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Fri, 09/09/2011

KU project collects stories of Kansans' creativity

LAWRENCE – A new initiative launched by the University of Kansas School of the Arts is devoted to collecting and sharing the stories of the artistic and creative endeavors of Kansans. ...

Thu, 09/08/2011

KU celebrates record year for private support

LAWRENCE – The generosity of donors supporting the University of Kansas reached a new pinnacle in fiscal year 2011, totaling $153.2 million. This is the fourth year in a row of record private support for KU during a period marked by economic uncertainty. ...

Thu, 09/08/2011

Former Ukrainian leader Yushchenko to receive 2011 Dole Leadership Prize

LAWRENCE — Dole Institute of Politics will present the 2011 Dole Leadership Prize to former Ukrainian president and Orange Revolution leader, Viktor Yushchenko. The prize will be given at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 19 at the Dole Institute. The program is free and open to the public. ...

Thu, 09/08/2011

Kansas Statistical Abstract now available online

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Wed, 09/07/2011

Researchers advance understanding of bird evolution by finding fossil crops

LAWRENCE — A new discovery by researchers from the University of Kansas and China pushes back by millions of years proof that birds’ digestive systems have ancient origins. The investigators found fossil evidence of a crop — the muscular pocket in the esophagus that most modern birds use to store...

Wed, 09/07/2011

Audio-Reader spins bargains at annual 'For Your Ears Only' sale Sept. 16, 17

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Wed, 09/07/2011

Baur Professorship in sociology awarded to David N. Smith

LAWRENCE – David N. Smith is the 2011-12 E. Jackson Baur Professor in Sociology at the University of Kansas professor. ...

Wed, 09/07/2011

KU professor to discuss book on Mark Twain's view of America's global mission

LAWRENCE — Susan K. Harris, University of Kansas Distinguished Professor in American Literature, will present a book talk Thursday, Sept. 15, at 4:15 p.m. at Jayhawk Ink on Level Two of the Kansas Union. ...

Tue, 09/06/2011

KU professor to present talk on complexities, understanding Islamic law

LAWRENCE — As the 10th anniversary of 9/11 approaches, a University of Kansas School of Law professor will give a talk on understanding the religious and legal tradition that has been thrust into the spotlight in the decade since the terrorist attacks. ...

Tue, 09/06/2011

KU junior researching Chlamydia bacterium receives top national award

LAWRENCE — A University of Kansas junior has been selected for one of the nation’s top undergraduate honors in microbiology. Dan Simon, a junior from Olathe, was one of only 39 students selected nationwide to receive an American Society for Microbiology fellowship for 2011. ...

Tue, 09/06/2011

Chancellor talks about Big 12

LAWRENCE – Chancellor Bernadette Gray-Little today addressed the ongoing questions surrounding the Big 12 Conference.   "It's obviously disappointing that it has come to this point.  Keeping the Big 12 strong and competitive remains our top preference, but no matter what happens we're going to continue to work in the...

Fri, 09/02/2011

KU to host tenth anniversary commemoration of Sept. 11, 2001

LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas will mark the 10th anniversary of Sept. 11 with a series of events, including a presentation by a 9/11 survivor. ...

Fri, 09/02/2011

KU to celebrate Franz Liszt's 200th birthday with Sept. 11-13 festival

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Thu, 09/01/2011

Internationally known architectural designer to speak in Lawrence

LAWRENCE — University of Kansas students and community members have the opportunity to learn about architectural design by an internationally known expert. ...

Thu, 09/01/2011

Thousands of early Kansas photos now available in KU Libraries' digital image repository

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Thu, 09/01/2011

Bioscience company Gyrasol becomes sixth tenant at BTBC at KU Main Facility

LAWRENCE — The Bioscience & Technology Business Center at the University of Kansas (BTBC at KU) Main Facility has secured its sixth tenant. ...

Wed, 08/31/2011

Statements from Chancellor Bernadette Gray-Little and Athletics Director Sheahon Zenger Regarding the Big 12 Conference

Chancellor Bernadette Gray-Little:...

Wed, 08/31/2011

Retirement eligibility could cause significant science teacher shortage, KU report says

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Wed, 08/31/2011

KU researchers improve effectiveness of Early Head Start

LAWRENCE — Kansas Early Head Start home visitors in Wyandotte County, Manhattan, Clay Center, Hays and Dodge City saw significant improvement in children’s language development when they used a Web-based “intelligent advisor” system developed at the University of Kansas Juniper Garden’s Children’s Project, a research group working in the...

Tue, 08/30/2011

KU Center for Applied Economics releases report on Kansas property taxes

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Tue, 08/30/2011

KU Libraries team up with gridiron Jayhawks for 'Touchdown Challenge'

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Tue, 08/30/2011

KU adopts automated payment technology for clinical research studies

LAWRENCE — Participants in research studies, including medical clinical trials and other projects involving human subjects, typically receive payment for their time and trouble. That means handing out cash or lots of checks for small amounts of money. It also means keeping track of personal information for audit and...

Tue, 08/30/2011

Student Senate to unveil plaque to celebrate completion of Underground expansion

LAWRENCE — Representatives from Student Senate will unveil the official plaque to be displayed in the recently expanded Wescoe Underground on Sept. 1 at 4:15 p.m. The event is open to media and the public. ...

Tue, 08/30/2011

KU among first to develop journalism course on covering traumatic events

LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas School of Journalism is taking a step not often seen in journalism schools around the country by implementing a course specifically designed to educate journalism students on how to cover the traumatic and violent events often encountered in their potential future line of work. ...

Tue, 08/30/2011

Kansas Fire & Rescue Training Institute receives donation to deliver grain engulfment rescue training

Glenn Pribbenow (third from left), director of the Kansas Fire & Rescue Training Institute, accepts a $90,000 gift from representatives of the Kansas grain industry to purchase equipment for grain engulfment rescue training. ...

Mon, 08/29/2011

Search engine data a useful predictor of stock returns, KU study shows

New research by a team of researchers at the KU School of Business demonstrates that online ticker searches can predict abnormal stock returns and trading volumes during the subsequent week. ...

Mon, 08/29/2011

$1 million gift honors KU Medical Center leader

Barbara Atkinson, M.D., executive vice chancellor of the University of Kansas Medical Center and executive dean of the KU School of Medicine...

Fri, 08/26/2011

Program available to KU staff seeking career advancement

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Fri, 08/26/2011

Governor praises University of Kansas for savings on pharmacy expansion

LAWRENCE — Gov. Sam Brownback lauded University of Kansas officials today as the university released $4.5 million in bonding authority back to the state after the School of Pharmacy expansion project finished close to 10 percent under budget. ...

Fri, 08/26/2011

KU announces seventh Kemper Fellowship winner of 2011

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