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Wall bids farewell to Cats, enters NBA Draft By Metz Camfield
UK freshman John Wall held a news conference Thursday to announce entering the NBA Draft.
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He can’t do his laundry and he can’t cook, but John Wall is likely to be the No. 1 pick in this summer’s NBA Draft. The electric 6-foot-4 guard from Raleigh, N.C., held a news conference Thursday morning to tell media and
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family members, including his mother, Frances Pulley, he will be entering the draft. “(UK head coach John Calipari) told me I had a chance ... it was just going to take a lot of hard work and dedication, and that’s the type of person I am,” Wall said. “I always want to work hard, stay humble and hungry, and I came in and did what I was
supposed to this year.” Expectations for Wall varied from person to person since he signed with the Cats in May of 2009. Wall arrived in Lexington as the premier player in a recruiting class many experts perceived as one of the best of all time. His ball handling, vision and speed were attributes that had the Big Blue Nation
dropping their collective jaws, and after one dance at Big Blue Madness in mid-October, the legend was born. As the season progressed, the John Wall Dance swept the globe. Drinks at local bars were even named after the freshman phenom. “I knew a lot of expectaSee Wall on page 4
U.S. scores ‘C’ in math education By Garrett Wymer gwymer@kykernel.com
The future of American mathematics education is falling behind, according to a recent study. Research shows that future math teachers in America scored an average of a C on a test of their math skills compared with other countries, according to the April 14 New York Times article, “U.S. Falls Short in Measure of Future Math Teachers.” Two tests, one for college students preparing to be elementary school math teachers and one for those preparing to teach middle school math, were given in a total of 16 countries, including the U.S. Germany, Singapore and Taiwan, were among the countries that outscored the U.S. in the test. UK mathematics outreach professor David Royster said the results of the study were not as bad as they seemed, but not exactly encouraging either. “The fact that the United States is in the middle of the pack in both elementary and middle school is somewhat better than earlier studies might have indicated,” Royster said. “It is not where we should be, though.” See Math on page 2
Black Voices to sing in praise Sunday By Richard Symons news@kykernel.com
Students may hear a joyful noise resonating from Memorial Hall this weekend as one campus group takes the stage to spread their message. The UK Black Voices Gospel Choir will be hosting its annual spring concert on Sunday at 4 p.m. in Memorial Hall. Admission into the concert will be a canned good, although monetary donations will be accepted. Janelle Gilmer, a Black Voices member, said this year the concert will focus on breaking down the ego and put the spotlight on worshipping as a group. “This year our theme is ‘Breaking the Spirit of Competition,’ “ Gilmer said. “Often times we find ourselves trying to outdo one another in almost every aspect of life. Everyone wants to be the best at what they do. However, See Gospel on page 2
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Senior Air Force Cadet Curt De Jaco and his sister, freshman Air Force Cadet Brittney De Jaco, pose for a portrait on Central Campus on April 14.
ROTC: A family tradition By Tara Bilby news@kykernel.com
The desire to soar to great heights in life has led generations of the De Jaco family to enter the Air Force. From fighting in World War II and in Desert Storm, the next generation of De Jacos are following in their family’s footsteps, and are doing so at UK. Families often share stories of the difficulties of living in times of war. For finance senior Curt De Jaco and his sister Brittney, a chemistry freshman, those stories made an impact and shaped their lives in a significant way. Curt and Brittney grew up hearing stories about how their father was protecting their freedom and keeping the country safe. The two De Jaco siblings are in UK’s Air Force ROTC; their parents were in the program at the University of Cincinnati from 1979 through 1983. Curt said his father played a major role in his decision to join the ROTC program at UK.
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Martin De Jaco and his wife Donae De Jaco stand with their children, Curt and Brittney, at the Military Ball on April 9. “I wanted to fly in the Air Force because my grandpa and dad did it,” he said. “It means a lot to have this tradition in my family and follow in their footsteps. We are a proud military family with national pride.” Curt always wanted to fly in the
Air Force. Growing up in a military family showed him that the ROTC was a good way to start a military career, he said. Brittney said she gained interest in the program once her brother entered and she saw how rewarding it was.
“I hadn’t thought of joining ROTC until my junior or senior year of high school when I kept hearing my brother talk about it,” she said. “I have a deep respect for the Air Force because my family is so closely tied to it.” Brittney and Curt’s father, Martin De Jaco, flew a KC-135 in Desert Storm and spent eight years of his life in the Air Force. One thing he learned from the ROTC program was how to work as a team, not only in his professional life, but in his personal life as well. “As a family of six, we work as a team and back each other up,” he said. Curt lived on military bases growing up and his father hasn’t remembered a time when Curt didn’t want to join the Air Force. “I guess when you wake up and see air lines flying over your head every single day, it’s the thing to do,” Martin said. While Martin is proud of his See ROTC on page 2
Spring concert showcases Theatre department original choreography offers relaxing alternative By Hope Smith hsmith@kykernel.com
When attending a play, most theaters prefer ties and fancy dresses on their audience members. But UK’s Guignol Theatre invites theater-goers to dress down, throw on their most comfortable pajamas and enjoy the show this weekend. “The Pajama Game,” the Department of Theatre’s most recent production, is about to make sides burst and eyes tear up for the second weekend in a row. The show, which is based on the 1950s Broadway production of the same name, is meant to provide amusement and provoke laughter. “It’s a fun, bright, splashy musical,” said Nancy Jones, Department of The-
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If you go What: The Pajama Game When: Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m. Where: Guignol Theatre Admission: Tickets are $5 for students, $10 for faculty and staff, and $15 for the general public atre chairwoman. In this production, set in the 1950s, factory workers are going on strike in an effort to gain a seven-and-a-halfcent raise. The workers are pitted against the supervisors, and there’s also a growing love interest between a feSee Pajama on page 2
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The UK Dance Ensemble dances to the beat of its own drum — in an almost literal sense, considering the members choreograph the majority of their routines. This weekend students will have a chance to witness these routines at the UKDE Spring Concert. The Dance Ensemble is a student organization designed to give students the opportunity to explore different dance styles, improve technique, present choreography and perform. UK and BCTC students are eligible to join, and members are from all
If you go What: UK Dance Ensemble Spring Concert When: Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Where: Singletary Center Admission: $10 for students, seniors and UK faculty and staff, $12 adults, $3 children majors and years in school are accepted, according to the Dance Ensemble website. The Dance Ensemble had its first concert in the spring of See Dance on page 2
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Students should continue to give back after graduation KERNEL EDITORIAL
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In the past week, it seems as if the university has come together to help the community of Lexington through a variety of philanthropy events. Whether it is Splashball, the Krispy Kreme Habitat for Humanity 5K run, Kappasta or Blacklight Volleyball, students have come out to support Lexington in fun and exciting ways. The variety of philanthropic events are a great reflection on this university. It shows the city of Lexington there are students who care and are willing to give back. While it’s commendable to see so many students combining fun and giving back, it’s a good time to remind students that philanthropy shouldn’t be just be a one-time event — giving back shouldn’t have an expiration date.
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‘Fair Game’ for moviegoers LOS ANGELES — Almost every year in the weeks leading up to Cannes, there’s a big, star-driven movie in need of a distributor that plays for buyers in Los Angeles in the hope of scoring a deal (last year it was the Terry Gilliam/Heath Ledger fantasy “The Imaginarium of Dr. Parnassus”). There are few things tougher than a celebrity-laden film coming into Cannes without a studio backer; the film doesn’t get the same publicity muscle, and the anxiety that comes with putting a film’s fate in the hands of a fickle festival audience can be a little tough for producers to bear. This year’s candidate is “Fair Game,” in which Sean Penn plays former Bush administration attache Joseph Wilson, who, after writing an op-ed piece critical of the Bush administration, found his wife Valerie Plame (Naomi Watts) outed as a CIA agent. The movie takes director Doug Liman in a more serious direction than he’s been taken in nearly of his any other films (“The Bourne Identity,” “Mr. and Mrs. Smith,” etc.). Tuesday night, CAA, which is selling domestic rights — and also packaged, located financing for and represents almost everyone associated with the movie (including Wilson and Plame) — hosted a screening for buyers. Top executives from nearly every major specialty division and mini-major turned out (Harvey Weinstein was among those in attendance, for a movie that could well be a kind of awards-y picture he specialized in back in the day), along with representatives from a few studios. Several distributors are said to be interested, and there
could well be a deal in place before the film masses descend on the south of France. We talked to a number of buyers who were at the screening, nearly all of whom agreed the movie was well made but also came with distinct marketing challenges. Given its political themes, it’s the kind of film that will go over like gangbusters in Cannes, they said, but its larger audience remains a question mark. Some buyers pointed out that Liman’s movie could face some of the same questions that Oliver Stone’s “W.” did in 2008 — namely, do audiences want to relive a difficult chapter in American history, one in which much of the public felt misled? That’s especially true here given that Sean Penn isn’t inhabiting the kind of transformative role he did with, say, Harvey Milk, but instead one who talks earnestly about the absence of WMD and sounds a lot like, well, Sean Penn. Buyers tend to talk down a film’s commercial prospects after a distributor screening because they don’t want to work up the price. Still, there are reasons to take their concerns seriously. “Green Zone,” a movie with a less polarizing star in Matt Damon and more of a thriller/ action conceit, was a box-office flop for a big studio. Then again, at the right price, and with a campaign built around awards and critical praise, “Fair Game” could find its niche. And not just among the French. MCT
Students should continue to volunteer and give time not only while in college, but after the cap and gown have collected dust in the corner of the closet. Hopefully, as UK students go out into the world and leave campus, they’ll carry their philanthropic ways with them, be it out into the Lexington community or outside the Commonwealth. Wouldn’t that be the best reflection of all? To take these philanthropic values taught in the classroom, in your community and Greek life out into the world? Giving back thousands of dollars and volunteer time shouldn’t just be a requirement fulfilled begrudgingly on a Saturday morning, but rather a fulfilment to your community that’s given so much to you. Philanthropy will always be a staple of this campus. Let’s ensure that, upon graduating, it continues on throughout every UK student’s life.
Go Green. Recycle this Kernel. Horoscope To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging. Aries (March 21-April 19) — Today is a 6 — Dredge up enthusiasm. Others need extra support, and your imagination offers just the right touch. Ultimately, the solution includes both compassion and surprise. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is an 8 — Your attention follows two separate tracks. You want to take care of favorite associates, but you also wish for public acknowledgment of your ideas. Gemini (May 21-June 21) — Today is a 5 — Today, it’s all about adapting to the demands of people who might as well be from another planet. Act like you care. Maybe you should. Cancer (June 22-July 22) — Today is a 6 — If you get anything done today, consider it progress. For everything else, make notes
and start again tomorrow. Just keep whittling away. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is a 6 — Handle a personal matter as early as possible. Arrive at professional appointments on time. Take a book or some work with you in case of delays. Go with the flow. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is a 7 — Co-workers want to take off early and go play. You still have important work to complete and not much choice in the matter. Tell them they can go, but they owe you. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Today is an 8 — You can get a heap of work done today if you adjust your focus by five degrees or less. Others are willing to help, but only if you state your wishes clearly. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is a 5 — Choose your own luck. Others demand to have their way, and you can help them if you stay focused on the goal. Grease
the wheels with diplomacy. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is an 8 — A window of opportunity opens. You can see practical potential, and you want to go for it. Narrow the scope a bit and take a smaller bite. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is a 5 — You come to a crossroad where you must choose between facing responsibility and going for a lucky break. Once you’ve made the decision, go for it. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is a 5 — A window opens to provide breathing space as you reconsider hasty action in recent days. Shift into lower gear and enjoy the company. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Today is a 5 — You run the gauntlet today between pleasing others and satisfying yourself. Hint: Take care of others first and reserve time for yourself. (C) 2010 MCT
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MATH Continued from page 1 Some think the results do not accurately represent all those preparing to teach math, such as Margaret MohrSchroeder, UK assistant professor in mathematics education. “I think mathematics teachers in the U.S. are much better prepared than what the general public think,” MohrSchroeder said. The study found that only 50 to 60 percent of American middle school math teachers took linear algebra or calculus courses, compared to 80 to 100 percent in the countries that scored highest. Mohr-Schroeder said it was interesting to do international comparisons, but they are often unreliable. “I sometimes think people take it out of context, though, because when you compare internationally, you are often comparing apples and oranges,” she said. “It is difficult to come up with solid conclusions when you compare apples and oranges.” UK students who are preparing to teach elementary and middle school math are no different than those in other parts of the country in terms of the math courses they take, Royster said. As the times change, however, teachers must be willing to add to their math knowledge, and UK’s math education program must adapt as well, Mohr-Schroeder said. “With our continuous assessment system and our program faculties, we are constantly updating and changing
PAJAMA Continued from page 1 male worker and a male supervisor. Jones calls it a “corny story,” but said the audiences still love it. “It has a nice, jazzy feel to it,” said Jim Trujillo, a theatre senior and the male lead.
Required courses For future elementary school teachers, required courses include: Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I and II, Geometry for Middle School Teachers and Teaching Mathematics in Elementary School. For future middle school math teachers, required courses include: Elementary Calculus and its Applications, Mathematical Problem-Solving for Teachers, Finite Mathematics and its Applications, and Geometry for Middle School Teachers, among other courses. our programs to better prepare our future teachers, to meet the needs of the school districts, and most importantly, to meet the needs of the students in the classrooms,” she said. The Department of Mathematics, College of Education and Department of Curriculum and Instruction have partnered together and now offer a geometry course and a problem-solving course that specifically target future middle school math teachers. The two courses were created to provide “the best possible pathway” for these teachers, Royster said. “This is no different from any other profession, such as an attorney or a doctor, whom we expect as a society to keep up-to-date on the latest knowledge in their area,” he said. “The teachers of today must know more than their counterparts from years past. “We have to do a better job of preparing our teachers to teach our future students.” “You’ll walk away humming and singing the songs.” Though the original performance took place more than 50 years ago, the play’s themes and jokes still ring true, Jones said. With tuition hikes, tax increases and unemployment, audiences today can find it easy to relate to the characters and their cause in
ROTC Continued from page 1 children’s decisions to join ROTC, he said he didn’t push the idea on his kids. “I told Curt to really think about what he was doing, what it is going to be like in the military,” he said. “I told the kids it was a decision they would have to
GOSPEL Continued from page 1 when it comes to worshipping Jesus Christ, a competition on who can sing the best, who can worship the best is unwarranted and gets in the way of celebrating all of the goodness that God has shown us.” The Black Voices Gospel Choir was founded in 1970, Gilmer said, when a small group of African-American students came together based
make ... it’s an entirely different way of life that requires a lot of self-control and commitment.” Martin’s wife, Donae De Jaco, graduated from Cincinatti and the ROTC program there in 1983, and while she didn’t join the Air Force, she said it is still a large part of her life. “When you marry someone in the Air Force, you’re in the Air Force,” Donae said.
Brittney would like to be a nurse in the Air Force and is considering being a pilot, but is keeping all of her options open. Curt is graduating this semester, and on May 18 will enter active duty in the Air Force and will be training for more than a year to become a pilot. Martin De Jaco said visits to UK’s campus bring him memories and a surge of
pride when he sees what his children are accomplishing. “When I go to campus and I’m around all of the ROTC kids, I couldn’t be more proud,” Martin said. “They have a real goal and purpose in life ... I told my son this will be the proudest thing you do in life. In your 40s and 50s, you look back and you see what you’re most proud of it, and for me the military is definitely it.”
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UK student organization. Students that join UK Black Voices receive academic credit for class participation, while continuing to carry on a tradition of promoting good will through music. “Basically, the students in our choir all have one thing in common — we love God and we love to share and express this through gospel music,” Gilmer said. The purpose and mission of the UK Black Voices Gospel Choir is to be an outlet for students to express
themselves through gospel music and to act positively as a means of public relations toward recruitment for the university, said Black Voices Gospel Choir Vice President Angel Jackson. “Although we are the main attraction for the concert, this year we have asked special guests to perform at our concert,” Jackson said. “In attendance will be K-State’s Gospel Ensemble as well as Anointed Praise from Consolidated Baptist Church and many more.”
What: Black Voices Gospel Choir concert When: Sunday at 4 p.m. Where: Memorial Hall. Admission: One canned good or monetary donation on their mutual love of gospel music. After meeting over several months, the idea was proposed to formally organize as a gospel choir and to seek official recognition as a
DANCE Continued from page 1 1986, and has been performing ever since. Although the dance minor at UK has been suspended, UKDE adviser Rayma Beal hopes the members continue to dance through the student organization and showcase their talent to the university. “If (Dance Ensemble) members continue to show ability in all styles of dance, then they shouldn’t be affected by the cut,” Beal said. Beal said if the dancers are multifaceted enough to show they are capable of being trained in a variety of “The Pajama Game.” “The show is still very contemporary … very pertinent to today’s economic situation,” Jones said. This is the first time UK has produced this show, and Jones said the cast members have been doing a great job. The department wanted to do something fun while helping others at the same
dance forms, then they shouldn’t have anything to worry about in regards to pursuing dance after college, something UKDE encourages. The organization requires auditions for members to prove a strong ability in dance and a desire to be a part of it. The Dance Ensemble uses many styles, and the dancers come from different dance backgrounds including modern, ballet, jazz, tap or a variety of other styles. One routine that will be featured at the concert symbolizes life’s burdens and being dragged down by life’s obstacles. Every dance focuses on a specific idea and has a meaning behind it. UKDE publicist Audra Flanagan said being a member of Dance Ensem-
time. Not only can show attendees enjoy lounging around in their pajamas during the show, but they can also provide sleepwear for children in need. The Department of Theatre has teamed up with the local chapter of the Pajama Program, which distributes new pajamas and new books
ble was a life-changing experience. “Getting to be apart of Dance Ensemble, and getting to choreograph my own dances, has changed my direction in life,” Flanagan said. “I plan on owning my own studio or doing something with choreography after college.” Because the option to declare a dance minor is no longer available, management freshman Katelyn Banks said Dance Ensemble is an important outlet on campus for dancers to express their talents and do what they love to do. “Since the dance minor is being cut, it is especially important to show what dance can offer to students as well as the entire community,” Banks said. “It has an impact on all of those who experience it.”
to children in foster care, shelters and similar living situations. New pajamas and books for children ages 5 to 12 will be collected at each show for the program, and monetary donations will be accepted as well. The first 10 people to bring pajamas or books to the show will be admitted at no cost.
Jones said the Pajama Program’s goal is to collect pajamas and books for at least 500 children, and the donation will be well worth the entertainment the show promises. “We have been entertaining a captured house, and I guarantee it will make you forget about text messaging for a while,” Jones said.
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Luxury condo at Campus View,3br, 2bath, all appliances incl. w/d. Completely renovated. 3 parking passes. Available now. Rent $999 per month., Call Patrick 502-460-1048. 3 bedroom units starting at $389 per person, www.myukapt.com or call 859-252-4656. 3 Bed/2 Bath Condo. Walking distance to campus. Off street, visitor parking, W/D. $999/month plus utilities. Available August 8. 419-344-1246 3BR 2.5BA townhome. New paint. Centrally located. Convenient to campus, fayette mall, tates creek centre and public library. $850.00. 338-1717. 3BR 2BA, 250 Lexington Ave. Short walk to campus. All electric. No Pets! $1,140/mo. + utilities. 277-4680. 3 bedroom apts near campus. Dennis 983-0726 3BR 2BA Near Rupp Arena. Off street parking. $800 + Dep. 269-7878, 619-0913 3BR, 1BA HOUSE: W/D, off-st. parking, all elec. H2O pd. $975/mo. 859-351-9473 3BR, 1BA. 311 Linden Walk. $950/mo + utilities. MOVE-IN SPECIAL. ONE MONTHS RENT FREE! On-site parking & coin laundry. Call CMI Properties at 859-273-7389. Campus View Condo, 3br, 2ba, completely remodeled. All appliances including washer/dryer. Comes with 3 parking passes. Available now. Rent $999 month. Call 502-460-1048 3BR, 2.5BA: Luxury townhouse. Richmond Rd. Large BRs, custom kitchen, 2car garage, security systems, hardwood flooring, all elec. Appliance packages with w/d. $1100/mo. 859-288-5601. www.mprentals.com 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath townhouse off Red Mile for $1,000/month. Call David at 859-533-7575 for further information. 3 Bedroom house, walk to UK, with hot tub and deck, lots of interior space, comes with a 46” flat panel tv – call 255-4188 or www.wildcatproperties.com for our specials 3BR 2BA, New Home by campus. Huge rooms, awesome yard/deck. Ample parking, all appliances, all electric. Won’t Last. $325/month/person. 859-2294991 3BR 1BA, Gorgeous, Walk to UK. Lg rooms.W/D, dishwasher, Microwave, hardwood floors, off street parking. Electric HVAC. $936/mo. www.sbpark.info. 859-948-0205. 3BR - $975-1125/mo. W/D, hardwood floors, off-st. parking. 859-351-9473. 3BR, 2BA. WALK TO campus. $850/mo. Large master w/ Bath & walk-in closet, a/c, All appliances incl washer/dryer. Low util. No smoking/pets. 510-6087676, Greg 859-225-3334 x. 101
4Bedroom 4BR 2.5BA townhouse off Tates Creek. Washer/Dryer. $1,200/mo. 502-494-4598 FOR RENT: 4 BEDROOM/2 BATH HOUSE, WALK TO UK, VIRGINIA AVE AREA, UPDATED & BEAUTIFUL, OFF-STREET PARKING, WASHER/DRYER, $1550/MONTH, WATER PAID, JENNY 494-5624 OR jennyfinley@insightbb.com 4BR State St, Large front porch, parking, W/D, D/W. Avail 8/01. No Pets. $1950/mo. 859-333-8307.
Walk to campus. Newly renovated 3BR 2BA 1st Flr condo. New Paint, new carpet.,. Washer/Dryer included. $895.00/month. Short term available. 502593-7421. 3BR, 2BA. Walk to campus. W/D, d/w, elec. Util. Energy efficient, private parking. Going fast! Call Brian Erwin 859-492-5416. 3 BR (2 Keys apts.) Across from UK. Hardwood, laundry room, security, on-site mgmt. $1,200.00/month, includes all utilities. 859-230-3072 Luxury Heatherwood Town home, Chevy Chase (Near UK) 3 BR 3.5 Ba ,2054 sq ft, living, deck/loft, W/D, DW, 1 car garage 859-983-8377- $1300mo +dep
6 Bedroom 3 bath house. Walk to UK. Huge private enclosed back yard, lots of parking. All the amenities including a 46’ flat panel tv. Call 255-4188 or see www.wildcatproperties.comfor our specials. 1-7 Bedroom Listings NOW PRE-LEASING 1-4BR HOMES: Close to UK! Visit waynemichaelproperties.com or call 859-5131206
209 Conn Terr. 4BR 2BA, 2 Kitchens, 2 living rooms, 859-361-4811
3 OR 4BR TOWNHOMES: Off Sherrard Circle. Contact Sara at 859-621-3578
4 BR HOUSE, RENOVATED, refinished hardwood floors, updated kitchen and bath, central AC and heat, hook-ups, POOL TABLE, large deck, yard, AUGUST 1, $1395, PVHProperties@aol.com or 859396-9022. Avail Aug. Nice 4BR 2BA house. Walking distance to UK Medical Center. Off street parking. A/C, All Appliances. No Pets. $1,500.00 + Dep. 224 Forest Park Rd. 859-272-8568 4BR, 1BA, HW, d/w, off street parking, Water paid.. $1200/mo. 859-351-9473 4BR home. D/W, off street parking. 2 blocks to campus. H2O pd $1,150.00/month. 859-351-9473. 4 bedroom units starting at $389 per person, www.myukapt.com or call 859-252-4656. 4 Bedroom, 3 bath house with deck and covered porch, modern construction, huge bedrooms and great kitchen. Walk to UK, call 255-4188 or www.wildcatproperties.com for our specials. 4 BR/2 BA - 3/4 mi from campus; 2200 sq ft; W/D included; $1400/month + utilities; 468 Bob O Link Dr; large deck & basement; 1 year lease -July or Aug start. Call 502-649-0032. 4BR, 2BA. 311 Linden Walk. $1,100/mo + utilities. MOVE-IN SPECIAL. ONE MONTHS RENT FREE! Onsite parking & coin laundry. Call CMI Properties at 859-273-7389. 4BR 2BA, $1220/mo. + utilities. W/D, D/W. walk to UK. Off street parking. Avail 5/15. 948-0205 4BR 2 BA W/D, A/C. Woodland Ave $1400/mo. No Pets. Avail 6/01. 351-3370 4BR 2 BA W/D, A/C. Kentucky Ave $1200/mo. No Pets. Avail 8/01. 351-3370 4BR 2 BA W/D, A/C. Oldham Ave $1200/mo. No Pets. Avail 8/01. 351-3370
Historic Properties. 1,2,3,4BR units. UK, Downtown, Transy. Aug 1. Exposed brick, HW, charming. 859396-9022. Apt’s and parking spaces for May and Aug. 1 blk campus safe and patrolled .. Call 368-9775 between Noon and midnight, Great houses on campus. Walking distance. 1BR and up. Call now 859-433-0956 5-6 bedroom house available in May and August. Dennis 983-0726 www.sillsbrothers.com Summer Sublet: male apt, Royal Lexington, $409, until Aug. 5th. Dates Negotiable. Nick 206-323-7290 !!Waller Ave. 1& 2BR free internet/cable television. $465/565. 859-494-8075. www.wallerapts.com New, modern 1 & 2 BR condos available at CenterCourt, just 2 min. fr/UK. PARKING INCLUDED Call or text Carrie (859.333.6236) or Penny (859.312.7289). Townhouse 7-10 min from UK. 2 or 3 BR, 2.5Ba, garage, W/D. $900-1100/mo. 619-2877 1–2 Bedrooms – South Hill Station Lofts; 1 to 2 block to UK! Internet/Parking included. Contact Kelley for available offers at 859-225-3680 HARDIN PROPERTIES.NET now leasing Studios, 1,2BR apts. Also, three 4/5-BR Houses remaining for August. 509-2227 1 BLOCK FROM CAMPUS: 1 & 2BR, a/c , parking. $395 & up. 269-4129, 608-2751.
4 BR, w/d connections, central air, covered porch, basement, off-street parking, 1000/mo + utilities. 859.338.7005. 4 Bedrooms - 2 blocks to UK! Starting at $1,500.00. Pets, a/c, some w/d, 523-2363 or www.touchstonerentals.com Large 4 BR, 2.5 BA duplex w/garage, deck, W/D in unit, new carpet and paint. $1,000/mo + deposit. Move in after finals. 628 Big Bear Lane off Tates Creek Road. 278.0970. Quiet 4 BR, 2.5 BA unit with washer/dryer, garage, deck. Available now or for fall. 4 units available. Big Bear Lane off Tates Creek. $1,000/mo. 278.0970 4 BR, 3 BA, all electric. FP, 2 miles from campus. 2973 Candlelight, $900.00. 229-8515 4BR/2BA Cute House. 125 Westwood Dr. Electric Heat. 2 Kitchens, Large L,R, Clean, Nice! $360/ea. 509-2227. 4 BR 2 BA new homes by campus. Huge rooms, awesome yards/deck, ample parking, all appliances, all electric. Won’t Last. $325.00/person/month. 859-229-4991.
1,2,3,4,5,6 +7 BR Houses & 1BR Apts. Walking Distance to Uk. Visit our website for showing timer. www.wildcatproperties.com. Or call 859-255-4188. !!!Are you an upper classman or Grad Student? Are you looking for a house in a nice quiet neighborhood close to campus? Call 859-229-4991. NEWLY REMOLDED 2&3BR student condo’s along with 4 – 6BR houses. All appliances, W/D included. Please call 859-621-1339. 2-3-4 BR, 5-10 min to campus, Tates Creek area, garage/off street parking, avail. April-Aug., all electric, $699 – 875/mo. www.JMG123.com or call 859219-0184
BRAND NEW 4 BR: VERY ENERGY EFFICIENT. New & nearly new homes close to campus. 2 car garage, very, very nice. Showing daily. Call James McKee 859-221-7082. View at www.lexingtonhomeconsultants.com.
5 bedroom unit for $379 per person, www.myukapt.com or call 859-252-4656
3,2,1 BR 1 BA new homes by campus. Huge rooms, awesome yards/deck, ample parking, all appliances, all electric. Won’t Last. $300.00/person/month. 859-229-4991 3,4,5,6 BR Houses on campus. 859-433-2692. garymilcarek@aol.com
5 Bedroom, 3 bath houses walking distance to uk. Lots of amenities. Flat panel tv’s, hot tubs, sleeping lofts, lots of room. Call 255-4188 or www.wildcatproperties.com for our specials. 5BR TOWNHOME off Tates Creek Rd. Garage, w/d. $1375/mo. Avail. Fall or sooner. RRG. 859-312-5412 5BR Houses. Walk to campus. Front & Back porches. W/D. NICE! 859-539-5502. 5 Bedrooms - 2 blocks to UK! Starting at $1,875.00. Pets, a/c, w/d, 523-2363 or www.touchstonerentals.com 5 BR 3 BA new homes by campus. Huge rooms, awesome yards/deck, ample parking, all appliances, all electric. Won’t Last. $350.00/person/month. 859-229-4991. 6 Bedroom
Mystery Shop in Your Area. We have great assignments available at tanning salons, restaurants and more! We pay you. You never pay us. Join our team today! www.meshoppers.com. Are you looking for a career in pharmaceutical sales? If so, I am offering a paid sales intern position on campus to help grow biotech sales. This position is a part time position (15-20 hours per week) and hours are built around class schedule. Responsibilities would include day to day contact with customers and customer support type tasks. If you are interested, please submit your resume to me at SalesInternKy@gmail.com Seeking Female Student to care for two children over the summer. 5 days / week needed. Must have own transportation. Candidate must truly enjoy children and have the energy level, imagination and desire to keep summer fun! Willing to work around planned vacations / needed days off. Candidate will be asked to provide references and copy of transcript. Art & gymnastics a plus but not required. If interested please call 232-2703 or send emails to halcin@lexmark.com Merrick Inn now accepting applications for experienced bartenders. Walk – in applicants only Mon – Fri 1-4. Summer Camp Counselors various positions available including Lifeguards, Climbing Instructors, Arts & Crafts, and Target Sports. aneely@woodmen.org or 859.263.8656 Lexington Tennis Club. Now hiring PT front desk receptionist/bar. Must be 20 yrs old + 1 day. Email Joanne@ltctennis.com REAL ESTATE SALES – No previous real estate experience needed - seeking proven sales ability in any industry. Candidates with completed real estate courses or recently licensed are preferred. Hourly paid position, while you learn on the job. Hours are 1p-6p, three weekends per month. Send resume to Sharon@AndersonCommunities.com. LIFEGUARD – Louisville, southeastern side, for beautiful apartment community. Part-time to fulltime over summer. $9-11/hour. Requires certification. Contact Jeanne at JTurlington@AndersonCommunities.com Camp Counselors. Energetic and reliable students needed for summer science camps. Apply on-line at www.clubscientificbluegrass.com. Gymnastics/ Motor Skill Development Instructor. Are you an energetic, self-motivated individual seeking a fun and challenging opportunity working with children and teaching gymnastics classes? If so, you may be just the person we’re looking for! As a The Little Gym Instructor, your primary responsibility will be to teach great classes based on our proven curriculum and teaching methods. You will be working with a dynamic team of individuals who are committed to providing outstanding customer service and a Membership experience that is second to none! Send your résumé to tlglexingtoneastky@thelittlegym.com Camp Counselors. Male and female, needed for great overnight camps in the mountains of PA. Have a fun summer working with children in the outdoors. Teach/assist with A&C, media, music, outdoor rec, tennis, aquatics and much more. Office, Nanny, & Kitchen positions also available. Apply on-line at www.pineforestcamp.com. Lexington Country Club Staffing Full and Part Time Seasonal Positions. AM/PM shifts, Weekends, Holidays Required. Server, Busser, Snack Bar, Kitchen Staff, Summerhouse, Pro Shop and Pool Attendant. Competitive Wages and Flexible Schedules. Apply in Person Wed-Sat 1pm-4pm; 2550 Paris Pike, Lexington, KY 40511. No Phone Calls Please.
Seeking student interested in working with 14 yr old, high functioning PDD girl. Hours flexible July – early Aug. Hamburg area. Experience preferred. 914-9802880. THE MOON NIGHT CLUB now hiring for security and doorman. Call Wed & Thur. between 10am – 2pm. 335-6666 for interview appt Bar Lexington downtown now hiring for summer patio. Bartenders, security, bands, singers/songwriters and DJ’s. Go to www.barlexington.com, or call 859-523-7694. Earn $20/hr Teaching Physics or Chemistry in Lexington, KY. Nights/Weekends Email Resume to: info.columbus@review.com NO GREASY FRIES or funny hats. PT, apply in person. Re-Kid, Regency Center, Idle Hour Center KEENELAND is seeking applicants for part-time Seasonal Gift Shop Sales Associates to work during its Spring Meet April 2-23. Flexible hours. Please contact Kristi Barrett, Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., at 859-288.4190. RAMSEY’S DINER now hiring servers and cooks. Apply in person M-F 2-4pm. ! BARTENDING! UP TO $250 a day. No exp. Necessary. Training provided. 800-965-6520 x-132 Lifeguards and Pool Managers Needed. PPM is hiring for clubs and waterparks in Lex, Lou and Richmond. $8 – 15.00/hour. Email brad40965@aol.com for application. Summer Jobs – Labor. Local real estate company seeking summer help turning vacant apartments. Duties include trash-out, cleaning, basic repairs for drywall, painting, carpentry, plumbing, etc. Hourly wage $8-10/hour, depending on skill level. Opportunity for overtime, reliable transportation required. Contact Sharon@AndersonCommunities.com. Please provide a list of previous skills or experience and availability for summer. Seeking individual to stay with woman overnight. $8.00/hr. 859-309-0081
Personals Self Defense. Good exercise. Life long friendships. The UK Karate club accepting beginners Monday’s 6:30 - 8:30pm. Buell Armory. Email: uk.shao.lym@gmail.com. Call 421-4335 Adoption - loving, creative home awaits your baby through adoption. All NYC has to offer. Expenses paid. Call or email Ellen toll free: 888-868-8778. ellen@eeadoption.com.
Wanted ALCOHOL RESEARCH at the University of Kentucky. Health social drinkers between 21 to 35 years of age are needed for studies on the effects of alcohol on behavior. Participants will be financially compensated for their time. Movies, a hot meal, and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided after the study in a comfortable setting. Call 257-3137 for more information Research Opportunities for Users of Stimulants for Non-Medical Reasons. Researchers with the University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Department of Behavioral Science are conducting research to examine the effects of medications. All information will be kept confidential. You may be eligible if you: are between 18 and 50 years of age, are using stimulants for non-medical reasons (for example, Adderall®, Ritalin®, Amphetamine, or Ephedrine). Eligible volunteers will be paid for their participation. You may be reimbursed for travel. Studies involve completion of one to 46 testing ses-
PT administrative specialist needed at busy medical office. Must be available 20-25 hours/week through summer and fall. Must have excellent computer skills. $9.50/hr. Please fax resume to 859-264-0447 or drop off at 3475 Richmond RD, Ste 210.
Campus Houses for Rent. 228 & 230 Waller Ave. 5BR 2BA, Two story, living room, W/D, patio. All Ele. 1800 sq ft. new, along with others. Call Steven 859621-3313 Call Robbie 859-621-3312.
Huge 5 BR 4BA house on Waller Ave. Very large bathrooms, great location. 502-819-2883
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Help Wanted PT landscape maintenance, mowing, odd jobs for small farm residence. $9/hr. Contact 806-1000.
The Cellar (downstairs of Signature Club) Now Hiring for all positions. Apply in person Mon- Fri 9-5, 3256 Lansdowne Dr.
5 Bedroom
3BR, 2BA Condo. Walk to Campus. A/C. W/D. New Flooring. Avail Aug. $925/MO. Call 806-7292
3 Bedrooms - 2 blocks to UK! Starting at $1,080.00. Pets, a/c, some w/d, 523-2363 or www.touchstonerentals.com
6BR Houses. Walk to campus. Waller Ave area. Great Prices! 859-539-5502.
208 Conn Terr. 1 blk from Med Ctr. 4BR, 2BA. 859361-4811
3BR 2BA, $415/mo per person washer/dryer utilities included contact Lizz: 847-226-7522.
Immaculate 3 BR, W/D, DW, HW, Fenced yard, security system, all ele. Garage. Perfect for upperclassmen or graduate students. Available July, $990/mo. (502) 773-5070.
6 bedroom units starting at $375 per person, www.myukapt.com or call 859-252-4656
All size houses. 3,4,5,6 BR. Walk to campus. State, Waller, University Ave. area. Lease begins 08/01/2010. Won’t last! SIGN EARLY FOR BEST HOUSES.. Bob 859-539-5502. Near Campus: 4/5BR. Waller Ave., Lexington Ave. All appliances including w/d. Call Kevin 859-6193232, www.myUK4rent.com.
Day Camp Counselors needed for Swimming, Horseback Riding, Ropes, Art’s & Crafts. Email for information to: pepperhillkids@windstream.net, www.pepperhillkids.com. Free Rent/utilities + salary of $24,000/yr for live-in help for disabled practicing attorney. Afternoons off every week day. 502-819-2883. Summer help wanted. Prepping sales yearlings. 859-873-6777. Wanted Violin teacher for 10 yr old. Call Frank 859494-8080. JOIN LEX”S MOST EXCITING CHILDREN’S RECREATIONAL BUSINESS. Monkey Joe’s is looking for high energy, enthusiastic employees. Flexible hrs + good pay. Apply in person at 1850
sions depending on studies for which you may be eligible. Meals, snacks, movies, video games and reading materials will be provided. For more information and a confidential interview, please call 859257-5388 or 1-866-232-0038. VOLUNTEERS PAID TO Participate in multiple studies. Researchers at the University of Kentucky are recruiting participants diagnosed with ADHD and for studies concerning the effects of alcohol. Looking for M & F social drinkers between 21-35 years of age. All participants are compensated for their time. Please call 257-5794
Roommates Wanted
4/5BR 2BA House, 1430 Elizabeth St. New tile bathrooms, Big closets, sundeck, W/D, Nice! $350/ea. 509-2227.
Bryant Rd. Call 859-264-0405
Summer Special. 6 Bedroom Houses available May. Park Ave & Westwood. DW, W&D. Dennis 859-9830726
Now Hiring Baskin Robbins Richmond Rd. Must be avail night/weekends. 266-9305. 7.25/hr to start.
Female Roommate needed! Fully furnished with exception of bedroom! Very nice, safe area close to UK! Email if interested ukwildcat2011@yahoo.com
PT Yard & Garden work. Close to UK, Hourly wage. 269-0908
Brand New – Roommates wanted. 859-455-8208.
6 Br,, 5 Br., 3 Br, 2 Br walk to campus, off-street parking. Available Aug 2010. 859.338.7005 Summer Lease Available. New home by campus. Huge rooms, awesome yard/deck, ample parking, all appliances, all electric. Won’t Last. $310.00/person/month. 859-229-4991.
PT RECEPTIONIST NEEDED. Apply 860 S. Broadway.
ATOMIC CAFÉ NOW hiring servers & bussers. Apply in person. 265 N. Limestone. 10-4 Tues.-Sat. JENNY CRAIG has job opening for full time weight management consultant. Please call Leslie at 859269-2639
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Alberto Gonzalez plays a doubles match against Wake Forest at Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex on Jan. 31.
UK tennis in top 10, but still underdogs By Ethan Levine sports@kykernel.com
Last fall, Alabama and Florida led the way for the Southeastern Conference, holding the top two spots in the coaches’ poll almost the entire season. But the SEC’s depth doesn’t stop there. Louisiana State and UK are all ranked in the top 10, and they’ll all face off this weekend in Lexington for the conference tournament. “There is some great competition,” UK head coach Dennis
WALL Continued from page 1 tions would be set for me because of what type of player I was coming out of high school,” Wall said. “But I didn’t know all of it was going to be like it was, like a three-second dance and all the other things and so much expectations for this team. But I loved every second, every moment that we had at the University of Kentucky.” En route to setting UK freshman records in points, assists and free throws made, Wall earned Southeastern Conference Player of the Year honors and was named a first-team AllAmerican by the Associated Press. With recruiting season in full blast, Wall said he would
Emery said. “The SEC is the top conference in the country every year. The great thing is with the non-conference schedule we played, we saw eight top-10 teams this season, so we know what it looks like.” UK, despite being ranked No. 8 in the nation with a 23-7 record earned the fourth seed in the SEC Tournament. On Friday, the Cats will face the winner of the Ole Miss-South Carolina opening round matchup. If UK advances past the quarterfinals, it will likely face the toprecommend UK to any studentathlete still considering which school to go to. Meanwhile, Wall will move on, and take on the responsibilities of an adult drawing an NBA paycheck. During the season, Big Blue Nation found out Wall’s fear of needles, but it seems needles aren’t the only hindrance for the teenager. “I’m trying to still learn how to wash clothes and things like that,” Wall said. “And it ain’t working.” Wall, who wore a black suit with pinstripes and a purple tie to the news conference, said he wasn’t worried about what he was going to buy first with his money. “I have one suit, this is the only suit I got. I wear this to every press conference,” Wall said. “I’m just worried about getting my mom a house and car and
seeded Tennessee Volunteers, who finished the regular season 23-1, including a perfect 11-0 record in conference play. But UK is focusing on its first opponent. “We will have no problems with preparing for Ole Miss,” Emery said. “We beat them earlier this season for the first time since 2002. Ole Miss is one of the elite programs in the country and the players realize it. Unless we act like complete idiots, we should have no problems focusing on them.” The second-seeded Florida
just let her relax. Just show her that I care and love her so much for all the stuff she did for me.” Wall said he didn’t really care what team he was drafted by and didn’t have a favorite team, but he hoped UK fans would come out and support him. “I never thought college would be this fun for me,” Wall said. “I said I had fun in high school and AAU, but every time I sit back and watch a highlight video of this team this year, I sit back and I cry in my room because it’s so emotional. I never thought that this team would be this special, and the players and the coaching staff meant a lot to me. “I’m always going to be a Kentucky Wildcat for the rest of my life. Like I said, the fans and the people support us all year long. Why wouldn’t you want to come here?”
Gators (17-3, 9-1 SEC) and the third-seeded Georgia Bulldogs (176, 9-2 SEC) also pose big tests for the Cats. This season, UK was a perfect 8-0 in conference against teams behind it in the conference standings. But against the top three teams in the conference, Tennessee, Florida and Georgia, the Cats could not manage a single win. “We were five-all, love-30 against Florida and had four match points against Georgia,” Emery said. “So we were two points away from
being 10-1 in the conference. We are trying to continue to get better. The way we beat those teams this time is to be a little better at the end of matches.” But the SEC Tournament gives the Cats a chance at redemption, and a chance to gain some revenge after those close matches earlier in the year. “Our guys really like each other, and really like playing together,” Emery said. “The camaraderie our guys have means a lot at the end of the year.”
Star junior Teague picks Cats over Cards One point guard leaves, another Evans, the favorite to be the 2010 commits. NBA Rookie of the Year, and Wall, On the same day John Wall formal- who will likely be the top pick in this ly announced his intentions to summer’s draft. Calipari has enter the 2010 NBA Draft, class also landed a National Letter of 2011 point guard Marquis of Intent from the class of Teague gave UK head coach 2010’s No. 1 player, Brandon John Calipari a verbal commitKnight. ment. Teague, a 6-foot-2 guard Teague is regarded by Rifrom Indianapolis, picked UK vals.com as the No. 2 player in over the University of Teague the country and the top point Louisville. guard. Teague, the brother of The Cats now have verbal the Atlanta Hawks’ Jeff Teague, is yet commitments from the top two another highly-ranked point guard to prospects in the class of 2011, having commit to Calipari. already received a verbal commitment Calipari has now coached in suc- from Michael Gilchrist on April 14. cession, Derrick Rose, the NBA’s — METZ CAMFIELD 2009 Rookie of the Year, Tyreke