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Confidential information mishandled
University improperly disposes of student, faculty data
An anonymous source sent manila envelopes containing private data to the Kansan, The Lawrence Journal-World and The Kansas City Star. Among the materials in the envelopes were social security numbers, credit card numbers and a death certificate.
High-tech health hazard
How to keep your old cell phone from turning toxic
My two worlds
How one KU student is learning to live in two different cultures.
Florida Int. ready for new start
Team to be well-prepared for Saturday’s game
Despite its infamous reputation after last year’s monumental on-field scuffle against the University of Miami and its losing record this season, Florida International has shown improvement in the past few weeks. Saturday’s game is its chance to turn around their losing streak and prove they can be competitive again.
Professor says call to stage was call of lifetime
Christilles accredits health to passion for the bright lights
Dennis Christilles, a professor in the department of theatre and film, says he would not be alive today if it weren’t for his decision to return to theatre.
Correction: Sept. 20, 2007
Correction for Wednesday's paper
Offensive strategies compliment quarterback
Familiar style helps Reesing excel, exceed coaches’ expectations
Sophomore starting quarterback Todd Reesing has the second highest passing efficiency rating in the Big 12. Reesing used offensive strategies similar to Kansas’ during his high school career.
White: Nickelodeon memories are nicko-lame
It’s not as great as you remember; deal with it
Editorial: Increases in ATM fees unreasonable
With banks considering following Bank of America’s decision to raise prices, alternatives must be considered
Kaun a pro on and off the court
Player helps design computer program at summer internship
Teammates call senior center Sasha Kaun a computer wiz. Kaun is set to graduate this spring with a degree in computer science.
Players set goals on the court
Season serves up Friday
Elizaveta Avdeeva and Edina Horvath, No. 1 doubles partners, keep hopeful eyes on the court this fall season, using their partner experience to get ahead of the game.
Violence and profanity among fans are becoming norm
Recent beat-downs should remind us of golden rule
The recent “teabagging” incident between the Oregon University duck and Houston University cougar are part of an increasing trend in football-related madness. Before we enter Big 12 conference play, we should remember to keep it clean and treat other fans with respect.
9/20/07 Hawk Topics
News you can use
Basketball notes: Sept. 20, 2007
An update on recruitment visits and other issues in Kansas basketball
5 Questions
A quick 5 questions with Chris Daniels, stunt man for Spiderman, and Tessa Boettcher, Los Angeles, Cali., freshman
Health tip
Worth the weight to wait
What its like
To go to Antarctica
Free For All: Sept. 20, 2007
Finally, someone else realizes that Crocs are the root of all evil.
Food review
Shrimp fried rice
Researchers, students to develop cleaner fuel
Group working to produce practical biodiesel from food wastes
In the future, campus buses could be powered by leftovers from the The Underground and other eateries. The University Biodiesel Initiative is working on producing a cleaner-burning biofuel and is studying how the new fuel emissions will affect the environment.
School of Business Career Fair
120 companies offer students careers
The School of Business Career Fair begins today in the Kansas Union. Approximately 1,200 students are expected to attend the career fair.
Team practice kicks off
Preparation begins for Big 12 Relays
Kansas swimming and diving team looks forward to its new season with eyes on its first competition.
Most E-mailed: Sept. 20, 2007
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Football Notes: Sept. 20, 2007
Football Notes for the week
Kansas celebrates first conference road victory
Missouri winning streak put to an end
After years of losing to Missouri, Kansas volleyball took control, leading the way to its first conference road victory.
Stewart: An open letter to Garrison Keeler
Is “A Prairie Home Companion” creator considering a successor?
News Brief: Sept. 20, 2007
Technology
Petition supports Israel program
Students propose study abroad policy change
The University’s study abroad policy does not allow students to study abroad in countries with travel warnings issued by the US Department of State. Forty students signed a petition that would allow KU students to study abroad in Israel.
Journey of an artist
The road might be tough but it’s worth the wait
Audio-Reader to hold benefit sale
‘For Your Ears Only’ offers plethora of audio equipment
The benefit sale ‘For Your Ears Only’ will sell audio equipment this weekend at the Douglas County Fairgrounds to raise money for the KU Audio-Reader program.