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Illustration showing the subjects of Randall Fuller’s book: Elizabeth Palmer Peabody, Margaret Fuller, Sophia Peabody Hawthorne, Mary Moody Emerson and Lydia Jackson Emerson.
A University of Kansas researcher sketches the lives of "Five Remarkable Women" who founded America’s first homegrown literary, philosophical movement before being overshadowed by the male writers they inspired.

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Illustration showing the subjects of Randall Fuller’s book: Elizabeth Palmer Peabody, Margaret Fuller, Sophia Peabody Hawthorne, Mary Moody Emerson and Lydia Jackson Emerson.

'Bright Circle’ illuminates role of women in American intellectual tradition

A University of Kansas researcher sketches the lives of "Five Remarkable Women" who founded America’s first homegrown literary, philosophical movement before being overshadowed by the male writers they inspired.
Leaping dancers pictured in a scene from the musical West Side Story.

Authors unearth layers of meaning in ‘West Side Story’

New perspectives in “The Cambridge Companion to ‘West Side Story'” surprise even its co-editor, a KU professor emeritus of music who has made a career out of studying the Broadway musical.
An image of football players' hands touching the ground as they line up for a play.

Study examines differences in strength by position among football players

A KU study is setting the stage to determine if there are differences in strength by position among college football players. Results showed there were differences in body type, as well as other factors, among player types that could help improve strength training for athletes.
Man standing at right, operating a camera, interviewing woman seated at left.

Film aims to build support for trauma care in Africa

Documentary focuses on doctors struggling to meet demand for trauma care in Africa, and efforts of KU Med Center doctor, colleagues to help

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Documentary focuses on doctors struggling to meet demand for trauma care in Africa, and efforts of KU Med Center doctor, colleagues to help
Valentino Stella, University Distinguished Professor Emeritus at the University of Kansas, assisted in developing Vyalev, a new Parkinson's drug therapy marketed by pharmaceutical firm AbbVie.
A financial analyst falls asleep at his desk while looking at stock information on various computer screens.
In a new study focusing on financial markets, William Bazley, assistant professor of finance at the University of Kansas, finds that sleep disruptions following spring daylight saving time clock shifts may negatively affect the forecast quality of the professional analysts — but it depends on their level of experience.

Kansas Communities



Through to a community effort involving Russell County organizations and services provided by KU's RedTire (Redefine your Retirement) program, Russell County residents are still receiving local dental services, and Dr. Michael Jones is enjoying his retirement.
A new website from the Center for Educational Opportunity Programs is designed to provide high school students, current college students and adult learners engaged in college access and success programs — including TRIO, GEAR UP and CAMP (College Assistance Migrant Program) — with a one-stop hub for information on scholarships, internships and more.
Architect's drawing of new addition
Construction will begin next month on a 5,500-square-foot addition to the Kansas Geological Survey Drill Core Library in the West District of the University of Kansas Lawrence campus. The library preserves cores from 6,500 wells in Kansas for future study.

Economic Development



The woods can be a place of adventure and beauty, a peaceful escape for a walk. But among the leaves and grass, the threat of ticks can turn a hike into a health-altering encounter with Lyme disease. A recent $3 million Small Business Innovation Research award will fund the research and development of a vaccine to stop Lyme disease in its tracks.
Panasonic Energy and the University of Kansas today announced that they have signed an agreement aimed at promoting the development of next-generation technologies and the cultivation of specialist expertise in the field of lithium-ion batteries.
Photo of hands holding an Avium electrolyzer stack prototype
With $5 million in support from U.S. Department of Energy, the University of Kansas and Avium, a startup firm founded by researchers from KU’s School of Engineering, aim to make clean hydrogen more affordable.

Student experience and achievement



The KU Debate program opened the new year by winning two college tournaments Jan. 3-6. The team of John Marshall and Graham Revare won a tournament hosted by Georgetown University in Washington, D.C., while the team of Claire Ain and Jared Spiers won a tournament hosted by KU in Lawrence.
Carolisa Watson, doctoral student in geography at the University of Kansas, has earned the distinguished Dwight D. Eisenhower/Clifford Roberts Graduate Fellowship from the Eisenhower Institute at Gettysburg College.
Snow-covered sculpture of Jayhawk in front of Strong Hall
A University of Kansas senior from Olathe is among the select scholars who have been named to the 11th class of Schwarzman Scholars, which provides for a year of graduate study in China.

Campus news



The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas today announced its early spring 2025 programming, featuring the Elizabeth Dole Women in Leadership Lecture recognizing “America’s Government Teacher” Sharon McMahon.
Phase II seeks to develop new facilities that benefit the Lawrence campus community while driving economic growth in the region.
Master's graduates walk past a KU School of Business banner during a graduation ceremony in Allen Fieldhouse.
The KU School of Business online MBA program improved two spots to seventh overall in the 2025 edition of the "Best Online Programs" from U.S. News & World Report.

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KU senior receives Courtwright Award for Undergraduate Research Excellence

A University of Kansas student who is researching the theory that active galactic nuclei (AGNs) can significantly influence galaxy morphology is the recipient of the summer/fall 2024 Courtwright Award for Undergraduate Research Excellence through KU’s Center for Undergraduate Research & Fellowships.
Jayhawk statue with blue and Earth-printed balloons

Megan Greene named associate vice provost for international and global engagement

J. Megan Greene, professor of history, has been named associate vice provost for international & global engagement at the University of Kansas. Her appointment became effective Jan. 1.
Illustration showing the subjects of Randall Fuller’s book: Elizabeth Palmer Peabody, Margaret Fuller, Sophia Peabody Hawthorne, Mary Moody Emerson and Lydia Jackson Emerson.

'Bright Circle’ illuminates role of women in American intellectual tradition

A University of Kansas researcher sketches the lives of "Five Remarkable Women" who founded America’s first homegrown literary, philosophical movement before being overshadowed by the male writers they inspired.
A financial analyst falls asleep at his desk while looking at stock information on various computer screens.

Not all financial analysts impeded by sleep disruptions, study finds

In a new study focusing on financial markets, William Bazley, assistant professor of finance at the University of Kansas, finds that sleep disruptions following spring daylight saving time clock shifts may negatively affect the forecast quality of the professional analysts — but it depends on their level of experience.