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The Student News Site of University of Kentucky

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City asks for $1,500: SG could help fund traffic light near campus

February 11, 2011

UK Student Government may help the city of Lexington financially with a public works project.The proposal, which was brought to SG by Third District Councilwoman Diane Lawless, asked SG for $1,500 to help...

 

The social media police: Facebook has potential as a law enforcement tool

February 11, 2011

By Ally RogersFacebook — it’s a great tool to keep in touch with friends and family. It’s useful for employers to profile prospective employees.And now, it’s become a great tool for police departments...

Art programs extend to locals

February 11, 2011

By Amelia OrwickThis spring, the UK College of Fine Arts is giving local adults the opportunity to strengthen their art skills through non-credit courses.The courses have been offered for several years...

 

Doctor’s research works toward curing blindness

February 11, 2011

By Jarrod ThackerA cure for a leading cause of blindness may soon be within reach.UK medical researchers directed by Dr. Jayakrishna Ambati, professor of physiology and the vice-chair of UK HealthCare...

AP Board changes curriculum, Biology, US History to be revamped

February 10, 2011

By Rachel AretakisThe AP College Board is making major changes to its curriculum that will take effect in the 2012-13 school year.The curriculum changes, called “the New AP,” will greatly affect the...

Creating Dinosaurs, Popular lecture will allow larger crowd

February 10, 2011

By Drew TeagueJurassic Park may be getting closer to reality than students think.The world renowned paleontologist Jack Horner will be delivering a lecture on how scientists may be able to create dinosaurs...

Governor declares February Earthquake Awareness Month

February 9, 2011

By Hannah EllisWhen the month of February is mentioned, the first thought that comes to mind is Valentine’s Day or Black History Month. Now there is another label to add to the second month of the year:...

 

African American Encyclopedia first of its kind in Kentucky

February 9, 2011

By Jarrod ThackerThe first state encyclopedia exclusively centered upon the lives of African Americans is being written and is expected to be completed in 2013.The Kentucky African American Encyclopedia...

Lobbying for immigrants’ rights: Protesters want to keep law like Arizona’s out of Kentucky

February 9, 2011

By Gary HermannDemonstrators rallied on the steps of the state Capitol on Tuesday, to oppose Senate Bill 6, which is an attempt by lawmakers to decrease Kentucky’s population of undocumented immigrants.People...

Spring break prep: help to shed last few pounds

February 9, 2011

By Kelsey CaudillWith March right around the corner, many UK students are hitting the gym and cutting the calories to put the finishing touches on their spring break physiques.UK health consultants offer...

 

Barnhart given three-year contract extension, raise

February 9, 2011

UK Athletics Director Mitch Barnhart’s contract has been extended three more years on top of his existing five-year contract.The new deal will keep Barnhart at UK through 2019.“I want to finish some...

Honors Program awarded grant, money supports study abroad honor students

February 8, 2011

By Allie HuddlestonThis January, local charity Women and Philanthropy awarded a grant of nearly $19,000 to the UK Honors Program to support education abroad for honors students.The Honors Program was one...

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