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Dole Institute of Politics visiting fellow will discuss 2024 elections, digital democracy
LAWRENCE – The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas will host an opportunity to engage with Visiting Fellow Katie Harbath on the topics of technology and democracy. At 10 a.m. Nov. 9, Harbath will present “Whirlwind: What to Expect for Digital Democracy in 2024,” where...
First dean candidate for School of Engineering to present Oct. 23
LAWRENCE — Mary Rezac will be the first candidate for the University of Kansas School of Engineering dean position to give a public presentation on her vision for the school. ...
KU Student Affairs welcomes new director for Counseling & Psychological Services
LAWRENCE — KU Student Affairs has welcomed Chris Corbett as the new director for Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS). ...
Week of activities for KU Homecoming begins Oct. 23
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas will host its 111th Homecoming Oct. 23-28. The week will feature a variety of events for alumni and students, culminating in the KU football game against Oklahoma on Oct. 28 in David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. ...
KU doctoral student earns national fellowship
LAWRENCE — Maggie Swenson, doctoral candidate in the University of Kansas School of Public Affairs & Administration (SPAA), has won a competitive Dwight D. Eisenhower/Clifford Roberts Graduate Fellowship from the Eisenhower Institute at Gettysburg College. ...
KU debaters take second place at Houston tournament
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas debate team of freshman Easton Logback, Overland Park, and sophomore Rita Pham, Lee’s Summit, Missouri, took second place at a tournament hosted by the University of Houston from Oct. 13-16. The pair defeated teams from the University of Houston in both the quarterfinals and...
Co-founder of Monument Lab will give public talk at KU
LAWRENCE — Join organizers of the Iⁿ‘zhúje‘waxóbe / Sacred Red Rock project and the Institute for Policy & Social Research for a special presentation, “Telling the Full Story: Power and Presence in Public” by Paul Farber, director and co-founder of the Monument Lab, at 7 p.m. Oct. 20 in the...
KU writing center will celebrate 25th anniversary with campus reception
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas Writing Center, as part of the Writing & Learning Center, welcomes faculty, staff and students to celebrate its 25th anniversary during a reception from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 25 at Anschutz Library. ...
School of Engineering to welcome dean candidates to Lawrence campus
LAWRENCE — Four candidates will hold public presentations in consideration of becoming the next dean of the School of Engineering at the University of Kansas. The university is seeking a collaborative and entrepreneurial leader who is committed to student success, faculty and staff achievement. ...
KU conference will commemorate 100 years of the Turkish Republic
LAWRENCE — An event at the University of Kansas will bring together experts in the politics and history of Turkey to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the republic. ...
Study examines role of working memory, cognitive functions in English learners learning to write
LAWRENCE — When a person attempts to express their thoughts in writing, they use a series of cognitive functions like working memory to access words and ideas they want to convey, phonological awareness of concepts such as syntax and more. And that is in their native language. A new study...
KU faculty to host discussion: 'The Deepening Crisis in Israel/Palestine'
LAWRENCE — A panel of University of Kansas professors will present “The Deepening Crisis in Israel/Palestine: History. Context. Human Rights.” to discuss the escalating conflict in the region. ...
Shannon Blunt to give distinguished professor lecture on signal processing
LAWRENCE – Shannon Blunt’s expertise in radar and remote sensing is internationally recognized, and he has made contributions that have been used in operational radar and sonar systems. ...
Kansas Economic Policy Conference to address urgent workforce needs
LAWRENCE — Each year, the Kansas Economic Policy Conference convenes community and industry leaders, policymakers and scholars. On Oct. 19, the conference will address workforce needs for Kansas. ...
Enjoy an entire day of classical music with KPR’s Live Day
LAWRENCE – Kansas Public Radio will celebrate its commitment to classical music with Live Day, an entire day of live performances Oct. 25. Individuals may attend these concerts at the Lied Center Pavilion or listen to the broadcast live on KPR. ...
New book 'Trade War' examines causes, history of conflict between US, China
LAWRENCE — With no resolution in sight for the trade war between the United States and China, a new book from a University of Kansas international trade law expert examines where the conflict may lead and its consequences thus far while also providing a critical historical and legal analysis of...
Scroll depicting rat wedding banquet provides important insight about cooking in medieval Japan
LAWRENCE — Rats in the kitchen. ...
Study shows testimonials can open acceptance to differing opinions on controversial topics
LAWRENCE — It’s hard to change people’s minds, especially on a topic they feel strongly about. But a new study from the University of Kansas shows that testimonials about a person’s lived experience can open people to acceptance of attitudes different than their own on controversial topics. That could go...
KU Engineering’s annual Tiberti lecture to focus on sustainable leadership
LAWRENCE — The chairman, CEO and founder of the first African American employee stock ownership plan corporation in Missouri will deliver this year’s J.A. Tiberti Family Lecture at the University of Kansas School of Engineering. ...
Campus community encouraged to volunteer for The Big Event at KU
LAWRENCE — The Big Event at KU will stage a day of community engagement and service later this month, and University of Kansas students, faculty and staff are encouraged to volunteer. ...
STARTUP Central project will educate and support biomedical researchers turning innovations into new companies
24 faculty earn specialty and career teaching promotions
LAWRENCE — Twenty-four individuals at the University of Kansas Lawrence and Edwards campuses earned specialty and career teaching faculty promotions this past year. ...
‘Unequal Sisters’ book provides revolutionary perspective on US women’s history
LAWRENCE — When the first “Unequal Sisters” volume came out in 1990, its multicultural feminist essays focused on establishing that women of color were important to acknowledge and understand as key figures in U.S. history. ...
KU Department of Design student projects awarded by AIGA-Kansas City
LAWRENCE — Four 2023 University of Kansas School of Architecture & Design graduates won American Institute of Graphic Arts-Kansas City awards for projects completed during their final year as students. The awardees, all alumni of the KU Department of Design’s visual communication design program, were recognized at the 2023 AIGA...
Hall Center for the Humanities announces 2023-24 Speaker Series
LAWRENCE – The Hall Center for the Humanities’ Speaker Series at the University of Kansas features humanities scholars and creative writers with ideas that shape the world and illuminate the intersections of human experience. ...