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‘The aspect of being seen is all it takes to start.’ MLK Center hosts discussion of inclusivity for Women’s History Month
‘The aspect of being seen is all it takes to start.’ MLK Center hosts discussion of inclusivity for Women’s History Month
March 23, 2023
Isaac Sutherland, left, and Mallory Hudson answer questions during the SGA Presidential and Vice Presidential Debate on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023, at the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
SGA court finds Sutherland/Hudson violated election rules, Sutherland will appeal
March 23, 2023
Center for Health Equity hosting informative session about two historical Black women
Center for Health Equity hosting informative session about two historical Black women
March 23, 2023
R.O.D. performs at WRFL’s 35th Birthday Bash on Saturday, March 11, 2023, at the Burl in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Stephanie Foster | Staff
UK’s student radio station celebrates 35 years on air
March 20, 2023
Sophia Rosing appeared in court for an arraignment hearing on Friday, March 17, 2023, at the Robert F. Stephens Circuit Courthouse in Lexington, Kentucky.
Former UK student pleads not guilty in arraignment hearing
March 17, 2023
‘The aspect of being seen is all it takes to start.’ MLK Center hosts discussion of inclusivity for Women’s History Month
‘The aspect of being seen is all it takes to start.’ MLK Center hosts discussion of inclusivity for Women’s History Month
March 23, 2023
Isaac Sutherland, left, and Mallory Hudson answer questions during the SGA Presidential and Vice Presidential Debate on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023, at the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
SGA court finds Sutherland/Hudson violated election rules, Sutherland will appeal
March 23, 2023
Center for Health Equity hosting informative session about two historical Black women
Center for Health Equity hosting informative session about two historical Black women
March 23, 2023
R.O.D. performs at WRFL’s 35th Birthday Bash on Saturday, March 11, 2023, at the Burl in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Stephanie Foster | Staff
UK’s student radio station celebrates 35 years on air
March 20, 2023
Sophia Rosing appeared in court for an arraignment hearing on Friday, March 17, 2023, at the Robert F. Stephens Circuit Courthouse in Lexington, Kentucky.
Former UK student pleads not guilty in arraignment hearing
March 17, 2023
The class of 2026 fills the student section at Big Blue U on Friday, Aug. 19, 2022, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Kentucky Kernel
‘Healthier, wealthier, wiser Kentucky.’ The changing landscape of UK
August 25, 2022
The Albert B. Chandler Hospital on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
More people than ever are applying to the College of Medicine. Students and faculty have ideas about why
September 9, 2021
UK mandates weekly COVID-19 tests for unvaccinated faculty, staff and students
August 26, 2021
UK to require both vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals to wear masks indoors
August 6, 2021
Database breach discovered in UK College of Education; UK to implement new security measures
August 5, 2021
‘The aspect of being seen is all it takes to start.’ MLK Center hosts discussion of inclusivity for Women’s History Month
‘The aspect of being seen is all it takes to start.’ MLK Center hosts discussion of inclusivity for Women’s History Month
March 23, 2023
Center for Health Equity hosting informative session about two historical Black women
Center for Health Equity hosting informative session about two historical Black women
March 23, 2023
R.O.D. performs at WRFL’s 35th Birthday Bash on Saturday, March 11, 2023, at the Burl in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Stephanie Foster | Staff
UK’s student radio station celebrates 35 years on air
March 20, 2023
Sophia Rosing appeared in court for an arraignment hearing on Friday, March 17, 2023, at the Robert F. Stephens Circuit Courthouse in Lexington, Kentucky.
Former UK student pleads not guilty in arraignment hearing
March 17, 2023
Jake Lemon, president of the UConn Foundation and candidate for Vice President for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement, speaks during an open forum on Monday, Feb. 20, 2023, at the Gatton College of Business and Economics in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
UK announces new Vice President for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement
March 9, 2023
The Kentucky State Capitol on Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022, in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky Senate bill to ban TikTok will not affect UK Wi-Fi
February 21, 2023
Kentuckians gather for the We Love Voting Rights Lobby Day and Rally on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023, in the Kentucky State Capitol rotunda in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
‘We cannot be done.’ Kentucky community members rally for voting rights at state Capitol
February 15, 2023
The Kentucky State Capitol on Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022, in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentuckians For The Commonwealth to host voting rights rally
February 13, 2023
UK selected to participate in COVID-19 vaccine booster study
August 11, 2021
UK to require both vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals to wear masks indoors
August 6, 2021
Capilouto announces search committee for next Executive Vice President for Health Affairs
Capilouto announces search committee for next Executive Vice President for Health Affairs
January 30, 2023
A community member receives a COVID-19 test on Friday, Feb. 5, 2021, at UK’s Kroger Field testing site in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
UK employees suspended for noncompliance with COVID-19 testing
November 12, 2021
Chief Justice John D. Minton Jr. listens to UKs lawyer during oral arguments heard by the Kentucky Supreme Court in UKs lawsuit against the Kernel on Friday, Oct. 23, 2020, at the Kentucky Supreme Court in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff.
Details of the James Harwood investigation and records battle
August 26, 2021
Pages from the Harwood file detailing the Kernel Press v. University of Kentucky lawsuit. Some information has been redacted by UK.
A story six years in the making
August 26, 2021
UK mandates weekly COVID-19 tests for unvaccinated faculty, staff and students
August 26, 2021
Thomas Lofton Hazelwood
‘He’s not gonna make it to serenades.’ The missing details of the Hazelwood investigation
November 17, 2022
Excerpts from UKs Student Code of Conduct investigation reveal FarmHouse Fraternity showed a “deeply ingrained culture of alcohol and hazing behaviors.”
UK’s FarmHouse Fraternity had a culture of hazing, investigations reveal
November 17, 2022
An anonymous tip, submitted to UK on September 19, 2020, via the incident reporting form, alleges that Delta Sigma Phi held an over-capacity party. A copy of the tip was obtained by the Kentucky Kernel via an open records request.
Multiple fraternities suspended for COVID-19 infractions
September 28, 2021
Chief Justice John D. Minton Jr. listens to UKs lawyer during oral arguments heard by the Kentucky Supreme Court in UKs lawsuit against the Kernel on Friday, Oct. 23, 2020, at the Kentucky Supreme Court in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff.
Details of the James Harwood investigation and records battle
August 26, 2021
Pages from the Harwood file detailing the Kernel Press v. University of Kentucky lawsuit. Some information has been redacted by UK.
A story six years in the making
August 26, 2021
UK Student Government Association votes on vaccine mandate
UK Student Government Association votes on vaccine mandate
September 23, 2021
Candidates for SGA presidency suspend campaign following endorsement from white student who used N-word on social media
March 3, 2021
A Vote Here sign outside of the Maxwell Elementary Voting location. Voters came out early in the morning to vote in the midterm elections on Tuesday, Nov. 6, at the Maxwell Elementary Voting location in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff file photo
UK’s SGA elections have begun. Here’s where and how to vote.
March 2, 2020
Moderator Lance Poston makes closing remarks during the President and Vice President Debate on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2020, at UK College of Law Grand Courtroom in Lexington, Kentucky . Photo by Luke Taylor | Staff
SGA presidential,VP candidates debate ahead of next week’s elections
February 26, 2020
Sidewalks are lined with both Bevin and Beshear supporters before the gubernatorial debate on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019, at the Singletary Center for the Arts in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
PHOTOS: Candidates for Kentucky governor participate in on-campus debate
October 15, 2019
UK Police report incident of sexual abuse in campus residence hall
UK Police report incident of sexual abuse in campus residence hall
March 6, 2023
Thomas Lofton Hazelwood
‘He’s not gonna make it to serenades.’ The missing details of the Hazelwood investigation
November 17, 2022
Excerpts from UKs Student Code of Conduct investigation reveal FarmHouse Fraternity showed a “deeply ingrained culture of alcohol and hazing behaviors.”
UK’s FarmHouse Fraternity had a culture of hazing, investigations reveal
November 17, 2022
Sophia Rosing leaves the stand at her preliminary hearing on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2022, at the Robert F. Stephens District Courthouse in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Kentucky Kernel
Former UK student arrested for assault waives right to preliminary hearing
November 15, 2022
Five current and former UK football players filed a lawsuit against Lexington Police Department officer Cory Vinlove for false charges without probable cause leading to defamation.
UK football players sue Lexington police officer over 2021 felony charges
September 22, 2022
Kentucky Kernel reporters speak to chief procurement officer Barry Swanson and assistant director Jeff Carmickle on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, at the University of Kentucky Surplus property in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Adventures in UK Surplus: A warehouse of surprises
March 23, 2023
Students watch as Donzella Lee 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
‘It’s literally going to kill someone.’ Seeking safe spaces at UK in light of Kentucky’s SB 150
March 15, 2023
A student plays the piano in the Gatton Student Center on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
Humans(?) of UK: Student center piano strikes a chord with UK students
March 15, 2023
Joe Bologna stands in front of his portrait on the 50th Anniversary of his pizzeria on Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at Joe Bolognas Restaurant and Pizzeria in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
‘It’s like a big ol’ family.’ Joe Bologna’s Restaurant and Pizzeria celebrates 50th anniversary
March 10, 2023
Students rehearse “Lucidity: A New Musical” before the opening performance on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023, at Briggs Theatre in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Smallwood | Staff
‘A catalyst for conversation.’ Student-led musical tackles mental health through song
March 10, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats outfielder/infielder Ryan Waldschmidt (21) readies to throw the ball back to the infield during the Kentucky vs. Indiana State baseball game on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-4. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky baseball’s “Bat Cats” boast nation’s longest win streak heading into key SEC series
March 24, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats outfielder Ryan Waldschmidt (21) rounds third base heading for home plate during the Kentucky vs. Indiana State baseball game on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-2. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky baseball overcomes rocky stretch, defeats EKU 9-3 to extend win streak to 15
March 24, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats outfielder Jenna Blanton (10) runs to second base during the No. 16 Kentucky vs. Dayton softball home opener game on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky softball rises to No. 11 in week six of USA Softball Top 25
March 24, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats pitcher Tyler Bosma (35) pitches the ball during the Kentucky vs. Indiana State baseball game on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-4. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky baseball jumps into D1Baseball Top 25 at No. 23 in week five rankings
March 24, 2023
Fiona Arrese hits the ball during the University of Kentucky vs. Tennessee women’s tennis match on Sunday, March 28, 2021, at Hillary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
No. 45 Kentucky womens tennis sweeps doubleheader against EKU
March 23, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Jacob Toppin (0) puts his face in his towel during the No. 6 Kentucky vs. No. 3 Kansas State mens basketball game in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Sunday, March 19, 2023, at Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina. Kansas State won 75-69. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Key players’ underperformances led to Kentucky mens basketball’s exit in NCAA Tournament
March 21, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Jacob Toppin (0) celebrates during the No. 6 Kentucky vs. No. 11 Providence mens basketball game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday, March 17, 2023, at Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina. Kentucky won 61-53. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky mens basketball wins NCAA tournament game for first time since 2019
March 21, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Jacob Toppin (0) shoots the ball during the No. 6 Kentucky vs. No. 3 Kansas State mens basketball game in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Sunday, March 19, 2023, at Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina. Kansas State won 75-69. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
PHOTOS: No. 6 Kentucky’s NCAA Tournament run ends with 75-69 loss to No. 3 Kansas State
March 19, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Oscar Tshiebwe (34) shoots the ball during the No. 6 Kentucky vs. No. 3 Kansas State mens basketball game in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Sunday, March 19, 2023, at Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
At the buzzer: No. 3 Kansas State defeats Kentucky mens basketball 75-69 in NCAA Tournament Round of 32
March 19, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats head coach John Calipari coaches his team from the sideline during the No. 1 Kentucky vs. No. 1 Wisconsin mens basketball game in the NCAA Tournament Final Four on Saturday, April 4, 2015, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Wisconsin won 71-64. Photo by Michael Reaves | Kentucky Kernel
PHOTOS: A look back at John Calipari’s March Madness outfits
March 19, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats guard Maddie Scherr, right, holds her hands to her face in the locker room after the No. 14 Kentucky vs. No. 3 Tennessee womens basketball game in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals on Friday, March 3, 2023, at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina. Tennessee won 80-71. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff
COLUMN: What went wrong for Kentucky womens basketball?
March 12, 2023
The Kentucky Wildcats gather in front of the Kentucky marching band as they play “My Old Kentucky Home” after the No. 14 Kentucky vs. No. 3 Tennessee womens basketball game in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals on Friday, March 3, 2023, at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina. Tennessee won 80-71. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff
No. 14 Kentucky womens basketball puts up notable fight before finishing postseason in South Carolina
March 5, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Zennia Thomas (24), head coach Kyra Elzy and guard Robyn Benton (1) walk off the court after the No. 14 Kentucky vs. No. 3 Tennessee womens basketball game in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals on Friday, March 3, 2023, at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina. Tennessee won 80-71. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff
PHOTOS: No. 14 Kentucky womens basketball eliminated from SEC Tournament in 80-71 quarterfinals loss to No. 3 Tennessee
March 4, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Ajae Petty (13) dribbles the ball up the court during the No. 14 Kentucky vs. No. 3 Tennessee womens basketball game in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals on Friday, March 3, 2023, at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff
At the buzzer: Kentucky falls to Tennessee 80-71 in quarterfinals of SEC Tournament
March 3, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Adebola Adeyeye (25) reaches for a rebound during the No. 14 Kentucky vs. No. 6 Alabama womens basketball game in the second round of the SEC Tournament on Thursday, March 2, 2023, at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina. Kentucky won 71-58. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff
PHOTOS: No. 14 Kentucky womens basketball upsets No. 6 Alabama 71-58, advances to SEC Tournament quarterfinals
March 3, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Stoops walks through the Cat Walk before the No. 22 Kentucky vs. No. 16 Mississippi State football game on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky football announces addition of two quality control coaches
February 22, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver Barion Brown (2) runs the ball during the Kentucky vs. Iowa Music City Bowl football game on Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. UK lost 21-0. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff
Kentucky football signs four-star defensive lineman Kendrick Gilbert
February 3, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Stoops coaches his team during the Kentucky vs. Iowa Music City Bowl football game on Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. UK lost 21-0. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff
Kentucky transfer Kiyaunta Goodwin commits to SEC East rival Florida
January 25, 2023
Kentucky offensive coordinator Liam Coen looks over to Kentucky assistant head coach Vince Marrow during an open practice in Lexington, Ky., Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Clubb)
Kentucky offensive coordinator Liam Coen speaks on his return to Lexington
January 13, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats quarterback Destin Wade (15) is tackled during the Kentucky vs. Iowa Music City Bowl football game on Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. UK lost 21-0. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky football defeated 21-0 by Iowa in Music City Bowl
December 31, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats outfielder/infielder Ryan Waldschmidt (21) readies to throw the ball back to the infield during the Kentucky vs. Indiana State baseball game on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-4. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky baseball’s “Bat Cats” boast nation’s longest win streak heading into key SEC series
March 24, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats outfielder Ryan Waldschmidt (21) rounds third base heading for home plate during the Kentucky vs. Indiana State baseball game on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-2. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky baseball overcomes rocky stretch, defeats EKU 9-3 to extend win streak to 15
March 24, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats pitcher Tyler Bosma (35) pitches the ball during the Kentucky vs. Indiana State baseball game on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-4. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky baseball jumps into D1Baseball Top 25 at No. 23 in week five rankings
March 24, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats infielder Hunter Gilliam (14) warms up before at-bat during the Kentucky vs. Morehead State baseball game on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 15-1. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
Kentucky baseball explodes against Mississippi State to complete series sweep with 17-3 win
March 22, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats pitcher Ryan Hagenow (24) pitches the ball during the Kentucky vs. Wright State baseball game on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 15-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky baseball claims victory in first SEC series, defeats Mississippi State 12-3
March 21, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats outfielder Jenna Blanton (10) runs to second base during the No. 16 Kentucky vs. Dayton softball home opener game on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky softball rises to No. 11 in week six of USA Softball Top 25
March 24, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats pitcher Stephanie Schoonover (23) celebrates a strike during the No. 16 Kentucky vs. Dayton softball home opener game on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-4. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky softball finishes John Cropp Classic undefeated, defeats Michigan 2-1
March 22, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats pitcher Alecia Lacatena (35) pitches the ball during the No. 16 Kentucky vs. Dayton softball home opener game on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky softball notches seventh straight victory in John Cropp Classic opener against DePaul
March 21, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats pitcher Stephanie Schoonover (23) pitches the ball during the No. 16 Kentucky vs. Dayton softball home opener game on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky softball defeats Saint Louis 6-3, remains undefeated at home
March 18, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats pitcher Stephanie Schoonover (23) celebrates the win after the No. 16 Kentucky vs. Dayton softball home opener game on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-4. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky softball rises to No. 14 in week five of USA Softball Top 25
March 17, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats sophomore Mackenzie Wilson performs her floor routine during the No. 12 Kentucky vs. No. 9 Auburn gymnastics meet on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 197.675-196.450. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
No. 8 Kentucky gymnastics finishes fourth in SEC Championships
March 19, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats fifth year Arianna Patterson prepares to perform her beam routine during the No. 12 Kentucky vs. No. 9 Auburn gymnastics meet on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 197.675-196.450. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky gymnastics wins tri-meet, posts highest away score in program history
March 12, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats sophomore Jillian Procasky performs her floor routine during the No. 12 Kentucky vs. No. 9 Auburn gymnastics meet on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 197.675-196.450. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
PHOTOS: No. 12 Kentucky gymnastics defeats No. 9 Auburn on senior day
March 5, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats junior Hailey Davis performs her floor routine during the No. 12 Kentucky vs. No. 9 Auburn gymnastics meet on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 197.675-196.450. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
No. 12 Kentucky gymnastics takes down No. 9 Auburn on senior day
March 5, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats senior Raena Worley performs her floor routine during the Kentucky vs. Eastern Michigan gymnastics meet on Friday, Feb. 10, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 197.125 to 193.575. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
No. 12 Kentucky gymnastics falls to No. 2 Florida
February 26, 2023
Fiona Arrese hits the ball during the University of Kentucky vs. Tennessee women’s tennis match on Sunday, March 28, 2021, at Hillary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
No. 45 Kentucky womens tennis sweeps doubleheader against EKU
March 23, 2023
Carla Girbau hits the ball across the net during the University of Kentucky vs. Tennessee women’s tennis match on Sunday, March 28, 2021, at Hillary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Kentucky womens tennis upsets No. 18 Florida 4-2 in Gainesville
March 21, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats senior Liam Draxl hits the ball during the No. 5 Kentucky vs. No. 6 South Carolina mens tennis match on Thursday, March 2, 2023, at the Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. South Carolina won 4-3. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
No. 6 Kentucky mens tennis takes down Alabama 6-1 on the road
March 20, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats fifth year Alafia Ayeni hits the ball during the No. 5 Kentucky vs. No. 6 South Carolina mens tennis match on Thursday, March 2, 2023, at the Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. South Carolina won 4-3. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky mens tennis defeats Auburn 4-3 to earn fourth consecutive SEC win
March 19, 2023
Fiona Arrese hits the ball during the University of Kentucky vs. Tennessee women’s tennis match on Sunday, March 28, 2021, at Hillary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Kentucky womens tennis falls short against South Carolina 4-3
March 18, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats fifth year Mitchell Nelson adjusts his stock during the Kentucky vs. Morehead State rifle NCAA Qualifier on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Barker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky finished with a 4716 qualifying score. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky rifle comes up short in NCAA Championships in Akron, takes bronze
March 13, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats fifth year Richard Clark practices during the Kentucky vs. Morehead State rifle NCAA Qualifier on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Barker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky finished with a 4716 qualifying score. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky rifle finishes third in GARC Championships, prepares for NCAA Championships
February 27, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats senior Emmie Sellers aims her rifle during the Kentucky vs. Morehead State rifle NCAA Qualifier on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Barker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky finished with a 4716 qualifying score. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky rifle qualifies for NCAA Championships, eyes three-peat in Akron
February 21, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats rifle seniors are honored after the Kentucky vs. Morehead State rifle NCAA Qualifier on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Barker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky finished with a 4716 qualifying score. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky rifle awaits championship decision after concluding NCAA qualifier
February 18, 2023
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Kentucky rifle takes down No. 1 Ole Miss in Oxford
November 21, 2022
Kentucky players cheer on their teammates 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 splits 2023 Bluegrass Classic, records first perfect game in program history
March 13, 2023
Kentucky players cheer on their teammates 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
PHOTOS: Kentucky STUNT loses 15-14 to Michigan State
March 7, 2023
Kentucky players compete during the Blue vs. White STUNT Meet on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky STUNT struggles in opening weekend, finishing Dallas Baptist Tournament 0-4
February 19, 2023
Renderings show the future plans for Memorial Coliseum, which are expected to be completed by fall 2024. Provided by UK Athletics.
UK Athletics to modernize Memorial Coliseum, home of four varsity athletic teams
February 16, 2023
STUNT senior Caitlin Barenbaum poses for a photo on Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023, at Nutter Field House in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
‘The work is done.’ Caitlin Barenbaum leaves behind a legacy with UK STUNT
February 2, 2023
A graphic created to welcome Ben Josephson to Kentucky. Graphic provided by UK Athletics.
Kentucky volleyball adds Ben Josephson to coaching staff
February 17, 2023
Renderings show the future plans for Memorial Coliseum, which are expected to be completed by fall 2024. Provided by UK Athletics.
UK Athletics to modernize Memorial Coliseum, home of four varsity athletic teams
February 16, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats libero Eleanor Beavin (6) hits the ball during the No. 3 Kentucky vs. Loyola Chicago volleyball match in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 3-0. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff
Kentucky volleyball defeated 3-0 in Sweet 16 against No. 2 San Diego
December 8, 2022
Kentucky players celebrate during the No. 3 Kentucky vs. WKU volleyball match in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 3-0. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff
UK volleyball fights for Final Four spot
December 8, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats middle blocker Azhani Tealer (15) prepares for an incoming ball during the No. 3 Kentucky vs. WKU volleyball match in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 3-0. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff
Azhani Tealer paves Kentucky volleyball’s path to the Sweet 16
December 2, 2022
Kentucky players celebrate with the championship trophy after after the No. 1 Kentucky vs. No. 7 James Madison soccer match in the championship round of the Sun Belt Tournament on Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022, at the Wendell & Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 2-0. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff
COLUMN: Kentucky mens soccer should look to leave the Sun Belt
December 13, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats forward Eythor Bjorgolfsson (9) celebrates during the Kentucky vs. Georgia Southern mens soccer match on Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022, at the Wendell & Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 6-0. Photo by Jackson Dunavant | Staff
Three Kentucky mens soccer players named First-Team All-Americans
December 12, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats midfielder Brennan Creek (19) processes the loss after the No. 1 Kentucky vs. Pitt soccer match in the Sweet Sixteen round of the NCAA tournament on Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022, at the Wendell & Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 2-1. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff
Late wonder goal stuns Cats, ends Kentucky’s undefeated season
November 27, 2022
Kentucky players celebrate after scoring a goal during the No. 1 Kentucky vs. South Florida mens soccer match in the second round of the NCAA tournament on Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022, at the Wendell & Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Jackson Dunavant | Staff
No. 1 Kentucky’s second round win over USF validates title-contender status
November 21, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats midfielder Casper Grening (10) attempts to score a goal during the No. 1 Kentucky vs. South Florida mens soccer match in the second round of the NCAA tournament on Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022, at the Wendell & Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Jackson Dunavant | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky mens soccer defeats South Florida 4-0, advances in NCAA Tournament
November 21, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats midfielder Ava Hellner (2) keeps the ball away from a defender during the Kentucky vs. Eastern Michigan women’s soccer match on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 5-1. Photo by Abby Szydlik | Staff
Wildcats get blanked in Fayetteville; end 2022 season with a loss
November 2, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats midfielder Úlfa Úlfarsdóttir (20) controls the ball during the Kentucky vs. EKU womens soccer game on Sunday, Aug. 28, 2022, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 4-0. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky draws Missouri 1-1; remains winless on the road in SEC since 2017
October 21, 2022
Kentucky players celebrate after a goal during the Kentucky vs. EKU womens soccer game on Sunday, Aug. 28, 2022, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 4-0. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky womens soccer draws Florida 1-1; earns first result in SEC play under Troy Fabiano
October 19, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats forward Hailey Farrington-Bentil (0) kicks the ball during the Kentucky vs. EKU womens soccer game on Sunday, Aug. 28, 2022, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 4-0. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky womens soccer loses 1-0 at South Carolina; remains winless in SEC
October 13, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats forward Hannah Richardson (8) dribbles the ball up the field during the Kentucky vs. Auburn women’s soccer match on Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022, at the Wendell & Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jackson Dunavant | Staff
Wildcats stay winless in SEC play after falling to Auburn at home
October 7, 2022
A University of Kentucky track and field athlete gets ready for a race during the Jim Green Invitational at the Nutter Field House on Saturday, January 12, 2019, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Kentucky Kernel
Kentucky track and field records personal bests at Black and Gold Invitational
March 21, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver Jordan Anthony (13) makes a heart at UK fans before the Kentucky vs. Iowa Music City Bowl football game on Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. UK lost 21-0. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff
Jordan Anthony and Masai Russell claim silver medals at NCAA Indoors
March 13, 2023
A University of Kentucky track and field athlete gets ready for a race during the Jim Green Invitational at the Nutter Field House on Saturday, January 12, 2019, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Kentucky Kernel
Masai Russell wins gold in hurdles at SEC Indoor Championships
March 4, 2023
A University of Kentucky track and field athlete gets ready for a race during the Jim Green Invitational at the Nutter Field House on Saturday, January 12, 2019, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Kentucky Kernel
Kentucky track and field sets season best in Fayetteville
February 19, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats thrower Josh Sobota participates in the 2022 Commonwealth College Opener on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2022, at the Norton HealthCare Sports & Learning Center in Louisville, Kentucky. Photo provided by UK Athletics. Kentucky Track and Field competed at Commonwealth Opener. Photo by Ethan Rand | UK Athletics
Kentucky track and field finds success in both Seattle and Clemson
February 16, 2023
Kentucky cross country shines at Panorama Farms Invitational
October 19, 2022
Katy Kunc runs in the 2017 Bluegrass Cross Country Invitational in Lexington, KY., which she went on to win. Kunc will be racing in the 2017 NCAA Cross Country Championships on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
UK Women’s Cross Country finish third at NCAA Southeast Regional
November 12, 2021
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October 15, 2021
Katy Kunc runs in the 2017 Bluegrass Cross Country Invitational in Lexington, KY., which she went on to win. Kunc will be racing in the 2017 NCAA Cross Country Championships on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
UK women’s cross country finish eighth at Notre Dame Invitational
October 1, 2021
Katy Kunc runs in the 2017 Bluegrass Cross Country Invitational in Lexington, KY., which she went on to win. Kunc will be racing in the 2017 NCAA Cross Country Championships on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
Kentucky women’s cross country finish first at Commodore Classic
September 17, 2021
Kentucky freshman Caitlin Brooks swims in the womens 200 yard butterfly during the meet against the University of Cincinnati on Friday, Jan. 31, 2020, at the Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
Kentucky womens swim and dive places 19th in NCAA Championships
March 20, 2023
A UK swimmer diving into the pool. University of Kentuckys Swim and Dive had a meet with LSU on Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Kentucky diving adds three NCAA bids at Zone C Championships
March 13, 2023
Kentucky and Cincinnati swimmers dive into the pool during the meet against the University of Cincinnati on Friday, Jan. 31, 2020, at the Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
Kentucky swim and dive earn six medals at SEC Championships
February 19, 2023
Kentucky freshman Caitlin Brooks swims in the womens 200 yard butterfly during the meet against the University of Cincinnati on Friday, Jan. 31, 2020, at the Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
Kentucky swim and dive splits home meet against Louisville
January 22, 2023
Kentucky swimmers Nick Caruso (left) and Gillian Davey (middle) pose alongside the silver-medal winning swimmer at the 2022 U.S Open in the Greensboro Aquatic Center in Greensboro, North Carolina, on Dec. 3, 2022. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
Two UK swimmers qualify for 2024 Olympic Trials at U.S Open
December 6, 2022
Dhaivat Pandya competes during the Bearcat Invitational. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
Kentucky mens golf records top-five finish in Schenkel Invitational
March 21, 2023
Kentucky womens golfer Laney Frye competes in the third round of the NCAA Championship finals at Grayhawk Golf Club in Scottsdale, Arizona. Photo by Tim Cowie, provided by UK Athletics
Kentucky womens golf stumbles at Darius Rucker Intercollegiate
March 2, 2023
Dhaivat Pandya competes during the Bearcat Invitational. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
Kentucky mens golf finishes ninth at Lake Las Vegas Intercollegiate Tournament
March 2, 2023
Kentucky womens golfer Laney Frye competes in the third round of the NCAA Championship finals at Grayhawk Golf Club in Scottsdale, Arizona. Photo by Tim Cowie, provided by UK Athletics
Kentucky womens golf records ninth place finish at Therese Hession Regional Challenge
February 17, 2023
Members of the Kentucky womens golf team pose with the Ruth’s Chris Tar Heel Invitational trophy on Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2022, at the Governors Club in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Photo provided by Jeffery Camarati.
Womens golf wins second-straight tournament to conclude fall season
October 19, 2022
The Kentucky hockey team poses for a photo with the trophy at the Kentucky vs. Louisville hockey game on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023, at the Lexington Ice Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 7-2. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky hockey defeats Louisville 7-2 in Lexington
January 23, 2023
Kentucky players celebrate after scoring a goal during the UK vs. Louisville hockey game on Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022, at Lexington Ice Center in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 7-5. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky hockey loses 6-4 to Ohio State in first round of TSCHL playoffs
February 19, 2022
Kentucky players celebrate after scoring a goal during the UK vs. Louisville hockey game on Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022, at Lexington Ice Center in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 7-5. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Homework and hockey: Brett Quinn’s story
February 3, 2022
A Kentucky hockey player moves the puck up the rink during the game against EKU on Friday, Jan. 18, 2019, at The Lexington Ice Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 6 to 3. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
Kentucky hockey suffers first loss of season against DePaul
September 20, 2021
Kentucky and EKU hockey players chase after the puck during the game against EKU on Friday, Jan. 18, 2019, at The Lexington Ice Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 6 to 3. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
‘A rowdy, exciting time.’ Hockey returns to Lexington following pandemic, fire
September 9, 2021
Kentucky Wildcats head coach John Calipari reacts to the Kentucky vs. Georgia mens basketball game on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2023, at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens, Georgia. UK lost 68-75. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff
COLUMN: Has the SEC simply caught up to Kentucky?
March 7, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats head coach John Calipari reacts to a play during the No. 4 Kentucky vs. Michigan State Champions Classic mens basketball game on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2022, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Michigan State won 86-77 in the second overtime. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
COLUMN: Kentucky’s problems are bigger than basketball
January 11, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Oscar Tshiebwe (34) dunks the ball during the Kentucky vs. North Florida mens basketball game on Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2022, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 96-56. Photo by Jackson Dunavant | Staff
COLUMN: Three takeaways from Cats’ London victory
December 8, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats guard Jada Walker (11) gets helped up by her team during the Kentucky vs. Radford womens basketball game on Monday, Nov. 7, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 82-78. Photo by Jackson Dunavant | Staff
Column: Kentucky womens basketball is on the right track
December 3, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver DeMarcus Harris (4) attempts to block a camera as offensive coordinator Rich Scangarello walks off the field after the No. 7 Kentucky vs. No. 14 Ole Miss football game on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, at Vaught Hemingway Stadium in Oxford, Mississippi. Ole Miss won 22-19. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Column: The 2022 season was a disastrous hiccup for Kentucky football
December 2, 2022
Sending love letters is great for long distance relationships
Sending love letters is great for long distance relationships
March 23, 2023
The women who have helped me with mental health and being a leader
The women who have helped me with mental health and being a leader
March 21, 2023
Kentucky students cheer during the No. 3 Kentucky vs. No. 6 Vanderbilt mens basketball game in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals on Friday, March 10, 2023, at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. Vanderbilt won 80-73. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
UK students love their mens basketball team
March 20, 2023
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Inspiring women to know in Women’s History Month
March 20, 2023
Fencing blocks off an area under construction near White Hall Classroom Building on Monday, March 6, 2023, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
Construction should be used to better learning environments, not appearances for more money
March 15, 2023
So, what now?
So, what now?
June 24, 2022
A slice of sweet potato pie is served on Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff file photo
Thanksgiving: A holiday glow up
November 18, 2021
Timothée Chalamet in the movie Dune. Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures.
Dune 2021: A classic gets its due
November 16, 2021
A masked student studies in the William T. Young Library during the first day of classes for the fall 2020 semester on Monday, Aug. 17, 2020, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Is fall 2021 easier?
November 16, 2021
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‘Dreaming of You.’ Novel brings dead pop star back to life
November 12, 2021
Students walk out of the Gatton Student Center on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
Editorial: Attendance should only be 10% of overall grades at UK
February 28, 2023
The FarmHouse Fraternity house on Monday, Oct. 18, 2021, the night Hazelwood died, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Kentucky Kernel
Editorial: Hazing is life and death, not a game of semantics
November 17, 2022
Cones and fences prevent traffic on Rose Street on Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2022, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Kentucky Kernel
UK needs more acceptability and accessibility on campus
October 13, 2022
Fallen leaves collect under a row of trees outside of William T. Young Library on Friday, Oct. 30, 2020, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Looking back at fall 2021
December 2, 2021
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Fall break is a step in the right direction, but more is needed
October 29, 2021
Kentucky Wildcats forward Jacob Toppin (0) shoots the ball during the No. 6 Kentucky vs. No. 3 Kansas State mens basketball game in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Sunday, March 19, 2023, at Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina. Kansas State won 75-69. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
PHOTOS: No. 6 Kentucky’s NCAA Tournament run ends with 75-69 loss to No. 3 Kansas State
March 19, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats head coach John Calipari coaches his team from the sideline during the No. 1 Kentucky vs. No. 1 Wisconsin mens basketball game in the NCAA Tournament Final Four on Saturday, April 4, 2015, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Wisconsin won 71-64. Photo by Michael Reaves | Kentucky Kernel
PHOTOS: A look back at John Calipari’s March Madness outfits
March 19, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Jacob Toppin (0) shoots the ball during the No. 6 Kentucky vs. No. 11 Providence mens basketball game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday, March 17, 2023, at Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina. Kentucky won 61-53. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
PHOTOS: No. 6 Kentucky defeats No. 11 Providence 61-53, advances to second round of NCAA Tournament
March 18, 2023
The Kentucky Wildcats practice ahead of the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday, March 16, 2023, at Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
PHOTOS: No. 6 Kentucky prepares for first round of NCAA Tournament at Greensboro Coliseum
March 17, 2023
John Calipari answers questions after watching the Selection Sunday show on Sunday, March 12, 2023, at Caliparis home in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
VIDEO: Kentucky mens basketball reacts to Selection Sunday results
March 15, 2023
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Emily Girard poses for a portrait on Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2022. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Savor the stupid moments: Parting words from a graduating features editor

Emily Girard, Features Editor
December 8, 2022

A look into UK’s relationship with queer studies

Emily Girard, Features Editor
December 5, 2022
Students attend a morning cycling class at 7:30 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 14, 2022, at Alumni Gym in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Maria Rauh | Staff

At Alumni Gym, students are up and moving before the sun

Emily Girard, Features Editor
December 2, 2022
Reflecting on the uncertainties of college and career after MediaFest22

Reflecting on the uncertainties of college and career after MediaFest22

Emily Girard, Features Editor
November 18, 2022
Latino Student Community Specialist Ruth González Jiménezon poses for a portrait on Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022, at the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff

Humans of UK: Ruth González Jiménez celebrates community and history on Día de los Muertos

Emily Girard, Features Editor
November 11, 2022
This Halloween, discover a new, free-to-access genre: Analog horror

This Halloween, discover a new, free-to-access genre: Analog horror

Emily Girard, Features Editor
October 10, 2022
UK’s Undergraduate Research + Creative Experience Expo took place on Monday, Sept. 12, in the Gatton Student Center. Photo by Emily Girard | Kentucky Kernel

Students discover research and internship opportunities at UK’s undergraduate research fair

Emily Girard, Features Editor
September 29, 2022
University of Kentucky Philosophy Chair David Bradshaw poses for a portrait on Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2022, in his office in Patterson Office Tower at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Maria Rauh | Kentucky Kernel

Humans of UK: David Bradshaw explores the language of philosophy

Emily Girard, Features Editor
September 26, 2022
CARES Administrative Support Associate, Aku Fiagbeto, poses for a portrait on Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2022 at the CARES Center at the University of Kentucky. Photo by Maria Rauh | Kentucky Kernel

CARES Center increases retention and community for minority students

Emily Girard, Features Editor
September 21, 2022
Seeing past the curtain: One autistic journalist’s perspective

Seeing past the curtain: One autistic journalist’s perspective

Emily Girard, Features Editor
September 21, 2022
Dont Look Up stars an ensemble cast including (left to right) Jonah Hill, Leonardo DiCaprio, Meryl Streep and Jennifer Lawrence. NETFLIX

‘Don’t Look Up’ combines modern frustration with existential horror, encompassing a very common mindset

Emily Girard, Features Editor
September 20, 2022

‘Loving Adults’ takes tension in relationships to a new level

Emily Girard, Features Editor
September 19, 2022
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‘Tully’ is a surprisingly masterful look at motherhood and change

Emily Girard, Features Editor
September 13, 2022
A student studies in the William T. Young Library on Monday, Aug. 17, 2020, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

New student loan forgiveness policy sparks varying responses from UK students and alumni

Emily Girard, Features Editor
September 5, 2022
The artistry of journalism: Where news and design collide

The artistry of journalism: Where news and design collide

Emily Girard, Features Editor
August 25, 2022
Director of the Louie B. Nunn Center for Oral History, Doug Boyd, poses for a portrait on Monday, Aug. 22, 2022, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff

Humans of UK: Dr. Doug Boyd preserves the future of the past

Emily Girard, Features Editor
August 25, 2022
A UK student pushes a cart into Woodland Glen III during move in on Saturday, Jan. 23, 2021, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

A K Week survival kit

Emily Girard, Features Editor
August 18, 2022
A student pushes a cart of belongings past the Gatton Student Center during move in on Monday, Aug. 16, 2021, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

What every UK freshman should know

Emily Girard
August 13, 2022
Former Reynolds Building becomes new home for College of Design

Former Reynolds Building becomes new home for College of Design

Emily Girard
August 8, 2022
We are there. UK offers resources to students after eastern KY flooding

‘We are there.’ UK offers resources to students after eastern KY flooding

Emily Girard
July 31, 2022
A new perspective on gender

A new perspective on gender

Emily Girard
July 15, 2022
So, what now?

So, what now?

Emily Girard
June 24, 2022
Nuclear technology development at UK furthered by national grant

Nuclear technology development at UK furthered by national grant

Emily Girard
June 18, 2022
A student wearing a mask exits Gatton Student Center on the first day of in-person classes on Monday, Aug. 17, 2020, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Masks optional across UK, Capilouto announces

Emily Girard
June 3, 2022
A community member receives a COVID-19 test on Friday, Feb. 5, 2021, at UK’s Kroger Field testing site in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

College Way COVID-19 testing to close at end of May

Emily Girard
May 26, 2022
A lot of life left to live. UK alumnus and mother searches for new kidney

‘A lot of life left to live.’ UK alumnus and mother searches for new kidney

Emily Girard
May 18, 2022
UKPD reports robbery near UK campus

UKPD reports robbery near UK campus

Emily Girard
May 16, 2022
James W. Stuckert Career Center on Rose Street on University of Kentuckys campus in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff

‘A vital component of the student experience.’ UK helps students find internships

Emily Girard
April 20, 2022
Yard signs line a sidewalk outside White Hall Classroom Building on Wednesday, April 13, 2022, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Branding a university: The story of UK’s marketing materials

Emily Girard
April 14, 2022

Mental health or political involvement: We should not have to choose

Emily Girard
March 3, 2022
Screenshot taken during Russia-Ukraine crisis discussion hosted by the Patterson School Diplomacy on Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022.

UK Patterson School of Diplomacy discusses Russia-Ukraine crisis

Emily Girard
February 10, 2022
Creative and research opportunities abound at undergraduate expo

Creative and research opportunities abound at undergraduate expo

Emily Girard
February 3, 2022
Continued masking, testing among Capiloutos plans for spring semester

Continued masking, testing among Capilouto’s plans for spring semester

Emily Girard
December 24, 2021
The FarmHouse Fraternity house on Monday, Oct. 18, 2021, the night Hazelwood died, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Kentucky Kernel

UK’s FarmHouse chapter suspended following investigations into Hazelwood’s death

Emily Girard
December 22, 2021
A dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is injected into a patient’s arm on Saturday, April 10, 2021, at UK’s COVID-19 vaccination clinic at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Pediatric vaccination clinic opens at UK HealthCare

Emily Girard
December 2, 2021
The Otis A. Singletary Center for the Arts on Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2021, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

UK College of Fine Arts loosens mask policy

Emily Girard
November 12, 2021
Students eat at The 90 dining hall on Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2021, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff file photo

‘A serendipitous situation.’ UK dining hall offers local, sustainable food options

Emily Girard
September 16, 2021
The Albert B. Chandler Hospital on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

More people than ever are applying to the College of Medicine. Students and faculty have ideas about why

Emily Girard
September 9, 2021
Chief Justice John D. Minton Jr. listens to UKs lawyer during oral arguments heard by the Kentucky Supreme Court in UKs lawsuit against the Kernel on Friday, Oct. 23, 2020, at the Kentucky Supreme Court in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff.

Details of the James Harwood investigation and records battle

Emily Girard
August 26, 2021
Construction of the new Coldstream Research Campus on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2021, at the Coldstream Research Campus in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

Updates underway at UK’s Coldstream Research Campus

Emily Girard
August 26, 2021

UK mandates weekly COVID-19 tests for unvaccinated faculty, staff and students

Emily Girard
August 26, 2021
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear delivers updates on COVID-19 on Aug. 23, 2021.

Gov. Beshear announces record COVID-19 cases, deployment of National Guard

Emily Girard
August 23, 2021

UK selected to participate in COVID-19 vaccine booster study

Emily Girard
August 11, 2021

Database breach discovered in UK College of Education; UK to implement new security measures

Emily Girard
August 5, 2021

UK HealthCare to require COVID-19 vaccines for employees

Emily Girard
August 4, 2021
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Mike Richey, UK’s Vice President for Philanthropy, to retire at year’s end

Emily Girard
July 26, 2021

Governor Beshear holds conference on Delta variant, emphasizes importance of vaccines

Emily Girard
July 20, 2021
Dan Berezowitz

UK football chief of staff arrested, charged with assault

Emily Girard
July 8, 2021
Dr. Martha Peterson

Dr. Martha Peterson named as acting graduate school dean

Emily Girard
June 30, 2021

UK Board of Trustees approves tuition increase, employee benefits

Emily Girard
June 17, 2021

Governor announces $1 million drawing for vaccine recipients

Emily Girard
June 7, 2021

UK’s search for Vice President for Institutional Diversity is coming to a close

Emily Girard
May 27, 2021

UK announces a $15 minimum wage for campus workers

Emily Girard
May 21, 2021
A masked student studies in the William T. Young Library during the first day of classes for the fall 2020 semester on Monday, Aug. 17, 2020, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

Academic adaptations extend beyond classroom during COVID-19

Emily Girard
April 6, 2021
Chris Girard, Emily Girard and Kim Girard during Emily’s 2019 high school graduation

Unprecedented times

Emily Girard
December 31, 2020

Kernel, KRNL win national and international awards

Emily Girard
October 31, 2020
Hannah Legris, candidate for the District 3 seat for Urban City Council, poses for a portrait on Columbia Avenue in Lexington, Kentucky, on Oct. 14, 2020. Photo by Emily Girard | Staff

City Council candidate Hannah LeGris aims for ‘open, accessible and transparent’ leadership

Emily Girard
October 22, 2020

UK to require flu shots for all students

Emily Girard
October 8, 2020
UK scientists found responsible for research misconduct

UK scientists found responsible for research misconduct

Emily Girard
August 28, 2020
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School of Journalism and Media names new director

Emily Girard
July 13, 2020
UK releases official plan of operations for fall semester

UK releases official plan of operations for fall semester

Emily Girard
June 16, 2020

Lexington music venue Cosmic Charlie’s permanently closes

Emily Girard
June 4, 2020

New budget details: no reductions in force and graduate student protections

Emily Girard
May 22, 2020

WRFL maintains broadcasting streak while quarantined

Emily Girard
May 20, 2020
Prats, a lecturer in the College of Arts and Sciences, is concerned about enforcement and compliance of social distancing guidelines like masks.

“I can’t imagine going into the classroom”: UK faculty on campus reopening

Emily Girard
May 18, 2020
Many college students aren’t eligible for stimulus checks. Here’s how they feel about it.

Many college students aren’t eligible for stimulus checks. Here’s how they feel about it.

Emily Girard
May 12, 2020
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UK reopening for fall 2020 semester

Emily Girard
May 1, 2020

UK offers pass/fail grading for all undergraduate classes

Emily Girard
April 17, 2020
Ramla Miller, a counselor in the Lewis Honors College, and her son Nas.

How five UK faculty members are balancing work and childcare

Emily Girard
April 17, 2020
A parade of police and construction workers organized by Gooch Construction honors front-line health and public safety workers on Friday, April 10, 2020, on South Limestone outside of the UK Chandler Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff

UK holds parade to honor front-line workers

Emily Girard
April 10, 2020
UK staff and volunteers to personally call all students

UK staff and volunteers to personally call all students

Emily Girard
April 6, 2020
A Lextran bus drives down South Limestone on Monday, March 26, 2018, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

Some UK campus bus routes suspended because of reduced ridership

Emily Girard
April 6, 2020
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UK faculty source over 6,000 protective masks for UK HealthCare workers

Emily Girard
April 3, 2020
Emily Girard and her father at Charlie Browns, a local Lexington restaurant and bar, before the coronavirus pandemic.

How my immunocompromised family changed my perspective on isolation

Emily Girard
March 30, 2020

UK pauses hiring in response to coronavirus challenges

Emily Girard
March 27, 2020

UK to offer childcare to essential service employees

Emily Girard
March 20, 2020
The University of Kentucky announced a $500,000 investment into the campuss mental health resources on Feb. 21, 2020. Photo by Rick Childress

As coronavirus fears grow, UK students and staff share their opinions

Emily Girard
March 9, 2020
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Lexington councilman whose district included areas around UK campus dies unexpectedly

Emily Girard
March 3, 2020
Freshmen attend the iPad Pick-A-Path offered by Apple as part of K Week on Friday, August 23, 2019 in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Natalie Parks | Staff

UK to fund 7,300 more iPads for this fall’s freshman class

Emily Girard
February 21, 2020
The event was held in the Special Collections Research Center of the Margaret I. King Library to commemorate its current exhibit, Women of Strength and Mind: The Suffrage Question in Kentucky, which will run through February. Photo by Emily Girard

UK Libraries’ women’s suffrage centennial celebration highlights Kentuckians

Emily Girard
January 22, 2020
The bike parts vending machine was installed in front of Wildcat Wheels in Blazer Dining in October 2019. Photo by Emily Girard.

Bike parts vending machine brings UK students a convenient space to get spare parts

Emily Girard
December 2, 2019
UK Junior Sarah Claustro and UKPD Chief Joe Monroe pose during this years Coffee with a Cop event in the Starbucks inside Gatton Student Center.

UKPD puts ‘best foot forward’ with annual Coffee with a Cop event

Emily Girard
November 14, 2019
A student walks by a lone Lime Scooter outside of the UK Science and Engineering Library on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2019, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

Ride-share scooters have hit Lexington. Here’s what UK students think so far.

Emily Girard
October 29, 2019
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Mr. and Ms. Black UK crowned after 90’s house party themed pageant

Emily Girard
October 11, 2019
UKs Information and Technology Services has launched a campaign to spread awareness about cybersecurity on campus. 

UK’s IT Services launches #SecureBlue campaign

Emily Girard
October 10, 2019
Courtney Waterbury, a UK graduate student, holds a refillable water bottle with a Fill it Forward sticker on the side of it. Photo by Emily Girard

Fill it Forward campaign sets UK against Florida in the name of charity

Emily Girard
September 30, 2019
Taza Grill opened on South Limestone this semester. The eatery has been named one of the best 10 Mediterranean restaurants on Yelp. Sept. 10, 2019. | Photo by Emily Girard

New Lexington eatery, Taza Grill, opens on South Limestone

Emily Girard
September 10, 2019
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