At the University of Kentucky, student success is at the center of everything we do. We are a community of belonging, committed to supporting the success of each and every student.

Resources exist across campus to assist students with needs related to all four components of student success: academic success, wellness, finances, and belonging. Explore this site to learn more about these resources, or use the search function to connect with on- and off-campus offices dedicated to further supporting student success. 

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Big Blue Pantry is open to any University of Kentucky student with a valid UK ID experiencing food insecurity or hunger. Students will fill out a short intake form, and their information will remain private. There are no qualifications for access to the pantry other than being a UK student. 

Contact Big Blue Pantry at: bigbluepantry@uky.edu

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University of Kentucky Counseling Center offers free counseling services, career assessments, and stress management workshops to all current UK students.

Contact the Counseling Center at: (859) 257-8701 or  Schedule Your First Appointment:  https://www.uky.edu/counselingcenter/schedule-your-first-appointment

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POWER is a Student Success unit that aims to provide accessible educational opportunities to promote healthy behaviors among students. We offer programs and resources to support you in managing stress, substance misuse, sexual health, sleep, mental health, etc. Our goal is to be a one-stop location for all your wellness needs.

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University Health Service recognizes the unique stress and pressures a college student faces. Whether you need continued care for an existing psychological condition, additional support or guidance with new or unexpected psychological concerns, or have an acute need for psychiatric care – our behavioral health team can help. Drug and alcohol abuse counseling and ADHD testing are also available. All discussions are confidential.

Contact Student Behavioral Health at: (859) 323-5511

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TRACS (Triage, Referral, Assistance and Crisis Support) is a physical and virtual one-stop shop where students can come for a quick referral to support services or receive direct clinical support for a range of mental health needs and crises.

Services are offered in-person and virtually, Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

How to get help:

• Show up in-person (third floor, east wing of the Gatton Student Center)
• Call 859-21-TRACS (859-218-7227)
• Complete this form for assistance

UHS is your source for employee and student health care. Our physicians are board-certified in family practice, internal medicine, gynecology/genitourinary care (GYN/GU), psychiatry, and occupational medicine. In addition to our physicians, our nurse practitioners have certification in family medicine, women's health, psychiatry and emergency medicine.

Contact Unversity Health Service for non-emergency issues at (859) 323-2778

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Wildcat Wardrobe is a career closet for students, aimed at alleviating the financial burden of purchasing professional clothing for job interviews and internships.

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