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Photos by]ohn Sommers 11
Crisp fall foliage and tailgate parties at Commonwealth Sta- he was pleased that the book is being released in the early fall be-
dium, pristine snow on walkways that softly crunches under each fore the 2008 UK Homecoming week. “1t’s a special time of the
fo otstep, colorful tulips and crocus lining the flower beds at year when so many alumni return to campus to reconnect with the
Maxwell Place, and the lush green expanse of manicured lawns — university. For many, those student years at UK provided some of
all evoke the life that exists year-round on the campus ofthe Uni- the happiest moments of their lives? he said. “This book is a way
versity of Kentucky, for alumni and friends of the university to take a little bit of UK
A new coffee-table book captures all these visual elements that back home with them — a visual way to remember the University
abound at UK throughout each ofthe four seasons. The UK of Kentucky.”
Alumni Association was fortunate to be able to partner with DSA Nestled in the heart of Kentucky’s scenic Bluegrass Region, UK
Publishing during its pursuit ofthe creation of a beautiful keep- was founded in 1865 as a land-grant university. From its begin-
sake book, containing approximately 190 images ofthe central nings with only 190 students and 10 professors, UK’s campus now
Kentucky campus. Photographer ]ohn Sommers 11 of Louisville covers more than 700 acres in Lexington and is home to more
spent countless hours on campus documenting its beauty for this than 27,000 students.
special project. “Until 1 started this assignment, 1 had no idea the The UK Alumni Association encourages all alumni to stay con-
campus had such architectural beauty When you combine that nected with their university throughout their lifetime. This won-
with the picturesque landscaping, it was an enjoyable project for derful book was created to help alumni strengthen that bond.
me,” he said. These images encompass the spirit of every Wildcat. Memories of
NBC sp ortscaster and UK alumnus Tom Hammond wrote an the University of Kentucky begin with the classic beauty of cam-
introduction to the book that provides readers with a personal in- pus and all who attend appreciate the people, the events, and the
sight to his relationship with the University of Kentucky campus. academic experiences that uniquely transform their lives.
The over-sized, full-color book also includes selected images that Kentucky Alumni magazine presents a sampling of images here
showcase the beauty ofthe Bluegrass Region and Kentucky’s long- for your enjoyment from “S€€blU€.”The hard-bound volume is
standing relationship with the magnihcent Thoroughbred. available for purchase by visiting seeblueukalumni.com or calling
Stan Key executive director ofthe UK Alumni Association, said 888-747-7865 ext 302. Enjoy!
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