Joe Mortensen tackles a Minnesota player during the Insight Bowl. Mortensen made All-Big 12 first team in 2007. Published on August 31, 2009 |
A moped is chained to the bike rack among rows of bicycles in front of Ellsworth Hall. The KU Parking Department has revised its moped parking policy for the 2010 school year. Students will no longer be able to park their mopeds at bicycle racks. Published on August 31, 2009 |
A new group has formed to promote horror films on campus and is hoping to become an official University organization. The group is still looking for a faculty sponsor. Published on August 31, 2009 |
Contributed photo. Facilities Operations employee, Don Claus, student volunteers, Jason Hering, Hutchinson senior, Kimberly Hernandez, Hutchinson senior, and Matt Nahrstedt, St. Louis junior, and Kansas Biological Survey employees, Paul Liechti, Jerry deNoyelles, Scott Campbell prepare to place aeration units at the bottom of Potter Lake on Tuesday, Aug. 25. Members of The Potter Lake Project purchased three aerators, which now lay on the bottom of the lake floor and add oxygen to water, in the hopes of preventing further fish deaths. Published on August 31, 2009 |
Published on August 31, 2009 |
Greg Enemy, a local Lawrence rapper, performs in front of the Kansas Union Friday for the Student Union Activities' "Tunes at Noon" event, which is held every Friday from 12p.m. - 1p.m. Samples of Enemy's songs can be found at http://www.myspace.com/gregenemy. Published on August 31, 2009 |
A time-lapse photo showing the "Blast" ride Saturday night at the Student Union Activities' annual carnival event. Published on August 31, 2009 |
A contestant decides which plastic duck to choose at the "Duck Pond" game Saturday night at the Student Union Activities' annual carnival event. Attendance reached about 2,500 for the event, which was free to KU students with a valid student ID. Published on August 31, 2009 |
A time-lapse photo showing both Ferris wheels Saturday night at the Student Union Activities' annual carnival event. Published on August 31, 2009 |
Contestants choose a prize at the "Duck Pond" game Saturday night at the Student Union Activities' annual carnival event. Attendance reached about 2,500 for the event, which was free to KU students with a valid student ID. Published on August 31, 2009 |
James Levy, Prairie Village, KS senior, throws darts at balloons in hopes of winning a prize Saturday night at the Student Union Activities' annual carnival event. Attendance reached about 2,500 for the event, which was free to KU students with a valid student ID. Published on August 31, 2009 |
Students hang on tight during a ride Saturday night at the Student Union Activities' annual carnival event. Attendance reached about 2,500 for the event, which was free to KU students with a valid student ID. Published on August 31, 2009 |
Elizabeth Najim, Wichita freshman, left, shares a laugh with her friend, Sarah Hertzler, Wichita freshman, while getting their picture taken in a photo booth Saturday night at the Student Union Activities' annual carnival event. Attendance reached about 2,500 for the event, which was free to KU students with a valid student ID. Published on August 31, 2009 |
Students compete against against each other in a horse racing game Saturday night at the Student Union Activities' annual carnival event. Attendance reached about 2,500 for the event, which was free to KU students with a valid student ID. Published on August 31, 2009 |
Students hang on tight during a ride Saturday night at the Student Union Activitie's annual carnival event. Attendance reached about 2,500 for the event, which was free to KU students with a valid student ID. Published on August 31, 2009 |
Students compete against against each other in a horse racing game Saturday night at the Student Union Activities' annual carnival event. Attendance reached about 2,500 for the event, which was free to KU students with a valid student ID. Published on August 31, 2009 |
Junior midfielder Monica Dolinsky hits a penalty kick for Kansas' first goal against the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dolinsky contributed one assist in Kansas' 5-2 victory. Published on August 30, 2009 |
Don Bryant, co-owner of Jefferson Hill Farm and Winery in McLouth sells goods at the Lawrence farmer's Saturday morning. Bryant responded to Kathleen Sebielius' apology with a letter asking for local vineyards the ability to sell wine at farmer's markets. Published on August 30, 2009 |
Senior middle blocker Paige Mazour elevates for a slam at the net Saturday night. Kansas defeated the Alumni 3-0 in the annual pre season matchup. Published on August 30, 2009 |
KU freshman Thomas Robinson is ready for the 2009-2010 basketball season. The Jayhawks will likely go into the season as the top-ranked team in the nation. Much of that is attributed to the new recruits. Published on August 30, 2009 |
Yan Zhang, China sophomore, competes against his friends at a horse racing game Saturday night at the Student Union Activities' annual carnival event. Attendance reached around 2500 for the event, which was free to KU students with a valid student ID. Published on August 30, 2009 |
Swine Flu leads to caution at Watkins Student Health Center. Published on August 30, 2009 |
Swine Flu leads to caution at Watkins Student Health Center. Published on August 30, 2009 |
Swine Flu leads to caution at Watkins Student Health Center. Published on August 30, 2009 |
Quarterback, Todd Reesing, Austin, TX senior, throws the ball to a teammate during the open practice on Wednesday. Last season Ressing completed 66.5 percent of his throws for 3,888 yards and 32 touchdowns. Published on August 28, 2009 |
The cheerleaders performed at the open practice for the football team on Wednesday August 26. Published on August 28, 2009 |
Head coach Mark Mangino watches over offensive lineman Jeremiah Hatch, Dallas, TX sophomore, during a blocking drill at an open practice on Wednesday. That Jayhawks have their home opener on September 5 against Northern Colorado. Published on August 28, 2009 |
Sal Capra, Kansas City, MO junior, left, Jeff Spikes, Painesville, OH sophomore, middle, and Time Biere, Omaha, NE sophomore, right, do a blocking drill in the open practice on Wednesday. Published on August 28, 2009 |
Offensive linemen, Jeremiah Hatch, Dallas TX sophomore, on the right and Sal Capra, Kansas City, MO junior, go through blocking drills at the open practice on Wednesday. The Jayhawks opener is on September 5th against Northern Colorado. Published on August 28, 2009 |
Published on August 27, 2009 |
A panoramic view of the new practice facility for Kansas basketball is seen. Wednesday afternoon, members of the media were invited to the facility. Published on August 27, 2009 |
The new practice facility for Kansas basketball is seen Wednesday afternoon as several members of the women's basketball team worked out. Published on August 27, 2009 |
Members of the volleyball team gather after a point in the annual alumni game. Kansas won 3-0. The volleyball team is coming off its third straight losing season and will start their new season this Friday at the Middle Tennessee Invitational. Published on August 27, 2009 |
Features of the new facility include two second floor balconies connected to the offices of women's head coach Bonnie Henrickson and men's head coach Bill Self. Seen here is the view from Henrickson's balcony. Published on August 27, 2009 |
Junior center Krysten Boogaard answers questions from the media Wednesday afternoon in Kansas basketball's new practice facility. Several memebers of the women's basketball team were on hand Wednesday while the media were allowed to tour the new gym. Published on August 27, 2009 |
Freshman forward Carolyn Davis posts up senior forward Porscha Weddington Wednesday afternoon. Published on August 27, 2009 |
Five banners hang along the south wall commemorating Kansas' five national championships in men's basketball. The new facility is part of a $42 million renovation project making improvements to Allen Fieldhouse, Anschutz Pavillon and the Wagnon Student Athlete Center. Published on August 27, 2009 |
Senior forward Porscha Weddington tells the media of her reaction to the new practice facility. The media was given access to the facility Wednesday afternoon. Published on August 27, 2009 |
Women's head basketball coach Bonnie Henrickson speaks to the media on Wednesday afternoon at Kansas basketball's new practice facility. Henrickson noted that she liked hearing basketballs bounce all day while in her office. Published on August 27, 2009 |
Women's head basketball coach Bonnie Henrickson speaks to the media on Wednesday afternoon at Kansas basketball's new practice facility. Henrickson noted that she liked hearing basketballs bounce all day while in her office. Published on August 27, 2009 |
At one end of the floor hangs the center court section of floor from the 2008 NCAA Final Four. The floor was purchased by Kansas Athletics after the Jayhawks won the 2008 NCAA National Championship. Published on August 27, 2009 |
The new facility provides a total of a one and a half courts for use. This allows for a full court game to occur while still leaving a goal open for use by other players. Published on August 27, 2009 |
Both men's and women's basketball players are already taking advantage of their new digs, participating in pick-up games and voluntary workouts in small groups. Official practices can begin in October. Published on August 27, 2009 |
Kansas basketball's new practice facility was open to the media on Wednesday afternoon. The facility is connected to the west side of Allen Fieldhouse, providing a state of the art space for both the men's and women's basketball teams. Published on August 27, 2009 |
The Student Housing department began its renovation project of Towers A and D of the Jayhawker Towers in March. Tower A opened in August. One goal the department wanted to accomplish was to “lighten and brighten” the apartments by changing lighting placement and the colors of the walls. Published on August 27, 2009 |
Coach Mark Mangino watches over offensive lineman Jeremiah Hatch, Dallas sophomore, during a blocking drill at an open practice on Wednesday. Hatch will transition to a different role for the team this year. The Jayhawks have their home opener on Sept. 5 against Northern Colorado Published on August 27, 2009 |
Tower A of Jayhawker Towers underwent an $8 million renovation this summer. The tower opened in August in order to accomodate student athletes, at a request from the Athletics Department and men’s basketball coach Bill Self. The renovation project includes the renovation of Tower D. Published on August 27, 2009 |
Dena Hodges, JCCC junior, Lawrence, frequently trades in clothes for cash or store credit at Arizona Trading Company, located 736 Massachusetts St. “I come here two to three times every two weeks,” Hodges said. ATC is one of the many places around town where customers can turn used items into cash. Published on August 27, 2009 |
Margaret Tran, Derby senior, and Cindy Vu, Wichita sophomore, pick carrots in the Campus Garden Thursday afternoon. Vu and Tran are both coordinators of the EARTH Garden Party which will be held on Sunday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m Published on August 27, 2009 |
Jon Griffith, Leavonworth senior, and Grant Smith, Salina junior, take down contact information for incoming freshman at the Campus Crusade barbecue Monday. The barbecue gave new students an opportunity to get involved before the semester starts. Campus Crusade for Christ also informs freshman of their group through helping them move into the residence halls. Published on August 27, 2009 |
Published on August 27, 2009 |
Margaret Tran, Derby senior, and Cindy Vu, Wichita sophomore, pick carrots in the EARTH Campus Garden Thursday afternoon. Vu and Tran are both coordinators of the EARTH Garden Party which will be held on Sunday afternoon from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Published on August 27, 2009 |
Cindy Vu, Wichita sophomore, and Margaret Tran, Derby senior, pick basil in the EARTH Campus Garden Thursday afternoon. Vu and Tran are both coordinators of the EARTH Garden Party which will be held on Sunday afternoon from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Published on August 27, 2009 |
Kansan file photo. Then junior quarterback Todd Reesing (5) hands the ball off to then junior running back Jake Sharp (5) during the Colorado game of the 2008 season. On the field, Sharp has been known by his teammates to have a quick step, which has landed him a starting position on the team. Published on August 27, 2009 |
Contributed photo. KU crew team members train. The new boathouse has the team to receive more inquiries about joining. Published on August 26, 2009 |
Senior defender Estelle Johnson and midfielder Monica Dolinsky (right) answer questions from the media Wednesday at Hadl Auditorium. Dolinsky is expected to lead the midfield, which is starting two freshmen this year. Published on August 26, 2009 |
Contributed photo. This is an artist's rendering of the terrace and observation deck, found on the fifth floor. Published on August 26, 2009 |
Contributed photo. This is an artist's rendering of a suite in The Oread. The hotel will have 100 rooms for guests. Published on August 26, 2009 |
Contributed photo. This is an artist's rendering of a banquet on the first floor. Published on August 26, 2009 |
More funding has been allocated for the textile department in the art and design school. The extra funding will help make it possible for students to tools like looms and screen printers. Published on August 26, 2009 |
Junior defensive end Jake Laptad breaks through to the Colorado quarterback for a safety during the 2008 regular season. A defensive end's job is to rush the quaterback on passing plays. Published on August 25, 2009 |
KU professor Burdett Loomis chats on one of his speaking trips. Loomis said that the global interest in Barack Obama’s presidential run had been the main topic of his presentations. Published on August 25, 2009 |
Runners compete at a cross country meet held at Rim Rock Farm north of Lawrence. Rim Rock is the Kansas team's home course and hosts several events each season. Published on August 25, 2009 |
Rowers race Texas and Kansas State in the Big 12 Championship at Wyandotte County Lake May 2. Kansas took third place while Texas took first and K-State took second. Oklahoma placed fourth. Published on August 25, 2009 |
This untitled photograph by Carl Fischer is one of many works from a variety of mediums at the xy exhibition at the Spencer Museum of Art. The gallery, which explores the sense of the male gender, will be open until Oct. 5. Published on August 25, 2009 |
A dead bed bug is magnified by a microscope while being studied at the Watkins Health Services Lab. Students need to be aware of possible contact with the parasite, especially when living in dorms. Published on August 25, 2009 |
A bronze patina sculpture, "The Sluggard," by Frederic Leighton, stands foreground to a synopsis of the xy exhibition. The gallery, which explores the sense of the male gender, will be open until Oct. 5 at the Spencer Museum of Art. Published on August 25, 2009 |
Students enter a Budig lecture auditorium Monday afternoon. The Campus Litter Reduction Campaign program from KU Recycle has designated recycling bins in high-traffic halls such as Budig, Wescoe and Snow to reduce on campus waste. Published on August 25, 2009 |
Kansan File Photo Junior cornerback Chris Harris intercepts a pass during the Oct. 13, 2007, game against Baylor in Lawrence. Harris intercepted two passes during his freshman season but struggled as a sophomore in 2008. Published on August 24, 2009 |
Memorial Stadium was updated this summer with brand new artificial turf. The FieldTurf that replaces Kivisto Field’s old AstroTurf matches the FieldTurf used on the football team’s practice field. The new field is part of a $38 million project to renovate and provide additions to athletic facilities. The Allen Fieldhouse complex is also the subject of updates, including a donor’s atrium on the second floor of the fieldhouse. A completion deadline for the project is set for early October. Published on August 24, 2009 |
The Voler Thieves of Flight perform in front of the Lawrence Arts Center as part of the Busker Festival Saturday. Published on August 24, 2009 |
The Voler Thieves of Flight perform in front of the Lawrence Arts Center as part of the Busker Festival Saturday. Published on August 24, 2009 |
The Voler Thieves of Flight perform in front of the Lawrence Arts Center as part of the Busker Festival Saturday. Published on August 24, 2009 |
The F Holes perform on the side of Massachusetts Street as part of the Busker Festival Saturday. The band was playing at The Gaslight Tavern that night and decided to join the "buskers" in the afternoon. Published on August 24, 2009 |
The Voler Theives of Flight preform in front of the Lawrence Arts Center as part of the Busker Festival Saturday. Published on August 24, 2009 |
The F Holes proform on the sid of Mass. street as part of the Busker Festival Saturday. The band was playing at the gaslight that night and decided to join the buskers in the afternoon. Published on August 24, 2009 |
Singer and songwriter Sheri Martin performs in the Eighth Street breezeway as part of the Busker Festival Saturday. Published on August 24, 2009 |
J Phoenix Live Electronics performs in the Eighth Street breezeway as part of the Busker Festival Saturday. J Phoenix encouraged people to join in the music through dance and banging on plastic tubs. Published on August 24, 2009 |
Zydeco Tougeau performs for a crowd in the Eighth Street breezeway as part of the Busker Festival Friday. Published on August 24, 2009 |
Zydeco Tougeau performs for a crowd in the Eighth Street breezeway as part of the Busker Festival Friday. Published on August 24, 2009 |
A sidewalk artist uses pastels to to decorate the streets of downtown Lawrence during the Busker Festival Friday. Published on August 24, 2009 |
Matthew Gaskin, 13-year-old homeschool student, performs on the corner of 7th and Mass as part of the Busker Festival Friday. Gaskin, who has been playing guitar for six years, uses his musical tallent to pay for new baseball equipment. "Baseball equipment can be expensive so this is a good way to pay for it," Gaskin said. Matthew's father, John Gaskin, is a former music teacher and has helped Matthew learn to play five instruments. Matthew has opened for bands downtown. Published on August 24, 2009 |
Published on August 24, 2009 |
Matthew Gaskin, 13-year-old homeschool student, performs on the corner of Seventh and Massachusetts Streets as part of the Busker Festival Friday. Gaskin, who has been playing guitar for six years, said he used his musical talent to pay for new baseball equipment. "Baseball equipment can be expensive, so this is a good way to pay for it," Gaskin said. Matthew's father, John Gaskin, is a former music teacher and has helped Matthew learn to play five instruments. Matthew also has opened for bands downtown. Published on August 24, 2009 |
An accordion player at the Busker Festival calls out to passers-by in an attempt to draw a crowd. He said he used music and comic relief to help pay off student loans. Published on August 24, 2009 |
The tasting room at the Boulevard Brewing Company offers both seasonal and year-round brews. Tours are available all year round on a first-come, first-serve basis. Published on August 24, 2009 |
John McDonald, founding owner of Boulevard Brewing Company, stands on the second floor of the factory overlooking the iconic smokestack. Boulevard Brewing Company just released the Boulevard Pilsner, the seventh year-round beer. McDonald is a KU graduate from the class of 1976. Published on August 24, 2009 |
Senior midfielder Monica Dolinsky, seen here in a file photo, started in Saturday’s season opener. Kansas defeated Drake 2-0. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Published on August 23, 2009 |
Junior receiver Johnathan Wilson drives into an oncoming tackler during the 2008 Insight Bowl against Minnesota. Coach Mark Mangino said he expected big plays from Wilson this season. Published on August 23, 2009 |
A former Kansas players hugs Assistant Coach Christi Posey at the net Saturday night after the Alumni’s 3-0 loss to the Jayhawks. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Sophomore outside hitter Allison Mayfield, left, and senior middle blocker Brittany Williams leap above the net for a block against the Alumni Saturday night. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Junior outside hitter Karina Garlington touches the ball just over the blockers of the Alumni team Saturday night. Garlington led the Jayhawks with nine kills. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Karisma Taylor shimmies to "Jai Ho," the theme song composed by A. R. Rahman for the award-winning film "Slumdog Millionaire" at Brown Bag Drag last Friday. The performance was part of SU and KJHK's Tunes at Noon and celebrated the end of Pride Week. This year, SUA organizers plan to cut back on some programs. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Published on August 23, 2009 |
A performer from The Ra Element Fire Tribe blows fire to the delight of the large crowd on hand Saturday evening at the Lawrence Busker Festival. Published on August 23, 2009 |
The Ra Element Fire tribe was a highlight Saturday night at the second annual Lawrence Busker Festival. Published on August 23, 2009 |
A performer from The Ra Element Fire Tribe dazzles the audience Saturday evening at the Lawrence Busker Festival. Published on August 23, 2009 |
A pair of perfomers from Voler Thieves of Flight group thrills the crowd outside the Lawrence Arts Center on Saturday evening during the Lawrence Busker Festival. Published on August 23, 2009 |
A pair of perfomers from Voler Thieves of Flight group thrills the crowd outside the Lawrence Arts Center on Saturday evening during the Lawrence Busker Festival. Published on August 23, 2009 |
A performer from the Voler Thieves of Flight group dangles above the crowd outside the Lawrence Art Center on Saturday during the second annual Lawrence Busker Festival. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Mama Lou "Strong Woman" shows off after her grand finale Saturday evening at the Lawrence Busker Festival. Her final feat of strength included ripping a phone book in half. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Mama Lou "Strong Woman" takes on two men in a game of human tug-o-war Saturday evening at the Lawrence Busker Festival. Mama Lou came out victorious as the crowd applauded her feat. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Bryan Wendling of Kansas City, Mo., throws a juggling ball into the audience on Saturday during the Lawrence Busker Festival. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Bryan Wendling of Kansas City, Mo., performs on Saturday at the second annual Lawrence Busker Festival. Wendling's "Comedy! Juggling! Energy!" act relied heavily on participation from the audience members. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Performer Amazin Jazon plays with fire at the Busker Festival on Saturday night. His act consisted of fire twirling and eating and juggling on a five foot unicycle. Published on August 23, 2009 |
A member of the Voler Thieves of Flight performs in front of the Lawrence Arts Center on Saturday afternoon. The performers did aerial tricks suspended by fabric. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Mama Lou tears a full phone book completely in half at the Busker Festival Saturday night. Mama Lou is a performing strong woman that is originally from the Kansas City area. When she first started out, she said she wanted to work on the streets but needed to be able to scare men away. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Members of the Voler Thieves of Flight perform on Saturday afternoon at the Busker Festival. This was the second year the of the event and took place Aug. 21 to Aug. 23. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Robert Wolf of The Wicked Liars swallows a sword Friday night at the Busker Festival. The Wicked Liars act consists of fire juggling and eating, sword swallowing, bullwhip targeting and magic. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Performing at the second annual Busker Festival. The Two Man Gentlemen Band sings Friday night. The New York City-based band has been performing for four years. They have known each other since college and perform around two hundred shows a year. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Richard Holmgren juggles machetes during a performance Friday as part of the Lawrence Busker Festival. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Fire-eater Rod Stipe swallows a torch during a performance downtown as part of the Lawrence Busker Festival Saturday. Published on August 23, 2009 |
A performer juggles a crystal ball downtown Saturday as part of the Lawrence Busker Festival. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Members of the band Zydeco Tougeau perform Saturday in the breezeway between Seventh and Eighth Streets on Massachusetts. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Richard Holmgren, performing under his stage name of Flying Debris, balances a bowling ball on his head as part of the second annual Lawrence Busker Festival Friday afternoon. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Richard Holmgren, performing under his stage name of Flying Debris, balances a bowling ball on his head as part of the second annual Lawrence Busker Festival Friday afternoon. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Published on August 23, 2009 |
Published on August 23, 2009 |
Former Kansas players hug assistant coach Christi Posey at the net Saturday night after the Alumni's 3-0 loss to the Jayhawks. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Former Kansas players talk to assistant coach Christi Posey at the net Saturday night after the Alumni 3-0 loss to the Jayhawks. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Former Kansas players hugs assistant coach Christi Posey at the net Saturday night after the Alumni's 3-0 loss to the Jayhawks. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Former Kansas players kiss assistant coach Christi Posey at the net Saturday night after the Alumni's 3-0 loss to the Jayhawks. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Senior libero Melissa Grieb bumps a serve from the Alumni to a teammate. Kansas won 3-0 Saturday night in the annual Alumni game. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Freshman defensive specialist Morgan Boub returns a serve from the Alumni team to Kansas setter Nicole Tate. The Alumni lost 3-0 Saturday night to the Jayhawks. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Junior outside hitter Jenna Kaiser hits a ball past a member of the Alumni team Saturday night. Kansas won 3-0 in the annual game against the Alumni. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Junior outside hitter Karina Garlington touches the ball just over the blockers of the Alumni team Saturday night. The Jayhawks defeated the Alumni 3-0. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Sophomore outside hitter Allison Mayfield (15) and senior middle blocker Brittany Williams (10) leap above the net for a block against the Alumni Saturday night. The Jayhawks won 3-0. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Sophomore setter Nicole Tate sets the ball behind her at the net Saturday night. Kansas won 3-0. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Freshman defensive specialist Morgan Boub bumps a ball to a teammate off a serve during Saturday nights Alumni match. Kansas won 3-0 in the annual game. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Senior middle blocker Paige Mazour elevates for a slam at the net Saturday night. Kansas defeated the Alumni 3-0 in the annual pre-season match up. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Kansas head coach Ray Bechard gives instructions to junior outside hitter Jenna Kaiser. Kansas won 3-0. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Members of the Jayhawks gather after a point. Kansas won 3-0. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Junior outside hitter Karina Garlington battles at the net with a Alumni team member for a block Saturday night in a 3-0 win. The Jayhawks play an annual Alumni volleyball game at the beginning of the season. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Sophomore setter Nicole Tate sets the ball for junior outside hitter Karina Garlington for a spike Saturday night. Kansas played the volleyball alumni team, winning 3-0. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Junior outside hitter Karina Garlington (7) and junior outside hitter Jenna Kaiser (12) talk at the net during the first game with former volleyball players. The Alumni team lost 3-0. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Head coach Ray Bechard (back left) talks to assistant coaches Christi Posey (right) and Ken Murczek (foreground) after the end of the first game. Kansas won 3-0 against the Alumni Saturday night. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Senior middle blocker Brittany Williams slams a ball in front of the net Saturday night against the Alumni. The Jayhawks won 3-0. Published on August 23, 2009 |
A KU volleyball alumnus sets the ball in front of the net for a spike. The Alumni lost 3-0 Saturday night. Published on August 23, 2009 |
Nineteen-year-old singer, songwriter, actress and fiddler Amanda Shaw will perform tonight at 7 p.m. at the Lied Center. The free performance is part of a larger arts festival that will begin at 6 p.m. Published on August 20, 2009 |
Darrell Stuckey, Kansas safety, tackles a Colorado player at the at Memorial Stadium on Oct. 11, 2008. Kansas won the game beating Colorado 30-14. Stuckey was an All-Big 12 first team selection last season. He will lead the secondary rotation this year. Published on August 20, 2009 |
Emily Cressy, sophomore midfielder, kicks around a soccer ball on the field. The KU women’s soccer team will begin its fall season on Sunday when the Jayhawks play the Drake University Bulldogs in Des Moines. Lindsey Horner, Drake’s head coach, played for Kansas head coach Mark Francis for two years. Published on August 20, 2009 |
Charles Sprouse, Tecumseh graduate student and adviser of the Eco Hawks, explains the School of Engineering Design Project at the Greening the Crimson and the Blue informational event on Thursday afternoon. The Eco Hawks are perfecting an alternate way to fuel hybrid cars and are able to achieve up to 50mpg. Published on August 20, 2009 |
Ezra Huscher, Salina senior, takes a ride on the bike trainer hooked up to a generator at the Greening the Crimson and the Blue informational event that was held on Thursday afternoon. About thirty minutes of riding the bike would produce 20mL of biodiesel fuel. Published on August 20, 2009 |
Deborah Smith, associate professor of ecology and evolutionary biology at the University, as well as several other professors received an award on the first day of classes. A total of twenty professors were honored with $5,000 checks around campus. Published on August 20, 2009 |
Photo by Valerie Skubal Published on August 20, 2009 |
Photo by Valerie Skubal Published on August 20, 2009 |
Photo illustration by Kristen Hudson Published on August 20, 2009 |
Photo illustration by Jerry Wang Published on August 20, 2009 |
Photo illustration by Jerry Wang Published on August 20, 2009 |
Photo Illustration by Amy Johnson Published on August 20, 2009 |
Lawrence residents participate in the Kaw Valley Kickball League. The KVKL is a non-profit league with more than 30 teams. Published on August 19, 2009 |
Maureen Wangare, Olathe freshman, receieves information about the Multicultural Theatre Initiative group from Lizzie Hartman, Shawnee senior, and Austin Robinson, Overland Park junior, at the "Take Over the Beach" information fair at Wescoe on Wednesday afternoon. Published on August 19, 2009 |
Freshman guard Xavier Henry laughs after answering a question during an interview outside of Hadl Auditorium. Henry arrived on campus Monday afternoon and began workouts with the team on Tuesday. Published on August 19, 2009 |
Redshirt freshman guard C.J. Henry answers questions inside the Wagnon Student Athletic Center Tuesday afternoon before workouts with the team. Henry arrived Monday along with his brother, freshman guard Xavier Henry. Published on August 19, 2009 |
Published on August 19, 2009 |
Quinn Reilly, Overland Park junior gets ready to take a walk with Annie, a seven year old lab, at the Lawrence Humane Society last fall. The Humane Society was over crowded with animals this past summer. Published on August 19, 2009 |
Michael Angelakos (vocals, keyboards) of Passion Pit ends the last song with outstretched arms in front of a packed crowd at the Lied Center Monday night. Published on August 18, 2009 |
Michael Angelakos (vocals, keyboards) of Passion Pit at the Lied Center. Published on August 18, 2009 |
Ian Hultquist (keyboards, guitar) of Passion Pit at the Lied Center Monday night. Published on August 18, 2009 |
Some fans opted to see Passion Pit from a higher vantage point Monday night. Published on August 18, 2009 |
Passion Pit performs at the Lied Center Monday. Published on August 18, 2009 |
Michael Angelakos (vocals, keyboards) of Passion Pit, lands high-pitched vocals for a packed crowd at the Lied Center Monday night. Published on August 18, 2009 |
Passion Pit performs at the Lied Center. SUA decided to move the concert from the bottom of the Campanile hill to the Lied Center because of rain. Published on August 18, 2009 |
Passion Pit performs at the Lied Center Monday night. SUA originally planned for the concert to be on the hill, but heavy rain earlier in the day moved it indoors. Published on August 18, 2009 |
Ayad Al Adhamy provides synth and samples for Passion Pit Monday night at the Lied Center. Published on August 18, 2009 |
The energized crowd dances to the electro-pop rhythms of Passion Pit in the Lied Center Monday night. Published on August 18, 2009 |
Passion Pit performs at the Lied Center Monday night. SUA originally planned for the concert to be on the hill near the Campanile, but heavy rain earlier in the day moved it indoors. Published on August 18, 2009 |
The energized crowd dances to the electro-pop rhythms of Passion Pit in the Lied Center Monday night. Published on August 18, 2009 |
The energized crowd dances to the electro-pop rhythms of Passion Pit in the Lied Center Monday night. Published on August 18, 2009 |
Ian Hultquist (keyboards, guitar) of Passion Pit at the Lied Center Monday night. Published on August 18, 2009 |
Jeff Apruzzese (bass, keyboard), left, Nate Donmoyer (drums), center, and Ian Hultquist (keyboards, guitar), right, perform to the student-populated crowd at the Lied Center. Published on August 18, 2009 |
Ian Hultquist (keyboards, guitar) of Passion Pit makes a final adjustment before the opening song at the Lied Center Monday night. Published on August 18, 2009 |
Ian Hultquist (keyboards, guitar) of Passion Pit at the Lied Center Monday night. Published on August 18, 2009 |
An aura of green fills the stage and the crowd as Passion Pit makes their entrance at the Lied Center Monday night. Published on August 18, 2009 |
Published on August 18, 2009 |
As the show is about to begin, students and fans begin to reach the orchestra pit for a closer look at Passion Pit at the Lied Center. Published on August 18, 2009 |
Students and fans begin to file in to the Lied Center Monday night before Passion Pit took the stage. Student Union Activities originally planned for the concert to be at the bottom of Campanile hill, but heavy rain moved it indoors. Published on August 18, 2009 |
Fall 2009 KU bus routes. Published on August 18, 2009 |
Members of Sigma Nu fraternity watch an episode of Showtime's television series, "Weeds" from the Chi Omega Fountain Wednesday afternoon. Lawrence Freenet's new service, which is currently in development, will allow video service subscribers within connecting distance to a Freenet wireless access point to watch live or on-demand television. Published on August 17, 2009 |
Sam catnaps on a stack of old vinyls at the Love Garden Sound music store. Love Garden Sound is in the process of moving to 822 Massachusetts St. A few downtown icons moved over the summer, but others have closed their doors for good. Published on August 17, 2009 |
Khara Loeppke, manager of Maurices clothing store arranges display items at its new location, 3226 S. Iowa St. Maurices moved from its downtown location to be with similar businesses that were open later in order to increase business. Published on August 17, 2009 |
The Spencer Museum of Art is competing to be a top tourist destination on visitkc.com. Published on August 17, 2009 |
Cars stream up and down Massachusetts Street late Thursday evening as seen from atop the Eldridge Hotel. The city's quaint downtown, which offers a venue for local businesses, has earned Lawrence a reputation as a great shopping destination, says longtime resident Amy Woodmancy. Published on August 17, 2009 |
The Spencer Museum of Art has been nominated for the KC Visitors' Choice 09 competition as the favorite museum or gallery in the Kansas City area. Carolyn Chinn Lewis, the museum's assistant director, said the museum offered a "laboratory for new thinking, creative energy." Published on August 17, 2009 |
Heather Putnam, Los Angeles graduate student, examines the Asian art exhibit at the Spencer Museum of Art. The museum has been nominated for the KC Visitors' Choice 09 competition as the best museum or gallery in the Kansas City area. Voting continues through Aug. 31 Published on August 17, 2009 |
Becca Braun, Hutchinson junior, and Rose Worthington, Tecumseh freshman, are paired up together as part of the new KU Honors Buddy Program. The first-year program places an upper level student with an incoming freshman to advocate student to student advising and to help ease the transition for incoming students. Published on August 17, 2009 |
This free outdoor concert follow Traditions Night on the Hill and features nationally-recognized musical artists every year. This year's featured artist is Passion Pit, a five member electronic band from Cambridge, Mass. Passion Pit is signed with Frenchkiss Records and Columbia Records in the UK and has opened for the bands Death Cab For Cutie, RJD2 and Girl Talk. Published on August 16, 2009 |
Garrett Rainbolt, Larned junior, breaks down a cardboard box as part of the KU Recycle program on Friday morning behind Corbin Hall. As more students move in, more recycling stations will be added as a way to curb preventable waste. Published on August 14, 2009 |
The Flaming Lips close out the three-day 2009 Pitchfork Music Festival July 19 in Chicago's Union Park. Published on August 14, 2009 |
The Flaming Lips close out the three-day 2009 Pitchfork Music Festival July 19 in Chicago's Union Park. Published on August 14, 2009 |
A member of Pharoahe Monch's crew performs during the 2009 Pitchfork Music Festival. Published on August 14, 2009 |
Hip hop artist Pharoahe Monch performs at the 2009 Pitchfork Music Festival July 19 in Chicago's Union Park. Published on August 14, 2009 |
Anthony Gonzalez of France-based band M83 sings during a late afternoon performance July 19 during the 2009 Pitchfork Music Festival. Published on August 14, 2009 |
Members of New York-based band The Walkmen perform late afternoon July 19 as part of the 2009 Pitchfork Music Festival held in Chicago's Union Park. Published on August 14, 2009 |
New York-based DJ and producer, DJ/rupture performs a set July 19 as part of the 2009 Pitchfork Music Festival held in Chicago's Union Park. Published on August 14, 2009 |
New York-based DJ and producer, DJ/rupture performs a set July 19 as part of the 2009 Pitchfork Music Festival. Published on August 14, 2009 |
Flaming Lips frontman, Wayne Coyne salutes the crowd during the closing performance of the 2009 Pitchfork Music Festival. Published on August 14, 2009 |
Brooklyn-based band The National closes out the July 18 lineup as part of the 2009 Pitchfork Music Festival. Published on August 14, 2009 |
Singer Matt Berninger of Brooklyn-based band The National sings during his band's performance July 18 as part of the three-day 2009 Pitchfork Music Festival. Published on August 14, 2009 |
Published on August 14, 2009 |
A crowd control officer scans a moshing crowd during a raucous performance by rapper DOOM July 18 at the 2009 Pitchfork Music Festival. Published on August 14, 2009 |
Chicago band Disappears plays an early set July 18 as part of this year's Pitchfork Music Festival in Chicago's Union Park. Published on August 14, 2009 |
Baltimore-based spazz-rockers Ponytail perform during this year's PItchfork Music Festival. Published on August 14, 2009 |
F* Up singer Pink Eyes wears a desecrated beach ball as a hat during the band's performance at this year's Pitchfork Music Festival. Published on August 14, 2009 |
Pink Eyes, singer for Canadian band F* Up, engages the crowd during this year's Pitchfork Music Festival in Chicago's Union Park July 18. Published on August 14, 2009 |
A guitarist for the Canadian punk band F* Up surfs the crowd. Published on August 14, 2009 |
Rapper Doom performs late afternoon on July 18 at the Pitchfork Music Festival in Chicago's Union Park. Published on August 14, 2009 |
Homeless people gather outside of the Lawrence Community Shelter, 214 W. 10t St., Aug. 11. The Lawrence Community Shelter is in the process of finalizing plans for a new facility. Published on August 13, 2009 |
Homeless people gather outside of the Lawrence Community Shelter, 214 W. 10th St., Aug. 11. The Shelter is in the process of finalizing plans for a new facility. Published on August 13, 2009 |
Jessica Burger, Overland Park senior (center, third row from the back) poses with a group of Amnesty International employees. Burger interned with Amnesty International this summer through EUSA, a group that provides internship opportunities in Europe for students in the United States. EUSA allows students from any academic discipline to apply for internships. Published on August 13, 2009 |
Defensive end Shane Smith takes a knee with teammate freshman safety Brandon Hawks in between drills Tuesday morning at the Anderson Family Football Complex. Published on August 11, 2009 |
Head coach Mark Mangino gives instructions to senior quarterback Todd Reesing before the snap Tuesday morning at the Anderson Family Football Complex. Tuesday's practice was open to the media as the team prepared for its Sept. 5 home opener against Northern Colorado. Published on August 11, 2009 |
Senior quarterback Todd Reesing talks to his teammates just before a drill Tuesday morning at the Anderson Family Football Complex. Tuesday's practice was open to the media as the team prepared for its Sept. 5 home opener against Northern Colorado. Published on August 11, 2009 |
Sophomore defensive tackle Steven Foster struggles with freshman defensive end Kevin Young Tuesday morning at the Anderson Family Football Complex. Tuesday's practice was open to the media as the team prepared for its Sept. 5 home opener against Northern Colorado. Published on August 11, 2009 |
Senior running back Jake Sharp turns the corner after making a catch Tuesday morning at the Anderson Family Football Complex. Tuesday's practice was open to the media as the team prepared for its Sept. 5 home opener against Northern Colorado. Published on August 11, 2009 |
Senior quarterback Todd Reesing looks for a teammate to pass to Tuesday morning at the Anderson Family Football Complex. Tuesday's practice was open to the media as the team prepared for its Sept. 5 home opener against Northern Colorado. Published on August 11, 2009 |
Junior lineman Brad Thorson fights off senior linebacker Angus Quigley during practice Tuesday morning at the Anderson Family Football Complex. Published on August 11, 2009 |
Senior linebacker Arist Wright battles against sophomore lineman Michael Martinovich during a drill Tuesday morning on the Anderson Family Football Complex practice fields. Tuesday morning's practice was open to the media as the team prepared for its Sept. 5 home opener against Northern Colorado. Published on August 11, 2009 |
Members of the KU football team huddle up Tuesday morning on the Anderson Family Football Complex practice fields. Tuesday's practice was open to the media as the team prepared for its Sept. 5 home opener against Northern Colorado. Published on August 11, 2009 |
Senior quarterback Todd Reesing warms up his arm Tuesday morning at the Anderson Family Football Complex. Tuesday's practice was open to the media as the team prepared for its Sept. 5 home opener against Northern Colorado. Published on August 11, 2009 |
Patrick Benedict, a former KU senior, died July 29 from Marfan syndrome. His friends called him a "gentle giant" and an "over-learner," and he stood at 6-foot-6. Published on August 6, 2009 |
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