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Free For All: September 7, 2007
My hands smell like syrup.
Petterson: Darfur not the only global catastrophe at work
Bangladesh’s woes comparable to more media-genic cause.
Corrections: September 7, 2007
Yesterday's paper contained two errors. Here are the corrections.
Football Game Day: September 8, 2007
How do the Jayhawks compare to the Lions? Asher Fusco and Case Keefer have a breakdown.
Another exciting week of college football
Week two brings some exciting match-ups and rivalries to Saturday afternoon
After some thrilling and unpredictable games in week one of college football, they start all over again this week. One contender’s national title hopes have already drowned, and a few more could lose speed this week too.
Last minute Fantasy Football advice
Check the list of promising and troubling matchups before updating your lineup
Columnist Kelly Breckunitch provides insight before the first weekend of NFL football. Listen to his expertise if you want to take home the league title this year.
Offensive line strong with new players
Despite losing guards, center blocking good for Jayhawks
The Jayhawks’ offensive line didn’t have much of a problem bullying Central Michigan defense around. The line’s three newest players have stepped up in the absence of their predecessors.
Loss spoils soccer home opener
Overtime defeat adds to string of disappointments
Quinn proves impenetrable as goalkeeper, passing leaves room for improvement.
Beakend: September, 7, 2007
Looking for something to occupy your time this weekend? The Beakend has your fix of fun, local alternatives to homework.
They still have their spirit
Former KU students who founded a ‘60s commune have finally found their niche
Though their ‘Drop City’ is no more, Gene and JoAnn Bernofsky have identified other creative ways to influence society.
Uganda native perseveres through past
Student faced rebel violence, death of father as young child in Africa
Chris “Tito” Okello witnessed unspeakable atrocities before moving to Hutchinson at 16. He now attends the University of Kansas and works to pay his own tuition as well as his brother’s.
Cross Country wants to take two in a row
Men, women compete in Kansas State Invitational to defend title against rival
Coming off big wins at the Bob Timmons Invitational, the cross country team has plenty of confidence traveling to Kansas State. Booth men and women won there last year.
Volleyball to open Jayhawk Invitational
Bechard, team hope to avoid upsets at tournament
Kansas Volleyball will start the Jayhawk Invitational tournament against St. Peters today at noon. The team will also play Wyoming tonight and Morehead State tomorrow.
Students and faculty work to ensure bridge safety
Campus group partners with KDOT to extend life of older structures and save money
The group works with engineers to develop new technologies that can prolong the life of bridges and signal when they need repairs.
Criminals frequenting area east of campus
Students make residence in the rough and tumble asphalt jungle of Lawrence
Crime statistics indicate that the north, south and west areas of Lawrence are far safer than the more heavily student populated area of east Lawrence. Lawrence Police said the great deal of easy targets in the area make it a prime spot for criminals.
Idealistic design a hope for future
Student’s innovative pod plan offers transportation without emissions
Topeka junior Natalie Bonebrake worked with Shane Ball to create an environmentally friendly design for public transportation. The two took the project to the Interior Motives Design Awards.
Editorial Board: Iraq’s success dependent own government
When all is said and done, the government set up in Iraq will decide the nation’s fate
Study says men want attractive women
'Speed dating' trends analyzed during research to determine interes
Women’s Resource Center Director Kathy Rose-Mockry said the findings painted too narrow a picture of men. An Indiana University professor led the study.
Most E-Mailed: Sept. 7, 2007
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Mountain sports festival grabs interest
The Banff Mountain Film Festival brings big outdoor enthusiasm to Liberty Hall
The Banff Festival will show 12 films this weekend to promote outdoor activities. The festival has been touring the world for nearly 30 years.
Former ambassadors discuss genocide, war
Opinions differ on ethnic cleansing, not on finding solutions for world issues
Former U.S. Ambassadors Edward Brynn and Robert Beecroft spoke to students about world issues in the Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics Thursday. The pair said citizen discussion groups played an important role in spurring the government into action.
Study says men want attractive women
'Speed dating' trends analyzed during research to determine interes
Women’s Resource Center Director Kathy Rose-Mockry said the findings painted too narrow a picture of men. An Indiana University professor led the study.
Police deter underage drinking
Lawrence increases enforcement of public consumption laws and introduces new minors law
Lawrence police are stepping up enforcement of alcohol consumption laws during on-campus tailgating.
On Campus: September 7, 2007
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here's what happening on campus.
On The Record: September 7, 2007
This music-themed edition of On The Record features the theft of two guitars and a bunch of cds.
KU alumnus to hold art show in Kansas City
Artist Van Buren draws his inspiration from “furries”
People who belong to “furry fandom” enjoy creating alternate personalities and dressing in furry costumes representing their characters.