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A student jumps over a puddle near White Hall Classroom Building on Monday. The rainfall this year has made 2011 the second-wettest year on record.
It’s raining, it’s pouring It might seem like rain boots and colorful umbrellas are the latest fashion trend on campus — but it turns out their ubiquity is for good reason. The National Weather Service had reported 63.14 inches of rain in Lexington this year as of noon Monday, making 2011 the secondwettest year on record. The wettest year was 1935,
when 65.76 total inches of rainfall was recorded in the city. And other Kentucky cities are feeling the downpour, too. 2011 broke Louisville’s wettest-year record, previously held by 2004. The new record puts River City at 65.46 inches of rainfall, up from 64.60 inches. Bowling Green, Ky., home of
Western Kentucky University, has 2011 down as its eighth-wettest year on record, with 60.58 inches so far. (Of all three cities, Bowling Green holds the highest record, at 75.56 inches in 1979.) Following an expected quarter or half inch of rain Monday night, a chance of drizzle is expected Tuesday, according to the weather
service, with a high near 43. A 20 percent chance of rain is expected Tuesday night and Wednesday, and weather is expected to be partly cloudy Wednesday evening. No rain is expected for the rest of the week, and highs will be in the 30s and 40s.
Will be the first university in Kentucky to offer the graduate degree news@kykernel.com
UK will be the first university in Kentucky to offer a graduate degree in music therapy in the School of Music. The Council of Postsecondary Education officially approved the program on Nov. 10, and students will be accepted starting in the spring of 2012. Lori Gooding, who is now the director of the music therapy master’s program, became involved with the development of the pro-
gram in 2010. “I started in July and started doing paperwork,” Gooding said. “The program still needed to go through the four stages of approval. Now we’re just waiting on the fourth, which will happen after students graduate.” The process for this program started in 2010 and the timing couldn’t have been any better, Gooding said. “We received a grant at the right time,” Gooding said. “The See MUSIC on page 2
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Lori Gooding works with Joshua Divens, a patient at Kentucky Children's Hospital, on April 18. UK will offer a graduate degree in music therapy.
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Two years ago, a UK CPR instructor saved a UNC fan’s life. Vicki Sageser, a part-time teacher in UK’s department of kinesiology, held a CPR certification celebration in honor of John “Toby” Tyler Monday afternoon in the William T. Young Library Auditorium. Sageser saved Tyler’s life the summer of 2009 while they were both on vacation in North Carolina. Tyler’s wife, Marty Tyler, yelled through the hotel hallways the morning of July 26, “Help, my husband is having a heart attack!” Sageser immediately started preforming CPR on Tyler. “I wasn’t really sure how long
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John Toby Tyler, a UNC fan, spoke Monday on how a UK instructor saved his life in 2009.
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On Monday morning, an ambulance was needed for a student in the Grehan Journalism Building, but when the Kernel staff attempted to call 911 from the office phones, they had a difficult time getting a hold of a dispatcher. One of the digital line cards in the UK Police Department had a problem, UK spokeswoman Kathy Johnson said in an email to the Kernel. She said she thought the card is a piece in the UKPD equipment that allows two-way calling. The problem was caused by a water leak in the UKPD office, which damaged phone equipment, Johnson said. She said the problem caused an intermittent one-way voice failure, meaning a 911 dispatcher could not hear the caller on the line. “Calls were still coming in,” Johnson said. The problem “was who could hear what.” Johnson said once UK communications was made aware of the problem, the department determined it was a channel card problem and Windstream was notified and came to fix the troubled card. “It’s basically like a circuit board,” said David G., facility technician for Windstream, “so if water starts getting on it, it can short.” David G. would not give his last name.
I was doing CPR,” Sageser said, “My adrenaline was pumping so much that I didn’t get tired. “ An emergency response team arrived on the scene 15 minutes after the initial 911 call. “They got here and shocked him four times and his heart got back into a rhythm and then took him to the hospital,” Sageser said. “I was very worried. The statistics show that every minute a victim goes with out an (Automatic External Defibrillator) shock, their chances of survival go down 10 percent.” Sageser received a phone call on July 28 that began with Tyler saying, “Hey Kentucky, it’s good to be alive.” “I owe my life to this little woman and her training, and her husband and his help,” Tyler
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said, Tyler stressed the importance of being CPR certified and staying clear minded when an emergency situation arises to the audience. “CPR is like a ball game— if you don’t practice it, if you don’t perfect it or if you don’t use it come crunch time, you’re not going to be able to do it,” Tyler said. “I think Vicki is the epitome of practice.” Tyler reached out to Segesar’s students to share the importance of being certified in CPR and renewing your certification. “With certification knowing how to do CPR you have the opportunity, if the chance ever arises, to step up and do something about it.” Nicholas Vogler, a kinesiology major, said.
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After starting college, many students face what is known as the Freshman 15 — the weight gain that is associated with a college lifestyle. But a new study shows students only have to fear the “Freshman Three.”
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Weight gain is individual. It’s not like everyone that comes to college is going to gain 15 pounds immediately” JILL KINDY University Health Services dietician
As American waistlines are growing, it is now estimated that college freshmen are gaining three pounds in their first year, according to research published in the Social Science Quarterly. The study concluded that most weight gain was from heavy alcohol consumption, which is defined as six or more drinks at least four days a month. “Weight gain is individual,” said See THREE on page 2
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THREE Continued from page 1 Jill Kindy, a University Health Service dietician. “It’s not like everyone that comes to college is going to gain 15 pounds immediately.” Students adjusting to college may find themselves looking for healthier options, which are available, Kindy said, one just has to find them. “UK’s portions seem to be really big, so it’s really easy to get a portion bigger than what you would normal-
MUSIC Continued from page 1 timing for this program was just perfect.” Cecilia Wang, a music education professor, said she is pleased that the program is coming to UK. Wang has been teaching at UK for more than 30 years, and she said music therapy has always been important to her. “Most people don’t know what music therapy is,” she said. “Ever since I started I wanted to have an opportunity to teach this.” Music therapy is using music to improve or maintain one’s health. It is commonly used in hospitals, mental or physical health facilities and even for rehabilitation pur-
ly eat,” Kirstie Piper, a human nutrition junior, said. However, other than the portion size, UK has healthy options for students, Piper said. About 5.2 million college students are obese, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. There is not just one factor responsible for weight gain upon starting college. “I feel most people tend to gain excessive weight due to an increased number of meals, buffets, making excuses and a general lack of exercise,” David Downing, a psychology senior, said. Piper credits the transition
to college as a cause of weight gain. “It’s hard to balance a lot of your new life that you’re taking on,” Piper said, “and dietary habits are one thing that tends to go out of wack.” However, not all freshmen face the issue of weight gain. “Rather than gaining 15, I lost 25,” Downing said. The secret to his weight loss was exercise and watching what he ate, he said. He advised freshmen to “make a point in your daily routine to do some exercise,” he said. “It really just boils down to time management
poses. It has proven to help patients with varying disorders or illnesses like depression, epilepsy and even heart disease. “Students will take courses in three different areas: music therapy, music and electives,” Gooding said. “The therapy classes will teach them various counseling techniques, the music classes will further their knowledge and the electives will provide some addition knowledge. Students will also do clinical work where they will see actual patients.” The program is not just for students with an undergraduate degree in music or music therapy, Gooding said. “There is also a master’s equivalency program,” Gooding said. “This means that a
student who doesn’t have an undergrad in music therapy can take classes to make up the credits they missed and do it in a shorter amount of time.” Shane Swezey, who works under Gooding, will begin his graduate studies when the program opens in the spring of 2012. “I am working as a therapist,” Swezey said. “I won’t be doing any teaching, other than supervising the equivalency students.” Swezey is currently a therapist at UK HealthCare and has an undergraduate degree in music therapy. The world of music therapy may be unknown to the rest of the universities in the nation, but UK will be one of the few who will become more informed.
Correction The Kernel’s Monday editorial incorrectly said the Student Government program Wildcat Interest Group was funded by student tuition. It is instead funded by the UK Alumni Association. The Kernel regrets the error. To report an error, call the Kentucky Kernel at 257-1915 or e-mail editor@kykernel.com.
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Madonna will perform at Super Bowl LOS ANGELES — It’s official: Madonna will perform during the Super Bowl XLVI halftime show on Feb. 5. The news was confirmed during NBC’s “Sunday Night Football” game between the Detroit Lions and New Orleans Saints. Rumors had been swirling for weeks that the Material Girl would hit the stage during football’s most epic game of the year. And the timing couldn't be more perfect the 53-yearold singer’s romantic drama “W.E.” just happens to be rolling out in theaters two days be-
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 9 — It's getting easier to step forward. Deep breathing defeats what's overwhelming. Besides, what you have to say is important. Tap another income source. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is an 8 — Your experience helps you avoid a mistake earlier in the day. Reject a farfetched scheme in favor of a practical solution. Give away something you don't need. Gemini (May 21-June 21) — Today is a 5 — You accomplish more in private. Defer to the budget, and stick tight to your list. There may be temptations! Pay the boring bills first. Consider travel and romance. Cancer (June 22-July 22) — Today is a 7 — When your standards get challenged, find support with friends to stand your
fore the game. And she is currently recording an album due for release next year. At this past February’s Super Bowl, the Black Eyed Peas performed, while the Who headlined the 2010 halftime show. The 2012 big game, which will air on NBC, is set to take place at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Madonna will team up with Cirque Du Soleil and Jamie King for the performance.
ground. You can also reconsider; do those standards still serve you? Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is a 9 — Your career gets a boost for the next couple of days. Important folks watch. Handle your responsibilities and thrive. Dream big, or it could get boring. Shoot for the moon. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is an 8 — You've got it all today. Conditions are good for travel and romance. There's been a philosophical shift. Make a change for the better. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Today is a 7 — Avoid distractions, and increase your productivity in private. Discover buried treasure. Get better organized, and handle a thorny obstacle. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is an 8 — A person who could assist you in getting your house in order is closer than you think. A great partnership can help you see things from a different perspective.
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Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is a 9 — Boost the action. Pay bills before you go shopping. Keep track of business expenses. Changes are happening in your career field. Read to stay current. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is an 8 — Love and creativity are all around you for the next two days. Complete a contract or other document. Investigate new options. Far horizons beckon. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is an 8 — Cutting corners could cost you. Clarify instructions before doing the work. Home and domesticity call to you, so get into decorating and coziness. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Today is a 9 — Take care not to double book. Reconfirm appointments, and call if you'll be late to dinner. It's easy to get lost in your research since it's so fascinating. MCT
and developing a healthier schedule.” While students don’t have regular access to personal cooking areas, it is still possible to eat on campus and be healthy, Kindy said. “All campus eateries offer healthy options,” Kindy said. Students should look for foods that are grilled, moderate portion size and vegetables, according to a healthy eating on campus guide. When eating on campus, students should only eat
when they are hungry and stop when they are full. Physical activity is also crucial to weight control. “Some students that may have been really active in high school don’t have a time set apart for physical activity,” Kindy said. Exercise can be integrated into a daily routine to help keep students motivated through KHP courses, which are classes offered at on-campus exercise facilities, or by setting aside time in their dai-
ly routine. “The Freshman 15 can be a real thing, but then again, it doesn’t have to be and it isn’t for everybody,” Kindy said. For nutrition consultation, students can contact Jill Kindy from University Health Services at 859-3235823 ext. 83261. Information regarding exercise and healthy habits is also available at the Underground and Johnson Center workout facilities.
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Program supports all students The Wildcat Interest Group is a program that has been created with three purposes: to provide a civic education for our students, to speak to elected officials on behalf of the students and to help provide assistance for students who wish MICAH to serve as ambassadors for FIELDEN UK while working with our Guest Commonwealth’s represencolumnist tatives in Washington D.C. The recent editorial piece displayed the Wildcat Interest Group in a light that is not correct or representative of the work being done. Two student leaders are traveling to D.C. thanks to the generous contribution of the Alumni Association. There, they will create networks with our alumni in the region so support structure can be created to help UK students who are working in D.C. for a summer or semester. These internship opportunities for UK students are important, but the group has been created to represent students’ opinions, even the opinions of those who choose to not get involved in the political process. From Pell Grants to federal funding, we work to support aid and favorable policies for our students even though this program is “not of interest to all students.” The Wildcat Interest Group is the cornerstone of what Vice President Nikki Hurt and I consider our responsibility as elected student representatives. We hope students will use this opportunity to get involved. If anyone has any questions on how to be considered for one of these internships in the future or wishes to support the Wildcat Interest Group’s initiative, please stop by the Student Government office in room 120 of the Student Center to learn more. Micah Fielden is a agriculture biotechnology senior and Student Government president. Email opinions@kykernel.com.
UK’s tobacco-free campus up in smoke There’s nothing quite like stepping outside of White Hall Classroom Building on UK’s campus on a brisk November morning and inhaling a breath of fresh toxins. Public smoking bans COREY are becoming the norm HORD nowadays, but what beContributing wilders me the most are columnist the clouds of smoke lingering around UK’s two-year tobacco-free campus. If you’re anticipating fresh air on campus, then you better hold your breath. Those of us who venture onto campus are almost certain to have some level of exposure to second-hand smoke. Nonsmokers shouldn’t have to tolerate the 7,000 chemical compounds that cigarettes expose them to, not to mention the stench. If you think second-hand smoke isn’t an issue, think again. Second-hand smoke is responsible for nearly 50,000 deaths each year in the U.S. alone. It can cause serious cardiovascular and respiratory diseases, including coronary heart disease and lung cancer, according to the American Cancer Society. And this is all happening involuntarily. It’s more than a mere annoyance. The hazards of breathing second-hand smoke are well documented, but some advocates for smoking argue that restricting smoking from certain areas is an infringement on personal liberty. This argument might find its ground in a form of ambiguous legislation, but the personal liberty of non-smokers often gets lost in the debate. Are 50,000 deaths each year not loud enough? Don’t I have the right to venture to my classes across campus without having to evade clouds of smoke in the process? Where do non-smokers fit into this equation? Legislation isn’t infringing on anyone’s right to smoke, only where they smoke. Each person has that right to smoke until it infringes on the non-smoker’s right to carcinogen-free air. The University of California, Irvine, and Queen’s University, Canada, partnered to examine the relationship between smoking bans and second-hand smoke exposure.
In the research study conducted from 2000 to 2008, it was discovered that second-hand smoke exposure declined from 23 to 11 percent, whereas public smoking bans accounted for more than seven percent of that reduction. What’s open to question is whether the smoking ban was implemented with any means of enforcement during the research period.
CHRISTOPHER EPLING, Kernel cartoonist UK’s Tobacco-Free Campus Initiative has made similar strides since its implementation in November 2009. However, a lack of enforcement across campus is generating an environment of blatant disregard for this university bylaw. Anthany Beatty, co-director of the Tobacco-Free Task Force, said no citations are issued to individuals for using tobacco products on campus. Instead, the university has implemented a compliance model to encourage everyone to conform to the tobacco-free policy. It’s a culture shift that motivates people to change their thoughts about tobacco products without the engagement of criminal consequences. But is a compliance model sufficient enough to shift the paradigm? A compliance model isn’t an adequate
response, to say the least. If UK Parking and Transportation Services implemented a “compliance model” to get everyone to conform to parking regulations, do you think that for a second people would comply? Absolutely not. They don’t comply when there are consequences; why on earth would they comply without them?At this point you might be thinking that pushing the agenda for a tobacco-free campus is of the least importance for the university. They have more significant issues that deserve the financial investments that are being designated for the Tobacco-Free Campus Initiative. And to a certain extent, you’re right. UK invested public funds in a week’s worth of events that commemorated the two-year anniversary of its tobacco-free campus that is nonexistent because of the lack of enforcement. Those are funds that could go to more pressing issues. On the other hand, the university must address the 50,000 deaths associated with second-hand smoke, especially when Kentucky is ranked highest in smoke-related deaths. If we’ve learned anything from history it’s that people learn lessons the hard way. That’s why the leaders of the TobaccoFree Campus Initiative must replace the compliance model for a policy with actual consequences. All universities across the U.S. are struggling to enforce tobacco-free policies, but that doesn’t mean UK can’t lead the way with an enforcement model that echoes across the nation. I’m fed up with taking alternate routes on campus to avoid the popular “smoking areas.” There’s no reason that I should be holding my breath for 30-plus seconds so that I can avoid the toxins of other people’s poor decision making. And I’m not alone. The university is far from being tobacco-free and certainly has little to show for the last two years of this so-called initiative. It’s time for directors Beatty and Ellen Hahn to quickly change that for future students. After all, it is their job to do so. Corey Hord is a journalism senior. Email opinions@kykernel.com.
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Instant classic could be final meeting in series AARON SMITH Kernel columnist
Almost immediately — no, just make that immediately — after UK and North Carolina finished playing each other, almost everyone — no, just make that everyone — was clamoring for a rematch. That game was one of the best college basketball has ever witnessed. An NBA scout told NBA.com’s Adam Zagoria it was the highestquality game he’s seen in his 25 years. So, of course, who doesn’t want that again in March, when it really, really matters? “Let's hope if we have to play them again,” UK head coach John Calipari said, “it is the very last game of the season, for both teams, in one place.” It would be a fitting end to a season if it happened. The two teams heralded as the clear-cut best two coming into the season fulfilling their promise. Will it happen? The NCAA Tournament is a fickle thing. But if the teams are as good as they looked Saturday, it’s a strong possibility. “We hope to be there to-
ward the end of the season in the tournament,” senior Darius Miller said, “and we’re pretty sure they will be.” But the UK-North Carolina matchup goes beyond this year and this season. It’s a natural big-time game. The all-time winningest program against the team with the third-most wins in history. “It’s always a big deal with North Carolina,” freshman Michael Kidd-Gilchrist said. That big deal is in jeopardy. The series could be cut. The contract between the two expires after this year. The teams have existed without each other before. For 10 years, between 1990 and 2000, the blue bloods never played except one time, in an NCAA Tournament game. But man, thinking about a year without a game like the one that happened Saturday isn’t a good thought. It’s not that either coach has lost interest. It’s that the environment is changing enough to potentially force the Cats and Tar Heels to cancel their annual clash. The primary culprit would be increased conference schedules. The SEC is expanding, adding two schools next year, and talks
are scheduled for the spring that would add two games to the conference slate. The ACC is expanding, too, and might be looking at upping its conference games as well. Calipari doesn’t want to over-schedule his perennially young team and put his program at risk. Neither does North Carolina head coach Roy Williams, who acknowledged the realities of the “changing college landscape” could hinder the practicality of playing a game as tough as this one. “Am I interested in continuing to play Kentucky? Yes,” Williams said. “Am I interested in making a concrete statement up here? John and I should have an opportunity to talk about that and see what else we have on the schedule.” Unfortunately for fans of basketball, they might not have each other on that schedule anymore. It’s not that the fans don’t want to see it. When Calipari asked which among North Carolina, Louisville or Indiana should be canceled, the Hoosiers were voted off the hypothetical schedule. But Calipari also said the vote wouldn’t matter. “Regardless of what the Kentucky fans say about who they’d like to get rid of,
we have a say in this thing too,” Williams said. The players want to see it, too. They live for games like this, where the fans are buzzing start to finish and the emotions after the game are naturally heightened. “Of course we should keep playing,” KiddGilchrist said. “That’s a rivalry right here. Like, you’d say it’s a rivalry now, right? We’re the real blue, though.” But fans don’t get a say in it. Calipari even said so. And players don’t, either. It’s not like they have to worry about the practicality of scheduling or long-term ramifications past a maximum of four years. So it’s the coaches who matter, and those coaches are getting pinned in by growing conference schedules. Which means we get to see less of the games with that something extra, like UK and North Carolina.
Freshman forward Michael KiddGilchrist takes a shot in Kentucky's 73-72 win over the University of North Carolina at Rupp Arena on Saturday. PHOTO BY LATARA APPLEBY STAFF
Trends resurface in our generation By Liz Breed features@kykernel.com
Fashion is an ever-changing art form that defies the rules and pushes the limit with each new turn on the cat walk. The fierce and feisty world that is “fashion” always has its way of resurfacing. Even with the innovative and creative styles that surface every season, there always seem to be a few “timeless” articles of clothing that one has in their closet. Items such as jeans will never go out of style, but what about clothing articles like boat shoes, or something like hair feathers? You’d be surprised to learn these trends don’t belong to our generation. “My dad wore Sperry’s (boat shoes) when he was growing up,” said Megan Hill, a BCTC student. “They’ve been around forever.” Turns out, she was right. Sperry’s were first designed in 1935 by Paul Sperry. Sperry wanted to create a shoe that would allow for someone
to have solid grip when on a boat. His design included specially treated leather to withstand multiple wettings, authentic rawhide and angled slits on the bottom of the shoe for maximum flexibility and traction. Another fashion trend that has resurfaced in recent months is feathers as a hair accessory. Feather extensions, apparently, have been around since the 60s and seen most among the “hippie” crowd. Their popularity died down until they were spotted in the manes of opular celebrities like Miley Cyrus and Ke$ha. Since then, the trend has reignited. “My mom wore feathers,” said UK senior Jenny Clarke. “It’s weird to look at pictures of my mom when she was my age and she’s wearing the same things my friends are wearing now. I don’t really want feathers. I don’t care about trends.” Maybe the “featherlution” hasn’t left the “hipster” group, or maybe it hasn’t af-
fected as many people as Sperry’s have, but they’re prevalent, especially among college students. Street Scene, a quirky store with some of these trends, offers 60s and 70s-inspired clothing, accessories and decor. “We like to call ourselves a vintage store,” store manager Emily said. “We have houseware, clothing and jewelry.” This store has a selection of many vintage things like shoes and earrings, but also offers different types of home décor items like lamps and pottery. The prices of these items will also fit the average shopper’s budget. Street Scene, located on Regency Drive, off of Nicholasville Road, is funky and affordable and offers a wide variety of classic items for all styles. The clothing world is always evolving; always presenting new styles, while keeping a few everlasting items. Trends may come and go, but fashion is forever.
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911 Continued from page 1 Because there was a not a two-way voice failure, the communications department was not alerted of the problem until the Kernel made its 911 call, Johnson said.
She said if the problem had been two-way, if neither the caller nor the dispatcher could hear one another, an automated alert would have let UK communications or Windstream know the system had completely failed. The problem would then be located and fixed, Johnson said. She said she did not know
if the system had a backup or if the Kernel’s call was the only 911 call made on campus Monday. The Kernel called 911 again later in the day to see if the phone system was functioning correctly. The call went through to university police after about 12 to 15 seconds.
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