Hey citizen, what’s your China connection?

Guest Column by Buck Ryan
“Dad, is everything made in China?”
My second-grader fired that shot around the world shortly after her enthusiasm for reading spread from books to labels on her clothes — from T-shirts to dresses — and to tags on her toys — from Webkinz to American Girl Dolls.

Todd’s bonus counterintuitive during state’s tight budget

Guest Column by Taylor Shelton
Just in case you missed it, UK President Lee Todd will be receiving a $145,500 bonus this year. Yes, that number is nearly half of his annual base salary of $304,010 — the man just increased his 2007-08 income by 50 percent. Is this a bit outrageous? Simply put, yes.
But what
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UK begins to make first steps for smaller carbon footprint

As gas prices continue to soar, UK students, faculty and staff have another worry to add to their list of monetary concerns: the cost of commuting.
It’s a relief to see that the university is making steps toward creating a more environmentally friendly campus.

Don’t lose hope, UK fans: sports still exist

By James Pennington
Summertime is a great time for sports. Whether you are a Major League Baseball fan, a European soccer fan, an Olympic synchronized swimming fan, or a fan of just about anything in between, there’s a good chance you’ll get your fill before the summer is up.
However, UK athletics nuts are not in the
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News Briefs

Gaines Center receives new director
Classics professor Robert Rabel has been named director of the Gaines Center for the Humanities. The Center was created in 1983 to offer a unique program to foster appreciation for the humanities, according to the center’s Web site. Rabel will be the center’s third director and will begin serving Aug. 15.
At
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SG travels to D.C. to share student financial concerns

In an effort to gain federal funding for higher education, members of Student Government went to Washington, D.C., to meet with the Kentucky delegation last week.
SG President Tyler Montell said the group went to the capitol with two goals in mind: to maintain the relationship established by former SG President Nick Phelps with Kentucky’s elected officials
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The Dame offered a window to the musical world

By Matt Jordan
Our world got a little smaller and a lot darker last week with the closing of Lexington’s last real music venue. During its short run, The Dame hosted such internationally known bands as De La Soul, the Zombies, Guided by Voices and Neko Case.
It was a gift while it lasted. And though it
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Farewell, my lady

For the past week, Lexington residents have come out to say goodbye to a block that has represented Lexington nightlife for the past five years.
Sunday night marked the final evening of live music at The Dame, a music venue and bar located on 156 W. Main St. All businesses on the block have closed, including
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Forestry professor dies pursuing his passion

By Alice Haymond
UK forestry professor Dave Maehr was a man of “unwavering commitment” to conserving natural environments and animals, such as the black bear. Maehr, 52, was working on a project to save a bear population in Florida when he died last week in a plane crash.
“His passion was conserving and protecting wildlife and wild
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UK must do more to address concerns about Robinson Forest

Guest column by Taylor Shelton
For the past twelve months, a dedicated group of Kentuckians have tried to stick it to the man. I say tried because, apparently, we have failed.
When I first heard last June that UK was planning a large-scale clear-cut of Robinson Forest, I was confused. Not only did I not know why
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