events
| Date & Time | Event | Location |
| Saturday, August 22, 2009 through Friday, August 28, 2009 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. |
The HAPA Project As an outgrowth of a national project to raise awareness Patio about this nation's rich ethnic/cultural diversity, about this nation's rich ethnic/cultural diversity, participation in the HAPA Project can be an important first step in a student's journey to self discovery-the very essence of the college experience. We invite you to participate in this fascinating project by asking a simple, yet profound question - "Who are you?" Answer it however you would like. Your answer and photo will be displayed in the HAPA Gallery on the Cultural Center windows. You'll learn a lot about the people who make up the rich cultural tapestry that is your university! Sponsored by the Martin Luther King, Jr. Cultural Center. |
Student Center Patio |
| Sunday, August 23, 2009 8:00 p.m. - Midnight |
Student Center SpectacularStudent Center Spectacular showcases the Student Center and the involvement opportunities housed within it. In addition to a comedian magician, an interactive game show, a tattoo artist, and a make your own music video studio, students will be able to design and decorate their own mask to represent themselves. These masks will be collected and displayed as an exhibit titled "The Colors of UK" during author James McBride's visit to campus in October. Sponsored by the Student Activities Board. |
Student Center |
| Tuesday, August 25, 2009 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. |
Common Reading DiscussionAll new students will participate in a small-group discussion of the book led by an upperclass student and a faculty/staff member. Sponsored by the Office of New Student & Parent Programs. |
Various |
| Tuesday, August 25, 2009 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
We Are UKWe Are UK is an exciting event that celebrates the uniqueness of the UK community. This festival will include a variety of free food from Kentucky and from around the world. You'll also see live performances ranging from hip hop to country, poetry to debate, and other random talents from UK students. Sponsored by the Office of New Student & Parent Programs. |
Behind Memorial Hall |
| Thursday, September 10, 2009 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. (lecture) 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (reception) |
"From Hazard to Haifa" An Evening with UK Alum Bill Davis Come hear how the son of a Kentucky coal miner became the second person in the state to sign up for the Peace Corps, graduated from UK College of Law, and served in a variety of high profile legal positions all before co-founding a $16 million a year international judicial consulting firm. Anyone looking for a "greater calling" is certain to find motivation in this presentation. Sponsored by the Office of New Student & Parent Programs. |
William T. Young Library Auditorium (lecture) Gallery (reception) |
| Friday, September 18, 2009 11:00 a.m. - Noon |
Second Life Information & Training Session Want to learn more about Second Life? Come learn about how the virtual world is being used for education on campus, create an account, explore the University of KY Island, and gear up for the Common Reading Discussion in Second Life on Monday, October 12.  Hosted by UK Libraries. Moderated by Beth Kraemer. |
William T. Young Library |
| Friday, September 18, 2009 5:00 p.m. |
"Good Enough to Eat" Contest: Registration Deadline |
The McConnell Center |
| Monday, September 28, 2009 7:00 pm |
Final Word (Dr. Beth E. Barnes/"There's Such a Lot of the World to See: Why You REALLY Need to Get on a Plane) As we learned in The Color of Water, people are not always who they seem. There are many intricate layers of a person's identity, not limited to occupation, lifestyle, and hobbies. Final Word is a series that allows UK faculty and staff to speak on any topic they choose, typically an engaging issue and/or hot topic. Many faculty and staff members are able to showcase their hobbies and pastimes at these lectures, which allows students to see them in a different light.  Sponsored by Student Activities Board. |
William T. Young Library Auditorium (lecture) |
| Tuesday, September 29, 2009 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
"Good Enough to Eat" Contest: Entries Due As part of Banned Books Week, the McConnell Center is hosting the "Good Enough to Eat" contest, where students, faculty, and staff can submit edible creations that represent children's books. Support children's literacy by creating an edible entry that represents your favorite children's book, or one related to The Color of Water. Sponsored by UK Library CATS. |
The McConnell Center 504 King Library Bldg. |
| Tuesday, September 29, 2009 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
"Good Enough to Eat" Contest Event As part of Banned Books Week, support children's literacy by pay $2 to judge and eat the edible creations submitted as part of the "Good Enough to Eat" contest. Sponsored by UK Library CATS. |
The McConnell Center |
| Thursday, October 1, 2009 7:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. |
"The Color of Water: Meditations on Identity" An Evening with The Color of Water Author James McBride Attend an intimate lecture from author James McBride regarding his search for identity. (Note: This event is open to all UK students, faculty, and staff; and seating is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.)   Sponsored by the Office of New Student and Parent Programs. Brought to you with assistance from Wildcat Student Television. |
Singletary Center for the Arts Concert Hall Recital Hall (overflow seating) |
| Monday, October 12, 2009 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
Common Reading Discussion in Second Life (Virtual) Join UK students, faculty, and staff in an "in world" discussion of The Color of Water on the virtual University of KY Island. (Note: Login to Second Life required.) Click here for more information. Hosted by UK Libraries. Moderated by Miranda Hines. |
Virtual WTY Library University of KY Island |
| Monday, October 12, 2009 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. |
Common Reading Discussion in Second Life (Real Life) Not interested in logging into Second Life just yet? Then comeobserve the "in world" discussion. Staff will be on hand to answer questions about Second Life, the Common Reading Experience, and possible educational uses of Second Life. Click here for more information. Hosted by UK Libraries. Moderated by Beth Kraemer. |
William T. Young Library Gallery |
| Monday, October 12, 2009 8:00 p.m. |
Diversity Dialogue (Topic: Inter-Racial Dating) The Diversity Dialogues series gives students an outlet to speak their minds, to have a constructive conversation about intriguing topics, and to appreciate information from many different perspectives. Join students, faculty, and staff in talking about the aspects of each of us as individuals, and all of us together as a campus, unique. As discussed in The Color of Water, there are many "colors," traits, characteristics, and identities on this campus that together form the University of Kentucky; let's learn about and celebrate them together!  Sponsored by Student Activities Board. |
Student Center Grand Ballroom |
| Monday, October 19, 2009 7:00 p.m. |
Final Word (Speaker/Topic: TBD) As we learned in The Color of Water, people are not always who they seem. There are many intricate layers of a person's identity, not limited to occupation, lifestyle, and hobbies. Final Word is a series that allows UK faculty and staff to speak on any topic they choose, typically an engaging issue and/or hot topic. Many faculty and staff members are able to showcase their hobbies and pastimes at these lectures, which allows students to see them in a different light. Sponsored by Student Activities Board. |
William T. Young Library Auditorium |
| Wednesday, October 28, 2009 7:00 p.m. |
INCOGNITO by Michael Fosberg What would you do if you suddenly found out you were not whoyou thought you were? Like James McBride, author of TheColor of Water, Michael Fosberg discovered after 32 years of life a hidden family history. Come see how this one-man play about his life will lead you to discover your own perceptions about identity, race, diversity, stereotypes, familial relationships, family history, adoption, and divorce. For more information, check out www.incognitotheplay.com. Sponsored by the Martin Luther King, Jr. Cultural Center. |
Student Center Center Theater |
| Monday, November 16, 2009 7:00 p.m. |
Diversity Dialogue (Topic: OBAMA-Nation) The Diversity Dialogues series gives students an outlet to speak their minds, to have a constructive conversation about intriguing topics, and to appreciate information from many different perspectives. Join students, faculty, and staff in talking about the aspects of each of us as individuals, and all of us together as a campus, unique. As discussed in The Color of Water, there are many "colors," traits, characteristics, and identities on this campus that together form the University of Kentucky; let's learn about and celebrate them together! Sponsored by Student Activities Board. |
Student Center Small Ballroom |