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Chicago’s unexpected blacktop hero
Tyler Ulis went from hustling for candy to declaring for NBA Draft By Anthony Crawford sports@kykernel.com
The basketball courts throughout the parks of Chicago are the last place you would suspect an 8-year-old standing under five feet tall to find success. But if you were to be standing around the right courts during the summers of the mid-2000s, that is exactly where you would find a young Tyler Ulis defying the first of many sets of expectations as
his love for basketball began to blossom. Every summer Ulis’ father, James, would take his five sons to the city parks to play basketball. His father was interested to see how his sons, especially the undersized Tyler, stacked up to the competition. Ulis and his brother were more concerned with cashing in on some side bets to buy some candy. “We just went to people like, ‘Do you want to play
for this and that?’” Ulis said. “We’d play them, stash our money and we had a couple plays, and we’d always beat them.” This was the first time Ulis was truly underestimated. On the Chicago blacktops, he would use the lofty expectations that came with his small stature to hustle people. During his college recruitment, he used them to become an underrated signing for UK. Once on campus, he would not stop
breaking the ceilings put on him and his talents. The 5’9”, 160-pound guard who arrived in Lexington was widely expected to be a four-year player. People had enough faith in his abilities to be a floor general that they expected great things in his college career, like possibly breaking the NCAA all-time assist record held by Bobby PHOTO BY MICHAEL REAVES I STAFF Hurley. But thinking ahead and expecting him to not only UK guard Tyler Ulis, center, sits alongside his step mother Leslye Ulis, left, and his mother Kelly Reed, right, as he announces he
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UK ARMY ROTC’S ANNUAL SPRING TRAINING
Professor resigns amid sexual harassment allegations UK will continue his pay, benefits through August By Cheyene Miller news@kykernel.com
WAR GAMES
Long days, big smiles at Army ROTC training weekend Story by Will Wright | Photos by Michael Reaves news@kykernel.com
Even the cadets who fell dead or wounded could not help but smile. As UK’s Army ROTC cadets marched through the woods, looked for improvised explosive devices and watched out for ambushes at a training weekend in Fort Knox, they balanced the serious with the comical. The cadets knew the skills they were learning could one day save their lives, and they grew both in ability and confidence as the weekend progressed. The practice drills and interactions with mock villages showed the Army’s focus on winning over the hearts and minds of locals, and that the military is staying true to the fundamentals of troop formations.
Amid a university investigation of alleged sexual harassment by UK associate professor of entomology James Harwood, UK and Harwood came to a resignation agreement that would allow the professor to continue receiving pay and benefits until Aug. 31. According to records obtained by the Kentucky Kernel through an open records request, the Office of Institutional Equity and Equal Opportunity has been conducting an investigation of Harwood’s conduct based on sexual harassment allegations, which Harwood has denied. “I was not found guilty, the case is closed and I will be resigning, effective 31 August 2016, for family medical reasons,” Harwood wrote in an email to the Kernel. UK Discrimination and Harassment defines sexual harassment as, “unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors or other verbal or physical behavior of a sexual nature.” The university and Harwood reached an agreement “to resolve (the) matter without the need for further cost or expense,” according to the university records. The terms of the agreement include: ·Harwood will tender his resignation, effective as of August 31, 2016. The resignation is irrevocable. ·The university will not initiate proceedings to revoke Harwood’s tenure. ·Harwood shall continue his employment and receive $109,900 annually and shall receive benefits afforded to regular, full-time faculty until — the set date of August 31, Harwood gains employment elsewhere, or Harwood submits a letter of resignation with an effective date prior to August 31. ·Harwood and his family will receive health benefits from the university through Dec. 31, 2016,
See ROTC on page 6 TOP: Cadet Michael Vallerie gets dragged off by other cadets while wounded during a training exercise where the platoon was ambushed. RIGHT: Cadet Ronald Sams marches down the road toward a mock village, where the platoon would interact with other cadets acting as locals.
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or the date Harwood starts his new job — whichever comes first. ·Harwood shall not have direct contact with university faculty, staff or students except for necessary, work-related communications made via electronic mail. Other forms of communication, should they be necessary, will be directed to fellow entomology professors Subba R. Palli and John Obrycki. ·Harwood shall not be on campus except for health care related services for him or his immediate family. If he needs to be on campus for some other reason, he must submit a request in writing to Associate General Counsel Tim West. Harwood signed the agreement Feb. 26 and tendered his resignation from the university, which goes into effect August 31. The university declined to comment on the situation. The Kernel will update this story as more information becomes available. Will Wright contributed to this report.
FILE PHOTO BY ADAM PENNAVARIA I STAFF Matt Bevin announces his proposed budget to Kentucky legislators in Frankfort on Jan. 26. The budget included 9 percent cuts to universities to go into effect in coming years.
State universities could resort to layoffs
UK unsure of how it will handle possible upcoming 4.5 percent cuts By Cheyene Miller news@kykernel.com
UK faculty and students are preparing for hard times as Gov. Matt Bevin announced immediate 4.5 percent budget cuts to state colleges and universities on March 31. Political science associate professor Stephen Voss said when facing deep budget cuts, universities often must decide whether to make across the board cuts or make strategic decisions and cut out departments or colleges. Voss said personnel costs typically make up the vast bulk
of a university’s budget, and universities might look to faculty layoffs, pay cuts and furloughs as a way to quickly trim the budget. He said this is completely hypothetical at this point since UK administrators have yet to announce a concrete plan to adjust to the state budget cuts. “We will be working in the weeks ahead to determine how best to manage this reduction, and we will keep (students) informed,” UK President Eli Capilouto wrote in a campus-wide email on Friday. Bevin’s proposed two-year budget would enact a 4.5 percent baseline budget cut for this
fiscal year and 9 percent for the upcoming years. Bevin has publicly stated that the state’s underfunded pension system is his top economic priority. The Kentucky General Assembly is working with Bevin to finalize the budget. In March, the Senate proposed a budget that included Bevin’s proposed 9 percent baseline cuts, while the House of Representatives’ proposed budget secured funding for state universities like UK. Wendell H. Ford professor of public policy and administration Eugenia Toma said budget cuts can be efficient when institutions go into detail about the most effective ways to cut. “The lower cost way of cutting … is actually to just do
across the board cuts, and that does not achieve efficiency,” Toma said. Kentucky Attorney General Andy Beshear said Friday that Bevin has no constitutional authority to enact the cuts, and he gave Bevin an ultimatum: either rescind the cuts within seven days or face a lawsuit based on Bevin’s violation of the Separation of Power principle in the Kentucky Constitution. “A governor, any governor, does not have this power, or authority,” Beshear said in a speech on Friday. “The governor’s actions violate explicit statutes that govern budget reductions.” Student Government Association President Austin Mullen said the budget cuts will not af-
fect student groups like SGA and Student Activities Board, because they operate off student fees. Mullen said he expects tuition to increase, but not any more than usual during a state budget cut. “When there are cuts, there has to obviously be reductions in spending and also … alternative sources of revenue, and tuition is one of the largest areas for that for the university,” Mullen said. The state legislature has not finalized a two-year spending plan, and this year’s General Assembly session ends on April 12. If a deal is not finalized by this date, Bevin can create a special session to formalize a plan in time for the fiscal year, which begins July 1.
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‘Cowboy Up’ for kids with cancer
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Annual rodeo show raises money LEXINGTON SOUERS Features Editor
Say the word cowboy and things like lassos, boots and hats come to mind. But cancer may not be the first thing. This Saturday, cancer and cowboys will share the ring at the Cowboy Up for a Cure Rodeo. Not only is the event a fun way to spend Saturday night, it’s a way to give back to those experiencing pediatirc cancer. The event was founded after UK students from the UK Rodeo Team, Alpha Gamma Delta fraternity for women, and Farmhouse Fraternity teamed up with the Shryock family to help them create a signature event for their fundraising efforts. Drew Shryock was diagnosed with Leukemia at 4 years old. His mother, Rebecca Shryock, was a member of Alpha Gamma Delta Fraternity and a UK graduate. Drew and his brothers showed cattle, making a rodeo the perfect way to fundraise in Drew’s name. According to Sherri Eden, an advisory board member at Cowboy Up for a Cure, people should come to the event, “to support those families that are undergoing treatment.” The money raised goes to UK’s Providing Assitance with School (PAWS) program, which helps rehabilitate and re-assimilate young cancer survivors back to normal life. The PAWS program is a part of the Dance
“The PAWS program helps kids deal with side effects and painful remnants that pills cannot fix.” Blue Hematology and Oncology Clinic. Drew Shryock was treated at the clinic, and he is a member of the first class of the PAWS program. Eden said the rodeo goes beyond “For the Kids” and supports the children after their trips to the clinic end. Often, the idea is that cancer ends with the final chemo treatment, but cancer creates a lifelong impact on both those diagnosed and their families. The PAWS program helps kids deal with side effects and painful remnants that pills cannot fix. “The dedication (from UK staff) ... doesn’t just end when treatment ends,” Eden said. The rodeo, held at the Horse Park Alltech Arena, will have traditional rodeo events, like barrel racing and bull riding, from 3 Bar J Rodeo Company. According to Addison Lowry, Rodeo chair for Alpha Gamma Delta, this will be the largest rodeo 3 Bar J has ever held – there will be more than 200 riders participating in traditional events. And watch out for sorority and fraternity members participating in a greased pig contest at intermission. Also, before the event begins, 98.1 the Bull will be broadcasting live and giving away prizes. Kids can play in an inflatable village, and there will be rodeo lessons from the UK rodeo team for children. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased online at cowboyupforacure.org or at the gate on Saturday. If attending the event isn’t an option, those interested can donate online. Lexington Souers is the features editor of the Kentucky Kernel. Email opinions@ kykernel.com
PHOTO BY WILL WRIGHT I STAFF Journalism junior Kaelin Massey was walking near Blazer Hall on Avenue of Champions when someone yelled a racial slur while driving by in their car. Massey said she thinks a mandatory diversity class could improve race relations on campus.
Minorities targeted in drive-by bigotry When someone in a passing car told ESL student Ziyou Shang, “Go back to China,” near the W.T. Young Library, she did not want to just let it go. Shang had arrived at UK about three weeks prior, and she had been told by relatives living in Lexington that Americans were kind and accepting of international students. Now, though, Shang said she does not think most Americans are racist, but she is unsure about staying at UK for graduate school because she is afraid that something similar could happen again. The Kentucky Kernel has received multiple letters to the editor, and a column, within the past month showing instances of ‘drive-by bigotry’ on or near campus. This will be a difficult problem for UK to fix for many reasons: it is hard to erase bigotry, drive-by bigotry is not necessarily illegal or against UK’s Code of Student Conduct, and even if it was against the code of conduct, it is almost impossible to
find the perpetrators. It is a tough problem to fix, but a mandatory diversity class for all UK freshmen is a good place to start. When a group of black and African-American students met with President Eli Capilouto in
Near Blazer Hall on Avenue of Champions, a man and a woman drove past Massey and yelled “N*****” multiple times. She tried to confront them, but they drove away. “I want to understand why, why do you do that?” Massey
“I want to understand why. What is the purpose of you making me feel bad?” Kaelin Massey
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his home last semester, a required diversity class was one of their main recommendations for improving race relations on campus. Journalism junior Kaelin Massey said she thinks communication is key to improving understanding between all students on campus, minorities and otherwise.
said. “What is the purpose of you making me feel bad?” She said a mandatory diversity class is needed, and it would help students of different backgrounds understand each other. If students in their freshman year talk with other students about race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation and socioeco-
nomic status, they will become more empathetic to groups of people they may never have met before. Part of college is broadening horizons and meeting new types of people, but as UK is structured right now, students can still go through their entire college career without having meaningful conversations about race, gender or creed. While colleges require students to take a class dealing with some kind of diversity, those classes do not compare to a course specifically tailored to teaching students about understanding their peers. Race relations has been one of the biggest issues this year at UK, and the administration should acknowledge this with real change. If UK wants minority students to have a welcoming experience on campus, a mandatory diversity class would be a step in the right direction. Email opinions@ kykernel.com
Bevin ‘outside of his authority’ on immediate 4.5 percent cuts
Universities may need to follow attorney general’s lead, sue governor After not getting what he wanted, when he wanted it, Gov. Matt Bevin decided to take drastic action. Last Thursday, Bevin announced an executive order that would create an immediate 4.5 percent cut to eight universities and the entire Kentucky Community Technical College system. Attorney General Andy Beshear said the order was “outside of his authority,” and Beshear has threatened to sue the governor if he does not remove his claim before April 7. Regardless of the possible illegality of the order, allowing Bevin’s stunt to succeed would set a precedent for how his term will operate. By letting massive budget cuts hap-
pen without going through the proper channels, the door is opened for future reckless orders. It is the civic duty of Kentuckians to stop this injustice before more occur. One of the easiest actions for students to take is to contact their counties’ lawmakers to protest the cuts. Calling the governor’s office (502-5642611) or lawmakers in Frankfort (502-564-8100) will show Frankfort that students are engaged and concerned about the cuts. Ultimately, there’s no way of knowing what will happen as the cuts take effect, and a court case within Frankfort could mean more delays. But if Bevin doesn’t back down before the required time, a
lawsuit is just what Frankfort will get. Beshear isn’t the only person who can sue Bevin. Universities, like UK, also have that option. UK spokesman Jay Blanton told a Kentucky Kernel reporter that UK is not planning to sue. A statement said university officials anticipated the cuts, but, “it is too early to speculate on the specific measures we will take.” Blanton said he has no new updates on the mid-year cuts. UK should consider doing something more aggressive than just acknowledging that the cuts are wrong. Despite what UK administrators have said about the cuts, legal action seems to be the only thing that
will save university funding. Cuts to a university means a reduction in services, staff and success. Without money, great professors and revolutionary research cannot be completed. Losing money could even mean the closure of some state schools, like Kentucky State, which is already struggling and has expressed concerns. If Bevin does not repeal his executive order, UK and other state schools should consider suing him. The order is out of his legal authority, and letting it continue not only hurts the success of Kentucky schools and students, it also creates an environment of political discord. Email opinions@ kykernel.com
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Ready to ball with Beaux Arts
By Kaylee McCollum
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Students are preparing to dance the night away for a good cause on April 23 at the Beaux Arts Foundation’s annual Beaux Arts Ball. The Beaux Arts Foundation is one of the largest studentrun, nonprofit organizations in Lexington, according to its site, beaux-arts-ball.org. The mission of the foundation is to enrich the Lexington community by encouraging its citizens to partake in a wide range of art forms and making these art forms more accessible. The foundation hosts public events, such as the Beaux Arts Ball, to carry out its mission while also raising money to assist charities that seek to improve the lives of Kentuckians. “We’re really excited to have the community get involved with Beaux Arts,” said Michael Gómez-Hidalgo, public relations director of the Beaux Arts Ball and an integrated strategic communication senior. “That’s the entire reason we host Beaux Arts Ball: to give back to our community and raise awareness of the arts in Lexington.” This year, proceeds from the Beaux Arts Ball are being used to support multiple initiatives, including AIDS Volunteers, Inc., The Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning, and The Plantory. The ball will feature a lineup of musicians, including Space Jesus as the headliner, and other artists such as Gitsum, Ellie Herring, Jamples, Johnny Conqueroo, Driftwood Gypsy, Chuch Puppy and Lancelott. In addition to the musical performances, ball-goers will get the chance to enjoy a fashion show in collaboration with the Lexington Fashion Collaborative. Another focal point of the ball will be art installations created by UK students. “Beaux Arts attempts to
FILE PHOTO BY ADAM PENNAVARIA I STAFF The Beaux Arts Ball is one of the most popular electronic music events for UK students.
FILE PHOTO BY ADAM PENNAVARIA I STAFF Beaux Arts Ball attendees danced throughout the night on April 11, 2015.
give a platform for design students to present their work in a setting outside the normal academic setting they encounter in their design education,” said Tara Prasad, executive director of the event and an architecture sophomore. “We try to provide a real-world situation in order to tie in and encourage these students to test out the reality of what their design work could be in an interactive setting.” For students who get hungry after hours of dancing, food trucks will be set up outside. To attend the event, guests need an ID that shows they are 18 or older, and a ticket, which costs $25 for general admission.
“All of the funds raised at Beaux Arts Ball go towards helping local charities and nonprofits, so we’re hoping that the Lexington community supports us in that vision and comes out to party with a purpose,” Gómez-Hidalgo said.
IF YOU GO This year’s annual Beaux Arts Ball will be held at Manchester Music Hall. Doors will open at 8 p.m., and music will begin at 9 p.m. and end at 2:30 a.m.
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If you’re anything like us at the Kernel, we’re counting down the days until Keeneland officially opens for the spring season (T-minus 24 hours, in case you were curious). Think about it: no Friday classes, plus a cute dress and all of your closest friends enjoying a beautiful Kentucky afternoon at the races. What could be better? To reduce the risk of FOMO (fear of missing out) or a Keeneland faux pas, follow our insider tips to get the most out of this year’s outings. College Scholarship Day, here we come. Do not wear heels. Take my word for it. Chances are, you
might be parking out by the grassy, tailgating areas, which can be a good 10 to 15 minute walk from the racetrack. Opt instead to wear wedges; you get all of the height, but none of the embarrassment of stuck or sinking heels. Always remember to grab sunglasses. These will be your best friend on those bright, sunny days at the track. They’ll keep you from squinting, but they’ll also shield your eyes as you watch your pick of the race speed toward the finish line. For bonus points, strap on a pair of croakies for a cute and convenient outfit addition. Crossbody purses are the only way to go. These bags are the perfect accessory for a day at the races. You won’t need to carry much anyway (cash/card, student ID, cell phone, lipstick and a
snack), and you’ll want to stay hands-free to take that Insta-worthy pic and carry all of the free stuff vendors will be handing out on College Scholarship Day. Eat lunch at home. Keeneland does sell food, but just like the soft serve ice cream cones at basketball games, it can be a little expensive. Grab a bagel on your way out the door, munch on a peanut butter sandwich on the drive over or pack a bag of cheese crackers in your purse for later. It’ll save you some money and besides, you’ll be too busy watching the races and spending time with friends to eat a full-blown meal. Bring a selfie stick. Though they first began as a joke of sorts, selfie sticks have become pretty popular. After all, they can be extremely useful. At Keeneland, you’ll see lots of students from campus, especially tomorrow. Capture the moments with everyone in your squad with your selfie stick.
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UK Army ROTC cadets learn crucial fundamentals
A cadet runs uphill during an ambush on a mock village. All but one cadet died during the fake attack on Saturday afternoon.
Experience with Army ROTC was mutually beneficial
Lt. Strickland teaches the cadets about how to set up proper troop formations before marching to a mock village.
By Will Wright news@kykernel.com
On Saturday afternoon, just before a group of about 20 cadets reached the village they were marching toward, an ambush struck. “Bang! Bang, bang! Bang, bang, bang!” rang out from the woods on their left. Two of the group’s soldiers fell dead, and one was wounded. The wounded soldier screamed for help, calling for a medic. “I’m dying, please help, please,” he screamed. The soldier’s calls were a glimpse of the reality the cadets may face after they graduate from UK as Army officers. For many of the cadets, the lessons they learned last weekend at Fort Knox during the UK Army ROTC’s annual training weekend could one day determine whether they live or die, but that did not stop them from having fun. When medics finally did come for their fallen comrade, the wounded student couldn’t help but smile as they dragged him to cover and pretended to save his life. The weekend consisted of a series of different training exercises, from obstacle courses to making deals with fake villagers. Different exercises served different purposes: obstacle courses boosted their confidence, tactical operations fine-tuned their understanding of troop formations, and interac-
tions with mock villages taught them how to win over the hearts and minds of locals. On Saturday, the mission was to find members of the South Atropian People’s Army, commonly referred to as SAPA, a fictitious terrorist group in the land of Atropia. ROTC units around the country use SAPA as their mock terrorist cell. Units of cadets made their way to a fake village where they would find some of their more senior peers playing the roles of fake villagers. There was a village leader, a trader, a doctor and so on. As it turned out, the doctor was a member of SAPA, but it took a couple of meetings with the villagers before the cadets were able to figure that out. Some meetings were rockier than others. At one point, the trader managed to walk off with one of the troop’s guns, and also with one of their rucksacks. This, obviously, was a big blunder when it came to interacting with locals. But the cadets learned and improved, at least in some ways, every time they returned to the village and had to interact with locals. “There’s nothing I can see more important than negotiating skills,” Lt. Col. Thomas Krupp said of the current state of the U.S. military. The ROTC has recently put much more of an emphasis on how soldiers should interact
“It’s all about attention to detail. Not paying attention to little stuff is what gets you killed.” Christian Vara Army ROTC cadet
Cadet Conover, left, and Dewey, right, maintain a perimeter while their platoon sets up a temporary base in the woods. CHEYENE
and negotiate with locals, Krupp said, because in Afghanistan and Iraq, soldiers need the help of locals to accomplish their missions. Winning hearts and minds is vital to the nation’s military success abroad, and because troops are the face of the U.S. to much of the world, the Army has made it a crucial part of their mission to train soldiers on how to do that. But to get to the villages where the locals live, soldiers must know the fundamentals of troop formation and how to respond to incoming fire. In the first ambush, 2nd Lt. Jonathan Strickland, who was helping instruct the cadets, said they responded poorly. The cadets did not communicate, and thus became easy targets for the enemy SAPA forces. “It’s all about attention to detail — that’s everything,” said Christian Vara, a business management senior and ROTC cadet. “Not paying attention to little stuff is what gets you killed.” On the second round of ambush training, the cadets were noticeably sharper, yelling commands clearly and communicating among themselves about which lines of troops were moving up, and who was providing supporting fire. The training weekend provided the cadets — some of whom will go on to be the face of the nation in foreign countries — the fundamentals that could save their lives, and the skills to work well with the locals they meet.
UK cadets march through the woods during a training exercise. The cadets walked miles throughout the day.
MILLER Managing Editor
The legendary journalist and Kentuckian Hunter S. Thompson was famous for making himself part of whatever story he was covering. This philosophy led him to spend a year of his life riding alongside the Hell’s Angels biker club while documenting their lifestyle.
Last weekend at the UK Army ROTC’s annual training at Fort Knox, a team of Kernel editors applied Thompson’s journalism philosophy, strapped on their boots, and hiked through the woods with members of America’s future military.
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We began the drive to Fort Knox at 4 a.m., which might be an easy task for disciplined military enthusiasts, but was more than a tall order for four coffee-addicted journalists. Shortly after arriving to the barracks, we were debriefed on the day’s agenda, meeting several of the camp’s commanding officers along the way. We then drove about 20 minutes into the woods and were dropped off with nothing more than our backpacks and notepads. For the rest of the day, we observed the highly regimented training of the UK cadets as they practiced all forms of survival skills, from formation and marching to responding to enemy contact.
UK cadets listen to Lt. Strickland as he teaches them how to interact with leaders of villages in foreign countries.
Perhaps the most impressive aspect of the training was a simulation organized to teach the future officers how to negotiate and interact with local leaders in foreign territory. During the staged simulation, cadets, particularly the commanding officers, were expected to interact with locals to find a mutually desirable solution, only using force when absolutely necessary. Their actions during the training certainly dispel many negative stereotypes of members of the Armed Forces — cadets who were acting as locals, for example, were discouraged from attempting to speak in Middle Eastern accents in order to remain culturally sensitive. Whether it was discussing terms with a village leader or responding to enemy fire, a common theme in the exercises was competent leadership — each situation was predicated on the commanding officer’s ability to direct, and when necessary, restrain his or her troops. The skills these cadets acquire will prove beneficial for them regardless of whether or not they make careers out of the military. Our only regret is that the experience only lasted one day. Short as it was, we feel more than fortunate to have caught a glimpse of the science and discipline that goes into today’s military training. Cheyene Miller is the managing editor of the Kentucky Kernel. Email opinions@kykernel.com
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First-generation students make up 18 percent of UK undergraduate population, face unique challenges By Katia Davis features@kykernel.com
First-generation college students are among the students who most need financial support and guidance in pursuing their degree. Many of these students have tough transitions and lack the necessary information that helps students succeed in college. According to imfirst.org, first-generation students make up 18 percent of the undergraduate student population at UK. Michael Cantrell, a sophomore pharmacy student, is a first-generation student who grew up in Magoffin County, Kentucky. He began his college career majoring in chemistry at Morehead State University and completed a bachelor’s degree there before coming to UK to go to pharmacy school. “My parents both, due to their specific circumstances, could not complete high school, but in place of that, to compensate for their lack of education, they both went straight into the workforce,” Cantrell said. “That always carried over and instilled in me a hard work ethic, and with that, I came to a realization that if there was going to be any good future for me, it would be resultant of a strong education.” According to a 2010-2014 Census report, the percentage of Magoffin County residents 25 and older who had earned a bachelor’s degree or higher is 8.5 percent. “I witnessed in high school people who were at a detriment, not because they were deserving of the detriment or lack of opportunities or access
…That was a large driving factor, and seeing my parents live paycheck-to-paycheck was also a significant influence. Because as a pharmacist, you don’t have to live that way,” Cantrell said. Cantrell said first-generation students are unique in the fact that they have to figure things out on their own as a
“That always carried over and instilled in me a hard work ethic.” Michael Cantrell First-generation student result of need, with little assistance and without a plan for their success. According to Lydia Wims, director of Student Support Services, many parents of first-generation students do not understand the rigors or college, and many expect students to be able to come home every weekend or always be able to answer their calls. “I believe the fact that they don’t understand the college process, a lot struggle before they get to college. Then, we began working with them, we noticed that a lot of them either haven’t filled out the FAFSA because they didn’t know they needed to or that they don’t understand what their financial aid package means when they got it,” Wims said. Many programs offer support to first-generation college students at UK, such as the First Scholars Program, Rob-
inson Scholars Program, Student Support Services and the Center for Academic Resources and Enrichment Services. These programs work to make sure that students succeed and stay in college and have even increased the retention rate among first-generation students at the university. “Being a first-generation student is a powerful story, because what we do know about first-generation students is that they’re very resilient, they’ve had to figure things out on their own for much of their life. They’re very hard working. Things haven’t come easily and they don’t expect any handouts or anything from anybody,” said Matthew Deffendall, director of the First-Generation Initiatives. Another UK program dedicated to helping first-generation students is the Robinson Scholars Program, a scholarship program that focuses on 29 counties in Eastern Kentucky. According to George Scott Jr., the college services coordinator for the Robinson Scholars Program, the goal of the program is to educate Eastern Kentucky students about college and provide them with various preparatory services, such as workshops, camps and retreats that help them in their transition to college. According to Scott, the program has around an 88 percent retention rate and an average GPA of approximately 3.3. “My advice for first-generation students ... would be to get involved on-campus,” Scott said. “There are tons of clubs and organizations and programs and research and education abroad and too many
PHOTO BY PROVIDED BY MICHAEL CANTRELL I STAFF Michael Cantrell, above, grew up in Magoffin County. His parents’ lack of college experience helped instilled in him the desire to become educated.
things that are offered for a student to have to stay in the library or in their room alone without being part of some social clubs and finding their niche on-campus.”
and guidance throughout their college career. For minority students, The Center for Academic Resources and Enrichment Services provides services to students
“My advice for first-generation students ... would be to get involved George Scott Jr. on campus.” College services coordinator for Robinson Scholars Programt
Similarly, the First Scholars program offers support to Kentucky residents by awarding 20 firstgeneration students who have enrolled at UK a scholarship of $5,000 and offering support
who are underrepresented within UK, such as students who are AfricanAmerican, Latino, American Indian, and William C. Parker recipients. “Our goal is to help the uni-
versity to retain and graduate underrepresented students,” said Toni Thomas, director of C.A.R.E.S. C.A.R.E.S. is an academic support unit under the auspices of the Office for Institutional Diversity. The program offers academic planning provided by program counselors, tutoring, assistance through individual meetings and workshops, and enrichment programs and activities. “Stick with it,” Cantrell said. “No matter how difficult it seems or how unappreciated you feel there will always be a time when that transpires and it will happen. It’ll come along, where your presence is appreciated, where your work is acknowledged and where you receive praise for what you have done.”
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Horse track handouts attract students More than $260,000 in scholarships has been awarded at Keeneland’s bi-annual College Day celebration By Elizabeth Thompson features@kykernel.com
With opportunities for college students, Keeneland College Day on Friday will likely attract many UK students hoping to score a scholarship. Keeneland’s scholarship day was started by the Kentucky Thoroughbred Asso-
bred Association had college day events on other tracks across the state before coming to Keeneland. “It is a great opportunity for us to give back to the students who come here,” Robic said. The event starts at 11 a.m., but Robic said students line up as early as 9 a.m. As an added incentive, the first
“We thank Jim and Linda McIngvale for this generous scholarship in his name.”Bill Thomason
Keeneland President and CEO
ciation in 2002. Keeneland hosts two college days every year. Since Keeneland and the Kentucky Thoroughbred Association started working together, students have received more than $260,000 to help them pay for higher education. The popularity of the event has grown into “such a wellknown event,” said Hayley Robic, promotions coordinator for college day. In fact, several thousand students are expected to be in attendence. The Kentucky Thorough-
2,000 students receive a free t-shirt or hat from Southern Proper or Kennedy’s Wildcat Den. “It is amazing how many kids come out,” Robic said. The work for Scholarship Day continues throughout the day itself. The racing department is in charge of selecting the riders and horses, while members of the coordinating staff are in charge of pulling winners throughout the day. Throughout the day, a scholarship, typically paid for by Keeneland and the Kentucky Thoroughbred As-
PHOTO BY MICHAEL REAVES I STAFF Horse racing fans view Keeneland’s racing at the spring meet last year. This year’s College Scholarship Day will offer more than $260,000 in scholarship money.
sociation, is pulled after each race. There is a total of 10 races. Jim and Linda McIngvale, owners of Runhappy, a thoroughbred racehorse, are giving $10,000 to help contribute to the scholarship funds to be awarded on Friday.
“Runhappy is a favorite among racing fans, and we thank Jim and Linda McIngvale for funding this generous scholarship in his name,” said Bill Thomason, Keeneland president and CEO, in a press release. The student who is award-
ed this considerable donation will be pulled after the eighth race of the day. There are also 20 different prize packs from different sponsors. One prize is an iPad Air given away by the Wyatt, that students can enter to win. Nine sponsors are
present at the event. There are two prizes given away after each race along with the scholarship. Students must be full-time and have their college ID to get in. The last race is at 6:03 p.m., and students can register until 5 p.m. for the final race.
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UK resident advisers always on call By Brady Trapnell
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It is about three in the morning and the phone starts to ring loud and clear. Someone on the other line says, “Hey sorry to wake you up, but we need you downstairs. A resident needs your help.” Late night scenarios, such as this, occur regularly for the majority of resident advisers on UK’s campus. Typically, in these situations, RA’s are needed to let someone in their room because they lost their key; however, sometimes they have to take on a more serious issue. These require a response that addresses the needs of the resident in the most professional way possible.
“Being an RA is a fun and unique experience, having the opportunity to live right there with residents making an impact,” Michael Kithcart, a nursing sophomore major and an RA in Champions Court II said. “From planning to organizing events, to checking in on people on a daily basis, I think it is a very unique experience to make an impact on a resident’s life.” According to the UK housing website, RA’s have a variety of responsibilities, such as being accessible to residents, building community on floors, and planning regular programs and activities. On top of all the responsibilities with the job, RA’s have to juggle school and a social life among many other things.
However, the experience is all worth it according to Susannah Gutierrez, an elementary education sophomore and RA in Champions Court I. “There has never been a time when I wish that I was not an RA,” Gutierrez said. “Just knowing that a lot of my residents come and knock on my door anytime makes me think, ‘wow, I am so glad that I have this job where I am able to be here for these girls that need me.’” Tristan Koerner, a communication sophomore and RA in Champions Court I, said that the opportunity to build community on a floor is one of the most meaningful aspects of the job for him. “The CI Connect LLP, which
is the living learning program that I am associated with, did a Thanksgiving meal together,” Koerner said. “They did the whole thing all themselves, I
Carrie Arrastia, an RA at Roselle Hall and a choral music education junior, said residence life can sometimes be chaotic and enforcing the rules is not a
“There has never been a time when I wish that I was not an RA.” Susannah Gutierrez
Elementary education sophomore
did not do a single thing. Just seeing them develop their own community and embrace their family as an LLP made me feel like a proud dad.”
fun thing to do for most RA’s. But the main purpose of the rules and regulations is to keep students safe. “We are here to hold stu-
dents accountable to the things that they agreed to when they decided to live in a residence hall,” Arristia said. “We are also here to help make students transition to college easier . . . we are here to be an ear when we need to be.” In the end, relationship and community building is the main focus for RA’s across campus. “We aren’t robots. We are here to promote and guide the academic and social success of every person that lives on this campus whether they live in our building or not,” Koerner said. “I really encourage any resident to get a close relationship with their RA, if possible. It allows for growth on both sides of the relationship because we grow as much as the residents do.”
PHOTO BY CAMERON SADLER I STAFF Michael Kithcart said he tries to make an impact on his residents.
PHOTO BY CAMERON SADLER I STAFF Susannah Gutierrez said she has never regretted being an RA.
Carrie Arrastia, above, said residence life can sometimes be chaotic, but the experience is rewarding.
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PHOTO BY TAYLOR PENCE I STAFF Tyler Ulis will arguably go down as one of the most beloved players during the John Calipari era and one of the most decorated point guards in UK history.
Ulis continues to exceed everyone’s expectations From the time he was young, UK’s 5’9” guard has been showing craftiness, love for the sport with his dedication, leadership skills
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make an NBA roster, but be a first round draft selection, was out of the question. The eight-year-old in Ulis probably wishes he had some candy riding on that assumption. As of Wednesday, he will be entering the NBA draft after just two years in a UK uniform and is projected to go as high as the lottery in some mock drafts. Rash assumptions constantly followed Ulis, eventually working their way from the blacktops to the hardwood once he started playing basketball in organized tournaments. The time that stands out to his father is when Ulis was facing a team from Iowa when he was 13 years old. At the time, it was excusable to not recognize the tiny Ulis as a basketball player if seen out in public, but this instance in particular was laughable in the eyes of James Ulis. “Tyler runs out on the court and a lady said, ‘Oh he is so cute. Aw, they must let him come warm up with the team,’” James Ulis said. Within minutes, Ulis crushed the woman’s expectations and any others like it. He went from younger sibling of one of the players to star of the show, dominating the matchup and eventually earning some swearing from the woman. Ulis carried that same chip on his shoulder in the 2013 Nike EYBL Peach Jam. In a matchup with the No. 1 point guard in the class Tyus Jones, Ulis failed to out-score Jones, tallying only 22 points to
Jones’ 24. Ulis did, however, showcase his floor general abilities in a big way, dishing out 17 assists in the game. “Sometimes when you play a tougher opponent or a better team, some kids sometimes don’t have it. We’ve all had games we don’t play well,” James Ulis said. “Tyler is just different in that matter. If it’s a big game, as you can see at Kentucky, he’s going to play better because he knows that.” Once on campus, Ulis continued to show that he was willing to take on any challenge. Whether it was standing up to 6’11”, 270-pound NBA star DeMarcus Cousins in a pickup game over the summer or his reputation of being a passfirst guard known for making the players around him better, Ulis quickly earned the respect of his teammates, and eventually Calipari himself. “I felt very comfortable since I started. All I had to do last year was throw the ball to Karl-(Anthony Towns) and run the offense,” Ulis said. “Cal trusted in me with calling the plays and running plays I wanted to run. He basically gave me the keys to do whatever I wanted.” The platoon system in his freshman season limited playing time, but Ulis still had enough time to become an instant fan favorite. He averaged 5.6 points and 3.6 assists per game in his backup role to Andrew Harrison, but a better representation of his contributions to the team showed in critical moments, such as the rivalry game against Louisville when he led the team in scoring with 14 points. Riding along on UK’s pursuit of perfection, Ulis’ first season came to a crashing halt following the loss to Wisconsin. As if the loss didn’t add enough hurt, he also had to deal with the departure of
seven teammates, including the other three members of his recruiting class. Despite being one of the few stragglers left on the team, Ulis used the opportunity to show what he could do with full reins of an offense, and fans — along with the national media — agreed that he didn’t disappoint. The additions of Jamal Murray and Isaiah Briscoe combined with Ulis to make a three-headed monster in the UK backcourt that greatly contrasted the twin towers the team had seen the previous year. Ulis led the team as a true floor general, putting himself in a position that reminded him some of his hustling days in Chicago. Ulis and his brother had a go-to play called “Pippen” when he was playing on the blacktops of Chicago. The play was just a simple high screen and roll, but it showed at a young age his determination to his craft. “He’s always been outsmarting people since he was that age, and he used to draw up plays,” James Ulis said. “He’s been a student of the game for a long time.” Ulis got to relive those old times with Calipari fully trusting him with the offense. The trust proved fruitful as Ulis averaged 17.3 points and seven assists per game and had nearly every coach gushing over his ability to control the pace and flow of the offense. The point guard even showed that he didn’t necessarily need Calipari’s guidance for the offense. After Calipari was ejected against South Carolina, the scrappy point guard took control of the UK offense, guiding the Cats to a 89-62 victory. Ulis added 27 points and 12 assists in the win. Along with being a leader, Ulis also showed up when the stakes were highest. In his second game against Louisville, Ulis cemented his name in rivalry history after putting on another impressive performance with 21 points and 8
assists. Coming off an SEC Tournament that saw him tally a career-high 30 points in the overtime victory over Texas A&M for the title and earn MVP honors, Ulis continued to power the Cats well into March. Following an easy win over Stony Brook in the opening round, UK was given all it could handle by Indiana. The Hoosiers ended up overwhelming the Cats, but Ulis did not let the season die easily. The point guard scored eight points in the last 1:08 of the game. Ulis finished with a game-high 27 points in his last time wearing a UK uniform. With his UK career behind him, Ulis is now faced with his next big challenge of being drafted and making his way to the NBA. With players like the Celtics’ Isaiah Thomas carving out a path for smaller players to succeed, Ulis has a chance to become the third player 5’9” or shorter to be drafted in the first round. Ulis knows the transition will be hard adjusting to the speed and athleticism in the league. Making it in the NBA will be a lifelong dream come true, but instead Ulis is most looking forward to keeping his former teammates from teasing him. “Well, you know (Devin) Book(er), Karl-(Anthony Towns) and those guys still tease me every day about still being in college, still going to class, still being a college boy,” Ulis said. “But it will be fun to go up there in those levels and just play with the best people in the world.” From the park courts of Chicago to Rupp Arena, Ulis was always the biggest believer in himself. The tiny Ulis who played for money to buy candy is the last person people would point to if asked who could become an all-time UK great, but that is just because no one was asking him.
Ulis commits to UK, Sept. 13, 2013 As a four-star guard from Chicago, Ulis became the second commit in John Calipari’s 2014 recruiting class. First offical game, Nov. 14, 2014 Ulis threw on the blue and white for the first time against Grand Canyon, recording five points and two assists.
Unexpected hero, Dec. 27, 2014 In a rivarly full of unexpected heroes, Ulis comes off the bench to score 14 points in the win against UofL. Title hopes diminished, April 4, 2015 Ulis scores six points in the loss to Wisconsin in the Final Four, ending the pursuit of perfection.
Returns for sophomore season, April 9, 2015 After the pursuit of perfection fell short, Ulis watched seven of his teammates declare for the NBA Draft. Scores career-high, March 13, 2016 In the SEC Championship against Texas A&M, Ulis led UK to an overtime win behind a career-high 30 points.
Sets new assist record, March 17, 2016 In the first round game against Stony Brook, Ulis broke John Wall’s UK record for most assists in a season.
Final game as a Cat, March 19, 2016 Tyler Ulis scored 27 points. and dished 3 assists in the Second Round upset loss in the NCAA Tournament. Ulis declares for the NBA, April 6, 2016 Ulis announced he will declare for the 2016 NBA Draft and plans to sign an agent.