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Standing in Solidarity with the Asian American Community

Mar 5, 2021, 9:00 AM

COVID-19 has brought to light many things throughout the past year — the importance of health and safety, taking care of yourself and loved ones and trusting in science and technology. It’s also highlighted the prevalence of anti-Asian racism.

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UK Celebrates Women’s History Month

Mar 5, 2021, 8:33 AM

“This institution has an impressive history of women leaders who have shaped our identity as Kentucky’s university,” said UK President Eli Capilouto. “As we celebrate Women’s History Month in March, I am humbled by the stories of these women and equally proud of those who serve at UK today.” 

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Innovative Doctorate Focuses on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Leadership Development

Mar 3, 2021, 12:58 PM

This Ph.D. strand will focus on the latest strategies for working within complex institutions, applying innovative approaches to ensure everyone has an opportunity to succeed,” said Kelly Bradley, professor and chair, Department of Educational Policy Studies and Evaluation.

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UK to Present Lecture on American Xenophobia

Mar 1, 2021, 8:11 PM

The College of Arts and Sciences Passport to the World initiative will explore the topic of xenophobia with a lecture by historian and award-winning author Erika Lee. The free public talk, “Immigrants Out: The History of American Xenophobia,” will be presented 4 p.m. Thursday, March 4, via Zoom. 

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Commonwealth Institute for Black Studies Launches With Address by Henry Louis Gates Jr.

Mar 1, 2021, 5:12 PM

“An Evening with Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr.” will take place 7-8 p.m. Wednesday, March 3, on Zoom. The event is free and open to the UK community and the public, though advanced registration is required. “His work is paramount to understanding the importance of history and Black studies," said George Wright.

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UK Black Women’s Conference to Explore ‘Literature, Digital Media and the Afrofuture’

Feb 26, 2021, 10:20 AM

The conference will focus on critics, creators and consumers of textual and digital media, including video games, and will feature discussions on representations of race, gender and sexuality in 21st century media.

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UK Education Professor Gregory Vincent's Initiative With NAACP Creates New Opportunities to Pursue Equity, Access

Feb 23, 2021, 11:10 AM

University faculty and NAACP leaders collaboratively developed an education and research initiative focused on educational equity, civil rights, and social justice. Together, they are addressing racial inequities plaguing the U.S. education system.

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Gaines Center’s Clark Lectureship to Explore Impact Symbols of Slavery Still Have Today

Feb 23, 2021, 10:27 AM

Araujo explores how memory of slavery is racialized and gendered. She shows that calls to take down Confederate monuments and pro-slavery statues are more than just attempts to come to terms with the past.

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Q&A: UK HealthCare Chief Diversity Officer Tukea Talbert

Feb 23, 2021, 9:36 AM

“The time is now for us to make bold changes and sustainable actions in this space to impact not just our workforce, which is very key, but also the people that we care for every day from all walks of life,” said Talbert.

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Partnership With UK, State, Local and Community Members to Address Access, Equity Issues With Vaccines

Feb 18, 2021, 9:53 AM

The equity and access initiative was announced last week by Gov. Andy Beshear. It is in response to obstacles that have prevented individuals with access and equity issues from receiving the vaccine.

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