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KU researchers highlight how $80.6 billion in federal spending supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities nationwide
In recognition of the anniversary of the 1999 decision, which was celebrated June 20 by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, University of Kansas researchers shared information about how federal funds are distributed to each state to help individuals, families and caretakers.
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Tue, 07/02/2024
Nicodemus descendent, historian to speak at KU Libraries on July 10
A descendant of the original settlers of the town of Nicodemus, Angela Bates has worked for over 30 years to honor the community’s legacy, establishing regional and national partnerships including collaboration with KU Libraries and the Kansas Collection.
Mon, 07/01/2024
KU opera professor named finalist for the 2024 American Prize
Stella Markou, soprano, opera director and KU Voice area coordinator for the School of Music, has been selected as a finalist for The American Prize in Directing- The Charles Nelson Reilly Prize (college/university opera division).
Fri, 06/28/2024
Five faculty members awarded Research-Intensive Course Grants for fall 2024
In an effort to provide research opportunities to more students, five faculty members will be working with the Center for Undergraduate Research this fall to redesign portions of their courses to include a larger research or creative component.
Thu, 06/27/2024
Audio-Reader programs recognized by International Association of Audio Information Services
Audio-Reader Network, based at the University of Kansas, has been recognized for programming excellence by the International Association of Audio Information Services at its annual conference, hosted virtually June 12-14.
Thu, 06/27/2024
KU School of Business gift creates scholarships for former Summer Venture in Business participants
A gift from KU alumna Rebecca Lyons will provide scholarships for current School of Business students who have participated in its Summer Venture in Business program.
Wed, 06/26/2024
New work highlights physical, mental, social benefits of caring climate in sports
A KU researcher outlines the research-proven benefits of positive sporting environments in a chapter for new edition of a sports psychology book.
Wed, 06/26/2024
Two KU faculty members named University Distinguished Professors
Two KU faculty members have received the designation of University Distinguished Professor, effective at the start of the fall 2024 semester. They are Heather Desaire in the Department of Chemistry and Erik Perrins in the Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science.
Wed, 06/26/2024
KU researchers highlight how $80.6 billion in federal spending supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities nationwide
In recognition of the anniversary of the 1999 decision, which was celebrated June 20 by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, University of Kansas researchers shared information about how federal funds are distributed to each state to help individuals, families and caretakers.
Tue, 06/25/2024
KU student Audrey Rips-Goodwin awarded Astronaut Scholarship two years in a row
Audrey Rips-Goodwin, an Overland Park senior in chemistry and mathematics, is the University of Kansas’ 2024 Astronaut Scholar — an award of up to $15,000. Rips-Goodwin was also named an Astronaut Scholar in 2023.
Tue, 06/25/2024
I2S scientist receives NSF award for research focused on cardiac tissue ablations
A computational scientist with the School of Engineering and Institute for Information Sciences (I2S) is part of a team of researchers that received $283,686 from the National Science Foundation to develop a scientific computing platform for characterization and monitoring of cardiac tissue ablations.
Tue, 06/25/2024
Globe-trotting trumpet professor featured in Spanish Olympics fanfare
Musical talent, hard work and networking take Stephen Leisring around the world — recently to Madrid, where he played first trumpet on a piece for Radio Television Española's upcoming coverage of the Paris Olympics.
Tue, 06/25/2024
New edition of book updates changing world of international trade law in free, open-access format
Raj Bhala's sixth edition of "International Trade Law: A Comprehensive E-Textbook" updates many topics ranging from Brexit to the U.S.-China trade war. This is the first version to be made freely available in an open access format.
Tue, 06/25/2024
Communication studies expert can comment on high-stakes presidential debate
The stakes for the first presidential debate June 27 between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump could hardly be higher, according to Robert Rowland, expert in presidential rhetoric and debate and KU professor of communication studies.
Mon, 06/24/2024
Study reveals same genes that can drive cancer also guide neural-circuit growth
In new research appearing in PLOS ONE, Erik Lundquist and colleagues from his KU lab have added new specifics to the role oncogene Src plays in our biology, showing the gene is required for normal development of the nervous system.
Mon, 06/24/2024
KU Law’s moot court program ranks 25th in nation
The University of Kansas School of Law’s moot court program is 25th in the nation, according to rankings published recently by the University of Houston Law Center.
Fri, 06/21/2024
KU Libraries name 2024 Rubinstein/Mason Award recipients
University of Kansas Libraries have named Katherine Bryan and Connor Reazin recipients of the 2024 Rubinstein/Mason Award. The scholarship supports current and former KU students in graduate study in librarianship and archival studies in honor of the late Joseph Rubinstein and the late Alexandra Mason, commemorating their years of principled service as KU librarians.
Tue, 06/18/2024
Attorney marketing tactics compared to ‘corporate ambulance chasing’ in new study
New research examines how social media announcements of plaintiff’s attorneys’ corporate investigations strongly predict future litigation. It finds how these attorneys’ efforts to recruit additional plaintiffs after a lawsuit has been filed signal that the action is more likely to succeed and result in more severe damages.
Mon, 06/17/2024
Study finds US does not have housing shortage, but shortage of affordable housing
New KU findings counter a common narrative that the United States is facing a housing shortage. The study analyzed Census survey data to determine how many cities had shortages of housing stock and compared it to median income for an area.
Mon, 06/17/2024
Annual summer solstice tour of KU medicinal garden set for June 21
The public is invited to the summer semiannual tour of the KU Native Medicinal Plant Research Garden at 7 p.m. June 21, one day after the summer solstice. The garden, situated just east of the Lawrence Municipal Airport, includes research plantings, a large native plant demonstration garden and the KU Community Garden.
Mon, 06/17/2024
Frederick Douglass’ relationship with audiences illustrates ‘outsized impact’ of public speaking in politics, scholar says
Public speaking was among the vehicles the writer and reformer used to tell his story of enslavement, to call for abolition and to defend Black Americans’ rights. A KU scholar unravels how relationships with his audiences are context for his ideological transformation.
Fri, 06/14/2024
KU music therapy, speech-language-hearing scholars provide interdisciplinary services in rural Bulgaria
A unique partnership between University of Kansas faculty members in speech-language pathology and music therapy provided KU students with a hybrid clinical and experiential study abroad program in Bulgaria and Greece during the intercession between the spring and summer semesters.
Fri, 06/14/2024
KU teams with community colleges to host boot camp in Dodge City to showcase career opportunities in STEM fields, intelligence community
KU, in partnership with the Intelligence Community Centers for Academic Excellence, is hosting a boot camp June 20 at Dodge City Community College. Registered attendees include students from Kansas community colleges as well as high school students. Participants will encounter and react to a simulated national security crisis.
Wed, 06/12/2024
KU Kudos: Jayhawk faculty and staff achievements, June 2024
Read about KU employees' recent external honors and awards from all university campuses.
Wed, 06/12/2024
Researchers in US, Ukraine simulate cell activity at ‘breathtaking’ timescales
A partnership between scientists at KU and collaborators in Europe, including war-torn Ukraine, will result in computer models of biological cells likely to hasten health breakthroughs by simulating molecular interactions inside cells with near experimental accuracy at vastly longer timescales than similar efforts.
Tue, 06/11/2024
New book examines best methods to prepare future English teachers
Theory, curriculum and what it means to be a professional educator are all at the heart of “Principles That Shape English Teacher Education,” co-edited by Heidi Hallman, professor of curriculum & teaching at KU.
Tue, 06/11/2024
PCAOB risk-based inspection consequences evaluated using new model
Mike Wilkins, the Larry D. Horner and KPMG Professor of Accounting at KU, examines the effects of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board's decision to move to more random-based audit selection. The findings suggest there are more benefits than costs associated with auditors’ responses to a selection approach that is primarily risk-based.
Mon, 06/10/2024
KU TRIO Educational Opportunity Centers provide crucial FAFSA assistance in northeast Kansas
TRIO Educational Opportunity Centers at KU offer free assistance to help individuals, particularly first-generation students and those facing financial challenges, navigate the FAFSA financial aid application process. The program, housed under the Achievement & Assessment Institute’s Center for Educational Opportunity Programs, is accessible to the public in Douglas, Shawnee, Wyandotte, Leavenworth and Franklin counties.
Mon, 06/10/2024
University honors April, May 2024 Employees of the Month
The University of Kansas has announced Employees of the Month for April and May 2024. These staff members have made outstanding contributions to the KU Lawrence community.
Mon, 06/10/2024
International Support Services moving to consolidated location
International Support Services is moving to 50 Strong Hall in June. The move will provide one consolidated location for all ISS staff, who have been spread out among four offices in Strong Hall.
Mon, 06/10/2024
Ten KU students receive Undergraduate Research Awards for summer
This summer, ten University of Kansas students received an Undergraduate Research Award (UGRA). UGRA recipients are awarded a $1,000 scholarship for their work on mentored research and creative projects.