Students to soldiers
Facing possible deployment to Iraq or Afghanistan after graduation, 81 University students prepare for life as Army officers.
Student Senate notebook
Here is what happened in Wednesday's Student Senate meeting
Student Senate to vote on hate crime awareness
Harassment, vandalism encourage student body leaders to take stand
Students at the Alpha Epsilon Pi house were surprised to find the vandalism that someone objected their house to in November. Student Senate will vote whether or not to take a stand against hate crimes on campus tonight.
Student Senate works issues for this semester, next
Grades, dead week high on the list
Many issues are works in progress right now for the Senate
Committee may eliminate Stop Day
If passed, changes could not go into effect until the 2012 school year.
Memorial scholarship to be available next fall
Fund for history majors honors victim of Boardwalk fire
Nancy Bingham, mother of Nicole Bingham, created a scholarship fund for history majors in honor of her daughter who died in the Boardwalk fire in 2005. The fund will be offered for the first time next fall.
Student Senate Notebook
Student Senate committees met last night to vote on legislation concerning large improvement projects on campus, general funds and sponsoring groups involved in presidential campaigns. All items approved through committees will be voted on in full Senate on Dec. 3 before they are officially passed.
Student senators tour new center
Sabatini Multicultural Resource Center slated to open in January
Plans for the new Sabatini Multicultural Resource Center have been in the works since 1991. The building, which is joined to the Kansas Union, should be finished Dec. 10.
Senate Notebook
Full Senate met last night and voted on several pieces of legislation, including student fees, raising funds for various student organizations and deciding on internal matters. Below is a recap of the night’s events
Spaces to open in front of Rec next semester
Students will be able to use pass to park
Passes, available inside the Rec Center, will allow students to park for 3 hours.
Student Senate to vote on fee increases
Fees could rise by $19.15 per semester beginning next year
The Student Recreation and Fitness Center, Parking Department, Watkins Memorial Health Center, Student Union and Legal Services seek increases to counter inflation.
Students go green for awareness week
Campus events promote environmental causes
Events during KU Energy Awareness Week will include reusable bag hand-outs, a movie showing and a chicken fry to collect vegetable oil to convert into fuel.
Students clean historic battlefield
Trip to site of the Battle of Black Jack looks at importance of early conflict
The Center for Community Outreach is traveling to Baldwin City to clean up the battle field that began the Civil War. While the Battle of Black Jack actually predated the official start of the Civil War, it’s historical importance still stands.
Student Senate Notebook
Here is what happened at the Student Senate meeting on Wednesday
Senator to address violations
Heilman to explain why committee held closed-door meeting
At tonight’s meeting, Mason Heilman, Student Rights Committee chair, will face violations regarding the decision to conduct committee business behind closed doors.
Committee discuses student fee increase
Eight University organizations have requested more money to deal with inflation
The rising cost of fuel and other products along with the desire to create better programs for the University has brought eight KU entities to the Campus Fee Review Committee. The committee will discuses the groups’ proposals at today’s meeting.
University may implement test to assess acquired skills
Administration wants to know what students are learning
In the future, students at the University of Kansas may have to take a test upon graduation to show what skills they have learned throughout their time at the University.
Task force to work with administration on zero-tolerance policy
The Student Rights’ Committee formed finalized a task force to investigate the 14 subpoenas filed against KU students by the Recording Industry Association of America.
Civic Engagement Week gets students involved
Several events provide education, opportunity to get active
Throughout the week, students will have the chance to get involved in the civic process. Civic Engagement week is hosted by the Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics.
Student Senate Notes: October 18, 2007
See the results of discussions about the removal of senators and the use of senate money for group travel.
Task force to review file sharing policy
Senate created group last night in light of concerns over zero-tolerance rule
Student Senate has created a four-member task force after a resolution to repeal the University’s current zero-tolerance policy for file sharing failed. Ian Staples, a Student Senator, said the policy should be reviewed because the University failed to inform 14 KU students charges were being filed against them for illegal file sharing in a timely manner.
Changes proposed for student parking
Plan could increase access to parking spaces in front of recreation center
Students without yellow parking permits may be allowed to use parking spaces in front of the recreation center. The Parking Commission and the Student Recreation Fitness Center will discuss a proposal next month that would increase the number of spaces available in the recreation center parking lot.
Multicultural groups confused about funding
Members unsure about where to go for money
The Student Senate Finance Committee is trying to sort out funding for campus multicultural groups and event. The big question is whether the funds should be supplemental or primary.
School’s letting out early?
Student body president suggests academic calendar revision, fewer days of class
An effort to help students get into summer internships and even out the amount of time spent in classes is underway. Student Body President Hannah Love is lobbying the Board of Regents to shorten the number of days required of Kansas’ institutions.
System seeks to include ‘A+’
Plus/minus grading scale proposes change for Fall 2008
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences requests a change in its current grading system for Fall 2008. The new grading system would include a plus/minus scale.
Debate pits porn addict against Ron Jeremy
Washburn University brought speakers to campus
Self-proclaimed porn addict Michael Leahy debated the rights and wrongs of the porn industry with Ron Jeremy on Monday in Topeka. The two have been traveling the country to discuss porn, and Leahy will speak at KU on Wednesday.
News Briefs: October 2, 2007
The news in brief for October 2, 2007.
Auction benefits animal shelter
Signed KU memorabilia up for grabs
A live and silent auction benefitting the Lawrence Humane Society features a signed photo of Phog Allen. The auction will be at the Holiday Inn Holidome.
Battle of the brands
Coca-Cola and Pepsi jostle for University beverage contract
After the expiration of the University’s 10-year contract with the Coca-Cola Co. in July, the University plans to sign a new beverage sponsorship deal soon. Coca-Cola and PepsiCo are both in negotiations with the University.
Fundraiser offers exercise for a good cause
A ‘zumbathon’ takes place at the Student Fitness and Recreation Center
The event. hosted by the Center for Community Outreach, benefits programs such as Jubilee Cafe.
Donors spruce up Danforth Chapel
More than $900,000 in renovations provides improvements for weddings and events
The Linda Stewart family helped put together renovations to provide a brides room and new flooring among other improvements to the Danforth Chapel. A dedication ceremony will be held tomorrow at 2.30 p.m.
News Brief: Sept. 17, 2007
Student Senate positions are still available.
Food pantries might close without more funds
Growing needy population forces food-giving services to limit production
Jubilee Cafe and Trinity Interfaith Food Pantry both serve free meals to Lawrence residents in need two times a week. The increasing number of people needing food has caused lower funds, and the services will have to limit the food they give out, or possibly close down.
Sexual health improves at KU
Trojan Sexual Health Report Card ranks KU 45th in the nation for sexual wellness
The report scored 139 universities on a variety of programs and recourses available to students. KU moved up from its ranking of 79th last year.
Policy affects student leaders’ tuition rates
Sponsorship benefits in and out-of-state members
A new policy implemented by the University offers sponsorship money towards seven student leaders’ tuitions. The money, which comes from the Student Success budget, is awarded in addition to the leaders’ current paychecks.
Senate votes on buying clickers
Electronic devices would keep accurate tallies
Although a faculty member has had problems with the clickers, Student Senate is confident that it can use the devices effectively.
Study Abroad introduces new programs
Three new Study Abroad options to debut at fair
The study abroad fair is today on the fourth floor of the Kansas Union from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Presenters will set up dozens of displays.
Study says men want attractive women
'Speed dating' trends analyzed during research to determine interes
Women’s Resource Center Director Kathy Rose-Mockry said the findings painted too narrow a picture of men. An Indiana University professor led the study.
Study says men want attractive women
'Speed dating' trends analyzed during research to determine interes
Women’s Resource Center Director Kathy Rose-Mockry said the findings painted too narrow a picture of men. An Indiana University professor led the study.
News Brief: September 6, 2007
Results for freshman elections
Student Senate freshmen elections end today
Voting will close at 4 p.m. Results will be announced at 6 p.m.
Twenty-four freshmen are running for Student Senate. Candidates submitted biographies to the Kansan.
Student Senate leader reappointed
Barnes elected despite voting dispute
Rachel Barnes, Community Affairs Director for Student Senate, was re-elected Wednesday night. The position serves as a lobbying effort to protect the interests of University students in the city of Lawrence.
Re-approval on agenda for Student Senate
Rumors swirl surrounding petition forms from last year’s election
Former Student Senate member Patrick McGowan was dismissed last year after election commission members discovered he forged signatures on the petition needed to run. The commission discussed Interim Community Affairs Director for the Student Legislative Awareness Board Rachel Barnes’ potential involvement but no file complaint was never filed and Barnes denies any wrongdoing.
Election preparations begin
Freshmen start campaigning for seats on Student Senate
Twenty-six freshmen are running for seats on the Student Senate this year. Candidates began chalking and handing out fliers Monday night.
Student groups need new way to pay fees
Student Senate passes resolution to halt conference fee payments over summer
The executive committee of the Student Senate passed a resolution to stop paying fees for student groups traveling to conferences. The fees were taking up more of the budget than anticipated.
University to review piracy policy
Senate says zero-tolerance policy is too extreme, difficult to enforce
Student senate and University administration have a one-month period to research the new policy’s affect on students.
Parking department holds on proposed office
Director extends deadline for purchasing permits onlineg
Lines at the Parking Department are shorter than usual this year because of new online services.
Convocation marks start of academic year
Students, faculty, staff gather at Lied Center for traditional ceremony
Chancellor Robert Hemenway and Hannah Love, student body president, addressed the crowd and welcomed the class of 2011. Common themes in their speeches were embracing KU tradition and experiencing new opportunities.
Workshops teach women about self-defense
Hands-on lessons will show practical ways to handle violent situations
Rec Fest will include a women’s self-defense workshop taught by local martial arts instructors. The Emily Taylor Women’s Resource Center hosts the workshop, which is free for students.
Senators to discuss Rec parking permits
Meeting with commission to deal with short-term parking
Student Senate and parking department officials are working on a compromise in which students other than those with yellow permits can park at the Rec while working out. Freshmen are not allowed to buy yellow permits.
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