Office of Business Engagement UK's Front Door to Business Partnerships

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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

Image of researcher in a lab with Catalent OneUK Day text over it

OneUK partner, Catalent comes to campus for ‘OneUK day’

Ashley Castorena

Mar 2, 2026

Representatives from Catalent visited the University of Kentucky campus on Feb. 10 to meet with faculty and staff and strengthen connections across academic programs. The visit was part of Catalent’s “OneUK Day,” during which company leaders engaged with university partners to build relationships and increase brand awareness among UK talent.

Students in the Hospitality Management and Tourism course record content for their projects at the Elwood Hotel. Photo by Sabrina Hounshell.

UK students partner with Elwood Hotel for AI-enhanced experiential learning in hospitality

Bailey Vandiver

Feb 3, 2026

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Feb. 2, 2026) — Students in a hospitality and tourism marketing class at the University of Kentucky practiced creativity and connection through a partnership with the Elwood Hotel.

Collaborating for Impact: How Fidelity Investments and UK Are Investing in Kentucky through OneUK

Ashley Castorena

Nov 10, 2025

Fidelity Investments is one of the world’s leading financial services companies, and its Covington, Kentucky, location is a major hub for talent and innovation. The company has built a reputation for offering rewarding careers and creating opportunities for growth in financial technology, operations, and customer service. Through the University of Kentucky’s OneUK initiative, Fidelity Investments is collaborating with UK to attract top talent, advance applied research and support initiatives that strengthen both the company and the Commonwealth.