‘Not who we are.’ UK President Eli Capilouto’s campus email on cheerleading probe
Dear Campus Community, A commitment we make and renew every day at the University of Kentucky is that the success of our students is at the center of everything that … Click to Continue »
Depressed, dissatisfied by virtual learning. Survey shows KY students troubled by COVID-19.
A group of Kentucky high school students want to know how their peers are navigating school at home during the COVID-19 crisis, so they’re polling thousands of other teens to … Click to Continue »
‘We’re sorry,’ Kentucky president apologizes to parents of the cheerleading squad
When asked what he would say to parents of the cheerleading squad, President Eli Capilouto apoligized and and said that new measures put in place will provide oversight to prevent past inappropriate activities to take place in the future. … Click…
‘It’s a new day for UK cheerleading,’ officials announce at press conference
Sandy Bell, Executive Associate Director of UK Athletics, said the department is working to create the infrastructure for the cheerleader squad to come under their jurisdiction. UK is currently conducting a national search for a new coach. … Clic…
UK provost provides details of the nudity, hazing activities cheer squad members participated in
The three-month investigation began in early February after a family member of a cheerleader came forward and alleged inappropriate behavior by squad members and poor oversight from coaches, the release stated. … Click to Continue »
Kentucky announces firings of Jomo Thompson, cheer team coaches after nudity, hazing investigation
University of Kentucky officials announced the firing of four coaches of the nationally recognized cheerleading team and the resignation of a high-level university attorney after members took part in hazing activities, alcohol use and public nudity. &#…
UK Cheerleading Head Coach Jomo Thompson
See the legacy of UK Cheerleading Head Coach Jomo Thompson. … Click to Continue »
What’s open in Kentucky right now, what’s not and the rules of engagement
The state of Kentucky has begun measures to reopen its economy using a phased approach. As Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear continues to urge Kentuckians to follow federal and state protocols … Click to Continue »
Kentucky schools could see big changes when they reopen. State issues ‘starting point.’
Kentucky should prepare for mass changes in the ways schools operate, including sudden closures or rapid transitions to remote learning as K-12 campuses open in the fall, state education officials … Click to Continue »
Horse Park parade, downtown light show. How Fayette County will honor 2020 graduates.
A musical light show tribute to the Class of 2020 in downtown Lexington and car parades at the Kentucky Horse Park are among the progressive celebration planned for public high … Click to Continue »
University of Kentucky reveals campus reopening options and asks for public feedback
University of Kentucky administrators offered the public a first glimpse at the university’s potential fall restart plans in a campuswide email sent Wednesday night. Three planning teams — comprised of … Click to Continue »
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