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Remembering 9/11 ROTC cadets honor victims of attacks Each year, hundreds of small American flags wave on the lawn in front of campus Main Building throughout the day of September 11. The flags are put in place by UK’s ROTC programs to honor those killed 13 years ago in the World Trade Center, the Pentagon passengers on the hijacked planes. During that day each year, they read the names of the 2,977 people who were killed in the al Qaeda-orchestrated attacks on September 11, 2001.
UK Air force ROTC member Brianna Arnold (left) and Alexis Gill straighten American flags in front of the Main Building for the September 11 ceremony which will take place throughout the day Thursday. PHOTOS BY ADAM PENNAVARIA | STAFF
UK Army ROTC Corporal Xing Song puts an American flag in the ground for the September 11 ceremony in front of the Main Building Wednesday.
UK hopes to improve patients’ quality of life Program hopes to allow people to have children after chemotherapy By Cheyene Miller news@kykernel.com
Modern medicine is constantly evolving and developing new and improved ways to aid cancer patients. One area where further development is needed is reproductive preservation, said Dr. Leslie A. Appiah, director of oncofertility at UK Healthcare. “We do really well at treating cancer,” said Appiah. But medicine comes up short in treating the aftermath and the effects cancer leaves on patients, she said. This is what led Appiah and UK health officials to develop the oncofertility program at UK.
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(It) allows people to have children after they receive medications that can harm their fertility.” DR. LESLIE A. APPIAH
Director of program
Appiah defined oncofertility as “Providing medical therapy that allows people to have children after they receive medications that can harm their fertility.” Oncofertility became a recognized discipline in medicine back in 2006, she said, which led to plans to develop a program here at UK.
Oncofertility is the preservation of the reproductive organs. When someone is diagnosed with cancer or some sort of disease that requires chemotherapy or radiation therapy, this program allows them to cryogenically freeze the sperm for men, and the eggs, embryo and ovarian tissue for women, she said. This preservation prevents the chemotherapy and radiation therapy from destroying the reproductive organs so that individuals can still safely have children once the treatment is over. Treatment began back in February, and since then the program has seen four to five patients a month. When the program becomes fully developed and clinics open, they hope to see 50-75 patients a month, Appiah said. The counseling services provided to patients are usually covered by their insurance, but the actual treatment often is not, she said. The program is currently performing more in depth research, which will decrease investigational treatment costs for patients. Appiah says that research provides treatments that have shown success, but have not yet become the standard of care. It typically costs $400 to process and freeze sperm, $5,0007,500 for eggs and over $7,500 for embryo freezing. Despite the fact that costs can be high for the individual, she said the program has actually yet to cost the university a dime. “It has not cost UK anything See FERTILITY on page 2
Student government still working toward safety app By Cheyene Miller news@kykernel.com
UK Student Government Association president Jake Ingram campaigned for his position last year and promised to promote a phone safety application called LifeLine Response EDU. Ingram and the student government association are looking to implement a phone safety application for UK students, but do not yet know what particular app will be used. Ingram said that universities like Louisiana State University and the University of Florida, as well as possibly hundreds more nationwide, are jumping on board with these phone safety applications, which work similarly to the emergency towers around campus. This influenced Ingram and the student government to begin developing UK's very own phone safety application back in June. “Last year as vice president of student government association, the number one concern that I heard from students was about off-campus safety,” said Ingram, who noted that UK is ranked in the top five for safest universities by Reader's Digest. He said that action could be taken to improve off-campus safety. “Off-campus, however, is where the vast majority of students live,” Ingram said. UK is currently in the request for proposal process, in which vendors who provide the application bid for the contract work with the university. Ingram and the student government hope to have this process completed sometime this semester, and have the program implemented by spring at the latest. Students can input certain information into the system, such
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UK student government President Jake Ingram addresses the crowd at the Common Grounds ribbon cutting ceremony in Lexington, Ky., on Tuesday.
as height, weight and a photo. When in need of immediate emergency assistance, students can notify police through the application, and emergency responders will be able to react even faster than 911 calls.
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Last year ... the number one concern that I heard from students was about off-campus safety.” JAKE INGRAM
SGA President
In addition to the emergency notification, GPS location and profile information, the applications also include features like tip reporting, custom branding and emergency infor-
mation. Ingram said SGA has $25,000 set aside for the application. The funds pulled from the student government budget, which itself is funded by student fees, are intended to go towards UK's overall safety development. Ingram said that this will not cause an increase in student fees, and that his long-term goal is to have the university adopt the policy so that it is no longer a student government expenditure. Tyler Rowe, a biochemistry freshman, says the safety application is a good idea that could provide safety for all students. “It’s fast, and it’s easy to get to in case you’re in a predicament where you need it,” Rowe said. “Preferably it’ll help people off campus because it’s a bit safer on campus, but I believe it’s a very good idea for now.” Fellow freshman Parker Thomas agreed, and said that the application “would be really helpful to a lot of people around campus.”
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Professors, faculty offer money handling advice for students By Josh Ayala news@kykernel.com
When entering college, many students are unprepared for the financial burdens that await them. This is leading UK staff members to advise students to start implementing better money management strategies. “For a lot of freshmen, this is their first time alone and they are not sure of the constraints of money and the need to be watchful,” said Jennifer Hunter, a professor in the family studies department. Students should develop a spending plan and set aside certain amounts for necessities like food and goods ver-
sus entertainment, Hunter said. When students do not consider their budget before going out with friends, lifelong habits of overspending can follow. “It's important to know when to say no to spending and suggest an alternative,” Hunter said. “It's important to use cash and debit cards instead of credit because the sense of loss is not the same.” A budget should cover expenses like course fees, tuition and housing, as well as books, food, transportation and personal items, said JoeLynn Noe, planning and financial operations director for enrollment management. “There are many online
tools and mobile apps that make budgeting and tracking your spending much easier and more accessible,” said Carol Carr, a financial education specialist in UKFCU in the Student Center. “Often you hear students say they don’t know where their money went. By having a budget and tracking your spending, it helps to eliminate those kinds of issues.” Carr said the most common mistake she sees in college students’ spending is living beyond their means. “Often college students can have a 'keeping up with the Joneses' mentality when it comes to their peers and can overspend on credit cards in order to maintain a certain
lifestyle,” Carr said. Lack of understanding can also play into financial difficulties, Carr said. “Students do not always fully understand credit cards and how interest works,” Carr said. Many credit cards only require a minimum payment of $25 per month, Carr said, but students may fall into the trap of overspending with the belief they only need to pay $25. Interest on the money that is not paid off will continue to accrue, Carr said, so over time the money owed will steadily increase. “A credit card with a $1,000 balance can take years to fully pay off,” Carr said.
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Injuries will hurt Cats’ chances UK could have 3 starters out against Florida JOSHUA HUFF Kernel Columnist
UK football has caught a serious case of the injury bug. Two weeks into the season, the bug has found the undefeated Cats heading into a weekend showdown with Florida. The game is being viewed as a measuring stick for how far UK has come since last season. We know that the team isn’t where it is destined for in a year, two years or even three years, but Saturday’s showdown is a spotlight for UK’s new talent. Some of that talent will be watching that game from the sidelines. The newest injury comes from junior left guard Zach West, who suffered a “weird injury” to his neck that has caused fluid to build, Stoops said this weekend. His return
is uncertain and he does not have a timetable. More notable injuries have also come from the offensive side of the ball. Senior receiver Javess Blue and junior running back Braylon Heard both suffered ankle sprains during the first game of the season against UT-Martin. They are listed as day-to-day, but are more than likely going to be scratched for Saturday. Sophomore receiver Jeff Badet hasn’t touched the field this season, after being hit in the eye with a tennis ball during offseason drills. This all doesn’t bode well for an offense that has to contend with a tough Florida defense. West’s injury is the toughest loss for the Cats, whose offensive line has struggled this season. The only 100-yard rusher the Cats have this season is Heard. All the other backs haven’t even reached 100 yards through both games. Freshman Mikel Horton has just 92 yards, JoJo Kemp has 79 yards and Stan-
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UT- Martin’s Walter Evans tries to hold back Kentucky’s Javess Blue during the game on Aug. 30. Blue suffered an ankle sprain in the game.
ley “Boom” Williams has 72 yards. And Heard has 116 yards, on just two carries. With West out, and freshman walk-on Cole Mosier taking his place, UK’s offense will have trouble scoring points. The Cats will have to rely on sophomore quarterback Patrick Towles, who rushed 22 times against Ohio. “Patty Ice” may have to rush, throw and block his Cats into the win column Saturday. Towles will also have to rely on a young receiving
corps, one that will have at least four players — freshmen Dorian Baker, Blake Bone, Garrett Johnson and T.V. Williams — who will play in their first SEC game. And besides sophomore receiver Ryan Timmons, who has 17 catches, no receiver has more than seven catches. But as they say, “defense wins championships.” UK’s “no fly zone” must have their wings under them, because the Gators will be lurking around The Swamp with their jaws a’ chomping.
This weekend in sports Uk Football (2-0) Sept. 13 vs. Florida
Gainesville, Fla. 7:30 p.m.
Uk Men’s Soccer (2-2)
Sept. 13 vs. East Tennessee State
Bell Soccer Complex 7 p.m.
Uk Women’s Soccer (5-1) Sept. 14 vs. Pepperdine
Bell Soccer Complex
12 p.m.
UK Volleyball (6-1) Sept. 12
Sept. 13
Sept. 13
vs. North Carolina
Chapel Hill, N.C. 6 p.m.
vs. Virginia Commonwealth
vs. Georgia Southern
Chapel Hill, N.C. 10 a.m.
Chapel Hill, N.C. 5 p.m.
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FERTILITY Continued from page 1 to implement the program so far, as we have used existing personnel to date,” Appiah said. “We will have to add a
few key personnel to adequately care for the patient population which will have to be budgeted for within our department.” Treatments like these often require daily visits, and since the closest oncofertility program was in
Louisville, Appiah felt that bringing one to Lexington was crucial. “It became important to address these quality of life issues,” said Appiah, who stressed that UK students could benefit from this program too, pointing out that
it's not uncommon for college-age students to be diagnosed with diseases such as leukemia and bone tumors. She also stressed that students should never be afraid to seek help, and that it’s important to seek assistance as soon as possible.
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2 and 3 bedroom apt available now. Great quality. Negotiable rent. Call landlord Dennis 859-983-0726 www.sillsbrothers.com For Rent: house trailer on Briar Hill Rd., Bourbon/Fayette border, 25 min/15 miles from UK. 2BR/2BA. Possible riding opportunity at foxhunting stable. $550/mo. (859)229-6017.
3 Bedroom
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AAA is looking for a few friendly voices to fill open full time/part time/seasonal positions in its inbound customer service call center in Hamburg. Excellent listening and verbal communication skills, computer and typing skills, the desire to help people, a flexible schedule and ability to work weekends required. The option to schedule FT in 4/10’s is also available. All schedules include a minimum of 1 weekend shift. Base hourly rate + incentive pay plans. A variety of benefits available for PT and FT staff. Please apply online at: http://ohiovalley.aaa.com/About/Careers today!
CLASSIFIEDS Bluegrass Bracing is in need of a dependable college student for help in the stockroom. $12/hour, 6-10 hours per week. Set your own hours between 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Applicant must be presentable, courteous, respectful, have your own transportation and be a team player. Attention to detail is a must. (859) 266-5500 or kimisaacs@bluegrassbracing.com. Challenge Yourself! MARKETING ASSISTANT NEEDED FOR ESTABLISHED FINANCIAL SERVICES ORGANIZATION. Flexible Hours (15-20/wk.) Base Pay + Bonus. Must be dependable, comfortable with Social Media, experienced in Microsoft Office. Being good on the phone is a plus. Interested? Call (859) 271-8694 or email moneylinefinancial@yahoo.com. Construction help needed. Must meet minimum requirements: Able to lift 75lbs., valid driver’s license, pay best for experience. Sales experience helpful. FT/PT available. Email gulleyremodeling@aol.com. Fun, supportive environment at Jenny Craig. If you have an outgoing personality and are self motivated, we have a weight management consultant opportunity available! 20-30 hours per week. Call Leslie (859) 269-2639. Healthy Tobacco Smokers Needed for Research Study. Researchers with the University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Department of Behavioral Science are recruiting healthy tobacco users between the ages of 18- 50 to participate in an ongoing behavioral study. Both daily and non-daily smokers are needed. Study involves completion of up to 11 testing sessions. Participants must be willing to abstain from tobacco for 8 hours before each testing session. Study is run in a pleasant setting during daytime hours. Qualified volunteers will be paid for their participation. To apply visit our website at: http://rrf.research.uky.edu. High school wrestling referees wanted. Minimum pay $18/hour. Previous wrestling experience preferred. Contact KWOAofficials@gmail.com or www.kyofficials.com. Hiring: Baskin Robbins, nights and weekends. Richmond Rd., 266-9305 or Beaumont Centre, 278-8821. Jenny Craig has an opportunity for a PT receptionist. Tuesdays & Thursdays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturdays 8 a.m.-noon. Call Leslie at (859) 269-2639. Keeneland is seeking seasonal part-time applicants for Guest Services, Gift Shop Sales Associates & Stock Clerks, Parking and Security during the October Race Meet, Oct. 325. Please contact Alexis Witherspoon at (859) 288-4158 or apply online at keeneland.com. Landscaping help needed. $9/hour to start. Immediate availability. PT, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Experience preferred but not necessary. Must be available to work during summer. Please email resume and work history to: lawnshark04@aol.com. NO PHONE CALLS! Now hiring servers, cooks and bartenders. Full time or part time. Apply in person Sutton’s Restaurant 859-268-2068. Now Hiring Teachers Full and Part time at all KinderCare locations. Wilhite Dr.-2762567. Wellington Way-223-5574. Custer Dr.-272-2673. O’Charley’s on Nicholasville Road now hiring enthusiastic FT/PT servers, guest assistants and cooks for a fun, fast-paced environment with flexible hours. Interested candidates may apply directly at www.ocharleys.jobs for the 212 Nicholasville Rd. location. Office Assistant/Data Entry Clerk. Compensation: $10-12/hour. Looking for Office Assistant/Data Entry Clerk part-time for company in Lexington. Responsibilities include, but not limited to: bookkeeping (accounts receivable, accounts payable, reconciliations), administrative work (answering phones, filing, data entry, etc.) Previous experience helpful. Must be 18 years or older to apply and have earned high school diploma. Please email resumes to sfalk@1st-placeproperties.com. Opportunity for college writers to write about UK sports. Visit www.powerk.net for more info or email erickaufman@powerk.net. Plasma center medical helper. No experience necessary. Flexible schedules. Must be available weekends, late weekdays, holidays and next semester. Apply for Reception Tech at www.cslplasma.com, email chris.otto@cslplasma.com. PT assistant needed for property management company. Must have excellent computer and communication skills. Apply at 860 South Broadway, Lexington, KY 40504. PT sales clerk. Apply in person. Chevy Chase Hardware, 883 E. High St. (859) 269-9611. Researchers at the University of Kentucky are conducting studies concerning the effects of alcohol and are looking for male & female social drinkers 21-35 years of age. Volunteers paid to participate. Call (859) 257- 5794.
Researchers at the University of Kentucky are looking for individuals 21–34 years of age who have received a DUI in the last 5 years to participate in a study looking at behavioral and mental performance. Participants are compensated for their time and participation is completely confidential. For more information, call (859) 257-5794. Salvage Building Materials hiring FT/PT general warehouse help. Flexible hours, no experience needed. Apply: 573 Angliana Ave., Mon-Sat, 9-5, or cabinetkings.com/job_vacancy.html. (859)255-4700. Seeking energetic and diligent administrative assistant. Flexbile hours, students welcome to apply. Email chtman85@gmail.com. Service Advisors
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Opportunities
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Real Estate For Sale
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50 Shades series fosters an open mind NICK GRAY Kernel Columnist
I'm a 20-year-old male who is actually excited for the movie release of “50 Shades of Grey.” It would not be a surprise if I was one of a low percentage of my demographic who will say so. I'm not ignorant of that. In fact, I feel a bit of pride in that. I've read all three books in the Fifty Shades series and enjoyed all three of them, from the 50 Shades of Grey original, all the way to 50 Shades Freed. Why do I like it? It's different. Erotic literature does not reach mainstream society very often. I like 50 Shades
not because of the scenes of BDSM or any of the other graphic sex scenes in any of the three books, but because of the character development of recent college graduate Anastasia Steele and billionaire businessman Christian Grey, two very different people who connect romantically anyway. It's a bunch of different things that I previously was not comfortable with — unusual types of sex, complex relationships and growing up. 50 Shades is not a series without its faults. It dives into some of the deeper and darker parts of abusive relationships, glorifying abusive relationships into something that both the abuser and the absusee can enjoy. Christian Grey’s different issues are due to his abusive past and feeds into his enjoyment of BDSM at the beginning.
It has gathered plenty of criticism for being unrealistic towards abusive violence, but Grey eventually rids himself of a total desire to dominate a submissive person. In that sense, the reader can continue to have a broadened mindset as the book goes along and Grey rejects his abusive past. I think that's why I like it the most — the book broadens my horizons like little else has. As much as I love sports, they can't give me that. And I'm excited to see how it will translate onscreen. Read the books, or don’t. Watch the movie this February, or don’t. Just don't forget that an open mind can do wonders for someone, even if it makes them uncomfortable. And these topics make many people feel uncomfortable — imagine what my parents are going to say during our next
phone conversation. It'll be weird for them. I defended why 50 Shades is no less a part of reality than other forms of media so much that it'll be like pressing rewind. So each week, I'm going to write a column titled "50 Shades of Gray.” It only helps that my last name is a play on words in the title. But the real reason is because the book series continued to spread my open-mindedness toward things, and that's what I will write about in this space on Thursdays for the rest of the school year. Because I believe an open mind is just about the best thing someone can have. “Laters, baby.” Nick Gray is the managing editor of the Kentucky Kernel. His column appears every Thursday. Email ngray @kykernel.com.
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