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Former Reynolds Building becomes new home for College of Design
Former Reynolds Building becomes new home for College of Design
August 8, 2022
We are there. UK offers resources to students after eastern KY flooding
‘We are there.’ UK offers resources to students after eastern KY flooding
July 31, 2022
Nuclear technology development at UK furthered by national grant
Nuclear technology development at UK furthered by national grant
June 18, 2022
A student wearing a mask exits Gatton Student Center on the first day of in-person classes on Monday, Aug. 17, 2020, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Masks optional across UK, Capilouto announces
June 3, 2022
A community member receives a COVID-19 test on Friday, Feb. 5, 2021, at UK’s Kroger Field testing site in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
College Way COVID-19 testing to close at end of May
May 26, 2022
Former Reynolds Building becomes new home for College of Design
Former Reynolds Building becomes new home for College of Design
August 8, 2022
Nuclear technology development at UK furthered by national grant
Nuclear technology development at UK furthered by national grant
June 18, 2022
A community member receives a COVID-19 test on Friday, Feb. 5, 2021, at UK’s Kroger Field testing site in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
College Way COVID-19 testing to close at end of May
May 26, 2022
Chris Stapleton performs during his “A Concert for Kentucky” on Saturday, April 23, 2022, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
PHOTOS: Chris Stapleton’s “A Concert for Kentucky”
April 24, 2022
Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority performs at Greek Sing at Memorial Coliseum on Saturday, April 2, 2022 in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Kentucky Kernel
PHOTOS: Greek Sing 2022
April 7, 2022
Just clowning around: UK Circus Club
Just clowning around: UK Circus Club
June 1, 2022
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
May 19, 2022
A lot of life left to live. UK alumnus and mother searches for new kidney
‘A lot of life left to live.’ UK alumnus and mother searches for new kidney
May 18, 2022
The Lexington Humane Society helps animals find their forever homes
April 21, 2022
The sidelines aren’t just for benchwarmers: The pep behind UK athletics
April 21, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats quarterback Will Levis scrimmages during an open practice and fan day at the Joe Craft Football Training Center practice fields on Saturday, Aug. 6, 2022, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff
‘Still a lot of work to be done.’ Offense struggles in Kentucky football fan day open practice
August 6, 2022
Fans cheer during an open practice and telethon benefitting flood victims in Eastern Kentucky at Rupp Arena on Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2022 in Lexington, Kentucky.
Kentucky mens basketball open practice and telethon raises over $2 million for Eastern Kentucky flood victims
August 3, 2022
Kentucky mens basketball head coach John Calipari talks to fans during an open practice and telethon benefitting flood victims in Eastern Kentucky at Rupp Arena on Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2022 in Lexington, Kentucky.
Calipari announces home-and-home series against Gonzaga
August 2, 2022
The Kentucky mens basketball team will hold a telethon and open practice on Tuesday, August 2, 2022, to benefit those impacted by flooding across eastern Kentucky. Via Twitter
Kentucky mens basketball telethon to benefit those impacted by Eastern Kentucky flooding
August 1, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats guard TyTy Washington Jr. (3) celebrates a teammate’s three pointer during the UK vs Georgia men’s basketball game on Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 92-77. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
TyTy Washington drafted No. 29 overall by Memphis Grizzlies
June 23, 2022
Fans cheer during an open practice and telethon benefitting flood victims in Eastern Kentucky at Rupp Arena on Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2022 in Lexington, Kentucky.
Kentucky mens basketball open practice and telethon raises over $2 million for Eastern Kentucky flood victims
August 3, 2022
The Kentucky mens basketball team will hold a telethon and open practice on Tuesday, August 2, 2022, to benefit those impacted by flooding across eastern Kentucky. Via Twitter
Kentucky mens basketball telethon to benefit those impacted by Eastern Kentucky flooding
August 1, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats guard TyTy Washington Jr. (3) celebrates a teammate’s three pointer during the UK vs Georgia men’s basketball game on Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 92-77. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
TyTy Washington drafted No. 29 overall by Memphis Grizzlies
June 23, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats guard Shaedon Sharpe sits on the bench during warmups before the UK vs Georgia men’s basketball game on Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 92-77. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Shaedon Sharpe drafted No. 7 overall by Trail Blazers
June 23, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats guard Shaedon Sharpe sits on the bench during warmups before the UK vs Georgia men’s basketball game on Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 92-77. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Shaedon Sharpe officially leaves Kentucky for NBA Draft
June 1, 2022
Kentucky head coach Kyra Elzy answers a question during a postgame press conference after the UK vs. Princeton womens basketball game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Saturday, March 19, 2022, at Assembly Hall in Bloomington, Indiana. Princeton won 69-62. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kyra Elzy adds fifth signee to 2022 freshman class
April 13, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats guard Rhyne Howard (5) smiles after making a 3-pointer during the UK vs. Auburn womens basketball game on Sunday, Feb. 27, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 90-62. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Rhyne Howard drafted No. 1 overall in 2022 WNBA Draft; makes UK history
April 11, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats head coach Kyra Elzy celebrates with fans during the team’s return from the SEC Tournament championship game on Sunday, March 6, 2022, at Joe Craft Center in Lexington, Kentucky. UK defeated No. 1 South Carolina 64-62 with a 3-pointer by Dre’Una Edwards in the last seconds of the game in Nashville, Tennessee. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Kentucky extends Kyra Elzy through 2027
April 4, 2022
Kentucky guard Rhyne Howard (10) takes questions during a postgame press conference after the UK vs. Princeton womens basketball game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Saturday, March 19, 2022, at Assembly Hall in Bloomington, Indiana. Princeton won 69-62. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Rhyne Howard named Wooden Award All-American
March 30, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats center Olivia Owens (00) boxes out during a free throw during the UK vs. Presbyterian College women’s basketball game on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2021, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 81-53. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Olivia Owens announces departure from UK womens basketball team
March 28, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats quarterback Will Levis scrimmages during an open practice and fan day at the Joe Craft Football Training Center practice fields on Saturday, Aug. 6, 2022, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff
‘Still a lot of work to be done.’ Offense struggles in Kentucky football fan day open practice
August 6, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. (24) waits to warm up before the UK football spring game on Saturday, April 9, 2022, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Chris Rodriguez Jr. arrested by campus police on Sunday
May 8, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats guard Luke Fortner (79) comforts wide receiver Lynn Bowden Jr. (1) after Bowden throws an interception during the game against Louisville on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, at Cardinal Stadium in Louisville, Kentucky. Kentucky defeated Louisville 56-10. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
Luke Fortner selected 65th overall by the Jacksonville Jaguars
April 29, 2022
Kentucky celebrates Josh Paschal’s (4) first tackle since being diagnosed with cancer during the game against the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, at Kroger Field, in Lexington, Kentucky. Today, Paschal made his season debut after battling cancer. Kentucky defeated MTSU 34-23. Photo by Arden Barnes | Staff
Josh Paschal drafted 46th overall by the Detroit Lions
April 29, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver WanDale Robinson (1) celebrates getting a first down during the UK vs. Louisville Governor’s Cup football game on Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021, at Cardinal Stadium in Louisville, Kentucky. UK won 52-21. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Wan’Dale Robinson drafted 43rd overall by the New York Giants
April 29, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats outfielder Adam Fogel (55) catches a fly ball during the UK vs. Bellarmine baseball game on Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2022, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 3-2. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Kentucky drubbed 9-1 by Florida in rainy onslaught in Gainesville
May 1, 2022
Kentucky earns much-needed win over Dayton in Lexington
May 1, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats infielder Chase Estep (12) fixes his hair during the UK vs. Morehead State baseball game on Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 7-5. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Kentucky swamped 9-2 by Florida in Gainesville
April 30, 2022
Kentucky Wildcat Sean Harney (34) pitches during the University of Kentucky vs. Georgia State game on Sunday, March 14, 2021, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 4-2. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Wildcat comeback falls short; Kentucky loses 5-3 against Vanderbilt
April 24, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats infielder Daniel Harris IV (1) drops a fly ball during the UK vs. Bellarmine baseball game on Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2022, at Kentucky Proud Park in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 3-2. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Kentucky rebounds for big 3-2 win over Vanderbilt
April 24, 2022
Kentucky pitcher Izzy Harrison (42) pitches during the UK vs. Oklahoma softball game on Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Oklahoma won 9-1. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
No. 11 Kentucky drops senior day game against Mississippi State, losing 6-2
May 1, 2022
Kentucky pitcher Miranda Stoddard (1) pitches during the UK vs. Oklahoma softball game on Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Oklahoma won 9-1. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky unable to win offensive battle against Missouri, loses 8-7
April 25, 2022
Kentucky pitcher Kennedy Sullivan (8) pitches during the UK vs. Oklahoma softball game on Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Oklahoma won 9-1. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Bats wake up late as Kentucky rallies past EKU 10-7
April 21, 2022
Kentucky infielder Taylor Ebbs (3) dives for a foul ball during the UK vs. Oklahoma softball game on Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Oklahoma won 9-1. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky edged out in 2-1 defeat at Arkansas
April 16, 2022
Kentucky Wildcat freshman Stephanie Schoonover (23) pitches during the UK vs. Morehead State game on Wednesday, March 31, 2021, at Cropp Softball Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 13-1. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Schoonover tosses no-hitter as Cats blank Louisville 9-0
April 13, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats libero Eleanor Beavin (6) returns a serve during the UK vs. Illinois women’s volleyball game in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 3-1. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
No. 7 Kentucky stunned 3-1 by Illinois in second round of NCAA Tournament
December 4, 2021
Kentucky Wildcats libero Eleanor Beavin (6) is introduced before the UK vs. Illinois women’s volleyball game in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 3-1. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
PHOTOS: No. 7 Kentucky falls to Illinois 3-1 in second round of NCAA Tournament
December 4, 2021
The wildcats celebrate after a point during the UK vs. Texas A&M volleyball game on Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 3-0. Photo by Amanda Braman | Staff
UK sweeps Southeast Missouri State 3-0 to advance to round two of NCAA Tournament
December 4, 2021
The Wildcats celebrate during UK volleyball’s game against Southern California on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 3-0. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky volleyball earns No. 7 seed in NCAA Tournament
December 2, 2021
Kentucky’s bench reacts to a Kareem Watkins basket during the UK vs. Central Michigan men’s basketball game on Monday, Nov. 29, 2021, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 85-57. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Fall 2021 sports in review
December 2, 2021
Raena Worley performs her bars routine during the Florida vs. Kentucky gymnastics meet on Friday, Feb. 18, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 197.350-97.575. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
No. 10 Kentucky swings past No. 5 LSU in Baton Rouge
March 5, 2022
Makenzie Wilson launches over the vault during the Florida vs. Kentucky gymnastics meet on Friday, Feb. 18, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 197.350-97.575. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Kentucky gymnastics falls at Auburn
February 26, 2022
Raena Worley performs her bars routine during the Florida vs. Kentucky gymnastics meet on Friday, Feb. 18, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 197.350-97.575. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
No. 12 Kentucky gymnastics comes up short against No. 2 Florida
February 19, 2022
Kentucky gymnasts run out onto the floor before the Florida vs. Kentucky gymnastics meet on Friday, Feb. 18, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 197.350-97.575. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
PHOTOS: No. 2 Florida defeats No. 10 Kentucky gymnastics 197.350-197.585
February 18, 2022
Cally Nixon celebrates after performing on bars during the UK vs. Missouri gymnastics meet on Saturday, Jan. 29, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Kentucky gymnastics win quad meet; improve to 5-1
February 4, 2022
The Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex was filled with fans to watch both the mens and womens soccer teams win their matches at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Ky., on Sunday, August 31, 2014. Photo by Jonathan Krueger
Kentucky mens soccer to join Sun Belt Conference for 2022 season
April 6, 2022
Kentuckys Eythor Bjorgolfsson (9) celebrates his goal during the Kentucky vs. Wright State mens soccer game on Monday, Aug. 30, 2021, at the Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 3-0. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Kentucky soccer shows promise in spring match win over Bellarmine
March 26, 2022
Kentucky’s bench reacts to a Kareem Watkins basket during the UK vs. Central Michigan men’s basketball game on Monday, Nov. 29, 2021, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 85-57. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Fall 2021 sports in review
December 2, 2021
Kentucky huddles up before the University of Kentucky vs. Notre Dame mens soccer game on Friday, Sept. 3, 2021, at the Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 1-0. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Kentucky falls 2-1 at Clemson, ending season in Sweet 16
November 29, 2021
Kentucky Wildcats midfielder Marcel Meinzer (8) celebrates scoring a goal during the UK vs. Santa Clara men’s soccer game in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021, at the Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 2-0. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
No. 9 Kentucky power past Santa Clara 2-0; advance to NCAA Tournament Round of 16
November 22, 2021
Kentucky’s bench reacts to a Kareem Watkins basket during the UK vs. Central Michigan men’s basketball game on Monday, Nov. 29, 2021, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 85-57. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Fall 2021 sports in review
December 2, 2021
Kentucky Wildcats forward Emilie Rhode (10) defends the ball during UK’s game against Bellarmine on Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, at Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 4-0. Photo by Jackson Dunavant | Staff
Kentucky falls 2-0 to Tennessee in final match of season
October 29, 2021
Kentucky Wildcats defender Sara Makoben-Blessing (19) prepares to kick the ball during UK’s game against Bellarmine on Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, at Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 4-0. Photo by Jackson Dunavant | Staff
Kentucky ends losing streak; defeats Missouri 2-0
October 24, 2021
Kentucky Wildcats defender Caroline Trout (18) chases the ball during UK’s game against Bellarmine on Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, at Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 4-0. Photo by Jackson Dunavant | Staff
Kentucky drop seventh straight match; fall 2-1 to Alabama
October 22, 2021
Kentucky Wildcats forward Emily Hähnel (29) dribbles past defenders during UK’s game against Marshall on Sunday, Aug. 22, 2021, at Wendell and Vickie Bell Soccer Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 3-0. Photo by Jack Weaver
Kentucky falls 1-0 to LSU; losing streak extends to six matches
October 14, 2021
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.
Kentucky comes up short in NCAA Mens Tennis National Championship
May 22, 2022
UK earns a date to the NCAA Mens Tennis National Championship
UK earns a date to the NCAA Mens Tennis National Championship
May 21, 2022
Gabriel Diallo celebrates with his doubles partner during the University of Kentucky vs. Louisiana State mens tennis meet on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2021, at the Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 4-0. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky secures spot in Final Four for first time in program history
May 19, 2022
Liam Draxl celebrates winning a game 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. 10 Kentucky fights past LSU 4-2 in Baton Rouge for third straight win
April 16, 2022
Gabriel Diallo celebrates winning a game 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
Cats earn biggest victory of season, take down No. 5 Tennessee 4-3
April 8, 2022
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Kentucky rifle wins GARC team championship
February 26, 2022
Kentucky rifle defeats West Virginia to earn share of conference title
February 12, 2022
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UK Rifle defeats NC State behind historic performance
January 16, 2022
Mary Tucker. UK Rifle v Akron. Photo by Hannah Phillips | UK Athletics
Kentucky rifle defeats Army in West Point
January 15, 2022
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Kentucky Rifle topples Akron in fall finale
November 21, 2021
UK T&F finds multiple victories at Drake Relays
May 1, 2022
Senior Carly Hinkle clears the bar in the high jump during the Kentucky Invitational meet on Saturday, May 1, 2021, at Shively Track and Field Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky wins six events on day two of Florida Relays
April 4, 2022
Kentucky completes two sets of relays in Raleigh and Austin
March 27, 2022
UK track and field add three personal bests in North Carolina and Virginia
February 6, 2022
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 wins 11 events at Rod McCravy Memorial
January 30, 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
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 men’s cross country win season opener at Missouri
September 3, 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
Four UK divers punch ticket to NCAA Championships
March 9, 2022
Kentucky sophomore Parker Herren competes in the womens 100 yard backstroke 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 swimming and diving sweep Cincinnati in final home meet of season
January 28, 2022
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 mens and women’s swimming and diving drop meet against Louisville
January 22, 2022
Kentucky swimming and diving topped by Tennessee in dual meet
November 6, 2021
Kentucky celebrates after scoring a point during the University of Kentucky vs. Missouri volleyball game on Friday, Sept. 24, 2021, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 3-0. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Basketball school? Football school? Everything school
October 29, 2021
Kentucky finishes fifth in Lewis Chitengwa Memorial
April 13, 2022
Kentucky mens and womens golf finish first spring events of season
March 3, 2022
UK womens golf records best score in team history at UCF Challenge
February 9, 2022
Kentucky womens golf finish as high as seventh in Lady Bulldog Invitational
January 31, 2022
Kentucky women’s golf ties 4-4 with Louisville in Battle for the Bluegrass
January 18, 2022
Kentucky players celebrate after scoring a goal during the UK vs. Louisville hockey game on Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022, at Lexington Ice Center in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 7-5. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Kentucky hockey loses 6-4 to Ohio State in first round of TSCHL playoffs
February 19, 2022
Kentucky players celebrate after scoring a goal during the UK vs. Louisville hockey game on Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022, at Lexington Ice Center in Lexington, Kentucky. UK lost 7-5. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Homework and hockey: Brett Quinn’s story
February 3, 2022
A Kentucky hockey player moves the puck up the rink during the game against EKU on Friday, Jan. 18, 2019, at The Lexington Ice Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 6 to 3. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
Kentucky hockey suffers first loss of season against DePaul
September 20, 2021
Kentucky and EKU hockey players chase after the puck during the game against EKU on Friday, Jan. 18, 2019, at The Lexington Ice Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 6 to 3. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
‘A rowdy, exciting time.’ Hockey returns to Lexington following pandemic, fire
September 9, 2021
A Kentucky hockey player looks for a shot at a goal during the game against EKU on Friday, Jan. 18, 2019, at The Lexington Ice Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 6 to 3. Photo by Jordan Prather | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky hockey defeats Eastern Kentucky 6 to 3
January 19, 2019
Kenny Payne talks to guard Charles Matthews on the sidelines during the UK vs. Mississippi State mens basketball game on Jan. 20, 2015, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Taylor Pence | Staff
Column: The state of college hoops in Kentucky is shifting, and it’s not in favor of UK
March 18, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats guard Davion Mintz (10) lays on the ground during the UK vs. Saint Peter’s mens basketball game in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday, March 17, 2022, at Gainbridge Arena in Indianapolis, Indiana. UK lost 85-79 in overtime. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Column: The moment was too big for Kentucky
March 18, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats forward Lance Ware celebrates on the bench during the UK vs. Vanderbilt basketball game on Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2022, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 77-70. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Column: No. 5 Kentucky needs big week to cement place as championship contender
February 7, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats head coach John Calipari coaches from the sidelines during the Kentucky vs. Auburn men’s basketball game on Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022, at Auburn Arena in Auburn, Alabama. UK lost 80-71. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Column: John Calipari should stick to his guns on Shaedon Sharpe
January 24, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats guard Kellan Grady (31) smiles on the bench during the UK vs. Tennessee basketball game on Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 107-79. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Column: Kentucky cannot overlook Texas A&M as Auburn matchup looms
January 19, 2022
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A new perspective on gender
July 15, 2022
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So, what now?
June 24, 2022
Kentucky Kernel sports editor Hunter Shelton peers over an edition of the Kentucky Kernel inside McVey Hall in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb
Forever a Kernelite: saying goodbye
May 5, 2022
Jack Weaver, Rayleigh Deaton and Michael Clubb, left to right, wait for maintenance to tow the Kernels golf cart out from between a utility pole and a brick wall after Clubb got the golf cart stuck on Monday, Sept. 13, 2022, in front of Scovell Hall in Lexington, Kentucky.
The Kernel golf cart: A survival story
April 29, 2022
Vendela Norris, a freshman broadcast journalism major, sits in a hammock on Friday, April 9, 2021, outside William T. Young Library in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
Why switching majors is actually a good thing
April 28, 2022
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June 24, 2022
A slice of sweet potato pie is served on Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Thanksgiving: A holiday glow up
November 18, 2021
Timothée Chalamet in the movie Dune. Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures.
Dune 2021: A classic gets its due
November 16, 2021
A masked student studies in the William T. Young Library during the first day of classes for the fall 2020 semester on Monday, Aug. 17, 2020, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
Is fall 2021 easier?
November 16, 2021
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‘Dreaming of You.’ Novel brings dead pop star back to life
November 12, 2021
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
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When will this end? A need for accountability in Greek life
October 21, 2021
A man remembers the fallen victims of 9/11. UK Army and Air Force ROTC placed nearly 3,000 flags this morning in front of the administration building and had speakers read out the names of fallen victims of the terrorism attacks of September 11th, 2001 on Tuesday, September 11, 2018 in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
How the memory of the 9/11 tragedy lives on
September 9, 2021
The Kentucky State Capitol on Friday, Jan. 29, 2021, in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff.
Game over: UK can no longer hide behind its lawsuit
August 26, 2021
Sonny Leon, atop Rich Strike, celebrates winning the 148th running of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, May 7, 2022, at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
PHOTOS: Rich Strike wins 148th running of the Kentucky Derby
May 9, 2022
A group of Oaks goers from the Chicago area watch a race on a video board in the infield on Oaks Day at Churchill Downs on Friday, May 6, 2022, in Louisville, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
PHOTOS: Oaks Day 2022 at Churchill Downs
May 7, 2022
Chris Stapleton performs during his “A Concert for Kentucky” on Saturday, April 23, 2022, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
PHOTOS: Chris Stapleton’s “A Concert for Kentucky”
April 24, 2022
Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver Cole Lanter (81) scores a touchdown as wide receiver Luke Leeper (37) celebrates in the background during the UK football spring game on Saturday, April 9, 2022, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff
PHOTOS: Kentucky football spring game 2022
April 9, 2022
Spectators watch a race during the first day of the Spring Meet on Friday, April 8, 2022, at Keeneland in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff
PHOTOS: Keeneland Spring Meet Opening Day
April 8, 2022
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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

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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?

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

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

October 15, 2019
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UK’s first fall break gives students a break after midterms

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

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

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

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

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

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?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Demolition of Bowman’s Den begins

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

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

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

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

April 25, 2018
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UK putting measures in place as state-wide budget cuts continue

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

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

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

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

March 27, 2017
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