UofL Connect
The gateway for corporations, civic organizations, and community partners to access UofL's talent, research, and expertise.
One Connection. Unrivaled UofL Expertise.
Whether you represent a business, nonprofit, government agency, or civic organization, UofL Connect eliminates the institutional guesswork, helping you access tailored partnership opportunities through a single, streamlined point of contact. As one of only 13 universities in the nation to earn recognition by the Carnegie Foundation as both a "Research 1" and a Community Engaged institution—while simultaneously being celebrated as an Opportunity College for student success—the University of Louisville is uniquely positioned to drive regional impact. UofL Connect serves as the central bridge linking our world-class research, top-tier talent, cutting-edge innovation, community engagement, and philanthropy.
Business & Industry
Sponsoring Research
UofL empowers industry partners to solve problems, innovate, and grow. Whether advancing products, optimizing operations, or launching collaborations, we deliver strategic research partnerships that drive results. We work with you to set project scope and deliverables, aligning technical expertise with business goals to move projects forward.
Do Business with UofL
Partnering with the University of Louisville offers a streamlined path for businesses to provide high-quality goods and services within a dynamic academic environment. Position your enterprise to participate in upcoming formal bids and requests for proposals, ensuring your business has a seat at the table for future university projects.
Access Facilities
By connecting faculty, students and industry partners, our centers and institutes drive discoveries, tackle critical issues like sustainability and health care and deliver real-world impact. These spaces provide cutting-edge resources and hands-on opportunities, advancing research and education while strengthening the university’s role as a leader in innovation and progress.
Clinical Trials
The Clinical Trials Unit (CTU) is a central research unit operated under the Associate Vice President for Health Affairs Research. The unit provides services to investigators, sponsors and research staff conducting clinical research trials involving healthy subjects or patients.
Employers & Recruiters
Recruit Employees and Interns
Connect with motivated, talented students by posting job opportunities, register for career fairs or arrange employer information sessions. A member of our Employer Engagement Team is available to speak with you by phone or virtual meeting to discuss recruiting our majors for internships and professional entry-level opportunities or recruiting all students for part-time student employment positions.
Strengthen Your Workforce
The University of Louisville partners with local and global industry leaders to provide educational benefits to employees and dependents. Through a corporate tuition partnership, your organization can attract top talent, build employee loyalty and develop a highly skilled workforce prepared to meet evolving business needs.
Capitalize on Online Programs
UofL Online offers programs that equip your employees with essential skills for today and tomorrow's dynamic environment. Our mission is to enhance your workforce with industry-relevant and forward-planning education. Learn how your organization can benefit from a partnership with UofL’s online degrees and certificates.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
Scale your brand
UofL is the perfect partner for your company's Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer proposal. These programs are competitive funding programs administered by the federal government for stimulating technological innovation in the small business community, and they provide a dynamic opportunity for small businesses to partner with colleges and universities.
Licensing Technologies
At UofL, our intellectual property and technology transfer team licenses innovations to partners for further development and commercialization. As your partner, we focus on identifying the most effective and appropriate path to collaboration. Our licensing process emphasizes flexibility and deal-specific negotiations. Each agreement is structured to maximize value for both the licensee and the public.
Community Organizations, Nonprofits and Government Agencies
Community Collaborations & Student Projects
Whether it is working with students in public schools, helping to provide services in neighborhoods, or building stronger communities internationally, UofL is committed to collaborating with partners and sharing the benefits of university research and knowledge for the public good.
Service Learning & Civic Engagement
Ranging from local connections to international service, the Office of Service Learning & Civic Engagement hosts short-term programs with long-term impact for everyone to be meaningfully engaged in the community.
Organize a Conference
UofL provides is a dynamic space where experts can gather to share groundbreaking research, exchange ideas and address pressing challenges in academia and beyond. These events not only highlight the university’s commitment to discovery and dialogue but also create opportunities for meaningful connections that spark innovation and inspire progress locally, nationally and globally.
Donors & Philanthropic Partners
Change a Life Through Philanthropy
Your support keeps our university affordable for students, provides opportunities for learning and discovery and ensures our progress as a major metropolitan research university. Have a special interest area? Contact our team and we’ll connect you with the area where you want to make an impact
Areas to Give
Your generosity fuels opportunity, innovation and impact across every corner of campus. Whether you’re passionate about student scholarships, groundbreaking research, Cardinal Athletics or community initiatives, there’s a fund that aligns with your values. Explore the areas below to find the cause that speaks to you and help shape the future of UofL.
UofL by the numbers
Students enrolled in 2025-26
Competitive research funding in 2025
UofL alumni network
Get in touch with UofL
Whether you’re a business, nonprofit, government agency, community group, or entrepreneur, we make it easy to find the support you need.