Student and fans flooded the field celebrating a win over Tennessee in UK’s last home game of 2011. (Aaron Borton, UK Athletics)
Late Saturday afternoon, the University of Kentucky will officially welcome a new group of students. Afterward, the newest Wildcats and all other students will have the opportunity to show support for their peers that will take the field in Commonwealth Stadium.President Eli Capilouto will lead the New Student Induction Ceremony in Memorial Coliseum on Saturday. At 4 p.m., the start of a new school year will be commemorated in front of parents, families and guests. With such a large portion of the student body gathered, the UK Athletics ticket office will be open for special hours. Football student season tickets will be on sale in Memorial from 4:45 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Saturday. Additionally, single-game tickets for UK’s Family Weekend matchup with Mississippi State on Oct. 6 will be available.