Shawn Cecil is an International Studies and English undergraduate student at UK. She studied abroad in Grenoble, France for the 2010-2011 academic year. In this interview, conducted by Cheyenne Hohman and Jonathan Beam, Cecil talks about her experiences abroad and plans for the future.
Mary L. Gray, author of "Out in the Country: Youth, Media, and Queer Visibility in Rural America," will speak at the University of Kentucky Appalachian Center on Friday, Jan. 27.
Ellen Riggle and Sharon Rostosky, professors at the University of Kentucky, have recently published a book that focuses on the positive themes in LGBTQ lives. The book, A Positive View of LGBTQ: Embracing Identity and Cultivating Well-Being, includes stories that people shared when asked the simple but novel question, “What is positive about having a lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer identity?” The answers focus on themes such as personal authenticity and insights, having stronger relationships with family and friends, flexibility in gender expression and roles, increased compassion for others, fighting for social justice, and a sense of community belonging. The book includes exercises to inspire readers to cultivate their own positive narratives and strengths.
The book signing will be held on Wednesday, February 22 from 6:30p.m. to 8:00p.m. at the Morris Book Shop, located at 882 East High Street, Lexington.
Refreshments provided by the Department of Gender and Women's Studies
The 18th Annual Breathitt Undergraduate Lecture In The Humanities entitled, "Memory And Hapticity: Why Architecture Must Depend Upon the Common Senses" will be given by Architecture senior and A&S Hive student designer Ainsley Wagoner on January 26th at 7p.m. at the W.T. Young Auditorium.
Thinking about law school? Dr. Melynda Price of the UK College of Law will be giving a talk in the lobby of Keeneland Hall as part of the Wired Coffee Chat series. Dr. Price's research focuses on race, gender and citizenship, the politics of punishments, and hte role of law in the politics of race and enthnicity. FREE coffee, hot chocolate, tea, & snacks!
Wednesday January 25, 4:00p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Chemistry professor Allan Butterfield featured on "UK At The Half" segment during men's basketball game against Georgia.
Allan Butterfield, professor of Chemistry and Director of the Center of Membrane Sciences, has been named a UK Alumni Association Endowed Professor. Butterfield's research tackles issues surrounding Alzheimer's Disease and related research areas in biological chemistry. Carl Nathe, host of UK at the Half, interviewed him for the radio program, which airs during each UK football game.
WHAT: Community Day of Writing at the Lexington Farmers Market
WHERE: Victorian Square
WHEN: Saturday, Feburary 11, 8:00a.m. - 1:00p.m.
Students in the UK College of Arts & Sciences will be recording oral histories and scanning photos, posters, and any other memorabilia from Lexington Farmers Market supporters. Drop by the atrium at Victorian Square between 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to share your memories or your memoriabilia with student oral historians. Help preserve the community's memories of the Lexington Farmers Market. For more information contact Professor Jenny Rice at jenny.rice@uky.edu
UK Chemistry Professor Folami T. Ladipo speaks about the various patents that chemistry research at UK has developed. His research focuses on the development of catalysts for industrial chemical transformations. A recently obtained patent covers new compounds that are stable at high temperatures.
The Hive is the College of Arts & Sciences' newly unified team of creative and technical services. This provides A&S with support for web and print media projects, public relations, and computing and informational services. This podcast features Sarah Condley, the Help Desk Manager for Arts and Sciences.
