Courtney Condron

KU Hospital switches to electronic records

The University of Kansas Hospital is in the second stage of a five-year transition to all electronic medical records. The electronic system has increased efficiency and accuracy for doctors and nurses.

Depression plagues college students

Alcohol provides temporary escape that only worsens the condition

Young people’s transition from high school to college often forces them to quickly adjust to a life very different than the one they had at home, an adjustment that commonly leads to depression. But when social life centers on drinking alcohol, a depressant that only worsens the situation, it’s sometimes difficult for students to effectively break away from the sadness.

Jam to raise money for Jubilee Café

Concert organizers hope to gain enough donations to cover holiday operations

Jubilee café experiences a rise in expected costs during the holiday season, so three bands are playing today to help cover some of those costs. The Noise FM, Midnight Vinyl and Darren Denny are playing at Woodruff Auditorium at the Kansas Union at 7 p.m.

Businesses have many customers despite move of game

Border Showdown still draws crowds out in Lawrence

With Saturday’s game being held in Kansas City, Mo., Lawrence business owners expected to lose money during the weekend. Crowds of people still showed up, however, to eat, drink and buy merchandise.

General talks about media’s role in Army

Students get opportunity to ask questions of top military leader

Lt. Gen. William Caldwell spoke to University of Kansas students on Wednesday and Thursday about his experiences in the Army. Caldwell said the media and the Army had a responsibility to cooperate.

Student found dead in apartment

Family, friends recall fond memories

Aaron Caldwell, Bedford, Texas, senior, was found dead in his apartment Sunday. Caldwell had a seizure disorder that began when he was 13.

Safe at HOMEBASE

Campus task force promotes healthy eating, healthy lives

The task force HOMEBASE passed out some samples of its Better Bites foods available on campus Tuesday. The group began the Better Bites program in 2000.

Good eats on Massachusetts street

New restaurants open in downtown Lawrence taking over from failing brethren

Many restaurants struggle to get a grasp on the market in Lawrence, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t plenty of people ready to give their idea a shot. Five new restaurants have opened on Massachusetts street since this past summer.

Alumni inducted into Army ROTC Hall of Fame

Organization identifies bodies of POWs and MIAs

1977 KU graduate Michael Flowers is the brigadier general and USA commander of the Joint POW/MIA Accounting Command, which locates the bodies of soldiers lost in wars.

The Kansan featured on Audio-Reader

Call-in service allows the visually impaired to access to newspapers

The University Daily Kansan is now available on Audio-Reader at about 10 a.m.

Kansas filmmaker honored in New York

Films by and about Balderson shown at Tribeca Film Center

Steve Balderson, a Kansas filmmaker who grew up in Wamego, will be honored at the Tribeca Film Center next week.

School awards, honors Dan Rockhill

University professor receives J.L. Constant Distinguished Professor of Architecture award

Dan Rockhill, professor of architecture, was awarded a professorship based on his contributions towards Studio 804.

Bookstores offer discount for teams success.

For each touchdown the football team scores University and local bookstores offer percentage off.

Shoppers receive up to 30 to 35 percent markdown depending on what shop they go to.

Touchdown Tuesdays offer thrifty shopping

Bookstore promotion attracts business, builds excitement for upcoming games

The 5 percent discount KU bookstores offer for each touchdown the Jayhawks score at home and away games has grown in popularity with the recent success of the team.

ROTC hits the lake for combat training

Factions practice battles, work to disarm imaginary nuclear bomb

A field leadership exercise used fake weapons, but real challenges, to test Air Force ROTC underclassmen and help them develop skills necessary for future situations.

New restaurant opens on Massachusetts Street

Encore Cafe offers a unique menu unlike common take-out restaurants

The casual dining experience includes flat screen televisions and a karaoke room, to come soon.

Assistant to chancellors kept ‘good relationships’

John J. Conard Sr., former director of University Relations and assistant to three former KU chancellors, died Friday at age 86.

No more dough from Joe

Landmark Lawrence bakery closes its doors

Joe’s Bakery closed Friday for the second time after concern from its owners that the business was losing money.

Officials conclude investigation on private documents

Math department adds secure bins

Jack Martin, deputy director of communications stresses importance of document disposal.

‘Student ghetto’ gold mine

Landlords see an increase in early leasing

Groups search for houses at the beginning of the school year.

Investigation of leaked documents underway

University begins notifying students whose information was included in packets sent to local media

The University of Kansas has formed a committee to investigate the documents containing private information that were leaked to The University Daily Kansan, The Kansas City Star and The Lawrence Journal-World on Sept. 19.

Air Force ROTC 'Physical Training for a Cause'

5K run raises funds for disabled soldiers, current prisoners of war, missing in action

The AFROTC held a 5K run Saturday to raise money to go towards the Freedom Alliance Scholarship Fund. The fund provides scholarships to children of injured active-duty service members.

Local bars get strict with dress codes

Some students denied entrance because of clothing

Lawrence bars are cracking down on dress codes. Several students have not been allowed to enter bars or have been asked to leave the bar because of what they are wearing.

Doctoral student shares experiences in Iraq

Political-military intelligence officer offers insight at Dole Institute speech

Major Andrew Harvey spent the duration of 2006 in Iraq working to improve the agricultural ministry. Harvey spoke Wednesday night at the Dole Insitute of Politics about his experiences.

Kansas college enrollment increases

KU experiences slight decrease in numbers

Although KU enrollment dropped slightly from 2006, overall enrollment in Kansas colleges increased in 2007.

Crime

Student reports burglary Sunday at Oliver Hall

Air Force ROTC students

to practice navigation

Group tables against bill for new power plants

2020 Vision worries the plants will increase global warming.

Gov. Sebelius is expected to make a final decision on two plants being built in Holcomb.

More construction planned for campus

The University plans for construction to Wescoe Hall, Haworth Hall and underground utility tunnels

The five-year plan of deferred maintenance will improve the environment, capabilities and infrastructure of campus.

KU pays for meals with professors

'Take Your Professor to Lunch' program to continue all year.

Weekend welcomes family to KU campus

A tournament, tailgating and concert are among events

Chancellor Robert Hemenway will speak at a parent reception 4 p.m. on Saturday. Families can tour the campus and several buildings from different professional schools will be open.

Student groups can register online

Organizations must re-register by Saturday

The Student Involvement and Leadership Center is allowing student groups to re-register themselves online for the first time. The new process takes much hassle out of the previous method.

KU graduate dies after I-70 crash

Friends remember Evans for her lively personality

Melissa “Spike” Beth Evans died Saturday morning at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Evans graduated from the University in May and was president of the KU Latin American Solidarity group.

KU business cards available to students

University Career Center promotes job networking

The University Career Center offers business cards for student purchase to benefit prospective graduates at career fairs.

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences changes academic policy

New policy guarantees probation before dismissal

Maintaining good academic standings easier with new policy.

Police step up patrols for Labor Day

Increased traffic over holiday weekend means greater work for law enforcement

The Lawrence Police Department is increasing its patrols on the traditionally dangerous Labor Day weekend. The Department hopes Saturation Patrols and check lanes will create a safer environment in the Lawrence area this year.

Good grades come with a cost

Higher book costs benefit coursework

Required additional course materials requested by professors lead to higher bookstore costs but may pay off in the long run.

Alumnae to share experiences on CNN

Sloan will tell her story about helping New Orleans on ‘Anderson Cooper 360’

University graduate Ashley Stone will discuss her time helping Hurricane Katrina victims tonight on CNN’s “Anderson Cooper 360” program. The show will take a look at the city of New Orleans two years after Hurricane Katrina.

Fewer requirements for future students

Task force recommends lowering number of general education classes needed

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Dean Joseph Steimnetz appointed a task force for the issue. They recommended lowering the number of required general education hours from 72 to 60.

Lawrence streetpaper receives grant

Change of Heart” serves as a voice for the city’s homeless

The quarterly newspaper founded by KU alumnus Craig Sweets is in its eleventh year of providing a creative outlet and jobs for Lawrence’s homeless population.

KU rises in ranking of top universities

University’s placing increases by one to 38th, higher than many Big 12 schools

Once again, the University is among the U.S. News and World Report’s Top 50 Public National Universities. It also ranked among overall Best National Universities in the Princeton Review’s book “The New 2008 ‘Best 366 Colleges.’”

Business school adds new major

Supply chain management a crucial field

Students interested in the program can attend an information meeting next week.

Fellowship doles out big bucks

Awards for teaching excellence presented to teachers in dramatic fashion

Seven teachers were awarded checks of appreciation from the W.T. Kemper Fellowship for Teaching Excellence. The surprises gifts were passed out while many of the teachers were doing what they do best.

Volunteers to assist new students

Information tables set up across campus, offices extend hours

New students who need help finding classes, bus routes and information on their first days can ask volunteers from Student Success for assistance. Offices will also extend their hours from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

In search of a parking space

Football complex construction continues causing changes to parking

Construction near Memorial Stadium is forcing students to park elsewhere at the start of the semester. A shuttle bus is available to bring students to campus from the stadium and the Student Recreation Fitness Center. Officials say construction will not interfere with football games.

Regents waive storm victim’s late fees

Students from 43 storm stricken counties have until November to pay tuition

Other state universities follow the University of Kansas’ example giving students a break. Counties hit by the Greensburg tornado and Coffeyville flooding are included in plan.

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