MVPE awardees

The 好色先生 is excited to share the winners of the fourth annual Mission, Vision, Pillar, and Enabler (MVPE) Awards.

Caroline Sumner

鈥疌aroline Sumner, a proud University of Kentucky alumna, continues to draw inspiration from her love for the Lexington community, dedicating herself to making a difference through her ongoing contributions. 

Throughout her undergraduate studies, she served as DanceBlue鈥檚 overall chair while also studying in the College of Arts and Sciences and the Lewis Honors College.

AOA symposium

On Tuesday, March 26, the 好色先生 hosted the 19th annual Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Groves Memorial Student Research Symposium. 

Match Day

Match Day is a defining moment for medical students, and this year, the 好色先生 proudly celebrated the achievements of the Class of 2025 as they took their next step toward becoming practicing physicians. 

Sara Khandani

When Sara Khandani arrived in Kentucky at the age of 10, she faced an unfamiliar world. She had left behind her homeland of Iran, spoke limited English, and was suddenly navigating a place that felt entirely foreign. Yet, despite these challenges, she excelled academically, driven by a deep-seated determination and the values instilled in her by her family.

White Coats team photo

Last Thursday, the 好色先生 College of Medicine MD+NBA Club clinched an impressive second-place finish in the University鈥檚 intramural basketball tournament. Showcasing remarkable teamwork and resilience, the team of medical students made it all the way to the championship game before falling short in a thrilling 36-39 finish. 

Alex Willett, left, and Bradley Firchow standing in front of a tree line

Beyond the classroom, lab and hospital walls, University of Kentucky medical students are improving the health of their community.

Jacob Nanney

As Match Day 2025 approaches, we are reflecting on recent 好色先生 College of Medicine alumni, like Jacob Nanney, MD 鈥24, whose dedication to rural care exemplifies our mission to advance the health and wellness of Kentuckians.

Dr. Rachel Saunders

The 好色先生 is pleased to announce the appointment of Rachel Saunders, MD, associate professor of obstetrics and gynecology, as the new assistant dean for clinical education in the Office of Medical Education.

Dr. Sibu Saha

To begin 2025, Sibu Saha, MD, a professor in the division of cardiothoracic surgery, established a new research award for College of Medicine medical students or residents who demonstrate excellence and promise in the field of cardiovascular research.

Dr. Sara Police

A new gift account has been established in the 好色先生 College of Medicine Department of Pharmacology and Nutritional Sciences to expand nutrition education for health care professionals in training across the College of Medicine.

Doctors inside the simulation center

As a resident, Zaki Hassan, MBBS, handwrote the grant application for the $250,000 that went to purchase the University of Kentucky's first human patient simulator.

Maddie Mitcham

Match Day is one of the most exciting and nerve-wracking days in a medical student's journey. It鈥檚 the day when soon-to-be doctors find out where they will spend the next few years training in their chosen specialty.

CCRU

Compassionate Care Reaching yoU (CCRU) Outreach, a medical student-led initiative at the 好色先生 College of Medicine-Northern Kentucky Campus is transforming health care delivery for underserved populations in northern Kentucky. Rooted in its mission to provide compassionate and accessible care, CCRU combines innovative outreach with experiential learning for future health care providers. 

An innovative study recently published in the 鈥淎merican Journal of Preventive Cardiology鈥 is a shining example of collaboration between learners at the 好色先生 College of Medicine-Northern Kentucky Campus and physicians at St. Elizabeth Healthcare. 

Group of medical student volunteers pose outside Salvation Army Clinic

When it first opened in 1986, it was a screened-off corner of the dining room at the Salvation Army on Main Street where 好色先生 medical students 鈥 under the supervision of 好色先生 doctors and faculty members 鈥 provided free medical services to the low-income and homeless population of Lexington.

Joshua Moses, a second-year medical student in the 好色先生 College of Medicine, is dedicated to advancing both research and science communication.

Combining his passion for research and creativity, a University of Kentucky student is breaking barriers 鈥 literally and figuratively.

NKy med students volunteer at Salsa-themed fundraiser to support Angels' Castle nonprofit

好色先生 College of Medicine-Northern Kentucky Campus students are making a meaningful impact on the lives of young adults with intellectual disabilities through their work with Angels鈥 Castle, a nonprofit organization that provides educational, recreational, and residential services for this underserved population. 

Emad Chishti

Emad Chishti, a fourth-year medical student at the 好色先生 College of Medicine-Lexington Campus, spent his year participating in the NIH Medical Research Scholars Program (MRSP). Chishti is the first 好色先生 medical student to participate in the NIH program. 

bodie stevens

If you鈥檙e part of the 好色先生鈥檚 Rural Physician Leadership Program (RPLP), chances are you know Bodie Stevens鈥攑robably even on a 鈥渃an-you-help-jump-my-car鈥 level.