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James B. Beam Institute Partners With Vendome Copper and Brass Works to Enhance Teaching and Research Mission

Mar 16, 2021, 8:27 AM

The distillation industry is an important part of Kentucky’s economy, and the Beam Institute is training students to enter distillation, wine and brewing careers. “We are grateful for this contribution from Vendome,” said Brad Berron, director of research for the Beam Institute.

Appalachian Center, Lewis Honors College to Host Screening, Discussion of ‘Lillian Smith: Breaking the Silence’

Mar 15, 2021, 8:46 AM

“We are so delighted to bring ‘Breaking the Silence: Lillian Smith’ to the UK community,” said Kathryn Engle. “Her life and works crosscut the fields of Appalachian studies, gender and women's studies, queer studies, education, Southern studies, literature, civil rights history, and African American studies.

How UK Senior Savannah Lewis is Changing the Face of Engineering

Mar 15, 2021, 8:31 AM

As the first person in her family to pursue a bachelor’s degree and study engineering, Savannah Lewis describes the feeling as daunting yet rewarding. “Knowing that I’m helping this profession become more diverse, by increasing representation, makes me extremely proud.”

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UK Law Breonna Taylor Symposium Videos Now Available Online

Mar 12, 2021, 10:34 AM

The J. David Rosenberg College of Law hosted a day-long symposium on Breonna Taylor on October 23, 2020. The panels probed the legal issues surrounding the criminal charges and defenses, search warrant inconsistencies, damages awarded to the family, the federal investigation, and the impact of race on policing.

UK Bourbon Industry Conference Explores Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Spirits’ Sector

Mar 12, 2021, 9:20 AM

Gathan Borden said that 2020 brought increased pressure for accountability by the affinity groups of the bourbon industry. “We are now seeing brands start to be more vocal and visible in their work support of diversity, equity and inclusion efforts."

Spotlight: DeShana Collett, Member of DEI Leadership Team

Mar 12, 2021, 9:11 AM

"Dr. Collett serves in many roles as vice chair of the university senate, a valued member on the DEI Leadership Team, a skilled teacher, an accreditation specialist and a practicing clinician. I was fortunate to learn many things from her during our conversation," said George Wright.

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UK College of Education Shares Ways to Help Students Process Racial Trauma

Mar 12, 2021, 8:47 AM

“It is important for schools to embrace students during painful events, to acknowledge their potential pain and stress and provide ways to help process traumas,” said Gregory Vincent, a professor in the UK College of Education Department of Educational Policy Studies and Evaluation.

The Anniversary of Breonna Taylor’s Death: Questions for Campus, Community

Mar 12, 2021, 8:30 AM

Breonna Taylor’s death sparked a year of social unrest, deep questioning about the depths of systemic racism, and potential and actual policy reforms, designed to hasten change on campus, in the Commonwealth and across the country.

Q&A: One Year of COVID-19 from Human Behavior & Epidemiology Perspectives

Mar 11, 2021, 8:21 AM

UKNow sat down with University of Kentucky College of Public Health Dean Donna Arnett and Marc Kiviniemi, chair of the Department of Health, Behavior & Society in the College of Public Health, to get some answers on how COVID-19 will affect us moving forward.

'Behind the Blue': Peering Deep Into Our Universe With Gary Ferland

Mar 8, 2021, 1:01 PM

On this episode of "Behind the Blue," UK Public Relations and Strategic Communications’ Carl Nathe talks with Ferland about his life, his career, and why he loves working with students.

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