UK Senate considers vote of no confidence against Pres. Capilouto

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWSNOW) — On Monday, May 6, the University of Kentucky Senate will consider a vote of no confidence against President Eli Capilouto.

UK Board of Trustees chair Britt Brockman released a statement of support for Capilouto.

“The UK Board of Trustees unequivocally supports President Eli Capilouto and the work of the UK community to meet Kentucky’s needs. We respect those among our faculty who are speaking out. That is a hallmark of a healthy community. But we will keep going. The efforts underway are too important. They are supported by the UK community. And they align with our mission to advance this state in everything that we do.  The UK Board of Trustees has full confidence in President Capilouto,” Brockman said.

UK Senate says they are waiting to comment on the vote of no confidence until after the meeting on Monday.