Book Chronicles Impact of the 'Kentucky Marine'
A new book published by the University Press of Kentucky revives the forgotten story of an exceptional Kentucky marine.
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Landslides: A Threat in Kentucky Too
Kentucky geologists say landslides, similar to Saturday morning's landslide in rural Washington, are common in the Commonwealth.
Exhibit Illuminates Appalachian Culture, Challenges Stereotypes
UK Special Collections is exploring the rich, diverse culture of Appalachia with its "Immigrants in the Coalfields" exhibit on display through April 4.
Merit Weekend 2014
The College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Kentucky offers the opportunity to work with renowned faculty in over forty varied departments. From Economics to Earth and Environmental Studies, A&S offers a hands-on educational experience, preparing you for a successful career after graduation.
Breathitt Lecture 2014: Evan Sweet, Slum or Settlement?
Breathitt Lecture 2014 Evan Sweet Slum or Settlement? Rewriting the Narrative of Urban Poverty with a Focus on Community Organizing and Autonomy in Oaxaca, Mexico.
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Lize Mogel, Counter-Cartographies: Mapping, Art, and the Political
The visit is organized by The New Mappings Collaboratory, as part of the Geography Department's Spring Colloquium series.
More Than 5,000 Sign Up for UKs Free Online Chemistry Prep Course
The "Advanced Chemistry" course, beginning Jan. 27, will be the university's first to use Coursera, a leading platform for MOOCs (massive open online courses). The non-credit course is designed to prepare incoming and current students for college-level chemistry classes, and to provide supplemental material for students already enrolled in chemistry classes for credit.
50 Years of the War on Poverty: Young Volunteers in Appalachia
Hosted by the University of Kentucky Appalachian Center University of Kentucky Centrer Theatre December 4th, 2013
This panel of historians and representatives of federal volunteer programs discuss 50 years of US War on Poverty investments in social change in Appalachia through youth service programs, from the Appalachian Volunteers in the 1069s to current Teach for America and VISTA volunteers.
