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Ala Hassan and Kareem Hassan hold Palestinian flags during a solidarity rally for Gaza on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, outside of the William T. Young Library at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Lexington community members stand in solidarity with Gaza at rally on UK’s campus
May 1, 2024
Nour Shalash chants as she sits on the shoulders of her cousin Jenna Shalash during a solidarity rally for Gaza on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, outside of the William T. Young Library at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PHOTOS: Lexington community gathers at solidarity rally for Gaza
May 1, 2024
Awards sit on a table during the 2023 Student Film Festival on Friday, April 28, 2023, in the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
UKY Film Festival awards 6 films at annual contest
May 1, 2024
Ann Rice OHanlons mural inside Memorial Hall on Tuesday, November 24, 2015, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Joel Repoley | Staff 
Judge dismisses Memorial Hall lawsuit but says mural must stay
April 30, 2024
Board of trustees members pose to break ground at the site of the new Cancer and Advanced Ambulatory Complex located on State St. on Thursday, April 24, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
UK holds groundbreaking ceremony for new Cancer and Advanced Ambulatory Building
April 27, 2024
Ala Hassan and Kareem Hassan hold Palestinian flags during a solidarity rally for Gaza on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, outside of the William T. Young Library at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Lexington community members stand in solidarity with Gaza at rally on UK’s campus
May 1, 2024
Nour Shalash chants as she sits on the shoulders of her cousin Jenna Shalash during a solidarity rally for Gaza on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, outside of the William T. Young Library at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PHOTOS: Lexington community gathers at solidarity rally for Gaza
May 1, 2024
Awards sit on a table during the 2023 Student Film Festival on Friday, April 28, 2023, in the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
UKY Film Festival awards 6 films at annual contest
May 1, 2024
Ann Rice OHanlons mural inside Memorial Hall on Tuesday, November 24, 2015, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Joel Repoley | Staff 
Judge dismisses Memorial Hall lawsuit but says mural must stay
April 30, 2024
Board of trustees members pose to break ground at the site of the new Cancer and Advanced Ambulatory Complex located on State St. on Thursday, April 24, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
UK holds groundbreaking ceremony for new Cancer and Advanced Ambulatory Building
April 27, 2024
The class of 2026 fills the student section at Big Blue U on Friday, Aug. 19, 2022, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Kentucky Kernel
‘Healthier, wealthier, wiser Kentucky.’ The changing landscape of UK
August 25, 2022
The Albert B. Chandler Hospital on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
More people than ever are applying to the College of Medicine. Students and faculty have ideas about why
September 9, 2021
UK mandates weekly COVID-19 tests for unvaccinated faculty, staff and students
August 26, 2021
UK to require both vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals to wear masks indoors
August 6, 2021
Database breach discovered in UK College of Education; UK to implement new security measures
August 5, 2021
Ala Hassan and Kareem Hassan hold Palestinian flags during a solidarity rally for Gaza on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, outside of the William T. Young Library at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Lexington community members stand in solidarity with Gaza at rally on UK’s campus
May 1, 2024
Faculty members, professors and students gather for a Board of Trustees meeting at the University of Kentucky on Friday, April 26, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
UK Board of Trustees passes President’s Recommendation 4 affecting university shared governance
April 26, 2024
Terry Anderson poses for a portrait. Photo by UK Communication and Information College.
Journalist and former UK faculty member Terry Anderson has died at 76
April 23, 2024
Students react to winners of the third race on Friday, April 19, 2024, at Keeneland During College day in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Keeneland’s College Scholarship Day awards local students
April 23, 2024
Hundreds gather for a vigil for UK dance team member Kate Kaufling on Monday, April 15, 2024, at Greek Park at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Kaufling, a sophomore, died from bone cancer less than a year after her diagnosis. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Kentucky students attend vigil for Kate Kaufling
April 18, 2024
Ala Hassan and Kareem Hassan hold Palestinian flags during a solidarity rally for Gaza on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, outside of the William T. Young Library at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Lexington community members stand in solidarity with Gaza at rally on UK’s campus
May 1, 2024
Nour Shalash chants as she sits on the shoulders of her cousin Jenna Shalash during a solidarity rally for Gaza on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, outside of the William T. Young Library at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PHOTOS: Lexington community gathers at solidarity rally for Gaza
May 1, 2024
Biden signs bill to ban TikTok in 9 months if app is not sold
Biden signs bill to ban TikTok in 9 months if app is not sold
April 26, 2024
Sarah Corman, a social work graduate student, watches the partial solar eclipse with her daughter Penelope on Monday, April 8, 2024, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PHOTOS: Solar eclipse 2024 in Lexington
April 8, 2024
Lexington community members join University of Kentucky students to watch the solar eclipse at Johnson Center Field on the University of Kentucky campus in Lexington, KY on Monday, August 21, 2017.
Kentucky to see a solar eclipse for the first time since 2017
April 7, 2024
Resolution on Shared Governance at UK approved in Senate Council meeting
Resolution on Shared Governance at UK approved in Senate Council meeting
April 13, 2024
Brandi Frisby named associate provost for academic affairs
Brandi Frisby named associate provost for academic affairs
April 12, 2024
UK extends enrollment deadline for the fall 2024 semester for first-year students
UK extends enrollment deadline for the fall 2024 semester for first-year students
April 11, 2024
Faculty expressed desire to be ‘true partners’ with administration at UK
Faculty expressed desire to be ‘true partners’ with administration at UK
March 28, 2024
Tensions remain high amidst proposed changes to shared governance structure
Tensions remain high amidst proposed changes to shared governance structure
March 12, 2024
Timothy Umsteads mugshot from the Fayette County jail website on Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024. Umstead was arrested on the night of Feb. 7, and he was booked on Feb. 8.
Former UK student’s weapon possession charges reduced
February 12, 2024
Thomas Lofton Hazelwood
‘He’s not gonna make it to serenades.’ The missing details of the Hazelwood investigation
November 17, 2022
Excerpts from UKs Student Code of Conduct investigation reveal FarmHouse Fraternity showed a “deeply ingrained culture of alcohol and hazing behaviors.”
UK’s FarmHouse Fraternity had a culture of hazing, investigations reveal
November 17, 2022
An anonymous tip, submitted to UK on September 19, 2020, via the incident reporting form, alleges that Delta Sigma Phi held an over-capacity party. A copy of the tip was obtained by the Kentucky Kernel via an open records request.
Multiple fraternities suspended for COVID-19 infractions
September 28, 2021
Chief Justice John D. Minton Jr. listens to UKs lawyer during oral arguments heard by the Kentucky Supreme Court in UKs lawsuit against the Kernel on Friday, Oct. 23, 2020, at the Kentucky Supreme Court in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff.
Details of the James Harwood investigation and records battle
August 26, 2021
Former NBA player and Kentucky basketball player Rex Chapman speaks during SpeakBlue with Rex Chapman on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at the Singletary Center for the Arts in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
SAB and SGA present ‘Speak Blue’ featuring Rex Chapman
April 5, 2023
Isaac Sutherland, left, and Mallory Hudson answer questions during the SGA Presidential and Vice Presidential Debate on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023, at the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
SGA court finds Sutherland/Hudson violated election rules, Sutherland will appeal
March 23, 2023
Lizzy Hornung, left, and Jason Marcus were named the 2023 student body president and vice president on March 8.
SGA disqualifies unofficial student body president and vice president winners, names new official winners
March 9, 2023
Ashlee Bell, a junior marketing major, pays for parking outside William T. Young Library on Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2023, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Students can park for free using SGA coupon program
February 10, 2023
UK SGA announces unofficial election results
UK SGA announces unofficial election results
October 4, 2022
Timothy Umsteads mugshot from the Fayette County jail website on Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024. Umstead was arrested on the night of Feb. 7, and he was booked on Feb. 8.
Former UK student’s weapon possession charges reduced
February 12, 2024
Former University of Kentucky student Timothy Umstead, 19, was arrested at 209 University Ave. on Feb. 7, 2024 in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Former UK student arrested for wanton endangerment after allegedly making threats
February 8, 2024
UK Police reports vehicle theft on campus
UK Police reports vehicle theft on campus
August 21, 2023
UK police notify campus of sexual abuse in residence hall
UK police notify campus of sexual abuse in residence hall
May 1, 2023
UK police notify campus of sexual assault
UK police notify campus of sexual assault
March 31, 2023
Author-Illustrator Rachel Elliot sits in front of the graphic novel section of the Lucille Caudill Little Fine Arts Library on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
Art is the love of Rachel Elliott’s life
April 5, 2024
Kae Brandenburg, an Electrical Engineering major, poses for a portrait on March, 22, 2024, in Lexington Kentucky at the William T. Young Library. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Mullets: Past their prime or ‘hair’ to stay?
April 4, 2024
Ty Osborne, a media arts and studies student and professional voice actor, poses for a portrait inside the University of Kentuckys Media Depot on Feb. 5, 2024, in Lexington, Ky.
Behind the mic: UK student Ty Osborne finds success as a professional voice actor
March 21, 2024
Green Party Presidential candidate Jill Stein poses for a portrait on Monday, March 4, 2024, in the William T. Young Library at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Green Party presidential candidate Jill Stein fights to make an ‘America that works for all of us’
March 7, 2024
Friends and family of Madison Becknell gather to mourn her death during a vigil on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at Baptist Campus Ministry in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Madison Pearl Becknell: ‘A ray of sunshine’
March 7, 2024
Kentucky guard Adou Thiero (3) watches a shot during the Kentucky vs. Marshall mens basketball game on Friday, Nov. 24, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
Former Cat Adou Thiero joins former coach John Calipari in Arkansas
May 7, 2024
Kentucky head coach Nick Mingione watches on during the Kentucky vs Louisville baseball game on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at Jim Patterson Stadium in Louisville, Kentucky. Kentucky won 17-13. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
Kentucky baseball jumps to No. 4 in D1Baseball Week 13 Top 25
May 7, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats shortstop Kyruss Gargett hits the ball during the Kentucky vs. Eastern Kentucky baseball game on Tuesday, Mar. 5, 2024, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 10-0. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
Kentucky powers ahead, beats No. 2 Arkansas 7-4 in series clincher
May 7, 2024
Members of the Kentucky mens tennis team celebrate during the No. 5 Kentucky vs. Illinois mens tennis match on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-3 Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
Jack Loutit comes back, clinches NCAA Super Regionals for Kentucky men’s tennis
May 7, 2024
Kentucky infielder/outfielder Peyton Plotts (37) prepares to bat during the No. 21 Kentucky vs. Bellarmine softball match on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
No. 24 Kentucky softball swept by No. 3 Tennessee in final weekend of regular season
May 7, 2024
Kentucky forward Ugonna Onyenso puts his head in his hands after the No. 3 Kentucky vs. No. 14 Oakland mens basketball game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at the PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Kentucky lost 80-76. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
BROADCAST: Kentucky students react to NCAA Tournament loss
March 23, 2024
Kentucky head coach Kyra Elzy coaches her team during during the Kentucky vs. Minnesota womens basketball game on Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 76-57. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
PODCAST: Reeves, Elzy and all things basketball
January 21, 2024
Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard leaves the court after warmups before the Kentucky vs. Louisville men’s basketball game on Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023, at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PODCAST: UK Basketball SEC Openers
January 17, 2024
BROADCAST: Jojo Edmonds makes history on UK Dance Team
BROADCAST: Jojo Edmonds makes history on UK Dance Team
December 13, 2023
Kentucky running back Ray Davis (1) runs with the ball during the Kentucky vs. Louisville football game on Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium in Louisville, Kentucky. Kentucky won 38-31. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
PODCAST: All things football
November 30, 2023
Kentucky guard Adou Thiero (3) watches a shot during the Kentucky vs. Marshall mens basketball game on Friday, Nov. 24, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
Former Cat Adou Thiero joins former coach John Calipari in Arkansas
May 7, 2024
Mark Pope greets fans at his introductory press conference as the new head coach of Kentucky men’s basketball on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Kentucky lands second commitment in one day as Kerr Kriisa chooses Lexington
May 1, 2024
Mark Pope cheers at his introductory press conference as the new head coach of Kentucky men’s basketball on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Mark Pope lands highly coveted transfer Koby Brea
May 1, 2024
Mark Pope holds up his championship trophy from 1996 as he is introduced at his press conference as the new head coach of Kentucky men’s basketball on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Former Delaware, Wake Forest big Andrew Carr commits to Kentucky
May 1, 2024
Mark Pope speaks at his introductory press conference as the new head coach of Kentucky men’s basketball on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Mark Pope, Kentucky earns commitment of Oklahoma State transfer Brandon Garrison
May 1, 2024
Kentucky womens basketball head coach Kenny Brooks speaks to media during his introductory press conference inside the Joe Craft Center on Thursday, March 28, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo provided by Chet White | UK Athletics
Kentucky women’s basketball roster tracker: Who’s gone and who’s new?
April 5, 2024
Kentucky women’s basketball gets Clara Strack from Virginia Tech
April 5, 2024
Kentucky womens basketball head coach Kenny Brooks and athletic director Mitch Barnhart hold up a Kentucky jersey during Brooks introductory press conference inside the Joe Craft Center on Thursday, March 28, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo provided by Chet White | UK Athletics
Virginia Tech star Georgia Amoore announces transfer to Kentucky
April 4, 2024
Kentucky womens basketball head coach Kenny Brooks speaks to media during his introductory press conference inside the Joe Craft Center on Thursday, March 28, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo provided by Chet White | UK Athletics
Kentucky women’s basketball lands first transfer under Kenny Brooks in Amelia Hassett
April 4, 2024
Kentucky womens basketball head coach Kenny Brooks and athletic director Mitch Barnhart hold up a Kentucky jersey during Brooks introductory press conference inside the Joe Craft Center on Thursday, March 28, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo provided by Chet White | UK Athletics
Kenny Brooks touches down in Lexington, provides his vision for women’s basketball program
March 28, 2024
Kentucky tight end Brenden Bates signs with Chicago Bears
April 27, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats offensive lineman Jeremy Flax (77) puts up a peace sign while running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. (24) breaks for a touchdown during the University of Kentucky vs. University of South Carolina football game on Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 41-18. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Kentucky offensive lineman Jeremy Flax signs with Minnesota Vikings
April 27, 2024
Kentucky wide receiver Tayvion Robinson runs the ball during the Kentucky vs. Akron football game on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 35-3. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky wide receiver Tayvion Robinson signs with Baltimore Ravens
April 27, 2024
Kentucky quarterback Devin Leary throws the ball during the Kentucky vs. Alabama football game on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 49-21. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Devin Leary drafted in sixth round by Baltimore Ravens
April 27, 2024
Kentucky running backs Ray Davis jogs off the field during the Kentucky vs. Missouri football game on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 38-21. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
Kentucky running back Ray Davis selected by Buffalo Bills in 2024 NFL Draft
April 27, 2024
Kentucky head coach Nick Mingione watches on during the Kentucky vs Louisville baseball game on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at Jim Patterson Stadium in Louisville, Kentucky. Kentucky won 17-13. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
Kentucky baseball jumps to No. 4 in D1Baseball Week 13 Top 25
May 7, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats shortstop Kyruss Gargett hits the ball during the Kentucky vs. Eastern Kentucky baseball game on Tuesday, Mar. 5, 2024, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 10-0. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
Kentucky powers ahead, beats No. 2 Arkansas 7-4 in series clincher
May 7, 2024
Kentucky infielder Emilien Pitre up to bat during the Kentucky vs Tennessee baseball game on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 9-4. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
No. 8 Kentucky baseball evens series, beats Arkansas 11-3
May 7, 2024
Kentucky pitcher Dominic Niman pitches the ball during the Kentucky vs Alabama baseball game on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 7-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
COLUMN: Shaky pitching threatens the ceiling of Kentucky baseball
May 4, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats infielder Ryder Giles (1) pitches the ball during the No. 13 Kentucky vs. Xavier baseball game on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 13-2. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Arkansas and Hagen Smith dismantle Kentucky baseball in game one
May 4, 2024
Kentucky infielder/outfielder Peyton Plotts (37) prepares to bat during the No. 21 Kentucky vs. Bellarmine softball match on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
No. 24 Kentucky softball swept by No. 3 Tennessee in final weekend of regular season
May 7, 2024
Kentucky pitcher Sydney Langdon (33) pitches the ball during the No. 21 Kentucky vs. Bellarmine softball match on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
No. 22 Kentucky softball falls short in final home series against South Carolina
May 1, 2024
Kentucky infielder Grace Lorsung (33) prepares to throw the ball after fielding it during the No. 21 Kentucky vs. Bellarmine softball match on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
No. 23 Kentucky softball takes series at Auburn 2-1
April 24, 2024
Kentucky infielder Grace Lorsung (33) prepares to throw the ball to first base during the No. 21 Kentucky vs. No. 3 LSU softball match on Friday, March 8, 2024, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 6-2. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
No. 23 Kentucky softball puts up 12 runs to defeat Western Kentucky
April 19, 2024
Kentucky infielder Margaret Tobias (12) runs towards first base during the No. 21 Kentucky vs. Bellarmine softball match on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
Kentucky softball outlasts No. 7 Georgia to claim thrilling series win
April 16, 2024
Jillian Procasky, Annie Riegert, and Makenzie Wilson watch their teammates perform during the No. 6 Kentucky vs No 5. Florida gymnastics meet on Sunday, March 3, 2024 at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 198.100-198.225.
‘Team 50’ ends historic season in NCAA Tournament Regionals
April 10, 2024
Cecily Rizo performs her bars routine during the No. 6 Kentucky vs No 5. Florida gymnastics meet on Sunday, March 3, 2024 at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 198.100-198.225.
Records continue to break for Kentucky gymnastics after finishing third in SEC Championship
March 28, 2024
Raena Worley winks after completing her bars routine during the No. 6 Kentucky vs No 5. Florida gymnastics meet on Sunday, March 3, 2024 at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 198.100-198.225.
Kentucky gymnastics sweeps Kidney Care Women’s Collegiate Gymnastics Championship
March 24, 2024
Raena Worley winks after completing her bars routine during the No. 6 Kentucky vs No 5. Florida gymnastics meet on Sunday, March 3, 2024 at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 198.100-198.225.
No. 6 Kentucky gymnastics falls on senior night
March 5, 2024
Cecily Rizo performs her bars routine during the No. 6 Kentucky vs No 5. Florida gymnastics meet on Sunday, March 3, 2024 at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 198.100-198.225.
PHOTOS: Kentucky gymnastics celebrates Senior Day against Florida
March 4, 2024
Members of the Kentucky mens tennis team celebrate during the No. 5 Kentucky vs. Illinois mens tennis match on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-3 Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
Jack Loutit comes back, clinches NCAA Super Regionals for Kentucky men’s tennis
May 7, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats junior Joshua Lapadat prepares to hit the ball during the No. 5 Kentucky vs. No. 6 South Carolina mens tennis match on Thursday, March 2, 2023, at the Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. South Carolina won 4-3. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
PREVIEW: Kentucky men’s tennis begins path to National Championship in Lexington
May 3, 2024
Kentucky players celebrate during the No. 7 Kentucky vs. No. 18 Alabama mens tennis match on Sunday, March 3, 2024, at the Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-2. Photo by Cameron Guagenti | Staff
Kentucky men’s tennis begins path to national championship with home first round
May 3, 2024
Kentucky senior Joshua Lapadat celebrates during the Kentucky vs Notre Dame mens tennis match on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
No. 1 Kentucky men’s tennis takes home SEC Championship title
April 24, 2024
Lizzy Stevens and Zoe Hammond during their doubles match vs Missouri on Mar. 29, 2024 in Lexington Kentucky at Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center. Kentucky won the match 4-0. Photo by Aidan Dillard-Hijikata | Staff
Kentucky women’s tennis falls to Auburn 4-0 in SEC Tournament
April 21, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats fifth year Richard Clark puts his hand in his pocket during the Kentucky vs. Morehead State rifle NCAA Qualifier on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Barker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky finished with a 4716 qualifying score. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky rifle earns 4,730 NCAA qualifying score
February 21, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats Rifle head coach Harry Mullins gives a speech after the Kentucky vs. Morehead State rifle NCAA Qualifier on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Barker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky finished with a 4716 qualifying score. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky rifle comes up short at West Virginia
February 11, 2024
Kentucky fifth year Emmie Sellers and junior Allison Buesseler prepare shots during the Kentucky vs. Ole Miss rifle match on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023, at the Buell Armory in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4718-4707. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky rifle defeats Navy, starts new season 2-0
November 6, 2023
Kentucky Rifle
Kentucky rifle opens new season with a bullseye, defeats Morehead State 4727-4661
October 20, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats fifth year Mitchell Nelson adjusts his stock during the Kentucky vs. Morehead State rifle NCAA Qualifier on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Barker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky finished with a 4716 qualifying score. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky rifle comes up short in NCAA Championships in Akron, takes bronze
March 13, 2023
The Kentucky STUNT team celebrates during the Kentucky vs. Alma STUNT game on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at the Clive M. Beck Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Alma won 17-13. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
Kentucky STUNT finishes 2024 season as national runner up
April 16, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats junior Gabbi Freeman competes during the Kentucky vs. Michigan State STUNT game on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Michigan State won 15-14. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky STUNT sweeps weekend in Ashland ahead of National Championship
April 7, 2024
Jocelyn Zerr (#19) and Chloe Lynch (#17) compete during the Kentucky vs. Alma STUNT game on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at the Clive M. Beck Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Alma won 17-13. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
Kentucky STUNT concludes California week 4-1
March 26, 2024
Jocelyn Zerr (#19) and Chloe Lynch (#17) compete during the Kentucky vs. Alma STUNT game on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at the Clive M. Beck Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Alma won 17-13. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
Kentucky STUNT boasts strong showing at Dallas Baptist Tournament
February 20, 2024
Emma Green competes during the Kentucky vs. Alma STUNT game on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at the Clive M. Beck Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Alma won 17-13. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
Kentucky STUNT splits season-opening double header against Ashland and Alma
February 9, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats outside hitter Reagan Rutherford (10) sets the ball during the Kentucky vs. Pitt volleyball match on Friday, Sept. 1, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 3-0. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky volleyball veteran Reagan Rutherford to enter transfer portal following NCAA Tournament loss
December 12, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats outside hitter Erin Lamb (13) waits during the Kentucky vs. Pitt volleyball match on Friday, Sept. 1, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 3-0. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky volleyball suffers 3-2 defeat in NCAA Tournament Sweet Sixteen
December 7, 2023
Kentucky celebrates a kill during the Kentucky vs. Baylor volleyball game on Friday, Dec. 1, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky seniors complete triumphant home finale with 3-0 win over Baylor in NCAA Tournament
December 5, 2023
Kentucky libero Eleanor Beavin digs a ball during the Kentucky vs. Wofford volleyball game on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky volleyball sweeps Wofford for 17th straight win to advance to NCAA Tournament Second Round
December 2, 2023
Kentucky setter Emma Grome (4) celebrates during the Kentucky vs. LSU volleyball match on Friday, Sept. 22, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky volleyball begins NCAA Tournament as No. 8 overall seed
November 27, 2023
Kentucky Midfielder Brennan Creek dribbles the ball during the Kentucky vs. Georgia State mens soccer match on Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky tied 2-2. Photo by Kyleigh Miller | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer books last second trip to NCAA Tournament
November 23, 2023
Kentucky Midfielder Brennan Creek dribbles the ball during the Kentucky vs. Georgia State mens soccer match on Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky tied 2-2. Photo by Kyleigh Miller | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer wraps up regular season with win over Georgia Southern
November 6, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats defender Marqes Muir (4) hypes up the crowd during the Kentucky vs. Lipscomb mens soccer match on Friday, Sept. 9, 2023 at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-2. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer stuns No. 1 Marshall 2-0, claims first conference victory
October 23, 2023
Kentucky midfielder Alfred Baafi dribbles the ball during the Kentucky vs. UCF mens soccer match on Friday, Sept. 29, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 1-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer saves draw against Georgia State to keep tournament hopes alive
October 20, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Johan Cedergren yells at a referee after a UK goal was called back during the University of Kentucky vs. Marshall University soccer game on Thursday, March 18, 2021, at the Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 1-0. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer’s Johan Cedergren remains confident as postseason play approaches
October 19, 2023
Kentucky midfielder Tanner Strickland chases after the ball during the Kentucky vs. Mississippi State womens soccer match on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 2-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky Women’s Soccer falls to the Georgia Bulldogs in SEC Championship Quarterfinals 2-1
November 9, 2023
Kentucky defender Grace Phillpotts takes a corner kick during the Kentucky vs. Mississippi State womens soccer match on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 2-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky Women’s Soccer claims victory against LSU, secures first SEC Tournament win since 2014
November 6, 2023
Kentucky defender Grace Phillpotts takes a corner kick during the Kentucky vs. Mississippi State womens soccer match on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 2-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky women’s soccer finishes regular season with 1-0 loss at Ole Miss
October 29, 2023
Kentucky midfielder Anna Young looks to pass the ball during the Kentucky vs. Mississippi State womens soccer match on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 2-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
No. 23 Kentucky women’s soccer edges Mizzou 1-0 in its final home game of the season
October 25, 2023
Kentucky midfielder Anna Young looks to pass the ball during the Kentucky vs. Mississippi State womens soccer match on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 2-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
No. 23 Kentucky women’s soccer drops second straight match, falls 1-0 to Georgia
October 20, 2023
A University of Kentucky track and field athlete gets ready for a race during the Jim Green Invitational at the Nutter Field House on Saturday, January 12, 2019, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Kentucky Kernel
Kentucky track and field wraps up regular season with new records
February 11, 2024
A Kentucky track and field athlete leads the pack in the 60 meter hurdles event during the Jim Green Invitational meet on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019 in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
Kentucky track and field set new records at Tom Jones Memorial
April 16, 2023
A University of Kentucky track and field athlete gets ready for a race during the Jim Green Invitational at the Nutter Field House on Saturday, January 12, 2019, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Kentucky Kernel
Masai Russell breaks 100-meter hurdles record at Texas Relays.
April 3, 2023
A University of Kentucky track and field athlete gets ready for a race during the Jim Green Invitational at the Nutter Field House on Saturday, January 12, 2019, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Kentucky Kernel
Kentucky track and field records personal bests at Black and Gold Invitational
March 21, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver Jordan Anthony (13) makes a heart at UK fans before the Kentucky vs. Iowa Music City Bowl football game on Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. UK lost 21-0. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff
Jordan Anthony and Masai Russell claim silver medals at NCAA Indoors
March 13, 2023
Katy Kunc runs in the 2017 Bluegrass Cross Country Invitational in Lexington, KY., which she went on to win. Kunc will be racing in the 2017 NCAA Cross Country Championships on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
Kentucky cross country places sixth in Alabama
October 17, 2023
Katy Kunc runs in the 2017 Bluegrass Cross Country Invitational in Lexington, KY., which she went on to win. Kunc will be racing in the 2017 NCAA Cross Country Championships on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
Kentucky men’s and women’s cross country compete in Sean Earl Lakefront Invitational
October 2, 2023
Kentucky cross country shines at Panorama Farms Invitational
October 19, 2022
Katy Kunc runs in the 2017 Bluegrass Cross Country Invitational in Lexington, KY., which she went on to win. Kunc will be racing in the 2017 NCAA Cross Country Championships on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
UK Women’s Cross Country finish third at NCAA Southeast Regional
November 12, 2021
Cross Country FSU Pre-Nationals
UKXC completes top-25 finish at FSU Pre-Nationals
October 15, 2021
Head coach Lars Jorgensen talks to assistant coaches during the UK Swimming and Diving meet against The Ohio State University on Friday, October 11, 2013, at the Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jonathan Krueger | Staff
Briggs Alexander and lawyers host press conference to discuss lawsuit against Kentucky and former head coach Lars Jorgensen
April 20, 2024
UK head coach Lars Jorgensen hugs signee Madison Winstead after she swam the 100m breaststroke during the UKs Sun Shall Shine Blue and White meet at Lancaster Aquatic Center in , Ky. on Friday, April 22, 2016. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff.
UK says it will cooperate with police after lawsuit alleges former coach sexually assaulted swimmers
April 17, 2024
UK head coach Lars Jorgensen hugs signee Madison Winstead after she swam the 100m breaststroke during the UKs Sun Shall Shine Blue and White meet at Lancaster Aquatic Center in , Ky. on Friday, April 22, 2016. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff.
BREAKING: Kentucky swim and dive accused of complicity in sexual violence against student athletes
April 12, 2024
A Kentucky mens swimmer competes during the Kentucky Swim & Dive Senior Night and meet against the University of Cincinnati on Friday, Feb. 2, 2024, at the Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky Mens swim & dive won 186-111, while Kentucky Womens swim & dive won 207-93. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Column: Kentucky swim and dive’s future is bright despite what the numbers indicate
March 28, 2024
Kentucky swimmers hug after competing during the 2024 SEC Mens and Womens Swimming & Diving Championships on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024, at the James E. Martin Aquatic Center in Auburn, Alabama. Photo by Jenna Lifshen | Staff
Kentucky swim and dive’s performance during the SEC Championships establishes 16 new top-ten program times
February 29, 2024
A member of the Kentucky mens golf team walks the course during the 2024 Mason Rudolph Championship tournament at Vanderbilt Legends-South Golf Course in Franklin, Tennessee. UK finished ninth. Photo provided by UK Athletics
Meet the team: UK men’s golf
April 24, 2024
A member of the Kentucky mens golf team walks the course during the 2024 Mason Rudolph Championship tournament at Vanderbilt Legends-South Golf Course in Franklin, Tennessee. UK finished ninth. Photo provided by UK Athletics
Kentucky men’s golf finishes ninth in Mason Rudolph Championship
April 13, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats womens golfer Laney Frye swings a wedge during the first round of the SEC Championships at Greystone Golf and Country Club in Birmingham, Alabama, on April 12, 2023. | Photo provided by UK Athletics.
Kentucky women’s golf finishes in top half of Clemson Invitational
March 30, 2024
Kentucky men’s golf opens spring season with sixth place finish at Briar’s Creek
February 9, 2024
Kentucky womens golfer Laney Frye competes in the third round of the NCAA Championship finals at Grayhawk Golf Club in Scottsdale, Arizona. Photo by Tim Cowie, provided by UK Athletics
Kentucky womens golf misses cut at SEC Championship
April 16, 2023
Kentucky defenseman Kyle Burke flips a puck off of his stick during the Kentucky vs. Xavier club hockey game on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023, at the Lexington Ice Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 11-1. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky hockey suffers conference tournament loss versus Miami (OH)
February 11, 2024
Members of the Kentucky hockey team celebrate during the Kentucky vs. Michigan hockey game on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2023, at the Lexington Ice and Recreation center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-1. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Kentucky hockey records victory in opening round of TSCHL Tournament
February 9, 2024
Members of the Kentucky hockey team celebrate during the Kentucky vs. Michigan hockey game on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2023, at the Lexington Ice and Recreation center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-1. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Kentucky hockey sweeps regular season finale against Michigan
February 9, 2024
Kentucky center Cameron Chabot (39) skates with the puck during the Kentucky vs. Boston University hockey game on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, at the Lexington Ice and Recreation center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 3-4. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky hockey suffers road loss at Ohio University
January 30, 2024
Kentucky defenseman Kyle Burke controls the puck during the Kentucky vs. Xavier club hockey game on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023, at the Lexington Ice Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 11-1. Photo by Kolby Wohl | Staff
Kentucky hockey sweeps weekend series over Louisville, keeps Bourbon Barrel Trophy
January 24, 2024
Kentucky freshman Matt Rankin hits the ball during the Kentucky vs Notre Dame mens tennis match on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
COLUMN: Kentucky men’s tennis freshmen and their role in undefeated SEC season
April 17, 2024
New University of Kentucky men’s basketball coach Mark Pope holds his first press conference on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at the Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
COLUMN: It’s a new era for Kentucky basketball, and it’s a breath of fresh air
April 14, 2024
Kentucky head coach John Calipari commands players during a timeout during the Kentucky vs. Tennessee mens’s basketball game on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 103-92. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
COLUMN: John Calipari’s move to Arkansas is better for him … and Kentucky
April 8, 2024
University of Kentucky mens basketball head coach John Calipari testifies in front of the Senate Education Committee in favor of Senate bill 6, which passed unanimously on Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022, at Kentucky State Capitol annex building in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
COLUMN: The decision to ban prop bets on college athletes is the right call and more states should move to do so
April 3, 2024
Kentucky players celebrate after Kentucky Wildcats infielder Grant Smith (12) hits a home run during the No. 18 Kentucky vs. Western Kentucky baseball game on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at Nick Denes Field in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Kentucky won 10-8. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
COLUMN: Kentucky’s “Bat Cats” a real threat to win the SEC
April 3, 2024
Editor-in-Chief Hannah Stanley poses for a portrait in front of the Kentucky Kernel office on Sunday, Aug. 20, 2023, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
From a dream to reality and now a farewell: Letter from the editor-in-chief
May 2, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli
Don’t believe everything you read online
April 29, 2024
Photo by Matthew Mueller
Learning how to jump without looking down: Words from a graduating editor
April 27, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli
Album review: ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ is a deeply personal and reflective high point of Taylor Swift’s career
April 23, 2024
UK head coach Lars Jorgensen hugs signee Madison Winstead after she swam the 100m breaststroke during the UKs Sun Shall Shine Blue and White meet at Lancaster Aquatic Center in , Ky. on Friday, April 22, 2016. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff.
EDITORIAL: UK must protect those who cannot protect themselves
April 23, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli
Album review: ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ is a deeply personal and reflective high point of Taylor Swift’s career
April 23, 2024
Rallyists hold up signs in opposition during the KY Fairness Rally on Feb. 15, 2023, at the Kentucky State Capitol in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
COLUMN: Nex Benedict deserved to live and so do trans youth in Kentucky
April 18, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli
COLUMN: Biden vs. Trump: Is this really the best we can do?
March 4, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli
COLUMN: iPhones vs. Androids: A guide to losing all your friends
February 20, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli
COLUMN: Was our childhood really that great, or is the world just exponentially worse now?
February 6, 2024
UK head coach Lars Jorgensen hugs signee Madison Winstead after she swam the 100m breaststroke during the UKs Sun Shall Shine Blue and White meet at Lancaster Aquatic Center in , Ky. on Friday, April 22, 2016. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff.
EDITORIAL: UK must protect those who cannot protect themselves
April 23, 2024
Graphic by College Heights Herald Commentary Editor Price Wilborn.
Editorial: Defending DEI against legislative threats is vital to the future of Kentucky
March 29, 2024
A man stands in protest for the lives killed in Gaza holding a sign that reads ceasefire now on Nov. 7, 2023, in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Editorial: A plea for peace: A ceasefire in Gaza is imperative
February 27, 2024
A dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is injected into a patient’s arm. Illustration by Abbey Cutrer
Editorial: Students have the power to cultivate a healthy campus
November 16, 2023
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear speaks on Monday, Oct. 23, 2023, before the fourth gubernatorial debate. Kentucky Lantern photo by Matthew Mueller
Editorial: We endorse Andy Beshear
October 24, 2023
BROADCAST: Inside Eastside Technical Center’s media & broadcast class
BROADCAST: Inside Eastside Technical Center’s media & broadcast class
May 2, 2024
BROADCAST: Medical Marijuana in Kentucky
BROADCAST: Medical Marijuana in Kentucky
April 29, 2024
Signs reading No Street Parking Permanent Closure Monday, April 8 remain around State Street on Friday, April 5, 2024, at State Street in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
BROADCAST: KY officials stress importance of work zone awareness
April 27, 2024
Students walk through campus on the first day of class on Monday, Aug. 21, 2023, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
The Kernel Chronicles: Episode 1
April 24, 2024
Counseling Psychology Ph.D. candidate Destin Mizelle speaks during the TEDxUKY Trailblazing event on Friday, April 12, 2024, at the Gatton Student Center Grand Ballroom in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
BROADCAST: Nigel Marcellus Taylor crosses off making a TEDx talk from his bucket list
April 23, 2024
BROADCAST: Inside Eastside Technical Center’s media & broadcast class
BROADCAST: Inside Eastside Technical Center’s media & broadcast class
May 2, 2024
BROADCAST: Medical Marijuana in Kentucky
BROADCAST: Medical Marijuana in Kentucky
April 29, 2024
Signs reading No Street Parking Permanent Closure Monday, April 8 remain around State Street on Friday, April 5, 2024, at State Street in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
BROADCAST: KY officials stress importance of work zone awareness
April 27, 2024
Students walk through campus on the first day of class on Monday, Aug. 21, 2023, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
The Kernel Chronicles: Episode 1
April 24, 2024
Counseling Psychology Ph.D. candidate Destin Mizelle speaks during the TEDxUKY Trailblazing event on Friday, April 12, 2024, at the Gatton Student Center Grand Ballroom in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
BROADCAST: Nigel Marcellus Taylor crosses off making a TEDx talk from his bucket list
April 23, 2024
Kentucky infielder Ryan Nicholson catches the ball during the Kentucky vs Alabama baseball game on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 7-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kernel at the Buzzer: The Bat Cats
April 5, 2024
Cars damaged from debris from the first round of storms near the Taylor Education Building on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Catching Up with the Kernel: Severe rainstorms, DEI editorial and the perfect day at Keeneland
April 3, 2024
Kentucky head coach John Calipari yells at his team during the No. 3 Kentucky vs. No. 14 Oakland mens basketball game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at the PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kernel at the Buzzer: The Calipari Conversation
March 28, 2024
Birds fly past the State Capitol in Frankfort, Kentucky, on Friday, October 13, 2023. Photo by Aidan Thompson
Catching Up with the Kernel: The Anti-Transparency Bill
March 27, 2024
POP! goes the Kernel: Ariana Grande’s ‘eternal sunshine’ and a pop culture Q&A
POP! goes the Kernel: Ariana Grande’s ‘eternal sunshine’ and a pop culture Q&A
March 22, 2024
John Calipari answers questions after watching the Selection Sunday show on Sunday, March 12, 2023, at Caliparis home in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
VIDEO: Kentucky mens basketball reacts to Selection Sunday results
March 15, 2023
A Southern Belle: His Journey for Identity
January 31, 2022
Homefield
June 9, 2021
The Little Things
June 9, 2021
Anita Crick kneels by her husband, Rodney, after measuring his blood oxygen levels on Feb. 22, 2021, in Nicholasville, Kentucky. Rodney recently returned home after a month of being hospitalized for COVID-19. Photo by Rachel Crick.
Lifeline: How one couple’s 55-year love story helped them beat COVID
June 8, 2021
Nour Shalash chants as she sits on the shoulders of her cousin Jenna Shalash during a solidarity rally for Gaza on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, outside of the William T. Young Library at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PHOTOS: Lexington community gathers at solidarity rally for Gaza
May 1, 2024
University of Kentucky sophomore Kamryn Lin puts their head in their hands as proposed shared governance changes pass during a Board of Trustees meeting on Friday, April 26, 2024, in Harris Ballroom at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PHOTOS: UK Board of Trustee’s passes proposed shared governance plans
April 26, 2024
Crowds gather near the track to watch the first race of the day on Friday, April 19, 2024, at Keeneland During College day in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
PHOTOS: Keeneland College Scholarship Day
April 23, 2024
People find a place to sit before a vigil for UK dance team member Kate Kaufling on Monday, April 15, 2024, at Greek Park at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Kaufling, a sophomore, died from bone cancer less than a year after her diagnosis. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PHOTOS: Celebration of life for Kate Kaufling
April 16, 2024
Christen Westphal drives the ball past a defender on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at Lynn Family Stadium in Louisville, Kentucky. Racing FC tied 0-0 with San Diego Wave. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
PHOTOS: Racing FC ties with San Diego Wave
April 15, 2024
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Lexington community members stand in solidarity with Gaza at rally on UK’s campus
Abbey Cutrer, Managing Editor • May 1, 2024
PHOTOS: Lexington community gathers at solidarity rally for Gaza
Abbey Cutrer, Managing Editor • May 1, 2024
UKY Film Festival awards 6 films at annual contest
Alexis Baker, Reporter • May 1, 2024
Judge dismisses Memorial Hall lawsuit but says mural must stay
Adah Hufana, Staff Reporter • April 30, 2024
Editor-in-Chief Hannah Stanley poses for a portrait in front of the Kentucky Kernel office on Sunday, Aug. 20, 2023, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
From a dream to reality and now a farewell: Letter from the editor-in-chief
Hannah Stanley, Editor-in-Chief • May 2, 2024

Out of all the stories I’ve ever written for the Kernel, this has been the most challenging. It’s not hard to thank everyone who’s helped me along the way and given me more memories than I’ll ever be able to remember, but saying goodbye...

Sports
Members of the Kentucky mens tennis team celebrate during the No. 5 Kentucky vs. Illinois mens tennis match on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-3 Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
Jack Loutit comes back, clinches NCAA Super Regionals for Kentucky men's tennis
Sara Gibson, Tennis Beat Leader • May 7, 2024

No. 5 Kentucky men’s tennis advanced to the NCAA Tournament Super Regionals with wins over DePaul and Illinois over the weekend.    The first win of the weekend came with a 4-0 sweep over the Blue Demons, where the Wildcats grabbed the...

Former Cat Adou Thiero joins former coach John Calipari in Arkansas
Cole Parke, Sports Editor • May 7, 2024
Kentucky baseball jumps to No. 4 in D1Baseball Week 13 Top 25
Jonathon Bruner, Baseball Beat Leader • May 7, 2024
Kentucky powers ahead, beats No. 2 Arkansas 7-4 in series clincher
Jonathon Bruner, Baseball Beat Leader • May 7, 2024
No. 24 Kentucky softball swept by No. 3 Tennessee in final weekend of regular season
Parker Scott, Softball Beat Leader • May 7, 2024
Features
Author-Illustrator Rachel Elliot sits in front of the graphic novel section of the Lucille Caudill Little Fine Arts Library on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
Art is the love of Rachel Elliott’s life
Morghan Swaim, Reporter • April 5, 2024
Kae Brandenburg, an Electrical Engineering major, poses for a portrait on March, 22, 2024, in Lexington Kentucky at the William T. Young Library. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Mullets: Past their prime or ‘hair’ to stay?
Natalia Garcia, Reporter • April 4, 2024
Ty Osborne, a media arts and studies student and professional voice actor, poses for a portrait inside the University of Kentuckys Media Depot on Feb. 5, 2024, in Lexington, Ky.
Behind the mic: UK student Ty Osborne finds success as a professional voice actor
Kristen Roberts, Staff Reporter • March 21, 2024
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Don’t believe everything you read online
Peyton Keyes, Reporter • April 29, 2024

I remember when everyone said the world would end in 2012. The Mayan calendar ended on December 21, 2012, which sparked speculation online as to what would occur on that date. According to a Reuters...

Learning how to jump without looking down: Words from a graduating editor
Gray Greenwell, Copy Editor • April 27, 2024
Album review: 'The Tortured Poets Department' is a deeply personal and reflective high point of Taylor Swift’s career
Gracie Moore, Digital Editor • April 23, 2024
EDITORIAL: UK must protect those who cannot protect themselves
Kentucky Kernel Editorial Board • April 23, 2024
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