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$2 million gift establishes addictions research center at KU
LAWRENCE — The opioid crisis has brought heightened attention to the effects of addiction on individuals, families and communities. As health practitioners, politicians and families grapple with solutions, the University of Kansas is establishing a new resource in the region to better understand and treat addiction in its many forms. ...
If we have less control over our moral actions than we think, David Hume can help, philosopher says
LAWRENCE — Recent findings from moral psychologists suggests we might have very little rational and intentional control over how we perceive many situations and how we respond to them. ...
Emmett Till expert can comment on enduring nature of the case
Curriculum and instruction professor recognized with AERA Dissertation Recognition Award
LAWRENCE – Christopher Kirchgasler, assistant professor in the Department of Curriculum & Teaching at the University of Kansas, was selected to receive the 2018 Dissertation Recognition Award, granted by the American Educational Research Association (AERA) Division B. ...
Special education department announces 2018 Whelan Leadership for Learning Awards
LAWRENCE — The Department of Special Education and the Center for Research on Learning at the University of Kansas have announced the 2018 Whelan Leadership for Learning Award recipients: Chris Cooper, assistant superintendent for Abilene Public Schools in Abilene; and Annette McDonald, math teacher and swimming coach at Free State...
KU announces new members of Phi Beta Kappa honor society
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas Alpha chapter of Phi Beta Kappa academic honor society has initiated 78 new members. ...
Polyps will let unrelated 'others' fuse to them and share tissue, scientists discover
LAWRENCE — We humans will put up with a lot from our relatives. Yet most of us are less charitable with people outside of our family circle. ...
Humanities Kansas Grant will support upcoming Caribbean studies symposium (Opens in new window)
LAWRENCE – Humanities Kansas recently awarded $2,500 to the Center for Latin American & Caribbean Studies at the University of Kansas in support of the Unexpected Caribbean Symposium. This event is designed to expand the understanding of the Caribbean as a complex cultural, geographical and geopolitical space by fostering broad,...
World Cup in Russia brings to mind Soviet-era efforts of soccer diplomacy
LAWRENCE — This summer's World Cup hosted by Russia and the unexpected success of the Russian national team has shined a spotlight on the region's history with the popular worldwide sport. ...
ACLS award will help make more African-American novels available for digital research
Researchers improve conductive property of graphene, advancing promise of solar technology
News conference to introduce athletics director set for July 11 at 11 a.m.
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas will officially introduce Jeff Long, the university’s new director of athletics, at a news conference at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 11, in the Lied Center Pavilion. ...
KC schoolchildren will take part in Summer Learning Day
LAWRENCE – The Kansas Enrichment Network and the YMCA of Greater Kansas City will highlight the importance of summer learning opportunities at a special event this week at Bentwood Elementary School in Overland Park. ...
Program to reunite families disrupted by substance abuse exceeding expectations
LAWRENCE — When children are removed from the home or face the risk of removal because of parental substance abuse, the experience can be traumatic and have long-lasting effects on both the children and parents. A federally funded project designed to reunify and strengthen families in these situations throughout Kansas...
Grant will support 'Haunting Humanities,' just in time for Halloween
LAWRENCE — Humanities Kansas recently awarded $9,796 to the Hall Center for the Humanities in support of a new event, “Haunting Humanities: Disciplines in the Dark.” Planned for 6-9 p.m. Oct. 24 at Abe & Jake’s Landing, this event is designed to explore haunting stories and concepts that are the...
Humanities lab preps students for summer field school in Tanzania
LAWRENCE – Seven students and four faculty and staff members are preparing to travel to Tanzania in August as part of a humanities-based lab titled colLAB: Bridging East Africa’s Digital Health Divide. Through the lab’s field school, participants will learn about how technology transforms health care access and capacity in...
University of Kansas names Jeff Long director of athletics
LAWRENCE – University of Kansas Chancellor Douglas A. Girod today named Jeff Long as the university’s new director of athletics. ...
Professorship established in honor of KC civic leader
LAWRENCE — The Hall Family Foundation of Kansas City, Missouri, has made a $500,000 gift to create the Robert Almy Kipp Professorship of Practice in City Management at the University of Kansas. The professorship honors Kipp’s career, his extensive civic leadership and his service in the field of urban development. ...
KU ranked among top universities for US patents
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas ranked 87th in the world last year among universities receiving U.S. utility patents. ...
Engineering diversity program launches new scholarship initiative
LAWRENCE — A new initiative in the University of Kansas School of Engineering aims to expand and fill the pipeline of underrepresented engineers, including women and minorities, with an array of programs aimed at students as young as middle school. ...
Classics professor using technological tools to rebuild ancient history
LAWRENCE — As a University of Kansas professor has spent two years trying to recreate an ancient Roman structure in western Turkey, he has enlisted the help of a very modern technological tool — a 3-D printer. ...
Artist Faith Ringgold to open National African American Quilt Convention with keynote at Spencer Museum
Study: When mentors do this one thing, it can reduce teen delinquency
LAWRENCE — When educators and coaches make kids feel like they matter, it reduces delinquency and destructive behavior. A new study led by a University of Kansas researcher reveals the importance of non-family adults in mentoring youth. ...
Exhibition showcasing art and illustration by D.D. Tyler to open July 12 in Kenneth Spencer Research Library
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas Libraries will open a new exhibition in Kenneth Spencer Research Library in July. “The Art of Nature: Natural History Art and Illustration by D.D. Tyler” traces the career of artist Diana Dee Tyler through a lifetime of exploration and adventure. ...