University Of Kentucky Veterans Resource Center

University Of Kentucky Veterans Resource Center Creating community and providing resources for UK's military, veteran, & military connected students.

The VRC will be closed from November 27th to November 28th for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen on Monday, Decem...
11/26/2025

The VRC will be closed from November 27th to November 28th for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen on Monday, December 1st.

Thank you to all those who have served!
11/11/2025

Thank you to all those who have served!

Check out this great opportunity for veteran and active-duty service members on November 11th! In partnership with Cinta...
10/14/2025

Check out this great opportunity for veteran and active-duty service members on November 11th! In partnership with Cintas and their Valor business resource group, this session will focus on translating military experience into language that resonates with civilian employers

Join us this Veterans Day for a special resume workshop designed for veteran and active-duty service members. In partnership with Cintas and their Valor business resource group, this session will f…

Get Ready for UK's Spring 2025 Hire Blue Career Fairs!
02/17/2025

Get Ready for UK's Spring 2025 Hire Blue Career Fairs!

🚨 Spring 2025 HireBlue All Majors Career Fair is almost here! 🚨

🗓️ Date: February 26, 2025 (1:00-5:00PM)
📍 Where: Gatton Student Center, Grand Ballrooms & Harris Ballroom

✨ What's New? ✨
📸 Valvoline is sponsoring a FREE Headshot Photo Station in the Harris Ballroom!
📱 Be sure to bring your cell phone to access the Career Fair Plus map and scan employer QR codes for easy connections.

Don't miss this chance to network and take your career journey to the next level! 🙌

📣Attention, December 2024 grads!🎓
10/23/2024

📣Attention, December 2024 grads!🎓

December 2024 Graduates! We are hosting Grad Salute for you next week on October 23rd and 24th! It's your one-stop shop for everything you need for a smooth graduation. Get your cap and gown, register for commencement, a free headshot from a professional photographer, and more!

Find out more info at UKAlumni.net/GradSalute24. We'll see you there!

We are excited to be recognized as a Military Friendly School and Military Spouse Friendly School for the 3rd Consecutiv...
10/01/2024

We are excited to be recognized as a Military Friendly School and Military Spouse Friendly School for the 3rd Consecutive Year!

The University of Kentucky is proud to announce that it has been recognized as a Military Friendly School and Military Spouse Friendly School for the third consecutive year by Military Friendly.

Today we honor and remember the lives lost to the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. May we never forget their courage and sacri...
09/11/2024

Today we honor and remember the lives lost to the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. May we never forget their courage and sacrifice.

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Are you a Disney fan? Are you interested in Disney’s experiential education programs (Disney College Program, Culinary P...
03/21/2024

Are you a Disney fan? Are you interested in Disney’s experiential education programs (Disney College Program, Culinary Program, or Professional Internships)? Then this opportunity is for you!

The University of Kentucky will be hosting Vicky Rochelle, Disney College Program Recruiter, on Tuesday March 26, 2024. Students can attend to learn about the Disney experiential education programs. The information sessions will be held at 2:00pm or 4:00pm at the UK Gatton Student Center, Worsham Theater.

Click HERE to Register: https://studentsuccess.uky.edu/stuckert-career-center/disney-day-uk
*Deadline to register is March 22nd

Are you interested in Disney’s experiential education programs (Disney College Program, Culinary Program, or Professional Internships)? Come learn about the programs, meet a Disney Recruiter, and hear from your peers about their experiences with the Disney College Program.

The University of Kentucky is excited to announce that we will be hosting Vicky Rochelle, Disney College Program Recruiter, on Tuesday March 26, 2024. We will be offering two information sessions that students can attend to learn about the Disney experiential education programs. The information sessions will be held at 2:00pm or 4:00pm at the UK Gatton Student Center, Worsham Theater.

Are you graduating in May? Grad Salute is this week!
03/19/2024

Are you graduating in May? Grad Salute is this week!

May 2024 graduates, Grad Salute is this week!

Representatives will be on hand to assist you in finalizing graduation selections for the following:

• Purchasing your custom cap, gown and tassel with measurements to ensure the right fit.
• Verifying no stops or holds on your graduation records that could delay your commencement.
• Obtaining career advice and discussing employment opportunities.
• Registering for the Commencement ceremony.
• Answering your questions about graduation.
• Receiving information about student loan management.
• Ordering an official University of Kentucky class ring.
• Taking a headshot with a professional photographer.
• Purchasing a University of Kentucky diploma frame
• Ordering official personalized graduation announcements.
• Becoming an Active Member of the UK Alumni Association through a $25 gift to a fund of your choice.
• Ordering a Wildcat Alumni Plaza Paver.

Students are strongly encouraged to register for graduation before the event so the Commencement team can more easily assist with registering you for the ceremony.
By registering for the event, you will be eligible to win a prize!

VRC is hosting resume writing workshops to get you ready for the Spring Career Fairs! Check out the dates of these works...
02/02/2024

VRC is hosting resume writing workshops to get you ready for the Spring Career Fairs! Check out the dates of these workshops:

- February 6th: 10am - 12pm at VRC Lounge
- February 15th: 1:30pm - 3:30pm at VRC Lounge
- February 19th: 1pm - 3pm at University of Kentucky Stuckert Career Center
- February 23rd: 1pm - 3pm at University of Kentucky Stuckert Career Center

Less than one month until the spring Hire Blue Career Fairs! Make sure to register and view the full list of employers on Handshake!

Are you interested in gaining exposure in your field of interest and networking with professionals? Check out the UK Job...
01/11/2024

Are you interested in gaining exposure in your field of interest and networking with professionals? Check out the UK Job Shadow Program. Applications are open till January 19, 2024!

Application link https://bit.ly/46qusIV.

Applications open till January 19, 2024!

Interested in gaining exposure in your field of interest and networking with professionals? We have 48 employers that have volunteered to host a currently enrolled UK student for the UK Job Shadow Program between January 8, 2024, and March 29, 2024.

Program Details: The UK Job Shadow Program is to give students an opportunity to “shadow,” observe, and follow someone in a potential career field. The program is intended to support students exploring their academic major and to provide early exposure to professional career pathways. These opportunities are set for a short period of time, anywhere from 4 to 8 hours on-site with a single employer.

Application link https://bit.ly/46qusIV.
If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].

The VRC will be closed from December 25th to January 1st for the holiday break. We will reopen on Tuesday, January 2nd.W...
12/21/2023

The VRC will be closed from December 25th to January 1st for the holiday break. We will reopen on Tuesday, January 2nd.

We hope our students have a wonderful break and take time to relax and enjoy time with friends and family! We'll see you in the New Year!

Address

135 Graham Avenue , 2 Erikson Hall
Lexington, KY
40506

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18592571148

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