LEXINGTON, Ky. — The Stanley and Karen Pigman College of Engineering at the University of Kentucky is expanding opportunities for students across the Commonwealth by launching four new transfer pathways from the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) into its Lean Systems Engineering Technology (LST) bachelor’s degree program.
“Broadening access to four-year degrees will prepare more of our students for employment and career success,” said KCTCS President Ryan Quarles. “Creating seamless transfer pathways with partners like the University of Kentucky ensures that KCTCS is doing its part to improve the employability and quality of life of the citizens of the Commonwealth and to bolster the state’s workforce.” The pathways — designed in collaboration with KCTCS — create clear, streamlined paths for students who complete an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree to continue their education at UK.
This effort builds on the 2021 launch of the Fujio Cho Department of Engineering Technology, made possible through a $2.25 million gift from Toyota, which established UK’s engineering technology programs in partnership with Bluegrass Community and Technical College (BCTC)…