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The University of Kansas has achieved its highest overall enrollment in history for the third straight year, according to annual data released Sept. 30.
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Study finds online educational resources present imperialism in positive light, put students in inappropriate discussions
University of Kansas researchers have published a study that found popular online educational resources for social studies overwhelmingly present imperialism in a positive light. They also often take a “balance sheet” approach that can ask inappropriate questions of students.
KU receives $5.8 million NIH Phase 3 COBRE funding for Chemical Biology of Infectious Disease center
The Chemical Biology of Infectious Disease center recruits, mentors and supports investigators across the University of Kansas, KU Medical Center, Kansas State, Wichita State and other regional partners as they address urgent challenges in infectious disease and antibiotic resistance using chemical-biology approaches.
Grocery returns lead to greater customer engagement and increase in sales, research finds
In new research, Kissan Joseph, Crown/Sherr Professor at the University of Kansas School of Business, finds that following a product return at a grocery store, customer engagement rises significantly, driving a 40.1% increase in subsequent sales.
Researcher will examine galactic evolution with new ‘Roman’ space telescope
A University of Kansas researcher will co-direct one of the major debut experiments of the latest space telescope, called GRACE: the Grism Reionization and Cosmic Evolution Survey.
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University of Kansas researchers have published a study that found popular online educational resources for social studies overwhelmingly present imperialism in a positive light. They also often take a “balance sheet” approach that can ask inappropriate questions of students.
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A southeast Kansas school district’s need for a renewed strategic plan was the catalyst for the first Community Futures Planning workshop in Kansas.
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The website, partner.ku.edu, serves as a gateway to KU’s business-focused resources, connecting employers with world-class research, core laboratories, workforce training and top talent.
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As college football made its debut at London's Wembley Stadium, eight William Allen White School of Journalism & Mass Communications students were there to tell the story.
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The University of Kansas has achieved its highest overall enrollment in history for the third straight year, according to annual data released Sept. 30.
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Isaac Melanson receives inaugural endowed professorship in applied behavioral science
Isaac Melanson, an assistant professor of applied behavioral science whose research specializes in helping people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, has been chosen as the inaugural recipient of the Donald M. Baer and Elsie M. Pinkston Endowed Professorship.
KU Debate teams excel at Kentucky tournaments
Multiple University of Kansas Debate teams placed in the top five at a pair of tournaments hosted by the University of Kentucky this past week.
KU achieves record-high enrollment for third straight year
The University of Kansas has achieved its highest overall enrollment in history for the third straight year, according to annual data released Sept. 30.
Spencer Research Library to showcase historic Kiowa artwork
Nearly a century ago, a group of Kiowa artists gained international attention for an artistic vision that challenged convention and offered a distinctly Kiowa perspective. Kenneth Spencer Research Library is featuring the “Kiowa Indian Art” portfolio in a new exhibit, “Cáuigù Gù:t,” which debuts Oct. 10. Visitors can learn more about the collection and hear from the curator.
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