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At the University of Kentucky, we challenge our students, faculty, staff and alumni to think and reach for what is wildly possible. Our aspirational work calls us to reach higher, achieve more and do more for those we teach, serve and heal. The question, “what is possible?” guides the creative and compassionate work of our campus community.

Increasingly, though, we find that achieving what is possible is done in partnership with those who share our vision and values.

Proof of the power of partnership is evident in physical transformation of our campus: new residence halls, dining facilities, academic and student life spaces, and modern research laboratories were made possible through partnership.

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What is a P3?

P-3 stands for Public-Private Partnership. Because of these partnerships, we can do more and be more for the Commonwealth.

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Smart Campus Initiative

In 2019 the University of Kentucky began a three-year Smart Campus initiative to equip its students with technological knowledge.

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The Cornerstone

The ground floor of The Cornerstone consist of 23,000 square feet of mixed-use space to further enhance the north side of UK's campus. A flexible, technology-rich innovation space with a variety of programming.

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Coldstream Research Lab

In February 2021, the University of Kentucky, in partnership with the Woodbury corporation and government officials, began construction of a new facility for early stage, high-tech companies from across Kentucky.

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Housing

In 2012, the university embarked upon a historic multi-phased P3 partnership with Education Realty Trust (EdR/Greystar) to construct state of the art student housing facilities on campus.

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Dining

In 2014, the university began a transformative partnership with Aramark to revitalize the dining services on campus. Better food, more reasonably priced and healthier options.

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Transportation

Transportation Services provide on-campus and off-campus bus service for UK students, employees and visitors. Through numerous transportation partnerships, we are able to provide convenient opportunities to our community.

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JMI Sports

In 2015 the University of Kentucky entered a 15-year, $210 million agreement with JMI Sports, an innovator in sales, marketing, and project management services to universities and professional teams.

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Barnes & Noble

In 2018 the Univeristy of Kentucky opened its brand new bookstore in partnership with Barnes & Noble College. Located in the Gatton Student Center, the bookstore is a hub for academic and social activity on campus.