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A Lextran bus, which will be free for all students, faculty and staff on July 1, drives near North Campus on Wednesday. PHOTO BY TAYLOR PENCE
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HOROSCOPES Aries ( March 21-April 19) -- Today is a 6 -- Indulge in a passion over the next two days. Play your art or sport. Practice your game with great players. Hone skills with repetition. Taurus ( April 20-May 20) -- Today is a 7 -- Stay cool under pressure and prosper. Household issues demand attention today and tomorrow. Move quickly and carefully, especially around sharp corners. Make repairs and upgrades. Dig in the garden. Gemini ( May 21-June 20) -- Today is a 9 -Explore, travel and study today and tomorrow. Sate your curiosity. Complete one phase and begin another in a creative project, with the New Moon in Leo. Learning comes easily. Cancer ( June 21-July 22) -- Today is a 9 -- One door closes and another opens in finances and income. Friction sparks into argument if allowed. Stick to what worked before. Leo ( July 23-Aug. 22) -- Today is an 8 -You’re getting stronger today and tomorrow. Begin a new personal phase, with this New Moon in your sign. Your energy changes direction. Don’t argue with the boss. Virgo ( Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Today is a 7 -Complete old projects to prepare for what’s next, with this New Moon. Pay attention to your dreams over the next few days. Keep secrets. Enjoy peaceful, private productivity. Libra ( Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Today is a 7 -- Be-
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gin a new group project under this New Moon. Complete one phase as the next one dawns. Acknowledge your team, and welcome new players. Scorpio ( Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Today is an 8 -Explore your subject deeply. Begin a new phase in your education, travels and exploration, with this New Moon. First person experience is most memorable. Go to the source. Or if you can’t, read someone who did. Sagittarius ( Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Today is a 7 -- Handle family financial matters over the next two days. Open a new chapter with this New Moon. Revise the budget for new priorities. Complete old promises and invent new possibilities together. Capricorn ( Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Today is an 8 -With this New Moon, one door closes as a new one opens in a partnership. Begin a new phase in your relationship. Aquarius ( Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Today is a 9 -- One lunar phase ends as the next begins in a project. Make a change under the New Moon. Let go of an old habit. Pisces ( Feb. 19-March 20) -- Today is a 7 -Make a fun, creative mess. One game folds and another begins under this New Moon. Enter a new stage in love and romance. Trust a sibling’s advice. Make an important choice. Complete one phase and invent the next. MCT
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All Lextran routes to be free for staff, students come July
Athenian Grill serves new experiences with Greek cuisine
UK pays $160,000 for partnership
BY JAMILYN HALL jhall@kykernel.com
BY WILL WRIGHT
wwright@kykernel.com In a new partnership between the university and Lextran, UK students, faculty and staff can ride all Lextran routes for free by showing their Wildcard ID starting July 1. UK will pay $160,000 for the first year of the deal. Student body vice president Jenna Hollinden said she is excited that the program, called U-PASS, will make it easier for the 70 percent of students PHOTO BY TAYLOR PENCE I STAFF without a car on campus to get grocer- A Lextran bus, which will be free for all students July 1, drives near campus on Wednesday. ies, to go to the mall and to integrate with the surrounding city. commuting and parking easier. pass. “I remember when I was a freshman With more parking spots coming to Hollinden said that when she moved having to ask people for rides to get to off-campus, as 76 percent of UK stu- campus and U-PASS encouraging peothe grocery store,” Hollinden said. “And dents do, she often thought of people ple to drive, the Transportation Master I hated asking people for help.” who lived out of walking distance and Plan may help ease traffic caused by Students, who make up 17 percent the troubles they face. ongoing construction projects along Avof Lextran riders, would normally pay Parking on campus is notoriously enue of Champions and Alumni Drive. a discount price of $75 for an academic difficult, but the U-PASS program is the “Our campus is undergoing a transyear pass, but faculty and staff had to first step of UK’s Transportation Mas- formation,” UK President Eli Capilouto pay the full price of $30 for a 30-day ter Plan, a long-term project to make SEE LEXTRAN ON PAGE 4
Board of Trustees to vote on budget
In the plan, 21 percent of the budget is paid for by undesignated general funds that primarily come from tuition and state appropriations. Tuition’s share of the available public funds in the budget has increased from 38 percent to 61 percent over SEE BUDGET ON PAGE 6
BY JOSHUA QUALLS jqualls@kykernel.com
UK’s budget for the upcoming school year is expected to be $3.4 billion. Though UK’s Board of Trustees has already approved increases in tuition, it will meet on June 19 to vote on the rest of the plan’s proposals.
the last decade while state appropriations went from 62 to 39 percent. Tuition now makes up $439.7 million of the undesignated general funds after tuition increases from last year, as well as increases in enrollment. Out of a student body of more than 30,000 students, 5,250 new students — the largest-ever incoming class — will arrive at UK in the Fall
PHOTO BY MARCUS DORSEY I STAFF The Athenian grill offers Greek cuisine including gyros, stuffed grape leaves and lamb dishes. Photo taken on Wednesday.
Every now and then Lexingtonians get tired of the same restaurants and eating the same types of food — tacos, pizza, burgers, fried chicken or Chinese. Most of the restaurants in Lexington serve these types of foods with different twists. However, there is a hole-in-the-wall Jamilyn Hall restaurant that is making a lot of noise Assistant and is relatively different from anything Opinions Editor in the city. Athenian Grill, located on 313 South Ashland Ave., serves Greek cuisine that has locals coming back time and again. Not only is the restaurant locally owned, but the business is also expanding to a second location, 115 North Locust Hill Drive. Athenian is a cultural experience with gyros, traditional Greek specialties, soups and salads (soupes & salates) and much more to try. All students and Lexingtonians should give Athenian, one of my personal favorite restaurants, a shot. Not only do I tell my close friends about the eatery, but have also dragged my mother there on her visit to Lexington . I have lost count of how many times I have consumed the gyros and specialties. But with each time I have always received the same type of service: consistent and with a smile. The restaurant also caters, and is a Greek market. The interior is anything but outdated. The small, renovated house, tucked behind Coin Laundry and UBS Bank, makes a visitor feel as if they are in a traditional Greek home. One of my favorite dishes in Lexington is their roasted lemon potatoes. Even though the side dish doesn’t sound extraordinary, the potatoes are anything but ordinary and are a must-order that you won’t regret. I had never had a gyro (pronounced “yee-ro”) before trying Athenian. And believe me, I was only hurting myself. The chicken gyro, for example, consists of sautéed organic chicken on top of pita bread with lettuce, onion, tomato and tzatziki sauce (Greek yogurt with fresh cucumber and dill). From Athenian’s lamb burger to mousaka — sautéed eggplant layered with beef and lamb and baked in béchamel sauce — those who are looking for diversity on a night out can find many options in the Athenian menu. From organic, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free menu items, any palate will be satisfied with a trip to Athenian grill. 6.18.15 | Kentucky Kernel | 3
opinions GOP candidates Beach Boys film in onForthethecar.remainder of the film’s 121-minute runtime we’re presented with a medley of Cuand Dano playing the po-faced Wilson lack perspective illuminates struggle sack with nearly identically nuanced mannerisms.
We all know the music of the Beach Boys. Even if younger fans don’t know who they are, they at least recognize the iconic rhythms of “Surfin’ U.S.A.” or “Wouldn’t it be Nice.” Kyle Arensdorf However, not many young Columnist fans can tell you the behind-thescenes story of the band’s lead singer, Brian Wilson. In the first scene of Bill Pohlad’s “Love & Mercy,” we see the young Wilson (Paul Dano) sitting at his piano bench quietly talking to himself. To the audience it’s incessant muttering; to Wilson it’s just a necessary part of the process. Next we get our first glance at the other half of the Brian Wilson ensemble, played by John Cusack. Wilson enters a Cadillac dealership and is met by Melinda Ledbetter (Elizabeth Banks), who he asks to accompany him in one of the display cars. It’s here we get our first whiff of his anxiety, as his bodyguards – veritable “handlers” led by his psychiatrist (Paul Giamatti) – circle
Wilson suffers from an unspecified mental illness, and in early scenes he makes the decision to no longer travel with the band and instead stays back to write new music – music that eventually becomes the band’s “Pet Sounds” album. Wilson not only struggles with a mental illness, he also battles a deteriorating relationship with his father. He attempts to control Wilson and his brother, and we can deduce the stranglehold he had on the band in the early days. The tumultuous relationship is mirrored in his later life as his psychiatrist takes a manipulative interest in his life. General audiences get turned off when they hear the word “biopic” when referring to a film, and rightly so. We’ve been desensitized by lackluster narrative snooze-fests like “The Theory of Everything” or “The Imitation Game” last year. What makes “Love & Mercy” a great overall film — and what turns just another boring biopic into a palatable narrative — is writing. The way the film is spliced between past and deeper past creates a whimsical film worthy of Wilson’s genius.
In honor of Donald Trump announcing his bid for the Republican ticket in 2016, I think I’m going to go ahead and register Democrat. I would love to vote for Marjorie Kirk a Republican candidate, Opinions if that would mean reducEditor ing government spending, privatizing healthcare and improving immigration control. But I’m afraid the GOP has not produced any candidate that I believe could reduce our country’s deficit or improve our international relations. Instead they’ve provided conservative candidates who specialize in restricting personal freedoms of our citizens, giving benefits to big corporations without requiring them to pay their dues in taxes, and turning their life into a reality show. Ted Cruz, Marco Rubio and Rand Paul are known for their opposition to working with the Democratic Party in Congress. In addition, many of the frontrunners have made insensitive comments offending women, the LGBTQ community and Afri-
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Body found on roof indentified STAFF REPORT
The man found dead on top of a housing complex on UK’s campus near the Theological Seminary was identified as Kurt A. Bouren, a 51-year-old from Richmond. An autopsy was conducted at the State Medical Examiner’s Office in Frankfort on Tuesday, but the cause of death will remain unknown until toxicology tests are completed, according to the Fayette County Coroner’s Office. UK Police Chief Joe Monroe said police do not suspect any foul play in the man’s death. Bouren was not a student, but was leasing an apartment from a student for the summer, Monroe said. A passerby saw the body at about 3 p.m. at 625 South Limestone.
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said at a news conference on Tuesday morning. Lexington mayor Jim Gray said similar benefits could take shape in the city as more and more people use public transportation, bike or walk to their workplaces. “Like the university, our city is growing, and responsible growth is good. It also means we will have some growing pains, like increased traffic congestion,” Gray said. In reply, Capilouto held up his Wildcard ID and said downtown traffic backups may get a break with the help of UPASS. “We know that traffic is something we have to work on every day,” Gray said. “Progress will take all of us working together.” Hollinden hopes for other benefits like safety and unity. Though she thinks UK
can Americans. In addition, these frontrunners have not only opposed same-sex marriage legislation, but have also opposed equal rights for members of the LGBTQ community such as allowing businesses to discriminate by refusing to serve them. Republicans who have made claims they are working to identify with younger generations follow through with insensitive remarks and a lack of support on issues such as gay marriage, abortion rights, social security reform and interest rates on student loans. Becoming a billionaire does not equate to the ability to judge which expenditures can afford to be cut and which taxes can be increased in order to reduce the national debt — sorry Trump. In addition, Latin American lineage or relation by spouse does not equate to sensitivity for all minorities as Rubio, Cruz and even Jeb Bush would like Americans to believe. As much as I would like to see the Republican party turn back to its legacy of minimal government and reducing government expenditures, I can’t exchange the safety of social freedoms for candidates who can’t keep up with the times, much less assure economic prosperity.
sports is safe, Hollinden said people may feel safer with the U-PASS than walking home from campus. “Any time we make students feel safer … that’s a win,” Hollinden said. She also hopes for more connection with the surrounding city. Lexington is growing and vibrant, and the U-PASS can be one more way to bring the two communities together, she said. “There are so many big college towns that are so intertwined with the city,” Hollinden said. “It’s hard to imagine what Lexington would look like without the University of Kentucky.” An unexpected result may be students socializing more with faculty and staff. Hollinden said she thinks the two groups, though usually seperate, should interact more, and the bus may help unite them. “It’s neat to hear a little bit about where everyone came from,” Hollinden said.
Football recruit shows promise BY JOSH ELLIS
sports@kykernel.com Woodford County, Ky., native and class of 2016 UK commit Drake Jackson has been boasting his talent at national-level camps and competitions across the country this summer. The No. 1 ranked center in the nation according to 247sports began his summer by competing in Baltimore this weekend at the Rivals Five-Star Challenge with fellow UK commit Landon Young, who is also considered as one of the best offensive line prospects in the nation. “It was a lot of fun — there was big time competition,” Jackson said. “It was nice being able to spend time with my boy Landon Young and SEE RECRUIT ON PAGE 6
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Kernel Brewing Company: This week on tap: Bartender’s choice from West Sixth Brewing
ALEX WRIGHT Contributing Columnist
West Sixth Brewing sports a high ceiling in the tap room and an indoor beer garden. It is attached to Smithtown Seafood that will bring the food you order into the brewery so you can eat while enjoying your beer. The layout, well-spaced tables and large glass doors that can open when the weather is good, make the brewery feel spacious even at its most crowded. The brewery manages to encourage sustainable transportation with an abundance of bike racks. I asked the bartender for what she believed were their standout beers and was given a flight of some of their newest: the Laurel River Pilsner, Rough Trail Wild Ale, Chinook IPA and Country Western Volume 3.
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This article is the second of a weekly beer column for the Kentucky Kernel. Catch us next week to see what we can brew up.
Price: $4.95 Alcohol Percentage: 5.8% The Laurel River Pilsner is incredibly refreshing. It has that classic “beer” flavor you remember from when you took sips of your uncle’s beer at the family picnic, but with a decidedly craft twist. It is remarkably crisp and has a light body. And while this beer has an alcohol percentage that is considerably higher than what most people would find reasonable for it to be labeled a “session beer,” I could easily find myself sipping this beer all day long.
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2 Rough Trail Wild Ale Price: $4.50 Alcohol Percentage: 6.2%
The Chinook IPA is a single-hop IPA with a very distinct flavor. The taste of Price: $4.95 the hop rings through incredibly clearly, Alcohol Percentage: 7% but is not overpowering. This is an IPA that is accessible to both hop-heads and non-IPA drinkers alike. It is full of flavor and delightfully earthy. Do not pass this beer up.
The Chinook IPA
The Rough Trail Wild Ale leaves a distinctly yet not overpoweringly sour taste lingering on your taste buds. It is a light, refreshing beer that is the essence of a good summer beer. I could not recommend a better ale to imbibe after a hot day mowing the lawn mowing. If you are a fan of light summer beers that are not lacking in flavor, grab a growler of the Rough Trail Wild Ale for the weekend.
Country Western Volume Three is the latest in a run of collaborations between Lexington’s own Country Boy Brewing and West Sixth Brewery. It is barrel-aged, and that fact is evident by the flavor of bourbon hitting the pallet after the first sip. The combination of bourbon and sweetness blend seamlessly in this high alcohol content afterPrice: $6.50 dinner drink that any Lexington native would be Alcohol Percentage: 13% proud to say comes from their home town.
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compete against the best at the same time.” Jackson made the 14-mile drive to his future home in Lexington on Wednesday, touring the newly renovated Commonwealth Stadium and practicing in a UK camp. “My visit was awesome, the stadium looks like a big time university’s,” Jackson said. “Landon and I got some great work in with (offensive line) coach (John) Schlarman. I can’t wait to play for him.” The biggest headline for Jackson’s summer was his invitation to The Opening, a camp in Beaverton, Ore., at Nike World Headquarters where 161 of the best high school football prospects compete against each other. With the amount of raw talent all bundled in one place, The Opening will be an opportunity for Jackson to do some recruiting of his own. “I do plan to (recruit). I don’t know who yet, but I’ll figure that out,” Jackson said. “It was a huge goal of mine and now it’s time to perform.” Like the majority of the players at The Opening, the Woodford County star had the opportunity to play just about anywhere in the country. He had offers from programs including Alabama, Ohio State and Stanford. “I’m way more comfortable here than anywhere else,” Jackson said. “I want to do something special, and I have a lot of faith in the staff. I love UK and I can’t wait to be a part of it.” With a summer full of opportunity, Jackson could improve UK’s recruiting class before even stepping on the turf.
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Offseason notes: What you missed BY JOSHUA HUFF
jhuff@kykernel.com Offseason notes. After the UK Women’s Outdoor Track and Field team wrapped up its 2015 season as National Runner-Ups in the NCAA Outdoor Championships, it concluded a busy and successful year for UK sports. Here’s a rehash of what’s happened since the spring semester ended: · Senior hurdler Kendra Harrison won the 100-meter hurdles NCAA Title, and sprinter Dezerea Bryant set the non-altitude collegiate record in the 200m Championship. Bryant also set the second fastest wind-legal time in NCAA history. UK finished nine points behind Oregon, 59-50, in the NCAA Championship. · Despite a poor regular season record, (32-26), UK Softball blew through the Notre Dame Regional with three-straight
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2015 semester. 37 percent of these new students will come from out-of-state. The cost of attendance for in-state students is estimated to increase by three percent to $26,700, while it is estimated to increase by six percent to $40,000 for out-of-state students. Additionally, UK has budgeted $103 million to pay for financial aid and institutional scholarships. UK HealthCare revenue increased by 18.2 percent from the 2014-2015 school year; as a result, the plan calls for UK HealthCare to handle 41 percent of the university’s operational costs as designated general funds. These funds help to pay for public service, instruction, student services and academic support. The budget plan also proposes a starting wage increase to $10 per hour for new faculty and staff employees, and a meritbased system that will increase salaries for existing employees by 3.5 percent. This initiative would cost $15.9 million. The end of the plan shows how the $76.2 million in debt service for ongoing construction projects would factor into the budget for the upcoming year. The debt service pays toward the expansion and renovation of many buildings on campus, as well as new residence halls and the renovation of Commonwealth Stadium.
wins against Notre Dame, Ball State and Northwestern, but fell short against Florida, the eventual national champions, in the Super Regionals in two games. · Trevor Gott, a product of Tates Creek High School and UK Baseball’s career and single-season record holder in saves, was called up last week to the MLB’s Los Angeles Angels. It was his first big-league call up. Gott pitched one inning with one strikeout in his debut game against the Oakland Athletics on June 14. · Women’s soccer head coach Jon Lipsitz has had a busy, yet successful offseason. He signed two transfers to a team that finished 16-6-1 in 2014. Mexican National Team starter Tanya Samarzich, who suffered a foot injury in a friendly against Canada, joined UK after she left USC in 2013 to train with the National Team. Lipsitz also added Penn State sophomore
transfer Katy Keen, who appeared in 22 games for the Nittany Lions. · Former UK guard Jennifer O’Neill went undrafted in the 2015 WNBA Draft, but was signed by the Minnesota Lynx. She earned a spot on the 12-person roster and has played five games for the Lynx, averaging 14 minutes and five points per game. · On Monday, UK Basketball freshman Isaiah Briscoe was named one of 16 finalists for the 2015 USA Basketball Men’s U19 World Championship Team. Briscoe’s previous USA Basketball experience came when he helped Team USA win a gold medal at the 2014 FIBA Americas U18 Championship. · A new synthetic turf design was installed in the nearly-completed Commonwealth Stadium. The surface is the same as was used in the 2013 and 2014 Super Bowls.
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