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For outsiders, stereotypes about Southern speech trump experience
55 students receive Undergraduate Research Awards for spring 2024
Media advisory: KU expert part of new National Education Technology Plan can discuss new guidelines
LAWRENCE — The U.S. Department of Education released the latest version of the National Education Technology Plan on Jan. 22, a guideline for schools and educators across the country to use technology to improve education and access for all students. James Basham, professor of special education at the University of...
Scholar argues India has had inconsistent trade policy, economic ties with world since 1947 partition
LAWRENCE — Although India is the world’s largest democracy, it has been greatly understudied, especially its approach to trade. A University of Kansas legal expert argues in a new analysis of Indian trade law and policy that its defining characteristic has been inconsistency. ...
KU discussion series to address 'The Future of Democratic Governance'
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas School of Public Affairs & Administration (SPAA) and the Institute for Policy & Social Research (IPSR) will launch a new series ahead of the 2024 presidential election to welcome public policy experts and their thoughts on “The Future of Democratic Governance.”...
KU Kudos: Jayhawk faculty and staff achievements, January 2024
LAWRENCE — It's time to celebrate Jayhawk colleagues' achievements: KU News Service staff accepted submissions and combed websites, social media and newsletters for recent external honors and awards for current faculty and staff at the Lawrence, Edwards and Medical Center campuses and affiliates. ...
KU announces new cohort of Aspiring Leaders
Presentation to share PIVOT, a KU patient-researcher advocacy initiative
KU study shows weightlifting before basketball practice does not affect shooting accuracy
Math department announces spring 2024 Undergraduate Research Award winners
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas Department of Mathematics has awarded Undergraduate Research Awards in Mathematics (MathUGRA) to three mathematics majors to support their research projects for the spring 2024 semester. ...
University announces December 2023 Employees of the Month
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas has announced Employees of the Month for December 2023. These staff members have made outstanding contributions to the KU Lawrence community. ...
Study examines how ad strategies of the Great Depression can inform today's crisis communications
LAWRENCE — The COVID-19 pandemic was not the first time a crisis swept through the nation and beyond, forcing businesses and media to find ways to reach people in uncertain times. A new study from the University of Kansas has analyzed newspaper advertising strategies from the Great Depression to see...
Two KU students join state social work boards
LAWRENCE – Two social work students from the University of Kansas School of Social Welfare are serving on state boards of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW). ...
Study finds high levels of job satisfaction among copy editors, little negative effect from pandemic
KU Doctor of Education degrees in educational administration, higher education administration now offered online
LAWRENCE — At the University of Kansas, Jayhawks recognize how family and work commitments, health or mobility limitations, and other responsibilities can create barriers to education and career advancement. With the goal of creating degree programs that are accessible to everyone with the ambition to succeed, KU’s educational leadership &...
Books provide road map for educators, school communities to promote self-determination
Alumnus Daniel Flynn receives School of Pharmacy’s Distinguished Graduate Award
LAWRENCE — Daniel Flynn, a 1977 and 1981 graduate of the University of Kansas School of Pharmacy, is the recipient of the school’s Distinguished Graduate Award for 2024. Flynn will receive the award Jan. 10 prior to his keynote lecture as part of the 39th Mossberg Honors Symposium at the...
KU names Ric Steele as new associate vice provost for graduate studies
LAWRENCE — Ric Steele, professor of applied behavioral science, has been named the new associate vice provost for graduate studies at the University of Kansas. His appointment became effective Jan. 1. ...
New children’s book pays tribute to Toni Morrison
Self Graduate Fellowship announces anthropology as newly eligible field
LAWRENCE – Anthropology is now approved as an eligible field for the University of Kansas’ prestigious Madison and Lila Self Graduate Fellowship. With its addition, there are 22 eligible doctoral fields for the Self Graduate Fellowship. Nominations by eligible departments are due Jan. 24 for the 2024-2028 cohort of...
Engineering professor receives DARPA grant for research on radar signal processing
Author makes case for data-driven language learning
Professors recognized for commitment, mentorship to graduate students
LAWRENCE — Two University of Kansas educators received honors for their dedication to fostering personal and professional development of graduate students. ...
Research offers a reason why diversity in plant species causes higher farming yield, solving ‘a bit of a mystery’
KU Center for Public Partnerships & Research to lead statewide needs assessment of substance use disorder systems
Achievement & Assessment Institute announces recipient of 2023 AAI Art & Humanities Grant
LAWRENCE—The Achievement & Assessment Institute at the University of Kansas has awarded the 2023 AAI Art & Humanities Grant to Giselle Anatol, interim director of the Hall Center for the Humanities and professor of English, for the project “Imagining Our Futures” Storytelling Game & Art Sessions with AfroRithm Futures Group. ...