Stories for September 2, 2008

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Podcast: The Hot Route

News and insight from B.J. Rains and Taylor Bern: Episode five of a KU football podcast.

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Video: Mangino Press Conference

Clips from Mark Mangino's weekly press conference.

Jayhawks rock season opener for record crowd

The Jayhawks ate Panther pot pie Saturday with a 40-10 victory over FIU.

Cross country sweeps Bob Timmons Classic

The men’s, women’s and alumni teams left competitors in their dust.

New classes talk politics

A variety of departments on campus have launched some courses that focus on the 2008 presidential campaign this semester.

Professor arrested after failing to appear in court

Thomas Schreiber has also been placed on involuntary leave from the University

‘One-three’ punch needed this football season

The Jayhawks need a one-three punch this year, but who will step up to make it happen.

KU lowers energy costs by raising temps

Rising energy costs have prompted Facilities Operations to raise temperatures in University buildings. By adjusting thermostats to 78 degrees, the University can save $3,000 a week in energy costs.

Goal by Cressy clinches games for Jayhawks

Freshman forward scores in 86th minute for a 2-1 victory against Auburn.

Pre-law fair brings 70 schools to campus

The annual event provides students the opportunity to survey their post-grad options.

Students win tickets to attend Republican National Convention

A social-networking site awarded convention passes to 40 members of College Republicans across the country, including two from the University of Kansas.

Team stumbles in opening sets

Jayhawks return Saturday to win three sets against NC State.

Team debuts in Great White North

The Jayhawks showed Canada how Kansas basketball is played, winning all three of its games against McGill, Carleton and the University of Ottawa. Coach Bill Self said his team showed gradual improvement.

Former student cycles for charity

Greg Krupa leaves this morning for a 520-mile bike ride to raise money for the Range of Motion Project. The project provides prosthetics and orthotic devices for people with disabilities in Ecuador and Guatemala.

Watkins uses Kyou portal to streamline check-in

The new system should reduce lines and missed appointments.

Student delegate details Democratic Convention

Clarissa Unger has spent time across the country campaigning for Barack Obama.