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Some stories require a little more – a little more discussion, more context, more depth and breadth. 

That’s the idea behind “Behind the Blue” – a weekly podcast created by UK Strategic Communications. It is designed to explore through probing interviews the in-depth the stories that make UK the university for Kentucky and that have impact across the institution, the Commonwealth and, in some cases, the world. 

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May 29, 2025 - Rob Edwards (Advancing Kentucky Together Network)

May 29, 2025

LEXINGTON, Ky. (May 29, 2025) – Health isn’t just about treating illness – it’s about access. It’s about education. It’s about the quality of life in every community across Kentucky.

In October 2024, the University of Kentucky’s Board of Trustees made a bold statement: that UK should become the...

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May 22, 2025 - Mark Birdwhistell (UK & Medicaid)

May 22, 2025

LEXINGTON, Ky. (May 22, 2025) – As federal lawmakers continue to examine the future of Medicaid, universities and health systems across the country are monitoring potential policy shifts that could influence how care is delivered—especially in states like Kentucky, where Medicaid plays a foundational role in...

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May 8, 2025 - Linda Van Eldik (Sanders-Brown Center on Aging) [ENCORE]

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May 8, 2025

LEXINGTON, Ky. (May 8, 2025) – THIS IS AN ENCORE PRESENTATION. The University of Kentucky Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center at the Sanders-Brown Center on Aging is celebrating 40 years of research and community impact. The center is world-renowned for its significant contributions to the field through the...

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May 1, 2025 - Sophia Goodin & Sophie Ciaverelli (Spring Graduate Spotlight)

May 1, 2025

LEXINGTON, Ky. (May 1, 2025) – As the University of Kentucky prepares to celebrate its newest alumni during Commencement ceremonies on May 9th and 10th, each student walking across the stage carries a unique story of transformation and impact shaped by their time on campus. Earning a degree in any field demands...

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