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Volleyball team set to start new season
Opening games part of the Oregon Invitational
Coach Ray Bechard says defining team roles is a goal during tournament play.
Riggins to be honored at home opener
Former running back’s name to be added to the ring of honor at Memorial Stadium
John Riggins led the Jayhawks to the Orange Bowl while at KU. In the NFL, he scored over 100 touchdowns and won a Super Bowl with the Redskins.
Lawrence streetpaper receives grant
Change of Heart” serves as a voice for the city’s homeless
The quarterly newspaper founded by KU alumnus Craig Sweets is in its eleventh year of providing a creative outlet and jobs for Lawrence’s homeless population.
Coaches shuffling starting roles in early
Injuries require players to step into vacant positions before season starts
Injuries and players moving on has created an opportunities to start for many players this season. Coach Mangino is still making changes to his final roster with just more than a week before the opening game.
Student’s script comes to life
KU student to debut original play
Adam Burnett’s two-act play “The Death of Romance” is scheduled to hit stages in November.
University to review piracy policy
Senate says zero-tolerance policy is too extreme, difficult to enforce
Student senate and University administration have a one-month period to research the new policy’s affect on students.
Longhorns have no reason to lose
All-American hopefuls, Heisman contenders make strong line up
Sports commentator Case Keefer offers his predictions for the Texas’ season.
Hawk Topics: August 23, 2007
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Fans meet players at appreciation event
Football players put on show
Kansas football fans saw the Jayhawks in action Wednesday night. Some lucky fans met their favorite players.
Greek life numbers on the rise
Fraternities and sororities report increase in recruits
New recruits show dedication as fraternities and sororities welcome new members
Most E-mailed: August 23, 2007
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KU rises in ranking of top universities
University’s placing increases by one to 38th, higher than many Big 12 schools
Once again, the University is among the U.S. News and World Report’s Top 50 Public National Universities. It also ranked among overall Best National Universities in the Princeton Review’s book “The New 2008 ‘Best 366 Colleges.’”
Stewart: Don’t ‘cock’ that hat
Columnist Ross Stewart has a new name for those who wear their hats twisted to the side...
Accident leaves one seriously injured
Student in critical condition after car hits tree
University of Kansas student Daniel Tuttle was flown to the University of Kansas Medical Center Tuesday morning after a car he was riding in slammed in to a tree on Naismith Drive. Four other students were in the car, three of which were hospitalized.
Editorial: Mines still too hazardous
Despite increases in regulations, mining accidents continue to wreak havoc.
What it's like...
To stage a concert
News Briefs: August 23. 2007
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Back to the books
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Corrections: August 23, 2007
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New café offers international cuisine
Global Café owners hope to bring unique flavor to Lawrence
The recently-opened downtown café, located on 820 Massachussets St., serves to a diverse and young clientele. Featured items include pressed sandwiches, breakfast items and a full coffee bar.
Free for All: August 23, 2007
Free for All, you can stand under my umbrella.
White: Wal-Mart is not evil
Columnist Zach White explains why Wal-Mart isn’t as bad as some may think it is. In fact, it may even stand for equality.
On Campus: August 23, 2007
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On the Record: August 23, 2007
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Wheeler: Vick’s career, no leash attached
Better days outside of the dog-fighting ring
Despite reactions to Vick’s dog fighting and gambling operations, past and current football athletes shine a light on the world of sports.
Linebacking positions brimming with talent
With only one returning starter, Mangino may need to improvise with defensive line
Mangino predicts the linebackers will be strong for the year. The defensive line, with only one returning starter, needs to put more pressure on the quarterback.