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UK head coach Lars Jorgensen hugs signee Madison Winstead after she swam the 100m breaststroke during the UK's "Sun Shall Shine" Blue and White meet at Lancaster Aquatic Center in , Ky. on Friday, April 22, 2016. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff.
Former UK swim coach Lars Jorgensen ‘permanently ineligible’ from coaching
October 10, 2025
Contestants dance during the opening number at the 36th Annual 2025 Mr. & Ms. Black UK Scholarship Pageant hosted by The Mu Epsilon Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated and the University of Kentucky’s Black Student Union on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025, at Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Kenzie Cummings | Staff
Mr. & Ms. Black UK Scholarship Pageant celebrates Black excellence
October 9, 2025
UK students paint pumpkins in the Multidisciplinary Science Building on the University of Kentucky's campus on October 7, 2025, in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Holly Netzley | Staff
‘Violence doesn’t find a home here:’ VIP Center honors Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October 8, 2025
A mural of a wildcat is displayed in Alumni Gym on Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2022, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Alumni Gym closed due to flooding, partial reopening aimed for Oct. 20
October 8, 2025
Panelists respond to audience and speaker Sherelle Roberts’ questions about the future of AI at the Ideas That Matter: The Future of Earth and AI event on Monday, Oct. 6, at the Lewis Honors College in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Isabella Lindsey | Staff
‘Are the robots going to take your job?’ Honors college event explores AI impacts
October 7, 2025
University of Kentucky students hold hands while taking a moment of silence for the deaths in Palestine during the “Two Years Too Many” protest on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025, at William T Young Library in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff
PHOTOS: Protest during ‘All out for Gaza’ week
October 8, 2025
Panelists respond to audience and speaker Sherelle Roberts’ questions about the future of AI at the Ideas That Matter: The Future of Earth and AI event on Monday, Oct. 6, at the Lewis Honors College in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Isabella Lindsey | Staff
‘Are the robots going to take your job?’ Honors college event explores AI impacts
October 7, 2025
Adam Agoub, the Muslim Student Association president and senior marketing major poses for a photo on Monday, Sept. 29, 2025, on the University of Kentucky’s campus in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Casey Sebastiano | Staff
‘It is what shapes me:’ Adam Agoub seeks excellence through faith
October 7, 2025
Melissa Scholes Young, a professor of creative writing and English at the University of Kentucky, poses for a photo in her office in Patterson Office Tower on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Hannah Piedad | Staff
Humans of UK: Melissa Scholes Young connects community with art
October 6, 2025
Racers cheer during the Ribbon Run 5K on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025, on the UKY campus in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Jack Bates | Staff
DanceBlue ‘Ribbon Run 5K’ fundraises to fight pediatric cancer
October 6, 2025
Authors Rachel Elliot and Willie Carver Jr. watch Frank X Walker deliver a story to the audience during the LGBT Trailblazers event on Monday, March 3, 2025, at the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Rachel Trotter | Staff
‘UK Trailblazers’ share journeys of literary joy and hardship during Lunch and Lit
March 4, 2025
A crowd of students gather with signs to protest outside the William T. Young Library during the Day of DEI Protest on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
UK students protest for state-wide ‘Day of DEI’
March 1, 2025
President Eli Capilouto addresses executive order changes, potential impacts to UK
President Eli Capilouto addresses executive order changes, potential impacts to UK
February 28, 2025
Kentucky Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman speaks during the Lewis Honors College Leadership Conference on Saturday Feb. 22, 2025 at University of Kentucky Lewis Honors College in Lexington Kentucky. Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff
Kentucky lieutenant governor speaks at Leadership Conference hosted by Singletary Scholars
February 24, 2025
How President Trump’s federal loan and grant halt affects UK Research
How President Trump’s federal loan and grant halt affects UK Research
February 19, 2025
Adam Agoub, the Muslim Student Association president and senior marketing major poses for a photo on Monday, Sept. 29, 2025, on the University of Kentucky’s campus in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Casey Sebastiano | Staff
‘It is what shapes me:’ Adam Agoub seeks excellence through faith
October 7, 2025
Melissa Scholes Young, a professor of creative writing and English at the University of Kentucky, poses for a photo in her office in Patterson Office Tower on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Hannah Piedad | Staff
Humans of UK: Melissa Scholes Young connects community with art
October 6, 2025
President of the African Student Association at the University of Kentucky, Eugene Renner, poses for a photo at the J. David Rosenberg College of Law building, on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Sydney Novack | Assistant Photo Editor
‘Two different worlds:’ Eugene Renner bridges generational gaps
October 3, 2025
Jockey’s ride horses to and from the track during morning training on opening day of Keeneland’s fall meet on Friday, Oct. 3, 2025, in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Photo Editor
PHOTOS: Morning training on Keeneland’s opening day
October 3, 2025
Vice Mayor of Lexington Dan Wu poses for a photo at the grocery store, Good Foods Co-op, on Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025, in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Hannah Piedad | Staff
Advocate, immigrant, ‘third-culture kid:’ Dan Wu breaks barriers
October 1, 2025
University of Kentucky students hold hands while taking a moment of silence for the deaths in Palestine during the “Two Years Too Many” protest on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025, at William T Young Library in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff
PHOTOS: Protest during ‘All out for Gaza’ week
October 8, 2025
UK to determine future of partnerships, funding for identity-based groups
UK to determine future of partnerships, funding for identity-based groups
October 1, 2025
Explained: US government shutdown and how it affects UK
Explained: US government shutdown and how it affects UK
October 1, 2025
Kristen Kuveikis poses for a portrait on Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Isabella Sepahban | Staff
‘I was his world:’ A daughter remembers her father’s sacrifice on 9/11
September 12, 2025
A firefighter rings the bell during the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb on Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Photo Editor
PHOTOS: Annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb
September 11, 2025
The Peaceful Bluegrass Resistance protests before the board of trustees meeting on Friday, April 25, 2025, at the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
Protestors organize at UK Board of Trustees meeting; board passes presidential recommendations
April 30, 2025
University of Kentucky President, Eli Capilouto, addresses the board and attendees during the board of trustees meeting on Friday, April 25, 2025, at Harris Ballroom in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
UK Board of Trustees approves LLC to oversee athletics operations
April 26, 2025
UK President Eli Capilouto. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Capilouto: Some international UK graduate students’ visas, status revoked
April 4, 2025
International students potentially affected by future immigration policy
International students potentially affected by future immigration policy
March 3, 2025
A crowd of students gather with signs to protest outside the William T. Young Library during the Day of DEI Protest on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
UK students protest for state-wide ‘Day of DEI’
March 1, 2025
Vice Chief Regional Circuit Judge Thomas Travis listens to the Kentucky Kernel’s attorney Mike Abate during a hearing for the lawsuit between The Kernel Press Inc. and the University of Kentucky on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, in Robert F. Stephens Circuit Courthouse Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
UK provides Kernel with requested documents per court order
May 7, 2025
Circuit Judge Thomas Travis listens to the Kentucky Kernel’s attorney Mike Abate during a hearing for the lawsuit between The Kernel Press Inc. and the University of Kentucky on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, in Robert F. Stephens Circuit Courthouse Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Kernel lawsuit to be ruled on within 30 days
March 25, 2025
Former UK student Sophia Rosing walks into her sentencing on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024, at the Robert F. Stephens Circuit Courthouse in Lexington, Kentucky. Rosing was sentenced to 12 months in jail for assaulting a student desk clerk in November 2022. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Former UK student asks for early release from 12-month sentence
February 27, 2025
Kernel sues UK over withheld records
Kernel sues UK over withheld records
November 25, 2024
Timothy Umstead's 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
Freshman Senator Conner Brumley speaks to fellow University of Kentucky SGA members during the SGA Safety Alliance Caucus on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025, at the University of Kentucky Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
UK Student Government Association senators welcome 2025-2026 senate
April 13, 2025
Presidential Candidate Morgan Brooke speaking during the SGA Presidential Debate on Monday, Feb. 17, 2025, at the Worsham Room in the Gatton Student Center. Photo by Dayssia Jones | Staff
Presidential and vice presidential candidates share platforms at SGA debate
February 18, 2025
University of Kentucky Student Government Association senate executive council members discuss the Y’all Means All resolution, on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, in the E. Britt Brockman Senate Chamber in the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Casey Sebastiano | Staff
UKSGA puts off resolution reaffirming commitment to inclusivity amid anti-DEI legislation
February 13, 2025
University of Kentucky Student Government Association (UKSGA) senate executive council members address the student fee allocation committee roster during a full senate meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, in the E. Britt Brockman Senate Chamber in the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Hannah Piedad | Staff
UK SGA expands Senate seats, amendments made to Constitution
February 3, 2025
Freshman Senator Conner Brumley speaks to fellow University of Kentucky SGA members during the SGA Safety Alliance Caucus on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025, at the University of Kentucky Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
UK SGA holds first ‘Wildcats Safety Alliance Caucus’
January 17, 2025
Police: Parked car at UK set on fire intentionally
Police: Parked car at UK set on fire intentionally
June 9, 2025
Addison Adkins and Angus Thompson sit in court for preliminary hearing on Monday, March 17, 2025, at Fayette County District Court in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
Judge sends UK students arrested for rape and strangulation to grand jury
April 17, 2025
Circuit Judge Thomas Travis listens to the Kentucky Kernel’s attorney Mike Abate during a hearing for the lawsuit between The Kernel Press Inc. and the University of Kentucky on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, in Robert F. Stephens Circuit Courthouse Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Kernel lawsuit to be ruled on within 30 days
March 25, 2025
Chase McGuire leaves the podium at his preliminary hearing on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, at the Robert F. Stephens District Courthouse in Lexington, Kentucky. McGuire is facing charges of rape, strangulation, sodomy and sexual abuse of a UK student. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Case of rape, strangulation of UK student dismissed by grand jury
March 22, 2025
Addison Adkins walks out of his arraignment with Mike Roland, his defense attorney, on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at the Robert F. Stephens District Courthouse in Lexington, Kentucky. Adkins is facing charges of rape in the first-degree and strangulation in the second-degree. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
UK students arrested for on-campus rape
March 4, 2025
Kentucky Women’s Basketball head coach Kenny Brooks waves to the crowd during Big Blue Madness on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Four-star Emily McDonald commits to Kentucky, joins nation’s top 2026 class
October 10, 2025
Kentucky midfielder Catherine Rapp, about to tackle Vanderbilt defender Mary Beth McLaughlin during the soccer game against Vanderbilt on Sunday, October 5th, 2025, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Matias Dauelsberg | Staff
Khadijah Cissé emphasizes growth after Kentucky’s hard-fought 2-1 loss to Vanderbilt
October 9, 2025
Kentucky men’s golf keeps Cullan Brown’s spirit alive at home tournament
October 9, 2025
Martin Breysach returns the ball from an opponent’s serve during the tennis match vs. Memphis on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-3 Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Kentucky men’s tennis falls just short at ITA All-American Championships
October 9, 2025
Zoe Hammond serves the ball 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
Hammond, Zhu shine for Kentucky women’s tennis at ITA All-American Championships
October 9, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Stoops shrugs during the Kentucky vs. Texas football game Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas. Kentucky lost 31-14. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kernel at the Buzzer: A Long Road Ahead
December 8, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats forward Andrew Carr (7) and Kentucky Wildcats guard Kerr Kriisa (77) hug after a timeout was called during the basketball game vs. Lipscomb Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: A New Era
November 22, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats guard Jaxson Robinson (2) celebrates with Kentucky Wildcats center Amari Williams (22) after defeating Duke during the basketball game vs. Duke on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024, at State Farm Arena in Atlanta , Georgia . Kentucky won 77-72 Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: Popes and Devils
November 15, 2024
Kentucky wideout Fred Farrier II (13) jogs off the field during the football game vs. Auburn on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: Turning the Page
November 1, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats quarterback Brock Vandagriff (12) looks for an open receiver during the football game vs. Florida on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida. Kentucky lost 48-20. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: One Last Chance
October 25, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope cheers with fans while heading to the locker room during the basketball game vs. Louisville on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky 93-85. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
COLUMN: After losing five-star Taylen Kinney to Kansas, Mark Pope should set his sights on three recruits
October 6, 2025
Former Kentucky head coach Rick Pitino and current Kentucky head coach Mark Pope wave to the crowd during Big Blue Madness on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Kentucky basketball’s Big Blue Madness sells out in under half an hour
September 28, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats head coach John Calipari talks with guard John Wall (11) during the first half of the No. 1 Kentucky vs. No. 16 East Tennessee State mens basketball game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday, March 18, 2010, at New Orleans Arena in New Orleans. Kentucky won 100-71. Photo by Britney McIntosh | Kentucky Kernel
John Wall retires from basketball and joins the NBA Prime broadcast team
August 22, 2025
Kentucky commit Malachi Moreno poses for a photo after committing to Kentucky on Friday, August 16, 2024, in the Great Crossing High School Indoor Gym in Georgetown, Kentucky. Photo by Cole Parke | Staff
Malachi Moreno reflects on his high school career and upcoming journey as a Kentucky Wildcat
July 17, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope speaks to members of the press after the first round of the NCAA men’s basketball tournament vs. the Troy Trojans on Friday, March, 21, 2025, at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Kentucky won 76-57. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
INCONSISTENT OR OVERWORKED: A breakdown of Kentucky men’s basketball transfer Jaland Lowe’s 2024 season
July 2, 2025
Kentucky Women’s Basketball head coach Kenny Brooks waves to the crowd during Big Blue Madness on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Four-star Emily McDonald commits to Kentucky, joins nation’s top 2026 class
October 10, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Kenny Brooks and guard Georgia Amoore (3) watch free throws during the Kentucky vs. Miss. St. women’s basketball game on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 91-69. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
BREAKING: Georgia Amoore drafted No. 6 in 2025 WNBA Draft by the Washington Mystics
April 14, 2025
Kentucky women’s basketball coach Kenny Brooks greats the studio as he walk on set on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, at Central Bank Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
Kentucky women’s basketball earns commitment of former Hilltopper Josie Gilvin
April 11, 2025
Kentucky women’s basketball coach Kenny Brooks greats the studio as he walk on set on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, at Central Bank Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
No. 16 Kentucky women’s basketball ranked in final AP Top 25 ranking of season for first time since 2022
April 7, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Cassidy Rowe (5) celebrates after a good quarter for the Wildcats during the Kentucky vs. Purdue Fort Wayne women’s basketball game on Monday, Nov. 18, 2024, at Historical Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 79—67. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff
‘I Poured Everything I Have Into This Program.’ Cassidy Rowe ends her basketball career with the same loyalty that defined it
April 5, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver Ja'Mori Maclin (9) removes helmet after an incomplete pass during the football game against Eastern Michigan on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won 48-23. Photo by Sydney Novack | Assistant Photo Editor
FAITH OVER FEAR: Ja’Mori Maclin’s journey has him focused on greater impact in life
October 7, 2025
A Kentucky Wildcat fan hold up their hat during the football game against Georgia on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025, at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 35-14. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Photo Editor
VIDEO: Kentucky football falls to No. 12 Georgia in Athens Ga.
October 4, 2025
Georgia Bulldogs defensive lineman Josh Horton (81) and linebacker Kris Jones (28) tackle Kentucky Wildcats running back Seth McGowan (3) during the football game against Georgia on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025, at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 35-14. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Photo Editor
PHOTOS: Kentucky football falls in Athens 35-14
October 4, 2025
Kentucky running back Seth McGowan runs through Georgia defenders during the first half of the football game against Georgia on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025, at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Photo Editor
At the whistle: Kentucky football dismantled by No. 12 Georgia, falls 35-14 in blowout loss
October 4, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats tight end Josh Kattus (84) celebrates scoring a touchdown during the first half of the football game against Eastern Michigan on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Photo Editor
PREVIEW: Kentucky football looks to bounce back on the road against No. 12 Georgia
October 3, 2025
the during the baseball game vs. Evansville on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky 24-3 Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
A late rally by West Virginia ends Kentucky baseball’s season in the Clemson Regional
June 1, 2025
Kentucky infielder Tyler Bell (6) drinks water from a bat after scoring a run during the baseball game vs. NIU on Tuesday, March. 11, 2025, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Kentucky baseball dominates Clemson 16-4 to advance in the Clemson Regional
June 1, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats pitcher Ethan Walker (46) throws the first pitch of the Kentucky vs. Hofstra baseball game on Sunday, Mar. 2, 2025, at Kentucky Proud Park. Kentucky won 9-1. Photo my Greysun Niehaus | Staff
Kentucky baseball avoids elimination in 7-3 win over USC Upstate
May 31, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats infielder Tyler Bell (6) pitches during the baseball game vs. NIU on Tuesday, March. 11, 2025, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff
Kentucky baseball falls in walk off fahsion to West Virginia in game one of Clemson Regional
May 30, 2025
Kentucky wildcats celebrate a win after the Kentucky vs Texas baseball game on Saturday, Apr. 12, 2025 at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-4. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
PREVIEW: Kentucky baseball’s road back to Omaha starts in the Clemson Regional
May 29, 2025
Kentucky pitcher Sarah Haendiges (30) celebrates after striking out a batter for the third out during the Kentucky vs. Missouri softball match on Friday, March 7, 2024 at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 6-4. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff
Julie Kelley and Sarah Haendiges come through in lopsided sweep to No. 12 South Carolina
May 2, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats celebrate after the Kentucky vs. Missouri softball match on Friday, March 7, 2024 at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 6-4. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff
Kentucky softball dominates Western Kentucky in 9-1 mercy-rule win
April 21, 2025
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
Peyton Plotts shines in Kentucky softball’s doubleheader sweep of Boston
April 14, 2025
The Kentucky softball team cheers with the crowd after the game against Marshall on Wednesday, March 11, 2020, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 16-15. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
Kentucky softball improves to 15-0 all-time against Marshall with 7-3 win
April 14, 2025
Kentucky pitcher Sarah Haendiges (30) celebrates after striking out a batter for the third out during the Kentucky vs. Missouri softball match on Friday, March 7, 2024 at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 6-4. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff
Kentucky softball splits doubleheader with Auburn
April 14, 2025
Kentucky Wildcat Gymnast, Chesney Bennett, flips on the beam for her routine during the Senior Night meet vs. Arkansas on Friday, Mar. 7, 2025, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 197.925-197.725. Photo by Jack Stamats | Staff
Historic performance from Florida sees Kentucky gymnastics fall short to end regular season
April 3, 2025
Kentucky Wildcat Gymnast, Creslyn Brose, hugs her coach after her beam routine during the Senior Night meet vs. Arkansas on Friday, Mar. 7, 2025, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 197.925-197.725. Photo by Jack Stamats | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky Gymnastics defeats Arkansas 197.925 to 197.725
March 10, 2025
University of Kentucky Gymnast Skyler Killough-Wilhem marched out during the Kentucky vs. Louisiana State women's gymnastics meet on Feb. 21, 2025 at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 197.200-197.075. Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff
Kentucky gymnastics wraps up home season with stellar showing versus Arkansas
March 9, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats gymnast Sharon Lee competes on vault during the Kentucky vs LSU women’s gymnastics meet on Friday, Feb. 21, 2025 at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 197.200-197.075. Sydney Yonker | Staff
Late stumble and fall cause Kentucky gymnastics to lose away at Georgia
March 3, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats Haley Davis Beginning her performance on the mat during the gymnastics meet vs. Temple on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 197.175-194.200. Photo by Robby Robinson | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky Gymnatiscs falls to LSU 197.200 – 197.075
February 24, 2025
Martin Breysach returns the ball from an opponent’s serve during the tennis match vs. Memphis on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-3 Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Kentucky men’s tennis falls just short at ITA All-American Championships
October 9, 2025
Zoe Hammond serves the ball 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
Hammond, Zhu shine for Kentucky women’s tennis at ITA All-American Championships
October 9, 2025
Members of the Kentucky men's tennis team celebrate during the No. 5 Kentucky vs. Illinois men's tennis match on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-3 Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
Despite losses, Kentucky men’s tennis shows a promising future in two rising stars
September 21, 2025
Kentucky sophomore Zoe Hammond celebrates after winning a point during the Kentucky vs Wichita State women's tennis match on Friday, Feb. 9, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-2. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky women’s tennis season comes to an end in the SEC Tournament
May 13, 2025
Kentucky sophomore Zoe Hammond dives for the ball Kentucky junior Lidia hits the ball Kentucky junior Lidia Gonzalez prepares to hit the ball during the Kentucky vs Wichita State women's tennis match on Friday, Feb. 9, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-2. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky women’s tennis dominates Missouri and Saint Louis after falling to No. 13 Vanderbilt
May 7, 2025
University of Kentucky rifle team members aim at their targets during the Kentucky vs. West Virginia rifle match on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, at Baker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 4749 to 4716. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
Kentucky rifle finishes second in GARC Championship to West Virginia
March 4, 2025
University of Kentucky rifle team members aim at their targets during the Kentucky vs. West Virginia rifle match on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, at Baker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 4749 to 4716. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
No. 3 Kentucky rifle loses in a nailbiter to No. 1 West Virginia
February 12, 2025
Kentucky fifth year Jaden Thompson lines up a shot 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
No. 3 Kentucky rifle suffers first loss of 2024-25 season at No. 2 Alaska Fairbanks
February 3, 2025
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
No. 1 Kentucky rifle defeats No. 10 Memphis thanks to strong performance by Braden Peiser
January 21, 2025
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
No. 1 Kenutcky rifle bests No. 5 Murray State to remain undefeated
January 21, 2025
The Kentucky and Alma STUNT teams shake hands after 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 wins Mid America West Conference Championship
April 9, 2025
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 sweeps Trevecca Nazarene Tournament to improve to 24-1
April 3, 2025
The Kentucky and Alma STUNT teams shake hands after 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 drops first game of season during lengthy stint in California
March 28, 2025
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 sweeps double header versus Muskingum to improve to 11-0
March 5, 2025
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 sweeps Midwest Showdown to improve to stunning 9-0
March 2, 2025
Kentucky players Jordyn Dailey, Kassie O’Brien and Molly Tuozzo celebrate with Lizzie Carr after scoring a point against South Carolina on Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025, in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Vincenzo Ciaramitaro | Staff
Three key takeaways from No. 3 Kentucky volleyball’s sweep over Georgia
October 2, 2025
The Kentucky volleyball team celebrates a made point during the Kentucky against South Carolina women’s volleyball game on Wednesday, Sep. 24, 2025, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won 3-0. Photo by Dayssia Jones | Staff
No. 3 Kentucky women’s volleyball dominates in SEC opener, downs South Carolina in three-set sweep
September 25, 2025
South Carolina outside hitter Nia Hall (15) and middle blocker Emily Beeker (17) attempt to block a hit during the Kentucky against South Carolina women’s volleyball game on Wednesday, Sep. 24, 2025, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won 3-0. Photo by Dayssia Jones | Staff
PHOTOS: No. 3 Kentucky sweeps South Carolina
September 25, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats libero Eleanor Beavin (6) digs a ball during the Kentucky vs Minnesota volleyball game on Friday, Dec. 6, 2024, at Historical Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
VIDEO: No. 3 Kentucky Wildcats begin SEC conference play with sweep of South Carolina
September 25, 2025
Kentucky celebrates a point during the volleyball game against Louisville Friday, Sept. 19, 2025, at KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Ky. Kentucky won 3-2. Photo by Sydney Novack | Assistant Photo Editor
PREVIEW: No. 3 Kentucky volleyball opens conference play against South Carolina
September 24, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats forward Isaiah Chisolm (9) scores during the soccer game against Louisville on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025, at Wendell & Vickey Ball Stadium in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won 2-0. Photo by Kenzie Cummings | Staff
Two late goals by Isaiah Chisolm make the difference in Kentucky men’s soccer 2-0 win over James Madison
October 7, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats forward Isaiah Chisolm (9) scores during the soccer game against Louisville on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025, at Wendell & Vickey Ball Stadium in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won 2-0. Photo by Kenzie Cummings | Staff
VIDEO: No. 24 Kentucky soccer shuts down James Madison 2-0
October 5, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats defender Josh Gordon (2) fights for position of the ball during the soccer game against Louisville on Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2025, at Dr. Mark & Cindy Lynn Stadium in Louisville, Ky. Kentucky tied 2-2. Photo by Kenzie Cummings | Staff
PHOTOS: No. 18 Kentucky and Louisville tie 2-2
September 24, 2025
Kentucky forward Isaiah Chisolm (24) celebrates after scoring a goal during the Kentucky vs. Northern Kentucky men's soccer game on Friday, Aug. 16, 2024, at Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
No. 22 Kentucky men’s soccer snaps two year losing streak to UCF, beats Knights 3-2 in SBC opener
September 23, 2025
Molly Healy, freshman Hospitality, Management and Tourism student cheers at the Kentucky Men's Soccer game vs. Virginia Tech at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex on Monday, Sep. 2, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky. The teams tied 2-2. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
No. 18 Kentucky men’s soccer remains undefeated in 1-1 tie with Bowling Green
September 16, 2025
Kentucky midfielder Catherine Rapp, about to tackle Vanderbilt defender Mary Beth McLaughlin during the soccer game against Vanderbilt on Sunday, October 5th, 2025, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Matias Dauelsberg | Staff
Khadijah Cissé emphasizes growth after Kentucky’s hard-fought 2-1 loss to Vanderbilt
October 9, 2025
Kentucky Midfielder Thalia Morisi tries to keep possession of the ball on Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024, at Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor. Kentucky Defeated Detroit Mercy 2-0.
Offensive spurts stunted by stellar defense results in 1-1 tie for Kentucky women’s soccer against Florida
October 6, 2025
Kentucky midfielder Catherine Rapp, about to tackle Vanderbilt defender Mary Beth McLaughlin during the soccer game against Vanderbilt on Sunday, October 5th, 2025, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Matias Dauelsberg | Staff
VIDEO: Kentucky women’s soccer loses nail-biter to No. 24 Vanderbilt 2-1
October 6, 2025
Multiple players jump for a Kentucky corner kick in the final minutes of the soccer match against Alabama on Friday, Sept. 26, 2025, at Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex, in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won 2-1. Photo by Jack Bates | Staff
Kentucky women’s soccer stuns No. 25 Alabama with late penalty for 2-1 upset
September 28, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats midfielder Sophia Mattice (12) scores the final penalty kick to win the game in the Kentucky vs. WVU soccer match on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex, in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-2 in penalties in the first round of the NCAA Women’s Soccer Championship. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff
VIDEO: Kentucky outlasts No. 25 Alabama in a close 2-1 soccer match
September 27, 2025
Kentucky athlete Carlie Makarawu warms up in the indoor facility, next to the media workspace, before final track events begin during the 2025 SEC Outdoor Championships on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at UK Outdoor Track and Field Facility in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Photo Editor
HISTORY: Carlie Makarawu breaks Zimbabwe 200m sprint record, sweeps event in the 2025 NCAA Championships
June 14, 2025
Arkansas men’s track celebrates winning the SEC title by dumping water on Head Coach Chris Bucknam during the 2025 SEC Outdoor Championships on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at UK Outdoor Track and Field Facility in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Photo Editor
PHOTOS: Arkansas, Georgia win at SEC Track and Field Championships
May 18, 2025
Kentucky track and field ends indoor season at NCAA Championships
April 3, 2025
A Kentucky track and field athlete competes in the pole vault competition during the Jim Green Invitational meet on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019 in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
Kentucky track and field wraps up SEC Indoor Championships
March 8, 2025
Kentucky track and field completes simultaneous events in Clemson and Boston
February 21, 2025
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
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October 15, 2021
A Kentucky women's 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 Men's swim & dive won 186-111, while Kentucky Women's swim & dive won 207-93. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
VIDEO: Kentucky swimming and diving teams split to face off in the blue vs. white meet
September 27, 2025
A Kentucky men's 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 Men's swim & dive won 186-111, while Kentucky Women's swim & dive won 207-93. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky swim and dive shines at Nationals, two Wildcats earn Team USA bids
June 14, 2025
A Kentucky women's 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 Men's swim & dive won 186-111, while Kentucky Women's swim & dive won 207-93. Photo by Cameron Guagenti
Kentucky swim and dive gains Olympic experience in transfer Esteban Núñez del Prado
April 9, 2025
Kentucky men’s swimmer Carson Hick competes during the NCAA Men's Swimming and Diving Championships on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at the IU Natatorium in Indianapolis, Indiana. Photo by Jenna Lifshen | Staff
Kentucky swim and dive sees records broken at NCAA national championships
April 3, 2025
A Kentucky swimmer competes during the 2024 SEC Men's and Women's Swimming & Diving Championships on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024, at the James E. Martin Aquatic Center in Auburn, Alabama. Photo by Jenna Lifshen | Staff
Kentucky swimmers participate in Last Chance Meet
March 5, 2025
Kentucky men’s golf keeps Cullan Brown’s spirit alive at home tournament
October 9, 2025
Kentucky women's golf sophomore Brooke Oberparleiter at the Bettie Lou Evans Invitational at Keene Trace Golf Club in Nicholasville, Kentucky. Photo provided by UK Athletics
Anastasia Hekkonen and Cathryn Brown fuel hot start for Kentucky women’s golf with individual wins
October 6, 2025
A member of the Kentucky men's 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
PREVIEW: A look at Kentucky men’s golf for the 2025-26 season
September 18, 2025
Kentucky men’s golf finishes Desert Mountain Collegiate tied for ninth
March 10, 2025
Kentucky women’s golf concludes Darius Rucker Intercollegiate in last place
March 9, 2025
The Kentucky hockey team poses for a photo with the trophy at the Kentucky vs. Louisville hockey game on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023, at the Lexington Ice Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 7-2. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky hockey sweeps Louisville in weekend series to clinch third straight Bourbon Barrel
January 29, 2025
Kentucky center Marc L'Heureux (37) celebrates 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 ends 2024 with sweep of Ohio State
December 10, 2024
Kentucky players celebrate after scoring a goal during the Kentucky vs. Penn State hockey match on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, at the Lexington Ice and Recreation Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-1. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky club hockey splits home-and-home series against Cincinnati
November 18, 2024
Kentucky fan Gavin Marshall, 16, shouts 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 club hockey moving up to ACHA men’s Division-I, highest level of non NCAA hockey
November 11, 2024
Fans react to Kentucky scoring a goal during the Kentucky vs. Penn State hockey match on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, at the Lexington Ice and Recreation Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-1. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky hockey scores 23 combined goals in two-game sweep over Bowling Green State Univeristy
November 10, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Stoops watches as time runs out of the third quarter during the football game against Eastern Michigan on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won 48-23. Photo by Sydney Novack | Assistant Photo Editor
COLUMN: The ghosts of Mark Stoops’ past are catching up to him
September 21, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats fans hold up Cassidy Rowe cutouts during the Kentucky vs. Louisville women’s basketball game on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, at Historical Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 71—61. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
COLUMN: Letting go of Cassidy Rowe was an act of betrayal to Kentuckians
March 31, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (00) smiles after he gets up from being fouled during the basketball game vs. the Missouri Tigers on Tuesday, March. 8, 2025, at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, Missouri. Kentucky won the game 91-83. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
COLUMN: 14 SEC teams in the NCAA Tournament isn’t just a possibility, it’s a reality
March 13, 2025
LSU Tigers guard Cam Carter (5) is fouled by Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (00) during the basketball game vs. the LSU Tigers on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 95-64. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
COLUMN: NIL is the lifeblood of the SEC and LSU is falling behind fast
March 12, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope watches as his team loses during the basketball game vs. Ole Miss on Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025, at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion in Oxford, Mississippi. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
COLUMN: With or without Lamont Butler, Kentucky’s play in Oxford was unacceptable
February 5, 2025
Adam Agoub, the Muslim Student Association president and senior marketing major poses for a photo on Monday, Sept. 29, 2025, on the University of Kentucky’s campus in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Casey Sebastiano | Staff
‘It is what shapes me:’ Adam Agoub seeks excellence through faith
October 7, 2025
Melissa Scholes Young, a professor of creative writing and English at the University of Kentucky, poses for a photo in her office in Patterson Office Tower on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Hannah Piedad | Staff
Humans of UK: Melissa Scholes Young connects community with art
October 6, 2025
President of the African Student Association at the University of Kentucky, Eugene Renner, poses for a photo at the J. David Rosenberg College of Law building, on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Sydney Novack | Assistant Photo Editor
‘Two different worlds:’ Eugene Renner bridges generational gaps
October 3, 2025
Vice Mayor of Lexington Dan Wu poses for a photo at the grocery store, Good Foods Co-op, on Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025, in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Hannah Piedad | Staff
Advocate, immigrant, ‘third-culture kid:’ Dan Wu breaks barriers
October 1, 2025
Taylora Schlosser shows artwork made by Taylor Rae Nolan’s, her daughter, in her basement on Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, at her home in Springfield, Ky. Photo by Sylvia Freire | Staff
‘This is every day of my life:’ How a mother’s grief turns into hope
September 30, 2025
Illustration by Ashleigh Jones
‘The Life of a Showgirl’ is actually an unimpressive spectacle
October 8, 2025
Illustration by Ashleigh Jones
The death of debate: How rage bait replaced real conversation
October 6, 2025
Illustration by Ashleigh Jones
Hispanic Heritage Month: An opportunity to embrace culture
October 1, 2025
Illustration by Anna Zheng
Coachella isn’t what it used to be, from its lineup to its culture
September 24, 2025
Illustration by Ashleigh Jones
Consumerism is Gen Z’s favorite trend
September 23, 2025
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
The ceasefire in Gaza is misleading
February 9, 2025
Illustration by Cameron Holmes.
Another four years of Trump will be disastrous for civil rights
February 2, 2025
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
COLUMN: Democrats gifted Trump his second term
November 24, 2024
Illustration by Cameron Holmes.
COLUMN: There is nothing undemocratic about third parties
November 4, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
COLUMN: Kamala Harris has a Palestine problem
September 28, 2024
Editorial: Transparency isn’t optional
Editorial: Transparency isn’t optional
August 27, 2025
A UKPD police officer surveys a crowd on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024, outside of the William T. Young Library in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
EDITORIAL: Assaults, shootings and silence: UK’s safety crisis requires transparency
February 26, 2025
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
EDITORIAL: Your vote matters
October 22, 2024
UK head coach Lars Jorgensen hugs signee Madison Winstead after she swam the 100m breaststroke during the UK's "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.
BROADCAST: DEI Editorial
March 29, 2024
VIDEO: Betting on the future: College students take over Keeneland
VIDEO: Betting on the future: College students take over Keeneland
October 10, 2025
Contestants dance during the opening number at the 36th Annual 2025 Mr. & Ms. Black UK Scholarship Pageant hosted by The Mu Epsilon Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated and the University of Kentucky’s Black Student Union on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025, at Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Kenzie Cummings | Staff
VIDEO: Winners crowned at 36th Mr. and Ms. Black UK Scholarship Pageant
October 10, 2025
Adam Agoub, the Muslim Student Association president and senior marketing major poses for a photo on Monday, Sept. 29, 2025, on the University of Kentucky’s campus in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Casey Sebastiano | Staff
VIDEO: ‘It is what shapes us:’ Adam Agoub fosters community through his religious journey
October 7, 2025
Panelists respond to audience and speaker Sherelle Roberts’ questions about the future of AI at the Ideas That Matter: The Future of Earth and AI event on Monday, Oct. 6, at the Lewis Honors College in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Isabella Lindsey | Staff
VIDEO: UK Lewis Honors College panel examines future of AI
October 7, 2025
Melissa Scholes Young, a professor of creative writing and English at the University of Kentucky, poses for a photo in her office in Patterson Office Tower on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Hannah Piedad | Staff
Humans of UK: Melissa Scholes Young connects community with art
October 6, 2025
VIDEO: Betting on the future: College students take over Keeneland
VIDEO: Betting on the future: College students take over Keeneland
October 10, 2025
Contestants dance during the opening number at the 36th Annual 2025 Mr. & Ms. Black UK Scholarship Pageant hosted by The Mu Epsilon Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated and the University of Kentucky’s Black Student Union on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025, at Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Kenzie Cummings | Staff
VIDEO: Winners crowned at 36th Mr. and Ms. Black UK Scholarship Pageant
October 10, 2025
Adam Agoub, the Muslim Student Association president and senior marketing major poses for a photo on Monday, Sept. 29, 2025, on the University of Kentucky’s campus in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Casey Sebastiano | Staff
VIDEO: ‘It is what shapes us:’ Adam Agoub fosters community through his religious journey
October 7, 2025
Panelists respond to audience and speaker Sherelle Roberts’ questions about the future of AI at the Ideas That Matter: The Future of Earth and AI event on Monday, Oct. 6, at the Lewis Honors College in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Isabella Lindsey | Staff
VIDEO: UK Lewis Honors College panel examines future of AI
October 7, 2025
VIDEO: UK Eventing gears up to defend national championship
VIDEO: UK Eventing gears up to defend national championship
October 6, 2025
University of Kentucky students hold hands while taking a moment of silence for the deaths in Palestine during the “Two Years Too Many” protest on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025, at William T Young Library in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff
PHOTOS: Protest during ‘All out for Gaza’ week
October 8, 2025
Georgia Bulldogs defensive lineman Josh Horton (81) and linebacker Kris Jones (28) tackle Kentucky Wildcats running back Seth McGowan (3) during the football game against Georgia on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025, at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga. Georgia won 35-14. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Photo Editor
PHOTOS: Kentucky football falls in Athens 35-14
October 4, 2025
Jockey’s ride horses to and from the track during morning training on opening day of Keeneland’s fall meet on Friday, Oct. 3, 2025, in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Photo Editor
PHOTOS: Morning training on Keeneland’s opening day
October 3, 2025
A calf from Harvest Home Dairy drinks water during the Over the Moon event on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, at The 90 in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff
PHOTOS: Cow petting on UK’s campus
October 2, 2025
Students react as Kahris Hanson walks away after debating Lydia Taylor Davis before the Make Gen Z Anti-abortion event on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, at Alumni Commons in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Photo Editor
PHOTOS: Debates during ‘Make Gen Z Anti-Abortion’
October 1, 2025
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Mr. & Ms. Black UK Scholarship Pageant celebrates Black excellence
Abigail Wright, Staff Reporter • October 9, 2025
‘Violence doesn’t find a home here:’ VIP Center honors Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Ari Contreras, Reporter • October 8, 2025
Alumni Gym closed due to flooding, partial reopening aimed for Oct. 20
Hannah Piedad, Assistant Features Editor • October 8, 2025
UK head coach Lars Jorgensen hugs signee Madison Winstead after she swam the 100m breaststroke during the UK's "Sun Shall Shine" Blue and White meet at Lancaster Aquatic Center in , Ky. on Friday, April 22, 2016. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff.
Former UK swim coach Lars Jorgensen ‘permanently ineligible’ from coaching
Laurel Swanz and Sylvia Freire • October 10, 2025

The U.S. Center for SafeSport ruled yesterday that former University of Kentucky swim coach Lars Jorgensen is “permanently ineligible” from coaching due to sexual violence, according to its Centralized Disciplinary Database.  The database...

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Kentucky Women’s Basketball head coach Kenny Brooks waves to the crowd during Big Blue Madness on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Four-star Emily McDonald commits to Kentucky, joins nation’s top 2026 class
Brett Ramsey, Women's Basketball Beat Head • October 10, 2025

Four-star Emily McDonald announced her commitment to Kentucky on Wednesday afternoon, becoming the third member of the Wildcats’ 2026 class. Kentucky now leads the country in commitments from players ranked in the top 25 of the SportsCenter...

Khadijah Cissé emphasizes growth after Kentucky’s hard-fought 2-1 loss to Vanderbilt
Cat Beck, Sports Reporter • October 9, 2025
Kentucky men’s golf keeps Cullan Brown’s spirit alive at home tournament
Rylee Spence, Sports Reporter • October 9, 2025
Kentucky men’s tennis falls just short at ITA All-American Championships
Lance Roth, Sports Reporter • October 9, 2025
Hammond, Zhu shine for Kentucky women’s tennis at ITA All-American Championships
Lance Roth, Sports Reporter • October 9, 2025
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Adam Agoub, the Muslim Student Association president and senior marketing major poses for a photo on Monday, Sept. 29, 2025, on the University of Kentucky’s campus in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Casey Sebastiano | Staff
‘It is what shapes me:’ Adam Agoub seeks excellence through faith
Casey Sebastiano, Special Projects Reporter • October 7, 2025
Melissa Scholes Young, a professor of creative writing and English at the University of Kentucky, poses for a photo in her office in Patterson Office Tower on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Hannah Piedad | Staff
Humans of UK: Melissa Scholes Young connects community with art
Jamie Danna, Reporter • October 6, 2025
President of the African Student Association at the University of Kentucky, Eugene Renner, poses for a photo at the J. David Rosenberg College of Law building, on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Sydney Novack | Assistant Photo Editor
‘Two different worlds:’ Eugene Renner bridges generational gaps
Sammy Wynn, Reporter • October 3, 2025
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