University of Kentucky Economic Development Collaborative
Here you can find information about UK's economic development initiatives and programs, including how the university supports its students, innovators, entrepreneurs and industry partners. We invite you to fill out the Business Engagement Questionnaire to express interest in how your organization would like to engage with the university. For current EDC program information, see the following:
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BUSINESS ENGAGEMENT
The point of entry for the business community to gain access the University’s exceptional students, distinguished faculty, and broad research and service capabilities.
STUCKERT CAREER CENTER
A comprehensive career development programming, resources, and services for the student body and new graduates.
COLDSTREAM RESEARCH CAMPUS
A 735-acre campus transitioned into a hub of innovation and creativity. Home to over 50 organizations with more than 2,250 employees working in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and equine health.
UK INNOVATE
Through technology commercialization, industry partnerships, social innovation and economic development initiatives related to UK's research innovations, talent and community, UK Innovate works with companies to move ideas into the world faster, where they can make the greatest social and economic impact possible.
COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE
Catalyzing positive change to build engaged communities and vibrant economies for the Commonwealth.
VON ALLMEN CENTER OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Strengthening Kentucky’s economy through entrepreneurship and business outreach in the Commonwealth with a focus on entrepreneurial training for UK students, staff, faculty, and community members through a semester long Bootcamp.