Stories for May 2008

Papa Keno's closes its doors

Pizza lovers in Lawrence now have one fewer choice in their search for a slice.

Missed opportunities doom Kansas baseball

Jayhawks stumped by Wildcat pitchers

Kansas goes 0-for-8 with runners in scoring position in a 5-0 loss.

Arthur's eligibility called into question

Darrell Arthur may not have been academically qualified to play basketball at Kansas.

Baseball team wins one of three against Missouri

Kansas' post-season fate will come down to the final weekend of conference play.

Editorial: Don't make Holcomb another crime scene

The proposed coal-fired power plants in Holcomb would contribute 11 million tons of carbon dioxide to the atmosphere every year.

On Campus: May 8, 2008

Here's what's happening on campus on May 8, 2008.

On The Record: May 8, 2008

Here's what's on the record for May 8, 2008.

Professor to appear on The Daily Show tonight

Associate journalism dean will talk about is new book

Associate dean in the journalism school to discuss his book, “Blogwars: The New Political Battleground.”

Living in Remission

Students survive cancer to continue education

Months of treatment and uncertainty surrounding their disease has enabled some students to find greater value in their education and their lives.

Briscoe expected to step up

Sophomore wide receiver might replace Henry

Dezmon Briscoe, sophomore wide receiver, appears a go-to man for the 2008 Kansas football team in the absence of leading receiver Marcus Henry.

Please don't stop the music

What started as a coping strategy became a career path.

Reuse it

Turn plastic bottles into hanging gardens

What's hiding in your cabinets?

Facts about expired medicine

Rules of attraction

The science behind what causes and keeps our attention

Med students provide free health care

At JayDoc in Kansas City, Mo., students treat those without health insurance

University helps the uninsured.

Strike a pose

The story and significance behind some of KU’s most famous figures

Rains: Vitale keeps it classy

Kansas writer receives personal note from announcer

Kansan reporter B.J. Rains received a note from ESPN announcer Dick Vitale complimenting him on one of his recent articles and letting him know about a coming gala for cancer research.

Club baseball team advances to regional tournament

Jayhawks end regular season 15-2

Regionals provide club baseball players a break from finals.

In Brief

Weather forces cancelation of another game against Oral Roberts

‘Generation Debt’ afflicting students

The cap of federal loans is forcing students to turn to private lenders to finance their education

KU students are finding it difficult to foot the bill of increasing education costs and interests rates.

Libraries become popular hangouts during finals week

Watson and Anschutz will extend hours, provide refreshments to students

When finals week rolls around, the libraries fill up with students trying to find a quiet place to study.

Jayhawks to return top players

Kansas' top golfers to return.

Podcast: As Heard From The Hill

Episode 13 of KJHK's As Heard From The Hill. The weekly radio show airs Tuesdays at 7 p.m on KJHK.

Kansas posts four victories at Arkansas Meet

The Jayhawks continued their success at an Arkansas meet with strong showings in the shot put, hammer throw and pole vault.

Kansan gives Student Senate grade report

As Student Senate president Hannah Love and vice president Ray Wittlinger’s term expires, their work on Student Senate is reviewed

Kansan Student Senate reporter Brenna Hawley graded the outgoing Student Senate administration on their platforms from the past year.

Senior’s trek from West Coast has been met with success

Right-hander looks to be a factor in team’s final seven games

Climate transition posed greater problem for Andres Esquibel than the move to Division I baseball.

KU atmospheric science program wins award

University station honored for its history gathering temperatures, rainfall

The Topeka office of the National Weather Service presented the University’s Atmospheric Science Program with an award Monday. The NWS said the station was being recognized for its years of data collection.

Co-defensive coordinator fills Bill Young’s shoes

Clint Bowen, a young coach, takes over as defensive coordinator

Kansas coach Mark Mangino shows his support for Bowen’s takeover of the Kansas defense.

Foes and friends, Kansas seniors have shared a love for baseball

Longtime teammates, Seniors Erik Morrison and Ryne Price hope to see their final Big 12 Championship this year.

Kansan baseball players Erik Morrison and Ryne Price have a long history playing both against each other and on the same team.

Student fees increase more than $35

Student fees cover services that the University normaly wouldn’t pro

In four years, student fees have increased 44 percent. They were $287 in Spring 2004 and will soon be $414.45.

Trapped in a game

Students who encounter video game addiction could face job loss, poor grades, failed relationships or even death.

KU flight club seeks to make flying more affordable

The group seeks to raise enough money to purchase its own plane

The club pays $94 an hour to rent a plane

Fusco: Baseball team quietly stays eligible for Big 12 tournament

The Jayhawks are 7th in the 10-team Big 12 field

The team must stay in the top eight to remain eligible for the tournament.

NCAA celebrations cost the city thousands

Lawrence spends money on extra safety during tournament events

Lawrence ensures extra firefighters, medical officers and police were present for downtown madness.

Kansan hiring for the Fall 2008 semester

The University Daily Kansan is looking for staff members for the fall.

Jayhawks hold off Sooners in see-saw battle

Freshman pitcher improves to 4-0 with 6 2/3 innings of work

Kansas scored a team record of 39 runs in the weekend series against Oklahoma.

KUJH, students win awards

KU’s television station awarded for outstanding work

The University of Kansas television station, KUJH, won five first-place awards from the Kansas Association of Broadcasters this year. Many students talk about their award-winning stories.

Kansas pounds out 39 runs against Oklahoma

Run outburst sets record for most runs scored for the Jayhawks in a Big 12 series

Eight different players go yard in three-game series; Ryne Price adds two to his home run record; swipes two bags.

To hell and back

A fight outside Naismith Hall began Thor Nystrom's year-long journey into the depths of the mental health system.

Iraq War veteran receives award on behalf of Bob Dole

Matt Lammers recovering after losing three limbs in explosion one year ago

Department of Special Education names award after Dole for lifetime work for people with disabilities.

Championship teams receive praise at Capitol

Players from the basketball, football and debate teams met Gov. Sebelius, legislators Friday.

Jayhawks hit season-ending split

Kansas loses 2-1, wins 6-2 against Iowa State

The softball team ended the regular season with the most wins since Coach Tracy Bunge's first year.

Letter: Concerned citizens should vote Democrat

The Republicans' theft of the American Dream will actually come full circle to bite them in the rear if things are not changed as soon as possible.

Bill Self deserving of his own street?

Why stop at just a street?

Local radio station Lazer 105.9 is promoting an online petition intended to “rename the section of 19th Street between Iowa and Lousiana Streets to Bill Self Boulevard.”

Cinco de Mayo: under the influence

Mexican roots of holiday get lost in U.S. celebration

Although many Americans may think Cinco de Mayo originated in Mexico, its first celebration actually occurred in California. Various groups and businesses in Lawrence are preparing for the holiday, regardless.

Offenses explode in Game one against Oklahoma

Kansas outlasted Oklahoma 17-15 in the highest scoring conference game since 1998 for the Jayhawks.

Fusco: Orange bowl just the beginning

The Jayhawks have improved upon the lineup that took them to Florida

Football might be even better next year.

Letter: Are mail-order brides assets or liabilities?

A final benefit is what the bride actually receives, citizenship.

Ryan: Yale artist raises serious, basic questions about art

The issue of truth, however, is not important to the meaning of the actions as a work of art.

Simmermon: It’s a bad day when you have to buy mace

Lots of people who live here feel invincible, like they can walk around at night alone.

Wheeler: New rules needed to avoid ‘minor leagues’ label

NBA should fall in line with NFL and MLB rules

The Beach Boys help explain the current NBA policy.

Pole-vaulting in a foreign land

The four-time All American from Russia

Pole-vaulter Kate Sultanova didn't know she was coming to the University of Kansas until a week before leaving Russia.

Debate team ends season on top

During the season, the team won first place at four tournaments and took second at six others.

Class project ‘meaningful,’ beneficial

Members of 'Problem Solving in Teams and Groups' hope to raise $4,000 for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society

Charity bowling event and beer pong tournament to highlight weekend fundraiser

On The Record: May 2, 2008

Here's what's on the record for May 2, 2008.

On Campus: May 2, 2008

Here's what is happening on campus on May 2, 2008.

A question of identity

The Comanche Nation informed KU that a professor who claims he's Comanche is not an enrolled member of the tribe.

Kansas player visits Ethiopia

Semi-pro team invited to play against sister team

The KU player also got the opportunity to do missionary work.

Collection shows Kansas culture

Kansas culture to make a difference

The Commons shows the overlap of humanity and the environment.

Softball wins one, loses one

Team falls to Nebraska in first came, conquers them in the second

Splitting the series means the Jayhawks will have to fine tune their game before facing ISU this weekend.

Vermont street fire contained to single apartment

Lawrence Fire Department acts quickly; keeps damage to a minimum.

Editor's note

Working out some parental problems

Rains: Baseball on the way

Here’s a look at what to expect from the coming MLB season

Here’s the wind-up.

Ashworth: Successful draft changes Chiefs’ direction

Acquisitions renew team’s future

Kansas City entered the draft weekend with low expectations but left with high talent.

Junior pitcher keeps it all together

Czyz successfully handles season as Friday night starter

Despite an inconsistent weekend rotation, pitcher Nick Czyz has remained a constant team component.

Tomorrow's news

Nakations

Movie review

Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay

Q & A

With Lisa Loeb

What it's like

To lecture in a large classroom

Meeting of the minds

I used to hate my father for becoming a pastor, but now I admire him

Good for you / bad for you

Open containers

Household health

Staying healthy is as easy as keeping clean

Spotlight on Organizations: KU Cultural India club

The KU Cultural India club focuses on bringing a little bit of India to Kansas.

Chief Justice discusses constitution

John G. Roberts Jr., covers Supreme Court decision making

The judge spoke at the Lied Center Wednesday night as part of an annual lecture series.

Player advances to regional tournament

Team finishes 10 in Big 12

Top player, sophomore Emily Powers, qualified for the NCAA Golf West Regional Tournament this past weekend.

KJHK wins 11 awards in state-wide competition

Awards include seven first-place pieces

The Kansas Association of Broadcasters recognized the campus radio station for their efforts last month.