Jana Silverman, Southlake, Tx., senior, left, and Ann Fitzgerald, Shaumburg, Ill., December graduate, invented a chair that will make it easier for elderly people to shower. They plan on investing about $50,000 in their company, Silver-Gerald.

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Jana Silverman, Southlake, Tx., senior, left, and Ann Fitzgerald, Shaumburg, Ill., December graduate, invented a chair that will make it easier for elderly people to shower. They plan on investing about $50,000 in their company, Silver-Gerald.

Senior pole-vaulter Kate Sultanova clears the bar during Saturday's track meet at the Anshcutz Sports Pavillion. Sultanova won the women's pole vault.

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Senior pole-vaulter Kate Sultanova clears the bar during Saturday's track meet at the Anshcutz Sports Pavillion. Sultanova won the women's pole vault.

Sarah O'Neill, Lenexa sophomore, celebrates her fifth birthday today. O'Neil is 20 years old, but her actually birthdate is on Feb. 29.

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Sarah O'Neill, Lenexa sophomore, celebrates her fifth birthday today. O'Neil is 20 years old, but her actually birthdate is on Feb. 29.

KU at KSU on Jan. 31, 2008.

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KU at KSU on Jan. 31, 2008.

Students find ways to pass the time while camping out inside Allen Field House yesterday afternoon for seats to this Saturday's basketball game against Kansas State. All camping groups must have at least one camper present at all times while camping or the group loses their spot in line.

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Students find ways to pass the time while camping out inside Allen Field House yesterday afternoon for seats to this Saturday's basketball game against Kansas State. All camping groups must have at least one camper present at all times while camping or the group loses their spot in line.

ESPN's Gameday came to Lawrence for the Big 12 battle between Kansas and Texas A&M. Feb. 3, 2007

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ESPN's Gameday came to Lawrence for the Big 12 battle between Kansas and Texas A&M. Feb. 3, 2007

Adam Diskin, Overland Park sophomore, plays the carillon, an instrument which chimes the bells of Campinile, much like a church organ. There are 53 bells in the tower accessible only by a narrow, dark, winding staircase of 76 stairs, in the northeast corner.

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Adam Diskin, Overland Park sophomore, plays the carillon, an instrument which chimes the bells of Campinile, much like a church organ. There are 53 bells in the tower accessible only by a narrow, dark, winding staircase of 76 stairs, in the northeast corner.

Hennessy and Ratzlaff are self-proclaimed grunge-rockers, while 1950DA describes their music as a mix between big loud rock and roll and bluesy stoner rock.

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Hennessy and Ratzlaff are self-proclaimed grunge-rockers, while 1950DA describes their music as a mix between big loud rock and roll and bluesy stoner rock.

From left guitarist Brody Buster, drummer Justin Parr, bassist Mark Hennessy and vocalist Mike Ratzlaff gather around Mike's piano Wednesday night after a good two hours of band practice. The band came together about nine months ago to form 1950DA. 1950DA will be performing at Fatso's Friday night.

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From left guitarist Brody Buster, drummer Justin Parr, bassist Mark Hennessy and vocalist Mike Ratzlaff gather around Mike's piano Wednesday night after a good two hours of band practice. The band came together about nine months ago to form 1950DA. 1950DA will be performing at Fatso's Friday night.

Mike Ratzlaff plays one of his basses Wednesday night during practice. "This is my bass fom a long time ago," said Ratzlaff. "My daughter wanted to learn so I gave her this bass to practice on. She's the one who put stickers all over it." Ratzlaff started playing bass when he was 15.

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Mike Ratzlaff plays one of his basses Wednesday night during practice.

Danielle Littman, Chicago junior, and Nancy Wolens, Boulder Colo. junior, overlook Massachusetts Street from their loft on Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2008. Littman and Wolens love the location of their loft and say they especially love living right above Ingredient.

Danielle Littman, Chicago junior, and Nancy Wolens, Boulder Colo. junior, overlook Massachusetts Street from their loft on Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2008. Littman and Wolens love the location of their loft and say they especially love living right above Ingredient.

Senior forward Taylor McIntosh drives to the basket for a layup Wednesday night at Allen Fieldhouse. The Jayhawks dropped their third game in a row moving the Jayhawks to 15-12 overall.

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Senior forward Taylor McIntosh drives to the basket for a layup Wednesday night at Allen Fieldhouse. The Jayhawks dropped their third game in a row moving the Jayhawks to 15-12 overall.

Junior forward Marija Zinic throws her head into her hands after the Longhorns tied the game up 53-53. The Jayhawks, despite a seven point lead going into halftime, lost 57-53 during the final moments of the game Wednesday night.

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Junior forward Marija Zinic throws her head into her hands after the Longhorns tied the game up 53-53. The Jayhawks, despite a seven point lead going into halftime, lost 57-53 during the final moments of the game Wednesday night.

Sophomore guard LaChelda Jacobs dives on top of a Texas player during a scramble for a loose ball. Jacobs finished the game with eight points in 19 minutes Wednesday night in a 57-53 loss to the Longhorns.

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Sophomore guard LaChelda Jacobs dives on top of a Texas player during a scramble for a loose ball. Jacobs finished the game with eight points in 19 minutes Wednesday night in a 57-53 loss to the Longhorns.

Freshman center Krysten Boogaard puts up a reverse layup past Texas forward Ashley Lindsey. Boogaard finished the game with 10 points in 27 minutes of play Wednesday night at Allen Fieldhouse in a 57-53 loss to the Longhorns.

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Freshman center Krysten Boogaard puts up a reverse layup past Texas forward Ashley Lindsey. Boogaard finished the game with 10 points in 27 minutes of play Wednesday night at Allen Fieldhouse in a 57-53 loss to the Longhorns.

Freshman center Krysten Boogaard fights to maintain possession against two Texas defenders. Boogaard finished the game shooting 27 percent from the field and 4-4 from the line in 27 minutes. The Jayhawks lost to the Longhorns in the final minute of play 57-53 Wednesday night at Allen Fieldhouse.

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Freshman center Krysten Boogaard fights to maintain possession against two Texas defenders. Boogaard finished the game shooting 27 percent from the field and 4-4 from the line in 27 minutes. The Jayhawks lost to the Longhorns in the final minute of play 57-53 Wednesday night at Allen Fieldhouse.

Texas guard Kathleen Nash pulls down a rebound during the first half of play. The Jayhawks were out rebounded 36-32 and lost their third game in a row 57-53 Wednesday nighat at Allen Fieldhouse.

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Texas guard Kathleen Nash pulls down a rebound during the first half of play. The Jayhawks were out rebounded 36-32 and lost their third game in a row 57-53 Wednesday nighat at Allen Fieldhouse.

Sophomore guard Danielle McCray has her shot blocked by Texas defender; Rachel Rentschler. McCray led the team with 19 points and 10 rebounds in 37 minutes of play. The Jayhawks lost in the final minute of play 57-53 Wednesday night at Allen Fieldhouse.

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Sophomore guard Danielle McCray has her shot blocked by Texas defender; Rachel Rentschler. McCray led the team with 19 points and 10 rebounds in 37 minutes of play. The Jayhawks lost in the final minute of play 57-53 Wednesday night at Allen Fieldhouse.

Sophomore forward Danielle McCray drives through the lane with less than 30 seconds left on the clock and down by two points. McCray was called for a charge on the play, giving the ball back to the Longhorns who capitalized on two free throws. The Jayhawks dropped their third game in a row losing 57-53 Wednesday night.

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Sophomore forward Danielle McCray drives through the lane with less than 30 seconds left on the clock and down by two points. McCray was called for a charge on the play, giving the ball back to the Longhorns who capitalized on two free throws. The Jayhawks dropped their third game in a row losing 57-53 Wednesday night.

Sophomore guard LaChelda Jacobs loses her dribble while driving into the lane. Jacobs shot 4-4 from the field with eight points and four turnovers in a 57-53 loss to Texas Wednesday night at Allen Fieldhouse.

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Sophomore guard LaChelda Jacobs loses her dribble while driving into the lane. Jacobs shot 4-4 from the field with eight points and four turnovers in a 57-53 loss to Texas Wednesday night at Allen Fieldhouse.

Kansas coach Bill Self yells down the bench during the second half. The Cyclones cut a 13 point halftime deficit to just six shortly after the intermission. But the Jayhawks wre able to hold them off for an important victory on the road.

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Kansas coach Bill Self yells down the bench during the second half. The Cyclones cut a 13 point halftime deficit to just six shortly after the intermission. But the Jayhawks wre able to hold them off for an important victory on the road.

Senior forward Darnell Jackson and junior guard Brandon rush battle Iowa State's Jiri Hubalek for control of a rebound during the first half. Kansas out-rebounded Iowa State 43-30 in the game. The Jayhawks outscored the Cyclones 11-4 in second-chance points and 34-18 in the paint.

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Senior forward Darnell Jackson and junior guard Brandon rush battle Iowa State's Jiri Hubalek for control of a rebound during the first half. Kansas out-rebounded Iowa State 43-30 in the game. The Jayhawks outscored the Cyclones 11-4 in second-chance points and 34-18 in the paint.

Senior center Sasha Kaun prepares to take the ball to the basket during the first half. Kaun came off the bench and scored 8 points on 4-of-5 shooting and blocked three Cyclone shots. "I think they are the most complete team in the country," Iowa State coach Greg McDermott said after the game. "A lot of that has to do with Sasha Kaun and Sherron Collins coming off the bench."

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Senior center Sasha Kaun prepares to take the ball to the basket during the first half. Kaun came off the bench and scored 8 points on 4-of-5 shooting and blocked three Cyclone shots.

Sophomore forward Darrell Arthur takes a shot to the basket during the second half of Wednesday's game at Iowa State. Arthur led Kansas with 18 points and 10 rebounds. The Jayhawks defeated the Cyclones 75-64 and improved to 10-3 in the Big 12.

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Sophomore forward Darrell Arthur takes a shot to the basket during the second half of Wednesday's game at Iowa State. Arthur led Kansas with 18 points and 10 rebounds. The Jayhawks defeated the Cyclones 75-64 and improved to 10-3 in the Big 12.

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Photo courtesy of the Spencer Research Library Archives

Junior guard Brandon Rush takes a shot in traffic during the second half. Rush shot 4-for-10 from the floor, including 3-of-4 for threes and 4-of-5 from the free-throw line, finishing with 15 points.

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Junior guard Brandon Rush takes a shot in traffic during the second half. Rush shot 4-for-10 from the floor, including 3-of-4 for threes and 4-of-5 from the free-throw line, finishing with 15 points.

Senior guard Russell Robinson slashes between two Iowa State defenders on his way to the basket during the second half. Robinson scored five points, grabbed 10 boards, and dished out five assists while committing only two turnovers.

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Senior guard Russell Robinson slashes between two Iowa State defenders on his way to the basket during the second half. Robinson scored five points, grabbed 10 boards, and dished out five assists while committing only two turnovers.

Senior forward Darnell Jackson draws a hard foul during the second half of the game. Kansas outscored Iowa State 34-18 in the paint.

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Senior forward Darnell Jackson draws a hard foul during the second half of the game. Kansas outscored Iowa State 34-18 in the paint.

Junior forward Marija Zinic throws her head into her hands after the Longhorns tied the game up 53-53. The Jayhawks, despite a seven point lead going into halftime, lost 57-53 during the final moments of the game Wednesday night.

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Junior forward Marija Zinic throws her head into her hands after the Longhorns tied the game up 53-53. The Jayhawks, despite a seven point lead going into halftime, lost 57-53 during the final moments of the game Wednesday night.

Junior guard Mario Chalmers dunks the ball on a breakaway basket during the first half. Kansas outscored Iowa State by 13 in the first half and led by as many as 22 during the second half.

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Junior guard Mario Chalmers dunks the ball on a breakaway basket during the first half. Kansas outscored Iowa State by 13 in the first half and led by as many as 22 during the second half.

Senior forward Darnell Jackson takes a shot over the arms of Iowa State forward Jiri Hubalek. Kansas improved to 25-3 overall and 10-3 in the conference with the victory.

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Senior forward Darnell Jackson takes a shot over the arms of Iowa State forward Jiri Hubalek. Kansas improved to 25-3 overall and 10-3 in the conference with the victory.

Junior guard Mario Chalmers smiles before heading to the free-throw line after drawing a foul on a drive to the basket. Chalmers scored 15 points on 5-for-8 shooting from the floor, including 3-of-4 from three-point range. The Jayhawks hit 7-for-11 Wednesday night from behind the arc, an area they struggled in during their previous road losses.

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Junior guard Mario Chalmers smiles before heading to the free-throw line after drawing a foul on a drive to the basket. Chalmers scored 15 points on 5-for-8 shooting from the floor, including 3-of-4 from three-point range. The Jayhawks hit 7-for-11 Wednesday night from behind the arc, an area they struggled in during their previous road losses.

Kansas baseball lost 2-1 against Arkansas on Wednesday.

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Kansas baseball lost 2-1 against Arkansas on Wednesday.

Senior forward Darnell Jackson and junior guard Brandon rush battle Iowa State's Jiri Hubalek for control of a rebound during the first half. Kansas out-rebounded Iowa State 43-30 in the game. The Jayhawks outscored the Cyclones 11-4 in second-chance points and 34-18 in the paint.

Photo by Jon Goering
Senior forward Darnell Jackson and junior guard Brandon rush battle Iowa State's Jiri Hubalek for control of a rebound during the first half. Kansas out-rebounded Iowa State 43-30 in the game. The Jayhawks outscored the Cyclones 11-4 in second-chance points and 34-18 in the paint.

Freshman catcher Brittany Hile has been transitioning from high school to college level softball this year. Hile's mentor Elle Pottorf has been a large influence and help in her transition.

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Freshman catcher Brittany Hile has been transitioning from high school to college level softball this year. Hile's mentor Elle Pottorf has been a large influence and help in her transition.

Senior center Sasha Kaun makes one of his three blocks against Iowa State's Wesley Johnson during the second half. "We need to learn to control when teams are getting on runs by making some shots and getting some stops," Kaun said after the game.

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Senior center Sasha Kaun makes one of his three blocks against Iowa State's Wesley Johnson during the second half.