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How do You Dispose of Old, Worn US Flags? Learn From a UK ROTC Ceremony Thursday

By Kathy Johnson

What is the proper way to dispose of an American flag? You can find out this week as University of Kentucky Air Force ROTC cadets conduct a flag retirement ceremony at 4:45 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 14, in front of UK's Main Building.

A special uniformed Honor Guard detail will execute the official disposal of two worn flags — one that flew outside the UK's Main Building and another that was given to the ROTC for retirement.

Evolution and Creationism in Kentucky Discussed by Expert Eugenie Scott

By Gail Hairston

On Wednesday, Sept. 13, Eugenie C. Scott, a nationally recognized physical anthropologist and an expert on evolution and creationism, will deliver the preliminary address for the University of Kentucky College of Arts and Sciences’ series “Year of Civics and Citizenship in the 21st Century: Keys to our Common Future.”

The title of her lecture is “Evolution and Creationism in Kentucky.”

Latin American Festival

With live music, dance, visual arts, and authentic cuisine, there is plenty to explore and enjoy over this two-day event. 

 

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Downtown Lexington - Robert F. Stephens Courthouse Plaza

Latin American Festival

With live music, dance, visual arts, and authentic cuisine, there is plenty to explore and enjoy over this two-day event.  Friday night is tropical night and will include authentic Latino foods, live music, and dancing.  The festival is presented by Lexington Parks & Recreation and the Foundation for Latin American and Latino Culture and Arts.

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Location:
Downtown Lexington - Robert F. Stephens Courthouse Plaza

Education Abroad Fair

This annual event is open to all UK students and faculty interested in learning more about education abroad opportunities available at the university.  At the fair, students will be able to explore the multitude of program options, such as study, intern, research, service and tech abroad programs, plus domestic and international exchanges.  Faculty, advisors, and program representatives will be available to speak about the global opportunities for different majors.  In addition, representatives from other campus resources, such as the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships, James W. Stuckert Career Center, and Wildcat Passport Acceptance Facility, will be present at the fair to share their services that can assist students in the education abroad process.

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The Hub at the William T. Young Library
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