An Uncommon Path to a Physics Ph.D.
By Eliana Shapere
Aaron Jezghani is an inventor — although he wouldn’t call himself that. He is pursuing a Ph.D. in the UK College of Arts & Sciences in precision nuclear physics, focusing on neutron decay and is fascinated by the hands-on nature of experimental physics. Jezghani spends his days designing, building, and testing all types of equipment — everything from high-voltage instruments to computer data systems.
CESJ Workshop
The Center for Equality and Social Justice's “Policy Engagement Workshop,” was offered by Scholars Strategy Network with support from the William T. Grant Foundation. Scholars Strategy Network seeks to improve public policy and strengthen democracy by connecting scholars and their research to policymakers, citizens associations, and the media. The “Policy Engagement Workshop” was a full day of training, including breakfast and lunch. The workshop accommodated around 50 participants for this interactive training.
Lyman T. Johnson Awards Announced
By Meredith Weber
Awards and an endowed scholarship fund announcement highlighted the 28th annual Lyman T. Johnson Torch of Excellence Awards Dinner on Friday, Oct. 19, at the Woodford Reserve Club at Kroger Field.
The University of Kentucky Alumni Association Lyman T. Johnson African American Alumni Group honored students and alumni during the awards ceremony as part of the 2018 Lyman T. Johnson Homecoming Celebration.