The UK LGBTQ+ Affinity Group is a voluntary group of UK faculty and staff who identify as members of the LGBTQ+ community or allies. The group meets regularly to celebrate shared community and communicate with one another and the institution. If you are a current UK employee interested in joining, you can use the link below to be added to the Microsoft Teams group.
Alumni and Employees
PrideCats
The UK LGBTQ* Alumni Group, also known as PrideCats, was founded in 2016 to promote fellowship among alumni of the University of Kentucky who identify as part of an LGBTQ* community as well as alumni who identify as friends of LGBTQ* communities. This group operates in close connection with the UK Office of LGBTQ* Resources and seeks to bring members together through communication, meetings, gatherings, and reunions. The group’s main objectives include fostering a closer relationship between current students at the university and the alumni group, lending support to UK LGBTQ* communities, and promoting awareness of the history of LGBTQ* communities at the university.
For more information on the group and to find out how to be a member, visit the PrideCats' page with the Alumni Association or email ukpridecats@gmail.com.
LGBTQ+ Affinity Group
SAFE Pledge
At the University of Kentucky, diversity is valued, inclusion is imperative, and belonging is foundational. By signing the Safe pledge, wearing a Safe badge, and displaying an electronic Safe badge in your email signature, you are conveying your commitment to these ideas and announcing your commitment to share a safe space with your colleagues through tangible action.
What Does it Mean to be a Safe Person?
Below you will find educational resources to help you elevate yourself and your commitment in being a Safe person for the LGBTQ+ community. Provided is a PowerPoint presentation to help you understand how you can step up and take action when needed to protect your fellow colleagues and students. We have also provided a term guide to help you understand the variety of different lifestyles that you may encounter by being a Safe person.
Thank you for taking a step towards creating an inclusive and welcoming environment.
What does it mean to be a Safe person (Download Presentation)
Glossary Guide ( Download Guide)
Email Signature Icon ( Download )
Badge Buddy Locations
LGBTQ Resource Center
Gatton Student Center
Pickup Hours: Monday through Friday- 9am-5pm
Student Administration Office
Gatton Student Center
Pickup Hours: Monday through Friday- 8am-5pm