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Jonathan Krueger pretends to dunk an imaginary ball before the NCAA Final Four game on April 4, 2015, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Photo provided by Chet White
‘The heart of a lion:’ 10 years later, Jonathan Krueger’s legacy lives on
April 17, 2025
Addison Adkins and Angus Thompson sit in court for preliminary hearing on Monday, March 17, 2025, at Fayette County District Court in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
Judge sends UK students arrested for rape and strangulation to grand jury
April 17, 2025
The drag queen Echo Echo Echo performs during the UK Gender Sexuality Alliance Gayla on Friday, April 11, 2025, at the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Rachel Trotter | Staff
‘We gotta have each other’s back.’ Gayla drag show brings together LGBTQ+ community
April 17, 2025
Student attendees dance at The Desi Prom: Maharaja's Ball hosted by Kentucky Karana on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at The Gatton Student Center Grand Ballrooms in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sophia Isaacs
Students celebrate Indian culture at Desi Ball: Maharaja’s Ball
April 16, 2025
Reaghan Chen and Giana Gallo pose for portraits.
Kernel Media Board names 2025-2026 Kentucky Kernel and KRNL editors-in-chief
April 15, 2025
Addison Adkins and Angus Thompson sit in court for preliminary hearing on Monday, March 17, 2025, at Fayette County District Court in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
Judge sends UK students arrested for rape and strangulation to grand jury
April 17, 2025
The drag queen Echo Echo Echo performs during the UK Gender Sexuality Alliance Gayla on Friday, April 11, 2025, at the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Rachel Trotter | Staff
‘We gotta have each other’s back.’ Gayla drag show brings together LGBTQ+ community
April 17, 2025
Student attendees dance at The Desi Prom: Maharaja's Ball hosted by Kentucky Karana on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at The Gatton Student Center Grand Ballrooms in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sophia Isaacs
Students celebrate Indian culture at Desi Ball: Maharaja’s Ball
April 16, 2025
Protesters walk around the campus of the University of Kentucky during a protest lead by Peaceful Bluegrass Resistance on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
UK alumni, students and Lexington residents march for international students
April 14, 2025
Freshman Senator Conner Brumley speaks to fellow University of Kentucky SGA members during the SGA Safety Alliance Caucus on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025, at the University of Kentucky Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
UK Student Government Association senators welcome 2025-2026 senate
April 13, 2025
Authors Rachel Elliot and Willie Carver Jr. watch Frank X Walker deliver a story to the audience during the LGBT Trailblazers event on Monday, March 3, 2025, at the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Rachel Trotter | Staff
‘UK Trailblazers’ share journeys of literary joy and hardship during Lunch and Lit
March 4, 2025
A crowd of students gather with signs to protest outside the William T. Young Library during the Day of DEI Protest on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
UK students protest for state-wide ‘Day of DEI’
March 1, 2025
President Eli Capilouto addresses executive order changes, potential impacts to UK
President Eli Capilouto addresses executive order changes, potential impacts to UK
February 28, 2025
Kentucky Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman speaks during the Lewis Honors College Leadership Conference on Saturday Feb. 22, 2025 at University of Kentucky Lewis Honors College in Lexington Kentucky. Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff
Kentucky lieutenant governor speaks at Leadership Conference hosted by Singletary Scholars
February 24, 2025
How President Trump’s federal loan and grant halt affects UK Research
How President Trump’s federal loan and grant halt affects UK Research
February 19, 2025
Jonathan Krueger pretends to dunk an imaginary ball before the NCAA Final Four game on April 4, 2015, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Photo provided by Chet White
‘The heart of a lion:’ 10 years later, Jonathan Krueger’s legacy lives on
April 17, 2025
Protesters walk around the campus of the University of Kentucky during a protest lead by Peaceful Bluegrass Resistance on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
UK alumni, students and Lexington residents march for international students
April 14, 2025
Audience cheers in celebration for a birthday during the Art on the Town event on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at Tandy Park in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff
‘Art creates the morale of the city.’ Local artist event connects artist and community
April 14, 2025
Guests line up along the fence to see the racehorses during the Keeneland College Scholarship Day on Friday, April 11, 2025, at Keeneland Racetrack in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff
‘You might as well take the risk.’ Keeneland College Scholarship Day raffles scholarships to students
April 13, 2025
Elizabeth King, Miss Danville, sings during the The Luckiest Benefit hosted by The Lucky Ones: Impact on Foster Youth, on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at Gatton Student Center, Worsham Cinema in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
‘You are not a statistic.’ The Luckiest Benefit gives support to foster children
April 13, 2025
Illustration by Sarah Reed.
Setting the clock back once again, TikTok’s future remains unknown
April 11, 2025
Students walk between classes in the morning on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at the Gatton College of Business in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
Trump pauses tariffs on countries, adds additional tax to China
April 9, 2025
City employees and volunteers lay our more tarp to stack sandbags on as heavy rain caused the Kentucky River to flood on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at East Main Street in Frankfort, Ky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
PHOTOS: Preparations during near-historic flood in Frankfort
April 8, 2025
Attendees cheer and clap, while speakers talk during the “Hands Off!” protest on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at Robert F. Stephens Courthouse Plaza in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
‘We are watching our rights be eroded.’ Nationwide ‘Hands Off’ protests reach Lexington
April 7, 2025
Protesters gather for the “Hands Off!” protest on Saturday, April. 5, 2025, at Robert F. Stephens Courthouse Plaza in Lexington, Ky Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
PHOTOS: ‘Hands Off!’ Lexington, national protest
April 5, 2025
UK President Eli Capilouto. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Capilouto: Some international UK graduate students’ visas, status revoked
April 4, 2025
International students potentially affected by future immigration policy
International students potentially affected by future immigration policy
March 3, 2025
A crowd of students gather with signs to protest outside the William T. Young Library during the Day of DEI Protest on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
UK students protest for state-wide ‘Day of DEI’
March 1, 2025
President Eli Capilouto addresses executive order changes, potential impacts to UK
President Eli Capilouto addresses executive order changes, potential impacts to UK
February 28, 2025
A Professor walks by the University of Kentucky’s College of Law on Monday, Feb. 20, 2025 at J. David Rosenberg College of Law in Lexington, Kentucky. Sydney Yonker | Staff
UK receives letter regarding racial discrimination from US Department of Education
February 20, 2025
Circuit Judge Thomas Travis listens to the Kentucky Kernel’s attorney Mike Abate during a hearing for the lawsuit between The Kernel Press Inc. and the University of Kentucky on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, in Robert F. Stephens Circuit Courthouse Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Kernel lawsuit to be ruled on within 30 days
March 25, 2025
Former UK student Sophia Rosing walks into her sentencing on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024, at the Robert F. Stephens Circuit Courthouse in Lexington, Kentucky. Rosing was sentenced to 12 months in jail for assaulting a student desk clerk in November 2022. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Former UK student asks for early release from 12-month sentence
February 27, 2025
Kernel sues UK over withheld records
Kernel sues UK over withheld records
November 25, 2024
Timothy Umstead's 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
Freshman Senator Conner Brumley speaks to fellow University of Kentucky SGA members during the SGA Safety Alliance Caucus on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025, at the University of Kentucky Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
UK Student Government Association senators welcome 2025-2026 senate
April 13, 2025
Presidential Candidate Morgan Brooke speaking during the SGA Presidential Debate on Monday, Feb. 17, 2025, at the Worsham Room in the Gatton Student Center. Photo by Dayssia Jones | Staff
Presidential and vice presidential candidates share platforms at SGA debate
February 18, 2025
University of Kentucky Student Government Association senate executive council members discuss the Y’all Means All resolution, on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, in the E. Britt Brockman Senate Chamber in the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Casey Sebastiano | Staff
UKSGA puts off resolution reaffirming commitment to inclusivity amid anti-DEI legislation
February 13, 2025
University of Kentucky Student Government Association (UKSGA) senate executive council members address the student fee allocation committee roster during a full senate meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, in the E. Britt Brockman Senate Chamber in the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Hannah Piedad | Staff
UK SGA expands Senate seats, amendments made to Constitution
February 3, 2025
Freshman Senator Conner Brumley speaks to fellow University of Kentucky SGA members during the SGA Safety Alliance Caucus on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025, at the University of Kentucky Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
UK SGA holds first ‘Wildcats Safety Alliance Caucus’
January 17, 2025
Addison Adkins and Angus Thompson sit in court for preliminary hearing on Monday, March 17, 2025, at Fayette County District Court in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
Judge sends UK students arrested for rape and strangulation to grand jury
April 17, 2025
Circuit Judge Thomas Travis listens to the Kentucky Kernel’s attorney Mike Abate during a hearing for the lawsuit between The Kernel Press Inc. and the University of Kentucky on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, in Robert F. Stephens Circuit Courthouse Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Kernel lawsuit to be ruled on within 30 days
March 25, 2025
Chase McGuire leaves the podium at his preliminary hearing on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, at the Robert F. Stephens District Courthouse in Lexington, Kentucky. McGuire is facing charges of rape, strangulation, sodomy and sexual abuse of a UK student. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Case of rape, strangulation of UK student dismissed by grand jury
March 22, 2025
Addison Adkins walks out of his arraignment with Mike Roland, his defense attorney, on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at the Robert F. Stephens District Courthouse in Lexington, Kentucky. Adkins is facing charges of rape in the first-degree and strangulation in the second-degree. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
UK students arrested for on-campus rape
March 4, 2025
A UKPD police officer surveys a crowd on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024, outside of the William T. Young Library in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
EDITORIAL: Assaults, shootings and silence: UK’s safety crisis requires transparency
February 26, 2025
Bryan Station High School teacher and Unsung Hero award winner Justin Royal discusses his classroom posters during an interview on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, in his classroom in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff
No cape needed: Lexington teacher honored as an Unsung Hero
April 15, 2025
Kentucky state representative Nick Wilson discusses his time on show 'Survivor" on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at the Kentucky Capitol Annex in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff
Empathy and perseverance: How a winner of ‘Survivor’ learned humanity through competition
April 14, 2025
Opera professor Everett McCorvey poses for a portrait in his office in the William E. and Casiana Schmidt Vocal Arts Center in Lexington, Kentucky, on March 4, 2025. Photo by Chloe Bradley | Staff
From civil rights to concert halls: The African American spiritual legacy
April 2, 2025
Caroline Harper and Madi Wilson, seniors in agricultural and medical biotechnology and human health sciences, pose for portraits in their lab on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025, at the Peter Bosomworth Health Sciences Research Building in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
Research, growth and connection
April 1, 2025
Admiration: How UK students honor Women's History Month
Admiration: How UK students honor Women’s History Month
April 1, 2025
Kentucky wildcats pitcher Simon Gregersen (40) pitches the ball during the Kentucky vs Texas baseball game on Saturday, Apr. 12, 2025 at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-4. Photo by Sydney Yonker
RESURGENCE: Simon Gregersen has turned into the high leverage arm Kentucky baseball has been missing
April 17, 2025
Kentucky wildcats celebrate a win after the Kentucky vs Texas baseball game on Saturday, Apr. 12, 2025 at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-4. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
WALK OFF: Ethan Hindle bunt propels Kentucky baseball to 4-3 win over Miami (OH)
April 16, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats shortstop Tyler Bell (6) lines the ball for a base hit during the Kentucky vs Texas baseball game on Sunday, Apr. 13, 2025 at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 5-4. Photo by Greysun Niehaus | Staff
Kentucky baseball falls 5-4 to No. 2 Texas in series-deciding game three
April 16, 2025
Kentucky wildcats outfielder James McCoy (13) celebrates a double while Texas Longhorns infielder Ethan Mendoza keeps a tag on him incase he steps off the base during the Kentucky vs Texas baseball game on Saturday, Apr. 12, 2025 at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-4. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky baseball loses series to No. 2 Texas 2-1
April 15, 2025
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
Peyton Plotts shines in Kentucky softball’s doubleheader sweep of Boston
April 14, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Stoops shrugs during the Kentucky vs. Texas football game Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas. Kentucky lost 31-14. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kernel at the Buzzer: A Long Road Ahead
December 8, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats forward Andrew Carr (7) and Kentucky Wildcats guard Kerr Kriisa (77) hug after a timeout was called during the basketball game vs. Lipscomb Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: A New Era
November 22, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats guard Jaxson Robinson (2) celebrates with Kentucky Wildcats center Amari Williams (22) after defeating Duke during the basketball game vs. Duke on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024, at State Farm Arena in Atlanta , Georgia . Kentucky won 77-72 Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: Popes and Devils
November 15, 2024
Kentucky wideout Fred Farrier II (13) jogs off the field during the football game vs. Auburn on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: Turning the Page
November 1, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats quarterback Brock Vandagriff (12) looks for an open receiver during the football game vs. Florida on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida. Kentucky lost 48-20. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: One Last Chance
October 25, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope talks with Andrew Carr (7) and Lamont Butler (1) during the basketball game vs. WKU on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 87-68. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
Kentucky four-star Acaden Lewis decommits following transfer portal additions
April 11, 2025
Jayden Quaintance. Photo sourced from Instagram: qjay_21
Kentucky men’s basketball lands former five-star Wildcat commit Jayden Quaintance in transfer portal
April 8, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope celebrates during the Kentucky vs. Brown men’s basketball game on Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 88-54. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky men’s basketball lands SEC transfer Mouhamed Dioubate
April 7, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope smiles while watching his players leave the court after the basketball game vs. the LSU Tigers on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 95-64. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
Kentucky men’s basketball lands Pittsburgh transfer Jaland Lowe
April 5, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope shouts instruction to his players on the court during the quater finals of the SEC men’s basketball tournament vs. the Alabama Crimson Tide on Thursday, March, 14, 2025, at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Former Kentucky target and Maryland transfer Ja’Kobi Gillespie commits to Tennessee
April 4, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Kenny Brooks and guard Georgia Amoore (3) watch free throws during the Kentucky vs. Miss. St. women’s basketball game on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 91-69. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
BREAKING: Georgia Amoore drafted No. 6 in 2025 WNBA Draft by the Washington Mystics
April 14, 2025
Kentucky women’s basketball coach Kenny Brooks greats the studio as he walk on set on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, at Central Bank Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
Kentucky women’s basketball earns commitment of former Hilltopper Josie Gilvin
April 11, 2025
Kentucky women’s basketball coach Kenny Brooks greats the studio as he walk on set on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, at Central Bank Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
No. 16 Kentucky women’s basketball ranked in final AP Top 25 ranking of season for first time since 2022
April 7, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Cassidy Rowe (5) celebrates after a good quarter for the Wildcats during the Kentucky vs. Purdue Fort Wayne women’s basketball game on Monday, Nov. 18, 2024, at Historical Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 79—67. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff
‘I Poured Everything I Have Into This Program.’ Cassidy Rowe ends her basketball career with the same loyalty that defined it
April 5, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Georgia Amoore (3) points to Kentucky Wildcats guard Dazia Lawrence (10) for the assist during the Kentucky vs Liberty women’s basketball March Madness game on Friday, Mar. 21, 2025 at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 79-78. Sydney Yonker | Staff
‘Every single thing that I’ve been through has shaped me.’ From ACC breakout to SEC standout, Georgia Amoore bids farewell to college basketball
April 3, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver Hardley Gilmore IV (17) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the first quarter of the Kentucky vs. Murray State football game on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 48-6. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
Nebraska parts ways with ex-Kentucky receiver Hardley Gilmore IV
April 5, 2025
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
From Paducah to Lexington: Jarvis Strickland’s commitment fuels UK football’s ambitions
April 3, 2025
Head Coach Mark Stoops yells out instructions during Kentucky Football’s media day on Saturday, Aug. 3, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Kentucky football’s Mark Stoops speaks about program’s first Spring practice
March 10, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Stoops signals for an incomplete pass after a play during the game between the Old Miss Rebels and the Kentucky Wildcats on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium in Oxford, Mississippi. Kentucky won 20-17. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Kentucky football, Mark Stoops looks to rebound from 2024 season with transfer overhaul
February 28, 2025
Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops arrives during the cat walk before the Kentucky vs. South Carolina football game on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky football hires Nate Fuqua as defensive analyst and outside linebackers coach
February 23, 2025
Kentucky wildcats pitcher Simon Gregersen (40) pitches the ball during the Kentucky vs Texas baseball game on Saturday, Apr. 12, 2025 at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-4. Photo by Sydney Yonker
RESURGENCE: Simon Gregersen has turned into the high leverage arm Kentucky baseball has been missing
April 17, 2025
Kentucky wildcats celebrate a win after the Kentucky vs Texas baseball game on Saturday, Apr. 12, 2025 at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-4. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
WALK OFF: Ethan Hindle bunt propels Kentucky baseball to 4-3 win over Miami (OH)
April 16, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats shortstop Tyler Bell (6) lines the ball for a base hit during the Kentucky vs Texas baseball game on Sunday, Apr. 13, 2025 at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 5-4. Photo by Greysun Niehaus | Staff
Kentucky baseball falls 5-4 to No. 2 Texas in series-deciding game three
April 16, 2025
Kentucky wildcats outfielder James McCoy (13) celebrates a double while Texas Longhorns infielder Ethan Mendoza keeps a tag on him incase he steps off the base during the Kentucky vs Texas baseball game on Saturday, Apr. 12, 2025 at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-4. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky baseball loses series to No. 2 Texas 2-1
April 15, 2025
Kentucky infielder Ethan Hindle (9) poses to his teammates after hitting a homerun during the baseball game vs. Hofstra on Sunday, Mar. 2, 2025, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 9-1. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
WALK OFF: Kentucky baseball outlasts No. 2 Texas 5-4 in 15 inning classic
April 12, 2025
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
Peyton Plotts shines in Kentucky softball’s doubleheader sweep of Boston
April 14, 2025
The Kentucky softball team cheers with the crowd after the game against Marshall on Wednesday, March 11, 2020, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 16-15. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
Kentucky softball improves to 15-0 all-time against Marshall with 7-3 win
April 14, 2025
Kentucky pitcher Sarah Haendiges (30) celebrates after striking out a batter for the third out during the Kentucky vs. Missouri softball match on Friday, March 7, 2024 at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 6-4. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff
Kentucky softball splits doubleheader with Auburn
April 14, 2025
Kentucky players stand for the Star-Spangled Banner before 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
Emory Donaldson propels Kentucky softball to 8-3 win over Louisville
April 8, 2025
Kentucky pitcher Sarah Haendiges (30) celebrates after striking out a batter for the third out during the Kentucky vs. Missouri softball match on Friday, March 7, 2024 at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 6-4. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff
What the future looks like for Kentucky softball after dropping game one against Arkansas
April 3, 2025
Kentucky Wildcat Gymnast, Chesney Bennett, flips on the beam for her routine during the Senior Night meet vs. Arkansas on Friday, Mar. 7, 2025, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 197.925-197.725. Photo by Jack Stamats | Staff
Historic performance from Florida sees Kentucky gymnastics fall short to end regular season
April 3, 2025
Kentucky Wildcat Gymnast, Creslyn Brose, hugs her coach after her beam routine during the Senior Night meet vs. Arkansas on Friday, Mar. 7, 2025, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 197.925-197.725. Photo by Jack Stamats | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky Gymnastics defeats Arkansas 197.925 to 197.725
March 10, 2025
University of Kentucky Gymnast Skyler Killough-Wilhem marched out during the Kentucky vs. Louisiana State women's gymnastics meet on Feb. 21, 2025 at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 197.200-197.075. Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff
Kentucky gymnastics wraps up home season with stellar showing versus Arkansas
March 9, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats gymnast Sharon Lee competes on vault during the Kentucky vs LSU women’s gymnastics meet on Friday, Feb. 21, 2025 at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 197.200-197.075. Sydney Yonker | Staff
Late stumble and fall cause Kentucky gymnastics to lose away at Georgia
March 3, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats Haley Davis Beginning her performance on the mat during the gymnastics meet vs. Temple on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 197.175-194.200. Photo by Robby Robinson | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky Gymnatiscs falls to LSU 197.200 – 197.075
February 24, 2025
Kentucky senior Elizabeth Stevens celebrates after winning a point during the Kentucky vs Wichita State women's tennis match on Friday, Feb. 9, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-2. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky women’s tennis honors senior trio on senior day
April 8, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats Matt Rankin celebrates a point during the Kentucky vs South Carolina men’s tennis match on Sunday, Mar. 2, 2025 at Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-2. Sydney Yonker | Staff
Growing Pains: Young UK men’s tennis squad struggles to fill shoes of departed stars
April 3, 2025
Kentucky junior Lidia hits the ball Kentucky junior Lidia Gonzalez prepares to hit the ball during the Kentucky vs Wichita State women's tennis match on Friday, Feb. 9, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-2. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky women’s tennis splits weekend series versus Oklahoma, Arkansas
March 31, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats Matt Rankin celebrates a win during the Kentucky vs South Carolina men’s tennis match on Sunday, Mar. 2, 2025 at Hilary J. Boone Tennis Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-2. Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky men’s tennis sweeps SEC homestand over LSU, Vanderbilt
March 30, 2025
Kentucky junior Lidia hits the ball Kentucky junior Lidia Gonzalez prepares to hit the ball during the Kentucky vs Wichita State women's tennis match on Friday, Feb. 9, 2024, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-2. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky women’s tennis suffers sweeping loss to South Carolina
March 10, 2025
University of Kentucky rifle team members aim at their targets during the Kentucky vs. West Virginia rifle match on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, at Baker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 4749 to 4716. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
Kentucky rifle finishes second in GARC Championship to West Virginia
March 4, 2025
University of Kentucky rifle team members aim at their targets during the Kentucky vs. West Virginia rifle match on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, at Baker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 4749 to 4716. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
No. 3 Kentucky rifle loses in a nailbiter to No. 1 West Virginia
February 12, 2025
Kentucky fifth year Jaden Thompson lines up a shot 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
No. 3 Kentucky rifle suffers first loss of 2024-25 season at No. 2 Alaska Fairbanks
February 3, 2025
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
No. 1 Kentucky rifle defeats No. 10 Memphis thanks to strong performance by Braden Peiser
January 21, 2025
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
No. 1 Kenutcky rifle bests No. 5 Murray State to remain undefeated
January 21, 2025
The Kentucky and Alma STUNT teams shake hands after the Kentucky vs. Alma STUNT game on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at the Clive M. Beck Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Alma won 17-13. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
Kentucky STUNT wins Mid America West Conference Championship
April 9, 2025
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 sweeps Trevecca Nazarene Tournament to improve to 24-1
April 3, 2025
The Kentucky and Alma STUNT teams shake hands after the Kentucky vs. Alma STUNT game on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at the Clive M. Beck Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Alma won 17-13. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
Kentucky STUNT drops first game of season during lengthy stint in California
March 28, 2025
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 sweeps double header versus Muskingum to improve to 11-0
March 5, 2025
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 sweeps Midwest Showdown to improve to stunning 9-0
March 2, 2025
Kentucky assistant coach Meredith Jewell and Kentucky head coach Craig Skinner watch closely during the Kentucky vs Louisville volleyball game on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024, at Memorial Colosseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 3-1. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
A look into Kentucky volleyball’s three incoming transfers
January 30, 2025
Kentucky outside hitter Megan Wilson (1) celebrates after scoring a point during the Volleyball match vs. Arkansas on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-0. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Kentucky volleyball punches ticket to Elite Eight with 3-1 win over Missouri
December 12, 2024
Setter Emma Grome (4) and Brooke Bultema (8) celebrate after Kentucky scored a point during the Volleyball match vs. Arkansas on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-0. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
Kentucky volleyball advances to NCAA Regional Semifinals behind record-setting Emma Grome performance
December 10, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats outside hitter Erin Lamb (13) and libero Molly Tuozzo (12) celebrate their win during the Kentucky vs Minnesota volleyball game on Friday, Dec. 6, 2024, at Historical Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky volleyball defeats Minnesota 3-1 to advance in the NCAA Tournament
December 7, 2024
Kentucky wildcats head coach Craig Skinner celebrates after the win during the Kentucky vs. Minnesota volleyball game on Friday, Dec. 6, 2024, at Historical Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
Kentucky volleyball begins road to Louisville as No. 3 seed in NCAA Tournament
December 7, 2024
Forward, Isaiah Chisolm warms up for the Kentucky Men's Soccer game vs. Virginia Tech at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex on Monday, Sep. 2, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky. The teams tied 2-2. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer stars build community at Lionsbridge FC
March 4, 2025
Kentucky goalie (30) Ryan Jack celebrates after a block during the Kentucky vs. Georgia Southern Men's Soccer game on Friday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Wendell and Vickie Bell soccer complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky Tied 0-0. Photo by Sydney Novack | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer goalkeeper Ryan Jack lays foundation for strong collegiate career
January 31, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats goalkeeper Jan Hoffelner (1) calls out to his teammates during the University of Kentucky vs. Florida Atlantic men’s soccer match on Friday, Nov. 5, 2021, at Wendell & Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 3-0. Photo by Amanda Braman | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer adds former star goalkeeper Jan Hoffelner as assistant coach
January 24, 2025
Kentucky Forward Logan Dorsey celebrates after making a goal on Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024, at Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor. Kentucky defeated Oral Roberts 3-2.
Kentucky men’s soccer’s Logan Dorsey excels with lifelong soccer dream
December 10, 2024
Forward, Eric Onos watches as Louisville players celebrate their win over Kentucky on Monday, Sept. 9, 2024, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 1-0. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer falls 2-1 to West Virginia in Sun Belt Tournament Semifinals
November 15, 2024
Brooklyn FC defender Grace Phillpotts (28). Photo provided by Brooklyn FC.
Kentucky women’s soccer star Grace Phillpotts recognizes professional dream with USL’s Brooklyn FC
March 2, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Troy Fabiano smiles as he celebrates with his team after the win in the Kentucky vs. WVU soccer match on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex, in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-2 in penalties in the first round of the NCAA Women’s Soccer Championship. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff
Kentucky women’s soccer season ends after 3-1 NCAA Tournament loss to Notre Dame
November 24, 2024
Fans cheer as the Kentucky goalkeeper saves a penalty in extra time of the Kentucky vs. WVU soccer match on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-2 in penalties in the first round of the NCAA Women’s Soccer Championship. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky Women’s Soccer defeats WVU (4-2) in Penalties
November 17, 2024
Kentucky Wildcat Forward Maddie Kemp (2) celebrates with her team after her equalizing goal in the Kentucky vs. WVU soccer match on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex, in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-2 in penalties in the first round of the NCAA Women’s Soccer Championship. Photo by Jack Stamats | Staff
Kentucky women’s soccer advances in NCAA Tournament with 4-2 penalty kick win over West Virginia
November 17, 2024
Kentucky forward Mia Bookhard kicks the ball during the Kentucky vs. Kent State women’s soccer game on Friday, Sept. 13, 2024, at Wendell and Vickie Bell soccer complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
Kentucky women’s soccer hosts first NCAA Tournament game in decade
November 15, 2024
Kentucky track and field ends indoor season at NCAA Championships
April 3, 2025
A Kentucky track and field athlete competes in the pole vault competition during the Jim Green Invitational meet on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019 in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
Kentucky track and field wraps up SEC Indoor Championships
March 8, 2025
Kentucky track and field completes simultaneous events in Clemson and Boston
February 21, 2025
Kentucky track and field logs numerous first-place finishes in Fairgrounds Invitational
February 12, 2025
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’s Collins Kiprop Kipngok and Morgan Dick lead successful showing
November 6, 2024
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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UKXC completes top-25 finish at FSU Pre-Nationals
October 15, 2021
A Kentucky women's 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 Men's swim & dive won 186-111, while Kentucky Women's swim & dive won 207-93. Photo by Cameron Guagenti
Kentucky swim and dive gains Olympic experience in transfer Esteban Núñez del Prado
April 9, 2025
Kentucky men’s swimmer Carson Hick competes during the NCAA Men's Swimming and Diving Championships on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at the IU Natatorium in Indianapolis, Indiana. Photo by Jenna Lifshen | Staff
Kentucky swim and dive sees records broken at NCAA national championships
April 3, 2025
A Kentucky swimmer competes during the 2024 SEC Men's and Women's Swimming & Diving Championships on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024, at the James E. Martin Aquatic Center in Auburn, Alabama. Photo by Jenna Lifshen | Staff
Kentucky swimmers participate in Last Chance Meet
March 5, 2025
Kentucky men’s swimmer Carson Hick competes during the NCAA Men's Swimming and Diving Championships on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at the IU Natatorium in Indianapolis, Indiana. Photo by Jenna Lifshen | Staff
Kentucky swim and dive competes in SEC Championships in Athens
February 25, 2025
A Louisville swimmer celebrates after beating the Kentucky swimmer in the 200 meter freestyle during the swim meet vs. Kentucky on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025, at the Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
Kentucky swimmers and divers participate in First Chance Meet in Louisville
February 9, 2025
Kentucky men’s golf finishes Desert Mountain Collegiate tied for ninth
March 10, 2025
Kentucky women’s golf concludes Darius Rucker Intercollegiate in last place
March 9, 2025
Kentucky men’s golf concludes Watersound Invitational in tie for eighth place
February 25, 2025
Kentucky women's golf sophomore Brooke Oberparleiter at the Bettie Lou Evans Invitational at Keene Trace Golf Club in Nicholasville, Kentucky. Photo provided by UK Athletics
Kentucky women’s golf concludes Spartan Sun Coast Invitational tied for ninth
February 20, 2025
Kentucky women's golf sophomore Brooke Oberparleiter at the Bettie Lou Evans Invitational at Keene Trace Golf Club in Nicholasville, Kentucky. Photo provided by UK Athletics
Cathryn Brown and Karlie Campbell lead UK women’s golf to third place finish in Boca Raton
February 9, 2025
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
Kentucky hockey sweeps Louisville in weekend series to clinch third straight Bourbon Barrel
January 29, 2025
Kentucky center Marc L'Heureux (37) celebrates 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 ends 2024 with sweep of Ohio State
December 10, 2024
Kentucky players celebrate after scoring a goal during the Kentucky vs. Penn State hockey match on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, at the Lexington Ice and Recreation Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-1. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky club hockey splits home-and-home series against Cincinnati
November 18, 2024
Kentucky fan Gavin Marshall, 16, shouts 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 club hockey moving up to ACHA men’s Division-I, highest level of non NCAA hockey
November 11, 2024
Fans react to Kentucky scoring a goal during the Kentucky vs. Penn State hockey match on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, at the Lexington Ice and Recreation Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-1. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky hockey scores 23 combined goals in two-game sweep over Bowling Green State Univeristy
November 10, 2024
Kentucky Wildcats fans hold up Cassidy Rowe cutouts during the Kentucky vs. Louisville women’s basketball game on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, at Historical Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 71—61. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
COLUMN: Letting go of Cassidy Rowe was an act of betrayal to Kentuckians
March 31, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (00) smiles after he gets up from being fouled during the basketball game vs. the Missouri Tigers on Tuesday, March. 8, 2025, at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, Missouri. Kentucky won the game 91-83. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor
COLUMN: 14 SEC teams in the NCAA Tournament isn’t just a possibility, it’s a reality
March 13, 2025
LSU Tigers guard Cam Carter (5) is fouled by Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (00) during the basketball game vs. the LSU Tigers on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 95-64. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
COLUMN: NIL is the lifeblood of the SEC and LSU is falling behind fast
March 12, 2025
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope watches as his team loses during the basketball game vs. Ole Miss on Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025, at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion in Oxford, Mississippi. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
COLUMN: With or without Lamont Butler, Kentucky’s play in Oxford was unacceptable
February 5, 2025
Kentucky head coach John Calipari calls a timeout during the No. 2 Kentucky vs. No. 7 Texas A&M men's basketball match in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals on Friday, March 15, 2024, at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. Kentucky lost 97-87. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
COLUMN: Big Blue Nation, voice your true feelings for John Calipari
February 1, 2025
Illustration by Cameron Holmes.
Corporate America continues to abuse farmers
April 16, 2025
Illustration by Sarah Reed.
The live-action ‘Snow White’ was just okay
April 14, 2025
Illustration by Sarah Reed.
Some non-voter woes
April 3, 2025
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
The American dream is a withering ideal
April 2, 2025
Illustration by Sarah Reed.
Why I hate award shows
March 31, 2025
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
The ceasefire in Gaza is misleading
February 9, 2025
Illustration by Cameron Holmes.
Another four years of Trump will be disastrous for civil rights
February 2, 2025
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
COLUMN: Democrats gifted Trump his second term
November 24, 2024
Illustration by Cameron Holmes.
COLUMN: There is nothing undemocratic about third parties
November 4, 2024
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
COLUMN: Kamala Harris has a Palestine problem
September 28, 2024
A UKPD police officer surveys a crowd on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024, outside of the William T. Young Library in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
EDITORIAL: Assaults, shootings and silence: UK’s safety crisis requires transparency
February 26, 2025
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
EDITORIAL: Your vote matters
October 22, 2024
UK head coach Lars Jorgensen hugs signee Madison Winstead after she swam the 100m breaststroke during the UK's "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
VIDEO: Students win prizes at the annual Ping Pong Ball Drop event
VIDEO: Students win prizes at the annual Ping Pong Ball Drop event
April 17, 2025
Shop owner Jennifer Millard hugs one of her customers during the Art on the Town on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at Tandy Park in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff
VIDEO: Sidewalks turn into studios at Art on the Town
April 16, 2025
PODCAST: Pop! Goes the Kernel: Episode 14
PODCAST: Pop! Goes the Kernel: Episode 14
April 15, 2025
DuJuan Broadus Jr. sits with his parents during a cochlear implant activation appointment on Jan. 9, 2025 at the University of Kentucky Ear, Nose and Throat Clinic in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Carter Skaggs | UK Photo
VIDEO: UK HealthCare becomes the first to use new cochlear implant technology
April 15, 2025
Students, Isabelle Muccio and Maggie Simmons, center, receive scholarships during Keeneland college scholarship day on Friday, April 11, 2025, at Keeneland Racetrack in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
VIDEO: Keeneland draws in tailgaters for spring College Scholarship Day
April 13, 2025
The Kernel Chronicles: Episode 4
The Kernel Chronicles: Episode 4
March 31, 2025
The Kernel Chronicles: Episode 3
The Kernel Chronicles: Episode 3
February 24, 2025
The Kernel Chronicles: Episode 2
The Kernel Chronicles: Episode 2
November 25, 2024
The Kernel Chronicles: Episode 1
The Kernel Chronicles: Episode 1
April 24, 2024
Graphic by College Heights Herald Commentary Editor Price Wilborn.
BROADCAST: DEI Editorial
March 29, 2024
PODCAST: Pop! Goes the Kernel: Episode 14
PODCAST: Pop! Goes the Kernel: Episode 14
April 15, 2025
PODCAST: Pop goes the Kernel: Episode 13
PODCAST: Pop goes the Kernel: Episode 13
April 12, 2025
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: New look Wildcats and struggles on the diamond
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: New look Wildcats and struggles on the diamond
April 10, 2025
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: The transfer portal and Cassidy Rowe’s surprising exit
PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: The transfer portal and Cassidy Rowe’s surprising exit
April 5, 2025
PODCAST: Pop! Goes the Kernel: Episode 12
PODCAST: Pop! Goes the Kernel: Episode 12
April 1, 2025
VIDEO: Students win prizes at the annual Ping Pong Ball Drop event
VIDEO: Students win prizes at the annual Ping Pong Ball Drop event
April 17, 2025
Shop owner Jennifer Millard hugs one of her customers during the Art on the Town on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at Tandy Park in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Cara Raiford | Staff
VIDEO: Sidewalks turn into studios at Art on the Town
April 16, 2025
DuJuan Broadus Jr. sits with his parents during a cochlear implant activation appointment on Jan. 9, 2025 at the University of Kentucky Ear, Nose and Throat Clinic in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Carter Skaggs | UK Photo
VIDEO: UK HealthCare becomes the first to use new cochlear implant technology
April 15, 2025
Students, Isabelle Muccio and Maggie Simmons, center, receive scholarships during Keeneland college scholarship day on Friday, April 11, 2025, at Keeneland Racetrack in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
VIDEO: Keeneland draws in tailgaters for spring College Scholarship Day
April 13, 2025
VIDEO: CATS-UP survey provided by UK Housing
VIDEO: CATS-UP survey provided by UK Housing
April 11, 2025
Kentucky wildcats outfielder James McCoy (13) celebrates a double while Texas Longhorns infielder Ethan Mendoza keeps a tag on him incase he steps off the base during the Kentucky vs Texas baseball game on Saturday, Apr. 12, 2025 at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 5-4. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky baseball loses series to No. 2 Texas 2-1
April 15, 2025
Dexter Banks takes a moment to reflect while doing cable pulls on Friday Oct. 25, 2024, at Image Fitness, in Harrodsburg, Kentucky. He is training to compete in an amateur body building competition next August after placing 4th in Kentucky at his first competition this year. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
Keep moving forward: Dexter Banks
April 15, 2025
A jockey rides a horse during Keeneland college scholarship day on Friday, April 11, 2025, at Keeneland Racetrack in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Sydney Yonker | Staff
PHOTOS: Keeneland spring ‘College Scholarship Day’
April 12, 2025
Walter Nachazel, a freshman earth and environment science major, Claire Muir, a masters student in forestry and natural resources and other UK students climb a tree on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, outside the Gatton College of Business in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
PHOTOS: Canopy Cats semiannual tree climb
April 9, 2025
City employees and volunteers lay our more tarp to stack sandbags on as heavy rain caused the Kentucky River to flood on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at East Main Street in Frankfort, Ky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor
PHOTOS: Preparations during near-historic flood in Frankfort
April 8, 2025
Sponsored Content | Esports vs. Traditional Sports: Which Has the Bigger Future?
Sponsored Content | Esports vs. Traditional Sports: Which Has the Bigger Future?
February 13, 2025
Just as you may know your IQ or EQ—cognitive and emotional intelligence—it’s wise to know your OQ or oral health quotient and the links between oral health and overall health.
Sponsored Content: Do You Know Your OQ? Time To Promote Your Healthier Future
March 29, 2022
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Treating the disease, not the symptoms: A glimpse into the Fayette County Mental Health Court

Treating the disease, not the symptoms: A glimpse into the Fayette County Mental Health Court

Sarah Michels
May 19, 2022
Mary Krueger, Jonathan’s mother, gives a testimony sharing stories about her son during sentencing in the case of the 2015 death of Jonathan Krueger on Thursday, April 28, 2022, at the Circuit Courthouse in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Defendants in Jonathan Krueger case sentenced after seven years

Sarah Michels
April 28, 2022
Jonathan Krueger poses for a photo at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jonathan Palmer.

Defendants plead guilty in case of murdered Kernel photo editor

Sarah Michels
March 31, 2022
Former Kentucky Wildcats swimmer Riley Gaines poses for a portrait on Wednesday, March 30, 2022, at the Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

‘The problem is not Lia.’ UK swimmer speaks out against NCAA transgender policy

Sarah Michels
March 31, 2022
BREAKING: Alpha Phi house director found dead

BREAKING: Alpha Phi house director found dead

Sarah Michels
March 21, 2022

Get out of a rut, walk on a sidewalk

Sarah Michels
March 3, 2022
Devynne Charlton poses for a portrait on Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022, at the Nutter Field House in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

From Tokyo to Lexington: The Olympic experience of four Wildcats

Sarah Michels
February 23, 2022
August Grantt poses for a portrait on Monday, Feb 7, 2022 at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Kaitlyn Skaggs | Staff

Humans of UK: Thoughts from August Grantt’s dorm room

Sarah Michels
February 10, 2022

Even when Olympic dreams go sideways, ‘Sleigh Queen’ Simidele Adeagbo’s crown stays intact

Sarah Michels
February 10, 2022
James Croom, a senior interning for the UK Athletics Marketing Department, poses for a portrait at the Gatton Student Center on Monday Jan. 17, 2022, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Maria Rauh | Staff

Humans of UK: James Croom hypes up UK

Sarah Michels
January 20, 2022
A student walks out of Boyd Hall on Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2022, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Man accused of theft on north campus caught by dance team members

Sarah Michels
January 13, 2022
UK president Eli Capilouto speaks to new students during the Wildcat Welcome Ceremony on Friday, Aug. 20, 2021, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

A day after Capilouto raise announcement, campus worker union lobbied for hazard pay in Frankfort

Sarah Michels
December 16, 2021
Debris from damaged homes is scattered throughout a neighborhood following a tornado on Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021, on Creekwood Avenue in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

The worst tornado in Kentucky history, told through one Bowling Green neighborhood’s survival stories

Sarah Michels
December 11, 2021
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

Sarah Michels
November 18, 2021
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Closed for business: A need for accountability in the UK open records office

Sarah Michels
November 4, 2021
Heil: A timeline of events

Heil: A timeline of events

Sarah Michels
October 21, 2021
The FarmHouse Fraternity house on Monday, Oct. 18, 2021, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

UK Police cites FarmHouse Fraternity with 20 counts of underage alcohol possession

Sarah Michels
October 21, 2021
IFC new member fraternity activities suspended indefinitely, UK FSL announces

IFC new member fraternity activities suspended indefinitely, UK FSL announces

Sarah Michels
October 21, 2021
The FarmHouse Fraternity house on Monday, Oct. 18, 2021, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

UK student found unresponsive at FarmHouse Fraternity dies of ‘presumed alcohol toxicity,’ pending investigation

Sarah Michels
October 19, 2021
A table burns during a student celebration after Kentucky football defeated No. 10 Florida on Saturday, Oct. 2, 2021, on University Avenue in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

“It was electric.” When the Gators lose, couches burn

Sarah Michels
October 3, 2021
UK president Eli Capilouto speaks to new students during the Wildcat Welcome Ceremony on Friday, Aug. 20, 2021, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

COVID Update: One goal achieved but more progress to come, Capilouto says

Sarah Michels
September 16, 2021
Naval First Class Petty Officer and UK senior business management major, Daniel Lane, poses for a portrait on Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2021, at Erickson Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

‘At the tip of the spear’: One veteran’s experience with the aftermath of 9/11

Sarah Michels
September 9, 2021
In footage from Capitol Police and provided to the FBI, Courtright (in the black and yellow hat) can be seen carrying a sign from the Capitol building during the riot on Jan. 6, 2021. Photo from the federal affidavit detailing Courtright's charges.

Former UK student pleads guilty to involvement in Capitol riots

Sarah Michels
August 31, 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

Sarah Michels
August 26, 2021
Michael Hawse and Maya Elias pose for a portrait at the Gatton Student Center on Thursday, Feb. 25, 2021. Photo by Corrie McCroskey | Staff

Student government vice president resigns over statement at K Week event

Sarah Michels
August 22, 2021
Camille Wright, a junior ISC and digital media design major, directs patients to open stations on Saturday, April 10, 2021, at UK’s COVID-19 vaccination clinic at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

UK vaccine operations to switch locations

Sarah Michels
May 10, 2021
Erik Osorio, a freshman architecture major, celebrates during a watch party for Kentucky volleyball as they compete for the national championship on Saturday, April 24, 2021, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 3-1. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

At watch party, fans eager witnesses to historic championship

Sarah Michels
April 25, 2021
A couch is lit on fire on State Street on Saturday, April 24, 2021, in Lexington, Kentucky as students celebrate Kentucky volleyball’s national championship win. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

‘One more couch.’ Students hold fiery State Street celebration after volleyball national championship

Sarah Michels
April 25, 2021
Two dozen students, faculty and staff gathered Thursday night around 7 p.m. outside Memorial Hall in Lexington, Ky. to celebrate Adam Toledo's life and grieve his death. Toledo was shot and killed by a Chicago police officer on March 29, 2021, becoming the latest in a string of Black and minority deaths at the hands of law enforcement.

¿Cuantas vidas más? Latino Student Union holds vigil to celebrate Adam Toledo’s life and grieve his death

Sarah Michels
April 22, 2021
Simidele Adeagbo competes in a jumping event as an athlete at the University of Kentucky. Photo provided by Adeagbo. 

Leaders, risk-takers, activists: UK’s women alumnae model rich lives of service and courage

Sarah Michels
April 2, 2021
Jordan Di (left) and David Griffith (right) pose for a portrait on Thursday, March 11, 2021, at the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. 

‘Sky’s the limit.’ Freshman debate team clinches first round bid to national tournament

Sarah Michels
March 19, 2021
Rebecca Edwins, a third-year medical student, confirms a patients medical information at UK’s COVID-19 vaccination clinic on Saturday, Jan. 30, 2021, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Back on track: UK student volunteers form vital part of return to normalcy

Sarah Michels
March 18, 2021
LOUIS EDWARD NOLLAU F SERIES PHOTOGRAPHIC PRINT COLLECTIONThe Gymnasium Hospital during the influenza epidemic on September 23, 1918.  

A tale of two pandemics

Sarah Michels
March 12, 2021
Michael Hawse and Maya Elias pose for a portrait at the Gatton Student Center on Thursday, Feb. 25, 2021. Photo by Corrie McCroskey | Staff

Hawse-Elias ticket wins unchallenged SGA election

Sarah Michels
March 9, 2021
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Media partnership made official through 2024

Sarah Michels
March 1, 2021
Alejandro G. Inarritu accepts the award for best director for "Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)'', in the press room of the 87th Academy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2015, at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. (Ian West/PA Wire/TNS)

Are the Oscars a waste of time?

Sarah Michels
February 25, 2021
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Trump’s second impeachment trial: a dangerously pointless political exercise

Sarah MIchels
February 18, 2021
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How Covid saved my love life…well, kinda

Sarah Michels
February 11, 2021
Dr. George Wright on September 12, 2019. Photo by Pete Comparoni | UKphoto

‘Wright’ for the job: the man behind UK’s diversity office

Sarah Michels
February 8, 2021
SGA's Director of Inclusion and Equity Kayla Woodson poses for a portrait on Friday, Jan. 29, 2021, at the Student Government Association office in the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff.

Out of darkness, into light? College students on America’s future

Sarah Michels
February 2, 2021
Young participants hold up signs during the annual Holiday Freedom March on Monday, Jan. 18, 2021, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

Dear Mr. President: Letters from elementary and middle schoolers to Joe Biden

Sarah Michels
January 21, 2021
Alyson Galvan-Lara shares one of the meals she typically eats at home in Mexico with her Japanese host family over the summer. 

Stress, boredom and postponed family reunions: Covid’s international student impact

Sarah Michels
January 20, 2021
A man leads the marchers in song during the annual Holiday Freedom March on Monday, Jan. 18, 2021, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

“Let it shine.” Hundreds march in downtown Lexington, keeping MLK’s legacy alive.

Sarah Michels
January 18, 2021
Members of Kentucky's men's basketball team kneel during the national anthem on Saturday at Florida. 

Reactions to Kentucky basketball’s kneeling statement highlight a double standard

Sarah Michels
January 11, 2021
One of nearly a dozen photographs of green lights around Kentucky during the early days of COVID, to honor those lost in the pandemic. 

A glimpse into history: UK Libraries’ COVID project looking for student submissions from 2020

Sarah Michels
January 5, 2021
Lewis Hall at the University of Kentucky on Friday, Jan. 29, 2021, in Lexington, Kentucky. Lewis, which also houses the honors college, is one of the university’s newest dorms. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Kernel finds no evidence that Greystar had power in campus reopening decision

Sarah Michels
December 2, 2020
Members of United Campus Workers, a union chapter, march on UK’s campus towards the Main Building in demand of healthcare and hazard pay on Nov. 12, 2020. UCW has been vocal about concerns with COVID-19 criticisms. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

UK denies campus union’s claim that their efforts connected to pay increase

Sarah Michels
November 21, 2020
Two UK students are handed their orders from Nathan’s Taqueria, a food truck on campus, on Friday, Nov. 13, 2020, outside William T. Young Library in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

COVID food trucks: Nathan’s Taqueria brings “flavor from Mexico” to Kentucky

Sarah Michels
November 13, 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

A Lexington surge, potential vaccines and Thanksgiving plans: Local health experts urge community to refocus.

Sarah Michels
November 13, 2020
UK students work in William T. Young Library on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2020, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Transparency, health and campus life: what changes students want to see this spring semester

Sarah Michels
November 9, 2020
Mitch McConnell gives victory remarks at his Election Night watch party. 

A “clear choice.” McConnell defeats McGrath to win his seventh Senate term

Sarah Michels
November 3, 2020
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

“A little sense of direction.” Inaugural first generation student conference to be held Nov. 7

Sarah Michels
November 1, 2020
A group of demonstrators poses for a photo in front of the Gatton Student Center on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2020 in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Campus union continues petitions for Capilouto meeting, COVID-19 safety measures

Sarah Michels
October 22, 2020
Jessica Mohler, one of the candidates for the District 3 seat for Urban City Council, poses for a portrait outside of the Old Fayetteville County Court House in Lexington, Kentucky, on Oct, 17, 2020. Photo by Emily Girard | Staff

Self-described ‘champion of non-profits’, Jessica Mohler, campaigns for Urban City Council

Sarah Michels
October 22, 2020

So, you want to vote early?

Sarah Michels
October 13, 2020
Cheer coaches Ryan O’Connor and Jason Keogh lead the UK cheer team onto the lawn outside of William T. Young Library ahead of a pep rally performance in the evening of Friday, October 2. Photo by Natalie Parks.

A job “you just can’t turn down’: New cheer coach trio to write own story

Sarah Michels
October 13, 2020
Parish-Baker said BSU has been pleasantly surprised at the volume of donations. "I think the Hope Center is gonna be very satisfied," she said. 

‘BSU is here.’ Donation drive latest in student organization’s 26-day unity event

Sarah Michels
October 8, 2020
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RBG’s potential pre-election replacement should concern both sides of the aisle

Sarah Michels
September 19, 2020
Dr. Deborah Birx takes questions from reporters on Monday, Sept. 14, 2020, outside of Mandrell Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

White House Coronavirus Task Force representative applauds UK’s COVID response, encourages campus to stay open

Sarah Michels
September 14, 2020
Recent UK graduate Ash Baker and PhD student Rachel Davis canvass for signatures on UCW’s petition asking UK for action on COVID-related employee concerns on Saturday, August 15, across the street from the Gatton Student Center on UK’s campus in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Natalie Parks | Staff

“We’ll just yell louder”: Campus employee union calls for COVID-19 health and safety measures

Sarah Michels
September 10, 2020
What role did UK's dorm partner play in the fall reopening? Campus union, local groups demand transparency

What role did UK’s dorm partner play in the fall reopening? Campus union, local groups demand transparency

Sarah Michels
September 10, 2020
Date set for Supreme Court hearing of UK, Kernel lawsuit

Date set for Supreme Court hearing of UK, Kernel lawsuit

Sarah Michels
September 3, 2020
Students filtered in by K Teams at Big Blue U at Kroger Field in Lexington, Ky. on Saturday, August 23, 2014. Big Blue U is the annual K Week kickoff. Photo by Tessa Lighty | Staff

Despite projected drop in enrollment, UK’s freshman class remains steady

Sarah Michels
August 12, 2020
UK senior Seth Atkins gets tested for COVID at the Blazer Dining/Boyd Hall location.

UK completes first week of student COVID testing, goes smoothly

Sarah Michels
August 7, 2020
Movement for Black Lives UKY's statement regarding the events of Tuesday afternoon. 

UK account, student organization clash on Twitter over reopening plans

Sarah Michels
August 4, 2020
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Should UK rename Rupp Arena?

Sarah Michels
July 24, 2020
Pre-campus arrival COVID testing: mandatory for students, not required for faculty and staff

Pre-campus arrival COVID testing: mandatory for students, not required for faculty and staff

Sarah Michels
July 21, 2020
Holmes Hall is one of many dorm-living options for students on the University of Kentucky campus in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Kaitlyn Gumm | Staff

In-person, hybrid or online? UK students can now check their fall course formats

Sarah Michels
July 19, 2020
Board of Trustees discussed COVID, racial equality and budgetary measures to be implemented the fall 2020 semester

Board of Trustees discussed COVID, racial equality and budgetary measures to be implemented the fall 2020 semester

Sarah Michels
June 19, 2020
Board of Trustees met Thursday to discuss COVID-19 effect on investments, fall sports and Capilouto's contract extension

Board of Trustees met Thursday to discuss COVID-19 effect on investments, fall sports and Capilouto’s contract extension

Sarah Michels
June 18, 2020
James W. Stuckert Career Center on Rose Street on University of Kentucky's campus in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff

Summertime scramble: UK students adapt to major changes in internship plans

Sarah Michels
May 29, 2020
UK's cheerleading team making a pyramid during ESPN College GameDay at Rupp Arena on January 26, 2019, in Lexington, Kentucky. No. 8 Kentucky men's basketball takes on No. 9 Kansas at 6:00 PM. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

Current and former UK cheerleaders react in outrage at the firing of the coaching squad over hazing allegations

Sarah Michels
May 19, 2020
UK alum Becca Clemons and her fiance Matt Callahan, both employees of the Washington Post, pose for engagement photos in Louisville in December of 2019. Photo provided by Clemons and taken by Sarah Katherine Davis Photography.

Something borrowed, something blue: trials and changes of a wedding-less summer

Sarah Michels
May 5, 2020
Journalism professor Buck Ryan before a College of Communication and Information meeting with President Eli Capilouto on Friday, September 21, 2018 in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

Communications of UK students requested in suit of tenured professor

Sarah Michels
April 22, 2020
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Running: the perfect pandemic panacea

Sarah Michels
March 22, 2020
Graphic provided by UK student Alyssa Dyer. 

43rd Annual Appalachian Studies Conference to have its Lexington debut this March

Sarah Michels
February 29, 2020
The University of Kentucky announced a $500,000 investment into the campus's mental health resources on Feb. 21, 2020. Photo by Rick Childress

UK announces half a million dollar investment in mental health resources

Sarah Michels
February 21, 2020
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Nancy Pelosi’s “rip heard round the world”—Immature or praiseworthy?

Sarah Michels
February 12, 2020
University of Kentucky Basic Needs Coordinator Arion Jett-Seals poses for a portrait on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2019. Photo by Pete Comparoni | UKphoto

UK’s first basic needs coordinator means business. How will she help students in need?

Sarah Michels
January 29, 2020
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Kaitlin Bennett’s real problem isn’t her controversial opinions. It’s her journalism ethics.

Sarah Michels
January 21, 2020
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It’s time to change our country’s voting system

Sarah Michels
December 10, 2019
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FEC complaint against Matt Jones a bad move for Mitch McConnell

Sarah Michels
November 10, 2019
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Trick or treat, Halloween can’t be beat

Sarah Michels
October 29, 2019
Lucas Etter previously held the world record for fastest single Rubik's Cube solve, 4.90 seconds, which he set in 2015. Thursday, October 10, 2019 in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

He’s broken four world records, now this UK freshman is looking to tackle his math major

Sarah Michels
October 15, 2019
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No one cares what horoscope sign you are

Sarah Michels
October 11, 2019
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Learning that pays: the value of pursuing multiple majors

Sarah Michels
September 30, 2019
UK SGA President Michael Hamilton poses for a portrait on Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2019, at the SGA office at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

Second-term SGA president looks to build on last year’s foundation

Sarah Michels
September 13, 2019
Plates heaping with post-consumer food waste wait to be cleaned at the Fresh Food Company. According to CKUK’s website, 40% of post-consumer food is wasted each year in the United States. Photo by Sarah Michels | Staff

UK Dining, student groups seek to eliminate food waste one plate at a time

Sarah Michels
April 1, 2019
Protestors pose with signs during the NOW Women's March Anniversary Rally in front of the Circuit Courthouse in downtown Lexington, Kentucky on Saturday, January 20, 2018. The rally was an inclusive event held to recognize Lexington's diverse community and raise awareness for "our rights, our safety, our health, and our families" said the event's Facebook page. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

Lexington’s third annual women’s march to take place this weekend

Sarah Michels
January 15, 2019
During the a debate watch party, students listened closely to the words of the Amy McGrath and Andy Barr, two candidates in Kentucky's Sixth District Congressional race, in the Britt Brockman Senate Chamber on Oct. 29, 2018. | Photo by Sarah Michels

UK students keep politics civil at Barr-McGrath-Harris debate watch party

Sarah Michels
October 30, 2018
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