Danae DeShazer

Taste tests at tea time

Study researches link between green tea color, flavor

A research group for the Kansas State University Sensory Analysis Center shared their findings on the various interpretations of the taste of green tea. The group plans to develop a system for accurately and universally identifying tea flavors.

Hugoton natural gas field under study

Study shows the method for recovering gas from the field needs to be reevaluated

Field is the largest in the western hemisphere and supplies gas to 2/3 of the homes in Kansas.

The Secret to Happiness

Tibetan author Mingyur Rinpoche said the key to quieting the "talkative monkey mind" is meditation and concentration.

According to the author of "The Joy of Living: Unlocking the Science and Secret of Happiness," by conquering negative self-images, people could decrease their stress levels and lead happier lives.

Driven to Cure

Breast cancer awareness license plates pass Senate

A new license plate design will be available by this fall. The plates will feature a pink breast cancer ribbon and the words "Driven to Cure." The plates will cost $85, with $50 of the total being donated to the KU Cancer Center.

Students participate in bridge conference

Eleven universities will compete in the Steel Bridge Competition in Lawrence.

Doctor hopes for borderless world

Speaker advocates travel, creativity, Frisbees

After helping abroad through Doctors Without Borders Canada, Richard Heinz is sharing his experience with students. He is opening their eyes to a borderless world he sees evolving.

Watkins holds free clinic for runners

Will analyze participants' posture, stride and flexibility

The first two stages of the clinic are free and will analyze a runner's performance. Participants can make appointments for individual analysis and correction.

Half-marathon takes runners on tour of Lawrence

Raintree Run features half-marathon and 5k races

Donations from the half-marathon and 5k races will be donated to Health Care Access Clinic.

Students' Rights wins no seats in election

Coalition had 10 students run

Smaller third party struggles with name recognition

School of Journalism wins writing award

Hearst program awards school $15,800

Two reporters will travel to the National Writing Championship in San Francisco in June to compete for more than $1,500 in prize winnings.

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