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Stephen Ware to give his inaugural distinguished professor lecture
LAWRENCE — Stephen Ware’s writings have been cited by the U.S. Supreme Court and in at least 34 other federal and state cases. The University of Kansas community has the chance to hear Ware give his inaugural distinguished professor lecture at 4 p.m. April 7 via Zoom. Attendees of the...
Media invited to view zero-energy house Haven Studio on April 15
LAWRENCE — Area media are invited to view Haven Studio — a zero-energy house powered by renewable energy and designed and built by University of Kansas architecture students for the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon Build Challenge competition – on April 15. ...
Doctoral student Marzia Chowdhury awarded research funding to further future pandemic knowledge
LAWRENCE — A University of Kansas doctoral student in the School of Architecture & Design has received a prestigious research award from the California-based Center for Health Design, which supports researchers whose work is filling gaps in evidence-based design for health care. ...
Expert in self-determination for those with disabilities can speak on alternatives to guardianship
LAWRENCE — Without alternatives to guardianship, people with disabilities and older adults and their families can encounter negative outcomes, according to a University of Kansas expert who has spent 20 years studying the self-determination of people with disabilities. ...
Join the Institute for Policy & Social Research for doctoral fellow research presentations
LAWRENCE — The Institute for Policy & Social Research at the University of Kansas will present the IPSR Doctoral Research Fellows Reception from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. April 7 at the Ecumenical Campus Ministries, 1204 Oread Ave. ...
KU to host discussion on Iranian public demonstrations
LAWRENCE — University of Kansas faculty, students and staff from the Iranian community will discuss the political demonstrations and unrest in Iran through the perspectives of research and shared experience as part of the Global Conversations series. ...
KU research employs more than 4,100 on campus, buys $53.9M in goods and services from Kansas companies
April Red Hot Research sessions to highlight graduate research, racial equity projects
LAWRENCE — The Red Hot Research series returns in April with two sessions focused on graduate student research and racial equity. ...
Study: 'Spreadsheet wherewithal,' life cycle of data key to preparing journalists, communicators
LAWRENCE — In the age of big data, information is everywhere. But it takes a skilled data interpreter and communicator to help people understand what information means and why it is important. To help ensure future journalists and communicators know how to find, make sense of and share data —...
KU pianist will perform world premiere of 'Song of Spring Outing'
LAWRENCE — The Asian Classical Music Initiative (ACMI) and the University of Kansas Center for East Asian Studies will present the world premiere of "Song of Spring Outing," a solo piano piece composed by Chen Yi, a distinguished professor of composition at UMKC Conservatory. The performance, to take place at...
Four researchers named recipients of University Scholarly Achievement Award
LAWRENCE — 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. ...
Investment in information technology helps companies maximize innovation, study finds
Iⁿ‘zhúje‘waxóbe/Sacred Red Rock project featured at upcoming community event
LAWRENCE — Join the Iⁿ‘zhúje‘waxóbe project leadership at 3 p.m. April 1 at Lawrence Public Library Auditorium for a public presentation on the Iⁿ‘zhúje‘waxóbe / Sacred Red Rock project funded by the Mellon Foundation Monuments Project Initiative. ...
KU will offer redesigned, remote training for volunteer fire officers in Kansas
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas Achievement & Assessment Institute’s Center for Certification & Competency-Based Education (C3Be) has partnered with KU's Kansas Fire & Rescue Training Institute (KFRTI) to develop a new volunteer fire officer training course through the adoption of a competency-based instructional and authentic assessment model. Set to...
Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams founder to kick off inaugural KU School of Business entrepreneurship event
LAWRENCE — Jeni Britton, founder and chief creative officer of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams, will speak as part of an inaugural University of Kansas School of Business event celebrating entrepreneurship at 6 p.m. April 25. ...
Research on broadband in Kansas recommends statewide strategy to improve infrastructure
AAI’s Arts & Humanities Grant program now accepting proposals
LAWRENCE — The Achievement and Assessment Institute (AAI) is accepting proposals for its Arts & Humanities Grant, now in its third year. The purpose of the grant program is to foster deeper ties between the arts and humanities and the education and social sciences within which most of AAI’s work...
KU Kudos: Jayhawk faculty and staff achievements, March 2023
LAWRENCE — It's time to celebrate Jayhawk colleagues' achievements: 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 and affiliates. Have something to share? Submit by April 21...
Second KU-led Global Climate Teach-in offers local perspectives to worldwide event
LAWRENCE — University of Kansas scholars and students as well as activists and area professionals will share their research and advocacy as part of a global effort to come together around solutions and education for the climate crisis. The second annual Global Climate Teach-in will take place March 29 at...
KU nominates 3 juniors for Udall Undergraduate Scholarships
LAWRENCE — Three students at the University of Kansas are nominees for Udall Undergraduate Scholarships, which recognize students who demonstrate leadership, public service and commitment in the fields of tribal public policy, Native health care or the environment. ...