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Jamilyn Hall, Opinions Editor

Opposing goals: Editors battle over rim

Same height a score for equalityWomen have fought for the right to vote, for the ability to drive and for equality itself. Now some women want to change the game of equality — to lower standards in the...

Kappa Alpha Order going crazy with Candy Shop in Lexington, Ky., in 2015. Photo by Lydia Emeric | Staff

Ritual brings the magic to Greek life

Lexington Souers March 21, 2016

There’s something magical about Greek life — about the secret folds that gather each member in and provide a unique college experience.This magic is more than date parties, recruitment and Spring Break....

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Venture Studio turns students into entrepreneurs

February 18, 2016

Located in Gatton is a studio that’s paving the way for students with interest in the entrepreneurial world. The Venture Studio hosts a variety of competitions and programs throughout the year, most...

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Spice up winter with apple cake

By Lexington Souers [email protected] February 15, 2016

Winter in Lexington is here to stay. The weather is cold and the snow seems to not be letting up anytime soon.While UK keeps delivering cancellations and now a 2-hour delay, students get cooped up inside...

Ben Martin, left, Julia Fabiani, middle, and Stefanie Pagano, right, are working to build up Race Assured, their business venture to promote research that predicts when horses will sustain injuries.

3 students changing the horse industry

Lexington Souers February 14, 2016

Three UK students are in the business of prevention, and it could have a huge impact on the horse industry. Their project, named Race Assured, uses blood samples to forecast potentially devastating injuries,...

The sororities giving pep talks and getting pumped for Greek Sing 2015. Photo by Lydia Emeric | Staff

Under the lights, don’t lose sight of why we Greek Sing

Lexington Souers February 12, 2016

This weekend, the Taylor Swifts are separated from the Beyonces, the Bruno Mars from the Bonos.This weekend is the ultimate dance off. This weekend is war.Chi Omega and Alpha Tau Omega will host GreekSing,...

Ph.D. filming ‘what women are made of’

Lexington Souers February 11, 2016

Valentine’s Day will offer a very unique celebration for Lexington artist and Ph.D. candidate Bianca Spriggs. The self-described multi-disciplinary artist is spending the day of love doing what she loves,...

First Lady Patsy Todd greets 2005 Homecoming King and UK cornerback Antoine Huffman at halftime.

First black UK Homecoming King reflects on campus’ support

Lexington Souers February 7, 2016

October 29, 2005 was a special day for UK Alumnus Antoine Huffman.“When you look at how everything evolved and happened with the history of the university, that’s what made it so shocking,” Huffman...

Tumbling over racism

UK’s first black cheerleader recalls obstacles, triumphs February 3, 2016

For the month of February the Kernel will be telling the story of 29 notable African American Alumni. These features are in conjunction with the UK Alumni Association project "They Came Before: The Legacy...

Elaine Wilson was the first African American Alumni President and Kentucky Babe, an off shoot the ROTC. She is pictured here with her Kentucky Babe teammates. 

Paving way to inclusivity at UK

January 31, 2016

By Lexington [email protected]’s first African-American graduate student arrived in 1949, but African-American undergraduate students were not allowed until 1954. Elaine Wilson, UK’s first...

Lexington Souers, Features Editor

The Market at 301 makes for a great Friday plan

Lexington Souers January 22, 2016

On a normal Friday night, there’s nothing better to do than visit the local vendors and artisans at The Market at 301. Part market, part eatery and always a good time, the event allows Lexingtonians...

Lexington Souers, Features Editor

Senioritis hurts chapter unity

Lexington Souers January 16, 2016

There are a lot of last firsts to being a senior: your last first day of school, your last first spring rush party and your last first chapter meeting.Chapter meetings have a special place in my heart....

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