Beshear criticizes retirement package of UK AD Barnhart, law school dean hiring

By: Lantern staff

Outlets: Kentucky Lantern

Published: July 16, 2026

Words: 832

Last Updated: 5 days, 7 hours ago

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Gov. Andy Beshear criticized the $3.2 million payout to retiring University of Kentucky Athletics Director Mitch Barnhart on Thursday, stating his disapproval despite the fact the funds were privately raised.

“Yes, $3 million that could otherwise go to helping students, to better paying faculty,

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