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Student Experience and Engagement
YOUR EXPERIENCE MATTERS
Your college experience is about more than coursework. It’s about finding community, building leadership skills, expanding your world and discovering new opportunities.
BetterMynd is an online therapy platform that offers University of Kentucky students access to free, confidential and convenient teletherapy sessions from a network of licensed mental health counselors.
Online scholarship platform that matches students to relevant, vetted external scholarship opportunities, as well as internal scholarships offered by the university.
Each coaching session provides a personalized action plan focused on areas like goal setting, time management, motivation, and stress management, with specialized support across academic, career, financial, and wellness needs. Open to both undergraduate and graduate students, coaching helps you build the skills to succeed and thrive in college.
Partnering with qualified students with disabilities to assist them in gaining equal access to institutional programs and services consistent with their unique needs.
Mental health services, including individual and group therapy, available in Kentucky. Case managers assist those outside Kentucky in connecting with local mental health services.
BetterMynd is an online therapy platform that offers University of Kentucky students access to free, confidential and convenient teletherapy sessions from a network of licensed mental health counselors.
Mindfulness and meditation app that features services such as guided meditations, sleep podcasts, curated playlists, workouts, free year-long subscription to all students.
Partnering with qualified students with disabilities to assist them in gaining equal access to institutional programs and services consistent with their unique needs.
Each coaching session provides a personalized action plan focused on areas like goal setting, time management, motivation, and stress management, with specialized support across academic, career, financial, and wellness needs. Open to both undergraduate and graduate students, coaching helps you build the skills to succeed and thrive in college.
Student Support Resources
Helping student access essential services and financial support.
Financial Ombud Services assists students facing financial difficulties after consulting their University of Kentucky financial aid counselor. They provide personalized help with tuition and fee payments.
Campus Recreation offers a variety of quality recreation programs and services to support student success and well-being, including in-person and virtual group fitness and personal training.
Wildcat Wardrobe is a career closet helping students access professional attire for job interviews, internships, and post-graduation opportunities, reducing the financial burden.
Online scholarship platform that matches students to relevant, vetted external scholarship opportunities, as well as internal scholarships offered by the university.
Student Recognition & Awards
Outstanding Undergraduate Student
Recognize student excellence at the undergraduate level in the College of Social Work.
Outstanding Graduate Student
Recognize student excellence at the master’s level in the College of Social Work.
Outstanding Doctoral Student
Recognize student excellence at the graduate level in the College of Social Work.
Experiential Learning Student of the Year
Recognize student excellence in experiential learning (practicum or other) in the College of Social Work.
Dean’s Outstanding Service Award
The award recipients have promoted the mission of the College and its commitment to service, going above and beyond in their contributions.
Fort Sam Houston: Outstanding Master of Social Work Student
This is a student that is ranked in the top 20 percent of the class who embodies the values and principles of the social work profession as demonstrated by their academic and non-academic performance.
“Working with Dr. Powell and SEE has given me opportunities to be a leader on campus, to promote the growth of the program. I’m so glad I had this experience!”
Get Involved: Student Organizations & Honor Societies
Student organizations and honor societies offer meaningful ways to get involved, whether you’re learning online, in a hybrid format, or on campus. These communities connect you with peers, support your professional growth, and provide opportunities to build leadership and career skills.
From undergraduate to doctoral programs, students can engage in organizations that reflect a wide range of interests and goals—including discipline-specific honor societies for both social work and criminal justice students.
Stay connected and make the most of your student experience by getting involved in campus life. Explore opportunities to join organizations, attend events, and build meaningful connections with your peers. Whether you’re looking to expand your interests or find your community, we’re here to help you stay engaged every step of the way.