Roundup
Get ready for an extraordinary milestone as we mark the 50th annual gathering of Roundup! The 2023 celebration will be a tribute to our rich history, vibrant present and promising future.
Join students, alumni, faculty, staff and friends for live music, engaging kid-friendly games, fresh food and a sense of togetherness. This event is more than just a gathering—it's a cherished family reunion.
The excitement unfolds over four fun-filled days, Sept. 27-30, with an array of festivities, including reunions, a burger contest, tailgate, pep rally and the highly anticipated Kentucky vs. Florida football game.
In addition to commemorating our 50-year milestone, we will honor The Gatton Foundation's exceptional generosity and celebrate the college's new name. Through their significant gift, The Gatton Foundation is enabling the college to flourish in its vital land-grant mission of teaching, research and extension.
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Join students, alumni, faculty, staff and friends for live music, engaging kid-friendly games, fresh food and a sense of togetherness. Register with the button below. You may also browse and register for events using the schedule below.
Register NowCelebrate a Historic Gift
Join us as we honor The Gatton Foundation's exceptional generosity and celebrate the college's new name. Click "Learn More" to read about the historic gift to our college.
Learn MoreHave a Question?
Please contact Tori Summey, Director of Alumni Engagement, with questions. She can be contacted at (859) 257-7211 or via email at tori.summey@uky.edu.
Contact ToriSchedule of Events
The four-day event begins on Wednesday, September 27 and ends on September 30 with reunions, tailgates, pep rallies and the Kentucky vs. Florida football game.
Wednesday, September 27
5:00 PM
Build a Better Burger
We're expanding our annual cookout contest in 50th anniversary style! The entire college is invited to watch teams of students and faculty go head-to-head as judges decide which team can build the best burger. Attendees will vote for best table theme and enjoy free food as the teams battle it out. Details and registration will be posted in the coming weeks.
Thursday, September 28
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Future Wildcat Day (under the tents, E. S. Good Barn, and campus)
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Future Wildcat Lunch (under the tents)
The annual UK Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment "Roundup Future Wildcat Day" will be held on Thursday, September 28 beginning at 10:00am. This on-campus event is an opportunity for high school students to learn detailed information about the college's programs, student life, scholarships and more. Registration information must be received by Friday, September 22 at 12:00pm (noon).
3:30 PM
K-CARET Board Meeting (Cooper House)
4:00 PM
Natural Resources & Environmental Science Reunion (Floracliff Nature Sanctuary)
5:30 PM
CAFE Celebration of Engagement (under the tents)
Friday, September 29
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Staff Appreciation Day (under the tents)
It's time to register for The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food & Environment Staff Appreciation Day! This year we'll be under the Roundup tents on the back lawn of the E. S. Good Barn, from 11 am to 1 pm on Friday, September 29. Award ceremonies for the Dr. Lisa P. Collins Outstanding Staff Awards and the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility Awards will be held during Staff Appreciation Day.
5:00 - 7:00 PM
Agricultural & Medical Biotechnology Social (N-24 Agriculture Science Center North)
5:00 - 7:00 PM
Plant & Soil Sciences Alumni Social (PSS Courtyard)
6:00 PM
Animal & Food Sciences Reunion (under the tents)
6:30 PM
Alpha Gamma Rho Reunion (AGR House)
Saturday, September 30
Get ready for an extraordinary milestone as we mark the 50th annual gathering of Roundup! The 2023 celebration will be a tribute to our rich history, vibrant present and promising future.
Join students, alumni, faculty, staff and friends on Sept. 30, for live music, a tailgate, pep rally, and the highly anticipated Kentucky vs. Florida football game. This event is more than just a gathering—it's a cherished family reunion.
Tents will open four hours prior to kickoff at 8:00 am
8:00 AM (4 hours prior to kickoff)
Alumni & Friends Tailgate (under the tents)
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
4-H Reunion
10:30 AM
Program & Pep Rally
Kickoff
Kentucky vs. Florida Football Game
