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Editorial: Studying abroad ‘requirement’ unjust
Students should have the right to choose whether to study abroad
Studying abroad is fine for some, but it’s not practical to be discussed as a graduation requirement.
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.
Free For All: August 24, 2007
What happened to the horoscopes in the newspaper? Now I don’t know how my life is going to turn out.
Petterson: 2008 ‘Genocide Olympics’ a disgrace
Companies sponsoring 2008 games should take a stand against business practices
China was selected as the site for the 2008 Olympic games, despite a less-than-stellar record.
It’s carnival time
Student Union Activities seeks to bring students and faculty together for a night of fun and games
Fun activities will include Ferris wheel rides and the chance to throw a pie at a KU student or professor.
On Campus: August 24, 2007
From poker to free cosmic bowing, this weekend's got it all.
On The Record: August 24, 2007
Today's OTR features theft of the textbook, bicycle and debit card variety.
Most E-mailed: August 24, 2007
Want to know what people are talking about? Here’s a list of Thursday’s most e-mailed stories from Kansan.com.
New Baylor team faces challenges
With a slew of new players, the Bears might find last year’s success hard to replicate.
Although their nonconference schedule appears easy, it’s doubtful the Texas team will be able to qualify for a bowl game this year.
Activists rally at Burger King locations
Coalitions unite behind farm workers for better wages
The Coalition of Immokale Workers represent the Latino, Haitian and Mayan immigrants who harvest produce. Lawrence Fair Food, Kansas Mutual Aid and the Lawrence Coalition for Peace and Justice will march 6 miles for the cause. The march starts 9:30 Saturday.
Professor sculpts students with success
Experience builds upon experience among artists in creative design workshop
Assistant Professor of Art Matthew Burke uses his experience to inspire students in his workshop. Students said his professional talent comes out in class to help create a productive atmosphere around his students.
Beakend: August 24, 2007
Whether you are looking for a laid-back evening, a late night of partying, or the opportunity to woo that mysterious new guy or girl who lives down the hall from you, we have the perfect event for you.
Coach's goal to better times, team
Expectations drive Redwine's desire for improvement
Stanley Redwine helped the men’s team to a strong finish in 2006. With strong coaching and recruiting Redwine hopes to improve the season outcome.
Regents provide far more for far less
Insurance coverage for students increases across state with new comprehensive plan
The Board of Regents has dramatically increased the available insurance coverage for students in a new plan. The recently took control of student insurance and worked together to produce a more comprehensive plan.
Student groups need new way to pay fees
Student Senate passes resolution to halt conference fee payments over summer
The executive committee of the Student Senate passed a resolution to stop paying fees for student groups traveling to conferences. The fees were taking up more of the budget than anticipated.
Fewer requirements for future students
Task force recommends lowering number of general education classes needed
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Dean Joseph Steimnetz appointed a task force for the issue. They recommended lowering the number of required general education hours from 72 to 60.