College of Fine Arts News

UK study: ‘Person-centered care’ improves lives of dementia residents, caregivers

For many Kentuckians with dementia, medical interventions may seem like the only choice, but a new University of Kentucky study shows that prioritizing joy and engagement through enrichment activities is vital for the health of both residents and the caregivers who support them.

Warhol Foundation supports UK Art Museum research on pioneering photographers

The University of Kentucky Art Museum received a $38,000 Curatorial Research Fellowship Grant from the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts to fund research on two photographers working in Lexington in the mid-twentieth century.

The sound of science: UK researchers translate biology into music

For centuries composers have attempted to mimic the natural world in music.

Stage Combat with Chelsea Russell and Emily Norris

In our first episode of 2026, we take a trip back to summer of 2025 with two College of Fine Arts alums, Emily Norris and Chelsea Russell, to discuss their work as professional fight directors, performers, and teaching artists.

Art and digital media design faculty selected as '26 Derby Festival poster artist

University of Kentucky School of Art and Visual Studies lecturer Shae Goodlett has been named the artist for the official 2026 Kentucky Derby Festival poster. Goodlett’s design will be featured on the festival’s 2026 official merchandise line, including clothing, accessories, glassware and mugs.

SA/VS honors student excellence at Carey Ellis Juried Show

At the end of each fall semester, University of Kentucky School of Art and Visual Studies (SA/VS) celebrates its young artists, educators and scholars as part of the Carey Ellis Juried Student Show and awards ceremony. That ceremony was part of the school’s annual visual art celebration, Open Studio, Dec.

Curatorial Studies Graduate Student Highlights Ceramics Student Work

SA/VS Curatorial Studies graduate student Bryce Chatwin has curated a new exhibition showcasing ceramic works created by students enrolled in A-S 370 Ceramic I.

UK Art and Visual Studies Students Help Celebrate Lexington’s 250th with Community-Inspired Mural

UK receives $150 million gift from The Bill Gatton Foundation to create arts district

Story originally published Dec. 2, 2025, on UKNow.uky.edu

Department of Theatre and Dance welcomes the Kentucky Theatre Association

More than 300 Kentucky high school students from 11 schools will be on the University of Kentucky campus November 21 and 22 for the Kentucky Theatre Association State Conference (KTA). 

Digital Media and Design Senior Wins National Design Awards at MediaFest25

School of Art and Visual Studies senior Ashleigh Jones, a Digital Media Design major from Spencer County, Kentucky, recently earned multiple national awards for her outstanding design work at MediaFest25 in Washington, D.C.

UK Arts Administration hosts 8th annual Fish Tank: Emerging Entrepreneurs in the Arts

Story originally appeared in UKNow, Nov. 11, 2025.

Arts Administration student wins award through UK’s SWAP series

The University of Kentucky Appalachian Center and Appalachian Studies program is once again highlighting the research and creative scholarship of students and faculty through the annual Sharing Work on Appalachia in Progress (SWAP) series.

Discover pathways to a creative future at UK Arts and Culture Career Fair

The University of Kentucky Department of Arts Administration will host its annual Arts and Culture Career Fair 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 10, in the Gatton Student Center, Grand Ballroom A.

Student artists bring their talents to Greyline Station with an immersive mural

A 100-foot collaborative mural is transforming the interior of Greyline Station, thanks to students in the School of Art and Visual Studies' Public Art class.

UK Theatre and Dance to Launch New Performance Touring Company for Fayette County Elementary Students

The UK Department of Theatre and Dance is bringing the magic of storytelling to local classrooms with the launch of its new Performance Touring Company, directed by Nancy Jones, professor of theatre and director of the musical theatre certificate program.

Dr. Yuha Jung Expands Role as Educator and Advocate

When Dr. Yuha Jung isn’t teaching in the Department of Arts Administration at the University of Kentucky, she’s helping artists and cultural organizations protect their work in new ways.

Jason Dovel appointed president of the International Trumpet Guild

The University of Kentucky College of Fine Arts is pleased to announce that Dr. Jason Dovel, Professor of Trumpet in the UK School of Music, has been elected President of the International Trumpet Guild (ITG), the world’s largest organization dedicated to the trumpet.

Wildcat Marching Band debuts new uniforms

The Wildcat Marching Band debuted new uniforms at the September 6 home game at Kroger Field. The first uniform redesign since 2015 was brought to life by DeMoulin Bros.

Faculty help organize Equinox Jazz Festival New festival celebrates history, community, and collaboration as part of 250Lex