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UK Social Work launching Oculus VR support group for foster teens

Nov 9, 2022

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (Nov. 7, 2022) — Building on the success of Adoption Support for Kentucky (ASK), the College of Social Work (CoSW) at the University of Kentucky is expanding its virtual reality (VR) program to support teens in foster care.

UK Alumna Erin Simon Featured on Forbes.com

Nov 7, 2022

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University of Kentucky alumna Erin Ashley Simon featured on Forbes.com. Simon, the chief culture officer of XSET discusses the Erin Ashley Simon Esports Internship Fund for students interested in gaming and esports careers. Read More at Forbes.com

UK x Gen.G kicks off esports program with event for middle and high school students UK x Gen.G kicks off esports program with event for middle and high school students

Nov 4, 2022

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Via UKNOW LEXINGTON, Ky. (Nov. 4, 2022) — The University of Kentucky, in collaboration with Gen.G Esports, will be hosting a free community event for middle and high school students to kick off a new esports program on campus. The event will be held 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 8 (Election Day), at The Cornerstone. Early drop off and late pick up will be available to those who may need scheduling accommodations. Lunch will also be provided for the students who attend.

New feature in myUK GPS helps students progress more efficiently toward their degree

Jenny Wells-Hosley

Oct 31, 2022

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With fall priority registration underway, University of Kentucky students can begin utilizing a new feature in myUK GPS (Graduation Planning System) to help them keep track of their progress in their path toward a degree. Students can now see a percentage indicating the total progress they’ve made toward their degree requirements.

Bringing Digital Forward with CRM & Salesforce

Marci Adams

Oct 13, 2022

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Since its formation in 2016, the mission of the Enterprise CRM & Salesforce team within Information Technology Services (UK ITS) has been committed to leveraging data to create increasingly personalized and sophisticated digital marketing and communications. These efforts and partnerships have contributed to record enrollment and retention rates at UK, supported public safety through COVID-19 response and outreach, and increased engagement with university alumni and donors.

Adobe Releases Security Updates for Multiple Products

Oct 12, 2022

Cybersecurity

Adobe has released security updates to address multiple vulnerabilities in Adobe software. An attacker can exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system.

Salesforce Team Presents at Midwest Higher Ed Trailblazers Forum

Marci Adams

Oct 11, 2022

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On Thursday, October 6, members of the Enterprise CRM & Salesforce team attended the Midwest Higher Ed Trailblazers Forum held in Indianapolis. The team represented the University of Kentucky with their presentation “University of Kentucky Enterprise Approach to Salesforce - Lessons Learned”.

Microsoft Releases October 2022 Security Updates

Oct 11, 2022

Cybersecurity

Microsoft has released updates to address multiple vulnerabilities in Microsoft software. An attacker can exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system.

Price Talks UK Invests with Education Dive

Oct 10, 2022

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Associate CIO Heath Price talked to Higher Ed Dive about UK Invests. Price talked about the new program and how it will enhance student financial wellness. Read the full story

Bringing Cybersecurity Awareness Month to UK

Marci Adams

Oct 4, 2022

Cybersecurity

The month of October is nationally recognized as Cybersecurity Awareness Month. UK Information Technology Services (UK ITS) wants to invite the UK community to learn more about cybersecurity best practices and current topics in the industry.

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