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Fri, 09/16/2011

KU joins peer institutions in promoting university-based economic development

The University of Kansas has a great story to tell about innovation and entrepreneurship, as well as the positive outcomes of the university’s efforts in technology commercialization, industry collaborations and job creation. ...

Thu, 09/15/2011

$61 million fundraising milestone met for The University of Kansas Cancer Center

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Thu, 09/15/2011

KU-developed school reform program shows inclusion can boost performance

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Thu, 09/15/2011

Media Advisory: U.S. District Court to host naturalization ceremony at Dole Institute

WHAT: The University of Kansas and the Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics welcomes the U.S. District Court and approximately 100 prospective new citizens from many different nations, and their families, to the Dole Institute of Politics for a naturalization ceremony on Friday, September 16, 2011 at 10 a.m. ...

Wed, 09/14/2011

World War II historian, Nazi expert to kick off Hall Center lecture series

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Wed, 09/14/2011

Center for Educational Testing and Evaluation announces upgrades to Kansas educational assessment tests

LAWRENCE — The Center for Educational Testing and Evaluation at the University of Kansas, in partnership with the Kansas State Department of Education, has announced changes to the Kansas Interim Assessments for the 2011-12 school year. ...

Wed, 09/14/2011

KU to host National Hazing Prevention Week activities

LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas will host National Hazing Prevention Week from Monday, Sept. 19 to Friday, Sept. 23 with events and activities to raise awareness about and eliminate hazing. ...

Wed, 09/14/2011

NSF grant to fund new research facilities at KU Field Station

LAWRENCE — An interdisciplinary team of 12 KU collaborators has received a $330,000 award from the National Science Foundation to develop greenhouse-based research capabilities and to construct associated support facilities at the University of Kansas Field Station, north of Lawrence. ...

Tue, 09/13/2011

KU ranking rises slightly, but university leaders have bigger goal in mind

LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas rose slightly in rankings released today, but university leaders say ongoing efforts to strengthen KU’s academics and research will have benefits far beyond rankings. ...

Tue, 09/13/2011

KU Libraries to mark James Naismith's 150th birthday with exhibit, discussion

LAWRENCE — To celebrate the 150th birthday of basketball’s inventor, the University of Kansas Libraries will unveil a new exhibition, “James Naismith’s Life and Legacy: Celebrating 150 Years.”...

Tue, 09/13/2011

Engineering and Computer Science Career Fair set for Sept. 14

LAWRENCE — University of Kansas engineering and computer science students on the hunt for a dream job have the chance to make key connections and find the right match at the Fall Engineering and Computer Science Career Fair on Wednesday, Sept. 14, from noon to 5 p.m., on the fifth...

Tue, 09/13/2011

Article shows human genome testing has wide implications on American law

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Tue, 09/13/2011

Pickup artist strategies appeal to dangerous combo of sexist couples, KU researchers say

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Tue, 09/13/2011

Media Advisory: Chancellor, Provost to announce KU strategic plan

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Mon, 09/12/2011

School of Pharmacy professor earns national honor as Arthur C. Cope Scholar

LAWRENCE — Jeff Aubé, professor of medicinal chemistry at the University of Kansas School of Pharmacy, has won a prestigious 2012 Arthur C. Cope Scholar Award. ...

Mon, 09/12/2011

Events scheduled for Sexual Assault Awareness Week at KU Sept. 12-18

LAWRENCE — The Emily Taylor Women’s Resource Center at the University of Kansas has planned several themes, events and activities in observance of Sexual Assault Awareness Week for the week of Sept. 12 through 18:...

Mon, 09/12/2011

Reception to honor students, faculty in NIH science programs

LAWRENCE — The KU Office of Diversity in Science Training will host its 5th Annual Welcome Reception honoring students and faculty mentors at KU and Haskell participating in 2011-12 programs funded by the National Institutes of Health to encourage underserved students to pursue careers in biomedical science. ...

Mon, 09/12/2011

Google exec, KU grad donates tablet computers to engineering students

LAWRENCE — Brian McClendon, a 1986 KU electrical engineering graduate, surprised first-year students in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) at the University of Kansas by handing out new tablet computers during class on Monday. Much more than a cool gift, the tablets are a tool...

Fri, 09/09/2011

Provost announces changes to Student Success units

LAWRENCE – Units currently under the Office of the Vice Provost for Student Success will be realigned to increase efficiency based on recommendations of the strategic planning process, KU Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor Jeffrey Vitter announced today. ...

Fri, 09/09/2011

Egyptian writer and activist to deliver Marwa lecture at KU on Sept. 14

LAWRENCE – An Egyptian activist, who is an outspoken author and human rights advocate, will deliver the 2011 Marwa Africana Lecture on Sept. 14 at the University of Kansas. ...

Fri, 09/09/2011

KU Music and Reach Out Kansas Inc. offer new series: Kansas Partnership for the Arts

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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. ...

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