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Deepa Sampat

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Deepa is a senior from Topeka majoring in journalism and political science. This is her third semester on The Kansan and she is currently a multimedia producer. In the past, she has worked as a reporter for Jayplay and has covered the Student Senate and KU Administration beat for the summer edition of The Kansan.

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Video: Local drive offers ways to recycle electronics

Lawrence's Waste, Recycling, and Reduction division recently held an electronic recycling drive.

Video: VP candidate remains on ballot

Despite a decision made last night, May Davis will remain on the Student Senate ballot.

Oread neighborhood tenants violate city ordinance

Many students living in the Oread Neighborhood are unaware of city housing ordinances.

Video: Free SUA events attract more students

SUA has seen a record increase in students who attend free events.

Video: Lawrence city sales tax increases

Today, the city's sales tax increased from 7.3 percent to 7.85 percent.

Video: Tobacco tax increases

The federal tax on tobacco increased today. Cigarettes now cost 71 cents more per pack.

Student Senate leaders claim compensation under new policy

Six Student Senate leaders will receive between $1,500 and $3,000 per semester from a University Endowment Senate account.

Students can work up a sweat at recreation center

New additions to the center include four multipurpose courts, a martial arts room, two racquetball courts and a virtual golf course.

Refund check options decrease, become faster for students

Students can no longer pick up their checks starting this fall; they can either use direct deposit or receive them by mail.

Kansas named one of ‘Great Colleges to Work For’

University was named top five in 12 out of 27 categories.

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