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1865: Agricultural and Mechanical College
Kentucky's General Assembly established the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Kentucky in 1865, the institution that became UK.
Checked 2026-10-22 · Sources: Kentucky School — official source
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1882: Move to the current campus
The college moved to the present university site in 1882 after Lexington donated a former city park.
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1892: Blue and white
Students adopted blue and white as the university's official colors in 1892.
Checked 2026-10-22 · Sources: Kentucky Traditions — official source
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1909: Wildcats nickname takes hold
The Wildcat nickname gained popularity after Kentucky's October 9, 1909 football victory at Illinois.
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1973: Commonwealth Stadium opens
The stadium now called Kroger Field opened September 15, 1973, with a Kentucky victory over Virginia Tech.
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1976-77: Wildcat mascot debut
The costumed Wildcat mascot originated during the 1976-77 academic year, with Gary Tanner as the first performer.
Checked 2026-10-22 · Sources: Kentucky Traditions — official source
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2017: Kroger Field name
Commonwealth Stadium was renamed Kroger Field in 2017; C. M. Newton's name remained associated with the playing surface.
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