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(Kentucky Kernel) (U-WIRE) LEXINGTON, Ky. -- Interracial dating is an integral part of race-relation discussions, said University of Kentucky students at a forum Wednesday night.

Students explored topics surrounding interracial dating and race relations at an event sponsored by Pi Beta Psi sorority and the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity.

"We feel this issue is very pertinent to our campus right now," said Julia Whitten, president of Pi Beta Psi. "These two groups are trying to break down walls."

Whitten said talks were needed to soothe UK's racially divided campus.

About 150 people attended the discussion, moderated by Alan Desantis, a ...

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