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Dear , As we've recently concluded the academic year in May, we thought it would be a good time to introduce you to one of our UK colleagues, Kelvin Bright of the UK Physical Plant Division, who just completed his bachelor's degree through our Employee Education Program, which offers free part-time tuition to eligible staff and faculty. The Lexington Herald-Leader recently profiled Kelvin as part a series on non-traditional students. Congratulations, Kelvin!
We also want to call your attention to an upcoming UK employee-exclusive Open House at the new Chandler Hospital Emergency Department. It will be a unique opportunity for us all to get a first glimpse inside this amazing new facility.
I look forward to seeing you around campus.
Kim Wilson
Associate Vice President
UK Human Resources |
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Features
"Determined" UK PPD Employee Kelvin Bright Completed Bachelor's Degree in May
Photo courtesy of Charles Bertram, Lexington Herald-Leader | On May 8, UK Physical Plant Division employee Kelvin Bright, 47, graduated from UK with a bachelor's degree in political science. What makes Kelvin's experience with UK's free Employee Education Program (EEP) so inspiring is not just the fact he re-started his academic career after a long hiatus, but also that he maintained his commitment to volunteering in the community and serving as a model colleague.
As his supervisor Dan Abbott explains, Kelvin has been a model employee who was initially surprised to learn, upon joining the University in 2006, about the EEP program's free tuition for staff and faculty. He definitely took advantage of the opportunity.
"Kelvin has been an outstanding colleague who is well grounded and determined, so his academic accomplishment comes as no surprise," said Dan.
Kelvin has already been promoted since joining UK and plans on continuing his career with the University. He plans to revisit the Employee Education Program in the near future to pursue a graduate degree. We hope his example will inspire others and feel sure it already has.
To read recent Lexington Herald-Leader article featuring Kelvin (scroll down on the page to read about Kelvin), click here.
UK Official Holidays 2010-11
The official UK holiday schedule has been updated for the coming fiscal year that begins July 1, 2010. To view, click here.
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New UK Chandler Emergency Department Open Houses June 25 and July 1
You are invited to an exclusive first look inside the new UK Chandler Emergency Department during two Open Houses being held prior to the facility opening on July 14 (details below). Join us for refreshments and the chance to win one of hundreds of door prizes including UK HealthCare logo merchandise, Kentucky Speedway tickets, Lexington Legends tickets, food discounts at UK campus and Chandler Hospital food service eateries and more. Experts will also be on hand to answer your questions. For more information, click here. EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT OPEN HOUSES UK HealthCare Employee Open HouseFriday, June 256 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Follow directional signage along S. Limestone or inside Chandler Hospital to Pediatric Emergency Center entrance in the new pavilion.
Shuttles will run 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. with 30-minute departures between the new ED and Alumni Office Park, Good Samaritan Hospital and Regency Road Offices/Kentucky Clinic South. Free parking will be available in the hospital's South Limestone parking garage for those who choose to drive to the event. UK Employee Open HouseThursday, July 110 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Follow directional signage along S. Limestone or inside Chandler Hospital to Pediatric Emergency Center entrance in the new pavilion.
Shuttles will run 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. with 30-minute departures from the Student Center on Administration Drive. Free parking will be available in the hospital's South Limestone parking garage for those who choose to drive to the event. |
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Events
Workshop for Managers and Supervisors: Coaching for Improved Employee Performance through Career Development
Thursday, July 15, 12:00-1:30 p.m., 220 Scovell Hall, Suite 2 to learn about additional resources for departments and managers, click here or call 257-9746. Parenting Teens and Tweens
We're still going strong but always welcome new members at the Parenting Teens and Tweens support group. Join us Wednesday, July 14, 2010 from 12:10-12:50pm in Scovell Hall room 220A. Also meeting in Scovell Hall, room 220 is Grandparents Raising Grandchildren support group. This group meets the first Tuesday of each month. Join us on July 6, 2010 from 12:10-12:50pm and find support and share your experience parenting "the second time around." FREE Health Smart conversations with UK HealthCare Experts
Learn about common allergies and how to control them. Attend a free presentation: Understanding Allergies, presented by Dr. Beth Miller, July 13, 12-1:00 p.m., 127 Wethington (Commons). Register now. Farmers Market Bus Rides
We're going to the Farmers Market during lunch each Thursday from June 17 through September 9 and we want you to come along. The bus ride is free, and you can't beat the market for the freshest fruits and veggies. Click here for pick-up locations and times. |
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Sneak Preview ... Coming in July: The 90-Day Healthtrac Transformation Challenge
Enter the 90-Day Healthtrac Transformation Challenge and let UK Healthtrac Rewards help you see yourself healthier! You've read the Healthtrac success stories - incredible health improvements such as lowered blood pressure and cholesterol, healthy weight loss, and just FEELING better. Now it's your turn to see the new YOU and win great prizes! Look for more information in the July issue. Stay up-to-date on all that UK Health & Wellness has to offer. Find us on Facebook.  |
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Did You Know?
The University of Kentucky is one of the most popular colleges on Facebook! To check it out along with our competition, click here. |
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Financial Tip
Need helpful hints for retirement savings? Click here. |
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About Thrive
Thrive is a monthly e-mail newsletter developed by UK Human Resources.
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