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KU study shows that species-diverse systems like prairies have built-in protection
Six years into a study on the effect of plant pathogens in grasslands, University of Kansas researchers have the data to show that species diversity — a hallmark of native prairies — works as a protective shield: It drives growth and sustains the health of species-diverse ecosystems over time, functioning somewhat like an immune system.
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Tue, 06/17/2025
KU Wind Ensemble to represent Kansas, US at World Exposition 2025 in Osaka, Japan
At the initiation of the U.S. Department of State, the University of Kansas Wind Ensemble will represent the United States at the 2025 World Exposition in Osaka, Japan, as part of a landmark international tour from June 25-July 5.
Mon, 06/16/2025
Dole, Kennedy institutes publish landmark report on funding of election administration
Local election administrators consistently lack sustained funding, adequate staffing and necessary technology at a time of intense public scrutiny and diminished trust in voting results, according to the report.
Mon, 06/16/2025
Big heart from a small town: KU alumnus pledges $15 million for scholarships at KU School of Medicine
For KU alumnus David Seitz, the town of Ellsworth isn’t just a hometown; it’s the soil that nurtures the deepest roots of his family tree. Inspired by his father, a family practitioner in rural Kansas, Seitz has pledged a gift for scholarships at the KU School of Medicine.
Mon, 06/16/2025
Annual summer solstice tour of KU medicinal garden planned June 20
The public is invited to the summer semiannual tour of the University of Kansas Native Medicinal Plant Research Garden at 7 p.m. June 20, the summer solstice.
Fri, 06/13/2025
KU Kudos: Faculty and staff achievements, June 2025
It’s time to celebrate Jayhawk colleagues’ achievements: KU News Service staff accepted submissions and combed websites, social media and newsletters for recent external honors and awards for current faculty and staff at the Lawrence, Edwards and Medical Center campuses and affiliates.
Fri, 06/13/2025
Ukrainian professor at KU receives Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence Award
The Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence Award allows Ukrainian historian Ihor Lylo to further his teaching and cultural contributions at the University of Kansas, a community he commends for its openness.
Fri, 06/13/2025
KU faculty members awarded Keeler Intra-University Professorships for 2025-2026 academic year
Four KU faculty members have been awarded a Keeler Intra-University Professorship to participate in interdisciplinary work in the upcoming academic year.
Thu, 06/12/2025
Eating disorders lab gains new designation as a center with continued goal to help improve access to better health
Research at the Center for the Advancement of Research on Eating Behaviors (CARE) aims to improve screening, intervention and treatment monitoring for eating disorders, which are both hard to detect and treat — especially across diverse populations.
Thu, 06/12/2025
95 University of Kansas students initiated into Phi Beta Kappa
The University of Kansas Alpha chapter of Phi Beta Kappa academic honor society has initiated 95 new members. Election to Phi Beta Kappa recognizes a student’s high academic achievement while pursuing a broad and substantive liberal arts curriculum.
Thu, 06/12/2025
KU Phi Kappa Phi Fellowship awarded to 2025 graduate Rita Pham
Rita Pham, a 2025 University of Kansas graduate with degrees in political science and East Asian languages & cultures, is the 2025 winner of the James Blackiston Memorial Graduate Fellowship from the KU chapter of Phi Kappa Phi.
Wed, 06/11/2025
KU to host international conference on civility, politics
A group of scholars will convene at the University of Kansas from July 19 to 21 to discuss the state of civility in contemporary politics. KU faculty are among the speakers at the free, in-person conference, which organizers hope will establish an international network of scholars working in this field.
Wed, 06/11/2025
Study finds pitchers have thicker UCLs in elbows than other baseball players, factors that risk common injury
A University of Kansas study measured the thickness of the UCL in throwing and nonthrowing elbows of both pitchers and position players of a college baseball team. The study can showed arm slot is not correlated with UCL thickness, contradicting a common belief of throw angle contributing to the common injury.
Tue, 06/10/2025
University of Kansas drives $7.8 billion economic impact in Kansas, study shows
The University of Kansas is a powerful engine of economic growth and job creation for the state of Kansas, according to a new study detailing the university’s impact.
Mon, 06/09/2025
KU scientists and center director among experts calling for revision of federal food and nutrition guidance during pregnancy
Should women stop eating fish while pregnant? While women often limit fish intake during pregnancy, experts warn this restricts nutrients vital for the developing fetus.
Fri, 06/06/2025
Media advisory: Expert available to discuss huge Saharan dust plume impacting US
Bing Pu, assistant professor of geography & atmospheric science at the University of Kansas, is an expert in the emission, transport and impact of dust plumes.
Thu, 06/05/2025
$10 million gift ensures construction of new entrepreneurship hub at KU
The University of Kansas School of Business received a $10 million gift commitment from an anonymous donor that ensures the construction of a new entrepreneurship hub building that benefits the greater KU community by teaching students to solve problems in meaningful ways. The new gift supplements the donor's lead gift of $50 million in 2023.
Tue, 06/03/2025
Study finds teachers, students together can form own social constructions of thinking
A KU study working with an English language arts class found that in addition to helping students learn how to think through complex topics, teachers and students can work together to form their own social construction of thinking and how they think about topics in their classes.
Mon, 06/02/2025
Airborne electromagnetic survey of aquifer conditions planned in west-central Kansas
Beginning in mid-June and continuing until early July, residents of west-central Kansas may see a low-flying helicopter towing a large hexagonal frame. This unusual arrangement is part of a project to map groundwater conditions in the Ogallala aquifer in Western Kansas Groundwater Management District No. 1.
Mon, 06/02/2025
KU Department of Theatre & Dance announces 2025 award winners
Dozens of students studying theatre and dance at KU received applause and awards for outstanding achievement on stage and in the classroom during the Department of Theatre & Dance's 2025 Banquet.
Mon, 06/02/2025
Researchers sue New Jersey to obtain DNA evidence in Lindbergh baby kidnapping case
Jonathan Hagel, an assistant teaching professor of history at the University of Kansas, is a plaintiff in a case against the state of New Jersey about the handling of the Charles Lindbergh archive. The lawsuit seeks to force the state police to allow DNA testing on envelopes used to send a series of ransom notes in the infamous Lindbergh baby kidnapping case and trial.
Fri, 05/30/2025
Groundbreaking marks new era for Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center
University of Kansas leadership broke ground on major renovations at the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center near Hutchinson on May 23, part of a bold campus master plan to support its competency-based curriculum and to expand programs to meet the training needs of partners in public safety.
Thu, 05/29/2025
International trade law expert can discuss ruling blocking Trump tariffs, potential appeal
Raj Bhala, an international trade law expert at KU, is available to speak with media on the U.S. Court of International Trade blocking President Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs, the effects of the ruling and potential appeals.
Thu, 05/29/2025
Podcast from KU’s FLITE Center helps teachers navigate classroom AI tools
KU researchers Lisa Dieker and Maggie Mosher have launched "AI Advocates," a short-form podcast that helps teachers navigate classroom artificial intelligence tools in five minutes or less. Each episode breaks down one tool’s uses, benefits and considerations, focusing on free and accessible options.
Wed, 05/28/2025
Study simulates pulling on athlete's jersey to predict noncontact ACL injuries
A KU study dropped a weighted ball attached to subjects while they jumped to simulate noncontact ACL injuries in sports. The results showed that pulling from behind was the most dangerous and that improving core strength is key in preventing such injuries.
Wed, 05/28/2025
New digital tool provides satellite monitoring of crop health across US
The Sentinel GreenReport Plus, created at the University of Kansas with support from the KansasView and AmericaView programs, is a web-based app with free satellite monitoring and analysis of vegetation and crops for Kansas and the nation.
Wed, 05/28/2025
KU composer creates choral music to match ‘mystical’ texts
Kansas City's Te Deum choir will feature works by Forrest Pierce, professor of composition at the University of Kansas School of Music, in concerts May 31 and June 1 in the Greater Kansas City area.
Wed, 05/28/2025
KPR announces new ‘Morning Edition’ host
Kansas Public Radio, based at the University of Kansas, has welcomed a new program host with deep roots in public radio. Matthew Algeo began as KPR’s new “Morning Edition” host May 26.
Tue, 05/27/2025
Fourteen KU Law students honored for scholarship, leadership and service
Fourteen University of Kansas School of Law students received awards during the spring 2025 semester for distinguishing themselves in scholarship, leadership and service to the law school and the community.
Fri, 05/23/2025
KU announces promotion and tenure for 158 faculty and researchers
Chancellor Douglas A. Girod has approved the promotion and award of tenure, where indicated, for 44 individuals at the University of Kansas Lawrence and Edwards campuses and 114 individuals at the KU Medical Center campus.
Thu, 05/22/2025
Funding to help expand program providing technology, career training to women leaving incarceration in Kansas, Missouri
KU has received funding from the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation to team with Workforce Partnership and the Kansas City Public Library to expand a program that works with women leaving incarceration and those who have left to provide technology and career training and learn about online security. The program has also shown it reduces recidivism rates.