News for Thursday, February 26, 2009

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Buses, bikes provide convenience

KU on Wheels system ferries thousands of Jayhawks to and from campus every day.

Living at home helps save money

Choosing not to fly the coop has advantages and disadvantages from on-campus living.

What to check before you rent

Steps tenants should take before signing a lease.

On-campus housing offers a community vibe

Pet owners struggle finding housing options

Even pet-friendly apartments have restrictions and costs to put limits on animal roommates.

Individual needs affect choice of residence

Students compare advantages of houses, apartments, residence halls.

Stouffer Place offers community

International students and their families fit in in the on-campus apartments.

How to hunt for an apartment

Simplify your search for a place to live with these four easy steps, advice from experts and students' experiences.

Folmsbee: America needs new space race

Throwing support behind NASA means bolstering research and learning across America.

Simon: Obama’s address bolstered presidency's positive image

President Obama's speech offered comfort, optimism.

Editorial: University should make the switch from Outlook to Gmail

Gmail offers students, faculty and staff the efficiency and storage space they need.

Making the case for a cause

Life inside a health care access clinic with a woman who sees it all

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Marcus Morris fine-tuning outside stroke

Forward’s ability to knock down three-pointers keeps defenses honest, takes pressure off Cole Aldrich.

Nothing perfectly sweet

Get the scoop on the high-fructose corn syrup that’s in your sugary snacks

Student creates new Alternative Spring Break

“The New York Experience” will offer more than just tourist attractions

KU student struck by car identified

KU student suffers head injuries from being struck by car.

Movie review: Fired Up!

0 out of 4 stars

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The International

Bump it on the boulevard

West coast rookies of the year

Editor's note

A message from Matt Hirschfeld

Tomorrow's news

Knife hooks

This weekend

Smackdown! trivia

In the life of ...

A park ranger

Do it yourself

Ready your bike for spring

Green it!

Go out eco-guilt free

That's disgusting: Bugs in food dye

The hues of your favorite snacks are thanks to some tiny crushed bugs.

Nurture by nature: Raw garlic

Eat garlic with other food, such as a salad.

Rolling over the cold shoulder

Life is transitions—the only thing to do is deal with them in stride

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Scott vaults over the competition

After two Big 12 championships, Jordan Scott is going for a third, and wants more.

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Team comes together, shows strong defense

Jayhawks shut down OSU’s Riley in first Big 12 road victory in almost two years.

Sen. Dole gives $150K to KU Med and hospital

Bob Dole donated $150,000 to the KU Medical Center and hospital.

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Students take drama class with children

Theatre course offers students and kids opportunities to teach each other

Music review: 'Changing Horses' by Ben Kweller

2.5 out of 4 stars

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Kansas women put stop to Big 12 road woes

Danielle McCray scores 30 points as Jayhawks break 14-game conference road losing streak in Stillwater.

Montemayor: Fans could hold sway over football recruits

Basketball and football fans need to show enthusiasm to help influence football recruits.

Group wants more accessible fruit

In March, the Lawrence Fruit Tree Project will begin planting trees in the community.

Morning Brew: Aldrich shows Collison-esque qualities

Rustin's random Top 5s and a Collison sighting.

Bitch & Moan

With Carly Halvorson and Elliot Kort

How to control your dreams

And do anything you want with them

Meeting shows how to save energy at home

A Westar representative will be on hand to explain how to cut consumption costs

Q & A with Nikki Glaser

"Most comedians had to develop a thick skin for whatever reason."

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Study abroad sets students up for success

Deadline to apply for summer, fall and 2009-2010 academic year programs is March 1.

Kansas tied for third with Missouri

Swimming and diving team breaks school record by more than four seconds.

Walk-off home run breaks Kansas’ heart

Baseball loses 9-8 to No. 21 Arkansas in a 10-inning thriller.