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2021 Gene A Budig Lecture set for April 27
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas School of Education & Human Sciences welcomes Suzanne Robinson, associate professor in the Department of Special Education, as the 2021 Budig Teaching Professorship in Special Education award recipient and featured lecturer. ...
KU announces the 2021 Student Employee of the Year
LAWRENCE — The University Career Center has announced the 2020-2021 Student Employee of the Year (SEOTY) as Logan Bell, of Lenexa, who works for the University of Kansas Office of First-Year Experience, now the Office of Orientation and Transfer Programs (OTP). Throughout his KU career, Bell, who is majoring in...
Michael Engel to deliver Inaugural Distinguished Professor Lecture
LAWRENCE — A University of Kansas expert on the evolutionary history and diversity of insects will present his distinguished professor Inaugural Lecture, “400 Million Years on Six Legs: Evolution of the Insects,” on Thursday, April 29. ...
School of Architecture & Design announces interim associate dean of administration
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas School of Architecture & Design has announced that Andrea Herstowski, associate professor of design, has been named interim associate dean of administration effective April 19. ...
KU announces new 2021-2025 Self Graduate Fellows
KU Pharmacy students again rank among best in licensure exams
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas School of Pharmacy posted the second-highest pass rate in the nation on the 2020 Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination (MPJE). The school’s 2020 graduating class had a 99% first-time pass rate, compared to a national pass rate of 85% among all ACPE accredited programs. ...
KU Edwards Campus joins Evergy’s Renewables Direct program, supporting wind energy expansion
Radhia Abdirahman named a Newman Civic Fellow
LAWRENCE — From across the country, college and university presidents of Campus Compact member institutions have nominated promising student leaders as Newman Civic Fellows. Through service, research and advocacy, these fellows have demonstrated an investment in their community and are working to better understand themselves, the root causes of social...
Two students selected for Beckman Scholars Program
LAWRENCE — University of Kansas students Claire Dopp and Sarah Noga have been selected to participate in the 2021 Beckman Scholars Program. ...
Chauvin verdict not 'cure-all that protects from police violence,' race expert says
LAWRENCE — Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin was convicted of three counts of murder and manslaughter April 20 in the death of George Floyd. The widely anticipated verdict was reached just under a year after Floyd died after being pinned underneath Chauvin’s knee, which sparked protests across the country. ...
Research shows creative students sensed global catastrophe coming, had increased anxiety
Today's labor battles, legislation harken back to conflicts of nearly a century ago, professor writes
Montana Fire Services Training School leads demonstrated ability training event at Kansas Fire & Rescue Training Institute for training officers statewide
LAWRENCE — Firefighting is an inherently dangerous job. Firefighters must be well-trained for safe operations, but they also must be well-trained to deliver exceptional service to customers – those calling 911 and anyone in need of help. ...
Dole Institute to welcome ambassador of Belgium for the 2021 Dole Lecture
LAWRENCE – The Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas has announced that the guest for the 2021 Dole Lecture will be Jean-Arthur Régibeau, the ambassador of Belgium to the United States. This year’s lecture will take place at 7 p.m. May 5 on the institute’s YouTube channel. ...
Global Opportunities Expo for students, educators set for April 20-21
LAWRENCE – The University of Kansas, in partnership with Donnelly College, is hosting its annual Global Opportunities Expo (GOE). The two-day event is set for 11 a.m.-3 p.m. April 20 and 11 a.m.-3 p.m. April 21. The expo is designed for educators and students in grades 7-12 through college, but...
SOEHS to host Mawson Scholar Speaker Series lecture on April 21
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas Department of Health, Sport & Exercise Sciences welcomes Joseph Cooper, associate professor and J. Keith Motley endowed chair of sport leadership and administration at the University of Massachusetts Boston, as keynote speaker at the 2021 Mawson Scholar Speaker Series lecture. Cooper will present “Anti-Racism,...
Four KU students nominated for Udall Scholarships
LAWRENCE — Four students at the University of Kansas are nominees for Udall Undergraduate Scholarships, which recognize students who demonstrate leadership, public service and commitment in the fields of tribal public policy, native health care or the environment. ...
Study of marten genomes suggest forested safe havens along the coast aided peopling of Americas
Melissa Peterson appointed director of tribal relations, will work to improve Native American student success
LAWRENCE – The University of Kansas is creating a new position to promote the belonging of Native American KU students and build sustainable relationships that are mutually beneficial for the university, Haskell Indian Nations University (HINU) and sovereign tribal nations in serving Native American initiatives. ...
KU School of Music presents two contemporary operas in free virtual event
LAWRENCE — A double-bill performance featuring students from the University of Kansas School of Music voice and orchestra programs will explore themes of identity, trauma and resilience through two contemporary operas. The virtual event is free to livestream from the Lied Center’s website at 7:30 p.m. April 27. ...
Department of African & African-American Studies marks 50th anniversary with conference
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University of Kansas announces 2021 Common Book
LAWRENCE — After a brief hiatus, the Common Book program at the University of Kansas will relaunch in 2021-22 with new and exciting collaborations. First, KU and Haskell Indian Nations University will unite to explore the same book, Robin Wall Kimmerer’s critically acclaimed and bestselling “Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific...