Stories for November 15, 2007

Kansas wins 92-60 in Rush's first game back

Brandon Rush played 12 minutes and scored seven points in his return as the 'Hawks blew past the Washburn Ichabods.

Do you know the Taco Man?

A student and street vendor savor tacos, conversation and a relationship forged on the side of the road

Dance like a man

Christopher Trepinski has been a dancer since third grade. Now, dancing has become a tool to reach his future.

The end of the world as we know it

Doomsday scenarios and their probability or idiocy

The heat is on

An alternative form of yoga in Lawrence puts pressure not only on the body, but on the thermostat.

Kansas loss to K-State drops team to 12-16

Jayhawks witness third loss against Wildcats

Kansas had an early lead against K-State, but the Wildcats won the match 3-1. The loss dropped Kansas to 12-16 overall and 5-13 in the Big 12 Conference.

Women’s basketball notes: Nov. 15

Here’s a recap of the women’s basketball game Wednesday night.

Kansas almost blows early lead

Kangaroos step up their game against lackluster Jayhawks

With three minutes remaining in the first half of the Kansas women’s basketball game against UMKC on Wednesday, Kansas led by 25 points. But to go with their recent trend, the Jayhawks performed poorly in the second half and escaped a possible upset, narrowly beating the Kangaroos 64-58.

Hawks beat Roos 64-58

Henrickson unsure why team cant hold on to big leads

Kansas earned a victory against UMKC last night at Allen Fieldhouse. The Jayhawks led by as much as 25 points in the first half, but let the Kangaroos catch up.

Wheeler: Top 10 unexpected reasons why Kansas is 10-0

Here’s look at 10 of the Kansas football team’s unforeseen season advantages.

Downtown restaurant closes doors

New Hampshire St. Bistro calls it quits after 13 months of business

On Sunday, New Hampshire St. Bistro will join the many small restaurants who have had to close their doors because of low revenues.

Jayhawks hope to repeat 2005

Players remember overtime victory against Iowa State

Two years ago Kansas beat Iowa State 24-21. The team hopes to repeat that success this Saturday.

Cyclones storm into big game

Iowa State gains needed momentum with conference upsets

Two weeks ago, the Kansas football team probably would have been looking past its match-up against Iowa State. But with consecutive upsets of Kansas State and Colorado, a revamped Iowa State team comes to Lawrence full of confidence.

Professor weighs in on writers’ strike

Says he understands reasons behind picketing

Kevin Willmott, professor in the department of theater and film, says the evolution of media is the reason for the recent writers’ strike in Hollywood. Willmott has written scripts for directors such as Oliver Stone and Chris Columbus.

Stewart: Conversation with White Owl provokes thought

Wescoe Beach mainstay offers advice to everyone

Editorial: Standardized exit exam is unreasonable

Graduation assessments could provide insight but must be tailored.

Senate Notebook

Full Senate met last night and voted on several pieces of legislation, including student fees, raising funds for various student organizations and deciding on internal matters. Below is a recap of the night’s events

Washburn game day notes

A preview of the game against Washburn tonight

White: SUA events should have broader appeal

Acts with narrow audience leaves some students wondering what they paid for

Dancers to perform after months of rehearsal

Choreographer draws inspiration from Greek myth, personal experience

The University Dance Company will perform its Fall concert tonight and Friday at 7:30 p.m. in the Lied Center

Panel discusses unrest in Pakistan

Students, professionals hold panel for International Education Week

Recent turmoil in Pakistan has brought the country into the international spotlight, and yesterday, a panel discussion brought the issue to campus. The forum, titled “Turmoil in Pakistan: What are the Options?” was sponsored by International Programs.

Club soccer anticipates national tournament

Teams approach season’s end with winning records, hungry seniors

The national club soccer tournament is this weekend in Pensacola, Fla. Both the men’s team and women’s team have appeared in the tournament the last six seasons, but for their senior leaders, this year is their last shot to win it all.

Student found dead in apartment

Family, friends recall fond memories

Aaron Caldwell, Bedford, Texas, senior, was found dead in his apartment Sunday. Caldwell had a seizure disorder that began when he was 13.

Free For All: November 15, 2007

Did everybody on campus know that we’re 10-0 in football? I had no clue until I heard White Owl say it, like, 100 times on Wescoe beach today.

SUA ‘Project Runway’ event awards new student

Winner receives magazine subscription, chance to display work, money

Katie Hunt was awarded the top winner Tuesday night at the SUA “Project Runway” event. Hunt, who is majoring in textile design and architectural studies and minoring in french and art history, said fashion was more of a hobby of hers.

Football Notes: Nov. 15, 2007

Kansas junior Aqib Talib is already a finalist for the Jim Thorpe Award, given to the nation’s best defensive back. Because of his additional success as a part-time wide receiver, Talib is also a finalist for the Walter Camp Award, given to the country’s best all-around player.

Q&A with womens' club soccer

Kansan club sports writer Emily Muskin sat down with two players from the women’s club soccer team for a question and answer session.

Team plans to make up for Collins' absence

Five players set to pick up the slack

With sophomore guard Sherron Collins’ recent foot injury, the men’s basketball team has been preparing to practice and play for six weeks without its leading scorer. Mario Chalmers, Russel Robinson, Jeremy Case, Tyrel Reed and Rodrick Stewart are ready to step in.

On Campus: Nov. 15, 2007

This is what's happening on campus for Nov. 15, 2007

Did You Know: Nov. 15

Elizabeth Miller Watkins was one of the University’s biggest benefactors during the 1920s and ‘30s. Her contributions include the chancellor’s residence, the University’s health center and two scholarship halls.

Most E-mailed: November 15, 2007

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Rush may join team against Ichabods

Self says he won’t make a decision until game time

Brandon Rush could play tonight against Washburn if Kansas coach Bill Self gives the word. Rush still wears a knee brace, but said he felt ready to play.Brandon Rush could play tonight against Washburn if Kansas coach Bill Self gives the word. Rush still wears a knee brace, but said he felt ready to play.