"Expressions of Courage" Art Exhibit at Markey this Friday

LEXINGTON, Ky. (June 6, 2016) — This Friday, hundreds of patients, friends and family of patients, and University of Kentucky faculty and staff will gather in the University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center courtyard to participate in "Expressions of Courage," a creative exhibit celebrating the work of those who have been affected by cancer.

This year's event will feature the creative work of more than 40 participants. 

Exhibits include visual art, poetry readings, dance exhibitions, and vocal and instrumental performances by patients, survivors, and friends and family.

Art displays of survivor contributions will go on display Wednesday in the Combs Atrium Building of the UK Markey Cancer Center. The official celebration begins Friday late morning with a full schedule of events, including:

·      11 a.m.: Registration and viewing of art exhibits

·      11:30 a.m.: Lunch for all attendees

·      Noon: Welcoming remarks

·      12:15 p.m.: Keynote speech by cancer survivor Dr. Tim Mullett

·      12:45 p.m.: Vocal and literary performances

·      2:45 p.m.: Closing remarks

This event is open to the public and all are welcome to come view the artwork and performances.

UK is the University for Kentucky. At UK, we are educating more students, treating more patients with complex illnesses and conducting more research and service than at any time in our 150-year history. To read more about the UK story and how you can support continued investment in your university and the Commonwealth, visit uky.edu/uk4ky. #uk4ky #seeblue

MEDIA CONTACT: Allison Perry, (859) 323-2399 or allison.perry@uky.edu