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Heat affects move-in day
Students and parents bear 100-degree heat
Tents, ice troughs, drinks and smoothies were provided to students and parents. The housing department changed the move-in time from 8 a.m. to 6:30 a.m. due to the heat.
Volunteers to assist new students
Information tables set up across campus, offices extend hours
New students who need help finding classes, bus routes and information on their first days can ask volunteers from Student Success for assistance. Offices will also extend their hours from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Local DJ finds a home for his music
Lawrence music man makes name for himself with crowd-pleasing style
After working for venues in Kansas City and Topeka, Ken Soap returned to his hometown of Lawrence to showcase his music. DJ Soap, the host of “Phat Fridays” at Johnny’s Tavern, uses his crowds’ attitude to play the music they want.
Campus groups reach out to new students
200 students took part in yesterday’s “Take Over the Beach” event in the Kansas Union
New students looking to find their place at the University had the opportunity to learn about student organizations, hear music, play games and win prizes.
Convocation marks start of academic year
Students, faculty, staff gather at Lied Center for traditional ceremony
Chancellor Robert Hemenway and Hannah Love, student body president, addressed the crowd and welcomed the class of 2011. Common themes in their speeches were embracing KU tradition and experiencing new opportunities.
City debates new business ordinance
Proposal could penalize downtown businesses and revoke entertainment licenses
Commissioner Mike Amyx proposed a disorderly business ordinance in order to improve downtown safety. Officials, owners and residents are now debating the ordinances’ effect on downtown Lawrence.
Pesky pimples
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Grad check
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Music that moves you
Check out what people are listening to around campus
Sports Specs
Synchronized swimming
Dorm residents affected by magazine scam
Solicitors attempt to sell students fake subscriptions
Students in Templin and Lewis Residence Halls filed non-criminal offense reports after two men attempted to sell them magazine subscriptions. The company the men claimed to be with did not exist.
Workshops teach women about self-defense
Hands-on lessons will show practical ways to handle violent situations
Rec Fest will include a women’s self-defense workshop taught by local martial arts instructors. The Emily Taylor Women’s Resource Center hosts the workshop, which is free for students.
Drum group promotes African culture
Concert kicks off semester for Kansas African Studies Center
A crowd gathered to listen and dance along Wednesday afternoon at a free concert put on by the Kansas University Drumming and Dancing Ensemble. KUADDE was formed last spring.
On Campus: August 16, 2007
Here's what's happening on campus for August 16, 2007
Reesing’s starting chances increasing
Other position battles include right guard, strong safety; freshmen step up
Sophomore quarterback Todd Reesing appears to be the likely starter at quarterback. He practiced with the first team Monday and earned praise from coach Mark Mangino.
Senior trio leads women’s cross country
Nine sophomores make up bulk of team’s roster
As the women’s cross country team readies for its Sept. 1 opener, it leans on three seniors to lead the way. The young supporting cast must also step up.
Bechard setting up to make history
Volleyball coach three wins away from record
The season looks bright for the team, with nine returning starters and six promising newcomers. Bechard is confident the women will regain a spot in the Big 12 Conference.
Most E-mailed: August 16, 2007
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Williams: Media division hurts
Partisanship poisons journalism
News Briefs: August 16, 2007
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Talib rises as team leader
Cornerback named the only non-senior team captain for 2007 season
Aqib Talib has earned much praise from coaches and teammates. He hopes to set the record for single-season school interceptions this season.
Crossing manager says his bar will not close
Despite hotel proposal, demolition threat, popular bar plans to stay open
Phil Mears, The Crossing manager, says he knows of no plan to close the bar, even as the proposal for a high-rise hotel on the site nears a public hearing. A vote could come in September.
Volleyball Notes
This year's volleyball team gears up for the season.
Tough schedule may slow K-State football team
Young team may be challenged by bowl-winning opponents, intimidating arenas
With a rough non-conference schedule on top of road games against Texas, Nebraska and Oklahoma State, the Wildcats will need consistency and upsets to improve upon a 7-6 2006 campaign.
KU has its place in football Hall of Fame
‘The Kansas Comet’ only one of program’s players to become an all-time great
Texas, Nebraska and Oklahoma are the football powerhouses of the Big 12 Conference. As for Big 12 teams with a legacy of NFL greats, though, KU ranks behind only one.
NY Attorney General investigating department
Marchiony refutes kickback allegations printed in press release
New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo announced in an August press release that the althletics departments of Kansas and 39 other universities are under investigation for possibly receiving kickbacks from education lenders.
Editorial: In heat, too much information
News agencies fall all over themselves to state the obvious
Brown: Harry Potter's spell is powerful
Why the boy wizard's epic story is one for the ages
Weak schedule boosts KU postseason hopes
Preseason analysts predict Jayhawks are bowl-bound because early-season games
College football experts think KU will finish in the bottom half of the Big 12 North. Because of a weak non-conference schedule, though, the Jayhawks could use a quick start and still earn a bowl bid.
Free for All: August 16, 2007
The band doesn’t play “Thriller” this year. Well, the games just won’t be the same.