Stories for May 9, 2007

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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.

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.

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?

Corrections: May 9, 2007

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

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.

Quote of the Day: May 9, 2007

Here's today's quote of the day

What Do You Think: May 9, 2007

What do you think will be your toughest final?

On Campus: May 9, 2007

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

Free For All: May 9, 2007

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

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

Most E-Mailed: May 9, 2007

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

Tennis Brief: May 9, 2007

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

Track Brief: May 9, 2007

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

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.

Sports Calendar: May 9, 2007

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

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.

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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.

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?

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.

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.

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.