Stories for May 2007

The Kansas Union Bookstore informed the Jayhawk Bookstore that it would no longer share information about course book requirements. Bill Muggy, owner and manager of the Jayhawk Bookstore, said this change would prevent students from getting the lowest prices for books from other vendors.

What Do You Think?: May 10, 2007

What will you miss the most about KU over the summer?

Moore: A few tips for graduating Jayhawk fans

Things to do (and not do) once you are out of Lawrence and still carrying the KU banner

Sporting events will give alumni the chance to annoy co-workers, sing the Rock Chalk Chant and remember the days when they were students.

Kealing: ‘Sports was my entry into journalism’

Covering games for The Kansan gave writer the opportunity to meet many people

From Marian Washinton’s last game the president’s visit to Kansas, there are a lot of memories from the last few years.

Softball preps for Big 12 Championship

Team on a five-game losing streak hopes to turn it around in Oklahoma

Last year’s postseason championship doesn’t mean anything during this year’s games.

On Campus: May 10, 2007

Here is a look at some of the events happening on campus this week.

35 Things to do before you MOVE OUT

Sigma Nu begins recolonization

Seven former members will help rebuild fraternity

Sigma Nu alumni are bringing the fraternity back to campus in August, nearly two years after the chapter lost its national charter. They hope to foster a strong relationship with the University.

Lawrence 911

Meet one officer that's keeping you in check

Riggins: Priorities not with U.S. citizens

President is taking away the country’s safety net

Americans should be able to count on support for disaster relief but recently, that guarantee has not been as dependable.

Text messages will alert students

University implements system for emergency response

Beginning today, students can sign up to receive text messages from the University during situations of imminent danger. The program is an initiative to allow communication with students during emergencies.

Top 10 important sporting events this semester

Did your favorite player or sport make the list?

Here are the ups, the downs and the record-setting events that left campus talking.

Rose guilty of lesser charge

Two days of deliberation draw to close, Rose convicted of nine counts

A 12-person jury convicted 21-year old Jason Allen Rose of involuntary manslaughter Friday.

Minster: Father of the Year award up for grabs

Alec Baldwin’s attitude toward his daughter makes a lot of other fathers look good

It seems the No. 1 rule for harassing someone would be to make sure it is not recorded. A lot of people are skipping that step.

Dirty Work

Clean without getting your hands too dirty

One Man's Trash

Moving out? Don’t throw unwanted items away — donate them to a charitable organization.

Movie Review

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Spider-Man 3

What it's Like

...to move to a different country

Wescoe Wit

Bitch & Moan

Jayplay Calendar: May 10 to May 16

Check out Jayplay's hottest events of the week!

High-heeled shoes not needed

After numerous tries, I realized that I can be sophisticated without wearing 3-inch heels.

Q & A

...with Andy McKee

Health Tip

Whether you’re moving out or moving on, purchase health insurance

Mommas on the Hill

For moms on campus, Mother’s Day comes more than once a year.

Tomorrow's News

A Mother’s Day history: From goddesses to gift cards

That's Disgusting

Protect your feet from fungus

Editorial: ‘Student voice’ being silenced

The Kansan has run a series of ads that objectify women

‘A healthy dose of misogyny’ to go along with a daily dose of news is harmful to women.

Baseball’s postseason hopes still alive

Strong run support keeping players in the game

Team’s ‘resilient’ attitude makes coach Ritch Price proud.

Rap music sales decline

Violence, demeaning lyrics give industry negative image

The hip-hop and rap industries are losing fans and sales. Sales dropped 20 percent nationwide from 2005 to 2006 and 70 percent in that time at one Lawrence store.

This Weekend

Atheists lead a discussion to educate public

Atheists discuss transitions from Christians and Quakers to atheism

People have the chance to ask questions of a belief system they may not know anything about.

Calligrapher in an electronic world

Artist pursues her passion, craft with the pen

Cathy Ledeker says there’s no substitute for the human touch in today’s technological world. That’s why she continues to create designs and inscriptions using her calligrapher’s pens.

Feline friends

Woman feeds, adopts campus kitties

Carol Mitchell found a starving cat on her walk through campus on Thanksgiving day nearly five years ago. Mitchell took the cat home and now walks on campus every day with food that she leaves for cats and birds.

Look Before you Leap

Find out what you’re getting into before you say, ‘I do... want to live with you.’

Wednesday, May 9

Free For All: May 9, 2007

Jack Sparrow dies at the end of Pirates of the Caribbean 3.

Rose's mental capacity focal point of trial

Fire chief calls cause of Boardwalk Apartments fire 'undetermined' at this point

Jason Allen Rose's history of group housing were discussed at length Tuesday in the Boardwalk Apartments trial. Social workers and other witnesses who knew Rose described him as having a below-average mental capacity, and said that they couldn't recall any incidents with fire.

Most E-Mailed: May 9, 2007

Here are the most e-mailed stories on May 9, 2007.

Jorgensen: Dancing with the stars

What if Kansas athletics had its own dance competition?

Football coach Mark Mangino gets eliminated in fourth place. Who will win it all?

Henrickson extension a product of recruiting

Pay raise may be in order for Kansas coach

Despite an overall 40-49 record during her time at Kansas, Bonnie Henrickson is recognized throughout the Big 12 as a coach who can land recruits and get her players to play aggressively. Last month the Kansas Athletics Department announced that she received a contract extension

Students act as own landlords in Ad Astra house

Soap-making parties and gardening just part of co-op experience

After being rescued from demolition for $1, the co-operative Ad Astra house is home for nine students. With sustainable living one of the goals of the residents, improvements are on-going, as are social activities with a twist.

Online textbook information increases

ISBN barcode to be included in online listings

The KU Bookstores Web site will now feature more information about textbook requirements, including the ISBN barcode. Bookstore owners say the new listing will result in lower buyback amounts and higher prices.

Quote of the Day: May 9, 2007

Here's today's quote of the day

Corrections: May 9, 2007

Here are the corrections from Monday's and Tuesday's papers.

On Campus: May 9, 2007

Here's what's going on around campus today.

Who's Who: Rachel Magario

Magario, who went blind at age six, finds positives aspects of any situation

Racel Magario, a graduate student from Brazil, is blind. But she doesn't consider it a disability. Instead, she capitalizes on her strenghts, and perseveres through tragedy.

Tennis Brief: May 9, 2007

The tennis team handed out its annual awards at the team banquet.

Flooded river forces moves rowing practice

Team will practice at Wyandotte Lake until river waters subside

High waters limit the rowing team's ability to practice on the Kansas River. Relocated to the Wyandotte Lake, the team says the inconvenient move took time out of practice.

Editorial: Presidential candidates seem stale

No one too exciting from Republicans or Democrats

It's just the same old stories from many of the same old faces. The media has already lost attention and has begun speculating on undeclared candidates.

Sports Calendar: May 9, 2007

Here's the sports calendar for May 9, 2007.

Oliveria: Brazil's AIDS policy works

Taking a realist approach, Brazil helps prostitutes, encourages contraceptives

The government recently forced Merck to allow mass production of the anti-AIDS drug efavirenz. But where does one draw the line between intellectual rights and human rights?

What Do You Think: May 9, 2007

What do you think will be your toughest final?

Baseball to play Missouri State today

Struggling team looks to play five games in four days

Coach Price moves to set up a schedule similar to the Major Leagues, playing a lot of games in a short period of time. Missouri State is 20-26, 5-13 in the Missouri Valley Conference.

Jewish groups to honor heroic professor

Holocaust survivor professor barricaded door during Virginia Tech shootings

Professor Liviu Librescu became a hero during the massacre at Virginia Tech. Chabad and KU Hillel held a meeting in order to discuss how to honor his actions.

Molina: Love of the game long lost

Professional sports have become big busines and we fans are to blame

Athletes are tied to constantly improving their statistics and numerical performance and we, the fans are at fault. Every time we demand improved competition in lieu of just a good ball game.

Track Brief: May 9, 2007

Junior hurdler Ashley Brown is named Female Athlete of the Week.

Tuesday, May 8

Entrepreneurs to start business soon

Student company Abacus hopes to sell to Fortune 500 companies

After winning 2nd place at the Shocker Business Plan Competition, the company with the product that analyzes financial data automatically looks to further develop software.

Men’s ultimate Frisbee to play at Nationals

Horrorzontals will travel to Ohio for Memorial Day Weekend

A group of guys looking for a good time has evolved into a national caliber team with a qualified coach. The Horrorzontals will be making their third appearance at Nationals.

Correction: May 8, 2007

The following correction should be made to Monday's Kansan.

Rose admits lying during interrogation

Defendant changes his story from night of Boardwalk fire.

Jason Allen Rose confessed much of his taped confessions were fabricated. Prosecution proceeded to try to identify what in his testimony was actually true and what was lies.

Robinett: New rule shouldn't change much

NCAA may expand three-point line to 20 feet nine inches

New three-point line rule showed little effect on three-point shooting during tests. Rule may make NCAA more like pro.

Rec center expansion will begin Monday

Complex will be open during transition period

Construction at the Student Recreation and Fitness center will add more courts for indoor sport activities, more free weights, extended track and virtual golf.

Big 12 Standings: May 8, 2007

Kansas falls to last place in Big 12 Conference again

Jayhawks may have a chance for a victory against Chicago State this weekend. They need a win after their dissapointing loss to Kansas State.

Free for All: May 8, 2007

My roommate just lost her shoe in the river on Tennessee.

On Campus: May 8, 2007

Here's what's happening on campus for May 8, 2007.

Truck crashes into Chi Omega sorority house

Vehicle nearly misses students swimming in nearby fountain

Students outside by the sorority house had little time to react to the pick-up. Only the driver was injured.

Letter to the Editor: It isn’t condemnation

Abortions should be available to women, but so should education.

Student mother writes a letter in response to a letter written about the need for more effective birth control and more available sources for abortion. You may be surprised by her response.

Editorial: Cheating not worth consequences

Learn from Duke students, prepare for finals instead of cheating

34 students were kicked out of Duke University’s business school for cheating on the final. These students also cheated themselves out of a valuable learning experience.

Letter to the Editor: Abortion philosophy

Abortion shouldn’t simply to support a specific lifestyle.

Mothers are considered on both side of the abortion debate. Maybe we should look to Mother Theresa about the severity of what abortion really does to our morals.

Sports Calendar: May 8, 2007

Check out some of this week's sporting events.

Baseball team struggles to find playing time

15th cancellation of the season affects team’s standing

Bad weather, technical difficulties and now scheduling conflicts have kept the Jayhawks off the field.

Monday, May 7

Baseball loses for second straight game

Jayhawks fall into last place in Big 12 Conference after loss

The weekend series against the Wildcats gave the Jayhawks a chance to catapult Kansas State into seventh place, but the loss dropped Kansas into last place. Kansas may fail to quality for the Big 12 Tournament this season after winning the tournament last year.

Quote of the Day: May 7, 2007

Here's the Kansan's Quote of the Day.

Rowing Brief: May 7, 2007

Here is the rowing brief about the annual team banquet.

Baseball doesn’t control its postseason

Weekend sweep by Wildcats leaves Jayhawks in limbo over tournament chances

The Jayhawks' hopes are dependent on how Oklahoma, Baylor and Texas Tech finish the season. All three teams are just ahead of Kansas in the Big 12 standings.

On Campus: May 7, 2007

Here's what's happening on campus for May 7, 2007.

Baseball Box Score: Kansas State 7, Kansas 4

The Wildcats downed the Jayhawks 7-4.

Editorial: Sexual violence preventable

Almost 20 percent of women are estimated to be raped during their college careers.

To stop sexual violence from occurring, create a buddy system at parties. Leaving someone behind because they’re too drunk to move is not a good idea.

Greensburg natives cope with disaster

The small, southwestern Kansas town suffered huge amounts of damage after a tornado touched down Friday night.

After news of the devastating tornado reached them, students from Greensburg made attempts to confirm the safety of their family, friends and property.

Letter to the Editor: Abortion a necessary service

Although it shouldn’t be used as birth control, there’s a societal need for abortion.

One mistake, her fault or not, should not condemn a woman for the rest of her life. After all, it takes two people to make a baby.

Free for All: May 7, 2007

I got on the bus seat, out of the rain, and it was raining on the bus. Aint life funny?

Sports Calendar: May 7, 2007

Check out some of this week's sporting events.

Junior breaks 100-meter dash record

Ashley Brown set a new KU record with 13.11 seconds

Along with Ashley Brown’s record-setting run, several Jayhawks improved their regional marks.

Softball Box Score: Iowa State 8, Kansas 0; Iowa State 3, Kansas 2

Iowa State swept the Kansas softball team over the weekend.

Scholarship hall has Cinco de Mayo party

Festival is first for Watkins Scholarship Hall

The event involved gathering clothing donations, fundraising and live music. Lawrence businesses helped fund the party by providing prizes and donating clothes.

Holopirek: Winning takes a team

No matter how many hot shots you may have, it doesn’t mean anything if you can’t work together.

As Babe Ruth said, several “clubs” weren’t “worth a dime” because teammates couldn’t figure out that others were depending on them.

Second-half conference play promises thrills

Kansas will face Nebraska homecoming weekend

Kansas’ Big 12 matches for next season promise to offer thrills, and even a couple cliffhangers.

Briefs: May 7, 2007

Here are some briefs for Monday May 7, 2007.

Improved Iowa State stomps Kansas

The Kansas softball team’s offense couldn’t muster any prowess over the weekend, eventually leading to a sweep by Iowa State.

Despite winning an early-season match-up against Iowa State, Kansas failed to keep the Cyclones down. The Cyclones defeated the Jayhawks 8-0 and 3-2 respectively.

Friday, May 4

Syring: Smoking ban should be upheld

Businesses, Kansas Supreme Court should deny indoor smoking

The owner of two local bars filed a lawsuit against Lawrence in 2005 for its smoking ban. Columnist Kaitlyn Syring argues that the ban — which is now being considered by the Kansas Supreme Court — should not be reversed because smoking is detrimental to patrons' health.

On Campus: May 4, 2007

Here's what's happening on campus for May 4, 2007.

Rose admits he set paper on fire

Jury listens to video confession in Boardwalk Apartment fire trial

Jason Allen Rose said that he lit a piece of paper containing the phone number of a man named "Stan" on fire in the Boardwalk Apartment complex on the night of the deadly fire two years ago. Rose is accused of starting the fire. His attorney says he was coerced during questioning.

Workin' for the beakend

Here is a list of the weekend's events.

Sports Calendar: May 4, 2007

Check out some of this week's sporting events.

Senior golfer named to All-Big 12 team

Gary Woodland leads team with 72 average

Woodland is one of only 10 golfers to make the list.

Free for All: May 4, 2007

I found a hat that says "Jawhawk." What does that mean?

Last meet draws near for track and field

Athletes preparing for Big 12 competition

Runners and field event athletes have one last shot to improve their regional qualifying marks May 11 through the 13 in Fayetteville, Ark., at the Razorbacks Twilight.

Baseball struggles to qualify for tournament

Kansas faces Kansas State at home on Saturday

The baseball team is the defending Big 12 conference champion, but the team is still trying to make this year's tournament. Kansas plays Kansas State at 3:00 p.m. Saturday in Lawrence.

Softball has roller coaster season

Team is on the way up, faces Iowa State on Saturday

The softball team many young players this year. The team learned from early losses and won its last few games.

Editorial: Health education reduced to Paris Hilton

Educational tools need altering to effectively reach youth

"What 16-year-old is going to focus on the cognitive impairment of alcohol when he can remove Paris Hilton’s liver and play catch with it?"

What do you think?

What are your plans for the summer?

Rally to prompt compassion for homeless

Demonstration to collect sleeping bags for less fortunate

Graduate students Shannon Williams and Jenn Holtaway have organized a demonstration this Saturday afternoon in South Park to raise awareness of a national problem called "bum bashing." In 2006, 142 random attacks were reported nationwide, two of which were in Lawrence.

Taste tests at tea time

Study researches link between green tea color, flavor

A research group for the Kansas State University Sensory Analysis Center shared their findings on the various interpretations of the taste of green tea. The group plans to develop a system for accurately and universally identifying tea flavors.

Most E-mailed: May 4, 2007

Want to know what people are talking about? Here is a list of Thursday's most e-mailed stories from Kansan.com.

Mars lander prototype ready for takeoff

Engineering students face toughest mission of year

Despite skepticism from professors, a class of 16 optimistic engineering students are anticipating their Lander's mission next Saturday. With a $2,500 budget, the students designed a prototype to fall 500 feet from a helium-filled balloon by parachute, fire three simple model rocket engines to slow its decent and softly land upright at a Clinton Lake radio control airfield.

Student fees fund changes around campus

$30 fee increase will provide for newer, cleaner buses, more wireless

Student Senate raised student fees by $54.75 this semester. Some of that money will be used to set off inflation, but $30 will be used to pay for several things, including newer buses, SafeBus, the Sabatini Multicultural Resource Center and wireless expansion.

Football: A season preview

Kansas State, Baylor, Colorado, Texas A & M in review

Yearly transitions provide new projections for the upcoming Jayhawk football season. The outlook for Kansas appears to look both ways.

Davison: Boxing rebirth begins with De La Hoya/Mayweather

Saturday's match sets Nevada record $19 million

The entertaining Mayweather is favored because of his speed and aggressiveness. Bottom line: Mayweather is too much for De La Hoya to handle.

Spencer Art Museum hosts student night

Event attempts to increase student interaction

The Spencer Student Advisory Board holds events like student night to attract students who normally wouldn't visit the galleries and attend the lectures. This year KJHK provided the entertainment for those who attended last night's event.

Thursday, May 3

The Other Two

Twenty-three students at KU who don’t hail from the lower 48 states

That's Disgusting

Don't get stuck staying in a dirty hotel

Letter to the Editor: Placement could have been better but effort appreciated

Memorial to fallen soldiers treated with disrespect by some student

Collegiate Veterans Association should have been notified about memorial.

Softball Box Score: Kansas 0, Wichita State 1; Kansas 4, Wichita State 6

Wichita State Shockers swept Kansas in Wednesday's double header.

More ZZZ's Please

Enter unconsciousness and see what goes on before the alarm clock goes off

Free for All: May 3, 2007

Honk if you love peace and quiet.

You are What You Wear... Out

Dress your best for a great night out

Former University student victim in shooting

Leslie Noble Ballew graduated in 1997

Two people were killed Sunday in the Kansas City shooting in the Ward Parkway Mall.

Hawk Topics

Raine Reviews: News You Can Use

General address Bush, terrorism in speech

Myers says military policy should be to change al-Qaida members' mindsets

Gen. Richard B. Myers spoke about terrorism and his relationship with President George W. Bush at the University on Wednesday.

This Weekend

lawrence art guild

On Campus: May 3, 2007

Here's what's happening on campus for May 3, 2007.

Food Review

Ice Cream

Jurors watch tape of Rose’s interrogation

Fire survivors and detective take stand during trail

Rose’s comments inconsistent during questioning about Boardwalk Apartments fire.

Deskie thinks job ‘is something else’

Odd hours and odd events keep work interesting

Everything from unexpected Christmas Eve feasts and trash can hanging from the ceiling become normal occurrences when you work in a residence hall.

Kansas softball can't compete with Wichita State

Shockers improve to 8-2 against Jayhawks

Kansas softball loses to Wichita State Shockers on Wednesday, 1-0 and 6-4.

Editorial: Bush’s ‘blind faith’ problematic

Bush and Democrats need to a find middle ground

Bush’s veto of latest Democratic bill highlights the problems of the administration and its policy in Iraq.

Small Surprises

Working with kids became the best part of my days in college

Music Review

"23" by Blonde Redhead

Jorgensen: Why wasn’t Cornish drafted?

‘Kansas football is in a rut’

Coaches need to find some way to recruit top players to bring attention to the program.

Movie Review

Hot Fuzz

Bitch & Moan

Niloofar answers students' most pertinent sexual concerns.

Music that Moves You

Kealing: Talib brings notoriety to football

Player represents the new ideal for drafted cornerbacks

Talib has the potential to be the first Jayhawk drafted in the first round since 1994.

Sports Calendar: May 3, 2007

Check out some of this week’s sporting events.

Early schedule looks good for football

The first four games of the season should be wins for the ’Hawks

Opponents shouldn’t put up too much of a fight and the Jayhawks should be well on their way to bowl eligibility.

Chambers: Tuition cuts will devalue degrees

KU needs student's money to keep programs, ratings up

The University of Kansas' tuition increases are in place for a good reason. KU alumni and the state provide less than half of the funds needed for the University to stay afloat.

Nipped and Tucked

Why college students have plastic surgery

Grad Check

See what's happened to '99 grad, Kendall Day, since he was a Jayhawk.

Student Senate delivers some platform promises, others come up short

SafeBus, wireless Internet expansion in works for next fall

Did the Student Senate earn a passing grade for the platforms it ran? Here's a look at what's been accomplished since last spring's elections.

Elderly caregiving opens new career options

Several businesses open to assist aging population

Home Helpers, a Lawrence caregiving business, is one of the several establishments to assist the elderly to open in Lawrence in the past year. People are living longer lives, which creates a demand for programs for senior citizens.

Baseball forced to cancel 13th game of season

Series against Kansas State Wildcats will open Friday

Jayhawks will try to schedule a replacement game for May 8th if an opponent is found.

Health Tip

Sunscreen Standards

Daily Brief: May 3, 2007

KU Public Safety will be giving away bike light sets today.

Hugoton natural gas field under study

Study shows the method for recovering gas from the field needs to be reevaluated

Field is the largest in the western hemisphere and supplies gas to 2/3 of the homes in Kansas.

Wednesday, May 2

Wescoe Wit

Watch what you say on campus..

On Campus: May 2, 2007

Here's what's happening on campus for May 2, 2007.

Lost and found

Center fielder regains confidence during time away from game

After skipping summer league baseball, Kyle Murphy has returned with regained confidence and a more relaxed approach to the game.

Swimming Brief: May 2, 2007

Kansas welcomes three more recruits for the 2007-2008 swimming season, joining six other newcomers.

Tennis Brief: May 2, 2007

Jayhawk tennis players took All-Big 12 honors this season. A doubles team and a singles player were awarded spots on the All-Big 12 teams.

Sarraf: Rush should stay in draft

Negative reaction shouldn't change guard's decision

Another year with the Jayhawks would not do much to improve the draft stock of Brandon Rush.

What Do You Think?: May 2, 2007

What was your favorite board game growing up?

Softball finds itself in familiar spot

The Jayhawks will meet the Shockers for the 75th time

After winning five of its last six games, Kansas takes on the Wichita State Shockers. Last year and this year, Kansas holds the seventh spot in the Big 12 Conference.

Students work to finish innovative house

Building features moveable walls, newspaper insulation

Architecture students are wrapping up construction on a state of the art house in Kansas City, Kan.

Sophomore stays busy with SUA

Stephanie Altoro brings passion to planning everything from cultural events to live music events

Stephanie Altoro finds her niche behind the scenes coordinating events for SUA. The sophomore from Bronx, New York, does everything from planning Hip-Hop Week to Tea Time at the Kansas Union.

Baseball prepares to face Bethany

Fourth NAIA opponent may be toughest yet

Coming off their first Big 12 series win of the season, the Jayhawks look to keep the momentum going against the Swedes of Bethany College.

Stewie Griffin comes to town

The "Pass the Stewie" contest features universities around the country, including the University of Kansas

The angry baby from "Family Guy" is part of Fox's "Pass the Stewie" promotion. Students on campus compete to create the most creative photo or activity for large Stewie Griffin doll.

Rose trial opens for second time

'There are three witnesses you won’t get to meet, because they didn’t make it.'

A year and a half after the blaze that took three lives, witnesses describe scene at Boardwalk Apartments to jurors.

Tomorrow's News

Yoga

Letter to the Editor: Abortion legal, not right

People should think about lost memories, experiences

Before arguing for or against abortion, we should imagine what our lives would be like if one third more people were around.

Editorial: Selfish society strays from law

I struggled to figure out why, despite being told not to, so many people took photographs and talked inside the chapel. In the end, I decided it had to be a combination of arrogance and the mob effect

Insignificant rule-breaking can eventually lead to outright moral decay. Signs are ignored, cable is stolen, stoplights are run, all for the sake of putting oneself first.

Editorial: U.S. should analyze Russia

Yelstin's death provides opportunity to look at democracy more closely

Americans can get a good sense of where our democracy is headed by paying close attention to what happens in Russia.

Free For All: May 2, 2007

Thunderstorms are God’s way of giving hippies showers.

Jayplay Calendar: May 3 to May 9

Check out Jayplay's hottest events for the week.

Correction: May 2, 2007

Quote of the Day: May 2, 2007

Here is the Kansan's choice for Quote of the Day.

Lawrence expects new Wal-Mart plan

Amidst protests, city commission considers new Wal-Mart proposal.

Wal-Mart has frequently hit road blocks in trying to build another store in Lawrence at the corner of Sixth Street and Wakarusa Drive. Local residents staged protests at last night's discussion with commissioners. A new proposal from Wal-Mart is expected.

Most E-mailed: May 2, 2007

Want to know what people are talking about? Here is a list of the top five most e-mailed stories from Kansan.com.

Wrecking Your Ride

After recovering from the initial shock of crashing your car, what do you do?

Tuesday, May 1

No lights, no baseball

Lights not ready for Monday's game

Technical difficulties left the KU baseball team in the dark on Monday. The team will play the rest of its season under an improved lighting system.

Students memorialize 3,351

Chalkers honor fallen soldiers for a variety of reasons

Members of Young Democrats and Delta Force, representatives from the Ecumenical Christian Ministries and other students helped write the name of each of the 3,351 soldiers killed in the Iraq War.

On Campus: May 1, 2007

Here is what is happening on campus for May 1, 2007

Cornish returns to Canada

Former KU running back joins Canadian Football League

Native Canadian Jon Cornish will continue his football career in Calgary, Alberta, with the Calgary Stampeders. His first game with his new team will be in June.

Phillips: Title IX has gone too far

New NCAA rule may change practice strategies for women’s basketball

Coach Henrickson may have to say goodbye to the men she has recruited to practice with her team, and she isn’t happy about it. Losing the men takes away a vital practice component.

Free for All: May 1, 2007

I just got done eating, and I came outside and walked behind one of the KU buses, and I don’t even want a cigarette! It’s a miracle!

Spanish, Portuguese receive prize

Department teaches more than just language

The department of Spanish and Portuguese won a $10,000 award from The Center for Teaching Excellence. They have expanded their program to include cultural studies.

Corrections: May 1, 2007

Libby Harmon won the women’s pole vault at the UMKC Invitational with a vault of 12-5.5. Laura Gjerde was second in the event with a vault of 11-11.75.

Robinett: Check out soccer

Watch European soccer for atmosphere

Those who like watching the best players in the best leagues compete against each other in the world’s most popular sport should tune to ESPN’s coverage of the Union of European Football Association (UEFA) Champions League semi-finals.

Art on display

Sexual orientation influences works

Two KU students share their artwork as part of the Queer and Transgender Art Show at Solidarity! Revolutionary Center and Radical Library.

Big 12 Standings: May 1, 2007

Buck Afenir will face state rival after weekend victory

Kansas will face K-state this weekend with one game away and two in Lawrence. Texas leads the Big 12 and will Missouri's strength at home this weekend.

Sports Calendar: May 1, 2007

Check out some of the week's sporting events.

Sports Briefs: May 1, 2007

Women's golfer Amanda Costner was named to the All Big 12 team, and four Jayhawk track athletes qualified at the Cardinal Invitational.

Editorial: Get lost abroad

Stray from the main road while travelling

How exactly can one gain the most of an international experience? First, try with the language... There’s nothing quite as amusing as the reaction obtained by screaming “I’m horny!” in a crowded dance club when attempting to say, “I’m burning up!”

Jurors selected for murder trial

Fourteen will decide fate of Jason Allen Rose

Seven-hour selection process decided the fourteen who will serve as jurors in the Rose trial. The trial may see more than 40 witnesses called to the stand.

Letter to the Editor: Sex is sacred

Abstinence makes for stronger relationships

So what does abstinence in a committed relationship look like? For my boyfriend and me, it means saving all sexual activity for marriage. It may sound like we’re ultra-conservative, anti-sex people, but really it’s the opposite.

Schneider: Change Wescoe’s atmosphere

Ask questions instead of yelling at preachers, speakers

When you pass by the spirited pastors and speakers on Wescoe beach, talk to them. Wescoe could be transformed into a different kind of forum for free speech if we changed the way we interacted with its guests.

White: Remember Maypole Scrap

KU tradition out-does current activities

There is nothing today as pure or as boundless and essentially free as a giant, class-divided brawl. Which is why, if asked if I would rather have another wax replica of my hand made, or try my hand at dodging fireballs while engaging in a battle for the glory of my class, I would ask if you had a light.