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Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center graduates 290th Basic Training Class
Nineteen new law enforcement officers graduated from the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center (KLETC) on March 18 at a ceremony held in the KLETC Integrity Auditorium. ...
Science reporter, producer Kendra Pierre-Louis to speak in 'All We Can Save' series
The collaborative University of Kansas virtual series inspired by contributors to the book “All We Can Save: Truth, Courage, and Solutions for the Climate Crisis” will return for a second event this spring. Climate reporter and journalist Kendra Pierre-Louis will be in conversation with A.D. Boynton II for an event...
Acclaimed author, researcher Naomi Oreskes to present at The Commons
Naomi Oreskes, co-author of “Merchants of Doubt” and a world-renowned geologist, historian and public speaker, will present “Why Trust Science?” at 5:30 p.m. April 5 at The Commons. Oreskes, a leading voice on the role of science in society and the reality of anthropogenic climate change, will give the public...
Four researchers named recipients of the University Scholarly Achievement Award
Four midcareer faculty members at the University of Kansas will receive an award in recognition of their significant research or scholarly achievements in their field. ...
The Duke of Lennox, a preternatural political talent
Think of the Duke of Lennox as a politician who appears on “Dancing With the Stars.” Ludovic Stuart, the duke, did much the same thing when he capered at 17th-century masques — that is, elaborate royal court performances — in the Banqueting Hall he helped build in London for his...
Law students offer assistance with free tax preparation
As tax season is underway, the University of Kansas School of Law is offering free tax preparation services for those who qualify. ...
New research pinpoints promising gene target for Specific Language Impairment
A study from the University of Kansas recently published in the peer-reviewed journal Brain Sciences identifies a new gene target related to Specific Language Impairment (SLI). ...
Study finds men, women in Army view mentorship differently, as way to advance or survive
The U.S. Army has stated it views mentoring as a key way to not only help the most qualified individuals advance in their military careers but to address diversity gaps in its leadership. New research from the University of Kansas shows that men and women in the Army’s special operations...
Suspension of normal trade relations with Russia justified, international trade law expert says
President Joe Biden announced today that the United States will join other G-7 nations and the European Union in moving to suspend normal trade relations with Russia. The move is a continuation of the response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and will raise tariffs on Russian products. ...
KU Libraries reach agreement with Public Library of Science to waive author fees for KU researchers
KU Libraries have joined a partnership with the Public Library of Science (PLOS) that waives author fees for Lawrence campus researchers. ...
Dr. Barney Graham to give Higuchi Memorial Lectures on March 31
Dr. Barney Graham, recently retired deputy director of the National Institutes of Health Vaccine Research Center, will be featured March 31 at the 17th Higuchi Memorial Lectures. A scientific lecture for students and faculty will be held from 12:30-1:30 p.m. at the School of Pharmacy on the Lawrence campus West...
Authors explore practical, political effect of theatre studies
Stuart Day is both a professor in the Department of Spanish & Portuguese and dean of the University of Kansas School of Professional Studies and Edwards Campus in Overland Park, which focuses on training, often for nontraditional students. So what is he doing editing a new book titled “Performances That...
KU Debate qualifies 3 teams for NDT, places 3 teams in Final 16 at American Debate Association tournament
The University of Kansas has qualified two additional debate teams to compete at the National Debate Tournament, to be held at James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia, March 31-April 4. The team of Graham Revare, sophomore from Shawnee, and Ryan Snow, senior from Highlands Ranch, Colorado, qualified through a district...
Math competition part of KU Math and Statistics Awareness Month activities
To celebrate the month of April as national Mathematics and Statistics Awareness Month (MSAM), the University of Kansas Department of Mathematics will offer a series of educational events for area students. ...
KU Libraries announce the 2022 Textbook Heroes cohort in celebration of Open Education Week
In celebration of Open Education Week, which is March 7-11, the University of Kansas Libraries and the Shulenburger Office of Scholarly Communication & Copyright have announced the 2022 Textbook Heroes cohort. Textbook Heroes are members of the KU community who have taken extraordinary initiative to increase access to and affordability...
FNSA announces KU Powwow & Indigenous Cultures Festival events
For several decades, the University of Kansas First Nations Student Association (FNSA) has hosted the Annual KU FNSA Powwow. The event celebrates the diversity of Native American cultures in the community through dancing, singing and honoring the traditions of Indigenous ancestors. ...
University of Kansas joins EPA Green Power Partnership
The University of Kansas has a long-held commitment to sustainability that aims to reduce the overall fossil fuel consumption on campus. In line with this mission, the university recently joined the Environmental Protection Agency’s Green Power Partnership in an effort to increase the development and use of green power in...
Facial characteristics of female candidates hinder electability by conservative voters, but not liberals
A conservative-majority America may never elect a female president. ...
KU researchers win grant to study how young adults decide whether to get HPV vaccine
As vaccines have been politicized and people face pressures whether to receive them, one group is often overlooked. A group of University of Kansas researchers is launching an initiative to better understand how people ages 18-24 decide whether to receive the human papillomavirus vaccine. ...
James Thompson receives Fulbright Specialist Award to Portugal
James Thompson, professor of special education at the University of Kansas, has received a Fulbright Specialist Award to lead a series of plenary presentations and workshops in Portugal this semester. ...
Science policy expert, author to give KU Self Graduate Fellowship Symposium Lecture
Bina Venkataraman, a journalist, science policy expert, author and futurist who has served as a presidential adviser and taught at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, will deliver the Madison and Lila Self Graduate Fellowship Symposium Lecture at the University of Kansas. Venkataraman is a thought leader on the topics of social...
Community Learning and Practice Series resumes with focus on Indigenous values, practice
Continuing the series that launched last fall, the KU First Nations Student Association, Office of Native American Initiatives and The Commons will offer two more virtual events in the Community Learning and Practice Series, which offers space for building understanding and leading with Indigenous values and practice, including reciprocity, relationship...
Performance prize winners focus on climate crisis
It’s a lot to ask a cellist and a percussionist – even aided by the electronics wizardry of their composer pal – to address climate change in a meaningful way. ...
KU to test emergency alert systems March 8
The University of Kansas will conduct an all-systems test of its emergency alert systems at 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 8. The test will include KU’s emergency public address system, tornado sirens, text message alerts and email alerts. ...
KU Kudos: Recent Jayhawk faculty, staff achievements
It's time to celebrate Jayhawk colleagues' achievements: For the third edition of KU Kudos, KU News Service 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. Have something to share? Submit...
KU Law team wins championship at national Indian law moot court competition
For the second consecutive year, a University of Kansas School of Law team won first place at the National Native American Law Students Association (NNALSA) Moot Court Competition. ...
School of Pharmacy Summer Camp registration open
The University of Kansas School of Pharmacy is hosting 6 one-day summer camps for high school students and incoming freshmen June 13, 15, 17, 20, 22 and 24. Summer camp will take place on the Lawrence Campus, where participants explore the many career opportunities of a KU pharmacy degree. Registration...
KU Engineering develops curriculum to address workforce shortage in microchip production
A University of Kansas School of Engineering assistant professor has received a federal grant to explore using “gamifying” techniques to boost the interest of undergraduate students to learn the design and application of electronic hardware. ...
EPA Region 7, KU Center for Environmental Policy to collaborate on research, opportunities
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 7 and KU Center for Research officials have signed an agreement to collaborate on projects and initiatives that will benefit both parties. The agreement, signed during a ceremony Feb. 25, outlines a partnership between EPA Region 7 and the KU Center for Environmental Policy. ...
Research into steel bridges funded by three new Federal Highway Administration grants will fortify American infrastructure
Several awards from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to the University of Kansas School of Engineering will enable research to improve and lengthen the life of bridges, a critical part of American infrastructure. ...