University of Pikeville launches public phase of $50 million capital campaign after raising $38.07 million

University of Pikeville on Founders Day announced the public phase of a $50,000,000 capital campaign after raising $38,071,704 during a private "silent" phase, university speakers said. The campaign will prioritize the Tanner College of Dental Medicine, a 500‑acre athletic complex called Bear Mountain, and expanded student scholarships.

The campaign, which university speakers said began in January 2023, reached the commonly used fundraising threshold—securing roughly 75% of the $50 million goal—before the public launch. Laura Damron, assistant vice president for advancement and alumni relations, said the public phase will include broader marketing and outreach to invite smaller gifts from alumni and community members.

The university described a three‑pronged strategy for the campaign: (1) build the Tanner College of Dental Medicine, which university speakers said is planned as an accelerated three‑year dental program intended to put dentists…