Lots of small experiments are running on campus, but not much more.

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Companies are holding "American Idol"-esque singing contests, sponsoring dating events, constructing libraries and karaoke rooms on campus, and organizing small dinners between managers and top workers.

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For the small number of companies that specialize in on-campus student housing, the University of Kentucky deal could be the spark needed to energize the industry.

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Some small technology firms in the temporary Enterprise Precinct and Innovation Campus won't be able to afford the inner city even if they want to be there, says Wil McLellan, founder of Stickman Studios.

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