LEXINGTON, Ky., - Josh Ehl, of Lexington, with a double major in natural resources and environmental sciences in the University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment and philosophy, was one of 12  undergraduate students selected as scholars in the Gaines Fellowship Program.

The Gaines Fellowship is presented in recognition of outstanding academic performance, demonstrated ability to conduct independent research, an interest in public issues and a desire to enhance understanding of the human condition through the humanities. Founded in 1984 by a generous gift from John and Joan Gaines, the Gaines Center for the Humanities functions as a laboratory for imaginative and innovative education on UK’s campus. The Gaines Center is designed to enrich the study of the humanities at the University of Kentucky.

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