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Kentucky women authors to share stories of struggle and hope during 15th annual festival

March 1, 2021

A thoughtful commentary on the segregation of swimming pools and stereotypes of African Americans and swimming is told through one young woman’s journey, from being told not to get into the pool to competing on Central High School’s swim team.

A look back at UofL's women's history

March 1, 2021

In 1907, UofL’s College of Liberal Arts opened on West Broadway, offering more than a dozen departments and admitting “both ladies and gentlemen.” The first graduating class in 1908 was comprised of 10 women and eight men, according to “The Univer

UofL medical students encourage youth affected by violence to become future healers

February 25, 2021

High rates of violence have plagued Louisville in recent years, escalating sharply in 2020. Students in the UofL School of Medicine are working to combat patterns of violence with action.