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Kernel in Print- September 28, 2010

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Open publication – Free publishing – More safecats

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by Taylor Spaw UK’s Violence Intervention and Prevention Center is using art to tackle the issue of violence. The VIP Center will host mess-free finger painting on Wednesday, Sept. 29. Touch drawing consists of a Plexiglas board, ink and no mess. Becky Hill, an advocate for VIP, said touch painting can help address the sensitive [...]

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Let your guard down: when you give someone a chance

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by Laura Formisano I’ll admit it. I’m guarded. Not in a cold or shy sort of way. I could talk to a brick wall if I needed to.I try to be outgoing and friendly, and expect people to do the same. To really know me anyone else, however, is a more challenging task. For example, [...]

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Facebook movie is something to ‘like’

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by Colin Walsh I have to start with a message to my readers: don’t let predispositions deter you from seeing this film. Whether you love or hate the social and technological revolution that is Facebook, you can’t deny the immense impact it has had on the way we communicate. “The Social Network” reminds us of [...]

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UK doesn’t expect hangover after weekend’s loss

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Despite the losing streak to the Florida Gators extending to 24 games, the Cats are optimistic that they can forget about Saturday’s blowout. UK (3-1, 0-1 Southeastern Conference) can’t afford to dwell on the loss, UK head coach Joker Phillips said, with another SEC road game against Ole Miss (2-2, 0-1 SEC), upcoming this weekend. [...]

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Hockey dominates EKU in two-game series

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By Mills Armbruster sports@kykernel.com When it comes to ice hockey, the only time you usually hear of the number 14.5 is when you’re referring to the size of someone’s skates or gloves. This past weekend, the number had a much different meaning — the average number of goals scored against Eastern Kentucky. In the two [...]

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SAFECATS upping efforts

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By Brian Hancock It’s no secret that armed robberies have become somewhat prominent as of late.  With five robberies reported in the past two weeks, UK students are becoming more careful in regards to their campus traveling. One form of assistance many have been making use of is SAFECATS. SAFECATS, which stands for ‘Safe And [...]

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Colleges team up to teach rider safety

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By Margaret Steele Two UK colleges and UK Healthcare are teaming up to discuss horseback rider safety at the World Equestrian Games. Saddle Up SAFELY will be presented to the Games’ participants and spectators under the UK Pavilion throughout the Games.  The campaign is a joint collaboration by UK HealthCare, the UK College of Agriculture, [...]

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By Hayes Gardner A new fraternity with a mission to cultivate leadership is coming to UK. This year, Beta will be welcomed as the newest fraternity to join the University of Kentucky.  With a history of integrity and prestige, Beta hopes to extend their success at UK. According its website, Beta’s mission is “to become [...]

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Cats finish up road game swing at Tennessee

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The Cats are headed to Rocky Top to end a three game Southeastern Conference road trip against the rival Tennessee Volunteers. The Cats split their first two matches on the trip, losing at Auburn on Friday night, but winning at Georgia on Sunday. UK (8-6, 2-2 SEC) now faces it’s toughest road test yet in [...]

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