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New translation of Ovid’s ‘Heroides’ offers insight into ‘ancient fan fiction’
In a new translation of Ovid’s “Heroides,” Tara Welch, a professor of classics at the University of Kansas, examines the Roman poet’s seminal work. A collection of 15 letters written by women to the men who have left them behind, “Heroides” (translated as “The Heroines”) can be described as “ancient fan fiction.”
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Fri, 07/26/2024
Dimitrije Cabarkapa receives young investigator award from National Strength and Conditioning Association
Dimitrije Cabarkapa, associate director of the Jayhawk Athletic Performance Laboratory, has been honored with the National Strength and Conditioning Association’s 2024 Terry J. Housh Outstanding Young Investigator Award.
Fri, 07/26/2024
New translation of Ovid’s ‘Heroides’ offers insight into ‘ancient fan fiction’
In a new translation of Ovid’s “Heroides,” Tara Welch, a professor of classics at the University of Kansas, examines the Roman poet’s seminal work. A collection of 15 letters written by women to the men who have left them behind, “Heroides” (translated as “The Heroines”) can be described as “ancient fan fiction.”
Wed, 07/24/2024
KU experts can comment on 2024 elections, related topics
As a contentious U.S. election season heads toward November, University of Kansas experts are available to discuss with media the candidates, key issues, procedures and narratives of the 2024 races.
Wed, 07/24/2024
Lawrence AUMI Group will receive award from Kansas Commission on Disability Concerns
On Aug. 2, the Kansas Commission on Disability Concerns (KCDC) will present a Michael Lechner Advocacy Award to the Pre-Pandemic Ensemble, a Lawrence-based mixed-ability improvising band that uses an instrument called AUMI, or Adaptive Use Musical Instrument, to improvise across abilities.
Mon, 07/22/2024
KU experts on women candidates can discuss historic shift in 2024 presidential campaign
KU faculty members Teri Finneman and Mary Banwart can each discuss what Joe Biden dropping out of the presidential race and endorsing Kamala Harris means for the election.
Fri, 07/19/2024
Research will establish best ‘managed retreat’ practices for communities faced with climate change disaster
A University of Kansas researcher is leading National Science Foundation-funded work to understand how managed retreat — where communities at risk from floods and fires relocate to safer areas — is approached across geographies, nations and cultures.
Wed, 07/17/2024
Presidential rhetoric expert can comment on Trump’s acceptance speech at 2024 Republican National Convention
Robert Rowland, KU communication studies professor and author of book on Trump's populist rhetoric, expects no moderation in former President Donald Trump's RNC speech on July 18.
Wed, 07/17/2024
Five standout educators recognized as Kemper Fellows
KU this week is celebrating five outstanding faculty members as winners of the William T. Kemper Fellowship for Teaching Excellence. Each of the five awardees receives $7,500.
Wed, 07/17/2024
Hubert Humphrey fellows to present research July 22-24
International fellows with the Hubert H. Humphrey Pre-Academic Program are spending eight weeks at KU and will present their research July 22 through 24.
Wed, 07/17/2024
Department of Chemistry announces spring, summer awards and scholarships
LAWRENCE — The Department of Chemistry at the University of Kansas has announced the recipients of spring and summer 2024 awards and scholarships. More than 80 of the department’s top students were recognized at the annual awards banquet for their academic, research and teaching achievements.
Tue, 07/16/2024
Researcher fleshes out portrait of English nobleman Esmé Stuart
Although he was a confidant of Britain's King James I and he succeeded his brother as Duke of Lennox, history seemed to have forgotten Esmé Stuart. So a KU professor delved into old records to learn more about him.
Mon, 07/15/2024
Author shows importance of framing in disability policy discussions
Analyzing interactions in town hall meetings with legislators, a University of Kansas professor of English finds that expressing one's lived experience, too, helps advocates “amplify marginalized voices in public debates.”
Mon, 07/15/2024
New book reveals how roads and vehicles transformed colonial societies across Africa
In a new book, Andrew Denning, associate professor of history at the University of Kansas, uncovers how vehicles and the roads they traveled upon began to transform societies across 19th and 20th century Africa … but rarely in the manner colonizing Europeans expected.
Thu, 07/11/2024
Article tracks history of state history education standards, how teachers can use them as lessons
Stephen Jackson has published an article outlining how state history education standards came about, how they evolved and how teachers can use the standards themselves as history lessons in a way that avoids the common political arguments surrounding the documents.
Wed, 07/10/2024
University of Kansas announces spring 2024 honor roll
More than 7,400 undergraduate students at KU earned honor roll distinction for the spring 2024 semester. The honor roll comprises undergraduates who meet requirements in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences and in the schools of Architecture & Design, Business, Education & Human Sciences, Engineering, Health Professions, Journalism & Mass Communications, Music, Nursing, Pharmacy, Professional Studies and Social Welfare.
Wed, 07/10/2024
KU community mourns death of longtime employee Lee Ann Bennett
The University of Kansas community is mourning the death of Lee Ann Bennett, a senior research assistant at the Kansas Biological Survey & Center for Ecological Research. Bennett, a Lawrence resident, died June 30.
Wed, 07/10/2024
Panasonic Energy and University of Kansas to collaborate on EV battery technology and talent development
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.
Wed, 07/10/2024
Researchers show promising material for solar energy gets its curious boost from entropy
In a study appearing in Advanced Materials, researchers in the lab of Wai-Lun Chan, associate professor of physics & astronomy at KU, have discovered a microscopic mechanism partly explaining the outstanding performance of new carbon-based organic solar cells.
Wed, 07/10/2024
Kansans help expand trombone repertoire with new recording
A new recording by KU School of Music faculty members Michael Davidson and Ellen Sommer also features contributions from musicians and music educators from across the state.
Tue, 07/09/2024
KU Engineering associate dean recognized nationally for leadership and mentoring
Suzanne Shontz, School of Engineering associate dean for research and graduate programs, was named the 2024 winner of the James Corones Award in Leadership, Community Building and Communication from the Krell Institute. The award will be presented later this year at the KU Lawrence campus.
Mon, 07/08/2024
‘Overlooked’ peoples’ influence on Colonial Spanish America examined in new book
Robert Schwaller, professor of history, co-edited a new book titled “Overlooked Places and Peoples: Indigenous and African Resistance in Colonial Spanish America, 1500-1800.” It offers new insight into how and why the inhabitants of these places responded contentiously or cooperatively to Spanish colonialism.
Mon, 07/08/2024
KU Aerospace Engineering launches first CubeSat into orbit
A team of KU engineering students successfully launched a small satellite, called a CubeSat, aboard a NASA-sponsored Firefly Aerospace rocket. The university’s first satellite, known as “KUbeSat-1” reached orbit late in the evening July 3 when it was launched through NASA’s ELaNa 43 mission.
Wed, 07/03/2024
Kansas Geological Survey assesses potential for critical minerals in eastern Kansas
Kansas Geological Survey scientists, in collaboration with independent oil and gas company Mull Companies, recently drilled and cored a well in Lyon County to evaluate layers of underground rock that may be enriched in critical minerals — non-fuel minerals and elements that are vital to electronics and other advanced technologies.
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.