Sophomore guard Sherron Collins drifts in for a shot during Sunday's game against Davidson. Collins connected on 1-of-8 shots from the floor in 28 minutes.

Published on March 31, 2008

Davidson guard Stephen Curry answers questions in locker room following the team's loss to Kansas in the Elite Eight. Curry was named most valuable player in the Midwest region of the tournament. He said after the game he will not be leaving Davidson after this year for the NBA.

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Junior guard Mario Chalmers kicks a pass out as Davidson's Andrew Lovedale contests his drive to the basket. Chalmers recorded two assists and two steals, and turned the ball over just once.

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Davidson coach Bob McKillop talks with his players during the first half of the game. McKillop led the 10th-seeded Wildcats to the Elite Eight and came within one three-point shot of the Final Four.

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Junior guard Mario Chalmers goes up for a reverse during the first half of the game. He missed the shot, but that was the only one he missed for the half. Chalmers scored 11 of the Hawks 30 first half points.

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Davidson guard Stephen Curry tries to save a loose ball from going out of bounds during the game. Curry said after the game that he was "definitely" coming back to Davidson and not entering the NBA draft.

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Junior guard Mario Chalmers, red-shirt sophomore Brady Morningstar and sophomore guard Sherron Collins celebrate after the game.

Published on March 31, 2008

Davidson guard Jason Richards holds his head in his hands in the Davidson locker room following the loss to Kansas in the Elite Eight. Richards made 3-of-9 from the field, including 0-for-4 from three. One of the missed three-pointers was the game-winning shot attempt, which sailed left.

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Senior guard Jeremy Case and the rest of the Kansas bench watch as the Wildcats dribble the ball up the floor down two with less than 20 seconds to go in the game. The largest lead any team had in the game was six points.

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Senior center Sasha Kaun hugs senior forward Darnell Jackson after Kansas defeated Davidson 59-57. Kaun was named the most valuable player of the regional championship game. He scored 13 points on 6-of-6 shooting and grabbed 6 rebounds in the game.

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Sophomore forward Darrell Arthur embraces teammate Darnell Jackson, senior forward, during the post-game celebration. Arthur and Jackson combined for 16 points and 12 rebounds in the game.

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Sophomore guard Sherron Collins gets up after forcing Davidson guard Stephen Curry to force up a tough three-pointer during the second half of the game. Curry scored 25 points in the game, but hit just 9-of-25 shots, including 4-of-16 on threes.

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A last-second shot attempt leaves the hands of Davidson guard Jason Rishards and floats towards the basket as the clock runs out. Davidson trailed by two, 57-59, when the three-pointer went up. The ball missed wide left and the clock ran out, ending Davidson's tournament run.

Published on March 31, 2008

Almarie Chalmers, junior guard Mario Chalmers' mother, celebrates during the post-game celebration following Kansas's 59-57 victory. Chalmers and teammate Sasha Kaun led the Jayhawks with 13 points. Kansas advances to the Final Four with the victory.

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Magdalena Tokarczyk, Poland freshman, hits against Oklahoma.

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Fans parade down Massachusetts Street after Kansas' win against Davidson on Sunday night.

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Jayhawk fans throng Massachusetts St. after Kansas beat Davidson 59-57 Sunday afternoon in Detroit. They poured out of bars and restaurants and clogged the street for blocks, completely halting the flow of traffic. Kansas will play North Carolina next week in San Antonio in the Final Four. This will be the first Final Four in NCAA history to have only first-seeded teams.

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Finished bowls will be fired and then sold on Wescoe Beach for six dollars. The proceeds will go to the Jubilee Cafe, First United Methodist Church, 946 Vermont.

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The Mountain Dewds pride themselves as being a "house on a hill," and promoting a different way to do college.

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The Mountain Dewds were driving past a McDonald's when the employees were putting in new signs and asked if they could have the old one. The Dewds have many random items contributed by residents throughout their house.

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Clark Zhu, 5, left, and Runzhe Cui, 4, show off their painted bowls at the Empty Bowls program at Stouffer Place on Saturday, March 30. The bowls will be sold on Wescoe Beach for six dollars, but RA Don Claus doesn't know when.

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Elizaveta Avdeeva, Russia senior, hits against Oklahoma.

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Fans celebrated Kansas' victory on Sunday night near the Granada Theater on Massachusetts Street.

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Junior third baseman Val Chapple applies a late tag to a Texas Tech base runner. Kansas won 1-0 Saturday at Arrocha Ballpark. The Jayhawks next home game is set for Satuday, April 12th at 1 p.m. against Texas.

Published on March 30, 2008

Junior pitcher Valerie George throws to first after fielding a ground ball. Kansas defeated Texas Tech 1-0 Saturday afternoon at Arrocha Ballpark.

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Junior Val Chapple connects on a pitch from Texas Tech pitcher Ashly Jacobs. Chapple finished 1-2 at the plate while driving in one RBI. Kansas defeated the Red Raiders 1-0 Saturday afternoon at Arrocha Ballpark.

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Junior pitcher Valerie George throws a pitch against a Texas Tech batter Saturday afternoon. George dominated on the mound giving up just three hits in seven innings with seven strike outs against the Red Raiders in a 1-0 victory at Arrocha Ballpark.

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Junior third baseman Val Chapple throws to first for an out after fielding a Texas Tech bunt Saturday afternoon. The Jayhawks defeated the Red Raiders 1-0 at Arrocha Ballpark. Kansas' next home game is set for Saturday, April 12th against Texas at 1 p.m.

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Sophomore second baseman Robby Price turns a double play during the top of the third inning Saturday afternoon. Kansas lost 9-6 to Texas A&M in extra innings Saturday.

Published on March 30, 2008

Sophomore second baseman Robby Price cuts across second base to make a throw to first for an out. Price hit 2-5 at the plate in a 9-6 loss to Texas A&M Saturday afternoon at Hoglund Ballpark. Kansas is set to face off against Wichita State University Tuesday, April 1st at 7 p.m.

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Sophomore second baseman Robby Price makes an off balance throw to first for an out Saturday afternoon against Texas A&M. The Jayhawks gave up 13 hits to the Aggies in a 9-6 extra innings loss at Hoglund Ballpark.

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Senior shortsttop Erik Morrison throws to first for an out Saturday afternoon. Kansas fell short of a victory in the 10th inning, giving up three runs in a 9-6 loss to Texas A&M at Hoglund Ballpark.

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Kansas coach Bill Self answers questions during media interviews Saturday. Davidson College and star guard Stephen Curry stand between Self and his first Final Four appearance as the coach of the Jayhawks.

Published on March 29, 2008

Junior guard Brandon Rush answers questions during media interviews Saturday at Ford Field.

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Davidson practices inside an empty Ford Field in preparation for Sunday's game. The field seats 72,000. 57,028 fans came out to Friday night's games, a record for an NCAA regional game.

Published on March 29, 2008

Davidson guard Stephen Curry talks with Wisconsin guard Michael Flowers during Friday's game. Junior guard Brandon Rush said after Kansas's victory that Curry looked like a 12-year-old but played like a man. Curry scored 37 points on Flowers, Big 10 defensive player of the year, and the rest of the Badgers.

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Davidson sophomore guard Stephen Curry goes up for a reverse around Wisconsin defender Greg Steimsma during the second half of Friday's game. Curry scored 37 points in the Wildcats' victory over the Badgers. Curry said after the game that it was hard for any defense to sustain themselves for 40 minutes and that if he is patient he will eventually get open shots.

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Davidson guard Stephen Curry drives between two Wisconsin defenders during Friday's Sweet 16 game at Ford Field in Detroit. Curry has scored 30 or more points in all of Davidson's NCAA tournament games this season.

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Sophomore guard Sherron Collins takes the court in front of a small number of fans near the end of the game. Kansas led Villinova by 19 at the half, and had little trouble putting away the 12th-seeded Wildcats.

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Sophomore forward Darrell Arthur takes down Villinova guard Scottie Reynolds during a fight for a pass in the first half of Friday's game. Reynolds went down hard on the play but was not seriously hurt.

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Sophomore forward Darrell Arthur blocks the shot of Villinova's Antonio Pena during Friday's Sweet 16 game.

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Junior guard Mario Chalmers pokes the ball away from Villinova guard Scottie Reynolds. Chalmers recorded three steals to go along with his 14 points for the game.

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Sophomore forward Darrell Arthur slams an alley-oop dunk home over Villinova guard Scottie Reynlods. Arthur finished with seven points and three boards in 24 minutes.

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Kansas coach Bill Self yells instructions during the second half of the game. Despite his success at Kansas, Self hasn't led a Kansas team to the Final Four. The Hawks play Davidson in the Elite Eight Sunday.

Published on March 29, 2008

Senior guard Russell Robinson shoots over Villinova's Reggie Redding during the first half. Robinson scored 15 points for the game on 4-of-7 shooting, including 3-of-5 from behind the arc.

Published on March 29, 2008

A member of the Villinova pep band watches the time run out on the clock. 12th seeded Villinova made a good run in the NCAA tournament but fell to Kansas in the Sweet 16. They finish the season 22-13.

Published on March 29, 2008

A Villinova fan watches as the final seconds of the game and the Wildcats' season tick off of the clock at Ford Field in Detroit. Kansas defeated Villinova 72-57 and ended 12th-seeded 'Nova's run in the NCAA tournament.

Published on March 29, 2008

Junior guard Brandon Rush sails for a jumper during the first half of Friday's game against Villinova. Rush led Kansas with with 16 points on 6-of-12 shooting, including 2-of-6 from behind the arc.

Published on March 29, 2008

This Philippine tarsier (Tarsius syrichta) is on the island of Bohol, Philippines. This tarsier's pupils are so small because the photo was taken during the day, and a photo of a tarsier at night would show its large eyes almost completely filled by its pupils. Very large eyes are an adaptation for a nocturnal lifestyle.

Published on March 27, 2008

Kansas coach Bill Self acknowledges the Jayhawk fans after cutting the net down in celebration of the team's Big 12 tournament championship March 16. In five years at Kansas, Self has a 138-32 record but has yet to advance past the Elite Eight.

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Eisley

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Breakfast casserole

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The history of kissing

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Dan Coke, 2003 graduate, works as campus director for Midwest Student Ministries. He said he began preaching the gospel to whoever would listen after a friend explained Christianity to him during his sophomore year.

Published on March 27, 2008

Junior shortstop Stevie Crisosto high fives teammates after scoring the Jayhawks first run of the game. Kansas defeated Missouri State 8-0 Wednesday evening at Arrocha Ballpark.

Published on March 27, 2008

Junior thirdbaseman Val Chapple drives a ball for a hit Wednesday evening against Missouri State. Chapple went 1-3 Wednesday, helping push the Jayhawks to an 8-0 victory over the Bears.

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Sophomore second baseman Sara Ramirez fields a hard hit grounder for an out at first base, keeping a Missouri State baserunner stranded at third. The Jayhawks faceoff next against Texas Tech Friday, March 29th at Arrocha Ballpark set for a 1 p.m. start.

Published on March 27, 2008

Head coach Tracy Bunge argues with the home plate umpire during the Jayhawks game against the Missouri State Bears. Kansas defeated the Bears 8-0 Wednesday evening at Arrocha Ballpark.

Published on March 27, 2008

Sophomore second baseman Robby Price steps on second for the third out of the inning. Kansas played Benedictine college Wednesday night at Hoglund Ballpark. The Jayhawks next home game opens conference play against Texas A&M Friday at 6 p.m..

Published on March 27, 2008

Senior shortstop Erik Morrison throws the ball to first for an out after fielding a hard-hit grounder. The Jayhawks played the Benedictine Red Raiders Wednesday night at Hoglund Ballpark.

Published on March 27, 2008

Fresehman third baseman Tony Thompson looks behind first base for the overthrown ball by the Benedictine College catcher. Thompson advanced to second on the play, and was 2-2 at bat with two runs through the bottom of the sixth inning Wednesday night at Hoglund Ballpark.

Published on March 27, 2008

Junior first baseman Preston Land takes it upon himself to get the third out after fielding the ball in the bottom of the third inning. Land was 2-3 at bat through the bottom of the seventh inning Wednesday night against Benedictine College. Kansas' next home game is Friday, March 26th against Texas A&M. The first pitch is set to be thrown at 6 p.m.

Published on March 27, 2008

Jeff Briscoe, New Orleans, La. senior, learns about pole-dancing from Natalie Smith, instructor and owner of Pole Worx in Kansas City.

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A piece from Sunfire Ceramics

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Delores with Hell's Angels

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Double dipping

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Michaela Bloman and Kent Szlanderbach

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The trouble with hangovers

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By Tyler Doehring

Published on March 26, 2008

Kansas coach Bonnie Henrickson makes her way to center court after Kansas's 82-62 loss to Oklahoma State March 12, 2008, at the Municipal Auditorium in Kansas City, Mo

Published on March 26, 2008

Junior pitcher Sam Freeman throws a pitch Tuesday afternoon. Freeman finished with six strikeouts against Chicago State University, moving to 4-0 overall. Kansas defeated the Cougar's 6-4, pushing their record to 16-9 on the season.

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Sustainable carpet at the entrance of Oliver Hall, shot today, March 25, 2008, to go with Mary Sorrick's story slugged "sustain".

Published on March 26, 2008

KU student senate groups, from left, Connect, Students of Liberty and United Students debate in the Kansas Union on Tuesday, March 25, 2008. The president and vice president candidates answer questions from students via youtube, e-mail and the audience.

Published on March 26, 2008

Student Senate coalition United Students wants to give students free parking in the Kansas Union parking garage. They propose to make parking in the top level of the garage free after 5 p.m. so students can go to night meetings and classes more easily. They also want to make the entire garage free on basketball game days because basketball fans take many other spots on campus.

Published on March 26, 2008

Freshman third baseman Tony Thompson fields a high bouncing ground ball which went for the third out of the inning. Kansas defeated Chicago State University 6-4 Tuesday afternoon at Hoglund Ballpark.

Published on March 25, 2008

Junior pitcher Sam Freeman throws to first base for his second successful pick off Tuesday afternoon. Freeman finished with six strikeouts against Chicago State University, and moved to 4-0 on starts for the season. Kansas defeated the Cougar's 6-4.

Published on March 25, 2008

Freshman designated hitter Jimmy Waters crosses home plate after crushing a home run over the right field wall. Waters drove in one run on the play, hitting 2-2 against Chicago State University. Kansas defeated the Cougar's 6-4 Tuesday afternoon at Hoglund Ballpark.

Published on March 25, 2008

Senior right fielder Ryne Price reaches for a flyball that dropped just over his head Tuesday afternoon against Chicago State University. The Jayhawks defeated the Cougar's 6-4 at Hoglund Ballpark, moving their overall record to 16-9 on the season.

Published on March 25, 2008

Freshman designated hitter Jimmy Waters dives safely back into first base. Waters went 2-2 at bat contributing one run off a homer as well as one RBI. Kansas defeated Chicago State University 6-4 Tuesday afternoon at Hoglund Ballpark.

Published on March 25, 2008

Starting junior pitcher Sam Freeman fields a bunt close to home plate for an out at first base. Freeman had six strikeouts against the Chicago State University Cougars Tuesday afternoon, moving his overall record to 4-0 on the season. Kansas defeated Chicago State University 6-4.

Published on March 25, 2008

Junior pitcher Sam Freeman throws to first picking off a baserunner for an out. Freeman picked another base runner off at first later in the game and finished with six strikeouts against Chicago State University Tuesday afternoon.

Published on March 25, 2008

Jean Menager, Auburn sophomore, leaves class Thursday on his moped. Students of Liberty propose that mopeds be exempt from paying a parking pass fee.

Published on March 25, 2008

Sophomore guard Sade Morris goes up for a shot over Evansville guard Ashley Austin during the first half of Monday's game at Allen Fieldhouse. Kansas defeated Evansville 82-60 and advanced to the next round of the women's national invitational tournament.

Published on March 25, 2008

Sophomore guard Kelly Kohn celebrates after hitting her second three-pointer during the second half. Kohn made 4-of-5 shots from the floor, including 2-of-2 from behind the arc, for 10 points. She was one of four Hawks who scored in double figures.

Published on March 25, 2008

Senior forward Taylor McIntosh, senior forward Jamie Boyd, sophomore forward Danielle McCray and sophomore forward Porscha Weddington laugh on the bench after junior forward Marija Zinic scores a basket and draws a foul at the end of Monday's game against Evansville. The Hawks defeated the Purple Aces 82-60. Zinic hit her free throw to convert the three-point play, scoring her fifth, sixth and seventh points of the season.

Published on March 25, 2008

Sara Glass, recent Overland Park, Kan., graduate, right, and friend Vincent Daugherty, left, put the final touches on war protest signs Monday, March 24, 2008. Students will gather today, Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at noon on the Stauffer-Flint lawn in protest the five years of US occupancy in Iraq.

Published on March 25, 2008

Senior starting pitcher Hiarali Garcia throws to first in an attempt to pick off a base runner during the game against Tabor College on March 11. Please add relevant preview information from the story.

Published on March 25, 2008

Junior guard Katie Smith looks to drive the baseline during the final minutes of the Kansas victory over Evansville. Smith logged two minutes in the game. The Hawks travel to Michigan State for their next game in the WNIT.

Published on March 24, 2008

Junior guard Ivana Catic gets a hand up during a shot in the second half. Catic recorded seven assists in 25 minutes and turned the ball over just once in the game.

Published on March 24, 2008

Sophomore guard Kelly Kohn collides with an Evansville defender on a drive to the hoop during the first half. Kohn was one of four Hawks in double figures, scoring 10 points in 18 minutes. She also added three assists.

Published on March 24, 2008

Kansas will play host to Evansville in the second round of the Women's National Invitational Tournament tonight at 7 p.m.

Published on March 23, 2008

Senior forward Darnell Jackson yells in celebration during the first half of Kansas's game against the University of Nevada Las Vegas Saturday night. The Jayhawks defeated the Runnin' Rebels 75-56. They advance to the Sweet 16 with the win.

Published on March 23, 2008

Kansas State freshman forward Michael Beasley walks off the court after his team's 72-55 loss to Wisconsin in the second round of the NCAA tournament on Saturday afternoon at the Qwest Center in Omaha, Neb. The eleventh-seeded Wildcats finished the season with an overall record of 21-12.

Published on March 23, 2008

Freshman Student Senator Doug Brady.

Published on March 23, 2008

Junior guard Brandon Rush and Mario Chalmers jump to secure a defensive rebound during the second half. Kansas out-rebounded UNLV 36-26. Both teams combined to score just 10 second chance points, six for the Rebels and four for the Hawks.

Published on March 22, 2008

Junior guard Mario Chalmers tries to throw a dunk down over a UNLV defender during the second half. Chalmers drew a blocking foul on the play. The three starting guards for Kansas combined for 42 points.

Published on March 22, 2008

Senior center Darnell Jackson and sophomore guard Sherron Collins walk off the court together. The Jayhawks had four players in double-figures for the game. Jackson finished one bucket shy with eight points. He led Kansas with nine rebounds.

Published on March 22, 2008

Junior guard Mario Chalmers questions a foul call during the second half. Chalmers committed three personal fouls in the game. Kansas as a team committed 26 fouls in the game and sent the Rebels to the free-throw line 34 times.

Published on March 22, 2008

Members of the University of Kansas pep band wave and chant "see ya" after UNLV forward Joe Darger fouled out of the game in the second half. UNLV guard Rene Rougeau and junior guard Brandon Rush also had to leave the game after committing five personal fouls.

Published on March 22, 2008

Junior guard Mario Chalmers makes a layup during the first half. Chalmers was the high scorer for Kansas with 17 total points.

Published on March 22, 2008

Darnell Jackson, Sherron Collins, Mario Chalmers and Sasha Kaun celebrate Kansas's victory against UNLV during the final minutes of the second half. The Jayhawks beat the Rebels 75-56 Saturday night at the Quest Center in Omaha, Neb. The Jayhawks will proceed to the next round of the NCAA tournament, the Sweet 16, next week in Detroit.

Published on March 22, 2008

The UNLV bench reacts as the clock winds down on their season. The eighth-seeded Rebels finished their season 27-8 overall. The Jayhawks advance to the Sweet 16 with the victory, where they will face the winner of Sunday's game between Villanova and Sienna.

Published on March 22, 2008

Junior guard Mario Chalmers goes up for a shot over a UNLV defender during the first half of the game. Chalmers led Kansas with 17 points on 6-of-11 shooting, including 2-of-7 from behind the arc.

Published on March 22, 2008

Sophomore forward Darrell Arthur throws down a slam during the first half. Arthur finished with nine points on 4-of-8 shooting from the floor.

Published on March 22, 2008

The Runnin' Rebel pep band warms up before the game.

Published on March 22, 2008

Senior forward Darnell Jackson yells in celebration during the first half of Kansas's game against the University of Nevada Las Vegas Saturday night. The Jayhawks defeated the Runnin' Rebels 75-56. They advance to the Sweet 16 with the win.

Published on March 22, 2008

Senior center Sasha Kaun pulls down a board over Portland State center Scott Morrison. Kaun recorded three points and seven rebounds in 12 minutes. He shot just 1-of-6 from the free-throw line.

Published on March 20, 2008

Freshman center Cole Aldrich gets up to block the shot of Portland State center Scott Morrison. Aldrich finished with two points, two boards, one assist, one block and two steals in 10 minutes.

Published on March 20, 2008

Hair flies everywhere as the Kansas cheer team performs during a break in the action.

Published on March 20, 2008

Senior forward Darnell Jackson finishes a first-half alley-oop from Brandon Rush to give the Hawks a 9-3 lead early in the first half.

Published on March 20, 2008

The Kansas bench celebrates a late three by senior guard Jeremy Case. The Jayhawks cruised to an opening round victory. The will face the winner of Kent State and UNLV on Saturday.

Published on March 20, 2008

Senior forward Darnell Jackson and sophomore forward Darrell Arthur yuk it up on the bench while the Jayhawk bench finishes off the Vikings. Kansas outscored Portland State 34-24 in the paint.

Published on March 20, 2008

Junior guard Brandon Rush draws a foul on Portland State forward Kyle Coston during a drive to the basket in the first half. Rush fought through the contact and hit the shot, but failed to convert the three-point play.

Published on March 20, 2008

Portland State coach Ken Bone yells at his players as they come off the court during a first-half break. Kansas opened the game on a 14-3 run and finished the first 20 minutes up 23.

Published on March 20, 2008

Senior forward Darnell Jackson laughs with an official during the first half. Jackson finished with 10 points, one of four Jayhawks who scored in double figures for the game.

Published on March 20, 2008

Big Jay watches as sophomore guard Sherron Collins plays defense on Portland State guard Jeremiah Dominguez. Dominguez led the Vikings with 13 points but shot just 2-of-7 from behind the arc.

Published on March 20, 2008

Sophomore forward Darrell Arthur fights for a loose ball against Portland State guard Deonte Huff. Arthur scored 17 points on 8-of-10 shooting and grabbed seven rebounds for the game.

Published on March 20, 2008

Junior guard Brandon Rush goes up over Portland State center Scott Morrison for a shot during the first half. Rush scored 15 points in the first half, hitting 6-of-11 from the floor including 3-of-6 from three-point range.

Published on March 20, 2008

The Portland State viking questions a call by the officials during the second half of the game. The Jayhawks led 49-26 at the half and cruised to an easy 85-61 victory over the Vikings in the opening round of the tournament.

Published on March 20, 2008

2008 Big 12 tournament championship celebration.

Published on March 17, 2008

2008 Big 12 tournament championship celebration.

Published on March 17, 2008

2008 Big 12 tournament championship celebration.

Published on March 17, 2008

2008 Big 12 tournament championship celebration.

Published on March 17, 2008

2008 Big 12 tournament championship celebration.

Published on March 17, 2008

Sophomore forward Darrell Arthur and his teammates watch the final seconds tick off the clock, sealing a victory and third straight Big 12 tournament championship for the Kansas Jayhawks.

Published on March 17, 2008

Junior guard Mario Chalmers holds up his shooting hand after hitting two free-throws with under a minute to play. Kansas extended its lead to a comfortable 10 points during the final minutes.

Published on March 17, 2008

Sophomore forward Darrell Arthur goes up for an uncontested jumper during the second half. Arthur hit the shot, which gave Kansas the lead, 72-71, with 4:08 to play. Arthur finished with 16 points and nine boards in 36 minutes.

Published on March 17, 2008

Sophomore forward Darrell Arthur hangs on the rim after bringing the crowd to its feet and Jayhawks within two with 6:14 to play in the game.

Published on March 17, 2008

The Jayawks get together at the free-throw line during the second half. Kansas recorded 25 assists as a team during Sunday's game. They scored 26 field goals.

Published on March 17, 2008

Senior center Darnell Jackson goes up in traffic for a shot attempt during the second half. The two teams combined for just 10 points in the paint in the second half and 34 for the game.

Published on March 17, 2008

Sophomore guard Sherron Collins drives through the lane between Texas guards A.J. Abrams and D.J. Augustin. Collins finished with nine points and seven assists in 24 minutes for the game.

Published on March 17, 2008

Junior guard Mario Chalmers keeps his follow-through in the air after hitting a three-pointer to give Kansas a 53-49 lead with 13:55 to go in the game. Chalmers hit eight threes in the game, finishing with 30 points and six assists.

Published on March 17, 2008

Junior guard Brandon Rush tries to take the ball to the rim against Texas forward Connor Atchley early in the second half. Rush missed the shot and Atchley grabbed the rebound. Kansas fans wanted a foul called on the play.

Published on March 17, 2008

Texas coach Rick Barnes argues a call during the second half. Barnes and his Longhorns finished second in the Big 12 conference tournament with the loss to Kansas.

Published on March 17, 2008

Senior center Sasha Kaun goes through the bottom of the rim as sophomore forward Darrell Arthur tries to help him keep Texas guard Justin Mason from scoring on a drive to the basket in the first half. Officials whistled Kaun for a foul on the play.

Published on March 16, 2008

The Kansas cheer team performs during a break in first half play.

Published on March 16, 2008

Sophomore guard Sherron Collins takes the ball to the basket against a Texas defender during the first half. Collins scored just two points in the half but recorded four assists.

Published on March 16, 2008

Sophomore forward Darrell Arthur and Texas forward Alexis Wangmene collide during the first half. Arthur hit 4-of-5 shots in the first half for 8 points. He also grabbed three boards and recorded two assists.

Published on March 16, 2008

Senior guard Russell Robinson contests a three-point shot by Texas guard A.J. Abrams during the first half. Abrams hit 1-of-3 shots in the first half for two points.

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Senior center Sasha Kaun and junior guard Brandon Rush trap Texas guard Justin Mason during the first quarter. Kansas forced just two Texas turnovers in the first half.

Published on March 16, 2008

Senior center Darnell Jackson tries to force a shot past Texas forwards Connor Atchley and Damion James. Jackson played just five minutes in the first half, scoring zero points and grabbing zero board. Of the team's combined 91 points at halftime just 24 were scored in the paint.

Published on March 16, 2008

Sophomore forward Darrell Arthur takes the ball up for a dunk to break an 8-8 tie. A Mario Chamers three on the following Kansas possession capped a 10-0 run by the Jayhawks, giving them a 13-8 lead after five minutes of play.

Published on March 16, 2008

Senior guad Russell Robinson tries to save the ball from going out of bounds. This was Robinson's only turnover of the game. The Jayhawks as a team turned the ball over seven times in the first half and 10 times in the game.

Published on March 16, 2008

Senior center Sasha Kaun takes the ball hard to the basket and draws a foul on Texas forward Connor Atchley. Kaun hit one of two from the free-throw line to bring the Jayhawks within two, 8-6.

Published on March 16, 2008

Junior guard Mario Chalmers rises up for a three-points over Texas guard Justin Mason during the opening minute of the game. Chalmers hit the shot to give Kansas a 3-0 start. Texas followed with an 8-0 run over the next two minutes.

Published on March 16, 2008

The Kansas bench celebrates as the Jayhawks finish off the sixth-seeded Aggies. Kansas will face Texas Sunday in the Big 12 championship. This year will be the third straight year the two have advanced to face one another in the championship game.

Published on March 15, 2008

Senior forward Darnell Jackson goes up for a shot over Texas A&M forward Joseph Jones during the first half. Kansas outscored the Aggies 42-18 in the paint for the game. But the Aggies out-rebounded the Hawks 35 to 25, including 16 offensive rebounds.

Published on March 15, 2008

Junior guard Mario Chalmers sails in uncontested for a slam during the first half. Kansas scored 20 points off of 13 A&M turnovers compared to just 10 points off seven Kansas turnovers for the Aggies.

Published on March 15, 2008

Freshman center Cole Aldrich and senior center Sasha Kaun try to keep Texas A&M forward Bryan Davis from the rim during the second half. Davis led the Aggies with 16 points and seven rebounds, including one amazing three-pointer off the backboard in the second half.

Published on March 15, 2008

Senior forward Darnell Jackson goes in for a basket during the second half. Jackson scored 14 points on 5-of-8 shooting in 27 minutes.

Published on March 15, 2008

Texas A&M forward Joseph Jones tries to block the shot, and view, of junior guard Brandon Rush on a drive to the basket during the second half. Kansas outscored A&M 43-37 in the second half and defeated the Aggies 77-71.

Published on March 15, 2008

Texas A&M coach hangs his head for a moment during the first half. Kansas led by eight, it's largest lead of the half, with 4:31 to go until the break. But the Aggies came back and tied the score at 34 going in to the locker room.

Published on March 15, 2008

Junior guard Mario Chalmers ducks under Texas A&M forward Chinemelu Elonu to get a reverse layup attempt off. Chalmers scored only four points in the game but had five assists, no turnovers and three steals. Kansas turned the ball over just seven times in the game.

Published on March 15, 2008

Sophomore guard Sherron Collins tries to weave through the Aggie defense to get a shot up as time runs down in the first half. Collins played 30 minutes off the bench, scoring nine points and dishing out four assists.

Published on March 15, 2008

Senior forward Darnell Jackson and sophomore guard Sherron Collins congratulate junior guard Brandon Rush after he hit a shot and drew a foul in the second half. Rush's career-high 28 led the Jayhawks over the Aggies 77-71.

Published on March 15, 2008

Junior guard Brandon Rush glides in for a dunk during the first half of the game. Rush finished with a career-high 28 points on 9-for-13 shooting from the floor, including 5-of-8 from three-point range.

Published on March 15, 2008

A Kansas fan makes his way down the stairs at the Sprint Center in Kansas City, Mo. This year is the first year Kansas City has hosted the Big 12 tournament at the Sprint Center.

Published on March 15, 2008

Senior forward Darnell Jackson stays down after a play in the second half. Kansas defeated Nebraska 64-54, outscoring the Huskers 42-27 in the second half.

Published on March 14, 2008

Kansas coach Bill Self yells instructions to the team during the second half of the game. Self and the Jayhawks improved to 29-3 overall with the victory and move on to the next round of the Big 12 tournament.

Published on March 14, 2008

Junior guard Brandon Rush goes in for a reverse layup during the second half of the game. Rush scored nine points and grabbed five boards in 35 minutes.

Published on March 14, 2008

Senior forward Darnell Jackson goes for a rebound during the second half against Nebraska's Ryan Anderson and Chris Balhan. Jackson finished with 12 points and nine rebounds in 24 minutes.

Published on March 14, 2008

Nebraska coach Doc Sadler argues a call with the game officials during the first half. The Jayhawks eliminated Sadler and his Cornhuskers from the Big 12 tournament with the victory.

Published on March 14, 2008

Sophomore forward Darrell Arthur celebrates during the second half Kansas's 64-54 victory over Nebraska. Arthur scored six points and grabbed five rebounds in the game.

Published on March 14, 2008

Sophomore guard Sherron Collins takes a glance up at the crowd before getting off the floor after drawing a foul and sinking a shot on a drive to the basket. Collins shot 4-of-6 from the floor and 4-of-5 from the free-throw line for 13 points.

Published on March 14, 2008

Senior guard Russell Robinson fights Nebraska guard Sek Henry for the ball during the first half. The Jayhawks forced seven Husker turnovers in the half, but scored no points off of them. Robinson recorded two steals and five assists in the game.

Published on March 14, 2008

Sophomore guard Sherron Collins hangs in the air to get a shot off over Nebraska center Aleks Maric during the second half. Collins hit the shot and drew a foul. He led the Jayhawks with 13 points in 22 minutes.

Published on March 14, 2008

Sophomore guard Sherron Collins celebrates after making a basket and drawing a foul during the second half. Kansas outscored Nebraska 42-27 in the second half.

Published on March 14, 2008

Sophomore forward Darrell Arthur and Nebraska guard Paul Velander go after a loose ball during the first half. Kansas trailed by five at the half. Nebraska scored 15 points off of 12 Kansas turnovers in the half. Kansas scored zero points off of seven Nebraska turnovers.

Published on March 14, 2008

Junior third baseman Val Chapple steps into her throw to first base after fielding a ground ball. Chapple threw her out at first and was 1-2 at the plate contributing one run during the Jayhawks 9-1 routing of the Sycamore’s Saturday afternoon.

Published on March 13, 2008

Whether students head to the beach or hang out here in Lawrence for
spring break, the basic safety measure should be kept in mind. Know your
alcoholic limit. Don't drink and drive. Always watch your drink; and if you
choose to participate in sexual behavior, use protection.

Published on March 13, 2008

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Published on March 13, 2008

A screen-shot from Call of Duty 4.

Published on March 13, 2008

KANSAN

Published on March 13, 2008

Freshman center Krysten Boogaard and sophomore guard Sade Morris collide while going for a rebound during the first half of Wednesday's game against Oklahoma State. Boogaard finished with 17 points but played just 21 minutes because of foul trouble.

Published on March 13, 2008

Felicia Alvarado’s homemade mulch.

Published on March 13, 2008

Landscapers beautify campus throughout the year.

Published on March 13, 2008

Ecoboutiquo sells clothing and accessories for the eco-conscious fashionista.

Published on March 13, 2008

Published on March 13, 2008

March marks the start of tornado season in Kansas.

Published on March 13, 2008

Kansas “E” Recycling sorts the products it receives, such as these computer cases, by type when storing them in its warehouse. Items like CRT monitors can contain as many as 7 lbs. of lead, so it’s important to recycle them.

Published on March 13, 2008

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Sophomore guard LaChelda Jacobs takes a shot over Oklahoma State defenders during the first half. Jacobs scored 15 points on 5-for-13 shooting and grabbed six rebounds in 40 minutes.

Published on March 13, 2008

Sophomore guard Danielle McCray gets ready to put up a shot during the first half of the game. McCray led the Jayhawks with 18 points and 12 rebounds in 37 minutes.

Published on March 13, 2008

The ball never falls far from the tee: In mini golf, it’s much easier to keep your eye on the ball, meaning fewer balls go to waste.

Published on March 13, 2008

Vegans and vegetarians sometimes turn to supplements to gain nutrients.

Published on March 13, 2008

From left, Eric Hyde, Michael Gillaspie and Jason Oruch are the vice presidential candidates for Student Senate this year. Hyde is running with Students for Liberty, Gillaspie is running with United Students and Oruch is running with Connect.

Published on March 13, 2008

Pharrell Williams of N.E.R.D.

Published on March 13, 2008

Sophomore guard Sade Morris drives the baseline during the first half. Morris led the Jayhawks in scoring with 17 the first time the Jayhawks and Cowgirls met this season. She scored four points and grabbed three rebounds this time around.

Published on March 12, 2008

Sophomore guard LaChelda Jacobs fights Oklahoma State forward Kristin Hernandez for a rebound during the first half. Jacobs played all 40 minutes, recording 15 points and six rebounds.

Published on March 12, 2008

Sophomore guard Kelly Kohn takes contact by a Nebraska defender on her way to the basket during the first half of Tuesday's game against Nebraska. Kohn came off the bench and scored 11 points on 4-for-6 shooting, including 2-of-4 from three-point range, in 16 minutes. Kansas defeated Nebraska 73-67 in the first round of the Big 12 tournament.

Published on March 12, 2008

Brian Van Horn, Overland Park sophomore, goes in for the layup during last nights champioship game at Allen Fieldhouse. The Phi Delt 1 won 38-35.

Published on March 12, 2008

The KJHK shack, located on 11th St., is an old building that no longer adequately fits the needs for the student radio station. The building barely has space for the numerous amounts of CDs and Albums that the station owns and is not handicap accessible.

Published on March 12, 2008

Sophomore guard Sade Morris takes the ball to the basket during Kansas's game against Nebraska. Morris finished with 13 points, six assists, two blocks and three steals in 36 minutes. The Jayhawks won the game despite turning the ball over 24 times.

Published on March 12, 2008

Jun Kuribayashi, (left) a Lawrence native and KU graduate, poses with his dance company, Pilobolus. Kuribayashi returns to Lawrence tonight as Pilobolus performs at the Lied Center at 7:30 p.m.

Published on March 12, 2008

Sophomore guard Kelly Kohn and junior guard Katie Smith celebrate with the rest of the Jayhawks following their 73-67 victory over Nebraska Tuesday night at the Municipal Auditorium in Kansas City, Mo. The Jayhawks advance to the second round of the Big 12 tournament. They face Oklahoma State tonight.

Published on March 12, 2008

Tuesday's home run sluggers, senior John Allman (3), and senior Erik Morrison high-five eachother after the second home run of the day hit by Morrison. The Jayhawk's defeated Tabor College 8-1 Tuesday afternoon at Hoglund Ballpark.

Published on March 11, 2008

Freshman shortstop Zach Thoma throws to first base for an out Tuesday afternoon against Tabor College. The Jayhawk's defeated Tabor 8-1 at Hoglund Ballpark, pushing their season record to 9-5.

Published on March 11, 2008

Sophomore second baseman Robby Price cuts off a ground ball hit up the middle of the infield Tuesday afternoon against Tabor College. Price threw the hitter out at first, helping push the Jayhawk's to a 9-5 overall record after winning 8-1 at Hoglund Ballpark.

Published on March 11, 2008

Senior left fielder John Allman dives back into first base safely Tuesday afternoon after getting a hit. Allman went two for two hitting, scored two runs, and contributed three RBI, two of which came off a first inning home run. The Jayhawk's defeated Tabor College 8-1.

Published on March 11, 2008

Junior center fielder Nick Faunce slides into second attempting to break up a double play. The Jayhawk's defeated Tabor 8-1 Tuesday afternoon at Hoglund Ballpark, propelling them to a 9-5 season record.

Published on March 11, 2008

Junior center fielder Nick Faunce lays down a bunt that landed him on first base. Faunce was driven in off a two run shot by John Allman. Faunce finished the game 1 for 2 at the plate, contributing one run in the Jayhawk's 8-1 victory over Tabor College Tuesday afternoon.

Published on March 11, 2008

Sophomore second baseman Robby Price fields a ground ball Tuesday afternoon. The Jayhawk's defeated Tabor College 8-1 at Hoglund Ballpark, pushing them to a 9-5 overall record.

Published on March 11, 2008

Junior Preston Land slides into third base safely after Ryne Price's single to right field. Kansas defeated North Dakota State University 4-3 in extra innings after Price drove in the winning run.

Published on March 11, 2008

Freshman Center Krysten Boogard fights for the shot against Creighton at Allen Fieldhouse on Nov. 27. The Jayhawks beat the Bluejays 91-56.

Published on March 11, 2008

James Roberts and Bridey Maidhof, Overland Park seniors, plan on traveling to Topeka today to express their concern about energy production in Kansas. The two estimated several hundred protesters from around Kansas would show up to protest the constuction of a coal plant in western Texas.

Published on March 11, 2008

Darrell Arthur, sophomore forward, shoots against Kevin Rogers, Baylor forward, Saturday night at Allen Fieldhouse. Arthur scored 23 of the 100 points that the Jayhawks made to win the game.

Published on March 11, 2008

Members of Beta Theta Pi and Chi Omega perform a song during their skit "Welcome to Tune Town" Saturday during Rock Chalk Revue at the Lied Center. The group was awarded "Best of Show" for the performance.

Published on March 10, 2008

Riley Voth as Calvin Hayes stands alone among the buildings of New York City during the skit "Singin' in the City". Voth played an aspiring musician from Kansas who came to the Big Apple to make it as a performer.

Published on March 10, 2008

Elizabeth Elliot stars as a New York City musical agent named Terri Jones in Pi Beta Phi and Delta Upsilon's skit "Singin' in the City". Rock Chalk Revue officials estimated that around $40,000 from the proceeds will be donated to United Way.

Published on March 10, 2008

Senior outfielder John Allman successfully steals second base Saturday afternoon against North Dakota State University. The Jayhawks defeated the Bison 4-3 after going to extra innings.

Published on March 9, 2008

Senior shortstop Erik Morrison throws the ball to first base after fielding a ground ball. Morrison threw the runner out at first base in Kansas' 4-3 extra innings victory over the Bison Saturday afternoon at Hoglund Ballpark.

Published on March 9, 2008

Sophomore pitcher Shaeffer Hall throws to first attempting to pick off a North Dakota State baserunner. Hall finished with eight strikeouts in five innings Saturday in Kansas' 4-3 extra innings victory.

Published on March 9, 2008

Senior catcher Ryne Price comes out to the mound to have a talk with starting pitcher Schaeffer Hall. Hall finished with eight strikeouts in five innings in Kansas' 4-3 extra innings victory over North Dakota State University Saturday afternoon.

Published on March 9, 2008

Freshman designated hitter Jimmy Waters dives back into first base safely after being walked. Kansas won 4-3 Saturday afternoon against North Dakota State University in extra innings. Senior Ryne Price drove in the winning run in the bottom of the 10th inning.

Published on March 9, 2008

Published on March 9, 2008

Rowing Coach Rob Catloth, far right, along with the team captains, KU administration and community members, helps in the ceremonial ground beaking for the rowing boathouse at Burcham Park, Indiana and 2nd Streets, on Friday. The 16,000-square-foot, two-story boathouse will hold 35 boats, locker rooms, training facilities and a boat-repair area when it's completed in the Fall 2008 semester.

Published on March 9, 2008

Sophomore quarterback Todd Reesing looks back at his teammates during team introductions at the start of the football celebration Saturday night at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on March 9, 2008

Alex Salamat blows a kiss to the audience during the skit, "A Write to Love" Saturday night for this year's Rock Chalk Revue. Salamat's character, Steve, is just a piece of the puzzle when a love letter floats from hand to hand, and everyone assumes the letter is written for them.

Published on March 9, 2008

Members of Beta Theta Pi and Chi Omega perform their skit "Welcome to Tune Town" during Rock Chalk Revue. The skit was about a couple whose car broke down outside a town where the inhabitants behave as though they are characters in a musical.

Published on March 9, 2008

Members of Pi Beta Thi and Delta Upsilon, including Dan Torson as Bruce Derek Brown, perform their skit “Singin’ in the City” during the Rock Chalk Revue. The skit was about a wanna-be musician from Kansas who moved to New York City to make it as a performer.

Published on March 9, 2008

Senior forward Darnell Jackson and sophomore forward Darrell Arthur hug after Kansas's victory against Texas A&M at Reed Arena in College Station, Texas. The game was the last of the regular season and the victory meant that Kansas secured at least a share of the Big 12 title.

Published on March 9, 2008

Freshman guard Chakeitha Weldon leads her fellow Jayhawks in a chant before Wednesday's game against Kansas State. Weldon has emerged as a team leader this season despite being a freshman.

Published on March 9, 2008

A Christmas ornament and a pop bottle beside Potter Lake, March 9, 2008.

Published on March 9, 2008

Junior Edina Horvath returns a shot from a New Mexico opponent Sunday at First Serve tennis. Horvath and her partner, Elizaveta Avdeeva defeated New Mexico 8-5 in their doubles match.

Published on March 9, 2008

Senior Elizaveta Avdeeva stretches out to return a shot from a New Mexico player. Avdeeva and her partner, Edina Horvath won their match 8-5 Sunday at First Serve tennis.

Published on March 9, 2008

Senior Elizaveta Avdeeva pumps her hand in victory after defeating New Mexico in a doubles match. Avdeeva and her partner, Edina Horvath won 8-5 Sunday at First Serve tennis.

Published on March 9, 2008

Doubles partners Magdalena Tokarczyk (left) and Yuliana Svistun shake hands after winning their match 8-5.

Published on March 9, 2008

Junior midfielder Sara Rodgers tries to get a touch past a Missouri State defender but was tackled on the play. Kansas lost 1-0 in their first spring game of the season Saturday afternoon.

Published on March 9, 2008

Junior midfielder Missy Geha protects the ball from a Missouri State defender. Kansas lost 1-0 in their first spring game of the season Saturday afternoon.

Published on March 9, 2008

Senior forward Darnell Jackson cheers after a score. Jackson fouled out of the game after committing his fifth personal foul with about four minutes left to play.

Published on March 8, 2008

Sophomore forward Darrell Arthur dunks the ball during the second half. Arthur was one of the high scorers of the game with 16 points.

Published on March 8, 2008

Sophomore forward Darrell Arthur fights for the tie-up.

Published on March 8, 2008

Junior guard Mario Chalmers shoots over Texas A&M forward Joseph Jones and scores two points during the first half of the Kansas-Texas A&M game at Reed Arena in College Station, Texas. Chalmers and sophomore forward Darrell Arthur scored 16 points each, the game high.

Published on March 8, 2008

Alex Straus, Topeka senior, pumps gas at Kwik Shop, 845 Mississippi St, Lawrence, before going to work on Thursday evening. "I'm a deliver driver, so I really hurt," Straus said about gas prices. "It cuts down my wage."

Published on March 6, 2008

(from left) Johnathan Wilson, Paola sophomore, and Justin Meier, Pastor of River City Church, sit outside the latest addition of Meier's homeless shelter program called the New Direction House. Located at 2245 Rhode Island, the New Direction House has four bedrooms and the program can take care of four to six families. Meier's program is 18 months long and focuses on teaching the families it shelters vocational skills, budgeting and domestic skills.

Published on March 6, 2008

Second baseman, Robby Price drops the ball after completing a forced out on second Wednesday afternoon against the Le Moyne dolphins. The Jayhawk victory came with the help of Price driving in seven of the 13 runs against Le Moyne's two runs. KU will play North Dakota State today at 3 p.m. at Hoglund Ballpark.

Published on March 6, 2008

Retired major Joe Fox demonstrates a L.I.N.E. manuever for AFROTC students Tuesday afternoon at Robinson Gymnasium. L.I.N.E. is a system of hand-to-hand combat manuevers intended for self defense.

Published on March 6, 2008

Senior forward Jamie Boyd, senior forward Taylor McIntosh, sophomore guard Sade Morris, sophomore guard LaChelda Jacobs, and sophomore forward and guard Danielle McCray watch their pre-game video reel before they play their last game at Allen Fieldhouse for the season Wednesday night. Seniors Boyd and McIntosh were honored after the game for their four years of dedication to the team.

Published on March 6, 2008

Sophomore guard LaChelda Jacobs fights for the shot against the Wildcats Wednesday night at Allen Fieldhouse. The Jayhawks lost 61-50.

Published on March 6, 2008

Sophomore guard LaChelda Jacobs holds her head in her hands as Wednesday's game against Kansas State comes to an end. Jacobs scored the last five Kansas points and brought the Hawks within two, 52-50 with just over four minutes to go. Jacobs finished with 14 points in 36 minutes.

Published on March 6, 2008

Sophomore guard Danielle McCray rushes to the basket against K-State forward Ashley Sweat Wednesday night at Allen Fieldhouse. McCray played for a total of 32 minutes of the game and scored 17 points.

Published on March 6, 2008

Sophomore guard LaChelda Jacobs converts on a layup and draws a foul with 4:59 left in the second half. Jacobs hit the free-throw to bring the Jayhawks within four, 52-48. Kansas State outscored Kansas after that 9-2.

Published on March 6, 2008

Sophomore forward and guard Danielle McCray keeps the ball from K-State guards Kimberly Dietz, left, and Shalee Lehning, right. McCray scored 17 of the 50 points that the Jayhawks scored against the Wildcats at Allen Fieldhouse Wednesday night. The Wildcats beat the Jayhawks 61-50.

Published on March 6, 2008

Freshman center Krysten Boogaard gets her shot blocked by a Kansas State defender during the second half. Boogaard scored just five points and grabbed one rebound during the 61-50 loss.

Published on March 6, 2008

Senior forward Taylor McIntosh and freshman center Krysten Boogaard look on as Kansas State forward Shana Wheeler tries to save the ball from going out of bounds during the first half. Kansas trailed by four at the break despite shooting just 10-26 from the floor.

Published on March 6, 2008

Kansas coach Bonnie Henrickson yells instructions to her team during the second half. Henrickson's Hawks dropped to 4-12 in the Big 12 and 15-14 overall with the loss.

Published on March 6, 2008

Le Moyne thirdbaseman Crawford steals third base at the top of the first inning. Le Moyne had two hits during the first inning, but left two players on bases after a fly ball was caught in right field. By the bottom of the third inning, Kansas led 10-0.

Published on March 6, 2008

Connie Minowa paints her piece on stage during her husband's set.

Published on March 6, 2008

Craig Minowa sings while Frid helps out with the music.

Published on March 6, 2008

Craig Minowa sings the lead in his song "Take Your Medicine."

Published on March 6, 2008

Painter West's work is starting to take shape.

Published on March 6, 2008

Healing Moon Soaps sells seven varieties of soap, plus lip balm, bath salts and room sprays. Sacerdote makes gift packs to sell on her Web site.

Published on March 6, 2008

To streamline the process of coloring her soaps, Marysa Sacerdote mixes clay pigments and botanicals with olive oil and stores the mixture in jars. The olive oil helps release the color in the botanicals.

Published on March 6, 2008

Violinist Shannon Frid prepares for the show.

Published on March 6, 2008

Painter Scott West's shadow falls on his empty canvass just as Cloud Cult's show starts.

Published on March 6, 2008

Erica Heiden and Brandon Froelich

Published on March 6, 2008

An example of pinning and basting.

Published on March 6, 2008

Allen Guinn, Boo and Boo Too guitarist, jams at the Eight Street Tap Room on Feb. 28. The band played after The Umbros, a band from Columbia, Mo., opened for them.

Published on March 6, 2008

Students enjoy participating in study abroad activities. The EU Atlantis program is a joint effort between two American and two European universities. It is funded by the federal FIPSE program.

Published on March 6, 2008

Drew Gibson, Neadbille, Mo., guitarist, Barret Emke, Prairie Village senior, Guaraz Bashyakarla, Wichita senior, Derrick Solsberg, Kansas City, Mo., bass guitarist, and Allen Guinn, Lee’s Summit, Mo., guitarist, stand in front of their equipment after playing a show at the Eighth Street Tap Room on Feb. 28. All five are members of Boo and Boo Too, a local indie-rock band.

Published on March 6, 2008

Le Moyne thirdbaseman Stephan Crawford steals third base at the top of the first inning. Le Moyne had two hits during the first inning, but left two players on bases after a fly ball was caught in right field. By the bottom of the third inning, Kansas led 10-0.

Published on March 6, 2008

White Owl, a Lawrence resident, cheers "we will rain on you" during the home opening game Wednesday afternoon. Owl attends as many sporting events as he can and calls himself the adopted mascot. "I love it," said Owl of the University of Kansas.

Published on March 6, 2008

Published on March 6, 2008

Senior forward Jamie Boyd hugs Trena Anderson, director of basketball operations, during a ceremony for the seniors following Kansas' 61-50 loss to Kansas State Wednesday night. Boyd and senior forward Taylor McIntosh were honored after playing their final game at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on March 6, 2008

Sophomore guard LaChelda Jacobs holds her head in her hands as Wednesday's game against Kansas State comes to an end. Jacobs scored the last five Kansas points and brought the Hawks within two, 52-50 with just more than four minutes to go. Jacobs finished with 14 points in 36 minutes.

Published on March 6, 2008

Cellist Sarah Young helps out with the vocals.

Published on March 6, 2008

Scott West puts some finishing touches on his painting.

Published on March 6, 2008

Stephanie Meehan is riding across the country to raise awareness for affordable housing. She has to do fundraising and train to bike. Meehan said she liked to train on the bike paths between Southwind Plaza and Clinton Lake.

Published on March 6, 2008

Joey Enos, Damon Harris and Zac Hewitt make up the San Francisco-based band Chow Nasty. They will be performing Monday at the Replay Lounge, marking their first show in Kansas

Published on March 6, 2008

In addition to being the provost, Richard Lariviere speaks three languages, has published three books in Sanskrit and has taken annual trips to India

Published on March 6, 2008

Senior forward Jamie Boyd has been an asset to the team during her four years as a Jayhawk. "She's one of the most unselfish kids I've ever coached," Bonnie Henrickson said.

Published on March 5, 2008

(from left) Brett Balocca, Columbus, Kan. senior, and Doug Seek, Leawood senior prepare for spring break by "fake-baking" Saturday afternoon at Ultimate Tan. "We're getting our tan ready for Padre," said Balocca. The two seniors try to tan at least three times a week.

Published on March 5, 2008

The Student Recreation Fitness Center parking lot is one problem area for students trying to find parking spots during school hours. The KU parking commission will vote next week to determine if increasing the price of parking permits, while decreasing the price of Park and Ride permits, will fix the problem.

Published on March 5, 2008

Pi Kapp's Drew Albers, Northfield, Minn. junior, tries to work his way around Phi Delt 1's J.D. Christie, Shawnee Mission sophomore, during yesterday afternoons intramural game. Phi Delt 1 defeated Pi Kapp 56-46.

Published on March 5, 2008

Max Ward, Leawood sophomore, aims for a free throw during the final minutes of last nights intramural game at the Student Rcreation Fitness Center

Published on March 5, 2008

From left, Overland Park sophomores, Gina, Cate, Crystle, Bethany and Sarah are part of the show "High School Confidential".

Published on March 5, 2008

Published on March 5, 2008

Seniors Jamie Boyd and Taylor McIntosh during women's basketball game at Kansas State, Feb. 9, 2008

Published on March 5, 2008

(from left) Brett Balocca, Columbus, Kan. senior, and Doug Seek, Leawood senior prepare for spring break by "fake-baking" Saturday afternoon at Ultimate Tan. "We're getting our tan ready for Padre," said Balocca. The two seniors try to tan at least three times a week.

Published on March 5, 2008

Freshman center Cole Aldrich takes a shot during the second half. Aldrich scored 11 points and had 11 rebounds in 17 minutes of play.

Published on March 4, 2008

Senior forward Darnell Jackson celebrates with freshman center Cole Aldrich after Aldrich throws down a dunk in the first half. Jackson scored 10 points and grabbed nine boards in his final game at Phog Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on March 4, 2008

Senior guard Russell Robinson battles Texas Tech guard John Roberson for possession in the Tech backcourt during the first half. The Red Raiders kept control of the ball on the scramble. But officials whistled them for a 10-second violation. Robinson scored 15 points on perfect 5-for-5 shooting from the floor and 2-of-2 from the free-throw line.

Published on March 4, 2008

Sophomore forward Darrell Arthur blocks Texas Tech center Esmir Rizvic during the first half.

Published on March 4, 2008

Senior guard Jeremy Case with his parents before Monday's senior night game against Texas Tech.

Published on March 4, 2008

Sophomore guard Sherron Collins takes the ball to the basket during the first half. Collins finished with 13 points in 20 minutes.

Published on March 4, 2008

Sophomore forward Darrell Arthur yells after throwing down an alley-oop dunk from Mario Chalmers just before the end of the first half. Arthur finished with nine boards and six points in 19 minutes.

Published on March 4, 2008

Michael Murray, astrophysics professor, says that religion and physics are intertwined. The responsibility that science, especially nuclear science, holds sparked his interest in the relationship between religion and physics.

Published on March 4, 2008

Scott Innes (right), dances with Emily Shepard after being crowned Freshman Sweetheart Prince in 2002. The Miami Triad benefit concert is in memory of Innes, who died of cancer in January of 2004.

Published on March 4, 2008

Contributed photo

Published on March 4, 2008

Sophomore high jumper Kelsey Erb clears the bar during a jump attempt at the Kansas Invitational Jan. 19, 2008.

Published on March 4, 2008

Sophomore forward Darrell Arthur yells after slamming down an alley-oop dunk from Mario Chalmers as the first half comes to an end. Arthur finished the first half with six points and five boards.

Published on March 3, 2008

Senior forward Darnell Jackson celebrates with freshman center Cole Aldrich after Aldrich threw a dunk down during the first half of Monday's game against Texas Tech at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on March 3, 2008

Sophomore guard LaChelda Jacobs tries to defend Iowa St. guard Allison Lacey in Kansas' 51-42 loss Saturday afternoon. Lacey led all scorers with 19 points and hit several key shots late in the shot clock.

Published on March 2, 2008

A Kansas cheerleader runs the Jayhawk flag behind the ESPN College Gameday set during the taping of the show in Allen Fieldhouse Saturday morning.

Published on March 2, 2008

Sophomore guard LaChelda Jacobs and senior forward Taylor McIntosh try and work a pick-and-roll in Kansas' game Saturday afternoon. The Jayhawks fell to the Cyclones, 51-42.

Published on March 2, 2008

Gale Sayers, former KU football player and NFL hall of famer, signs copies of his new book at Oread Books in the Kansas Union on Saturday, March 1. Sayers' book sales will help fund the Gale Sayers Center, which will open this Fall. The Center is an after-school activity facility for 8-to-12-year-olds.

Published on March 2, 2008

Members of the Alpha Epsilon Pi fraternity house showed up with JAYHAWKS! painted across their chests to show their support.

Published on March 2, 2008

Junior guard Mario Chalmers flies past K-State guard Jacob Pullen during the first half. Chalmers had three points and one assist in Saturday's game.

Published on March 1, 2008

A fan in the student section holds up a sign referencing K-State freshman forward Michael Beasley's comment that K-State could beat Kansas anywhere. Another sign refers to K-State's one win in 24 years against Kansas.

Published on March 1, 2008

Sophomore forward Darrell Arthur tries to draw a charge on Kansas State forward Michael Beasley during the first half. Refs whistled Arthur for a block on the play. Beasley put up 39 points in the game. No other Wildcat scored in double figures.

Published on March 1, 2008

"R.I.P. Allen Stewart" is written across senior guard Rodrick Stewart's shoes. Allen, Stewart's cousin and adopted brother, was shot and killed last month in Seattle.

Published on March 1, 2008

Sophomore forward Darrell Arthur and senior guard Rodrick Stewart joke around on the bench as the clock runs out in the game. Arthur hit 5-of-10 shots for 10 points in the game. Stewart grabbed three offensive rebounds, dished out two assists and made one steal in just nine minutes of playing time.

Published on March 1, 2008

Kansas coach Bill Self questions a call during the fist half of the game. Self and the Jayhawks improved to 11-3 in the Big 12 with the 88-74 victory. "Everything was good today," Self said after the game. "Texas getting beat didn't hurt our feelings much." Texas lost to Texas Tech in Lubbock, Texas and fell to 11-3 in the conference.

Published on March 1, 2008

Junior guard Brandon Rush dishes the ball off on a drive to the hoop during the second half. Rush led the Jayhawks in scoring, finishing with 21 points on 7-for-16 shooting, including 5-of-9 from three-point range.

Published on March 1, 2008

Senior center Sasha Kaun defends a drive to the basket by Kansas State forward Andre Gilbert during the first half. Kaun and the rest of the Jayhawks held the Wildcats to 29 points in the first half on 34.8 percent shooting from the field. Kaun finished with nine points and seven boards in 20 minutes.

Published on March 1, 2008