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UPIKE's ACE (Academic and Cultural Enrichment) Program can help you by providing comprehensive student support from orientation to graduation. A federally-funded TRiO program, ACE's goal is to improve student academic performance and increase retention and graduation rates.

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ACE meets this goal by offering students a wide range of services, including:

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Academic and transitional skills coaching
Academic counseling and tutoring
Financial counseling and literacy
Peer mentoring
Study skills development
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FAFSA renewal assistance
Goal setting
Major and career exploration
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Career fair opportunities
Mock interviews
Occupational etiquette
Resume writing
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Graduate school visits/applications
Post-graduation career planning
Post-graduation financial planning
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Computer lab
Computer lounge
Free print/copy/fax/phone service
Grant aid
Jump-start transition program
Personal counseling and referral service

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Empowering students to thrive as doctors of optometry.

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We’re here to listen to you — and represent you. As an AOSA member, you’ll be connected to a wide reach of optometric students and professionals across the country. You’ll gain access to the AOSA and AOA publications, Foresight and Focus, receive the AOSA business cards, and automatically become a member of the AOA. Your future as a doctor of optometry starts here. Connect with your school’s Trustee and Trustee-Elect to determine the best way to join or renew

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To provide a careful, in-depth study of the Holy Bible to the students at the University of Pikeville. We offer an inclusive environment regardless of background or beliefs and want to foster a real sense of community amongst our members. Above all, we want to study the word of God and have fun while doing so!

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Our mission at Bear Roots is to offer education in the field of agriculture to those that have interest in the field. We believe that through agriculture we can bring communities together under a common goal of appreciating agriculture and all that goes into it, by bringing people together under the agricultural field we are able to teach communities how to be self-sufficient as well as how to become active members in their agricultural community.

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The mission of the Bio-Medical Science Honor Society (BMSHS) is to prepare undergraduate students for entry into select professional programs in the health sciences. These selected programs include undergraduate studies in medicine, veterinarian medicine, dentistry, physical therapy, and pharmacy. BMSHS aims to advance students' knowledge of careers in the health sciences through academic advisement, graduate school entrance exam preparation (e.g., MCAT, OAT, PCAT, DAT), workshops, and symposia. The BMSHS mentors/advisors at the University of Pikeville will guide students through the application process, assist with personal statements, recommendation letters, and preparation for interviews and provide opportunities to interact with recruiters from various professional schools.

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The mission and philosophy of the Black Student Union at UPIKE are to help students strive for academic excellence, promote positive images of African Americans, and help students become an integral part of a college community.

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The mission of this club is to play a variety of strategy board games and to develop different strategies to win the board games. This club is open to faculty, staff, and students.

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UPIKE BOOST provides a support system of peers by establishing a safe community allowing students to openly talk about their feelings towards missing home.

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Campus for Change is an organization that aims to provide educational resources and encourage change for our campus, our community, and our country. Our mission is to bring awareness to social issues and provide ways we as a group can make a change. This club plans to raise money for important causes, host events to get involvement, and dispense resource links to members who wish to involve themselves in positive change, no matter their political stance, during such a critical time. This club is a place to speak out in a comfortable, safe environment where members will respect and encourage each other. It is a judgment-free zone where arguing will not be tolerated. Though 2020 has been trying for many, our organization's mission is to become a source of hope for the students of the University of Pikeville.

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The Center for Academic Excellence is dedicated to ensuring the academic success of all University of Pikeville students.

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Grounded in the belief that every individual has infinite worth, the Center for Infinite Worth creates a supportive learning environment that empowers students to succeed through expanded educational opportunities, leadership development, and community engagement.

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The Center for Student Engagement (CSE) is designed to stimulate the exchange of ideas, activities, and opinions to develop a diverse society that can contribute to the overall health of the campus atmosphere. The CSE shall strive to further the success of our students' co-curricular opportunities that encourage growth in interpersonal, organizational, and leadership dimensions by facilitating education, entertainment, and collaboration with the community. Student Activities is constantly striving to build a community of students that are fully engaged on campus and in our community, so they may leave as diverse, constructive benefactors of society.

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To create a welcoming and passionate community for the University of Pikeville, where we strive to educate and provide the facilities, programs, and support of our community to take charge and understand the value of their health and fitness.

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- Access to a dedicated space designed specifically for just the UPIKE Community
- Programming opportunities, including Health and Wellness assessments, social activities, and personal training support
- Ability to participate in challenges and fitness journey geared to keep the community motivated

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"Clean Paws" is a new student group with the goal of driving sustainability initiatives on campus. We need students who are interested in helping to initiate a recycling program on campus, figure out ways for the campus to decrease waste, and help educate the campus community about the importance of sustainability.

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The UPIKE Criminal Justice Club is dedicated to fostering awareness, education, and engagement with the criminal justice system and its impact on society. We provide a respectful and inclusive space for students to explore and discuss issues related to crime, justice, and public policy. Our mission is to build a strong sense of community by empowering members to advocate for fairness, equity, and positive change both on campus and beyond. Through educational programming, guest speakers, and service opportunities, we strive to connect students with professionals in the field while making a meaningful difference in our local community. Together, we are committed to shaping informed citizens and future leaders who contribute to a more just and equitable world.

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DanceBlue's mission is to honor the final request Jarrett Mynear to “do something to help the Clinic.” As a student-run philanthropy at the University of Kentucky, DanceBlue raises funds and awareness for the fight against pediatric cancer while supporting patients and families affected by it.

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The UPIKE English Club's mission is to promote literacy on campus and in the general community. We will give students the opportunity to gain professional and personal writing experiences, opportunities in receiving assistance in their writing, and a space where they can discuss and study writings, readings, and other forms of media relevant to the club's purpose. We do these things through education, research, and unity.

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UPIKE bears give thanks by giving back because all can give. Led by the Office of Spiritual Life, M.O.V.E.S. exists to empower members of the UPIKE community to build relationships by coming alongside others while freely volunteering in the Central Appalachian region through compassionate actions with nonprofit organizations, persons of need, and providing support during times of disaster. We seek to cultivate a reflective practice of serving which supports a growing social conscience and fuels a lifestyle of giving. We believe that we belong to one another.

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"Giving thanks by giving back because all can give"

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To create a welcoming and passionate community for the University of Pikeville, where we strive to educate and provide the facilities, programs, and support of our community to take charge and understand the value of their health and fitness.

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- Access to a dedicated space designed specifically for just the UPIKE Community
- Programming opportunities, including Health and Wellness assessments, social activities, and personal training support
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To promote a healthy, balanced lifestyle through nutrition e education, practical wellness activities, and a supportive student community. We strive to empower students with the knowledge and tools they need to make informed food choices, develop sustainable habits, and foster lifelong wellbeing. 

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The mission of the IT Club at University of Pikeville is to provide students interested in information technology with opportunities to network with industry leaders, learn about IT companies in the region, and develop members into future IT professionals.

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We unite, organize and empower our members to advocate for themselves and to ensure a quality public education for every Kentucky student.

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The mission of the University of Pikeville-Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine (KYCOM) is to provide students with an osteopathic medical education that emphasizes primary care, encourages research, promotes lifelong scholarly activity and produces graduates who are committed to serving the healthcare needs of communities in rural Kentucky and other Appalachian regions.

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To serve as the voice of KYCOM students and to promote student wellness and success.

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The purpose of Mountaintop Gaming is to serve as a community space around the topic of
tabletop gaming. This is primarily encompassed in three genres: roleplaying, wargaming, and
card gaming. Mountaintop Gaming is focused on giving current players a space to meet with
other players, getting new players involved, serve as a repository for gaming resources, and
scheduling events to help players of all levels improve.

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This club is a student-lead club that acts as its own Fraternity. From the systematic way we run the "Fraternity" from how decisions are made - all things are processed in a clean cut way. This club name stands for : "Omega Epsilon Alpha".
Which in Greek goes right along with our vision and goal. Our mission is simply to encourage fun and excitement to everything we do on and off campus while providing community and hopefully strong, long lasting relationships. We work as a team to bring an exceptional college experience that doesn't fit the narrative of cliques while striving to allow groups of all backgrounds a 'family feel' to their time here in college. We are creators of "Fun" and cultivate an environment for all people to enjoy. We thrive off chaos and hectic events while also being able to filter our moments to calm and relaxing meet ups campus wide.

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Benefits of joining our club include but are not limited to:
- News on all upcoming events!
- Making new friends!
- Inclusive events!
- Having fun!

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We are a professional society whose mission is to promote the study of history through the encouragement of research, good teaching, publication and the exchange of learning and ideas among historians. We seek to bring students and teachers together for intellectual and social exchanges, which promote and assist historical research and publication by our members in a variety of ways.

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The PPHC's objective is to create a platform for undergraduate students that will provide academic, professional, and personal growth. We will also provide valuable resources, networking opportunities, and educational activities for all members.

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To create safe community for all students of UPIKE especially those of the LGBTQ+

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The Kentucky College of Optometry's mission is to develop leaders in therapeutic optometry through innovative education and a commitment to caring for the underserved

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Attending PPC Meetings to learn valuable information about starting your own practice

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To inspire, support, and develop student and/or faculty entrepreneurs by providing resources, networking opportunities, and a collaborative environment that fosters innovation and business creation.

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The purpose of STEM shall be to promoting Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics within the college and community of Pikeville, Kentucky.

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To provide students with an opportunity to express themselves and create a sense of leadership and teamwork.

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UPIKE THRIVE Counseling Center provides short-term mental health services including personal counseling, group counseling, consultation and referrals. Services are free and confidential for all currently enrolled UPIKE students.

There is no question that distress levels have a major impact on our well-being. Competing demands, fiscal challenges, navigating transitions, relationships and previous life events require a great deal of emotional and cognitive energy. Moreover, the natural stress of these dimensions can quickly morph into distress which negatively impacts our health. Although distress can activate a whole range of mental health challenges, our resiliency is more potent than we realize.

The THRIVE Model identifies the six dimensions that cultivate our resiliency and optimizes our cognitive, emotional and physical functioning. The more we put our energy into these six THRIVE dimensions, the more effective we are and the more fulfilling we experience our life to be. The THRIVE Counseling Center at UPIKE focuses on assisting our students in cultivating this THRIVE template in their day-to-day choices and behaviors.

Our well-being goal is not simply to manage stress, but rather to optimize resiliency and fulfillment. Remember that we as human beings are going to put our energies into something – why not put those energies into what truly fosters our optimized self? Come THRIVE with us!

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Recognizing and promoting excellence in the science and application of psychology. Psi Chi offers more specialized resources for your psychology career path than any other honor society. Members automatically receive international recognition and the ability to put Psi Chi memberships on a resum├®.

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On select Wednesday nights, CSS and the Center for Student Engagement collaborate to provide home-cooked meals and comfort food to UPIKE students in an informal, encouraging environment to make you feel at ease so you can discuss problems with your peers, especially problems frequently encountered by college students, such as homesickness, roommate issues and study skills or test anxiety. This event also serves as a means to foster interaction and a sense of community between peers who may not normally have the opportunity to connect.

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