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Michael Holtz

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Holtz: Freedom of speech, freedom to tweet

18-year-old Emma Sullivan was not forced to apologize after a negative tweet about Gov. Brownback.

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Bob Woodward speaks at Dole Institute

Woodward talks about his 40-year career as an investigative journalist at the annual Dole Lecture.

Police continue search for aggravated battery suspect

The incident occurred early Sunday morning in McCollum Hall and left one student with minor injuries.

The Hixson Opportunity Award helps students attend KU

Students must have dealt with personal hardships and have financial difficulties in order to qualify.

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The unsettled life of Sarah Bregman

How one student's tumultuous past gave her a chance for a better future.

Public Safety Office releases photos of suspected 'peeping Tom'

Police are requesting assistance the search for the suspect.

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University requires students in Japan to come home

University officials made the decision after the U.S. State Department issued a travel warning last week.

Homecoming theme announced

The 2011 homecoming theme "From Lawrence with Love" was chosen because of its versatility and potential float options.

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

Classes and campus operations will resume Thursday.

Blizzard waring issued for Douglas County

KU Edwards Campus and Lawrence Public are closed Tuesday.

Lighted pathway approved by CSAB

Path will add lights to the Oread neighborhood, a project long-delayed.

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Housing creates new regulations for students in dorms on break

New policy leaves option to stay in halls other than McCollum open for students

IT officials work on network problems

Students can expect faster login times, wireless Internet after winter break.

Student Senate passes resolution against bullying

The resolution is in response to cyber-bullying that has led to suicides in the LGBT community.

Student Senate drafts bill to reconstruct its Executive Staff

Court of Appeals allows bill to pass, but Rules and Regulations are unclear.

Changes to senate executive board may be delayed

A student senator has asked for an injunction preventing Senate from drafting a bill to change the structure of the executive committee.

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One employee taken to hospital after fire

Fire at Anschutz Sports Pavilion Tuesday morning started in an exterior cooling tower.

Vibrant student remembered at funeral

Family and friends recall Matt Adair in a somber ceremony held in Topeka on Saturday.

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Student Senate launches new website

The site is part of Student Senate's larger rebranding effort.

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Pipes in McCollum Hall cause issues

Rennovations to fix the pipes and mold are set for 2013.

George Woodyard left 'an indelible mark' on KU students and faculty

The 75-year-old KU Professor Emeritus died of cancer on Nov. 7.

“The Big Event” debuts in Lawrence in March

The project started by Texas A&M students is a community service event that aims to give back to college towns.

Lighted pathway project still progressing

The Campus Safety Advisory Board needs more funding to complete the pathway, which would run through the “student ghetto”.

KU in danger of losing research credibility

The University’s low rankings raise possibility of losing membership in the Association of American Universities.

KU gets a 'B' in sustainability

College Sustainability Report Card shows improvement for the University.

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Republican candidates win big in Kansas races

Governor-elect Sam Brownback joins a GOP-run Kansas Legislature, seeks to implement his ‘Road Map.’

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Educators question Brownback's higher education plans

The newly elected governor takes on a system that has suffered $100 million in cuts.

Be unique, go vote

Voter turnout among young people is historically low and this year looks to be no different.

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And the candidates are...

Candidates are outlined for each race with platform statements and general information.

Anschutz plans to fix login problems

After several student complaints about the slow network, KU Information Technology officials promised to work on a solution.

Sustainability workshops available this week

The Center for Sustainability is looking for input on the Campus Sustainability Plan.

Chancellor won't sign national sustainability pledge

Central component of KUnited’s sustainabilty platform will not be signed by Gray-Little, citing time concerns.

Community pushes lighting project forward

The city attempts to get the plan back on track after KDOT rejects its grant application.

Student Senate chooses grad affairs director

The position was created to improve graduate student representation in Senate.

Students form group for KU socialists

Organization seeks to diversify political discourse on campus.

Student senate to create mission statement

A taskforce has been built to write the piece.

Senate says spending is business as usual

Student Senate has spent 30 percent of its budget after two sessions.

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The University's hidden history

Archives reveal glimpses into campus, country and international history.

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Audit at brewery is first step in recycling

Several KU students volunteered at Boulevard Brewing Company on Friday.

Arts center holds fundraiser in memory of KU professor

“Mad for Dance” dedicated to Janet Hamburg, former dance professor, raises money for dance scholarships.

Student Senate creates new graduate position

Student Body President Michael Wade Smith hopes the move will improve relations with graduate students.

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Student designs Underground expansion

Design and construction management's projects also include Marvin Hall and Anschutz Library.

Student senators overcome old coalition allegiances

KUnited's super majority has not prevented active discussion on new legislation.

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Officials agree to Underground expansion

The popular lunch spot on campus will undergo a 139-seat expansion to lighten congestion.

Dance professor dies in New York City

Janet Hamburg, respected professor of dance, died on Saturday, sending shockwaves through campus.

Student Senate approves $24,557 in new funds

A majority of the funds will go to Student Executive Committee salaries.

Senate rule accidentally omitted

The requirement for senators to submit event surveys for funding evaluation was accidentally removed during the summer.

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Student Senate discusses platform goals and changes

KUnited president and vice president plan to focus on their established platforms in Student Senate.

Freshmen candidacy declarations due Tuesday

Students interested in running for Student Senate can find forms in the Senate office or online.

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Financial literacy helps fit the bill

Educating children and college students about managing money may prevent another financial crisis.

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