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Human-AI interactions stimulate coordination between co-workers and improve team performance, study finds
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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. ...
$61 million fundraising milestone met for The University of Kansas Cancer Center
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KU-developed school reform program shows inclusion can boost performance
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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. ...
World War II historian, Nazi expert to kick off Hall Center lecture series
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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. ...
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. ...
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. ...
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. ...
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.”...
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...
Article shows human genome testing has wide implications on American law
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Pickup artist strategies appeal to dangerous combo of sexist couples, KU researchers say
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Media Advisory: Chancellor, Provost to announce KU strategic plan
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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. ...
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:...
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. ...
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...
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. ...
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. ...
KU Music and Reach Out Kansas Inc. offer new series: Kansas Partnership for the Arts
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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. ...
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. ...
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. ...
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...
Audio-Reader spins bargains at annual 'For Your Ears Only' sale Sept. 16, 17
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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. ...
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. ...
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. ...