October 24, 2005

October 24 , 2005
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The University of Kentucky faculty/staff newspaper

Todd unveils initiatives for diversity

President Lee T. Todd Jr. has announced several initiatives designed to help boost diversity on campus, including more scholarship money and a significant increase in staff for recruitment and admissions. (more)

A driving force for safety: Professor directs campaign to prevent tractor rollovers

Chike Anyaegbunam, University of Kentucky School of Journalism and Telecommunications assistant professor, has been named the national project director for the National Agricultural Tractor Safety campaign. (more)

Web conference to explore ideas for minority hiring

On Oct. 25, the Research Challenge Trust Fund (RCTF) Endowment Match Program Diversity Committee will sponsor a Web conference titled “Best Practices in Recruiting and Retaining Diverse Faculty” that will be held in the William T. Young Library Auditorium from 1 to 3 p.m. (more)