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Richelle Buser

Stories by Richelle

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Professor rises up in medicinal chemistry organization

Barbara Timmerman will become the Society of Pharmocognosy president next year.

Students choose non-traditional paths after graduation

Not everyone takes a nine-to-five job right after college.

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Self-defense workshop teaches basics

The Emily Taylor Women’s Resource Center offers free seminars every semester.

BeerGenius spreads knowledge of craft beers

KU graduate Jeff Ward is the website’s ‘resident chef,’ teaching readers how to pair certain beer and food.

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Alumnus opens Jiu-Jitsu school

The Brazilian martial art teaches people to defend themselves from attackers.

New program to teach students money management

The Financial Literacy Program begins aims to provide information students need to handle money

The basics of the BP oil spill

How it happened, who’s affected, and what Kevin Costner has do with it.

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YouTube video featuring students in drag goes viral

Former student’s version of Lady Gaga’s “Telephone” has more than 11 million hits.

Alumnus wins Tony Award

Randy Adams won the award for his work as a producer for "Memphis."

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Jayhawk Motorsports seeking redemption

After complications during its last competition, the Jayhawk Motorsports team has a chance to redeem itself this week

State changing how it handles domestic violence

Parents of murdered student Jana Mackey helping to develop batterer intervention program.

Buser: Manners in the skies

No need for tense situations at 20 thousand feet.

Buser: Ironically, line cutting gets you nowhere fast

Jumping in line may save a few minute, but lose a few friends.

Buser: Don't sideline friends during conversation

Tips on how to avoid making a friend feel like a third wheel.

What's up with that? Inconsistencies among professors

Richelle Buser and Sai Folmsbee discuss a campus problem.

Face off: Should we speak during class?

Two columnists discuss the pros and cons of speaking during lecture.

Buser: Driving rules about more than courtesy

Driving etiquette is a matter of safety.

Buser: Crossed wires in phone etiquette

Digital Age presents new issues in etiquette.

Buser: The fundamentals of tipping

Tipping doesn't have to be complicated, but it does have to be done.

Face off: third person references

Two columnists debate the merits of speaking in third-person.

Buser: How to disarm a mooch

How to deal with friends always asking for "favors".

Buser: Searching for scholarships

There are scholarships out there for everybody, even if you aren't particularly academically skilled.

Buser: Tanning shows to be a deadly addiction

Buser discusses getting over her tanning addiction.

Buser: Rivalry builds school spirit

Illinois senior reflects on four years of participation in Border Showdown

Shorman and Buser: Etiquette still matters

Holding doors open is a courtesy that should be practiced by ladies and gentlemen.

What's up with that? Tips for a better bus ride

Columnists offer suggestions on how to improve the commute.

Buser: Obese undergrads at disadvantage

Negative psychological effects making finishing school more difficult.

Buser: Date rape's demise

New products to test for date rape drugs enter market.

Buser: Homecoming has something for everyone

This year’s festivities will not disappoint if the past three years are any indication.

Buser: Sleep well, avoid stress

College students are putting rest on the back burner.

Buser: Law may lift student debt

Buser talks money, debt and credit.

Buser: Don’t blame Facebook: Narcissism is old news

Social networking sites not to blame for Generation Y selfishness.

Buser: Soldiers spend summer break training for war

Summer looks different for students in the military.

Buser: Keep your resume clear of "truthiness"

Fibbing on your resume may not be worth the risk

Buser: Facebook and GPA staying connected

Whether Facebook helps or dooms your grades is largely up to you.

Buser: Take a second look at summer school

Sometimes it pays off if you're productive over break.

Buser: Tough times, but reason for Jayhawks to celebrate

There's plenty to be happy about when you're at Kansas.

Buser: Universities should leave laptop decision to students

It's inappropriate to punish responsible laptop users for others' messing around in class.

Buser: Internships, for a price

Instead of earning internships, many people simply buy them.

Buser: Meet the 'man-child'

Boys just don't want to grow up.