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Shredded cell phones rest in a bin in the Mining and Mineral Resources Building after the Shred Your Cellphone event on Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Lilly Keith | Staff
3rd annual Shred Your Cellphone event educates students on recycling technology
September 28, 2023
Sisters Allyson and Leyal play with bubbles during the Latino Festival on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Lexington’s Latin community unites at downtown festival
September 27, 2023
Photo provided by Brandi Frisby.
UK Provost announces College of Communication and Information acting dean
September 27, 2023
Man shot and killed near Newtown Crossing
Man shot and killed near Newtown Crossing
September 24, 2023
Wildcat Market attendees pick out produce at the South Lawn on Wednesday, Sept. 20. Photo by Patti Doud.
‘Who doesn’t like free food?’ 2nd annual Wildcat Market engages campus community through healthy eating
September 22, 2023
Shredded cell phones rest in a bin in the Mining and Mineral Resources Building after the Shred Your Cellphone event on Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Lilly Keith | Staff
3rd annual Shred Your Cellphone event educates students on recycling technology
September 28, 2023
Photo provided by Brandi Frisby.
UK Provost announces College of Communication and Information acting dean
September 27, 2023
Wildcat Market attendees pick out produce at the South Lawn on Wednesday, Sept. 20. Photo by Patti Doud.
‘Who doesn’t like free food?’ 2nd annual Wildcat Market engages campus community through healthy eating
September 22, 2023
The MV-22B Osprey lands during the Engineering Takes Flight event on Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023, at the South Lawn in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
‘It was powerful.’ U.S. Marine Corps lands helicopter on South Lawn
September 15, 2023
Illustration by Akhila Nadimpalli.
UK Plus to be rebranded as ‘CatCash’
September 14, 2023
The class of 2026 fills the student section at Big Blue U on Friday, Aug. 19, 2022, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Kentucky Kernel
‘Healthier, wealthier, wiser Kentucky.’ The changing landscape of UK
August 25, 2022
The Albert B. Chandler Hospital on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
More people than ever are applying to the College of Medicine. Students and faculty have ideas about why
September 9, 2021
UK mandates weekly COVID-19 tests for unvaccinated faculty, staff and students
August 26, 2021
UK to require both vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals to wear masks indoors
August 6, 2021
Database breach discovered in UK College of Education; UK to implement new security measures
August 5, 2021
Sisters Allyson and Leyal play with bubbles during the Latino Festival on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Staff
Lexington’s Latin community unites at downtown festival
September 27, 2023
Man shot and killed near Newtown Crossing
Man shot and killed near Newtown Crossing
September 24, 2023
People attend the first Kentucky Vintage Festival on March 19, 2023. Photo provided by Jared Wise.
Central Bank Center to host Kentucky Vintage Festival
September 20, 2023
Audience members watch the drag show during the annual Kentucky Black Pride Festival on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, at Woodland Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
‘I just kind of fell in love.’ Kentucky Black Pride festival returns for 6th annual Pride in the Park
September 19, 2023
Mia Milan accepts a tip during her performance at the drag show during the annual Kentucky Black Pride Festival on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, at Woodland Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
PHOTOS : 6th Annual Kentucky Black Pride Festival
September 17, 2023
US Supreme Court’s final rulings of the term to affect college students
US Supreme Court’s final rulings of the term to affect college students
July 6, 2023
University of Kentucky strategic communications sophomore Maigan Williams gets tested for COVID-19 on Sunday, Aug. 16, 2020, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Kentucky Supreme Court sides with UK students seeking tuition refunds from COVID-19 pandemic
July 4, 2023
Smoky haze covers downtown Lexington on Wednesday, June 28.
Kentucky Energy and Environmental Cabinet issues air quality alert: How to protect yourself and others
June 29, 2023
Gov. Andy Beshear and Republican Daniel Cameron will go head to head in gubernatorial election
Gov. Andy Beshear and Republican Daniel Cameron will go head to head in gubernatorial election
May 17, 2023
Kentucky state Rep. Lamin Swann dies after medical emergency
Kentucky state Rep. Lamin Swann dies after medical emergency
May 14, 2023
University of Kentucky President Eli Capiluto speaks during the board of trustees meeting on Friday, Sept. 15, 2023 at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
UK Board of Trustees appoints high-level staff members
September 18, 2023
UK president Eli Capilouto speaks during a Board of Trustees meeting on Friday, Sept. 16, 2022, at the Gatton Student Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Capilouto announces Bob DiPaola and Eric Monday as new Co-Executive Vice President for Health Affairs
August 6, 2023
US Supreme Court’s final rulings of the term to affect college students
US Supreme Court’s final rulings of the term to affect college students
July 6, 2023
Capilouto announces search committee for next Executive Vice President for Health Affairs
Capilouto announces search committee for next Executive Vice President for Health Affairs
January 30, 2023
A community member receives a COVID-19 test on Friday, Feb. 5, 2021, at UK’s Kroger Field testing site in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
UK employees suspended for noncompliance with COVID-19 testing
November 12, 2021
Thomas Lofton Hazelwood
‘He’s not gonna make it to serenades.’ The missing details of the Hazelwood investigation
November 17, 2022
Excerpts from UKs Student Code of Conduct investigation reveal FarmHouse Fraternity showed a “deeply ingrained culture of alcohol and hazing behaviors.”
UK’s FarmHouse Fraternity had a culture of hazing, investigations reveal
November 17, 2022
An anonymous tip, submitted to UK on September 19, 2020, via the incident reporting form, alleges that Delta Sigma Phi held an over-capacity party. A copy of the tip was obtained by the Kentucky Kernel via an open records request.
Multiple fraternities suspended for COVID-19 infractions
September 28, 2021
Chief Justice John D. Minton Jr. listens to UKs lawyer during oral arguments heard by the Kentucky Supreme Court in UKs lawsuit against the Kernel on Friday, Oct. 23, 2020, at the Kentucky Supreme Court in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff.
Details of the James Harwood investigation and records battle
August 26, 2021
Pages from the Harwood file detailing the Kernel Press v. University of Kentucky lawsuit. Some information has been redacted by UK.
A story six years in the making
August 26, 2021
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
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
UK Police report incident of sexual abuse on campus
UK Police report incident of sexual abuse on campus
March 27, 2023
UK Police report incident of sexual abuse in campus residence hall
UK Police report incident of sexual abuse in campus residence hall
March 6, 2023
Attendees visit the Hailstorm Vintage booth during the Kentucky Vintage Festival on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, at the Central Bank Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
What’s old is new again thanks to the Kentucky Vintage Festival
September 26, 2023
The brew kettle sits in the James B. Beam Institute on Friday, Sept. 9, 2023 at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
‘Something that is just Kentucky.’ Beam Institute distillery to offer hands-on learning opportunities
September 22, 2023
‘A good thing for older folks.’ UK’s Donovan Scholars pursue lifelong learning among younger students
‘A good thing for older folks.’ UK’s Donovan Scholars pursue lifelong learning among younger students
September 15, 2023
People tailgate the morning of the Kentucky vs. Ball State football game on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023 at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 44-14. Photo by Kyleigh Miller | Staff
It’s tailgate time in the Bluegrass
September 6, 2023
Students stand talking on Thursday, Aug. 24, 2023, at the Catholic Newman Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
‘A taste of what heaven is.’ Students find faith and fellowship at Newman Nights
September 2, 2023
Kentucky players celebrate a touchdown during the Kentucky vs. Florida football game on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 33-14. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky football defeats No. 22 Florida 33-14
September 30, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats running back Ray Davis (13) celebrates 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
Kentucky football defeats No. 22 Florida 33-14, improves to 5-0
September 30, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver Tayvion Robinson (9) runs the ball during the No. 20 Kentucky vs. No. 12 Florida football game on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida. UK won 26-16. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Across the (By)Line: Florida Gators football
September 29, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats quarterback Devin Leary (13) prepares to throw during the Kentucky vs. Vanderbilt football game on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023 at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. UK won 45-28. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
PREVIEW: Kentucky football to host No. 22 Florida for first ranked matchup of the year
September 29, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats cornerback Maxwell Hairston (31) out runs the Vanderbilt Commodores offense for pick six during the Kentucky vs. Vanderbilt football game on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023 at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. UK won 45-28. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
Kentucky football defensive back Maxwell Hairston makes history in win over Vanderbilt
September 29, 2023
Kentucky running back Ray Davis runs the ball during the Kentucky vs. Akron football game on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 35-3. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
PODCAST: Akron recap and Ray Davis
September 22, 2023
Kentucky head coach John Calipari smiles as he walks off the court after the No. 2 Kentucky vs. No. 3 Houston mens basketball game in the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 on Friday, March 29, 2019, at the Sprint Center in Kansas City, Missouri. Kentucky won 62-58. Photo by Jordan Prather | Kentucky Kernel
Kentucky men’s basketball’s non conference schedule: breakdown and predictions
September 12, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats mens basketball players DJ Wagner, Adou Thiero, Justin Edwards, Tre Mitchell, Antonio Reeves and Robert Dillingham walk on the court during the Team USA vs. Team Germany basketball game in the 2023 GLOBL JAM tournament in Mattamy Athletic Centre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. UK won 81-73. | Photo provided by Chet White, UK Athletics
Kentucky men’s basketball crowned 2023 GLOBL JAM gold medalists in Toronto
July 16, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Oscar Tshiebwe (34) reacts to a call during the No. 6 Kentucky vs. No. 3 Kansas State mens basketball game in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Sunday, March 19, 2023, at Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina. Kansas State won 75-69. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky basketball’s Oscar Tshiebwe signs two-way contract with Indiana Pacers
June 23, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Jacob Toppin (0) celebrates during the No. 6 Kentucky vs. No. 11 Providence mens basketball game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday, March 17, 2023, at Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina. Kentucky won 61-53. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky basketball’s Jacob Toppin signs two-way contract with New York Knicks
June 23, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Chris Livingston (24) passes the ball during the Kentucky vs. LSU mens basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 74-71. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff
Kentucky forward Chris Livingston picked No. 58 overall by Milwaukee Bucks in 2023 NBA Draft
June 23, 2023
Kentucky guard Saniah Tyler passes the ball during the Kentucky womens basketball open practice on Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2023, at the Joe Craft Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky women’s basketball holds first official practice of the year
September 26, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats guard Maddie Scherr, right, holds her hands to her face in the locker room after the No. 14 Kentucky vs. No. 3 Tennessee womens basketball game in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals on Friday, March 3, 2023, at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina. Tennessee won 80-71. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff
COLUMN: What went wrong for Kentucky womens basketball?
March 12, 2023
The Kentucky Wildcats gather in front of the Kentucky marching band as they play “My Old Kentucky Home” after the No. 14 Kentucky vs. No. 3 Tennessee womens basketball game in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals on Friday, March 3, 2023, at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina. Tennessee won 80-71. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff
No. 14 Kentucky womens basketball puts up notable fight before finishing postseason in South Carolina
March 5, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Zennia Thomas (24), head coach Kyra Elzy and guard Robyn Benton (1) walk off the court after the No. 14 Kentucky vs. No. 3 Tennessee womens basketball game in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals on Friday, March 3, 2023, at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina. Tennessee won 80-71. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff
PHOTOS: No. 14 Kentucky womens basketball eliminated from SEC Tournament in 80-71 quarterfinals loss to No. 3 Tennessee
March 4, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Ajae Petty (13) dribbles the ball up the court during the No. 14 Kentucky vs. No. 3 Tennessee womens basketball game in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals on Friday, March 3, 2023, at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff
At the buzzer: Kentucky falls to Tennessee 80-71 in quarterfinals of SEC Tournament
March 3, 2023
Kentucky players celebrate a touchdown during the Kentucky vs. Florida football game on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 33-14. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky football defeats No. 22 Florida 33-14
September 30, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats running back Ray Davis (13) celebrates 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
Kentucky football defeats No. 22 Florida 33-14, improves to 5-0
September 30, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver Tayvion Robinson (9) runs the ball during the No. 20 Kentucky vs. No. 12 Florida football game on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Florida. UK won 26-16. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Across the (By)Line: Florida Gators football
September 29, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats quarterback Devin Leary (13) prepares to throw during the Kentucky vs. Vanderbilt football game on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023 at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. UK won 45-28. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
PREVIEW: Kentucky football to host No. 22 Florida for first ranked matchup of the year
September 29, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats cornerback Maxwell Hairston (31) out runs the Vanderbilt Commodores offense for pick six during the Kentucky vs. Vanderbilt football game on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023 at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. UK won 45-28. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
Kentucky football defensive back Maxwell Hairston makes history in win over Vanderbilt
September 29, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Nick Mingione talks to reporters after 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
Kentucky baseball unveils 2024 SEC schedule
September 14, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Nick Mingione talks to reporters after 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
Kentucky baseball signee Connor Fugate arrested with laundry list of charges
August 25, 2023
Kentucky athletics director Mitch Barnhart watches the Kentucky vs. No. 1 South Carolina womens basketball game on Thursday, Jan. 12, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. South Carolina won 95-66. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
UK Athletics announces department-wide sale of Alcohol at sporting events
June 17, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Nick Mingione talks to reporters after 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
No. 12 Kentucky baseball’s miracle season comes to an end in Baton Rouge Super Regional
June 14, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats pitcher Mason Moore (20) pitches the ball during the Kentucky vs. Evansville home opener baseball game on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 6-3. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
No. 12 Kentucky baseball survives Lexington Regional, advances to Super Regionals in Baton Rouge
June 6, 2023
Kentucky outfielder Rylea Smith hits the ball during the Kentucky vs. Parkland softball game on Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 9-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky Wildcats softball defeats Parkland 9-0
September 26, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats outfielder Jenna Blanton (10) bunts during the No. 16 Kentucky vs. No. 6 Tennessee softball game on Sunday, April 16, 2023, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 15-1. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
No. 22 Kentucky softball suffers 6-2 loss against Mississippi State
May 1, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats pitcher Kennedy Sullivan (8) pitches the ball during the No. 16 Kentucky vs. No. 6 Tennessee softball game on Sunday, April 16, 2023, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 15-1. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
No. 20 Kentucky softball shuts out Northern Kentucky, claims 9-0 win in five innings
April 28, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats utility player Karissa Hamilton (2) rounds second base heading for third during the No. 16 Kentucky vs. No. 6 Tennessee softball game on Saturday, April 15, 2023, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 10-2. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky softball falls to No. 20 in week 10 of USA Softball Top 25
April 28, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats catcher Kayla Kowalik (99) catches a pitch during the No. 16 Kentucky vs. Louisville softball game on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 7-4. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
No. 16 Kentucky softball swept by No. 6 Tennessee after 15-1 loss
April 28, 2023
The Kentucky gymnastics team poses for a photo during the Senior Day celebration after the No. 12 Kentucky vs. No. 9 Auburn gymnastics meet on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 197.675-196.450. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky gymnastics finishes historic season in sixth place at NCAA Nationals
April 15, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats junior Hailey Davis performs her floor routine during the Kentucky vs. Arkansas gymnastics meet on Friday, Feb. 17, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 197.875-195.400. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky gymnastics places second at Regionals, advances to NCAA national championships
April 2, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats junior Isabella Magnelli performs her floor routine during the No. 12 Kentucky vs. No. 9 Auburn gymnastics meet on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 197.675-196.450. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
No. 9 Kentucky gymnastics advances to Regional Finals with a score of 197.475
April 1, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats sophomore Mackenzie Wilson performs her floor routine during the No. 12 Kentucky vs. No. 9 Auburn gymnastics meet on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 197.675-196.450. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
No. 8 Kentucky gymnastics finishes fourth in SEC Championships
March 19, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats fifth year Arianna Patterson prepares to perform her beam routine during the No. 12 Kentucky vs. No. 9 Auburn gymnastics meet on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 197.675-196.450. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky gymnastics wins tri-meet, posts highest away score in program history
March 12, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats freshman Zoe Hammond waits for her singles opponent to serve during the Kentucky vs. Alabama womens tennis match on Sunday, April 2, 2023, at Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Alabama won 4-1. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff
Kentucky womens tennis falls to No. 3 Tennessee in SEC Tournament quarterfinals
April 26, 2023
Liam Draxl celebrates winning a set during the UK vs. Virginia tennis match on Thursday, March 31, 2022, at Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 4-2. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
No. 5 Kentucky mens tennis defeat No. 4 Georgia for SEC Championship title
April 24, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats senior Florencia Urrutia and sophomore Lidia Gonzalez take a water break between sets on the bench during the Kentucky vs. Alabama womens tennis match on Sunday, April 2, 2023, at Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Alabama won 4-1. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff
Kentucky womens tennis falls 4-2 to LSU on senior day
April 18, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats freshman Zoe Hammond waits for her singles opponent to serve during the Kentucky vs. Alabama womens tennis match on Sunday, April 2, 2023, at Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Alabama won 4-1. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff
Kentucky womens tennis falls to Texas A&M 5-2
April 16, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats senior Taha Baadi, left, talks to fifth year Alafia Ayeni during the No. 5 Kentucky vs. No. 6 South Carolina mens tennis match on Thursday, March 2, 2023, at the Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. South Carolina won 4-3. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
No. 5 Kentucky mens tennis concludes regular season with 5-2 win over No. 21 Florida
April 15, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats fifth year Mitchell Nelson adjusts his stock during the Kentucky vs. Morehead State rifle NCAA Qualifier on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Barker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky finished with a 4716 qualifying score. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky rifle comes up short in NCAA Championships in Akron, takes bronze
March 13, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats fifth year Richard Clark practices during the Kentucky vs. Morehead State rifle NCAA Qualifier on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Barker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky finished with a 4716 qualifying score. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky rifle finishes third in GARC Championships, prepares for NCAA Championships
February 27, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats senior Emmie Sellers aims her rifle during the Kentucky vs. Morehead State rifle NCAA Qualifier on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Barker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky finished with a 4716 qualifying score. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky rifle qualifies for NCAA Championships, eyes three-peat in Akron
February 21, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats rifle seniors are honored after the Kentucky vs. Morehead State rifle NCAA Qualifier on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Barker Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky finished with a 4716 qualifying score. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky rifle awaits championship decision after concluding NCAA qualifier
February 18, 2023
Kentucky Rifle
Kentucky rifle takes down No. 1 Ole Miss in Oxford
November 21, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats freshman Shayla Nguyen (45) 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 finishes 2023 season as national Division-1 runner ups
April 28, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Blair Bergmann speaks with his players 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 finishes regular season with 0-3 showing in Cal Baptist Tournament
March 26, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats junior Karley Kalchbrenner sits 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 suffers sweeping defeat in midweek double header heading into final tournament
March 24, 2023
Kentucky players cheer on their teammates during the Kentucky vs. Michigan State STUNT game on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Michigan State won 15-14. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
Kentucky STUNT splits 2023 Bluegrass Classic, records first perfect game in program history
March 13, 2023
Kentucky players cheer on their teammates during the Kentucky vs. Michigan State STUNT game on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Michigan State won 15-14. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky STUNT loses 15-14 to Michigan State
March 7, 2023
Kentucky libero Molly Tuozzo hits the ball 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
No. 22 Kentucky volleyball falls 3-0 to Tennessee Volunteers at home
September 25, 2023
Kentucky defenders block the ball 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
PHOTOS: Kentucky volleyball defeats LSU 3-1 at Rupp Arena
September 23, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats outside hitter Erin Lamb (13) spikes 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
No. 21 Kentucky volleyball falls 3-0 to No. 2 Louisville on the road
September 14, 2023
Kentucky players celebrate scoring a point during the Kentucky vs. Pitt volleyball match on Friday, Sept. 1, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 3-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
No. 19 Kentucky volleyball splits weekend matches against top 25 teams
September 10, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats libero Molly Tuozzo (12) serves 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 Travis Fannon | Staff
No. 15 Kentucky volleyball swept by No. 10 Pittsburgh in Lumber Volleyball Classic
September 3, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats midfielder Casper Grening (10) walks off the pitch during the Kentucky vs. ETSU mens soccer match on Monday, Aug. 28, 2023, at the Wendell & Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 1-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer falls to Ohio State 3-0, losing back-to-back games
September 20, 2023
Kentucky players celebrate their win after 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
Thrilling comeback by Kentucky men’s soccer seals victory against Lipscomb
September 10, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Aboubacar Camara (9) kicks the ball 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
PHOTOS: Kentucky mens soccer defeats Lipscomb 3-2
September 9, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats midfielder Casper Grening (10) walks off the pitch during the Kentucky vs. ETSU mens soccer match on Monday, Aug. 28, 2023, at the Wendell & Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 1-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer suffers defeat to rivals Louisville, loses consecutive games for first time in three seasons
September 7, 2023
Players warm up before the Kentucky vs. ETSU mens soccer match on Monday, Aug. 28, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 1-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky men’s soccer suffers first regular season loss since 2021
September 3, 2023
Kentucky midfielder Anna Young takes a penalty kick during the Kentucky vs. South Carolina womens soccer match on Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky tied 0-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky womens soccer continues its undefeated season with a 1-1 against Florida
September 24, 2023
Kentucky midfielder Tanner Strickland dribbles the ball during the Kentucky vs. South Carolina womens soccer match on Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky tied 0-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky women’s soccer picks up third draw of season against South Carolina
September 22, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats defender Grace Phillpotts (24) dribbles the ball during the Kentucky vs. Belmont womens soccer match on Sunday, Sept. 7, 2023 at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky women’s soccer defeats Belmont 3-0
September 8, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats midfielder Tanner Strickland (10) and forward Jordyn Rhodes (30) hug after Kentucky scores a goal during the Kentucky vs. Illinois womens soccer match on Sunday, Sept. 3, 2023 at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 1-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky women’s soccer stands tall on Senior Day, defeats Illinois 1-0
September 3, 2023
Kentucky players celebrate scoring a goal in the first half during the Kentucky vs. UT Martin womens soccer match on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
Kentucky women’s soccer wins big against UT Martin, earns second win of the season
September 3, 2023
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
A University of Kentucky track and field athlete gets ready for a race during the Jim Green Invitational at the Nutter Field House on Saturday, January 12, 2019, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Kentucky Kernel
Masai Russell wins gold in hurdles at SEC Indoor Championships
March 4, 2023
Kentucky cross country shines at Panorama Farms Invitational
October 19, 2022
Katy Kunc runs in the 2017 Bluegrass Cross Country Invitational in Lexington, KY., which she went on to win. Kunc will be racing in the 2017 NCAA Cross Country Championships on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
UK Women’s Cross Country finish third at NCAA Southeast Regional
November 12, 2021
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October 15, 2021
Katy Kunc runs in the 2017 Bluegrass Cross Country Invitational in Lexington, KY., which she went on to win. Kunc will be racing in the 2017 NCAA Cross Country Championships on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
UK women’s cross country finish eighth at Notre Dame Invitational
October 1, 2021
Katy Kunc runs in the 2017 Bluegrass Cross Country Invitational in Lexington, KY., which she went on to win. Kunc will be racing in the 2017 NCAA Cross Country Championships on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
Kentucky women’s cross country finish first at Commodore Classic
September 17, 2021
Kentucky swimmers compete in the Blue and White Meet on Friday, Sept. 24, 2021, at the Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky women’s swim and dive falls in season opener at Arkansas
September 23, 2023
Kentucky swimmers compete in the Blue and White Meet on Friday, Sept. 24, 2021, at the Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Levi Sandidge shines in swim and dive NCAA Championships
March 27, 2023
Kentucky freshman Caitlin Brooks swims in the womens 200 yard butterfly during the meet against the University of Cincinnati on Friday, Jan. 31, 2020, at the Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
Kentucky womens swim and dive places 19th in NCAA Championships
March 20, 2023
A UK swimmer diving into the pool. University of Kentuckys Swim and Dive had a meet with LSU on Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Kentucky diving adds three NCAA bids at Zone C Championships
March 13, 2023
Kentucky and Cincinnati swimmers dive into the pool during the meet against the University of Cincinnati on Friday, Jan. 31, 2020, at the Lancaster Aquatic Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
Kentucky swim and dive earn six medals at SEC Championships
February 19, 2023
Kentucky 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
Tyler McDaniel during the second round of the Southeastern Conference Championship at Sea Island Golf Clubs Seaside Course in St. Simons Island, Ga., on Saturday, April 16, 2016.
Kentucky mens golf finishes seventh at Lewis Chitengwa Memorial
April 12, 2023
Dhaivat Pandya competes during the Bearcat Invitational. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
Kentucky mens golf records second best result behind Alex Goff in South Carolina
April 4, 2023
Kentucky womens golfer Laney Frye competes in the third round of the NCAA Championship finals at Grayhawk Golf Club in Scottsdale, Arizona. Photo by Tim Cowie, provided by UK Athletics
Kentucky womens golf concludes regular season at Clemson Invitational
March 29, 2023
Dhaivat Pandya competes during the Bearcat Invitational. Photo provided by UK Athletics.
Kentucky mens golf records top-five finish in Schenkel Invitational
March 21, 2023
Kentucky winger Kyle Head (34) defends the buck 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 falls to Boston 4-3 in close game decided by shootout
September 17, 2023
Kentucky center Brett Quinn controls 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 won 9-1. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky hockey defeats Boston University 9-1
September 16, 2023
Kentucky hockey players celebrate a goal during the Kentucky vs. Boston University hockey game on Saturday, September 16, 2023, at the Lexington Ice and Recreation Center in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 9-1. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Kentucky hockey stands tall in season opener, defeats Boston University 9-1
September 16, 2023
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: what new fans need to know
September 15, 2023
The Kentucky hockey team poses for a photo with the trophy at the Kentucky vs. Louisville hockey game on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023, at the Lexington Ice Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 7-2. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky hockey defeats Louisville 7-2 in Lexington
January 23, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats head coach John Calipari reacts to the Kentucky vs. Georgia mens basketball game on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2023, at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens, Georgia. UK lost 68-75. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff
COLUMN: Has the SEC simply caught up to Kentucky?
March 7, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats head coach John Calipari reacts to a play during the No. 4 Kentucky vs. Michigan State Champions Classic mens basketball game on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2022, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Michigan State won 86-77 in the second overtime. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
COLUMN: Kentucky’s problems are bigger than basketball
January 11, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats forward Oscar Tshiebwe (34) dunks the ball during the Kentucky vs. North Florida mens basketball game on Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2022, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 96-56. Photo by Jackson Dunavant | Staff
COLUMN: Three takeaways from Cats’ London victory
December 8, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats guard Jada Walker (11) gets helped up by her team during the Kentucky vs. Radford womens basketball game on Monday, Nov. 7, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 82-78. Photo by Jackson Dunavant | Staff
Column: Kentucky womens basketball is on the right track
December 3, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver DeMarcus Harris (4) attempts to block a camera as offensive coordinator Rich Scangarello walks off the field after the No. 7 Kentucky vs. No. 14 Ole Miss football game on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, at Vaught Hemingway Stadium in Oxford, Mississippi. Ole Miss won 22-19. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Column: The 2022 season was a disastrous hiccup for Kentucky football
December 2, 2022
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Gendered awards do not reflect diverse talent
September 27, 2023
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It’s time Kentucky’s General Assembly considers safe injection sites
September 27, 2023
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Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show: not everyone deserves a second chance
September 26, 2023
The Community of Scholars LLP failed its residents
The Community of Scholars LLP failed its residents
September 18, 2023
Zach Bryan performs on Saturday, June 3, 2023, during the Railbird music festival at the Red Mile infield in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
Hey Ticketmaster, it’s ‘Quittin’ Time’
September 15, 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
Parking isn’t the problem on campus, cars are
September 7, 2023
Editor-in-Chief Hannah Stanley poses for a portrait in front of the Kentucky Kernel office on Sunday, Aug. 20, 2023, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
From the editor: The beauty in front of us
August 21, 2023
So, what now?
So, what now?
June 24, 2022
A slice of sweet potato pie is served on Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff file photo
Thanksgiving: A holiday glow up
November 18, 2021
Timothée Chalamet in the movie Dune. Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures.
Dune 2021: A classic gets its due
November 16, 2021
Students walk out of the Gatton Student Center on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff
Editorial: Attendance should only be 10% of overall grades at UK
February 28, 2023
The FarmHouse Fraternity house on Monday, Oct. 18, 2021, the night Hazelwood died, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Kentucky Kernel
Editorial: Hazing is life and death, not a game of semantics
November 17, 2022
Cones and fences prevent traffic on Rose Street on Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2022, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Kentucky Kernel
Editorial: UK needs more acceptability and accessibility on campus
October 13, 2022
Fallen leaves collect under a row of trees outside of William T. Young Library on Friday, Oct. 30, 2020, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Looking back at fall 2021
December 2, 2021
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Fall break is a step in the right direction, but more is needed
October 29, 2021
Kentucky Wildcats quarterback Devin Leary (13) looks to throw during the Kentucky vs. Vanderbilt football game on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023 at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. UK won 45-28. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
PODCAST: Florida preview and UK hockey update
September 29, 2023
A family poses for a picture at the Bluegrass Biscuit Bash as a part of Family Weekend on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Kentucky Kernel
PODCAST: Family Weekend
September 27, 2023
The brew kettle sits in the James B. Beam Institute on Friday, Sept. 9, 2023 at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
BROADCAST: ‘Something that is just Kentucky.’ Beam Institute distillery to offer hands-on learning opportunities
September 22, 2023
The Wildcats line up for the National Anthem before the Kentucky vs. Boston University hockey game on Friday, Sept. 15, 2023, at the Lexington Ice and Recreation Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 9-1. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
BROADCAST: UK Hockey opening night 2023
September 18, 2023
The MV-22B Osprey lands during the Engineering Takes Flight event on Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023, at the South Lawn in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
BROADCAST: Combat helicopter lands on UK Campus
September 18, 2023
The brew kettle sits in the James B. Beam Institute on Friday, Sept. 9, 2023 at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
BROADCAST: ‘Something that is just Kentucky.’ Beam Institute distillery to offer hands-on learning opportunities
September 22, 2023
The Wildcats line up for the National Anthem before the Kentucky vs. Boston University hockey game on Friday, Sept. 15, 2023, at the Lexington Ice and Recreation Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 9-1. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
BROADCAST: UK Hockey opening night 2023
September 18, 2023
The MV-22B Osprey lands during the Engineering Takes Flight event on Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023, at the South Lawn in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff
BROADCAST: Combat helicopter lands on UK Campus
September 18, 2023
Attendees watch as Horses cross the finish line on Friday, April. 7, 2023, at Keeneland in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Bryce Towle | Staff
BROADCAST: Opening day at Keeneland
April 17, 2023
Kentucky Wildcats quarterback Devin Leary (13) looks to throw during the Kentucky vs. Vanderbilt football game on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023 at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. UK won 45-28. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
PODCAST: Florida preview and UK hockey update
September 29, 2023
A family poses for a picture at the Bluegrass Biscuit Bash as a part of Family Weekend on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Kentucky Kernel
PODCAST: Family Weekend
September 27, 2023
Kentucky running back Ray Davis runs the ball during the Kentucky vs. Akron football game on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 35-3. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
PODCAST: Akron recap and Ray Davis
September 22, 2023
Construction has been completed on Woodland Ave in front of Chellgren Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff.
PODCAST: TRI-IT
September 22, 2023
Kentucky wide receiver Dane Key lifts wide receiver Tayvion Robinson up after a touchdown during the Kentucky vs. Eastern Kentucky football game on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 28-17. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff
PODCAST: EKU Recap and Akron Preview
September 15, 2023
John Calipari answers questions after watching the Selection Sunday show on Sunday, March 12, 2023, at Caliparis home in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
VIDEO: Kentucky mens basketball reacts to Selection Sunday results
March 15, 2023
A Southern Belle: His Journey for Identity
January 31, 2022
Homefield
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
Kentucky players celebrate a touchdown during the Kentucky vs. Florida football game on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 33-14. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky football defeats No. 22 Florida 33-14
September 30, 2023
Kentucky guard Saniah Tyler passes the ball during the Kentucky womens basketball open practice on Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2023, at the Joe Craft Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky women’s basketball holds first official practice of the year
September 26, 2023
Kentucky outfielder Rylea Smith hits the ball during the Kentucky vs. Parkland softball game on Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 9-0. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky Wildcats softball defeats Parkland 9-0
September 26, 2023
Vanderbilt Commodores Martel Hight (25) wraps Kentucky Wildcats wideout Barion Brown (7) during the Kentucky vs. Vanderbilt football game on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023 at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. UK won 45-28. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky football defeats Vanderbilt 45-28 in first road game of the year
September 23, 2023
Kentucky defenders block the ball 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
PHOTOS: Kentucky volleyball defeats LSU 3-1 at Rupp Arena
September 23, 2023
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A skateboarder rides across the Blue Courts on the University of Kentucky campus on Saturday, March 28, 2020, after the hoops on the basketball goals were taken down after Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton closed other outdoor athletic facilities to better enforce social distancing. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

UK takes down basketball hoops, closes Arboretum entrance

Sydney Momeyer
March 30, 2020
Natalie Parks, left, and Rachael Courtney will be the 2020-2021 Kentucky Kernel and KRNL editors-in-chief, respectively. 

Parks chosen as next Kernel editor; Courtney as next KRNL editor

Sydney Momeyer
March 17, 2020
A Vote Here sign outside of the Maxwell Elementary Voting location. Voters came out early in the morning to vote in the midterm elections on Tuesday, Nov. 6, at the Maxwell Elementary Voting location in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff file photo

UK’s SGA elections have begun. Here’s where and how to vote.

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March 2, 2020
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Coffee Week is here. See what near-campus coffee shops have in store.

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February 15, 2020
A robbery was reported on the corner of Conn Terrace and South Limestone early Wednesday morning, UK Police say. The alleged robber was last seen wearing white tennis shoes, dark colored pants and a two-toned colored hooded sweatshirt, and driving an early 2000s gold Toyota Camry. Photo courtesy of UK Police. 

UK Police warn of robbery on the corner of Conn Terrace and South Limestone

Sydney Momeyer
February 12, 2020
Then-Democratic candidate for governor Andy Beshear responds to a question during the gubernatorial debate on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019, at the Singletary Center for the Arts in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff

Beshear’s budget touts higher ed budget increase

Sydney Momeyer
February 2, 2020
A student gets a meal at Fusion in Erikson Hall on Friday, April 5, 2019, before it is turned into One Community Cafe in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

UK’s $1 per meal cafe continues on almost a year after student hunger protests

Sydney Momeyer
January 26, 2020
On Jan. 10, Twitter user @LilithLovett posted the video of Michael Hawse being interviewed by Kaitlin Bennett on UKs campus just outside of White Hall Classroom Building. 

After going viral with ‘gun girl’ interview, UK student uses spotlight to help fundraiser

Sydney Momeyer
January 14, 2020
Blanding and Kirwan residence halls, along with Smith, Ingles and Baldwin, could be without air conditioning after spring break.

UK to demolish Kirwan, Blanding towers, may add new dorm

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December 6, 2019
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Two more campus sexual assaults added to semester’s tally, UKPD reports

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November 21, 2019
State Street has many rented properties typically inhabited by students. Taken Thursday, Nov. 14 , 2019, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

Party Foul? UK-backed city ordinance takes aim at rowdy student housing.

Sydney Momeyer
November 19, 2019
The Baby Trump balloon was inflated in front of the Fayette county courthouse ahead of President Donald Trumps rally at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky on Monday, Nov. 4, 2019. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

Meet ‘Baby Trump’: The 24-foot tall balloon of the president

Sydney Momeyer
November 4, 2019
Candidates for Kentucky governor Matt Bevin and Andy Beshear take part in a debate on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019, at the Singletary Center for the Arts on the University of Kentucky campus in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff

What does the governor do for the University of Kentucky?

Sydney Momeyer
October 27, 2019
Champions Kitchen will open to students on Sunday, Jan. 7 at 2 p.m. Pushed-in high-top chairs sit at Champions Kitchen on Friday, January 5, 2018 in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Rick Childress | Staff

UK approved to expand Gatton Student Center dining areas

Sydney Momeyer
October 18, 2019
Candidates for Kentucky governor Matt Bevin and Andy Beshear take part in a debate on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019, at the Singletary Center for the Arts on the University of Kentucky campus in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff

Bevin, Beshear face off at UK’s Singletary Center in second gubernatorial debate

Sydney Momeyer
October 15, 2019
Illustration by Tory Stephenson | Staff

UK’s first fall break gives students a break after midterms

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October 15, 2019
A rendering of the future parking and retail space that is to occupy the space that was once Kennedys Bookstore. | Photo provided by UKNOW

Near-campus Winslow Street closed for two weeks

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October 15, 2019
Chris Stapleton announced he will be the first artist to perform at Kroger Field on Wednesday, October, 2, 2019. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

Chris Stapleton to headline first-ever concert performance at Kroger Field

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October 2, 2019
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Student found dead in residence hall, university investigating

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October 1, 2019
UK fans rush the lawn in front of Memorial Coliseum to camp out for Big Blue Madness tickets at 5:00am on Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2019, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

Skinned knees were the only casualties at this year’s Big Blue Madness rush for tickets

Sydney Momeyer
September 25, 2019
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Report: UK Healthcare sending patients elsewhere due to computer difficulties

Sydney Momeyer
September 23, 2019
Lyman T. Johnson, the first African American to attend the University of Kentucky Portrait Print Collection (University of Kentucky)

He ‘paved the way’ for integration at UK. Who was Lyman T. Johnson?

Sydney Momeyer
September 20, 2019
The organization was established on UKs campus in 2015. Just last year, AXO received a new sorority house located off Columbia Avenue. Prior to receiving the house, they were borrowing venues and other sorority and fraternity houses to host their sorority-wide events.This photo taken Thursday, Aug. 24, 2017, shows their house under construction. Their house is now completed. Chase Phillips | Staff

UK’s Alpha Chi Omega investigated for possible student conduct violations

Sydney Momeyer
September 10, 2019
DeMarcus Cousins slouches mid court during the Sacramento Kings game against the Washington Wizzards on Saturday, October 15, 2016 at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Ky.

Alabama police issue arrest warrant for former UK basketball player DeMarcus Cousins

Sydney Momeyer
August 29, 2019
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Transformer fire downs power in four UK buildings, facilities closed until Monday

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July 5, 2019
Haily Duvall, 19, a UK student, was charged with threatening interstate communications, false statements and false information in Federal District Court in Lexington on Friday, Nov. 16, 2018.

Former student accused of social media bomb threats pleads guilty to federal charge

Sydney Momeyer
June 25, 2019
UK President Eli Capilouto. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

SEC names UK’s Eli Capilouto as president of the conference

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June 4, 2019
Fans in the ERUPPtion Zone cheer after the game against Tennessee on Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky defeated Tennessee 86-69. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff

SEC schools now allowed to sell alcohol during sporting events

Sydney Momeyer
May 31, 2019
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

UK Housing waives cancellation fees for students in two-year contract

Sydney Momeyer
April 23, 2019
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UK receives $87 million grant to help stop opioid crisis in Kentucky

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April 18, 2019
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

Accidentally signed contract could cost some UK students thousands

Sydney Momeyer
April 17, 2019
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UKPD quickly identify suspect after unsubstantiated bomb threat

Sydney Momeyer
April 15, 2019
Kentucky fans celebrate on State Street after Kentuckys Sweet Sixteen win against Houston on Friday, March 29, 2019, in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky defeated Houston 62-58, pushing Kentucky into the Elite Eight game against Auburn. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

‘Absolutely unreal’ post-win celebration results in 2 arrests,1 injury

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March 30, 2019
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Childress chosen as next Kernel editor; King as next KRNL editor

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March 25, 2019
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Student employee nominations of the year now being accepted

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March 6, 2019
Fayette circuit judge Ernesto Scorsone administers the oath of office to Mayor Linda Gorton during her inauguration ceremony in the Gatton Student Center Grand Ballroom in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

Linda Gorton: UK graduate to woman in charge

Sydney Momeyer
March 4, 2019
(left to right) Candidates for SGA vice president, Andy Flood, and president, Tucket Lovett, listen as current president Michael Hamilton and director of government relations Katherine Speece voice their concerns to the judicial panel on Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019, at the Gatton College of Business in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff

No winner in UK SGA presidential election; run-off election required

Sydney Momeyer
March 1, 2019
John Reed a Parking Control Officer for the University of Kentucky writes a ticket for an illegally parked vehicle. Photo by Mike Weaver | Staff

UK accepting canned food, personal care items for parking ticket fees

Sydney Momeyer
February 24, 2019
A rendering of the future parking and retail space that is to occupy the space that was once Kennedys Bookstore. | Photo provided by UKNOW

Kennedy’s Bookstore to become parking garage and retail space

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February 22, 2019
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SGA to host event to address food insecurity concerns of SSTOP Hunger

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February 21, 2019
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UK holds auction, sells unused campus equipment

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February 19, 2019
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UK police officer alive after his life saved by UK employees, students

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January 11, 2019
Adam Edelen (right) introduces Gill Holland, his running mate on his campaign for governor of Kentucky on Jan. 7, 2019, at the Old Fayette County Courthouse in downtown Lexington, Kentucky.

Adam Edelen begins his Kentucky governor campaign in Lexington

Sydney Momeyer
January 7, 2019
Rachel Denhollander, one of the first to report Larry Nassar and now a victims rights adovocate, speaks to UK students at the Christian Student Fellowship building in Lexington, Ky., on Nov. 8, 2018. Photo by Sydney Momeyer | Staff

#MeToo pioneer, victims’ advocate speaks to UK students at CSF

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November 9, 2018
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UK recommends vaccinations after UK employee reported to have Hepatitis A

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November 8, 2018
Assistant Provost for Student Well-Being Andrew Smith speaks at the press conference announcing UKs initiative for safer transportation ahead of the Kentucky football game against Georgia. The press conference was held at the Cats Den in the Gatton Student Center on Friday, Nov. 2, 2018, in Lexington, Kentucky. 

UK announces initiative for safer transportation on football gameday

Sydney Momeyer
November 2, 2018
Lieutenant Colonel Amy McGrath addresses her supporters during the rally on Friday, Oct. 12, 2018, at Bath County High School in Owingsville, Kentucky. Former Vice President Joe Biden also attended the event and spoke on behalf of McGrath. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

With ‘Kentucky values’ under assault, Joe Biden endorses Amy McGrath

Sydney Momeyer
October 12, 2018
Senior Emily Cole speaks during a vigil held for assault survivors outside the Gatton Student Center on UKs campus on Friday, Oct. 5, 2018 in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

UK students, sexual assault survivors speak out amid Kavanaugh hearings

Sydney Momeyer
October 5, 2018
Corbin Harris, a UK sophomore, fell from a balcony at The Lex apartment complex on Friday, Aug. 31, 2018, in Lexington, Kentucky. 

Student who fell from Lex balcony is improving in health, father says

Sydney Momeyer
October 3, 2018
Spectators pose for a picture in front of the track during the first day of Keenelands spring meet on Friday, April 6, 2018, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

Keeneland has plenty of college-centered events in the starting gate

Sydney Momeyer
October 2, 2018
Nia Taylor, TeNiya Jones roommate, covers her face embraced during the candle lighting outside the Gatton Student Center on Thursday, Sept. 27, 2018, in Lexington, Kentucky. A vigil and candle lighting ceremony was held in honor of Jones, who was a UK student who died in a swimming accident while studying abroad in Israel this summer. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

‘Celebrating a life’: Vigil honors UK student who passed away while studying abroad

Sydney Momeyer
September 27, 2018
Two members of the UK Cheerleading team dressed up as Murray States mascot during the game on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018, in Lexington, Kentucky. 

Murray State ‘mascot’ at Kentucky football game has been unmasked

Sydney Momeyer
September 19, 2018
UK students interact with Zachary Humphrey, a preacher from Public Proclaimer Ministries, outside Whitehall on UKs campus on Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2018, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

Campus preacher returns to UK, drawing reactions from students

Sydney Momeyer
September 18, 2018
(Left: Rachel Watts Webb, Kimberly McCann, Michael Hamilton, Bill Thro). Newly appointed Board of Trustees members are sworn in by UK General Counsel Bill Thro on Sept. 13, 2018 in the E. Britt Brockman Senate Chamber. | Photo by Sydney Momeyer

New members sworn into Board of Trustees; chamber dedicated to board chair

Sydney Momeyer
September 13, 2018
Kentucky Attorney General Andy Beshear announces his Governor candidacy with his running mate Jacqueline Coleman (right of Beshear) from the rooftop of Dudleys on Short. July 9, 2018. Rick Childress | Staff

AG Beshear announces Governor candidacy, promises to restore funding to higher education

Sydney Momeyer
July 9, 2018
Lexington Mayor Jim Gray gives Kentucky Congressional 6th District Democratic candidate Amy McGrath a tour of Lexingtons new Visitors Center on June 29, 2018. Photo by Sydney Momeyer | Staff

Congressional candidate Amy McGrath receives pledge of support from former opponent Jim Gray

Sydney Momeyer
June 29, 2018
Kentucky journalist Ryan Craig has been named as the new adviser for the Kentucky Kernel. Photo provided by Ryan Craig. | June 27, 2018. 

Ryan Craig named as new Kentucky Kernel adviser

Sydney Momeyer
June 27, 2018
Dr. Derek Lane has been announced as interim dean of the College of Communications and Information. 

UK’s College of Communications and Information names new interim dean

Sydney Momeyer
June 21, 2018
Bowmans Den being torn down in response to opening of new Student Center.

Demolition of Bowman’s Den begins

Sydney Momeyer
June 11, 2018
In a campus-wide email, UKPD sends out a photo of a suspect in a series of potentially connected burglaries. 

UK Police report a series of possibly connected burglaries on campus

Sydney Momeyer
June 5, 2018
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Young voter turnout rate is taken into consideration as elections push on

Sydney Momeyer
May 23, 2018
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Donation to UK PATHways Program will allow expansion of opioid treatment, research

Sydney Momeyer
May 14, 2018
Lexington Mayoral candidates participated in the Whats Next Lexington Mayoral candidate forum hosted by JOU 101 and sponsored by SGA on the University of Kentucky campus on Wednesday, April 25, 2018 in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

Mayoral candidates speak about improving Lexington at on-campus forum

Sydney Momeyer
April 25, 2018
Kernel Staff File Photo

UK putting measures in place as state-wide budget cuts continue

Sydney Momeyer
April 23, 2018
Alpha Phis Heart Throb week starts Monday, Feb. 12. All events will be at the Alpha Phi house on Columbia Ave. in Lexington, Ky. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff

Alpha Phi soccer tourney scores big: Thousands raised for women’s heart health

Sydney Momeyer
April 23, 2018
UK journalism student Maris Halpern works on her laptop in her Media Storytelling class in the basement of the Enoch Grehan Journalism Building on April 4, 2018. 

Goodbye, Grehan: Journalism, communications moving out of longtime home for renovations

Sydney Momeyer
April 9, 2018
United Students Against Sweatshops members Faisal Al Z, Will Kueshner, Alex Wood, Aditya Sriram, Cameron Baller, Lidya Yatin posing outside the Main Building before a meeting with the administration where UK announced its new Nike deal. 

Student group seeks to keep UK, Nike accountable with new workers’ rights contract

Sydney Momeyer
March 4, 2018
Immigrant faculty members get ready to pose for photos in a quad by Bradley Hall at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Ky., on Friday, March 24, 2017. The meeting was put together to show how immigrants are essential to higher education, especially at UK. Photo by Joshua Qualls | Staff

Departments show international faculty appreciation

Sydney Momeyer
March 27, 2017
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