Stories for October 18, 2007

TOMORROW’S NEWS: October 18, 2007

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Most E-Mailed: October 18, 2007

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

Coaching changes, young teams mark Big 12

Kansas to use smaller, quicker lineup before Rush’s return

This year, the Big 12 won’t have several players now in the NBA, nor will it have more than nine of the same coaches. And at the Big 12 Men’s basketball media day Wednesday in Kansas City, Mo., Kansas coach Bill Self said using his team’s three smallest players at one time wasn’t out of the question.

Wanted: Volunteers

Whether it’s for a particular event or a weekly session, lend a helping hand to those who need it

Fourth-place finish good sign for season

Consistent performance motivates team, O’Neil says

The womens’ golf team finished in the top-five for the third time this season in the ‘Give ‘Em Five’ Invitational on Tuesday. Although unnecessary shots held back younger players from the top finishes they were capable of, coach Erin O’Neil said their poise will help them in the future.

Speaker recommends people-first language

Student with disability lobbies for new perspective

Salina senior Angela Lindsey-Nunn spoke about her experiences as a student with a disability. She would like people to refer to her as a person with a disability rather than a disabled person.

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Review

Bar-tiquette

Some rules and common sense for the bar

Students house the Halloween spirit

Two roommates go over the top with decorations

Kacie McClusky and Katherine Moore, Overland Park sophomores, brought a little Halloween cheer to their neighborhood. The two covered their house with tons of Halloween decorations.

George of the Juggle

What goes up must come down, unless you can throw it back up again.

Music that moves you: October 18, 2007

Whether you’re singin’ along, groovin’ by yourself or just studying in the library, we’ll catch you with the

THIS WEEKEND

so fun, you should choose it over your friend’s birthday party

goodforyou/badforyou

Splenda is an avoidable artificial sweetener

Keep it down

if your neighbors get angry, the city could come calling

Muselmann: Regardless of source, charity is charity

Bars and clubs that raise money still deserve praise

Free For All: October 18, 2007

If it’s really that hard for you to park your big ass Hummer between two white lines, you should probably get a smaller car.

Following rules gives Kansas advantage

Avoiding penalties provides extra momentum, boost offense

Kansas’s NCAA-low 22 penalties has distinguished it from its opponents this season. As the Jayhawks prepare for their second away game of the season against Colorado this weekend, their stellar performance in discipline will be put to the test.

Improbable Dream

Every day, the immigration issues infiltrate the news. This is the story of the people the news talk about, two students who attend a university everyday and live as undocumented immigrants.

Volleyball falls to Baylor

Jayhawks drop final two games of match in loss to Bears

Kansas had a 2-1 game lead Wednesday night against Baylor, but they couldn’t manage to win a third game to take the match. Both teams’ records now sit at 10-10 overall and 3-7 in the conference.

Wheeler: College postseason should be tournament

Football rankings still cause controversy after wild season

With consistent upsets of unranked teams beating college football powerhouses this season, many fans debate whether a postseason of Bowl Championship Series games should change into a tournament.

Rush to overcome injury

Recovery could turn him into ‘new Brandon,’ Self says

After healing the scars of a negative family legacy as a freshman, junior guard Brandon Rush is no stranger to adversity. But this time the scars are physical.

Student Senate Notes: October 18, 2007

See the results of discussions about the removal of senators and the use of senate money for group travel.

Costume shops offer a variety of Halloween attire

Unique, risqué outfits among top trends for college students

Lawrence costume shops allow students to choose from an assortment of outfits to rent or buy for Halloween festivities.

On Campus: October 18, 2007

Here is what's happening on campus for October 18, 2007.

Men’s golf team places last in early week tournament

Individual players have impressive games

Though the team finished last The Presitge at PGA West in Palm Springs, Calif., some of the players showed impressive skills on the course.

Jayplay says: October 18, 2007

These are things you need to do.

Editorial Board: Colorado State editorial went too far

Issue of respectable purpose comes into question.

Stewart: Urinal etique needs a little tightening

Just because you’re a man doesn’t mean you have to distance yourself from others in the john.

Team meets press at media day

Discussions focus on squad’s improvements

This season is all about improvements for the Jayhawks: the team wants to improve it record and the players want to improve themselves.

How we met

The odd couple

Q & A with Ritch Price

Baseball coach talks about early influences, favorite players

Kansas baseball coach Ritch Price sat down with sports reporter Shawn Shroyer to discuss his history with the game and his opinions of issues like instant replay and metal vs. wooden bats.

Big 12 team analysis

Kansan writer Taylor Bern looks at the conference’s women’s basketball teams.

What did you just say to me?

What the importance of pronunciation has taught one international student

Task force to review file sharing policy

Senate created group last night in light of concerns over zero-tolerance rule

Student Senate has created a four-member task force after a resolution to repeal the University’s current zero-tolerance policy for file sharing failed. Ian Staples, a Student Senator, said the policy should be reviewed because the University failed to inform 14 KU students charges were being filed against them for illegal file sharing in a timely manner.

Stakes rise in Big 12 showdown

Kansas quarterback Todd Reesing should have sweet dreams Friday night. Last year, then second-stringer Reesing, came off the bench and led the Jayhawks to a second half comeback victory. This Saturday’s Kansas-Colorado match-up determines the owner of the Big 12 North division.

Step up your smoothie

Benefit from crafting your own blended beverages.

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