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University of Kentucky

University information
NameUniversity of Kentucky
MottoSee Blue
Established1865
TypeFlagship Public University
Land-grant University
Endowment$778.89 million
PresidentDr. Lee T. Todd, Jr.
ProvostDr. Kumble R. Subbaswamy
Staff11,546
Students27,209
Under graduates19,292
Post graduates7,090
CityLexington
StateKentucky
CountryUnited States
CampusUrban, 784 acres (3.17 km2)
Athletics21 varsity teams, called "Wildcats"
ColorsBlue and White ¦    
Athletic nicknameWildcats
Mascot"Blue," "The Wildcat," "Big Blue," "Scratch"
AffiliationsSoutheastern Conference
Websitewww.uky.edu

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The University of Kentucky, also known as UK, is a public co-educational university and is one of the state's two land-grant universities, located in Lexington, Kentucky. Founded in 1865 by John Bowman as the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Kentucky, the university is the largest in the Commonwealth by enrollment, with 27,171 students, and is also the highest ranked research university in the state, according to U.S. News and World Report.

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With everyone in the house thinking Spurrier will run it up the middle on 3rd and short, Spurrier calls a great trick play and gets a TD out of it.
2.47 min. | 4.84 user rating		 Many students (including myself) did not know about this until moments before it happened. I am not associated with the organization or execution of this activity, nor do I condone it. About the Library: The $58 million William T. Young Library covers 365000 sq. feet - more than six football fields. The six-story library shelves 1.2 million books on more than 37 miles of shelf space and seats over 4000 patrons. The William T. Young Library has the largest materials endowment among public universities in the United States. April 29, 2009. University of Kentucky William T. Young Library Student Flash Mob During Finals Week
9.90 min. | 3.92 user rating		 Here is the Washington Wizards #1 Draft pick, John Wall, showing out in high school before the NBA and the University of Kentucky.
2.03 min. | 4.93 user rating		 University of Kentucky safety Marcus McClinton performs his "Believe" rap prior to the UK vs. Arkansas football game on Sept. 22, 2007.
0.58 min. | 4.75 user rating		 Coed D1A Cheer Champions 2009 Finals Performance UCA Nationals 2009 I do not claim the rights to the music
2.55 min. | 4.89 user rating
One of the best dunks of the year, if not the best.
0.22 min. | 4.30 user rating		 www.fileden.com lyrics: Here he goes in transition, switch your defenders position Another stat for addition whether hes dunkin or dishin Opponents ankles are breakin meanwhile his jump shots are swishin Think you can stop him, youre wishing, once John Wall hits the ignition Ladies and Gentlemen John Wall has arrived Watch closely, you still will not believe your eyes Expect greatness and youll still be surprised He doesnt shoot, he scores. He doesnt jump, he flies. With more beast in him than a grizzly bear And more highlights than a strippers hair. No one wants to guard him, his defenders scared And when hes in the lane all they do is stare Prepare to bear witness to a shooting star How often does a center alley-oop to the point guard? Everybody wants a piece of John. His A-game is on, soon as the game comes on When he touches the ball, all youre left with is awe Watch a dunk by John Wall then try to pick up your jaw Take it to the hole or let the jump shot fall Not even Ronald Reagan could tear down this Wall Player of the year, other players struck with fear Now the number 2000 makes a Tar Heel shed a tear Roy Williams, what ya say? How come you wouldnt let him play? Would he not fit in at Carolina today? Hey, the great Wall of Kentucky might not be here to stay But one year is all you need for a banner anyway. John Wall dominates like the greats before On the road, at home, or on a neutral floor Dont even worry bout the end as long as Wall is in And its an automatic <b>...</b>
3.08 min. | 4.84 user rating		 University of Kentucky Point Guard John Wall...The Next in tha Making...Next #1 NBA Draft Pick
4.15 min. | 4.46 user rating		 Full season highlights of John Wall at the University of Kentucky. All video is property of its respective owners: ESPN, CBS, ABC, SEC Network.
5.95 min. | 4.93 user rating		 University of Kentucky's 2008-2009 UCA skills tape that earned them first place in the South region. It took a little longer this year...2 1/2 weeks instead of the ususal 2 (they had a football game) deleted scenes at the end
3.85 min. | 4.90 user rating

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UK assistant Payne braces for meeting with alma mater Louisville - Lexington Herald Leader Tweet this news
Lexington Herald Leader--The -University of Kentucky- arranged a meeting last summer for new assistant coach Kenny Payne and reporters to get acquainted. Inevitably, and immediately ... - Date : Wed, 29 Dec 2010 21:06:41 GMT+00:00
Jeffersonville's basketball water taxi to end after Friday's game - Louisville Courier-Journal Tweet this news
Louisville Courier-Journal--Center will end after Friday's -University of Kentucky- game. “It wasn't getting the ridership,” Jeffersonville Mayor Tom Galligan said Wednesday. ... - Date : Thu, 30 Dec 2010 01:10:31 GMT+00:00
Small lineup spurs Kentucky rout of Coppin State 91-61 - Louisville Courier-Journal Tweet this news
Louisville Courier-Journal--John Calipari and the -University of Kentucky- have a big game on Friday, but the Wildcats went small Tuesday night. The Cats blasted Coppin State 91-61 at ... - Date : Wed, 29 Dec 2010 06:19:01 GMT+00:00
Astronomer Sues the University of Kentucky, Claiming His Faith Cost Him a Job - New York Times Tweet this news
New York Times--The -University of Kentucky- hired someone else. And Dr. Gaskell sued the institution. Whether his faith cost him the job and whether certain religious ... - Date : Sat, 18 Dec 2010 18:52:20 GMT+00:00
Man who shot himself charged with Mercer homicide - Lexington Herald Leader Tweet this news
Lexington Herald Leader--He was later transferred to -University of Kentucky- Chandler Hospital. Kelty said he could not provide information on Kelley's condition. ... - Date : Wed, 29 Dec 2010 23:36:59 GMT+00:00
Kentucky football's QB Mike Hartline arrested after alleged assault - Louisville Courier-Journal Tweet this news
Louisville Courier-Journal---University of Kentucky- quarterback Mike Hartline was arrested early Friday and pleaded not guilty to charges of disorderly conduct and alcohol intoxication ... - Date : Sun, 12 Dec 2010 00:41:05 GMT+00:00
Registration Open for Kentucky Breeders' Short Course - TheHorse.com Tweet this news
TheHorse.com--Registration is now open for the second annual Kentucky Breeders' Short Course, hosted by the -University of Kentucky- College of Agriculture in partnership ... - Date : Mon, 13 Dec 2010 17:05:09 GMT+00:00
Upper Room's Purvis chooses Louisville - News & Observer Tweet this news
News & Observer--Wall, a similarly sized point guard at Word of God Christian, played one year at the -University of Kentucky- before being the first player chosen in this ... - Date : Sun, 12 Dec 2010 11:43:32 GMT+00:00
Kentucky basketball's Brandon Knight named SEC Freshman of the Week - Louisville Courier-Journal Tweet this news
Louisville Courier-Journal---University of Kentucky- point guard Brandon Knight on Monday was named Southeastern Conference Freshman of the Week. Knight averaged 19 points, 5.0 rebounds ... - Date : Mon, 13 Dec 2010 17:10:07 GMT+00:00
Rick Minter headed to UK - Cincinnati.com (blog) Tweet this news
Cincinnati.com (blog)--The deadline to apply for two assistant coaching positions with the -University of Kentucky's- football program is today. Former UC head football coach Rick ... - Date : Mon, 13 Dec 2010 15:03:55 GMT+00:00

University of Kentucky

AcademicsColleges: Business and Economics * Dentistry * Design * Engineering * Law * Medicine * Pharmacy
Other: Digital Classicist * Kentucky Geological Survey * Martin School * Patterson School of Diplomacy and International Commerce * Spinal Cord and Brain Injury Research Center
AthleticsSoutheastern Conference * Baseball * Basketball (Men's � Women's) * Basketbowl * "Big Blue Nation" * Big Blue Sports Network * Cheerleading Squad * Cliff Hagan Stadium * Commonwealth Stadium * Football (Governor's Cup) * Joe Craft Center * Kentucky Fight * Kentucky �Louisville rivalry * Kentucky Wildcats * Memorial Coliseum * On, On, U of K * Stoll Field/McLean Stadium * UK Soccer Complex * University Club of Kentucky * Wildcat Marching Band
CampusArboretum * Art Museum * Botanical Garden * Buildings * Maine Chance Farm * Residence Halls
PeopleAlumni * Athletic Directors * Faculty * Presidents * Lee T. Todd, Jr. (President)
Student lifeFraternities * The Kentucky Kernel * Sororities * WRFL-FM * WUKY-FM
MiscellaneousLinux Athlon Testbed * Solar Car Team * Transportation Center

Kentucky Higher Education

Postsecondary Education ProgramsKentucky Council on Postsecondary Education * Project Graduate * KnowHow2GOKy * Kentucky Virtual Campus * Kentucky Virtual Library
Public UniversitiesEastern Kentucky University * Kentucky State University * Morehead State University * Murray State University * Northern Kentucky University * University of Kentucky * University of Louisville * Western Kentucky University
Private Colleges and UniversitiesAlice Lloyd College * Asbury University * Asbury Theological Seminary * Bellarmine University * Berea College * Brescia University * Campbellsville University * Centre College * Clear Creek Baptist Bible College * Frontier School of Midwifery and Family Nursing * Georgetown College * Kentucky Christian University * Kentucky Mountain Bible College * Kentucky Wesleyan College * Lexington Theological Seminary * Lindsey Wilson College * Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary * Mid-Continent University * Midway College * Pikeville College * Saint Catharine College * Simmons College * Southern Baptist Theological Seminary * Spalding University * Spencerian College * Sullivan University * Thomas More College * Transylvania University * Union College * University of the Cumberlands
Community and/or Technical CollegesAshland * Big Sandy * Bluegrass * Bowling Green * Elizabethtown * Gateway * Hazard * Henderson * Hopkinsville * Jefferson * Madisonville * Maysville * Owensboro * Somerset * Southeast Kentucky * West Kentucky

Southeastern Conference (SEC)

Eastern DivisionFlorida Gators * Georgia Bulldogs * Kentucky Wildcats * South Carolina Gamecocks * Tennessee Volunteers & Lady Vols * Vanderbilt Commodores
Western DivisionAlabama Crimson Tide * Arkansas Razorbacks & Lady'Backs * Auburn Tigers * LSU Tigers * Mississippi State Bulldogs * Ole Miss Rebels



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