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University announces that Robinson Center pools are closed
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas has announced that swimming pools in Robinson Center are no longer available to KU students, faculty or staff for open swimming. In May, it was announced that the Department of Health, Sport & Exercise Science, which managed and maintained the pools, is no longer...
School of Law announces associate dean for diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas School of Law has announced the appointment of Jamila Jefferson-Jones, professor of law, as the new associate dean for diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. ...
KU experts can discuss outsized influence of abortion politics in America on November midterm elections
LAWRENCE — As the November midterm elections approach, the issue of abortion looms large over many races, ballot initiatives and candidates. Voters in California, Vermont, Michigan and Kentucky will find measures on their ballots aimed at either protecting or curbing reproductive rights, and candidates across the political spectrum are making...
Tribal law expert available to discuss imminent Indian Child Welfare Act case heard by Supreme Court
LAWRENCE — The U.S. Supreme Court will soon hear the case of Brackeen v. Haaland, which will consider the constitutionality of the Indian Child Welfare Act. ...
KU launches Higher Learning Commission accreditation reaffirmation process
LAWRENCE — In a little more than two years, the University of Kansas will undergo evaluation by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) to reaffirm its accreditation. On Aug. 29, steering committee team members from all KU campuses will assemble in the Kansas Union’s Big 12 Room to formally begin a...
W.M. Keck Foundation awards $1.2 million to KU, University of Chicago team to transform understanding of RNA splicing
Lawrence campus 2022 United Way campaign launches Aug. 27
LAWRENCE — The annual Lawrence campus campaign for the United Way begins Saturday, Aug. 27, when University of Kansas employees are encouraged to attend the Unite and Take Flight event at the Lawrence Regional Airport. Daytime events include children’s activities, food truck, aircraft displays, as well as plane and helicopter...
Notable artists, educators to visit for Fall 2022 KU Design Symposium Lecture Series
LAWRENCE — The School of Architecture & Design at the University of Kansas has announced programming for the Fall 2022 KU Design Symposium Lecture Series. ...
KU Legal Aid Clinic, Douglas County DA's Office and Lawrence Public Library to host criminal record expungement clinic
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas School of Law’s Legal Aid Clinic will host a Clean Slate Criminal Record Expungement Clinic in partnership with the Douglas County District Attorney’s Office and Lawrence Public Library. The clinic will take place in person from noon to 3 p.m. Sept. 12 in the...
Measure to teach students self-determination translated to American Sign Language, shown to be effective with deaf youth
KU Libraries to present new exhibition highlighting disability studies
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas Libraries’ newest exhibition, “Expanding the Canvas of Disability,” will open Sept. 22 in Watson Library’s Haricombe Gallery. The exhibition highlights the research and creative work of disability scholars across disciplines at KU. ...
Creativity, scholarship will be on display for Paper Plains Zine Fest
LAWRENCE – The Emily Taylor Center for Women & Gender Equity at the University of Kansas is partnering with multiple local organizations to host an event that allows attendees to explore written works meant to inform, inspire and instruct. ...
KU Libraries now accepting nominations for open access award
LAWRENCE — The David Shulenburger Office of Scholarly Communication & Copyright is now accepting nominations for the annual Shulenburger Award for Innovation & Advocacy in Scholarly Communication. ...
New principles for biological fieldwork will build equity for researchers and local communities
2022 KU Engineering graduate awarded $35,000 Phi Kappa Phi fellowship
LAWRENCE — Amanda Hertel, a 2022 University of Kansas graduate in chemical engineering from Shawnee, is the recipient of the 1897 Fellowship by the honor society of Phi Kappa Phi — the nation's oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines. The prestigious $35,000 fellowship recognizes the...
Nine KU students receive Undergraduate Research Awards for fall
LAWRENCE — This fall, nine University of Kansas students will receive an Undergraduate Research Award (UGRA). UGRA recipients are awarded a $1,000 scholarship as they work on mentored research and creative projects. ...
Nine faculty recognized as winners of distinguished teaching awards
LAWRENCE — Nine faculty members at the University of Kansas are being recognized as winners of annual distinguished teaching awards. ...
KU architecture students awarded AIA-St. Louis scholarships
LAWRENCE — Eleven University of Kansas School of Architecture & Design students have received scholarships from the American Institute of Architects’ St. Louis chapter. ...
KU area studies centers win $8 million in Title VI funding
LAWRENCE — Four international area studies centers at the University of Kansas have been awarded more than $8 million in grant funding under the U.S. Department of Education’s competitive Title VI program. ...
English scholar serving as interim leader of Hall Center for Humanities following director’s retirement
LAWRENCE — Richard Godbeer, director of the Hall Center for the Humanities, has retired from the University of Kansas. He led the intellectual hub for humanities scholars and its robust public outreach program for three years. ...
Two KU Law professors elected to prestigious American Law Institute
LAWRENCE – Two professors at the University of Kansas School of Law have been elected as new members of the American Law Institute. ...
School of Business announces academic area leadership appointments
LAWRENCE — Two new University of Kansas School of Business faculty members have been named directors of its Management and Entrepreneurship academic area and its Analytics, Information and Operations Management (AIO) academic area. ...