SUPPORT SERVICES AND FACILITIES:  UNIVERSITY

BUSINESS SERVICES

Communications and Network Systems
Parking Structure #2
257-8772

UK Communications and Network Systems encompasses a wide variety of services to take care of virtually all communication needs—local or worldwide, from the most basic telephone service to the most sophisticated electronic mail systems. Here are just a few of the many communications services provided.

Communications Marketing and Consulting Services

Communications Marketing and Consulting Services advises departments on how they might save money on their telephone expenses and can design solutions to communications problems.

This is also the area to call if you need information about Communications but don’t know who or where to call. Some of the services include:

Cellular telephones
Pagers
Audio Teleconferencing
Telephone training
Voice mail (VMX)
Answering services
Key Systems

Call 257-3749 for more information.

Call 334 for telephone repair.

For further information, visit the web site at
http://www.cns.uky.edu/


 

UKnet














E-mail















Business Services







Telecommuni-cations

The campus-wide data communications network provides access to the various University of Kentucky computing resources from most campus departments. UKnet allows departments to take advantage of

Ethernet connections
Internet access
National research networks
Electronic mail
Local Area Network (LAN) support
Client/Server support
Wide Area Network (WAN) Support

Call 257-5920 for more information.
All university faculty are entitled to an e-mail account on the central mail server.  We are currently using a POP3 engine, with Eudora as the software client.  To open an e-mail account, complete the Information Systems Computing Accounts Request Form – available in PDF format – by visiting http://www.uky.edu/helpdesk/authoriz.pdf/, and then fax the form to User Account Services at
257-9374.  If you have questions about your e-mail account, please call the Information Systems Help Desk at 257-2249, or visit the IS Help Desk web site at http://www.uky.edu/ComputingCenter/HelpDesk/ or at http://www.uky.edu/helpdesk/.

Business Services assists departments with detailed information on their telephone bills. For questions about

Administrative telephone billing, call 323-8000
Work order billing, call 323-8000 ext. 243
Work order status, call 323-5666

Telecommunications provides video distribution and media production facilities and services such as satellite reception and transmission, on-campus video distribution, cable television, and video and AV equipment maintenance and repair as well as design and consulting services.

Call 257-5831 for more information.

Information Systems Support Services
128 McVey Hall
257-2900


Help Desk









































Desktop Training Services

The Information Systems Help Desk is the source for technical support for computing and communications at the University of Kentucky.  The Help Desk office is located in 110 McVey Hall and is open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.  This office provides services to all faculty, staff, and students, in the form of access (User IDs) to computing facilities, assistance using desktop and mainframe applications, assistance finding technical support from other areas within the University, and assistance with remote access concerns.  The Help Desk provides these services in the following forms:

•A web page that houses many "How to…" documents, current information on new computing systems, and links to other key technology web sites throughout the University and beyond.  This is located at http://www.uky.edu/helpdesk/.
•A walk-in facility that is capable of handling most computing concerns located at 110 McVey Hall.
•A call center (257-2249) that handles many computing issues and creates trouble tickets that are distributed to the Help Desk staff to provide you quality assistance in a managed workflow.
•An e-mail address (
helpdesk@pop.uky.edu) to which you can send questions and receive answers without having to travel to or call the help desk.

If you need computing assistance with standard applications or computing systems, this is your one-stop location to obtain help.


Desktop Training Services provides hands-on instructor-led desktop application training in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Eudora, etc. to UK faculty and staff in a state-of-the-art technology facility located at 72 McVey Hall. 

Desktop Training Services also coordinates the NETg web-based training system, making over 400 computer courses available for UK faculty, staff, and students. 

It is also the Authorized Testing Center (ATC) for Microsoft MOUS Certification in MS Office applications at the University. 

For more information call 257-2900 ext. 225, or send e-mail to: learning@pop.uky.edu.  You can also check out the web site at http://www.uky.edu/IS/Training/.

In addition, Desktop Training Services coordinates with Human Resource Development (HRD) to provide, in Rooms 203 and 204 of McVey Hall, courses in the University's major administrative systems, Human Resource System (HRS), Financial Resource System (FRS), Student Information System (SIS), and Faculty Effort System (FES).  For more information, e-mail us at train@pop.uky.edu or check out the web site at http://www.uky.edu/HR/HRD/hrd.htm/.

Motor Pool
N3 Agricultural Science Center North
257-7570

Provides a pool of vehicles, which may be used by University units for off-campus travel connected with University functions. See Business Procedures Manual, Sections B-4, B-9-10, B-11-8, and D-4 (http://www.uky.edu/FiscalAffairs/Purchasing/index.htm/) for policies and regulations which apply.  For motor pool forms, go to http://www.uky.edu/Agriculture/MgmtOps/TERRY3.HTML.

Photography
Medical Photographic Services
405 Health Sciences Learning Center
323-5898

Offers quick Ektachrome process development, custom processing and proofing; location and studio shooting; and slide duplication for the work of University units, faculty, and staff.  For more information, visit the web site at http://www.mc.uky.edu/map/srvs_photo.htm.

Physical Plant Division Fiscal Affairs
Peterson Service Building


Provides support services for Central Campus Buildings including maintenance, repairs, and operation of facilities, custodial services, grounds services, Peterson Service Building central utilities, minor renovations, and related services.

Work Requests:  257-3844 or 257-2830 (24 hours a day)

Information:  257-3875

Subdivisions of PPD include:

Administration/Engineering
Air Conditioning/Refrigeration/Sheet Metal
Building Operations
Cabinet/Upholstery Shop
Carpentry/Masonry Shop
Central Heating & Cooling Plants
Custodial Services
Electric Shop
Electronics Shop
Garage
Grounds
Key Shop
Paint/Sign/Upholstery/Roofing Shop
Plumbing/Welding
Recycling
Trucking/Pest Control/Waste Management

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.ppd.uky.edu/.

Medical Center PPD Kelly Building

Provides support services for Medical Center Building; including maintenance, repairs, operations, custodial services, minor renovations, and related services.

Work Requests:  323-6281 (24 hours a day). 

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.mc.uky.edu/mcppd/.

Postal Services Department

Main Campus Post Office
CB21A White Hall Classroom Building
257-6357

Medical Center Post Office
M57 A.B. Chandler Medical Center
257-6360

Postal Services provides full service in mailing domestic, 1st, and 3rd class, UPS, priority, international, and special services mail, including registered and certified. 

The Medical Center and White Hall Classroom Building substations handle all postal needs for the University community including window service at both locations. 

Services include assistance to departments with folding, inserting, labeling, metering, and processing of large mailings.  Bulk Mail Services at the White Hall Classroom Building offers professional assistance with postal service regulations for bulk mail and permit 51. 

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/IS/IS/scspp/post/.

Purchasing Division
322 Peterson Service Building
257-9100

This division secures necessary supplies, equipment, and services where and when needed, at a reasonable price. The services provided include execution of buying functions, source of specifications, source of comparative costs, and maintenance of purchasing records. See also University of Kentucky Business Procedures Manual for general instructions and additional information.  For more information, visit the web sit at http://www.uky.edu/FiscalAffairs/Purchasing/.

Stores Operations
Department of Stores
100 Reynolds #3
257- 6116

This is a self-supporting department that supplies all University system units with commonly used supplies and materials ranging from general office supplies to computer hardware and software. Most deliveries of these materials are made within two (2) working days of receipt of order. Prices are usually below commercial market prices.

See the University of Kentucky Business Procedures Manual for general instructions and additional information. 

Visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/FiscalAffairs/Stores/.


Stores-Computer Store
Service Building
257-4232



The UK Computer Store is the operating unit of the Stores Department which maintains an inventory of computer hardware and software for resale to University departments and personal sales to individual faculty, staff, and students.

Competitive prices are available on Apple, IBM, and Hewlett-Packard hardware.  Software, including programs from Microsoft, is available at a discounted rate. 

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/FiscalAffairs/Stores/ComputerStore/.


Textbook Ordering
Textbook Information Center
Auxiliary Services
218 Peterson Service Building
257-4118

Coordinates all textbook orders and distributes forms for ordering. Current deadlines are April 1 for summer and fall semesters and November 1 for spring semester.  Notices of deadlines are sent routinely by the Center.

For a copy of the required form, see http://www.uky.edu/FiscalAffairs/Shared/Forms/txtbkinfo.pdf.

University Bookstore
Lexington Campus
Student Center Annex Ground Floor
257-6304

Medical Center Bookstore
905 Rose Street

Offers a complete line of textbook and classroom materials, as well as trade books, greeting cards and sundries, and items with University and Wildcat logos.

Full-time faculty and staff are entitled to a 10 percent discount on all items upon presentation of a valid University Identification Card. 

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.ukmedstore.com/.

PUBLISHING SERVICES

Copier Services
Publishing Services Building
257-5699


Copier Services offers a centralized copier program that provides for the placement of copiers in University of Kentucky departments.  Departments participating in the copier program enjoy a number of conveniences and benefits including a full line of copy systems with a wide range of features and copy speeds.  This program provides an on-site attendant at the University who manages user training and reads copier meters monthly so departments don't have to conduct routine meter readings.  There are no capital budget requirements or purchase orders needed.  An automatic monthly billing can be arranged directly to your FRS account with a hard copy sent to your department.

For participation in the copier program, contact UK's Copier Services at 257-5699. A representative will discuss your department's copier needs and provide details about the program and/or upgrade plans.  No requisitions or capital purchases are required to participate in the copier program.

Self-Service Copiers serve the University at various locations on campus.  Copiers operate with the campus pay-for-print or Student ID card. Coin-operated copiers are available with the pay-for-print option.

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/IS/IS/scspp/copier/.

Duplicating Services

Central Duplicating
CB39 White Hall Classroom Building
257-1813

Kinkead Copy Center
8 Kinkead Hall
257-6354

Medical Center
Copy Center
MN-57 Medical Center
257-3392



Duplicating Services offers three convenient copy center locations to serve the University community. 

Each center features quick turnaround copy services by using high-volume xerographic copiers. 

Our main location at the White Hall Classroom Building offers a full range of services, including customer support with jobs requiring digital files/network support, spot and full-color reproductions, cutting, comb binding, stapling, folding, punching, padding, and laminating.

Satellite locations at Kinkead Hall and the Medical Center offer copier services, collating, stapling, and three-hole punching.

For more information, see the web site at http://www.uky.edu/IS/IS/scspp/dup/.

Graphic Design Services
Publishing Services Building
257-3492



Graphic Design Services offers desktop publishing, creation of camera-ready graphics and text files, postscript file output, xerographic digital support for the networked Docutech systems, pre-flighting of digital files for offset and xerographic output, scanning, and typesetting. 

Publishing Services also has access to more than 10 commercial design vendors on contract through Purchasing Division to assist with pre-production needs.

For more information, see the web site at http://www.uky.edu/IS/IS/scspp/prn/ppress/.


Printing Services
Publishing Services Building
257-3492



Printing Services provides the University with full-service offset printing and a high-volume networked xerographic printing system to produce a wide variety of printed pieces including

University letterhead
envelopes
business cards
forms
invitations
brochures
catalogues
books

In compliance with Chapter 57 of the Kentucky Revised Statutes, all publishing services for the University must be provided by Publishing Services or by a contract established by the Purchasing Division.

For more information, see the web site at
http://www.uky.edu/IS/IS/prnsvc/svcsprn.htm.

Publications and External Relations
2-32 W. T. Young Library
257-9316

Publications and External Relations functions to develop successful, reciprocally beneficial relationships between University of Kentucky Information Systems and its clients.  The primary responsibility is the effective communication of information technology services, resources, and expertise to the University community.  This is accomplished through development of robust information dissemination channels including print and electronic publications and support of the University's Public Relations news media initiatives.

Microform Services

Main Location:
2nd Floor, Core 3, W.T. Young Library
257-0500 ext. 2170

Other Locations:

M.I. King Library
112 King Library
257-8611

Education Library
205 Dickey Hall
323-1976

Engineering Library
351 Anderson Hall
257-2965

Geology Library
100A Bowman Hall
257-5730

Law Library
150 Law Building
257-8686

Lucille Little Fine Arts Library

A large portion of the University of Kentucky library system's five million-piece collections of microforms (fiche, film, and cards) is housed, with reading and printing equipment, on the second floor of the William T. Young Library.  Library patrons may request collections and guides at the Periodicals Desk.  Self-service microform equipment is available for patron use.  Instructions and assistance on operating the microform and printing equipment using DART/Plus Account are available.

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/IS/IS/scspp/micro/.


HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES

Human Resources Policy and Procedures


The Human Resources Policy and Procedure Manual contains the relevant policies affecting non-faculty staff, as well as procedures for and official interpretation of those policies.  The policies and procedures in this publication are applicable to faculty to the extent they deal with subjects not covered in the GR's and other AR's.  See:  http://www.uky.edu/FiscalAffairs/HR/policies/pptable.pdf.

Employment Services
21 Scovell Hall
257-9555 ext. 135

Coordinates the recruitment, promotion, and hiring of all regular staff employees.  For employment listings, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/FiscalAffairs/HR/employ/jp.htm.

Compensation Administration
21 Scovell Hall
257-9555 ext. 273

The Compensation Office determines job classifications for staff positions, conducts salary surveys, and assists with all compensation matters.  For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/FiscalAffairs/HR/comp/wagesal.htm.

Human Resource Development
123 Scovell Hall
257-9555 ext. 188

Responsible for staff training and development programs, such as upgrading supervisory skills, within the respective sectors.  For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/FiscalAffairs/HR/HRD/hrd.htm.

Employee Relations
213 Scovell Hall
257-9555 ext. 128

Provides consultative services to employees and supervisors; these services can be rendered individually for an employee or supervisor or both.  In special circumstances, the services can also be offered to groups requiring assistance to resolve human relations problems. Information regarding disciplinary actions, including termination approval, is also available. Review of and assistance with grievance issues can also be obtained through Employee Relations.  For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/FiscalAffairs/HR/emprel/emprels.htm.

Unemployment Insurance Office
109 Scovell Hall
257-9555 ext. 179

Integrates the University unemployment insurance system with that of the state of Kentucky.

Employee Benefits
115 Scovell Hall
257-9519 ext. 167

Administers the University employment benefits program for the University, including the provision of information to employees who wish to take college credit courses for free tuition.  For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/FiscalAffairs/HR/benefits/.

Elder Care
323-4600

Provides information and assistance in meeting the needs of elderly family members of University personnel and makes referrals to other available community services.

REFER
Employee
Assistance
Program
257-1467

Assists in resolving personal problems which may affect an employee’s well-being and/or job performance.

Wellness
100 Seaton Center
257-9355

Offers programs, workshops, and classes for individuals and groups on all aspects of fitness and health, such as exercise, stress reduction, and nutrition/diet. 

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/FiscalAffairs/HR/wellness/.

PARKING AND TRANSPORTATION

Parking and Transportation



Lexington Campus
305 Euclid Avenue
Room 101 00231
257-5757


Medical Center:
H105A Chandler Medical Center
323-6156



These two departments process applications and issue permits for parking on the Lexington Campus (including Lexington Community College) and at the Medical Center. Permits are issued on an annual basis and may be paid for in cash or by payroll deduction.

The Euclid Avenue office handles all matters pertaining to motor vehicles and traffic regulations on campus.

The Medical Center Division of Safety, Security, and Parking is available to assist persons at A. B. Chandler Medical Center 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Security personnel are located in the Security Office, Room H105A of University Hospital from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. and in the front lobby of the University Hospital from 11:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.  Security Personnel may be contacted by phone 24 hours a day by dialing 323-6156.

Safety, Security, and Parking is also in charge of the following parking structures: PS #3, (Kentucky Clinic), PS #4 (Hospital), Clinical Lot (Reserved Parking), and Annex 2 (Patient Parking). Employees may opt to utilize the Shuttle Service to the Commonwealth Stadium Yellow Lot. All new employees planning to park in one of these facilities, with the exception of the reserved areas, are to complete a parking application and turn it in to the Parking and Transportation Department at 305 Euclid Avenue.  For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/Parking/.


RISK MANAGEMENT

Risk Management
Lexington Campus
333 Peterson Service Building
257-3708

Medical Center
H108 Chandler Medical Center
257-6212

Administers the risk management program for the University. 

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/FiscalAffairs/Controller/riskhome/.

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AND SAFETY

Environmental Protection
252 East Maxwell Street
257-3285

This department focuses on environmental compliance and activities that could affect the quality of air, soil, drinking water, or groundwater.  This unit handles asbestos testing and abatement, underground storage tanks (USTs), lead, radon, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), air and water quality, environmental site assessment, and contaminated site remediation. 

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/FiscalAffairs/Environmental/ep/.

Hazardous Materials Management
Environmental Management Quality Center
450 Cooper Drive
323-6280

This department has primary responsibility for management of the University’s hazardous waste, including waste pickups and central waste storage.  This unit handles hazardous materials spills and releases, biohazard wastes, and chemical recycling.  The unit also coordinates the University's bio-safety program dealing with the use of infectious agents and recombinant DNA. 

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/FiscalAffairs/Environmental/hmm/.

Occupational Health and Safety
252 East Maxwell Street
257-3827

This department is responsible for all OSHA-related programs, such as respiratory protection, hearing conservation, blood borne pathogens, hazard communication, laboratory safety, and many others.  The department also conducts fume hood inspections, indoor air quality investigations, and accident investigations, and it assists units with general safety procedures, such as ladder safety, chemical storage safety, electrical safety, and construction safety. 

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/FiscalAffairs/Environmental/ohs/.

Radiation Safety
102 Animal Pathology
323-6777

This department is responsible for all aspects of radioactive materials use at UK.  The radiation protection program includes radioactive materials user authorization, film badges and bioassays, survey meter calibration, radiation safety training, radioactive waste handling, and purchasing of radioactive materials.  The unit is also responsible for
x-ray and laser safety programs.

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/FiscalAffairs/Enivronmental/radiation/.

University Fire Marshal
252 East Maxwell Street
257-6326


This department handles fire prevention and training, fire suppression systems, fire extinguisher inspection and maintenance, life safety audits, emergency evacuation planning, and building code compliance.  The University Fire Marshal has the delegated authority for plan review and approval of in-house construction and renovation projects (i.e., non-capital projects costing less than $100,000). 

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/FiscalAffairs/Environmental/fire/.

POLICE

Police Department

305 Euclid Avenue
257-1616

Emergency
911

RAD
257-5189

The University of Kentucky Police Department functions under the authority of the University’s Board of Trustees. The Department is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Each commissioned police officer is certified by the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council and has full arrest powers.

The University of Kentucky Police offer many crime prevention programs to the University community. The most popular program is Rape Aggression Defense (RAD).  RAD is a self-defense program dedicated to teaching women defensive concepts and techniques against various types of assault, by utilizing easy, effective, and proven self-defense tactics. RAD is NOT a martial arts program.  Our system of realistic defense will provide a woman with the knowledge to make an educated decision about resistance.

For additional information, call 257-5189 or visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/Police/.

STUDENT CENTER PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

Rasdall Art Gallery
Second Floor

The Gallery exhibits work by students and faculty and shows local and traveling exhibits.  It is operated by a student committee.

Bookstore
106 Student Center Annex
257-6309

The Bookstore offers a complete line of textbooks and classroom materials, University paraphernalia, greeting cards, and sundries. Discounts are available to full-time faculty and staff upon presentation of a valid University Identification Card. 

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.ukbookstore.com/.

Public Relations
Office of Public Relations
102 A Mathews Building
CAMPUS 0047
257-3303

Whether you are planning a special event, have a troublesome public issue that demands attention, or are simply unsure about how best to get the word out about your program or organization, the University of Kentucky Office of Public Relations is ready to help. Note that each of the sectors has a public relations officer that coordinates his/her work with the Office of Public Relations. 

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/PR/.

Dining Area


A semi-private dining area for faculty, staff, and students is maintained across from the Coffee Shop of the Student Center (Room 214).

Food Services:
Coffee Shop
Wildcat Grill
Food Court
Sweet Shop

A variety of foods and food services are available on the second floor of the Student Center. 

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/AuxServ/p000015.htm.

Game Rooms
First Floor, Student Center

Facilities for billiards, foosball, table games, and video games.

Information
Student Center
Student Center

There are two information desks:  one on the second floor (near the grill) and one on the first floor adjacent the bookstore.


Lockers
Director’s Office
209 Student Center
257-5781

More than 300 small and large lockers are available for use by students, staff, and faculty.  These are located throughout the Student Center and are available for rental by the semester at a reasonable fee. These require a refundable key deposit.


Martin Luther King, Jr. Cultural Center
124 Student Center
257-4130

Designed to highlight the culture and heritage of the University’s African-American community, this center features lectures, workshops and seminars, exhibitions of art and material culture, and productions in theater, music, and dance. The Center also houses a small library of books, periodicals, and audio and videotapes.

Meeting Rooms
209 Student Center
257-5781

Reservations for meeting rooms in the Student Center for student and campus Director’s Office groups can be requested through this office. 

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/StudentCenter/scres.html.

Outing Center
101 Student Center
257-6625

Offers a complete line of camping and backpacking equipment on a rental basis to University students, faculty, and staff.


Technical Services
257-5781


Offers a variety of sound, lighting, and audiovisual equipment to the University community for fees lower than most other professional rental services. 

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/StudentCenter/scoff.html.

Television Lounges
Student Center

There are three general television lounges in the Student Center.


Worsham Theater
Student Center Annex, First Floor

A 500-seat theater with 35 mm projection capacity. Films are scheduled by the Student Activities Board Film Program and shown throughout the year.

Ticket information:  257-1287 or 257-8867.

Student Center Theater
Student Center, Second Floor

A 200-seat theater with video projection and teleconference capabilities.  Theatrical lights and professional sound reinforcement are available for small productions or recitals.


Visitor Center and Campus Tours
Student Center Annex
Ground Floor
257-3595



The Center provides information to visitors on admission, academic programs, and student and cultural activities. The center offers campus tours, videotaped overviews of the University, and computerized information on more than 200 University and community activities and programs. It also assists in scheduling visits by prospective students and their families. A 30-minute bus tour of the campus is available Monday through Saturday. 

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/Admissions/visitor.html.

STUDENT SERVICES

Student Financial Aid and Employment
Office of Student Financial Aid
128 Funkhouser Building
257-3173

Coordinates financial assistance to students with limited resources. This assistance may include scholarships based on need, grants, loans, and employment through the College Work-Study Program (CWSP).

For more information, visit the web site at
http://www.uky.edu/FinancialAid/.


Student Temporary
Employment and Placement Services
(STEPS)
252 East Maxwell
257-3841

Assists students in finding jobs both within the University and the Lexington communities throughout the calendar year. Assists departments in the University with filling temporary employment needs. 

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/HR/stusteps/student.htm.


University Health Service
Kentucky Clinic Building
323-5823

Medical and dental health care services are provided to all full-time students who pay a health fee. Part-time students may pre-pay the fee or may use the services on a fee-for-service basis. Extended coverage is provided to both full-time and part-time students by enrollment in the University of Kentucky Student Group Insurance Plan. 

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.mc.uky.edu/ukhealth/.

International Student and Scholar Services
(Part of the Office of International Affairs)
Bradley Hall
257-2577


The office provides services and programs to ease adjustment and enhance the learning experience of international students and scholars. Services include orientation, counseling, immigration advisement, scholarships, English language instruction, and assistance to international faculty and researchers. It also sponsors the International Hospitality Program, cross-cultural workshops for staff and students, and various cultural events.  The department also coordinates its activities with those of the International Living and Learning Center in Jewell Hall. 

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/IntlAffairs/.

CONFERENCE AND MEETING PLACES

Carnahan Conference Center
Newtown Pike
254-1060

Carnahan House is a conference center with meeting rooms and other facilities.  Catering is available. 

For information, contact Bobby Looper at 254-1060 or visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/UExt/carnahan.html/.

Hilary J. Boone Faculty Center
106 Rose Street
257-4136

This Center is a private club available to faculty, staff, alumni, and friends of the University.  Meeting rooms and catering services are available.  It also houses by a dining room and pub. 

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/Alumni/benefit/boone.htm.

Spindletop Hall
3414 Ironworks Pike
259-9847

A faculty, staff, and alumni club located in a mansion. 

For information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/OtherOrgs/Spindletop/.


DINING FACILITIES

Plus Accounts

University of Kentucky Food Services
257 Student Center
257-6156

Faculty, staff, and students may open a Plus Account and receive a Plus Card to use for University of Kentucky Food Services purchases.  Plus cards can be opened with any whole dollar deposit. The Plus Account was designed to supplement the Diner Account (which is required of all residence hall students).  Faculty and staff may wish to use a Plus Account when shopping at any of the University of Kentucky Food Service locations or south campus vending. 

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/AuxServ/p0000198.htm.

To open an account, go to Student Billing Services located in room 257 Student Center, or to the third floor of the Commons in the Kirwan-Blanding Complex.  You may also set up an account or add funds to your account by sending a check to

Student Billings Services
257 Student Center
University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky 40506-0030


University of Kentucky Food Services

Lexington Campus

University of Kentucky Food Services locations are as follows.  Faculty, staff, students, and visitors are welcomed at all locations.


Commons Food Services, located in the Kirwan-Blanding Complex, is composed of multi-food shops including gourmet, deli, Long John Silver’s seafood, burgers, international, traditional, and Commons C-store.

Blazer’s Courtyard, located in Blazer Hall, 131 Martin Luther King Boulevard, features traditional, vegetarian, and/or lite dishes plus Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC), and a deli.

The Food Court, located on the second level of the Student Center Building, is a great meeting place for social interaction. Here, you can enjoy Long John Silver’s seafood, burgers, pizza, sandwiches, salads, chicken, ice cream, coffees, pastries, frozen yogurt, and more.

Student Center Catering—Faculty and staff may order personal supplies or have a coffee break or luncheon scheduled by dialing 257-1741. The Catering Office is located room 239 Student Center Building.

 

K-Lair Grill, located between Donovan and Haggin Halls, serves an assortment of foods including burgers, fries, pizza, traditional breakfast, and many dinner specials.  Pricing is a la carte.

LCC Atrium Cafe, located on the lower level of the Oswald Building at Lexington Community College, offers pre-packaged sandwiches made daily, taco salad bar, soups, salads, and microwavables.

Intermezzo is located on the mezzanine of the Patterson Office Tower and features cappuccinos, espresso, gourmet coffees, chocolate suicide cake, pastries, and bakery goods.  Intermezzo looks out onto the Botanical Garden. To complete the setting, new age, folk, and classical music can be heard daily with occasional live music. Plus Account and cash sales only.

Ovid's, an upscale coffee shop with sandwiches and main dishes, is located in the W. T. Young Library.  Diner Account, the Plus Account and cash are accepted.

Stadium View Grocery is a full convenience store located in the Greg Page Apartment Complex at the bus stop. You’ll find everything you need for breakfast, dinner, or a treat. 

The Pizza Company is located in Donovan Hall and has pizzas, sub sandwiches, and much more for fast carryout or delivery. Diner Account and Plus cards, cash, and check are accepted. All items are priced a la carte. Deliveries are available for Diner cards and Plus card purchases only.

For more questions regarding the Diner Account or the Plus Account, please call 257-6156.

For more information regarding the above dining facilities, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/AuxServ/foodunit.htm.

Medical Center









All locations accept cash, physician’s charge cards, and guest tickets.  Checks are accepted on weekends and holidays only.


Big Blue Deli
Third Floor
Health Sciences Learning Center
Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Coffee Shop
University Hospital Lobby
Monday – Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 a.m.

Cafeteria

Hours:
Monday – Friday
6:30 AM -10:00 AM
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Saturday - Sunday
6:30 AM - 10:30 AM
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
5:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Hours vary on holidays

OTHER SERVICES AND FACILITIES

Bank Teller Machines


Located at the Student Center Bookstore, Student Center Patio, Commons, and the Medical Center.



Campus Bus Service
Parking and Transportation
257-7433

Free bus service is provided to students, faculty, and staff around main campus and to outlying locations.

Call for information on routes and schedules or visit the web site at
http://www.uky.edu/Parking/.



Catering

Food Service Division
132 Student Center
257-1741



University Hospital
257-3004

Catering services for Lexington Campus and the Medical Center activities and functions are available through the University. Exceptions for hiring caterers outside of Food Service Division Catering must be approved by the director of the Food Service Division. 

Sample menus and price lists may be requested. 

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/AuxServ/catering.htm.

Provides catering for Medical Center.

Check Cashing

University of Kentucky Credit Union
Student Center and Export Street

Medical Center Central Cashier
Medical Center Lobby



Personal checks cashed for members.





Personal checks cashed for a maximum of $25.00 ($0.25 charge).

Counseling and Testing

University Counseling and Testing Center
301 Frazee Hall
257-8701



The primary function of the Center is to help UK students with personal concerns, career decision-making, and academic success skills.  Trained psychologists and counselors provide individual and group counseling to assist students with adjustment to college life, relationship difficulties, career/major choice, feelings of depression or anxiety, low self-esteem, life transitions, alcohol/ substance use, problems in the family, and/or ineffective study skills. Interviews are confidential.  Individual testing and inventories of personality, career interests, and learning styles may be used to aid in self-understanding and to improve academic efficiency.  Testing is available only upon referral by a Center staff counselor.

The Center’s services are available without charge to fee-paying students enrolled for at least six semester hours at the University or Lexington Community College.  Students enrolled in graduate and professional programs are also eligible.  Faculty and staff enrolled in credit classes are eligible for academic counseling only. 

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/StudentAffairs/Counseling/.

Day Care

Kinder-Care, Inc.
575 Woodland Avenue
255-3444

Discounted rates for childcare are available for University employees and students.  This nationally franchised childcare provider’s location is convenient for staff at both the Lexington Campus and the Medical Center.


Discounts

University Bookstore, 106 Student Center Annex, 257-6309
Available for full-time faculty and staff, with valid University Identification Card.

Kennedy Bookstore, 405 South Limestone
Available for full-time teaching faculty, with valid University Identification Card, at the service desk.

Medical Center Pharmacy, Kentucky Clinic
Faculty and staff covered by a University of Kentucky Health Plan receive 40 percent discounts on prescription drugs; other employees receive no discount.

For more information, visit the web site at
http://www.uky.edu/HR/edp/.


Identification Cards

ID cards are issued to all faculty and staff members annually. They entitle holders to discounts, the use of check cashing facilities in the Student Center, use of off-campus recreational facilities and services, and equipment rental at the Outing Center.  Cardholders are eligible to use the Wellness Program facilities in the Alumni Gym, Memorial Coliseum, and Seaton Center.  The ID card also allows its owner to have University of Kentucky Library privileges.


Keys

Lexington Campus Key Shop
108 Peterson Service Building

Medical Center Key Shop
H57 University Hospital
(Next to Shipping and Receiving)


Strict control of University keys is maintained.  University personnel are responsible for the security of offices, desks, and other University equipment. 

Key request cards, available from your department’s business officer, must be completed with appropriate signatures.  The completed card is then taken to the appropriate Key Shop, where the key is issued, after payment of a graduated deposit (in most cases $1.00 per key).  The deposit is refunded when the key is returned. 

University policy does not allow keys to be passed on to other employees.

Lost and Found

Student Center Director's Office

209 Student Center
257-5781

Office of the Dean of Students
513 Patterson Office Tower
257-3754

University Police Department
305 Euclid Avenue
257-1616

Property turned in to the Police Department is kept for at least 90 days.

Most campus units also retain lost and found items.

Moving
University of Kentucky Purchasing Department
322 Peterson Service Building
257-9100 ext. 223



Information regarding the moving service contract or using a commercial moving service, should be referred to Purchasing at the phone number shown on the left.

Notary Public




Several Notaries operate throughout the University.  Usually the dean’s office in each college can supply information about the nearest Notary Public to assist faculty and staff.

Religious Affairs




The University does not sponsor religious activities, but it both welcomes and supports diverse religious traditions and organizations on campus.  The Student Activities Office (257-8867) keeps a list of religious organizations near campus and in the area.

UK News
Office of Public Relations
1B Mathews Building
257-1754

This is a bi-weekly employee newspaper which reaches faculty and staff in Lexington, as well as staff in county extension offices and University of Kentucky retirees. The editors are always open to your suggestions and submission of news items and announcements.  UK News also offers faculty and staff the opportunity to advertise for free rental or sales of their homes. 

For more information, visit the web site at http://www.uky.edu/PR/UK_News/.



University of Kentucky Federal Credit Union
Export Street
257-2678

and Student Center


Membership is open to any regular full-time or part-time employee of the University upon presentation of a valid identification card and deposit of at least $25.00 into a new share (savings) account.

Qualified members may take advantage of a wide range of cost-savings services, which include several savings options (regular savings, senior, club accounts, IRAs, certificates of deposit), no minimum balance checking, many competitive loan programs (home, car, education, computer, signature, etc.), and convenient, low interest rate credit cards.

Timesaving services such as payroll deduction, direct deposit, ATM services and special around-the-clock telephone access services are available.

Amusement park ticket discounts, automated bill paying service, car cost information, certified drafts, insurance programs, money orders, night depository, notary publics, overdraft protection, Sam’s Wholesale Club, telephone loan service, traveler’s checks, U.S. postage stamps, U.S. savings bonds, and wire transfer service are just a few of the services also available.

For more information, visit the web site at
http://www.uky.edu/UKFCU/.