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KU law professor helps prepare soldiers, lawyers to navigate Muslim world
LAWRENCE — A University of Kansas law professor is playing a key role in arming U.S. Army special operations officers with a vital understanding of local culture, law and religion before they are deployed to the Middle East. ...
KU researchers work to increase durability of newer dental fillings
LAWRENCE — A team of researchers at the University of Kansas is hoping to curb tooth decay – while saving dental patients thousands of dollars – by working to improve the material used by dentists to fill cavities. ...
Acclaimed street photographer Gary Mark Smith donates collection to KU
LAWRENCE — Internationally renowned street photographer Gary Mark Smith — who has shot photos of wars, revolution, peace, volcanic eruptions and most importantly, everyday people — has donated his collection to the Kenneth Spencer Research Library at the University of Kansas. ...
Audio-Reader's library to receive technology upgrade from program in Australia
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Partnership will help KU become research center on future of city management
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KU School of Pharmacy-Wichita set to open
WICHITA — The KU School of Pharmacy–Wichita officially opens its doors next week, as the inaugural class of 20 students begins classes on Monday, Aug. 22. ...
Media advisory: Chancellor to distribute first 2011 Kemper Fellowship
WHAT: The University of Kansas “surprise patrol” will visit the classroom of an unsuspecting professor to present a $7,500 check and coveted W.T. Kemper Fellowship for Teaching Excellence.WHEN: Group will leave at 12:10 p.m. Monday, August 22.WHERE: Meet in front of Strong Hall on KU’s Lawrence campus.WHO: Chancellor Bernadette Gray-Little...
KPR wins 13th Station of the Year award
LAWRENCE — Kansas Public Radio stepped up a class and still was judged best radio station in Kansas. ...
Black scientists less likely than white counterparts to receive NIH funding, study shows
Black scientists were significantly less likely than their white counterparts to receive research funding from the National Institutes of Health, according to an analysis of data from 2000 to 2006. ...
Researchers complete first major survey of amphibian fungus in Asia
LAWRENCE — An international team of researchers has completed the first major survey in Asia of a deadly fungus that has wiped out more than 200 species of amphibians worldwide. The massive survey could help scientists zero in on why the fungus has been unusually devastating in many parts of...
Mount Oread Scholars to make symbolic walk up the hill Aug. 21
LAWRENCE — Continuing a meaningful tradition, the 2011-2012 Mount Oread Scholars will make a symbolic walk up the hill known as Mount Oread at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 21. ...
Researchers push to import top anti-bullying program to U.S. schools
LAWRENCE — An interdisciplinary team of researchers at the University of Kansas plan to bring a highly successful anti-bullying effort, the KiVa program, to American schools. Starting as early as the 2012-13 school year, a pilot program could kick off in selected classrooms in Lawrence, Kan. If shown to be...
KU study shows suburban schools have worked to 'hoard' advantages
LAWRENCE — As suburban school districts have gained advantages over their urban counterparts, they have tenaciously clung to them, often at the expense of urban districts, a new study by University of Kansas researchers shows. ...
KU ranked No. 2 in most published special education journal articles
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas ranks second in institutions that have expanded the field of knowledge in special education and helped guide teachers across the nation. Science Watch recently rated KU No. 2 for most published journal articles in the field of special education, an important indicator of a...
Acclaimed street photographer, KU alumnus to exhibit photos at journalism school
LAWRENCE — A collection of 25 photographs, “Streetphotos in Time” by Gary Mark Smith, a 1984 School of Journalism graduate and internationally known photojournalist, will be displayed on the second floor of Stauffer-Flint Hall as part of the William Allen White School of Journalism’s alumni photography exhibit during the Fall...
Central KU departments to open weekend before classes start
LAWRENCE — Several Student Success and other key KU departments will be open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 20, and Sunday, Aug. 21, to serve new and returning students and their families and help prepare them for the Monday start to fall classes. ...
KU's new renewable scholarships make college affordable
LAWRENCE — A University of Kansas education is becoming even more affordable thanks to a package of new, four-year renewable scholarships for freshmen and two-year scholarships for transfer students. ...
KU to focus on 12 areas in effort to increase effectiveness, efficiency
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Gray-Little issues statement on death of Carolyn Bailey Berneking
LAWRENCE — University of Kansas Chancellor Bernadette Gray-Little issued the following statement on the death of Carolyn Bailey Berneking, former KU librarian, longtime volunteer and granddaughter of E.H.S. Bailey: “Carolyn...
$5 million gift brings University of Kansas Cancer Center closer to fundraising goal
KANSAS CITY, Kan. — University of Kansas Chancellor Bernadette Gray-Little today announced a $5 million gift that advances the University of Kansas Cancer Center’s quest to achieve National Cancer Institute designation. ...
KU engineering team advances to national Traffic Bowl Competition
LAWRENCE — There’s no question about it. The University of Kansas School of Engineering is home to the most knowledgeable team of traffic trivia buffs in the Midwest. ...
Annual $10,000 scholarships available for students interested in renewable energy
LAWRENCE — Developing renewable energy technologies is a major research focus at the University of Kansas. Starting this fall, it can also be a source of significant scholarship funding for the right students. ...
KU engineering student awarded NSF funding for scoliosis treatment research
LAWRENCE — An award from the National Science Foundation will fund research by a University of Kansas School of Engineering doctoral student that could lead to improved treatment for adolescents suffering from scoliosis. ...