Committees

A crucial part of maintaining student spirit, Campus Life is the center of fun and entertainment at the university. Kicking off the year with Student Center Spectacular and Campus Ruckus, this committee hosts several interactive events throughout the year to maintain school spirit and provide students with the ultimate campus experience.

The Cinema Committee offers students a chance to see the latest Blockbuster hits before they are released on DVD as part of the "Cheap Seats" movie series. Hosting student film competitions and free sneak-peak movies before they hit theaters, this committee brings the best in cinema to UK’s campus.

Bringing both chart topping and up-and-coming artists to UK’s campus, the Concert Committee hosts a variety of musical performances. Past concerts include O.A.R., Red Hot Chili Peppers, Story of the Year, Lil Wayne, Kate Voegele, Pearl Jam, REM, Jason Mraz and Lil Wayne.

Art exhibits, photography competitions, spoken word poetry, and any other art forms that enrich the campus community are under the spectrum of the Cultural Arts Committee. Past events include presentations by PostSecret author Frank Warren as well as Bravo’s Project Runway winner, Christian Siriano. The Rasdall Gallery, located in the Student Center, has housed several amazing exhibits brought to you by this committee, like The Art of the Brick!

Religion. Sex. Politics. War. Drugs. Nothing is too taboo for the Engaging Issues Committee. This committee brings best-selling authors, experts, activists, educators and everyday people to open up an unknown world of information.

Promoting cultural awareness, diversity, and inclusive communities are the ultimate goals of the Multicultural Affairs Committee. Through performances, lectures, and open discussions, this committee helps to unite campus. Previous events include the Diversity Dialogues discussion series and the performance troupe Step Afrika.

Comedy, fashion, and TV are just a few of the many topics covered by the Pop Culture committee. From spotlighting the most humorous comedians in the Laughs on the Lawn comedy series to hosting UK’s version of Project Runway in the Project Catwalk competition, this committee works hard to bring the best of pop culture trends to campus.

The Traditions Committee brings to life the annual UK Homecoming Celebration. The week’s events include the banner and float competitions, 5K walk/run, philanthropic events, and the annual Homecoming game with the Mr. and Ms. UK celebration. Packed full of Wildcat pride and UK spirit, the Traditions Committee is also tasked with planning the annual Little Kentucky Derby Festival in the spring.