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Welcome to the University of Kentucky's Office of Business Engagement - the front door to collaborating with one of the top public research universities in the nation. We specialize in connecting businesses and organizations with our exceptional students, distinguished faculty, and broad research and service capabilities.

At the Office of Business Engagement, we offer personalized support to help you identify the right opportunities for collaboration with the University of Kentucky. Whether you're looking for access to cutting-edge research, top-tier talent, or specialized expertise, we can help you achieve your goals.

Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you connect, collaborate, and stay ahead in today's dynamic business environment.

UK at a glance

36,000 total students

675 Patents

$8.4 Bil 2024-2025 Budget

Partnership Success Stories

OneUK Partner Valvoline Global and Launch Blue collaborate on Spring 2025 Industry Transformation Accelerator

Launch Blue is pleased to announce its collaboration with OneUK and Valvoline Global for the Spring 2025 Industry Transformation Accelerator. As a worldwide leader in automotive and industrial solutions, Valvoline Global brings technical expertise and industry knowledge to Launch Blue’s nationally recognized accelerator program to provide startup founders with the tools to make an impact in real-world applications.

Coastal’s Salesforce Incubator Program Boosts UK Graduate Employment

Four years after its launch, the Coastal Salesforce Consultancy Incubator Program has become a key pipeline for University of Kentucky graduates entering the Salesforce workforce, with 42% of program participants coming from UK and many transitioning into full-time roles at Coastal.

UK announces second cohort of OneUK, the holistic business engagement program for strategic partnerships

The University of Kentucky is proud to announce the addition of Bullard and Catalent to OneUK as its second cohort of strategic business partners. OneUK provides a long-term, coordinated and holistic engagement experience between the university and select business partners through a mutual commitment to broaden and deepen their engagement with UK.