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Kentucky Kernel

The Student News Site of University of Kentucky

Kentucky Kernel

Kentucky Wildcats running back Benny Snell Jr. (26) scores a touchdown during the Governors Cup game against Louisville at Kroger Field on Saturday, November 25, 2017 in Lexington, Kentucky. Louisville won 44-17. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

Pair of Cats earn All-SEC honors

Kernel Sports Staff December 4, 2017

The Associated Press released its All-SEC teams on Monday, and UK football found two of its players on the list.Benny Snell and Josh Allen were both named to All-SEC teams, with Snell landing on the first...

UK president announces two candidates for provost position

News Staff December 4, 2017

President Eli Capilouto announced two candidates for provost consideration via a campus-wide email Monday. "I am pleased to let you know that I have asked Dean Donna Arnett (of the College of Public Health)...

Head coach John Calipari of the Kentucky Wildcats screams at his players during the game against Harvard Saturday, December 2, 2017 in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky defeated Harvard 79-70. Photo by Carter Gossett | Staff

Cats fall one spot in newest AP Poll

Kernel Sports Staff December 4, 2017

Just two days after Kentucky basketball defeated Harvard 79-70, Kentucky dropped one spot in the AP Poll released on Monday.The Cats checked in as the No. 8 team in the nation after being ranked No. 7...

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The Summit was full of holiday cheer on Saturday with Lights Up event and Maker’s Mark Pop Up

Blake Fister December 4, 2017

Maker’s Mark hosted a pop up event this Saturday, Dec. 2, at The Summit to accept canned goods and donations for those in need this holiday season.The Summit was hosting its first annual Lights Up day...

Snowman w/ iPod

Pigg’s Playlist: Holiday Tunes

Kayla Pigg December 4, 2017

As a kid I always knew the holidays were on the way when my mom and dad played Harry Connick Jr.'s first and best Christmas album "When My Heart Finds Christmas.” Casually sitting in a chair by the fire...

The Kentucky Wildcat and Kentucky cheerleaders create a pyramid during the game against Fort Wayne on Wednesday, November 22, 2017 in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 86-67. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

UK cheer has a big opportunity to expand its sport

Chris Leach December 4, 2017

The biggest stage in all of sports is arguably the Olympics, as fans of all sports from around the globe tune in to watch their country compete against the world’s best. With so many people watching,...

Navigating the Capital of Spain: Madrid

Catherine Heredia December 4, 2017

If you plan on traveling to Madrid, this guide will tell you the best means to discover this beautiful city. Madrid is a huge city, but using the transportation system will get you wherever you need to...

UK student played as part of SEC Student Music Ensemble

Michael Ayers December 4, 2017

Some students dream their goals will come true and others go make their dreams a reality. Kirby Davis’s dream became a reality this past week.Kirby Davis, a UK student and Greenville resident, was one...

UK students art was displayed in the School of Art and Visual Studies building during the annual Open Studio event on Dec. 1, 2017.

UK art students showcased their talent ahead of the holidays

Taylor Hubbard December 4, 2017

UK art students spend much of their time in the School of Art and Visual Studies building, working on their projects.Open Studio is a chance for them to throw open the doors and let the public see their...

UK athletics director Mitch Barnhart talks to the media after the ceremony for the new baseball stadium, scheduled to be finished fall 2018. Members of the University of Kentucky baseball team, coaching and supporting staffs, and season ticket holders signed a beam that was incorporated into the new baseball stadium on campus. The beam was installed during the topping-out ceremony on Thursday, November 2, 2017 in Lexington, Kentucky, which is a tradition in the construction of large structures signifying the placement of the largest or highest piece of steel on the structure. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

Barnhart glad the bowl game gives UK a chance to show who they are

Chris Leach December 4, 2017

The last image Kentucky fans have of their football team was all the unsportsmanlike penalties and undisciplined play that took place against Louisville.The showing left a negative feeling over UK’s...

Kentucky dance team members walk during the Cat Walk prior to the Governors Cup game against Louisville at Kroger Field on Saturday, November 25, 2017 in Lexington, Kentucky. Louisville won 44-17. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

UK Athletics faces attendance conflict following selection to Music City Bowl

Chase Campbell December 3, 2017

After UK football (7-5) was selected on Sunday to play in the Music City Bowl against Northwestern (9-3) on Dec. 29 in Nashville, many fans had an enormous concern.The game is set to kick off the same...

Maci Morris takes the ball down the court during the game against Tennessee Tech on Sunday, December 3, 2017 in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Chase Phillips | Staff

UK rebounds from Baylor loss by defeating Tennessee Tech

Brianna Dooley December 3, 2017

The UK women’s basketball team bounced back from their loss at Baylor and defeated Tennessee Tech 82-54 on Sunday afternoon. The Cats shined defensively and offensively during the first half, opening...

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