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A ‘Cats Vote’ sticker rests on a table while UKSGA shares information with students about voting on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023, outside of the White Hall Classroom Building at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff

Campus groups promote civic engagement ahead of gubernatorial election

Laurel Swanz, Assistant News/Features Editor October 22, 2023

With the gubernatorial election coming up in Kentucky, groups on campus are leading efforts to ensure students are educated about how to get involved in hopes of relieving the stress of yet another responsibility...

NAACP Director of Community Service Terra Yarbrough listens to a member give a presentation during “The Hidden Figures Among Us” general body meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2023, at Whitehall Classroom Building in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Carter Skaggs | Staff

NAACP discusses ‘hidden figures’ as part of Black History Month

Courtney Suber, Reporter February 8, 2023

UK’s National Association for the Advancement of Colored People chapter (NAACP) had their second meeting of the 2023 Spring term on Tuesday, Feb 7.  The meeting was held in White Hall Classroom building...

Marlon Wayans stands up on a stool while delivering a joke. Stand up comedian and actor Marlon Wayans preformed at the Singletary Center as Student Activities Board's spring comedian on Tuesday, March 19, 2019, in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Michael Clubb | Staff

Marlon Wayans of ‘White Chicks’ fame does comedy show at UK

Kamilah Williams March 19, 2019

Student Activities Board brought actor, film producer and comedian Marlon Wayans to campus Monday night. UK SAB announced on February 8 that the White Chicks comedian would be the spring comedian, and...

Left to Right (starting at the top)Trace Williams-Director of Community Service and Public Relations CoordinatorChandler Frierson- PresidentChadwick George- Secretary and Outreach DirectorBria Northington- Membership CoordinatorJada Phillips- Public Relations CoordinatorJaida Hampton- Former Vice President who is currently studying at the capitol

NAACP celebrates unity and promotes civic engagement

Kamilah Williams February 25, 2019

Black History Month is about appreciating the ethnic values of the African American history. The UK National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, also known as the NAACP, has accomplished...

Shades of Love will take place in Cats Den on Feb. 15 from 6 to 8 p.m.

‘Shades of Love’ promises unique Valentine experience for minority students

Alex Schroeder February 14, 2019

If you’re itching to show your pride for the Valentine’s Day season, Shades of Love has your back.“Shades of Love” is a Valentine’s Day event focused on love and friendliness within minority...

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