The University of Kentucky (UK) is a non-profit public land-grant university founded in 1865 and headquartered in the United States. Its mission is to advance teaching, research, healthcare, cultural enrichment, and economic development. UK engages in scholarship and research to facilitate learning, expands knowledge through creative activity, and disseminates knowledge globally. As Kentucky's flagship institution, it contributes to the state's economic development and quality of life, serving all 120 counties through education, healthcare, community service, and research. The university emphasizes diversity and equal opportunity.