Stories for March 28, 2008

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Dominated from the start

Kansas surrendered eight runs in the top of the first inning and never recovered against Texas A&M. The Jayhawk baseball team suffered a 13-6 defeat.

Wheeler: More than enough coincidence to go around

The similarities between the Jayhawks’ 1988 and 2008 NCAA Tournament trips to much to ignore

The similarities between the Jayhawks’ 1988 and 2008 NCAA Tournament cannot go unnoticed. For starters this will be the first time the Jayhawks have played a tournament game in Detroit since 1988.

Faculty, students victims of casual theft

Personal items should be closely guarded while on campus

While only 14 thefts have been reported this semester, safety is still a concern for many.

Students lead climate change advocacy

An Arctic explorer and environmental activist will lead a dog sled expedition with young adults

College students and groups, including at KU, are taking action regarding climate change. From an expedition in the Arctic to projects on campus, the environment is getting a lot of attention.

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Researchers receive grant to study unique primate

Philippines trip will be used to observe tarsiers, form conservation strategies

Two researchers will travel to the Philippines this spring to research the tarsier, a wide-eyed primate.

Enrollment overhaul on agenda for candidates

United Students want to take the hassle out of enrolling

The United Students senate coalition want to make the Enroll and Pay system more user-friendly. Improvements include easy access to listings of class prerequisites and classes required for majors.

Swimming & Diving team wraps up season

Athletes compete in NCAA Championships

The Kansas swimming & diving team end on a high note with several team members competing in the NCAA Championships.

Kansas tennis team to play Oklahoma and Oklahoma State

The Sooners will play here, while Kansas rides out to meet the Cowboys

Kansas faces Oklahomas this weekend and prepares for the Big 12 Tournament.

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Self strives to make first trip to Final Four

Four trips to Elite Eight leave coach with higher hopes

Leading three different teams to the Elite Eight, Kansas coach Bill Self and the men’s basketball team would like nothing more than to be one step closer to the NCAA championships.

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Kansas loses by four points

Four points short of a winning season

A loss of 54-58 to Michigan State in the WNIT put an end to the KU Women’s basketball season.

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'Vagina Monologues' will aid domestic abuse victims

Proceeds from the show support women’s organizations in Douglas County

Although cast members are a bit nervous for their parents' reactions to the show, they're happy to help local women's organizations.

Rowing team heads to Texas

Team will have an exhibition in Oklahoma along the way

The team will compete in its first official regatta of the season.

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Multicultural center plays host to Asian-American conference

The Midwest Asian-American Students Union is bringing about 400 delegates to KU

Far East in the Midwest