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Doctoral student shares experiences in Iraq

Political-military intelligence officer offers insight at Dole Institute speech

Major Andrew Harvey spent the duration of 2006 in Iraq working to improve the agricultural ministry. Harvey spoke Wednesday night at the Dole Insitute of Politics about his experiences.

Oklahoma State coach’s rant targets KU graduate

Jenni Carlon receives tongue-lashing from Gundy at press conference Saturday

Carlson, a graduate of the University of Kansas School of Journalist and columnist for The Oklahoman, was the target of Gundy’s angry comments about her negative depiction of OSU quarterback Bobby Reid in an article.

Headline: Talib consistently captivates Jayhawk fans

Subhead: Wide receiver has huge entertainment value

Tease: Kansas fans have never seen a player like Aqib Talib. The wide receiver already holds an impressive average and is on track to becoming one of the most entertaining players in KU football history.

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Course creates link with Somali university

KU professor posts lectures online KU and Somali students communicate via Internet

Volleyball team blown away by Cornhuskers

Jayhawks lose 30-18, 30-24, 30-18

The Kansas volleyball team found out how superior the No. 1 team in the nation is on Wednesday. The Cornhuskers dominated the court, despite Kansas player Natalie Uhart’s return.

Give 'em a break

Tone down the road rage when dealing with student ticketers

Hawk topics

News you can use

Tomorrow's news

Video glasses

Jayhawks lose again to No. 1 Cornhuskers

Defending national champions win match in three straight sets

The Kansas volleyball team was eager to end the program’s 77-game losing streak against Nebraska volleyball teams Wednesday night. But the top-ranked Huskers were more eager to continue their near-perfect season and show they’re still talented enough to make another national championship run.

Riding the rollercoaster of religion

For some, religion is nothing but a blessing. For Chris Horn, it’s been one wild ride.

Wescoe Wit

Health tip

Steamy showers and soothing stretches

That's disgusting

Germy gyms

How we met

Nice to lick you

This weekend

Get your beer and bratwurst fix at this year's Oktoberfest

5 Questions

A quick 5 questions with Bob Dotson, NBC news correspondent, Meghan Canipe, Overland Park sophomore

Grad check

See how KU alums are doing

Music that moves you

See what students are listening to

Music review

Combinations by Eisley

Movie review

The Brave One

Movie review

Eastern Promises

Editorial Board: T-Shirt controversy could be a good thing

Students should promote class, not hatred

Letter to the editor: Hall Center lecturer brought important message to KU

Alexander McCall Smith kept humble opinions of writing style

Letter to the editor: Kindness, compassion have big effect

Small details in daily life can help those around you

Most E-mailed: Sept. 27, 2007

Here’s a list of the five most e-mailed stories from Kansan.com:

On Campus: Sept. 27, 2007

Here is what's happening on campus for Sept. 27, 2007

On the Record: Sept. 27, 2007

Here's what is on the record

Jayhawks put Sunflower Showdown on hold

Team focuses on fundamentals, offense

Despite the excitement about the Sunflower Showdown, the Jayhawks turn their focus to bye week and vital improvements before the game against Kansas State Oct. 6.

Is this love that I'm feeling?

We all go through tough relationships. But when it becomes obsession, it becomes something completely different.

Left out

Left-handers face adversity in a right-handed world.

Geared for change

Subversive cyclists want a piece of the street and to change your mind about grassroots traffic.

Free for All: September 27, 2007

I think I just saw an oompa loompa.

Speaker defines sports ‘professionals’

Steve Palmero says professionals ‘responsible’

During his speech Tuesday, MLB umpire Steve Palmero gave insight on the definition behind sports professionals. Palmero’s personal story revealed the downside in the modern world of sports.

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Drive-by shouting

Catcalls are commonplace in many women’s daily lives. Is it all in good fun, or signs of sexism?