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Former UK debate team coach JW Patterson dies, leaves behind decades of legacy

Alexis Baker, News Editor January 11, 2024

JW Patterson, a longtime University of Kentucky professor and renowned debate team director, died over winter break at the age of 95, the College of Communication and Information announced in a release.  Services...

Firefighters and hospital staff gather outside Good Samaritan Hospital after a fire alarm was set off on Thursday, January 11, 2023, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Kentucky Kernel

Good Samaritan Hospital evacuated, Lexington Fire Department on scene

Alexis Baker, News Editor January 11, 2024

The ground floor of UK Good Samaritan Hospital was evacuated this afternoon after an incident with an electrical panel and transformer, according to Ashley Montgomery-Yates, a member of the hospital’s...

Attendees gather at the start of the UK Art Museum Member and Public Reception event on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024, at the University of Kentucky Art Museum in the Singletary Center for the Arts building in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff

PHOTOS: UK Art Museum showcases new exhibition

Samuel Colmar, Asst. Photo Editor January 11, 2024

The UK Art Museum, a part of the College of Fine Arts, held a public reception for the general public to showcase its new exhibition, “Disguise the Limit: John Yau’s Collaborations" on Wednesday,...

Attendees discuss artwork during the UK Art Museum Member and Public Reception event on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024, at the University of Kentucky Art Museum in the Singletary Center for the Arts building in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff

UK Art Museum showcases new exhibition, holds public reception

Adah Hufana, Staff Reporter January 11, 2024

The UK Art Museum, a part of the College of Fine Arts, held a public reception for the general public to showcase its new exhibition, “Disguise the Limit: John Yau’s Collaborations.” According...

Andy Beshear delivers State of the Commonwealth Address on Jan. 3, 2023.

Gov. Beshear outlines steps to build a ‘better, brighter Kentucky’ during State of the Commonwealth Address

Casey Sebastiano, Assistant News Editor January 4, 2024

Gov. Andy Beshear delivered his State of the Commonwealth Address from the Kentucky House of Representatives Chamber in Frankfort on Wednesday, Jan. 3. Beshear highlighted the changes made during his...

Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.

Need a ride? How to sign up for Wildcab Vouchers

Adah Hufana, Staff Reporter December 26, 2023

Wildcab Vouchers, a late-night transportation service for UK students, will return to campus next spring, according to the UK Transportation Services website. The Wildcab Vouchers service gives students...

Gov. Andy Beshear speaks to the crowd of students on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023, outside the Gatton Student Center at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Smallwood | Staff

President Capilouto supports Gov. Beshear’s proposed investment in higher education

Kristen Roberts, Staff Reporter December 19, 2023

UK President Eli Capilouto sent a campus-wide email informing students and faculty of Gov. Andy Beshear’s budget proposal for the 2024-2026 school years. The email was sent on Tuesday, Nov. 19 after...

Attendees get in line for food during an event celebrating a living Palestine on Friday, Dec. 15, 2023, in the Gatton Student Center, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff

PHOTOS: Community members gather during the ‘Celebration of a Living Palestine’

Abbey Cutrer, Managing Editor December 16, 2023

The University of Kentucky's Muslim Student Association presented 'A journey for the soul: Celebrating a living Palestine', an event including the showcasing of art, sharing a meal, watching performances...

Gov. Andy Beshear is sworn in during the 62nd Kentucky inauguration ceremony on Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2023, at the Kentucky State Capitol in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff

‘We love you, and we will get the job done.’ Beshear officially inaugurated for 2nd term

Alexis Baker, News Editor December 12, 2023

FRANKFORT – Gov. Andy Beshear and Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman were sworn in for a second term at the Kentucky State Capitol surrounded by friends, family and constituents.  Beshear and Coleman were...

Attendees bow their heads in prayer during the 62nd Kentucky inauguration ceremony on Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2023, at the Kentucky State Capitol in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff

PHOTOS: Beshear officially inaugurated on Capitol grounds

Abbey Cutrer, Managing Editor December 12, 2023

Attendees gather for Kentucky's 62nd inauguration ceremony on Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2023, at the steps of the Kentucky State Capitol in Frankfort, Kentucky.

A blue circle outlines the area behind the University Flats where a four-story dorm awaits building plans. The build is awaiting legislative approval as the University of Kentucky has seen an influx in enrollment and demand for on-campus housing. (December 2023) Illustration by Abbey Cutrer.

UK Board of Trustees approves $81 million residence hall construction plans

Alexis Baker, News Editor December 8, 2023

An $81 million, four-story building with 644 beds for undergraduate students is awaiting legislative approval as the University of Kentucky has seen an influx in enrollment and demand for on-campus housing,...

University of Kentucky President Eli Capilouto walks to the Podium during the Board of Trustees Meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff

UK Board of Trustees names new health education building, discusses university financial reports

Ava Bumgarner December 8, 2023

The University of Kentucky Board of Trustees approved the official name of the new health education building as the Michael D. Rankin M.D. Health Education Building at a Dec. 5 meeting. Dr. Rankin attended...

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