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Kentucky Kernel

The Student News Site of University of Kentucky

Kentucky Kernel

The Student News Site of University of Kentucky

Kentucky Kernel

Gauging financial priorities: some UK faculty want athletics money put toward school

April 22, 2011

By Brian HancockAs debates continue over whether or not UK will build a new basketball arena, some faculty members feel the university has bigger priorities in other places.“Like most UK faculty and...

Higher tuition would benefit general budget

April 22, 2011

By Joy PriestWith the recently proposed tuition increase, undergraduate students are wondering where their extra money will be going.In an email to the Kernel on Wednesday, UK spokesman Jay Blanton said...

UK community gathers to remember lives lost

April 22, 2011

By Kayla WilliamsThe UK community gathered to remember loved ones lost this past year on Thursday afternoon on the north lawn of the Main building.Faculty, staff, students, alumni and the public were invited...

HealthCare mascot needs a person to fill the suit

April 22, 2011

By Beth KingUK HealthCare may have the perfect job for students who have a passion for working with kids.On Saturday, tryouts will be conducted to find the next two students who will become Stitches, the...

Commonwealth Stadium plans $6.25 million facelift

April 22, 2011

Rupp Arena hasn’t been the only renovation UK has been planning. Commonwealth Stadium, home to UK football, is receiving a few upgrades of its own.According to written statements from UK Athletics Director...

Fourth-degree assaults reported in library

April 21, 2011

By Drew TeagueThe UK Police Department issued a crime bulletin Wednesday, warning students of fourth-degree assaults that have occurred on campus early this week.In the bulletin, UKPD stated that the assaults...

Chain coffee dominates local cafes, despite similar prices

April 21, 2011

By Ally RogersStarbucks is everywhere.With four locations on campus and three more within a mile of Funkhouser, it’s hard to deny that Starbucks has taken over as the convenient coffee stop.“We try...

Student Center renovation design plans to develop in May

April 21, 2011

By Drew TeagueThe Student Center will be revamped for the first time since 1982 with improvements beginning shortly after the semester ends.The Board of Trustees recently approved $23 million worth of...

The Great Line of China

April 21, 2011

By Eva McEnruePanda Express opened its first location in the state Wednesday at the UK Student Center.Students eagerly waited in a line extending through the Student Center’s first floor and into the...

UK education group talks to elementary school kids

April 21, 2011

By Sam MorrisonThe UK Chapter of the Kentucky Education Association Student Program will hold its third annual “Arts for Smarts” Day at William Wells Brown Elementary School this Friday at 3 p.m.“Arts...

Faculty say study abroad has benefits: Programs assure safety for upcoming travels

April 20, 2011

By Hannah EllisIt is now possible for UK students to earn six credit hours for the price of one.It has become easier than ever for a student to study abroad and earn credits towards a specific major, according...

Off-campus housing site a tool for students: Page launched last year helps students find homes

April 20, 2011

By Lee DurstockFor some students, moving out of their dorm room can be too big of a fear to handle.The UK Off-Campus Student Services housing website can be a step forward in shaking the fears of finding...

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