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Meet the Mitchell Fine Arts CenterAge: Made my debut in 1966.Hometown: Lexington is where the action is, baby!Occupation...
06/18/2026

Meet the Mitchell Fine Arts Center

Age: Made my debut in 1966.

Hometown: Lexington is where the action is, baby!

Occupation: Curator of culture, collector of applause, encourager of artistic shenanigans

About Me: I've spent my life surrounded by musicians, actors, artists, dancers, dreamers, and people bold enough to try something new.

Carrick Theater keeps me dramatic. The Little Theatre keeps me interesting. Haggin Auditorium keeps me humming. Morlan Gallery keeps me inspired.

I've learned that life is far too short to sit in the back row.

My philosophy? Take the creative risk. Wear the bold color. Audition for the play. Go to the concert. Share the idea. The grooviest things usually happen when you say yes.

Peace, love, and standing ovations.

Future Pioneers and families, want the real Transy list?Alumni and current students: share one specific thing students s...
06/16/2026

Future Pioneers and families, want the real Transy list?

Alumni and current students: share one specific thing students should look forward to — a tradition, class, professor, campus moment or Lexington favorite.

Help them picture life here.

Learn more at Transy.edu.

Students choose Transy for the opportunities. They remember Transy for the people.As our fiscal year comes to a close on...
06/15/2026

Students choose Transy for the opportunities. They remember Transy for the people.

As our fiscal year comes to a close on June 30, help us invest in the next generation of Pioneers with a gift of any size.

Give in June and you'll be entered to win a special Transy prize package.

Every gift matters. Every Pioneer matters.
GIVE TODAY! https://ow.ly/ZrMx50Z90Uu

Let's play a game.Describe your favorite Transy memory in FIVE WORDS OR LESS.We'll go first:"Move-in day and new friends...
06/12/2026

Let's play a game.

Describe your favorite Transy memory in FIVE WORDS OR LESS.

We'll go first:

"Move-in day and new friends!"

Your turn.

06/10/2026

The college years are filled with moments and memories that shape who students become.

Discover what could be waiting at Transylvania University. Visit Transy.edu to learn more about campus visits, academics and student life.

📍 Meet the Kissing TreeAge: Darlin', I was old before Transy was young.Hometown: The best spot on campus for people-watc...
06/08/2026

📍 Meet the Kissing Tree

Age: Darlin', I was old before Transy was young.

Hometown: The best spot on campus for people-watching

Occupation: Retired chaperone

About Me: Back in my day, I was the only place on campus where sweethearts could steal a kiss without getting themselves into trouble. Imagine that! For years, students would gather beneath my branches because I was one of the few places where lovebirds could be lovebirds. I've seen first dates, first kisses, marriage proposals and more "just friends" become something else than I can count.

I've also seen plenty of students sit quietly on my bench, drink their coffee and try to figure out what comes next.

My advice? Don't overthink it. The best stories usually start with a conversation. Start your story at Transy.edu

📍 Meet the J. Douglas Gay Jr. and Frances Carrick Thomas LibraryAge: A lady never tells. But let's just say President Ei...
06/04/2026

📍 Meet the J. Douglas Gay Jr. and Frances Carrick Thomas Library

Age: A lady never tells. But let's just say President Eisenhower attended my debut party.

Hometown: Lexington, Kentucky

Occupation: Matchmaker for curious minds and big ideas

About Me: I've spent decades introducing students to new passions, unexpected perspectives, and books they weren't looking for but somehow needed. My closest friends include rare medical books from the 1700s, handwritten theses from Transy medical students, original Audubon artwork and one of the most fascinating collections of Kentucky stories you'll ever find. I've watched students wander in looking for a source for tomorrow's paper and wander out with a new interest, a new question or occasionally a new major.

My philosophy? Stay curious. Follow the rabbit trail. Don't be afraid to change your mind.
After all, some of the best discoveries start when you're supposed to be looking for something else.

Learn more at transy.edu

This Pride Month, we celebrate all the people who make Transylvania University feel like home. Through kindness, respect...
06/01/2026

This Pride Month, we celebrate all the people who make Transylvania University feel like home. Through kindness, respect and care for one another, we continue to build a community where everyone can learn, grow and belong. ♥️

📍 Meet Old MorrisonAge: Prefer not to say. Let's just say I've been around since Andrew Jackson was president.Hometown: ...
06/01/2026

📍 Meet Old Morrison

Age: Prefer not to say. Let's just say I've been around since Andrew Jackson was president.

Hometown: Lexington, Kentucky

Occupation: Professional witness to student stories

About Me:
I've spent my years watching first-year students become graduates, strangers become lifelong friends and curiosity become purpose. I've learned that most people don't arrive with all the answers.

The good ones keep asking questions anyway. Learn more at Transy.edu

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