July 6 , 2004 1B Mathews Building, Lexington, Ky. 40506 The University of Kentucky faculty/staff newspaper

UK Board approves $1.479 billion 2004-05 budget

The new budget includes a 1 percent raise for faculty and staff and avoids passing on any health insurance cost increases to employees who are enrolled in the UK HMO. (more)

'Make the Difference' program offers rewards for useful ideas

A new University of Kentucky program is offering awards of up to $2,500 to employees whose ideas and innovations help the university save money, generate revenue, and/or make improvements in internal operations. (more)

ALLTEL, UK to deploy emerging technologies

Deployment of voice over Internet protocol (VoIP) technology adds greater mobility for faculty and students, offering services not currently available over traditional telephone networks. (more)