The College of Arts and Sciences Hall of Fame honors exceptional alumni and emeriti faculty who exemplify the foundational importance of an arts and sciences education and who have made significant contributions to their professions, their communities, and the University of Kentucky.

The College of Arts and Sciences Hall of Fame will be held at the Carrick House on April 17th, 2026.

College of Arts and Sciences will be honoring 3 alumni and are accepting nominations until October 1st, 2025. Nominations include:

The Distinguished Alumni Award honors graduates who have achieved excellence in their profession or who have made a significant impact on their community or the world.

The Bright Futures Leadership Award honors young alumni who demonstrate exceptional leadership and create meaningful impact in their community or profession.

The Emeriti Faculty Award honors emeriti faculty who have achieved a distinguished legacy of research, teaching, and service excellence.