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The gates open during Race 11 at Keeneland on Saturday, April 4, 2026, in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Brooke Johnson | Kentucky Kernel
PHOTO: Keeneland Spring Meet comes to a close
Editorial: Is UK's path to AI use as clear as they're making it out to be?
Editorial: Is UK’s path to AI use as clear as they’re making it out to be?
VIDEO: What to expect from the AI major
VIDEO: What to expect from the AI major
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What to expect from the AI major
Christian Dordelly, left, holds the arm of his uncle, Javier Rodriguez, as he sits with his sister Evelyn, grandmother Evelina, and sister Jenny Gutiérrez (center), who is holding her daughter, Diana, the day before his departure in Caracas, Venezuela.
Carrying Venezuela in a Backpack
VIDEO: Testing UK’s residence hall security
VIDEO: Testing UK’s residence hall security
PODCAST: Inside the experiment- UK residence hall security put to the test
PODCAST: Inside the experiment- UK residence hall security put to the test
Kentucky’s ‘Blue Blood’ status is history
Kentucky’s ‘Blue Blood’ status is history
Are residence halls safe?
Are residence halls safe?
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Turning the Page
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Turning the Page
The gates open during Race 11 at Keeneland on Saturday, April 4, 2026, in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Brooke Johnson | Kentucky Kernel
PHOTO: Keeneland Spring Meet comes to a close
Editorial: Is UK's path to AI use as clear as they're making it out to be?
Editorial: Is UK’s path to AI use as clear as they’re making it out to be?
VIDEO: What to expect from the AI major
VIDEO: What to expect from the AI major
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What to expect from the AI major
Christian Dordelly, left, holds the arm of his uncle, Javier Rodriguez, as he sits with his sister Evelyn, grandmother Evelina, and sister Jenny Gutiérrez (center), who is holding her daughter, Diana, the day before his departure in Caracas, Venezuela.
Carrying Venezuela in a Backpack
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UK alerts campus of flash flood warning
Kentucky hurdler competes in the 100m hurdles during the NCAA East first round championship track meet on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at the University of Kentucky Outdoor Track & Field Complex in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Kate Bonafede | Kentucky Kernel
UK investigation found former UK track coach made inappropriate remarks to student athletes
UK appoints new Lewis Honors College dean
UK appoints new Lewis Honors College dean
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Kentucky State University reopens campus after receiving safety threat
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UK plans $580 million utilities plant for Chandler Hospital expansion
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UK alerts campus of flash flood warning
UK appoints new Lewis Honors College dean
UK appoints new Lewis Honors College dean
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UK plans $580 million utilities plant for Chandler Hospital expansion
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UK appoints new chair of animal care and use committee
Students enter the 90 on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026, in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Scout Tarquinio | Kentucky Kernel
UK to reduce meal plan costs by 5%
UK appoints new Lewis Honors College dean
UK appoints new Lewis Honors College dean
UK proposed budget includes employee raises, tuition, financial aid increases
UK proposed budget includes employee raises, tuition, financial aid increases
University of Kentucky President Eli Capilouto listens to a discussion between board members during the board of trustees meeting on Friday, April 24, 2026, at Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Scout Tarquinio | Kentucky Kernel
UK Board of Trustees approve 2% tuition increase for students
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UK to receive $30 million to renovate campus
College of Health Sciences announces new dean
College of Health Sciences announces new dean
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Kentucky State University reopens campus after receiving safety threat
The “Two Keys” sign got put up at the new location at 503 S. Upper Street on Monday, March 23, 2026, in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Brooke Johnson | Kentucky Kernel
Two Keys permit issue regarding green space postponed amid neighborhood concerns
Golden Plate and Jockey Jose L. Ortiz prepare to enter the racetrack during the Keeneland College Scholarship Day on Friday, April 11, 2025, at Keeneland Racetrack in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff
Cherie DeVaux becomes first victorious female trainer in Kentucky Derby after late surge from long shot Golden Tempo
Comic Con attracts thousands of fans and vendors to the Lexington Convention Center Friday, March 11, 2016 in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Joel Repoley | Staff.
Lexington Comic & Toy Convention unites community and gives back
Ariana Rodriguez, President of The Lucky Ones Foundation, hugs members after giving a speech during The Luckiest Benefit hosted by The Lucky Ones: Impact on Foster Youth, on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at Gatton Student Center, Worsham Cinema in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
Miss Kentucky advocates for foster youth at The Luckiest Benefit
President Donald J. Trump and Ed Gallrein shake hands at Verst Logistics on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, in Hebron, Ky. Photo by Brooke Johnson | Kentucky Kernel
Massie loses Republican primary to Trump-backed candidate
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UK notifies campus of Canvas shutdown after millions of records stolen in data breach
Protestor Tyler Clark waves an American Flag during the “No Kings” protest at the Robert F. Stephens Courthouse Plaza on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Brooke Johnson | Kentucky Kernel
Thousands attended third No Kings protest in Lexington
Photo from the 1963 Kentuckian edition featuring Nancy Long, left, Dick Wallace, middle, and Eleanor Burkhard, right, working for the Kentucky Kernel.
‘Today’ show host Savannah Guthrie’s mother is Kernel alumna
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Trump signs bill ending US government shutdown
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UK appoints new chair of animal care and use committee
Students enter the 90 on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026, in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Scout Tarquinio | Kentucky Kernel
UK to reduce meal plan costs by 5%
UK proposed budget includes employee raises, tuition, financial aid increases
UK proposed budget includes employee raises, tuition, financial aid increases
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear gives a speech during the Kentucky Fairness Rally on Feb. 15, 2023, at the Kentucky State Capitol in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Gov. Beshear continues critique of UK leadership
University of Kentucky President Eli Capilouto gives a report during the board of trustees meeting on Friday, April 24, 2026, at Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Scout Tarquinio | Kentucky Kernel
United Campus Workers of Kentucky protest at April Board of Trustees meeting
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Man with ties to UK found in Epstein Files
Addison Adkins and Angus Thompson sit in court for preliminary hearing on Monday, March 17, 2025, at Fayette County District Court in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
Former student sues UK after students’ rape charges dropped
Vice Chief Regional Circuit Judge Thomas Travis listens to the Kentucky Kernel’s attorney Mike Abate during a hearing for the lawsuit between The Kernel Press Inc. and the University of Kentucky on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, in Robert F. Stephens Circuit Courthouse Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
UK provides Kernel with requested documents per court order
Circuit Judge Thomas Travis listens to the Kentucky Kernel’s attorney Mike Abate during a hearing for the lawsuit between The Kernel Press Inc. and the University of Kentucky on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, in Robert F. Stephens Circuit Courthouse Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Kernel lawsuit to be ruled on within 30 days
Former UK student Sophia Rosing walks into her sentencing on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024, at the Robert F. Stephens Circuit Courthouse in Lexington, Kentucky. Rosing was sentenced to 12 months in jail for assaulting a student desk clerk in November 2022. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Former UK student asks for early release from 12-month sentence
Freshman Senator Conner Brumley speaks to fellow University of Kentucky SGA members during the SGA Safety Alliance Caucus on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025, at the University of Kentucky Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
UK Student Government Association senators welcome 2025-2026 senate
Presidential Candidate Morgan Brooke speaking during the SGA Presidential Debate on Monday, Feb. 17, 2025, at the Worsham Room in the Gatton Student Center. Photo by Dayssia Jones | Staff
Presidential and vice presidential candidates share platforms at SGA debate
University of Kentucky Student Government Association senate executive council members discuss the Y’all Means All resolution, on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, in the E. Britt Brockman Senate Chamber in the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Casey Sebastiano | Staff
UKSGA puts off resolution reaffirming commitment to inclusivity amid anti-DEI legislation
University of Kentucky Student Government Association (UKSGA) senate executive council members address the student fee allocation committee roster during a full senate meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, in the E. Britt Brockman Senate Chamber in the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Hannah Piedad | Staff
UK SGA expands Senate seats, amendments made to Constitution
Freshman Senator Conner Brumley speaks to fellow University of Kentucky SGA members during the SGA Safety Alliance Caucus on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025, at the University of Kentucky Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
UK SGA holds first ‘Wildcats Safety Alliance Caucus’
Guest speaker Alex Stein talks with a student during the pick up the mic event on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at William T Young Library in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Vincenzo Ciaramitaro | Kentucky Kernel
UKPD flies drones for security during Turning Point USA event
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UK crime log reports 3rd sexual assault
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UK police test alert system for statewide tornado drill
Police: Parked car at UK set on fire intentionally
Police: Parked car at UK set on fire intentionally
Addison Adkins and Angus Thompson sit in court for preliminary hearing on Monday, March 17, 2025, at Fayette County District Court in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
Judge sends UK students arrested for rape and strangulation to grand jury
Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh dunks the ball during the men’s basketball game against Tennessee on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won 74-71. Photo by Will Luckett | Kentucky Kernel
Oklahoma City Thunder selects Otega Oweh No. 41 overall in 2026 NBA Draft
Kentucky Wildcats forward Jayden Quaintance (21) claps during warm ups before the men’s basketball game against Georgetown on Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Ky. Georgetown won 84-70. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Photo Editor
Jayden Quaintance drafted No. 20 overall in the 2026 NBA Draft by the San Antonio Spurs
Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh claps after running back on defense during the basketball game vs. Tennessee on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2025, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won 75-64. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Kentucky Kernel
UP, UP AND OWEH: The lasting legacy of Kentucky’s historic transfer
Kentucky hurdler competes in the 100m hurdles during the NCAA East first round championship track meet on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at the University of Kentucky Outdoor Track & Field Complex in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Kate Bonafede | Kentucky Kernel
COLUMN: Kentucky track and field’s 2026 campaign was one of its most successful in program history
Kentucky hires Jason ‘J’ Batt to 6-year deal as athletic director and CEO of Champions Blue LLC
Kentucky hires Jason ‘J’ Batt to 6-year deal as athletic director and CEO of Champions Blue LLC
Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh claps after running back on defense during the basketball game vs. Tennessee on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2025, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won 75-64. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Kentucky Kernel
UP, UP AND OWEH: The lasting legacy of Kentucky’s historic transfer
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Stoops shrugs during the Kentucky vs. Texas football game Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas. Kentucky lost 31-14. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kernel at the Buzzer: A Long Road Ahead
Kentucky Wildcats forward Andrew Carr (7) and Kentucky Wildcats guard Kerr Kriisa (77) hug after a timeout was called during the basketball game vs. Lipscomb Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: A New Era
Kentucky Wildcats guard Jaxson Robinson (2) celebrates with Kentucky Wildcats center Amari Williams (22) after defeating Duke during the basketball game vs. Duke on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024, at State Farm Arena in Atlanta , Georgia . Kentucky won 77-72 Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: Popes and Devils
Kentucky wideout Fred Farrier II (13) jogs off the field during the football game vs. Auburn on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: Turning the Page
Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh dunks the ball during the men’s basketball game against Tennessee on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won 74-71. Photo by Will Luckett | Kentucky Kernel
Oklahoma City Thunder selects Otega Oweh No. 41 overall in 2026 NBA Draft
Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh claps after running back on defense during the basketball game vs. Tennessee on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2025, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won 75-64. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Kentucky Kernel
UP, UP AND OWEH: The lasting legacy of Kentucky’s historic transfer
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope smiles while watching his players leave the court after the basketball game vs. the LSU Tigers on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 95-64. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
BREAKING: Kentucky men’s basketball lands top portal transfer Milan Momcilovic
Kentucky head coach Mark Pope screams toward the crowd during Big Blue Madness on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Photo Editor
Kentucky basketball adds freshman transfer Alex Wilkins out of Furman
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope points at his coaching staff after the Kentucky Wildcats forced a turnover during the basketball game vs. WKU on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 87-68 Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
BREAKING: Mark Pope and Kentucky lands first transfer in Washington’s Zoom Diallo
Kenny Brooks coaches Georgia Amoore during the Kentucky Women’s Basketball media day on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at Joe Craft Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
OFFSEASON: Kentucky women’s basketball signs Jemma Amoore, younger sister of former guard Georgia Amoore
Kentucky head coach Kenny Brooks gives directions to players during the women's basketball game against Georgia in the 2026 SEC women’s basketball tournament on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, S.C. Kentucky won 76-61. Photo by Brooke Johnson | Kentucky Kernel
OFFSEASON: Ajša Sivka, the No. 10 pick in 2025 WNBA Draft, commits to Kentucky
Kentucky head coach Kenny Brooks points to Kentucky fans after the NCAA women’s basketball tournament game against West Virginia on Monday, March, 23, 2026, at Hope Coliseum in Morgantown, W.Va. Kentucky won 74-73. Photo by Kate Bonafede | Kentucky Kernel
OFFSEASON: Kentucky women’s basketball lands Me’Arah O’Neal out of transfer portal
Kentucky guard Asia Boone (8) fires a three pointer during the Kentucky vs Hofstra women’s basketball game on Dec. 28, 2025, in Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Jack Bates | Staff
OFFSEASON: Asia Boone confirms return to Kentucky for senior season
Kentucky guard Josie Gilvin drives past Texas guard Jordan Lee during the NCAA women’s basketball tournament game against Texas on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas. Texas won 76-54. Photo by Kate Bonafede | Kentucky Kernel
Josie Gilvin enters name in transfer portal amidst developing NCAA ‘5-5’ eligibility model
Photo of Nic Smith. Photo provided by UK Athletics
Kentucky football redshirt freshman Nic ‘Happy’ Smith dies at 20
Kentucky running back Ray Davis watches on during the Kentucky vs. Missouri football game on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 33-27. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
BEAT THE ODDS: The fight that built Ray Davis
Kentucky Wildcats defensive back Maxwell Hairston (1) celebrates after getting a pick-six during the game vs. Ohio University on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 41-6. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
CATS IN THE PROS: Maxwell Hairston and Deone Walker earn NFL All-Rookie honors
Kentucky Wildcats athletic director Mitch Barnhart presents a jersey to Will Stein during his introduction on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025, at Nutter Field House in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Photo Editor
COLUMN: Why Kentucky football fans must be patient with Will Stein
Kentucky Wildcats football head coach Will Stein walks with his wife Darby Stein during his introduction on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025, at Nutter Field House in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Photo Editor
EVERYTHING’S BIGGER IN TEXAS: The Lone Star State dominates in Will Stein’s rebuild
Kentucky utility Ryan Schwartz looks up after sliding into second base during the baseball game against Ball State on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won 10-3. Photo by Xavier Patterson | Kentucky Kernel
Kentucky’s season ends on 6-5 walk-off loss to West Virginia
Kentucky outfielder Jayce Tharnish looks at the pitcher during the baseball game against Ball State on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won 10-3. Photo by Xavier Patterson | Kentucky Kernel
9th-inning rally propels West Virginia over Kentucky 11-9 in NCAA Regional Final
Kentucky infielder Ethan Hindle celebrates with his teammate Luke Lawrence during a baseball game against Tennessee on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won 12-2. Photo by Vincenzo Ciaramitaro | Kentucky Kernel
Kentucky baseball advances to NCAA Regional Final with 11-9 win over West Virginia
Kentucky infielder Hudson Brown celebrates hitting a double in a baseball game against Arkansas on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky won 4-3. Photo by Kate Bonafede | Kentucky Kernel
Kentucky baseball defeats Wake Forest 6-5 in first round of NCAA Regionals
Kentucky dugout celebrates in a baseball game against Arkansas on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Ky. Arkansas won 16-12. Photo by Kate Bonafede | Kentucky Kernel
Kentucky baseball selected to fourth-consecutive NCAA Tournament
Mississippi State outfielder Kinley Keller rounds third during the softball game against Mississippi State on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Ky. Mississippi State won 4-3. Photo by Andrew Diebel | Kentucky Kernel
No. 15 Kentucky softball drops SEC Tournament opener to No. 10 Mississippi State, misses NCAA Tournament for first time since 2008
Kentucky Wildcats infielder Allie Blum and Texas Longhorns starting pitcher/relief pitcher Hannah Wells fall during the softball game on Friday, April 24, 2026, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Brooke Johnson | Kentucky Kernel
Kentucky softball drops series to No. 4 Texas, extends conference losing streak to 23
Kentucky first basemen Karissa Hamilton, left, hugs shortstop Maddy Clark during the softball game against Louisville on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky lost 8-7. Photo by Scout Tarquinio | Kentucky Kernel
Kentucky softball secures comeback win over No. 25 Louisville in Battle of the Bluegrass
The Kentucky team celebrates second baseman Allie Blum's home run during the softball game against Michigan State on Friday, Feb. 27, 2026, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Jack Bates | Kentucky Kernel
Senior night spoiled: Kentucky softball falls to No. 4 Texas 6-1 after seventh inning burst
Kentucky first basemen Karissa Hamilton, left, hugs shortstop Maddy Clark during the softball game against Louisville on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky lost 8-7. Photo by Scout Tarquinio | Kentucky Kernel
Mackenzie Oslanzi shuts down Northern Kentucky 6-0
A Kentucky gymnast rotates off the spring board onto the vault platform during the women’s gymnastics meet against Missouri on Friday, Feb. 13, 2026, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Ky. Missouri won 196.825 - 196.800. Photo by Kate Bonafede | Kentucky Kernel
Kentucky gymnastics falls in Session II of the NCAA Lexington Regional
Isabella Rivelli waves to the crowd during the Excite Night meet vs. Auburn on Friday, Jan. 31, 2025, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 197.050 Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
No. 22 Kentucky gymnastics comes up short to No. 3 Florida to close out regular season
University of Kentucky gymnasts dance to the music to keep warm before they do their routines in a match against the Arizona State University on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Brooke Johnson | Photo Manager
No. 25 Kentucky gymnastics falls short against No. 7 Missouri in ‘I <3 Kentucky Night’
Kentucky junior Delaynee Rodriguez celebrates with her team after her uneven bars performance during the Kentucky vs Missouri gymnastics meet on Feb 13, 2026, at Memorial Coliseum, in Lexington Ky. Missouri won 196.825-196.800. Photo by Jack Bates | Kentucky Kernel
Kentucky gymnastics earns first win of the season, defeating No. 12 Auburn 197.325-196.275
Kentucky Wildcats Delaynee Rodriguez begins her routine on bars during the Kentucky vs LSU woman's gymnastics meet on Friday, Feb. 21, 2025, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 197.200-197.075. Photos by Robby Robinson | Staff
Kentucky gymnastics falls to No. 1 Oklahoma at home
Nicolas Arseneault, a freshman tennis player at the University of Kentucky, prepares to serve a tennis ball on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025 at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Olivia White | Kentucky Kernel
Nicolas Arseneault named ITA Ohio Valley Region Rookie of the Year
Mark Pope’s family listens at his introductory press conference as the new head coach of Kentucky men’s basketball on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
BYU transfer Avery Pope, daughter of Mark Pope, signs with Kentucky tennis
Nicolas Arseneault, a freshman tennis player at the University of Kentucky, prepares to serve a tennis ball on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025 at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Olivia White | Kentucky Kernel
Kentucky men’s tennis opens SEC Championship with win, falls in second match to Georgia
Kentucky team stands for the national anthem during the Kentucky vs EKU women's tennis match on Jan 17, 2026, in the Boone Center in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Jack Bates | Staff
Kentucky women’s tennis goes one-and-done in SEC Tournament in loss against Ole Miss
Kentucky Wildcats freshman Zoe Hammond waits for her singles opponent to serve during the Kentucky vs. Alabama womens tennis match on Sunday, April 2, 2023, at Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Alabama won 4-1. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff
Kentucky women’s tennis falls 4-0 to No. 38 Ole Miss on senior day
West Virginia University senior Gavin Barnick aims at the target during the Kentucky vs. West Virginia rifle match on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, at Baker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 4749 to 4716. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
No. 1 Kentucky rifle sets NCAA team record, tops Akron and North Georgia
West Virginia sophomore aims at their target during the Kentucky vs. West Virginia rifle match on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, at Baker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 4749 to 4716. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
No. 2 Kentucky rifle stays undefeated with win over Navy at West Point
The Kentucky Wildcats rifle team aims at their targets during the Kentucky vs. West Virginia rifle match on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, at Baker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 4749 to 4716. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
No. 2 Kentucky rifle dominates in season-opening tri-match at Ohio State
University of Kentucky rifle team members aim at their targets during the Kentucky vs. West Virginia rifle match on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, at Baker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 4749 to 4716. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
Kentucky rifle finishes second in GARC Championship to West Virginia
University of Kentucky rifle team members aim at their targets during the Kentucky vs. West Virginia rifle match on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, at Baker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 4749 to 4716. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
No. 3 Kentucky rifle loses in a nailbiter to No. 1 West Virginia
Kentucky Wildcats freshman Kennedy Knight competes during the Kentucky vs. Michigan State STUNT game on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Michigan State won 15-14. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky STUNT wins second consecutive Mid America West Conference Tournament
The Kentucky and Alma STUNT teams shake hands after the Kentucky vs. Alma STUNT game on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at the Clive M. Beck Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Alma won 17-13. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
Kentucky STUNT finishes regular season on 17-game winning streak
The Kentucky and Alma STUNT teams shake hands after the Kentucky vs. Alma STUNT game on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at the Clive M. Beck Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Alma won 17-13. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
Kentucky STUNT sweeps doubleheader at Oklahoma Baptist tournament
Jocelyn Zerr (#19) and Chloe Lynch (#17) compete during the Kentucky vs. Alma STUNT game on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at the Clive M. Beck Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Alma won 17-13. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
Kentucky STUNT suffers first loss of the season to Oklahoma Baptist
Members of the Kentucky STUNT team compete during the Kentucky vs. Alma STUNT game on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at the Clive M. Beck Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Alma won 17-13. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
Kentucky STUNT dominates in Bluegrass Classic, earns four wins over the weekend
Kentucky outside hitter Bellamie Beus spikes the ball during the spring vollyball game Louisville on Friday, April 17, 2026, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Ky. Louisville won 3 to 1. Photo by Vincenzo Ciaramitaro | Kentucky Kernel
3 takeaways from Kentucky volleyball’s exhibition loss to Louisville
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Craig Skinner coaches during the volleyball game vs. Nebraska on Sunday, Aug. 31, 2025, at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. Nebraska won 3-2. Photo by Kenzie Cummings | Staff
Kentucky volleyball gets ready for the post Eva Hudson era
Kentucky Wildcats huddle after the loss in the NCAA D1 Women’s Volleyball Championship game against Texas A&M on Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025, at T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Mo. Texas A&M won 3-0. Photo by Will Luckett | Photo Manager
PHOTOS: No. 1 Kentucky volleyball swept by No. 3 Texas A&M for national championship
Kentucky Wildcats outside hitter Ava Thigpen and middle blocker Kennedy Washington jump to block the ball during the NCAA D1 Women’s Volleyball Championship game against Texas A&M on Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025, at T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Mo. Texas A&M won 3-0. Photo by Will Luckett | Photo Manager
HEARTBREAK: No. 1 seed Kentucky volleyball swept by No. 3 seed Texas A&M in national championship
Kentucky Wildcats setter Kassie O’Brien pumps her fist after scoring a point during the Final Four volleyball match against Wisconsin on Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025, at T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Mo. Kentucky won 3-2. Photo by Will Luckett | Photo Manager
PREVIEW: No. 1 seed Kentucky Volleyball set to take on No. 3 seed Texas A&M for 2025 National Championship
Kentucky forward (10) Agustin Lopez brings the ball upfield during the Kentucky vs Georgia Southern Men's Soccer game on Friday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Wendell and Vickie Bell soccer complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky Tied 0-0. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer season ends in 2-1 loss to Saint Louis
Kentucky sophomore Zoe Hammond dives for the ball Kentucky junior Lidia hits the ball Kentucky junior Lidia Gonzalez prepares to hit the ball during the Kentucky vs Wichita State women's tennis match on Friday, Feb. 9, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-2. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky women’s tennis falls at ITA Sectional Championship
Kentucky defender Josh Gordon (2) and UCF defender Timothy Arias (16) struggle for the ball during the SBC men's soccer semifinal match between Kentucky and UCF on Nov. 12, 2025, in the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Ky. UCF won 1-0. Photo by Jack Bates | Staff
VIDEO: Kentucky’s hope for an NCAA men’s soccer tournament bid weakens after conference tournament
Kentucky defender Josh Gordon (2) and UCF defender Timothy Arias (16) struggle for the ball during the SBC men's soccer semifinal match between Kentucky and UCF on Nov. 12, 2025, in the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Ky. UCF won 1-0. Photo by Jack Bates | Staff
ANALYSIS: Kentucky’s hope for a NCAA Men’s Soccer tournament bid weakens after conference tournament
Kentucky forward Isaiah Chisolm (2) wins control back during the SBC men's soccer semifinal match between Kentucky and UCF on Nov. 12, 2025, in the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Ky. UCF won 1-0. Photo by Jack Bates | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer comes up short against UCF in Sun Belt semifinals
Kentucky women's soccer celebrates after scoring during the soccer game against Illinois on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2025, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Kate Bonafede | Staff
PREVIEW: Kentucky women’s soccer set to take on Louisville in the first round of the 2025 Women’s College Cup
Kentucky women's soccer celebrates after scoring during the soccer game against Illinois on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2025, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Kate Bonafede | Staff
Kentucky women’s soccer falls in penalty kicks to No. 17 Georgia in SEC Tournament
Kentucky Wildcats prepare to take their penalty kicks in the Kentucky vs. WVU soccer match on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex, in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-2 in penalties in the first round of the NCAA Women’s Soccer Championship. Photo by Jack Stamats | Staff
Kentucky women’s soccer builds SEC Tournament momentum following a win at Texas A&M
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Troy Fabiano smiles as he celebrates with his team after the win in the Kentucky vs. WVU soccer match on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex, in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-2 in penalties in the first round of the NCAA Women’s Soccer Championship. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff
ON THE RISE: Kentucky women’s soccer continues great season with 3-2 win over No. 8 South Carolina
Michelle Moskau, Anna Sikorski embrace after their win over Michigan during the Kentucky vs. Central Michigan women’s soccer game on Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024, at Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 2-0. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
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Welcome back to this week’s episode of Pop! Goes the Kernel! This week, your hosts Marissa Armstrong, Gabriella Mercedes and Isabella Lindsey discuss the 2026 Winter Olympics, the new “Wuthering Heights” movie, the glass trend and more.

 

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