Employee Affinity Groups

An Affinity Group is a group of faculty and staff linked by a common purpose, ideology, or interest.  Affinity Groups play a vital role in insuring an inclusive environment where all are valued, included, and empowered to succeed.  They can provide a collective voice for faculty and staff with common interests.

Objectives

Build and Create a Sense of Community

• Develop a community and support network that nurtures faculty and staff as a visible and vibrant part of the UK environment and leadership
• Provide professional and personal support to faculty and staff
• Give voice to the concerns of faculty and staff on campus
• Help to maintain a positive work environment for faculty and staff

Advocate for, and Support the Recruitment, Retention
and Advancement of Faculty and Staff

• Support the growth and professional development of faculty and staff
• Work with UK administration on issues relating to faculty and staff recruitment, retention and advancement
• Assist UK in the area of recruiting, engaging and retaining employees
• Promote and celebrate UK faculty and staff contributions and achievements
• Provide mentoring to faculty and staff

Advocate for, and Support the Recruitment, Retention and Graduation of Students

• Support the UK’s initiative for the recruitment and retention of students
• Promote and celebrate UK student contributions and achievements
• Support and mentor cultural organizations

Network and Collaborate

• Network and collaborate with other Faculty and staff affinity groups in Kentucky
• Support campus community engagement by developing and strengthening collaborative relationships with the community
• Provide opportunities for social and professional networking between faculty, staff, students, and establishments in Kentucky.