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Kelly Stroda

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Kansan spring positions now open

Graduate student, Ian Cummings named 2012 spring semester.

Kansan.com wins national award

The Associated Collegiate Press awarded Kansan.com its highest honor, the Pacemaker.

Stroda: A makeover for the student voice

The UDK isn't just a newspaper, it's more.

Tragedy in transition: Ed's story

Ed Schroer cared for his ailing father while he was alive and helped support his family after his death.

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Tragedy in transition: Lindy's story

Lindy Anderson had to deal with the death of her father mostly by herself as a sophomore.

Tragedy in transition: Chris' story

Chris Schaadt lost his mother to a cardiac arrhythmia his freshman year of college.

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Tragedy in transition: When death interrupts college

Three students' college experiences were shattered by the loss of a parent.

Kansan jobs posted online

Go to jobs.ku.edu to apply for a position at the University newspaper.

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Blizzard update: Latest information, as it comes in, on snow day No. 2

Classes and campus operations will resume Thursday.

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A strong foundation: Campus architect builds legacy

After a 63-year career, Warren Corman, University Architect, will retire on Thursday.

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Malott Hall evacuated, reopened after reported chemical smell

The chemical smell was not unidentified but it dissipated enough for the building to reopen.

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Hybrid car to roll out of KU shop

Engineering students are designing and building a hybrid car to compete in an upcoming Formula challenge.

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Four Loko, Joose banned in Kansas

The state of Kansas announced a ban on four caffeinated alcoholic beverages Monday.

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Four Loko nixes caffeine

The popular drink no longer contains stimulants, but maintains same alcohol content

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Energy drinks give more than boost

Popular beverages bring energy, possibly negative side effects to students’ lives

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Fast food remains popular, yet unhealthy

A recent survey found that most Americans prefer fast food for its convenience.

Man arrested for altercation at Watson

Police arrested a man, who had previously been banned from campus, after the man tried to hit an officer.

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Deployment life and student life differ wildly for veterans

KU student veterans must adjust to calmer lifestyle after service ends.

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Five flirting styles unveiled

A study within the communications department recently named five styles of getting your game on.

KU EcoHawks convert car to electric

The libraries will use the car to deliver on-campus mail when the project is completed.

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Four Loko raises health concerns

It’s cheap and it’s potent, but its combination of alcohol and caffeine makes for a deceiving drink.

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Voter turnout shrinks from 2006 levels

Fewer citizens, students voted yesterday in Douglas County than during the last midterm election.

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Malott Hall reopened after chemical spill

Malott Hall was evacuated Friday afternoon after a chemical spill on the first floor. No one was injured.

Gas leak reported on West Campus

The University said the area is now safe.

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Professor's research leads to new beetle species

Exploration in South America leads professor to 20 new beetles species.

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Fun-size candy packed with calories

As Halloween approaches, so do fat-filled fun-sized candy bars.

Four students win research awards

The Society for Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science recognized four of the 25 students who traveled to the conference in California.

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School of Pharmacy to be dedicated

The new expansion to West Campus will be dedicated today.

KU Alumnus gives vision to the needy

OJOS: Eyes Toward Progress collects persctiption eyewear and gives them to the needy overseas.

Daisy Hill accident leaves one injured

A car hit a pedestrian outside of Hashinger Hall Monday night.

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Student group gives back to local farms

A campus group spends their weekends helping local farmers.

Report data encouraging for graduate programs

A report from the National Research Council shows promising data for graduate programs.

Grants fund Dyche Hall upgrades

Two awards will allow the Kansas Biodiversity Institute to make renovations to the hall.

Stroda: Time as embed fosters understanding of military

Program leaves reporter with new insights into military culture.

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Boot camp 101: Machine gun training

Reporter Kelly Stroda watched privates in full combat gear learn to handle the weapons.

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Blog: Basic Training

Reporter Kelly Stroda is spending six days at Ft. Leavenworth and Ft. Leonard Wood, Mo learning about the military. This is her blog about the experience.

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Forgotten fruit

Even though eating fruit has major health benefits, college students aren’t getting enough of it.

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Native plants now herbal remedies

Plants are harvested in northeastern Douglas County and then sent to West Campus for research.

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Ancient insects go unseen

KU researcher was part of a team that recently uncovered fossilized remains of prehistoric insect.

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Pollen counts higher than usual

Abundant rainfall earlier this year means more ragweed this fall.

Student Health Services has online help

New online tools help students cancel appointments as well as talk to medical personnel.

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Laptops cause new ailment

Research shows that frequent laptop use puts students at risk for pain and poor posture.

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Huge discovery could mean tiny technology

Spintronics, or spin-based electronics, allows KU researchers to discover a new way to carry information.

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Chocolate, wine — and the color red?

New study shows that women may find men wearing red more attractive.

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Ice sheet research awarded $17.9 million

CreSIS received money to develop and continue polar ice research.

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Turtles crawl into class of their own

KU couple helps residents learn what slinks, hops and squirms in Kansas.

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Two new buildings expand West Campus

More space allows for more enrollment and easier workflow.

Students shift from buying to renting

As textbook prices rise, students consider rental programs that slice costs.

Abandoned bikes won’t get left behind

Student bikes left on campus are donated and refurbished at the Lansing Correctional Facility.

Perseid meteor shower occurs Thursday night

The Perseid meteor shower, which occurs once a year, will be seen tonight.

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