Work-life and well-being | Human Resources

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Personalized support for what matters most to you

Connect one-on-one at no cost to you with therapists, specialists and other experts who work at UK too. Appointments are available to you and your family members.

Appointments currently available in-person or online

Mental health therapist

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Health and wellness coach

Dietitian

Exercise specialist

Elder care specialist

Tobacco cessation specialist

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A connected, caring work community

Employee Affinity Groups (EAGs) are employee-led communities that provide opportunities to connect with colleagues, share experience and engage in personal and professional growth.

Each group brings together employees with common backgrounds or interests. All UK employees are welcome to participate in any group — whether to learn more, build relationships or contribute to conversations across the university.

For more information about the groups, please contact the HR EAG Liaison Azetta Beatty at Azetta.beatty@uky.edu.

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News

March 03, 2026

Preparing for daylight saving time

Preparing for daylight saving timeA few simple habits to help your body adjust

March 03, 2026

CAPTRUST holding virtual sessions March 24, April 21 and 22

CAPTRUST Financial Advisors, the independent financial advisory firm that works on the University of Kentucky retirement programs, will be conducting virtual sessions with employees from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. on March 24 and April 21 and 22. Schedule your March 24 appointment here. Schedule an appointment April21 or 22 here.

February 18, 2026

Managing emotions at work

Workplaces are inherently emotional environments. Deadlines, performance expectations, unclear communication and interpersonal dynamics all activate the nervous system. Emotions themselves are not the problem. Unmanaged reactions are. The goal is not to be less emotional, but to respond thoughtfully rather than react impulsively.

February 13, 2026