News for Wednesday, October 15, 2008

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Dole Institute emphasizes student political involvement

Civic Engagement Week wraps up today with a watch party for the last presidential debate.

Brother of MVP helping football team go “big-time”

Chris Howard is playing an important role in the Kansas athletics department

Beecher: Curtis McClinton should be recognized for achievement

In wake of the release of “The Express,” Beecher looks at a Kansas football player from the ‘60s who should be commended.

Jayhawks prepare for tough stretch run

Final five regular season games will decide Kansas’ postseason fate

Ready to kill after last heartbreak

Volleyball team plays its first game in a week tonight against Missouri.

Economic downturn hasn’t hurt downtown businesses

Some retailers reported strong sales last month, despite the Dow Jones’ largest one-day drop in history.

Breckunitch: Fantasy football recap

The Cowboys are down four players while the Browns ended the Giants’ perfect record.

Runners set to compete in Pre-National races

Cross country team will travel to Indiana this weekend to race at the NCAA Pre-National Invitational

Student Recreation Fitness Center addition to open after months of delays

The add-on will feature a virtual golf simulator, martial arts studio, four multipurpose courts, two racquetball courts and an extension of the track.

Runners set to compete in Pre-National races

Cross country team will travel to Indiana this weekend to race at the NCAA Pre-National Invitational

Jayhawks to tip off against Jayhawks

Fans will finally get a glimpse of what the 2008-2009 basketball team has to offer. Late Night in the Phog will kick off at 6:30 pm.

Hawks have uphill battle against OU

The Jayhawks don’t have many friends outside of Kansas when it comes to predictions for Saturday’s game. Nevertheless, Mangino said he thinks that gives his team an advantage.

Students ignore Mangino’s request

Students refuse Coach Mark Mangino’s plea to stop the vulgar kickoff chant. Mangino, the Athletics Department, student body president Adam Mcgonigle and the University Daily Kansan are all opposed to the chant, which has received negative media attention since its birth.

Reward offered in investigation of murdered cats

Lawrence Humane Society still looking for suspects after several local cats have been found dead