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University to welcome back former Chancellor Bernadette Gray-Little for building dedication ceremony Oct. 26
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas will formally dedicate its premier Lawrence research facility in honor of the chancellor who made it a reality. ...
Kansas Population Center to host virtual seminar series
LAWRENCE — The Kansas Population Center at the University of Kansas announced that it will host a virtual seminar series, Life, Death, and Everything in the Middle. The series will showcase information on demography specific to the Midwest, a region with its own unique population trends. ...
Math department announces Undergraduate Research Award winners
LAWRENCE – The Department of Mathematics at the University of Kansas has awarded undergraduate research scholarships to three KU students to support their fall 2023 research projects. ...
KU Debate team wins tournament at Missouri State University
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas Debate team of Zachary Willingham, sophomore from Topeka, and Sabrina Yang, sophomore from Overland Park, took first place at the Missouri State University College Debate Tournament, which took place Sept. 22-24. The KU duo defeated the University of Oklahoma in the championship debate. ...
KU Theatre to open its season with 'Collective Rage: A Play in Five Betties'
LAWRENCE — The University Theatre will open its 2023-24 season with a play that unapologetically dives into taboo topics, dips into a revolution happening around the globe and features puppetry to help tell the story. A provocative exploration, “Collective Rage: A Play in Five Betties” by Jen Silverman will be...
KU Kudos: Jayhawk faculty and staff achievements, September 2023
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. Have something to share? Submit by Nov. ...
Value of experienced CEO fades when working in regions vulnerable to corruption, political instability
University honors July, August 2023 Employees of the Month
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas has announced Employees of the Month for July and August 2023. These staff members have made outstanding contributions to the KU community. ...
KU project aims to identify risk factors for toddlers with autism who may remain minimally verbal
KU welcomes largest freshman class in history, grows enrollment to highest level since 2010
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas has its largest freshman class in history and its highest overall enrollment in 13 years, according to annual data released today. ...
Law Review Symposium to revisit the landmark housing trial Shelley v. Kraemer
LAWRENCE — At a most basic level, a person’s home should be a source of safety, comfort and privacy. The freedom to decide where you live has historically been restricted to a small, wealthy and white section of the population. In 1948, the landmark case Shelley v. Kraemer set the...
Dole Institute announces 2023-24 Fellow
LAWRENCE – The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas has named its 2023-2024 Dole Fellow in partnership with the Kansas Rural Center (KRC), a state-based nonprofit dedicated to promoting the long-term health of the land and its people through research, education and advocacy. ...
KU researchers land grant to test app that delivers successful self-determination method for students with disabilities
LAWRENCE — Research has shown that when students with disabilities are given ownership in their education and are involved in setting goals for themselves, they have better outcomes. Researchers at the University of Kansas who have been instrumental in developing and implementing the Self-Determined Learning Model of Instruction have secured...
KU offers new cybersecurity engineering degree
KU Ombuds Day will include 'A Conversation with Thomas Zgambo'
LAWRENCE — Students, faculty and staff who are not sure how to resolve conflicts or issues at the University of Kansas can turn to the Ombuds Office for help. The ombuds staff offers guidance and support to empower individuals in navigating situations and developing strategies to move forward. ...
Pollen analysis suggests peopling of Siberia and Europe by modern humans occurred during a major Pleistocene warming spell
New AAI center to focus on the intersection of technology, education
LAWRENCE — The Achievement & Assessment Institute (AAI) at the University of Kansas has announced a new center, Flexible Learning through Innovations in Technology & Education (FLITE), whose mission is to provide an integrated structure for emerging technologies aligned with student and teaching learning. ...
The Commons announces Global Revolution film series
LAWRENCE — A new film series at the University of Kansas will explore the theme of revolution around the globe. The first event will take place at 5:30 p.m. Sept. 27 at The Forum in Marvin Hall, featuring the 2013 film “The Square.”...
Study shows simulator, combined with app, helps teachers correct mistakes before entering classroom
LAWRENCE — When pilots, surgeons or others with high-stakes professions are learning their craft, they have simulators with which to practice. Now, a new study shows that a simulator, when combined with software to provide data on performance, can help teachers learn what mistakes to avoid before working with children...
Military jets to fly over campus Friday, Saturday in advance of football game
LAWRENCE – Two military jets are scheduled to fly over campus twice this week in advance of Saturday’s football game between the University of Kansas and Brigham Young University. ...
Two KU doctoral students receive Fulbright-Hays dissertation award
LAWRENCE — Two doctoral candidates at the University of Kansas have been awarded the prestigious Fulbright-Hays Doctoral Dissertation Research Abroad Award, receiving a combined $92,000 to conduct research in South America. ...
New KU training program will help develop scientific workforce equipped to address climate change’s impacts on biodiversity
Annual Montessori Research Retreat planned Oct. 13-15
LAWRENCE – The Center for Learner Agency Research and Action (CLARA) will host the annual Montessori Research Retreat at the University of Kansas from Oct. 13-15, including a KU Community Invited Session for local scholars and educators to engage with the latest research findings in Montessori education. ...
1923 Jayhawk Celebration scheduled for Sept. 22 as part of Family Weekend events
LAWRENCE — KU Memorial Unions will host a 1923 Jayhawk Celebration at 12:30 p.m. Sept. 22 outside of the Kansas Union on Ascher Plaza, Level 4. Join Union staff in singing “Happy Birthday” to the beloved Jayhawk. ...
Spotlight on mud snakes: Study unveils evolutionary secrets of enigmatic snake family from Southeastern Asia
One year after Mahsa Jina Amini's death, KU researchers analyze social media responses in Iran
LAWRENCE — One year ago, Kurdish Iranian woman Mahsa Jina Amini was killed, setting off some of the largest protests in Iran’s recent history. Her death, widely attributed to a beating after her arrest by the nation’s morality police for not wearing her hijab correctly, spurred protests calling for improved...
Four professors awarded Big XII Faculty Fellowships
LAWRENCE — Four University of Kansas professors have been selected for The Big XII Faculty Fellowship Program, which provides tenured and tenure-track faculty up to $2,500 in travel funding to collaborate with peers at other Big 12 institutions. Fellows can use the funding to visit campuses, bring colleagues from peer...