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Students try to catch as many ping pong balls as possible as they fall from Patterson Office Tower at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY on April 22, 2024. Photo by Isabella Sepahban | Staff
Over 350 UK students participate in annual ‘Ping Pong Ball Drop’ for the chance to win prizes
April 24, 2024
Terry Anderson poses for a portrait. Photo by UK Communication and Information College.
Journalist and former UK faculty member Terry Anderson has died at 76
April 23, 2024
Crowds gather near the track to watch the first race of the day on Friday, April 19, 2024, at Keeneland During College day in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
PHOTOS: Keeneland College Scholarship Day
April 23, 2024
Students react to winners of the third race on Friday, April 19, 2024, at Keeneland During College day in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Keeneland’s College Scholarship Day awards local students
April 23, 2024
David Schwartz (Left), English graduate student and teaching assistant, and Ian Mooney, philosophy doctoral candidate and teaching assistant attend UCW rally to fight for graduate student worker rights at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY on April 17, 2024. Photo by Isabella Sepahban | Staff
United Campus Workers of UK hold rally demanding higher pay for graduate workers and an end to international student fees
April 21, 2024
Students try to catch as many ping pong balls as possible as they fall from Patterson Office Tower at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY on April 22, 2024. Photo by Isabella Sepahban | Staff
Over 350 UK students participate in annual ‘Ping Pong Ball Drop’ for the chance to win prizes
April 24, 2024
Terry Anderson poses for a portrait. Photo by UK Communication and Information College.
Journalist and former UK faculty member Terry Anderson has died at 76
April 23, 2024
David Schwartz (Left), English graduate student and teaching assistant, and Ian Mooney, philosophy doctoral candidate and teaching assistant attend UCW rally to fight for graduate student worker rights at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY on April 17, 2024. Photo by Isabella Sepahban | Staff
United Campus Workers of UK hold rally demanding higher pay for graduate workers and an end to international student fees
April 21, 2024
‘One Day For UK’ unites alumni, faculty and fans to give back to the university
‘One Day For UK’ unites alumni, faculty and fans to give back to the university
April 20, 2024
The Phi Kappa Tau building on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at Pennsylvania Court in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Phi Kappa Tau fraternity reinstated as student organization
April 17, 2024
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
Terry Anderson poses for a portrait. Photo by UK Communication and Information College.
Journalist and former UK faculty member Terry Anderson has died at 76
April 23, 2024
Students react to winners of the third race on Friday, April 19, 2024, at Keeneland During College day in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Keeneland’s College Scholarship Day awards local students
April 23, 2024
Hundreds gather for a vigil for UK dance team member Kate Kaufling on Monday, April 15, 2024, at Greek Park at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Kaufling, a sophomore, died from bone cancer less than a year after her diagnosis. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Kentucky students attend vigil for Kate Kaufling
April 18, 2024
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
Beloved restaurant-owner Joe Bologna to retire after a life in the business
April 16, 2024
People find a place to sit before a vigil for UK dance team member Kate Kaufling on Monday, April 15, 2024, at Greek Park at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Kaufling, a sophomore, died from bone cancer less than a year after her diagnosis. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PHOTOS: Celebration of life for Kate Kaufling
April 16, 2024
Sarah Corman, a social work graduate student, watches the partial solar eclipse with her daughter Penelope on Monday, April 8, 2024, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PHOTOS: Solar eclipse 2024 in Lexington
April 8, 2024
Lexington community members join University of Kentucky students to watch the solar eclipse at Johnson Center Field on the University of Kentucky campus in Lexington, KY on Monday, August 21, 2017.
Kentucky to see a solar eclipse for the first time since 2017
April 7, 2024
The Beshear family and friends stand during the Armed Forces Salute during the 62nd Kentucky inauguration ceremony on Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2023, at the Kentucky State Capitol in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Bill to end DEI initiatives at public universities in Kentucky fails to be voted on before veto period
March 30, 2024
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell speaks at an event during President Biden’s visit to Kentucky to discuss infrastructure on Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2023, near the Brent Spence Bridge in Covington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | File
Kentucky Senator Mitch McConnell to step down as Republican Leader in November
February 28, 2024
Gov. Andy Beshear is sworn in during the 62nd Kentucky inauguration ceremony on Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2023, at the Kentucky State Capitol in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
‘We love you, and we will get the job done.’ Beshear officially inaugurated for 2nd term
December 12, 2023
Resolution on Shared Governance at UK approved in Senate Council meeting
Resolution on Shared Governance at UK approved in Senate Council meeting
April 13, 2024
Brandi Frisby named associate provost for academic affairs
Brandi Frisby named associate provost for academic affairs
April 12, 2024
UK extends enrollment deadline for the fall 2024 semester for first-year students
UK extends enrollment deadline for the fall 2024 semester for first-year students
April 11, 2024
Faculty expressed desire to be ‘true partners’ with administration at UK
Faculty expressed desire to be ‘true partners’ with administration at UK
March 28, 2024
Tensions remain high amidst proposed changes to shared governance structure
Tensions remain high amidst proposed changes to shared governance structure
March 12, 2024
Timothy Umsteads mugshot from the Fayette County jail website on Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024. Umstead was arrested on the night of Feb. 7, and he was booked on Feb. 8.
Former UK student’s weapon possession charges reduced
February 12, 2024
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
Former NBA player and Kentucky basketball player Rex Chapman speaks during SpeakBlue with Rex Chapman on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at the Singletary Center for the Arts in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
SAB and SGA present ‘Speak Blue’ featuring Rex Chapman
April 5, 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
Lizzy Hornung, left, and Jason Marcus were named the 2023 student body president and vice president on March 8.
SGA disqualifies unofficial student body president and vice president winners, names new official winners
March 9, 2023
Ashlee Bell, a junior marketing major, pays for parking outside William T. Young Library on Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2023, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Students can park for free using SGA coupon program
February 10, 2023
UK SGA announces unofficial election results
UK SGA announces unofficial election results
October 4, 2022
Timothy Umsteads mugshot from the Fayette County jail website on Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024. Umstead was arrested on the night of Feb. 7, and he was booked on Feb. 8.
Former UK student’s weapon possession charges reduced
February 12, 2024
Former University of Kentucky student Timothy Umstead, 19, was arrested at 209 University Ave. on Feb. 7, 2024 in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Former UK student arrested for wanton endangerment after allegedly making threats
February 8, 2024
UK Police reports vehicle theft on campus
UK Police reports vehicle theft on campus
August 21, 2023
UK police notify campus of sexual abuse in residence hall
UK police notify campus of sexual abuse in residence hall
May 1, 2023
UK police notify campus of sexual assault
UK police notify campus of sexual assault
March 31, 2023
Author-Illustrator Rachel Elliot sits in front of the graphic novel section of the Lucille Caudill Little Fine Arts Library on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
Art is the love of Rachel Elliott’s life
April 5, 2024
Kae Brandenburg, an Electrical Engineering major, poses for a portrait on March, 22, 2024, in Lexington Kentucky at the William T. Young Library. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Mullets: Past their prime or ‘hair’ to stay?
April 4, 2024
Ty Osborne, a media arts and studies student and professional voice actor, poses for a portrait inside the University of Kentuckys Media Depot on Feb. 5, 2024, in Lexington, Ky.
Behind the mic: UK student Ty Osborne finds success as a professional voice actor
March 21, 2024
Green Party Presidential candidate Jill Stein poses for a portrait on Monday, March 4, 2024, in the William T. Young Library at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Green Party presidential candidate Jill Stein fights to make an ‘America that works for all of us’
March 7, 2024
Friends and family of Madison Becknell gather to mourn her death during a vigil on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at Baptist Campus Ministry in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Madison Pearl Becknell: ‘A ray of sunshine’
March 7, 2024
Kentucky infielder Grace Lorsung (33) prepares to throw the ball after fielding it during the No. 21 Kentucky vs. Bellarmine softball match on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
No. 23 Kentucky softball takes series at Auburn 2-1
April 24, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats running back Ray Davis (1) celebrates a touchdown during the Kentucky vs. Florida football game on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 33-14. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
NFL Draft preview: Ray Davis leaves lasting legacy in lone season with Cats
April 24, 2024
Kentucky senior Joshua Lapadat celebrates during the Kentucky vs Notre Dame mens tennis match on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
No. 1 Kentucky men’s tennis takes home SEC Championship title
April 24, 2024
A member of the Kentucky mens golf team walks the course during the 2024 Mason Rudolph Championship tournament at Vanderbilt Legends-South Golf Course in Franklin, Tennessee. UK finished ninth. Photo provided by UK Athletics
Meet the team: UK men’s golf
April 24, 2024
Chris Livingston with the Milwaukee Bucks. Image sourced from Instagram @chris__livingston
Cats in the pros: Chris Livingston makes NBA Playoffs debut
April 24, 2024
Kentucky forward Ugonna Onyenso puts his head in his hands after the No. 3 Kentucky vs. No. 14 Oakland mens basketball game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at the PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Kentucky lost 80-76. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
BROADCAST: Kentucky students react to NCAA Tournament loss
March 23, 2024
Kentucky head coach Kyra Elzy coaches her team during during the Kentucky vs. Minnesota womens basketball game on Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 76-57. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
PODCAST: Reeves, Elzy and all things basketball
January 21, 2024
Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard leaves the court after warmups before the Kentucky vs. Louisville men’s basketball game on Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023, at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PODCAST: UK Basketball SEC Openers
January 17, 2024
BROADCAST: Jojo Edmonds makes history on UK Dance Team
BROADCAST: Jojo Edmonds makes history on UK Dance Team
December 13, 2023
Kentucky running back Ray Davis (1) runs with the ball during the Kentucky vs. Louisville football game on Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium in Louisville, Kentucky. Kentucky won 38-31. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
PODCAST: All things football
November 30, 2023
Karter Knox. Photo sourced from Instagram: karterrknox
Former Kentucky commit four-star Karter Knox joins John Calipari at Arkansas
April 22, 2024
Mark Pope speaks 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
Kentucky men’s basketball adds two assistant coaches to Mark Pope’s staff
April 22, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats associate coach Orlando Antigua yells from the bench during the No. 16 Kentucky vs. Yale mens basketball game on Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 69-59. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Former Kentucky assistant coach Orlando Antigua returns to Illinois
April 21, 2024
Mark Pope speaks 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
Fifth-year transfer Amari Williams commits to Kentucky men’s basketball
April 21, 2024
Kentucky guards Reed Sheppard (15) and Jordan Burks (23) high-five during the No. 12 Kentucky vs. No. 8 Miami mens basketball game on Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 95-73. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Jordan Burks enters transfer portal, leaves Kentucky with no returning scholarship players
April 19, 2024
Kentucky womens basketball head coach Kenny Brooks speaks to media during his introductory press conference inside the Joe Craft Center on Thursday, March 28, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo provided by Chet White | UK Athletics
Kentucky women’s basketball roster tracker: Who’s gone and who’s new?
April 5, 2024
Kentucky women’s basketball gets Clara Strack from Virginia Tech
April 5, 2024
Kentucky womens basketball head coach Kenny Brooks and athletic director Mitch Barnhart hold up a Kentucky jersey during Brooks introductory press conference inside the Joe Craft Center on Thursday, March 28, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo provided by Chet White | UK Athletics
Virginia Tech star Georgia Amoore announces transfer to Kentucky
April 4, 2024
Kentucky womens basketball head coach Kenny Brooks speaks to media during his introductory press conference inside the Joe Craft Center on Thursday, March 28, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo provided by Chet White | UK Athletics
Kentucky women’s basketball lands first transfer under Kenny Brooks in Amelia Hassett
April 4, 2024
Kentucky womens basketball head coach Kenny Brooks and athletic director Mitch Barnhart hold up a Kentucky jersey during Brooks introductory press conference inside the Joe Craft Center on Thursday, March 28, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo provided by Chet White | UK Athletics
Kenny Brooks touches down in Lexington, provides his vision for women’s basketball program
March 28, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats running back Ray Davis (1) celebrates a touchdown during the Kentucky vs. Florida football game on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 33-14. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
NFL Draft preview: Ray Davis leaves lasting legacy in lone season with Cats
April 24, 2024
Kentucky quarterback Brock Vandagriff (12) prepares to throw the ball during the Kentucky Blue-White Spring football game on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky football spring game
April 15, 2024
Kentucky coach Vince Marrow stands on the sideline during the Kentucky vs. Missouri football game on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 38-21. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky football lands 2025 three-star offensive lineman Tucker Kattus
March 27, 2024
Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops walks through the Cat Walk before the Kentucky vs. Alabama football game on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo Abbey Cutrer | Staff
ANALYSIS: Kentucky football will have revitalized offense for new coordinator
February 16, 2024
Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops waves to fans at the Cat Walk before the Kentucky vs. Eastern Kentucky football game on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Kentucky football hires new offensive coordinator Bush Hamdan
February 14, 2024
Kentucky head coach Nick Mingione watches on during the Kentucky vs Louisville baseball game on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at Jim Patterson Stadium in Louisville, Kentucky. Kentucky won 17-13. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
Kentucky baseball drops one spot to No. 4 in D1Baseball Top 25
April 23, 2024
Kentucky first baseman Ryan Nicholson gets a walk during the Kentucky vs Tennessee baseball game on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 9-4. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky baseball comes up short in decisive game three, loses first SEC series versus No. 4 Tennessee
April 21, 2024
Kentucky infielder Emilien Pitre up to bat during the Kentucky vs Tennessee baseball game on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 9-4. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Disastrous first inning snaps Kentucky baseball’s SEC win streak against No. 4 Tennessee
April 21, 2024
Kentucky baseball players celebrate during the Kentucky vs Louisville baseball game on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at Jim Patterson Stadium in Louisville, Kentucky. Kentucky won 17-13. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
Late comeback propels Kentucky baseball to 5-3 game one win over No. 4 Tennessee
April 20, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats first baseman Nick Lopez celebrates with head coach Nick Mingione after hitting a home run during the Kentucky vs. Eastern Kentucky baseball game on Tuesday, Mar. 5, 2024, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 10-0. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
PREVIEW: No. 3 Kentucky baseball prepares for No. 4 Tennessee at home
April 19, 2024
Kentucky infielder Grace Lorsung (33) prepares to throw the ball after fielding it during the No. 21 Kentucky vs. Bellarmine softball match on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
No. 23 Kentucky softball takes series at Auburn 2-1
April 24, 2024
Kentucky infielder Grace Lorsung (33) prepares to throw the ball to first base during the No. 21 Kentucky vs. No. 3 LSU softball match on Friday, March 8, 2024, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 6-2. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
No. 23 Kentucky softball puts up 12 runs to defeat Western Kentucky
April 19, 2024
Kentucky infielder Margaret Tobias (12) runs towards first base during the No. 21 Kentucky vs. Bellarmine softball match on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
Kentucky softball outlasts No. 7 Georgia to claim thrilling series win
April 16, 2024
Kentucky shortstop Erin Coffel (21) throws her bat after it breaks during the No. 21 Kentucky vs. No. 3 LSU softball match on Friday, March 8, 2024, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 6-2. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Erin Coffel and Kayla Kowalik named to U.S. Women’s National Team’s Japan All-Star Series roster
April 14, 2024
Kentucky infielder/outfielder Peyton Plotts (37) prepares to bat during the No. 21 Kentucky vs. Bellarmine softball match on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
Kentucky softball takes down No. 7 Georgia 7-5 in first game of the series
April 13, 2024
Jillian Procasky, Annie Riegert, and Makenzie Wilson watch their teammates perform during the No. 6 Kentucky vs No 5. Florida gymnastics meet on Sunday, March 3, 2024 at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 198.100-198.225.
‘Team 50’ ends historic season in NCAA Tournament Regionals
April 10, 2024
Cecily Rizo performs her bars routine during the No. 6 Kentucky vs No 5. Florida gymnastics meet on Sunday, March 3, 2024 at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 198.100-198.225.
Records continue to break for Kentucky gymnastics after finishing third in SEC Championship
March 28, 2024
Raena Worley winks after completing her bars routine during the No. 6 Kentucky vs No 5. Florida gymnastics meet on Sunday, March 3, 2024 at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 198.100-198.225.
Kentucky gymnastics sweeps Kidney Care Women’s Collegiate Gymnastics Championship
March 24, 2024
Raena Worley winks after completing her bars routine during the No. 6 Kentucky vs No 5. Florida gymnastics meet on Sunday, March 3, 2024 at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 198.100-198.225.
No. 6 Kentucky gymnastics falls on senior night
March 5, 2024
Cecily Rizo performs her bars routine during the No. 6 Kentucky vs No 5. Florida gymnastics meet on Sunday, March 3, 2024 at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 198.100-198.225.
PHOTOS: Kentucky gymnastics celebrates Senior Day against Florida
March 4, 2024
Kentucky senior Joshua Lapadat celebrates during the Kentucky vs Notre Dame mens tennis match on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
No. 1 Kentucky men’s tennis takes home SEC Championship title
April 24, 2024
Lizzy Stevens and Zoe Hammond during their doubles match vs Missouri on Mar. 29, 2024 in Lexington Kentucky at Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center. Kentucky won the match 4-0. Photo by Aidan Dillard-Hijikata | Staff
Kentucky women’s tennis falls to Auburn 4-0 in SEC Tournament
April 21, 2024
The Kentucky mens tennis team huddles up during the Kentucky vs Notre Dame mens tennis match on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
PREVIEW: No. 5 Kentucky men’s tennis predictions for SEC Tournament
April 19, 2024
Kentucky freshman Matt Rankin hits the ball during the Kentucky vs Notre Dame mens tennis match on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
COLUMN: Kentucky men’s tennis freshmen and their role in undefeated SEC season
April 17, 2024
Kentucky freshman Jack Loutit hits the ball during the Kentucky vs. Virginia mens tennis match on Sunday Feb. 4, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-3. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
No. 5 Kentucky men’s tennis claims SEC Title, finishes league play undefeated
April 15, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats fifth year Richard Clark puts his hand in his pocket 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 earns 4,730 NCAA qualifying score
February 21, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats Rifle head coach Harry Mullins gives a speech 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 comes up short at West Virginia
February 11, 2024
Kentucky fifth year Emmie Sellers and junior Allison Buesseler prepare shots during the Kentucky vs. Ole Miss rifle match on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023, at the Buell Armory in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4718-4707. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky rifle defeats Navy, starts new season 2-0
November 6, 2023
Kentucky Rifle
Kentucky rifle opens new season with a bullseye, defeats Morehead State 4727-4661
October 20, 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
The Kentucky STUNT team celebrates 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 finishes 2024 season as national runner up
April 16, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats junior Gabbi Freeman 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 sweeps weekend in Ashland ahead of National Championship
April 7, 2024
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 concludes California week 4-1
March 26, 2024
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 boasts strong showing at Dallas Baptist Tournament
February 20, 2024
Emma Green competes 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 splits season-opening double header against Ashland and Alma
February 9, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats outside hitter Reagan Rutherford (10) sets the ball during the Kentucky vs. Pitt volleyball match on Friday, Sept. 1, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 3-0. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky volleyball veteran Reagan Rutherford to enter transfer portal following NCAA Tournament loss
December 12, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats outside hitter Erin Lamb (13) waits during the Kentucky vs. Pitt volleyball match on Friday, Sept. 1, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 3-0. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky volleyball suffers 3-2 defeat in NCAA Tournament Sweet Sixteen
December 7, 2023
Kentucky celebrates a kill during the Kentucky vs. Baylor volleyball game on Friday, Dec. 1, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky seniors complete triumphant home finale with 3-0 win over Baylor in NCAA Tournament
December 5, 2023
Kentucky libero Eleanor Beavin digs a ball during the Kentucky vs. Wofford volleyball game on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky volleyball sweeps Wofford for 17th straight win to advance to NCAA Tournament Second Round
December 2, 2023
Kentucky setter Emma Grome (4) celebrates during the Kentucky vs. LSU volleyball match on Friday, Sept. 22, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky volleyball begins NCAA Tournament as No. 8 overall seed
November 27, 2023
Kentucky Midfielder Brennan Creek dribbles the ball during the Kentucky vs. Georgia State mens soccer match on Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky tied 2-2. Photo by Kyleigh Miller | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer books last second trip to NCAA Tournament
November 23, 2023
Kentucky Midfielder Brennan Creek dribbles the ball during the Kentucky vs. Georgia State mens soccer match on Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky tied 2-2. Photo by Kyleigh Miller | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer wraps up regular season with win over Georgia Southern
November 6, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats defender Marqes Muir (4) hypes up the crowd during the Kentucky vs. Lipscomb mens soccer match on Friday, Sept. 9, 2023 at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-2. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer stuns No. 1 Marshall 2-0, claims first conference victory
October 23, 2023
Kentucky midfielder Alfred Baafi dribbles the ball during the Kentucky vs. UCF mens soccer match on Friday, Sept. 29, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 1-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer saves draw against Georgia State to keep tournament hopes alive
October 20, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Johan Cedergren yells at a referee after a UK goal was called back during the University of Kentucky vs. Marshall University soccer game on Thursday, March 18, 2021, at the Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 1-0. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer’s Johan Cedergren remains confident as postseason play approaches
October 19, 2023
Kentucky midfielder Tanner Strickland chases after the ball during the Kentucky vs. Mississippi State womens soccer match on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 2-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky Women’s Soccer falls to the Georgia Bulldogs in SEC Championship Quarterfinals 2-1
November 9, 2023
Kentucky defender Grace Phillpotts takes a corner kick during the Kentucky vs. Mississippi State womens soccer match on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 2-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky Women’s Soccer claims victory against LSU, secures first SEC Tournament win since 2014
November 6, 2023
Kentucky defender Grace Phillpotts takes a corner kick during the Kentucky vs. Mississippi State womens soccer match on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 2-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky women’s soccer finishes regular season with 1-0 loss at Ole Miss
October 29, 2023
Kentucky midfielder Anna Young looks to pass the ball during the Kentucky vs. Mississippi State womens soccer match on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 2-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
No. 23 Kentucky women’s soccer edges Mizzou 1-0 in its final home game of the season
October 25, 2023
Kentucky midfielder Anna Young looks to pass the ball during the Kentucky vs. Mississippi State womens soccer match on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 2-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
No. 23 Kentucky women’s soccer drops second straight match, falls 1-0 to Georgia
October 20, 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 wraps up regular season with new records
February 11, 2024
A Kentucky track and field athlete leads the pack in the 60 meter hurdles event during the Jim Green Invitational meet on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019 in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
Kentucky track and field set new records at Tom Jones Memorial
April 16, 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 breaks 100-meter hurdles record at Texas Relays.
April 3, 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 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
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 cross country places sixth in Alabama
October 17, 2023
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 men’s and women’s cross country compete in Sean Earl Lakefront Invitational
October 2, 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
Head coach Lars Jorgensen talks to assistant coaches during the UK Swimming and Diving meet against The Ohio State University on Friday, October 11, 2013, at the Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jonathan Krueger | Staff
Briggs Alexander and lawyers host press conference to discuss lawsuit against Kentucky and former head coach Lars Jorgensen
April 20, 2024
UK head coach Lars Jorgensen hugs signee Madison Winstead after she swam the 100m breaststroke during the UKs Sun Shall Shine Blue and White meet at Lancaster Aquatic Center in , Ky. on Friday, April 22, 2016. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff.
UK says it will cooperate with police after lawsuit alleges former coach sexually assaulted swimmers
April 17, 2024
UK head coach Lars Jorgensen hugs signee Madison Winstead after she swam the 100m breaststroke during the UKs Sun Shall Shine Blue and White meet at Lancaster Aquatic Center in , Ky. on Friday, April 22, 2016. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff.
BREAKING: Kentucky swim and dive accused of complicity in sexual violence against student athletes
April 12, 2024
A Kentucky mens swimmer competes during the Kentucky Swim & Dive Senior Night and meet against the University of Cincinnati on Friday, Feb. 2, 2024, at the Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky Mens swim & dive won 186-111, while Kentucky Womens swim & dive won 207-93. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Column: Kentucky swim and dive’s future is bright despite what the numbers indicate
March 28, 2024
Kentucky swimmers hug after competing during the 2024 SEC Mens and Womens Swimming & Diving Championships on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024, at the James E. Martin Aquatic Center in Auburn, Alabama. Photo by Jenna Lifshen | Staff
Kentucky swim and dive’s performance during the SEC Championships establishes 16 new top-ten program times
February 29, 2024
A member of the Kentucky mens golf team walks the course during the 2024 Mason Rudolph Championship tournament at Vanderbilt Legends-South Golf Course in Franklin, Tennessee. UK finished ninth. Photo provided by UK Athletics
Meet the team: UK men’s golf
April 24, 2024
A member of the Kentucky mens golf team walks the course during the 2024 Mason Rudolph Championship tournament at Vanderbilt Legends-South Golf Course in Franklin, Tennessee. UK finished ninth. Photo provided by UK Athletics
Kentucky men’s golf finishes ninth in Mason Rudolph Championship
April 13, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats womens golfer Laney Frye swings a wedge during the first round of the SEC Championships at Greystone Golf and Country Club in Birmingham, Alabama, on April 12, 2023. | Photo provided by UK Athletics.
Kentucky women’s golf finishes in top half of Clemson Invitational
March 30, 2024
Kentucky men’s golf opens spring season with sixth place finish at Briar’s Creek
February 9, 2024
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 misses cut at SEC Championship
April 16, 2023
Kentucky defenseman Kyle Burke flips a puck off of his stick during the Kentucky vs. Xavier club hockey game on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023, at the Lexington Ice Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 11-1. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky hockey suffers conference tournament loss versus Miami (OH)
February 11, 2024
Members of the Kentucky hockey team celebrate during the Kentucky vs. Michigan hockey game on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2023, at the Lexington Ice and Recreation center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-1. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Kentucky hockey records victory in opening round of TSCHL Tournament
February 9, 2024
Members of the Kentucky hockey team celebrate during the Kentucky vs. Michigan hockey game on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2023, at the Lexington Ice and Recreation center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-1. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Kentucky hockey sweeps regular season finale against Michigan
February 9, 2024
Kentucky center Cameron Chabot (39) skates with the puck during the Kentucky vs. Boston University hockey game on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, at the Lexington Ice and Recreation center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 3-4. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky hockey suffers road loss at Ohio University
January 30, 2024
Kentucky defenseman Kyle Burke controls the puck during the Kentucky vs. Xavier club hockey game on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023, at the Lexington Ice Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 11-1. Photo by Kolby Wohl | Staff
Kentucky hockey sweeps weekend series over Louisville, keeps Bourbon Barrel Trophy
January 24, 2024
Kentucky freshman Matt Rankin hits the ball during the Kentucky vs Notre Dame mens tennis match on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
COLUMN: Kentucky men’s tennis freshmen and their role in undefeated SEC season
April 17, 2024
New University of Kentucky men’s basketball coach Mark Pope holds his first press conference on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at the Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
COLUMN: It’s a new era for Kentucky basketball, and it’s a breath of fresh air
April 14, 2024
Kentucky head coach John Calipari commands players during a timeout during the Kentucky vs. Tennessee mens’s basketball game on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 103-92. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
COLUMN: John Calipari’s move to Arkansas is better for him … and Kentucky
April 8, 2024
University of Kentucky mens basketball head coach John Calipari testifies in front of the Senate Education Committee in favor of Senate bill 6, which passed unanimously on Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022, at Kentucky State Capitol annex building in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
COLUMN: The decision to ban prop bets on college athletes is the right call and more states should move to do so
April 3, 2024
Kentucky players celebrate after Kentucky Wildcats infielder Grant Smith (12) hits a home run during the No. 18 Kentucky vs. Western Kentucky baseball game on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at Nick Denes Field in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Kentucky won 10-8. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
COLUMN: Kentucky’s “Bat Cats” a real threat to win the SEC
April 3, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli
Album review: ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ is a deeply personal and reflective high point of Taylor Swift’s career
April 23, 2024
UK head coach Lars Jorgensen hugs signee Madison Winstead after she swam the 100m breaststroke during the UKs Sun Shall Shine Blue and White meet at Lancaster Aquatic Center in , Ky. on Friday, April 22, 2016. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff.
EDITORIAL: UK must protect those who cannot protect themselves
April 23, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli
Women’s healthcare needs to improve
April 21, 2024
Rallyists hold up signs in opposition during the KY Fairness Rally on Feb. 15, 2023, at the Kentucky State Capitol in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
COLUMN: Nex Benedict deserved to live and so do trans youth in Kentucky
April 18, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli
Belonging in crisis: A Palestinian student’s call for action at UK
April 16, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli
Album review: ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ is a deeply personal and reflective high point of Taylor Swift’s career
April 23, 2024
Rallyists hold up signs in opposition during the KY Fairness Rally on Feb. 15, 2023, at the Kentucky State Capitol in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
COLUMN: Nex Benedict deserved to live and so do trans youth in Kentucky
April 18, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli
COLUMN: Biden vs. Trump: Is this really the best we can do?
March 4, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli
COLUMN: iPhones vs. Androids: A guide to losing all your friends
February 20, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli
COLUMN: Was our childhood really that great, or is the world just exponentially worse now?
February 6, 2024
UK head coach Lars Jorgensen hugs signee Madison Winstead after she swam the 100m breaststroke during the UKs Sun Shall Shine Blue and White meet at Lancaster Aquatic Center in , Ky. on Friday, April 22, 2016. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff.
EDITORIAL: UK must protect those who cannot protect themselves
April 23, 2024
Graphic by College Heights Herald Commentary Editor Price Wilborn.
Editorial: Defending DEI against legislative threats is vital to the future of Kentucky
March 29, 2024
A man stands in protest for the lives killed in Gaza holding a sign that reads ceasefire now on Nov. 7, 2023, in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Editorial: A plea for peace: A ceasefire in Gaza is imperative
February 27, 2024
A dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is injected into a patient’s arm. Illustration by Abbey Cutrer
Editorial: Students have the power to cultivate a healthy campus
November 16, 2023
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear speaks on Monday, Oct. 23, 2023, before the fourth gubernatorial debate. Kentucky Lantern photo by Matthew Mueller
Editorial: We endorse Andy Beshear
October 24, 2023
BROADCAST: Art on the Town
BROADCAST: Art on the Town
April 11, 2024
Horses race around the track during the 6th race on opening day during the Spring meet on Friday, April 5, 2024, at Keeneland in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
BROADCAST: Opening Weekend at Keeneland
April 10, 2024
Organizers dance to start the kick-off of Dance Blue on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
BROADCAST: UK’s DanceBlue raised over $2.13 million dollars during the annual marathon
April 9, 2024
Sarah Corman, a social work graduate student, watches the partial solar eclipse with her daughter Penelope on Monday, April 8, 2024, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
BROADCAST: UK catches brief glimpse of solar eclipse
April 9, 2024
Kentucky infielder Ryan Nicholson catches the ball during the Kentucky vs Alabama baseball game on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 7-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kernel at the Buzzer: The Bat Cats
April 5, 2024
BROADCAST: Art on the Town
BROADCAST: Art on the Town
April 11, 2024
Horses race around the track during the 6th race on opening day during the Spring meet on Friday, April 5, 2024, at Keeneland in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
BROADCAST: Opening Weekend at Keeneland
April 10, 2024
Organizers dance to start the kick-off of Dance Blue on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
BROADCAST: UK’s DanceBlue raised over $2.13 million dollars during the annual marathon
April 9, 2024
Sarah Corman, a social work graduate student, watches the partial solar eclipse with her daughter Penelope on Monday, April 8, 2024, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
BROADCAST: UK catches brief glimpse of solar eclipse
April 9, 2024
BROADCAST: African Students Association presents Taste of Africa
BROADCAST: African Students Association presents Taste of Africa
April 3, 2024
Kentucky infielder Ryan Nicholson catches the ball during the Kentucky vs Alabama baseball game on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 7-0. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kernel at the Buzzer: The Bat Cats
April 5, 2024
Cars damaged from debris from the first round of storms near the Taylor Education Building on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Catching Up with the Kernel: Severe rainstorms, DEI editorial and the perfect day at Keeneland
April 3, 2024
Kentucky head coach John Calipari yells at his team during the No. 3 Kentucky vs. No. 14 Oakland mens basketball game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at the PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kernel at the Buzzer: The Calipari Conversation
March 28, 2024
Birds fly past the State Capitol in Frankfort, Kentucky, on Friday, October 13, 2023. Photo by Aidan Thompson
Catching Up with the Kernel: The Anti-Transparency Bill
March 27, 2024
POP! goes the Kernel: Ariana Grande’s ‘eternal sunshine’ and a pop culture Q&A
POP! goes the Kernel: Ariana Grande’s ‘eternal sunshine’ and a pop culture Q&A
March 22, 2024
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
A Southern Belle: His Journey for Identity
January 31, 2022
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June 9, 2021
The Little Things
June 9, 2021
Anita Crick kneels by her husband, Rodney, after measuring his blood oxygen levels on Feb. 22, 2021, in Nicholasville, Kentucky. Rodney recently returned home after a month of being hospitalized for COVID-19. Photo by Rachel Crick.
Lifeline: How one couple’s 55-year love story helped them beat COVID
June 8, 2021
Crowds gather near the track to watch the first race of the day on Friday, April 19, 2024, at Keeneland During College day in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
PHOTOS: Keeneland College Scholarship Day
April 23, 2024
People find a place to sit before a vigil for UK dance team member Kate Kaufling on Monday, April 15, 2024, at Greek Park at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Kaufling, a sophomore, died from bone cancer less than a year after her diagnosis. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PHOTOS: Celebration of life for Kate Kaufling
April 16, 2024
Christen Westphal drives the ball past a defender on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at Lynn Family Stadium in Louisville, Kentucky. Racing FC tied 0-0 with San Diego Wave. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
PHOTOS: Racing FC ties with San Diego Wave
April 15, 2024
Anton Ffiske lands a punch on Trent Breuer during the UK Boxing club exhibition match on Friday, April 12, 2024, at Thrive Tribe Boxing club in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
PHOTOS: UK boxing exhibition match
April 15, 2024
Kentucky quarterback Brock Vandagriff (12) prepares to throw the ball during the Kentucky Blue-White Spring football game on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky football spring game
April 15, 2024
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University of Louisville Head Coach Rick Pitino asked fans to support the team in the final games of the season. Photo by Michael Reaves

Calipari speaks with Pitino in latest Cal Cast

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January 19, 2017
Kentuckys Bam Adebayo finishes the put back slam during the second half of the game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Rupp Arena on Saturday, January 7, 2017 in Lexington, KY. Photo by Addison Coffey | Staff.

Calipari predicts Adebayo will ‘be that guy’ by end of the season

Kevin Erpenbeck
January 14, 2017
Center Karl-Anthony Towns of the Kentucky Wildcats warms up before the game against the Wisconsin Badgers in the Final Four of the 2015 NCAA Mens Basketball Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium on Saturday, April 4, 2015 in Indianapolis, In. Photo by Jonathan Krueger

Towns’ family heritage key to star turning down USA Basketball

Kevin Erpenbeck
January 5, 2017
Kentucky head coach John Calipari expresses his frustration from the sidelines during the game against the Louisville Cardinals on Wednesday, December 21, 2016 in Louisville, Ky. Louisville won the game 73-70.

Ups and downs of Cats’ loss to Louisville

Kevin Erpenbeck
December 22, 2016
Head coach John Calipari yells at his team during the game against Clarion on Sunday, October 30, 2016 in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Hunter Mitchell | Staff

Calipari to host podcast show

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December 14, 2016
No. 2 UK freshman Eric Bledsoe drives the ball down the court during the second half of the Cats game against the Florida Gators on Tueday, Jan. 12, 2009 at the Stephen C. OConnell Center in Gainesville, Fla. The Cats defeated the Gators 89-77. Staff file photo

Suns and Lakers game features numerous NBA Cats

Kevin Erpenbeck
December 10, 2016
Kentucky coach John Calipari yells at his team at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Ky., on Sunday, November 13, 2016. Kentucky beat Canisius 93-69. Photo by Joshua Qualls | Staff

Calipari’s ’30 for 30′ to air April 13 on ESPN

Kevin Erpenbeck
December 6, 2016
Center Karl-Anthony Towns of the Kentucky Wildcats roars after a and-one play during the first half of the game against the Hampton Pirates at KFC Yum! Center on Thursday, March 19, 2015 in Louisville , Ky. Kentucky leads Hampton 41-22 at halftime. Photo by Michael Reaves

Towns scores career-high 47 in loss to Knicks

Kevin Erpenbeck
December 1, 2016
Head coach John Calipari yells at his team during the game against Clarion on Sunday, October 30, 2016 in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Hunter Mitchell | Staff

UK enjoying time in Bahamas

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November 27, 2016
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How Devin Booker’s father steered him to the NBA

Kevin Erpenbeck
November 24, 2016

Izzo anticipates “one of the greatest nights of the season” in matchup with UK

Kevin Erpenbeck
November 15, 2016
Dallas Mavericks guard J.J. Barea (5) tries to block the shot of Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) during the third quarter on Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016, at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. (Ashley Landis/Dallas Morning News/TNS)

Booker continuing rise to stardom

Kevin Erpenbeck
November 7, 2016
UK Athletics Director Mitch Barnhart introduces UK head coach Joker Phillips at a news conference. Photo by Adam Wolffbrandt

Barnhart looking into upgrading UK basketball facility

Kevin Erpenbeck
November 2, 2016
Head coach John Calipari yells at his team during the game against Clarion on Sunday, October 30, 2016 in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Hunter Mitchell | Staff

Calipari not too impressed by son’s 3-pointer

Kevin Erpenbeck
October 31, 2016
Guards Tyler Ulis and Devin Booker of the Kentucky Wildcats enter the game during the game against the Missouri Tigers at Rupp Arena on Tuesday, January 13, 2015 in in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky defeated Missouri 86-37. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff

Booker and Ulis continuing strong bond in Phoenix

Kevin Erpenbeck
October 28, 2016
Anthony Davis throws up the three goggles in the second half of the University of Kentucky game against Kansas University in the Champions Classic, at Madison Square Garden, in New York, Ny., on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2011. Davis finished the game with 14 points. Photo by Latara Appleby | Staff .

Anthony Davis has historic season opener

Kevin Erpenbeck
October 27, 2016
Former Wildcats Willie Cauley-Stein (left) and Demarcus Cousins (right) join head coach John Calipari on stage during Big Blue Madness on Friday, October 14, 2016 in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Hunter Mitchell | Staff

UK leads nation with 24 players on NBA rosters

Kevin Erpenbeck
October 25, 2016
University of Louisville Head Coach Rick Pitino asked fans to support the team in the final games of the season. Photo by Michael Reaves

Louisville hit with 4 major violation charges

Kevin Erpenbeck
October 20, 2016
John Calipari looks towards the bench during Big Blue Madness on Friday, October 14, 2016 in Lexington, Ky.

Nobody does it like Calipari and Kentucky

Kevin Erpenbeck
October 20, 2016
Malik Monk goes up for a dunk during Big Blue Madness on Friday, October 14, 2016 in Lexington, Ky.

Malik Monk placed on Jerry West Award preseason watch list

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October 19, 2016
DeAaron Fox shoots during warm up drills during Big Blue Madness on Friday, October 14, 2016 at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Ky..

Fox named to Cousy Award preseason watch list

Kevin Erpenbeck
October 17, 2016
John Wall on the blue carpet before Big Blue Madness on Friday, October 14, 2016 in Lexington, Ky.

UK stars back in the Bluegrass for NBA preseason

Kevin Erpenbeck
October 15, 2016
Freshman guard Tyler Ulis attacks the basket during Big Blue Madness in Rupp Arena in Lexington, Ky., on Friday, October 17, 2014. Photo by Jonathan Krueger | Staff

UK recruits visiting UK during Madness

Kevin Erpenbeck
October 14, 2016
John Calipari, head coach of the wildcats, making his entrance during Big Blue Madness on Friday, Oct. 12, 2012. Photo by Latara Appleby | Staff

UK introduces interactive light show for Big Blue Madness

Kevin Erpenbeck
October 13, 2016
The University of Kentucky mascot had a unibrow during the second half of the Final Four of the NCAA Tournament, between the University of Kentucky and the University of Louisville, in the Superdome, on Saturday, March 31, 2012 in New Orleans, La. UK won 69-61, advancing to the championship game. Photo by Latara Appleby | Staff

UK and Calipari reach out to former Cats for Madness

Kevin Erpenbeck
October 12, 2016
Head coach John Calipari of the Kentucky Wildcats talk to the media during interviews and open practice prior to their first round game of the NCAA Tournament against the Stony Brook Seawolves at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa on Wednesday, March 16, 2016. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff.

Calipari hints at retirement while quashing more NBA rumors

Kevin Erpenbeck
October 5, 2016
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Kentucky rolls out new basketball uniforms

Kevin Erpenbeck
September 14, 2016
Kentucky wide receiver Ryan Timmons celebrates during the second half of the Kentucky Wildcats game against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Commonwealth Stadium on Saturday, October 25, 2014 in Lexington, Ky. Mississippi State defeated Kentucky 45-31. Photo by Adam Pennavaria | Staff

Timmons motivated for last hurrah at UK

Kevin Erpenbeck
August 31, 2016
UK basketball player Derek Willis was arrested early Saturday morning.

Derek Willis won’t miss games for summer arrest

Kevin Erpenbeck
August 25, 2016
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Calipari to give all softball proceeds to Baton Rouge relief fund

Kevin Erpenbeck
August 25, 2016

Calipari to host celebrity softball game

Kevin Erpenbeck
August 16, 2016
Guard EJ Floreal smiles after he is put in the game late in the second half during the Wildcats game against the Stony Brook Seawolves during the first round of the NCCA tournament at Wells Fargo Arena on March 16, 2016 in Des Moines, Iowa. Photo by Taylor Pence

EJ Floréal to leave UK basketball for track & field

Kevin Erpenbeck
August 9, 2016
Center Karl-Anthony Towns of the Kentucky Wildcats roars after a and-one play during the first half of the game against the Hampton Pirates at KFC Yum! Center on Thursday, March 19, 2015 in Louisville , Ky. Kentucky leads Hampton 41-22 at halftime. Photo by Michael Reaves

Towns hoping to end Minnesota playoff drought

Kevin Erpenbeck
August 3, 2016
Forward Alex Poythress of the Kentucky Wildcats goes up for a dunk during the NCAA Tournament first round game against the Stony Brook Seawolves at Wells Fargo Arena on Thursday, March 17, 2016 in Des Moines, Iowa. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff.

Poythress, Murray adjusting to new professional careers

Kevin Erpenbeck
August 1, 2016
Dallas Mavericks guard J.J. Barea (5) tries to block the shot of Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) during the third quarter on Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016, at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. (Ashley Landis/Dallas Morning News/TNS)

Devin Booker embraces pressure as young NBA star

Kevin Erpenbeck
July 30, 2016
 

Michael Kidd-Gilchrist returns “home” to Kentucky

Kevin Erpenbeck
July 23, 2016
Guard Tyler UIis and Guard Jamal Murray of the Kentucky Wildcats high fives after a foul during the NCAA Tournament second round game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Wells Fargo Arena on Saturday, March 19, 2016 in Des Moines, Iowa. Kentucky fell to Indiana 73-67. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff.

Ulis hits buzzer-beater, Suns advance in Summer League tournament

Kevin Erpenbeck
July 17, 2016
Guards Tyler Ulis and Devin Booker of the Kentucky Wildcats enter the game during the game against the Missouri Tigers at Rupp Arena on Tuesday, January 13, 2015 in in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky defeated Missouri 86-37. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff

Booker, Ulis combo on display in Suns’ Summer League opener

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July 10, 2016
Head coach John Calipari overlooks the team during open practice prior to the first round of the NCCA tournament at Wells Fargo Arena on March 16, 2016 in Des Moines, Iowa. Photo by Taylor Pence

Peach Jam showcasing top UK targets

Kevin Erpenbeck
July 8, 2016
UK guard Tyler Ulis announces he will enter the NBA draft and sign an agent during a press conference at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Ky. on Wednesday, April 6, 2016. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff.

Phoenix Suns sign Ulis to first round contract

Kevin Erpenbeck
July 5, 2016
Head coach John Calipari overlooks the team during open practice prior to the first round of the NCCA tournament at Wells Fargo Arena on March 16, 2016 in Des Moines, Iowa. Photo by Taylor Pence

First UK basketball practice report released

Kevin Erpenbeck
June 30, 2016

Calipari and Mitchell share thoughts on Pat Summitt

Kevin Erpenbeck
June 28, 2016
Center Karl-Anthony Towns of the Kentucky Wildcats tries to pump-up the crowd during the game against the Florida Gators at Rupp Arena on Saturday, March 7, 2015 in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky leads Florida 30-27 at the half. Photo by Michael Reaves

Calipari announces Rookie of the Year camp featuring Karl-Anthony Towns

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June 28, 2016
 

Former Wildcat Kyle Wiltjer signs with Houston Rockets

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June 24, 2016
Forward Alex Poythress of the Kentucky Wildcats wipes tears from eyes after Kentuckys loss during the NCAA Tournament second round game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Wells Fargo Arena on Saturday, March 19, 2016 in Des Moines, Iowa. Kentucky fell to Indiana 73-67. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff.

Undrafted Poythress gets NBA chance

Kevin Erpenbeck
June 24, 2016
Jamal Murray announces he will enter the NBA draft. Friday, April 1, 2016 in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Joel Repoley | Staff.

Mock draft overview for 2016 NBA Draft

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June 23, 2016

Calipari denies taking shots at Pitino and Louisville

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June 23, 2016
Guard Tyler Ulis and head coach John Calipari of the Kentucky Wildcats talk during a free throw during the game against the North Carolina Tar Heels at Rupp Arena on Saturday, December 13, 2014 in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky defeated North Carolina 84-70. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff 

Calipari reflects on NBA Draft

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June 21, 2016
Head coach John Calipari of the Kentucky Wildcats talk to the media during interviews and open practice prior to their first round game of the NCAA Tournament against the Stony Brook Seawolves at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa on Wednesday, March 16, 2016. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff.

Calipari to preview NBA Draft on ESPN

Kevin Erpenbeck
June 20, 2016
Tyler Ulis and Jamal Murray of the Kentucky Wildcats wait to be introduced before the exhibition game against the Kentucky State Thorobreds at Rupp Arena on November 6, 2015 in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky defeated Kentucky State 111-58. Photo by Taylor Pence

UK’s NBA Draft hopefuls document journeys

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June 17, 2016
Kentucky forward Tai Wynyard dunks the ball during open practice prior to the first round of the NCCA tournament at Wells Fargo Arena on March 16, 2016 in Des Moines, Iowa. Photo by Taylor Pence

Briscoe, Wynyard discuss new season

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June 15, 2016
UK basketball player Derek Willis was arrested early Saturday morning.

Derek Willis arrested for public intoxication

Kevin Erpenbeck
June 12, 2016
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Cats gather for first team meeting at Calipari’s house

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June 9, 2016
Guard Jamal Murray shoots a jump shot during the NCAA Tournament second round game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Wells Fargo Arena on Saturday, March 19, 2016 in Des Moines, Iowa. Photo by Taylor Pence | Staff.

Calipari lobbying for Jamal Murray to go No. 1 in NBA Draft

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June 9, 2016
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Booker, Cauley-Stein, Randle named to 2016 USA Select Team

Kevin Erpenbeck
June 7, 2016
Head coach John Calipari of the Kentucky Wildcats talk to the media during interviews and open practice prior to their first round game of the NCAA Tournament against the Stony Brook Seawolves at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa on Wednesday, March 16, 2016. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff.

UK basketball to release bracket challenge of best Calipari-era plays

Kevin Erpenbeck
May 30, 2016
Forward Marcus Lee dunks the ball during the Wildcats game against the Stony Brook Seawolves during the first round of the NCCA tournament at Wells Fargo Arena on March 16, 2016 in Des Moines, Iowa. Photo by Taylor Pence

Briscoe returns, Lee transfers on NBA decision day

Kevin Erpenbeck
May 25, 2016
Guard Tyler Ulis and head coach John Calipari of the Kentucky Wildcats talk during a free throw during the game against the North Carolina Tar Heels at Rupp Arena on Saturday, December 13, 2014 in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky defeated North Carolina 84-70. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff 

UK listed as an underachiever by ESPN writer

Kevin Erpenbeck
May 24, 2016
Head coach John Calipari yells at Isaiah Briscoe during the Wildcats game against the Stony Brook Seawolves during the first round of the NCCA tournament at Wells Fargo Arena on March 16, 2016 in Des Moines, Iowa. Photo by Taylor Pence

How UK looks after failing to snag Marques Bolden

Kevin Erpenbeck
May 19, 2016
Center Karl-Anthony Towns of the Kentucky Wildcats tries to pump-up the crowd during the game against the Florida Gators at Rupp Arena on Saturday, March 7, 2015 in Lexington, Ky. Kentucky leads Florida 30-27 at the half. Photo by Michael Reaves

Towns’ Rookie of the Year award adds to Calipari greatness

Kevin Erpenbeck
May 16, 2016
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