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Become a Step-Up Fellow today!

Do you want to make a difference in someone else’s life, while earning internship credit, community engagement skills and scholarship money?

The Fall 2026 Step-Up Fellowship Application is now OPEN! 
 
Click the link below to apply! Deadline is March 31st, 2026
 


 

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The Step-Up Club

The Step-Up Club is a student-led extension of the Step-Up Program that creates a space for students to connect, grow, and lead together. As members, students have the opportunity to build community, develop leadership skills, and take part in service and engagement activities that strengthen the campus experience. The club serves as both a support network and a platform for students to share their voices, ideas, and passions while giving back to others. Whether through hosting events, volunteering, or mentoring peers, the Step-Up Club is dedicated to fostering a culture of empowerment, belonging, and success at the University of Kentucky. You can find them on BBNvolved with the link below.

https://uky.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/step-upclub 

Follow the Step-Up Club on Instagram!

https://www.instagram.com/stepupatuky/ 

The club was created with the purpose for returning Step-Up Fellows to have the opportunity of sharing their passion for working with immigrant and refugee populations in Lexington to the student body of UK! We host events that provide information on volunteering with various organizations throughout the city to support the area's refugee and immigrant population.

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LinkedIn Link

Make sure you stay up-to-date by following our LinkedIn!

https://www.linkedin.com/company/step-up-at-university-of-kentucky/ 

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Donate to the Step-Up Program

Your generosity helps us continue providing mentorship, resources, and opportunities that empower students to succeed at the University of Kentucky. Every contribution—big or small—directly impacts the lives of students by strengthening our programs and expanding access to support. Together, we can ensure that every student has the tools they need to step up and thrive. By using the link below, you can ensure your donation is safely sent via a secure online portal. 

https://give.uky.edu/campaigns/47157/donations/new?designation=internationalstudies& 

More Donation Links

UK Philanthropy

PO Box 910628

Lexington KY 40591

Want to call?

You can also call Dawn Smallwood at 859-258-2049 to process your gift over the phone.