UK Engineering Recruiter Sara Soard as well as local engineering alumni to learn more about the Pigman College of Engineering. You'll have your questions answered about the engineering program, admission requirements, co-ops, scholarship opportunities and more.

Paducah, KY: Evening with Engineering Reception November 13, 2025

During the Evening with Engineering Reception in Paducah, you'll meet current engineering students, professors, and local alumni to learn more the UK Pigman College of Engineering -- both the Paducah and Lexington campuses. You'll hear important information about the engineering program, co-ops, next steps in the application process, and more.

Hazard, KY: Evening with Engineering Reception November 12, 2025

During the Evening with Engineering Reception in Hazard, you’ll meet UK Engineering Recruiter Sara Soard as well as local engineering alumni to learn more about the Pigman College of Engineering. You'll have your questions answered about the engineering program, admission requirements, co-ops, scholarship opportunities and more.

London, KY: Evening with Engineering Reception November 4, 2025

During the Evening with Engineering Reception in London, you’ll meet UK Engineering Recruiter Sara Soard as well as local engineering alumni to learn more about the Pigman College of Engineering. You'll have your questions answered about the engineering program, admission requirements, co-ops, scholarship opportunities and more.