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UK, Transy announce 3 new initiatives in Advancing Kentucky Together Network

By Dave Melanson
 Jul 17, 2026
AKT Network

LEXINGTON, Ky. (May 21, 2026) — A little more than a year after becoming the first educational partner in the University of Kentucky’s Advancing Kentucky Together (AKT) Network, Transylvania University and UK announced three new initiatives that will advance their collaboration to better serve Kentuckians.  

Through partnership, Compass Group to make major investments in UK enterprise

By Lindsay Travis
 Jul 17, 2026
AKT Network

LEXINGTON, Ky. (June 30, 2026) — Over the decades, strong partnerships have allowed the University of Kentucky to strengthen services, expand opportunities and better serve the Commonwealth.   From housing to healthcare to technology, these collaborations have brought new expertise and investments to campus while helping UK adapt to changing needs.  

Belcan, founded by UK engineering alum, named newest OneUK partner

By Ashley Castorena
 Jul 17, 2026
AKT Network

LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 30, 2026) — Belcan, a Cognizant company, is the newest partner in the University of Kentucky’s strategic collaboration program, OneUK.

CPESN Kentucky joins the UK Advancing Kentucky Together Network

By Dave Melanson
 Jul 17, 2026
AKT Network

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Feb. 26, 2026) — Community Pharmacy Enhanced Services Network (CPESN) Kentucky, a community health organization with a network of 72 community pharmacies located in 46 Kentucky counties, is the latest organization to join the University of Kentucky’s Advancing Kentucky Together Network (AKT).

Through partnership, Compass Group to make major investments in UK enterprise

By Lindsay Travis
 Jun 30, 2026
AKT Network

LEXINGTON, Ky. (June 30, 2026) — Over the decades, strong partnerships have allowed the University of Kentucky to strengthen services, expand opportunities and better serve the Commonwealth.   From housing to healthcare to technology, these collaborations have brought new expertise and investments to campus while helping UK adapt to changing needs.   Through the Enterprise Services Partnership, UK and Compass Group will work together to improve coordination and long-term planning across enterprise — UK, UK HealthCare, UK King’s Daughters and UK St. Claire.

UK, Compass Group to expand opportunities for Kentucky farmers, grow local food economy

By Lindsay Travis
 Jun 26, 2026
AKT Network

LEXINGTON, Ky. (June 26, 2026) — The University of Kentucky is strengthening its role as a partner to communities across the Commonwealth through a new approach to purchasing that shares opportunity far beyond campus. As part of UK’s Enterprise Services Partnership, UK and Compass Group, the university’s preferred partner, will launch a group purchasing organization (GPO) designed to increase access to Kentucky-grown products while creating more predictable markets for farmers.

Through partnership, UK, Compass Group to launch mobile food initiative to serve Kentucky communities

By Lindsay Travis
 Jun 12, 2026
AKT Network

LEXINGTON, Ky. (June 12, 2026) — The University of Kentucky’s mission is clear: to advance Kentucky in everything we do. Through UK’s Enterprise Services Partnership with our preferred partner, Compass Group, the university is expanding its ability to serve all 120 counties across the Commonwealth.

CATS AI names new director, launches research challenge and advances AI

By Tiana Thé
 Jun 10, 2026
AKT Network

LEXINGTON, Ky. (June 10, 2026) — The University of Kentucky’s Commonwealth AI Transdisciplinary Strategy initiative, or CATS AI, is entering a new phase with a new director, a pilot research challenge and expanded learning opportunities for the campus community. At its core, CATS AI is about people — preparing students for a changing future, supporting researchers as they pursue new ideas and helping Kentucky communities benefit from responsible innovation.

UK fans will see game day upgrades through Enterprise Services Partnership

By Lindsay Travis
 Jun 5, 2026
AKT Network

LEXINGTON, Ky. (June 5, 2026) — When University of Kentucky fans fill Kroger Field this football season, they can expect multiple new game day experiences highlighted by new concessions options. Through UK’s Enterprise Services Partnership with preferred partner Compass Group, fans will see more affordable pricing, an enhanced selection of restaurant-quality food, and local favorites, beginning with football games at Kroger Field.

UK plans to reduce meal plan costs this fall by 5% through Enterprise Services Partnership

By Lindsay Travis
 May 22, 2026
AKT Network

LEXINGTON, Ky. (May 22, 2026) — When students have reliable access to affordable, healthy food, they are better able to learn, participate and succeed at every stage of life.

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