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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.

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.

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.” 

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.

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.

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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