Sarah Neff

White Owl's status overrated?

Sarah Neff and Matt Hirschfeld talk White Owl for the Editorial Board.

The immigrant's dream

One woman's journey, one people's hope: a multimedia presentation about the life of a Mexican immigrant.

Students reflect on Crossing memories

The Crossing will shut doors for final time Dec. 20

The last time to visit The Crossing will be Dec. 20. The property was bought by someone planning to place a hotel at its location.

New coalition features new enthusiasm

Apathy, disillusionment sparks Student Senate movement based on student input

Austin Kelly, Lawrence senior and student body treasurer, has created a new Student Senate coalition called Connect. Kelly said he created the coalition to represent students based on their direct input.

ECM won’t sell building to developers

Members of community rally to preserve church

After being approached by developers trying to build the Oread Inn, the Ecumenical Christian Ministries has decided not to sell its building. The ECM now faces the task of raising $700,000 for renovations.

‘Confrontational Evangelist’

Self-proclaimed minister targets deadly college sinnners

Brother Jed, a self-proclaimed preacher, travels around to college campuses in order to target the seven deadly college sinners.

Rock Chalk Revue participants prep for event

Selected groups release names of their skits for upcoming competition in March

For the Greek groups selected to perform in the 2008 Rock Chalk Revue, the work started back in April when the groups serenaded each other to determine partners.

Lawrence Freenet offers to create free wireless for students

University considers options, need for creating free Internet access

The non-profit organization Lawrence Freenet has offered to donate $750,000 to help the University of Kansas create a free wireless network for students.

Border rivalry reaches state leaders

Governors place friendly wager on Kansas vs. Missouri game

Plenty of people place strange wagers on games, but this one comes from the Kansas and Missouri governors. Whichever state’s team loses to Border Showdown will have to wear the winning team’s colors for a day.

Raid rivalry shirt made for personal use

“Scoreboard” shirts referencing Quantrill’s Raid not sponsored by MU

The Missouri alumnus who designed and printed four KU-MU rivalry T-shirts said the shirts were meant to be a personal protest, not an item for mass production.

Panel discusses unrest in Pakistan

Students, professionals hold panel for International Education Week

Recent turmoil in Pakistan has brought the country into the international spotlight, and yesterday, a panel discussion brought the issue to campus. The forum, titled “Turmoil in Pakistan: What are the Options?” was sponsored by International Programs.

Users post secrets online, on cards

PostSecrets.com lets members clear conscience, reveal deepest thoughts

When PostSecrets.com opened, it was just one man’s exploration into his own secrets. It has since blossomed into a Web site that is visited 3 million times a month.

Home game hype attracts bar patrons

Local businesses benefit from Jayhawks’ winning streak

The 9-0 start for the Kansas football team has increased business as local bars in Lawrence. Set’em Up Jacks, Henry T’s Bar & Grill and Quinton’s Bar & Deli are just three bars that have experienced an increase in customers on game days.

News Brief: Nov. 8, 2007

Former president to speak about leadership in Africa

Board meets to discuss building’s future

Ecumenical Christian Ministries leaders look into possibilities of demolition

The home to Veggie Lunch and seven students is under debate. The Ecumenical Christian Ministries board met last night to discuss the future of the building that houses many campus activities.

Covenant Eyes aids porn addicts

Computer program notifies “accountability partner” of questionable sites

Campus Crusade for Christ offers the program on its Web site as a way to help recovering porn addicts monitor their addiction.

Reformed chapter focuses on racial injustice

Members hope to change people’s perceptions on other races

Several events inspired Christopher Reine to restart the University of Kansas chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. The chapter intends to bring attention to racial issues through the help of several events including working to ban affirmative action and a pizza and politics event.

Hispanic high school students to attend summit

Latino organizations to answer questions about college

Hispanic high school students from all over the state of Kansas will be on campus today for the second annual Latino Leadership Summit.

Kansas alumnus’ panel presentation offers solutions

Publications, shareholding plan suggests proactive company ideas

Kansas alumnus Bob Hockett presented a panel at the Kansas Journal of Law and Public Policy Fall 2007 Symposium. Hockett’s several publications and shareholding plan offers goals to aid globalization.

Symposium addresses financial law

International speakers discuss global policy

The Kansas Journal of Law and Public Policy is holding its symposium about international law today. This year’s topic addresses issues in international law and finance.

KU Brazilians celebrate week of culture

Events will continue from Wednesday until Friday

The Brazilian Student Assocation presents a week of food, dance and music.

Gulu Walk raises awareness for African children

International event brings attention to northern Uganda situation

More than 50 University of Kansas students and Lawrence residents participated in the Gulu Walk on Saturday night. The Lawrence group, organized by KU for Uganda, joined with groups in cities around the world to raise money for the orphaned and abducted children suffering in northern Uganda.

Hillel celebrates Shabbat with food drive

All welcome to feast, bring canned goods for the less fortunate

A canned goods drive joins Hillel’s annual Shabbat festivities this year.

Speaker recommends people-first language

Student with disability lobbies for new perspective

Salina senior Angela Lindsey-Nunn spoke about her experiences as a student with a disability. She would like people to refer to her as a person with a disability rather than a disabled person.

Students celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic American Leadership Organization, Boys and Girls Club visit elementary school

Members of HALO and Boys and Girls Club celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month Thursday with students at Cordley Elementary. Students participated in interactive stations to promote the Hispanic culture.

500 non-Muslim students participate in culture

Muslim Student Association concludes Fast-A-Thon, donates check

The Muslim Student Association broke their fast with 500 non-Muslim students last night. The students shared a meal with the association after abstaining from food and drink for one day.

Student questions amount of diversity

Olathe senior wants to end the hype

Marcus Kirby sees a lack of diversity of the University of Kansas. He said that racial stereotypes won’t be overcome if students don’t have examples of diversity in their classrooms.

Hungry for awareness

Fast-A-Thon teaches students about Islam

The Muslim Student Association will hold it’s annual Fast-A-Thon Wednesday. The event will raise money for the Lawrence Community Shelter.

Busch wins race at Kansas City Speedway

Emporia native finishes fifth

Clint Bowyer, Emporia native, finished fifth in the Busch Series race Yellow Transportation 300. Kyle Busch won the race.

Grad student investigates stereotypes in art

Study part of the Mid-American Alliance for African Studies conference

KU graduate student Hilary Hungerford researched a permanent exhibit of African art at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. She will present the results of her research this weekend at the 13th Mid-American Alliance for African Studies at KU.

Chabad student center expands celebration

Sukkot, a Jewish holiday, celebrates Jewish history and the outdoors.

Student to release feature film

“The Devil is an Ass” premieres May 2008

KU student Jeremy Riggs is producing and directing his feature film, based off of his interest in classic theatre. Riggs hopes his film will become recognized by distributors.

Petition supports Israel program

Students propose study abroad policy change

The University’s study abroad policy does not allow students to study abroad in countries with travel warnings issued by the US Department of State. Forty students signed a petition that would allow KU students to study abroad in Israel.

Hispanic Heritage Month begins

Latino greek houses among sponsors for cultural events

Celebrations for Hispanic Heritage Month at the University began Sept. 15 and will continue until Oct. 15.

Program benefits college graduates, schools

Teach for America allows graduates to help children

The program Teach for America sends recent college graduates to low-income schools to help those students succeed academically. Teach for America will place 50 members in the Kansas City, Mo. school district this next fall.

Muslims observe holy month

Ramadan personal journey for observers

For the next month, Muslims across the world will celebrate Ramadan, a month that signifies when the Koran was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad.

Greek houses bring self defense program to campus

Ali Kemp Educational Foundation makes KU the first stop on TAKE Ten tour

Sigma Phi Epsilon, Pi Beta Phi and Alpha Delta Pi helped sponsor the self defense training session provided by the Ali Kemp Educational Foundation. The training will be Wednesday and is available to women ages 14 and older.

Former ambassadors discuss genocide, war

Opinions differ on ethnic cleansing, not on finding solutions for world issues

Former U.S. Ambassadors Edward Brynn and Robert Beecroft spoke to students about world issues in the Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics Thursday. The pair said citizen discussion groups played an important role in spurring the government into action.

Uganda native perseveres through past

Student faced rebel violence, death of father as young child in Africa

Chris “Tito” Okello witnessed unspeakable atrocities before moving to Hutchinson at 16. He now attends the University of Kansas and works to pay his own tuition as well as his brother’s.

Pre-Law Day comes to KU

Event for prospective law students sponsored by the KU pre-law office and Phi Alpha Delta.

Brown bag series kicks off

Representatives share personal accounts in Peace Corps

“Around the World with the Peace Corps” holds series of lectures featuring returned Peace Corps volunteers and their adventures abroad.

KU, Haskell grant winners honored

Research programs encourage diversity

Grants funded by the National Institute of Health assist students who are interested in biological sciences research or graduate school.

Grant allows Global Partners to expand program

New coordinator will help international students make friends, learn about American culture

The Global Partners program matches international students with domestic ones based on mutual interests. Darrell Kendall, the new graduate research assistant for the program, hopes to double the number of students involved.

Greek life numbers on the rise

Fraternities and sororities report increase in recruits

New recruits show dedication as fraternities and sororities welcome new members

New café offers international cuisine

Global Café owners hope to bring unique flavor to Lawrence

The recently-opened downtown café, located on 820 Massachussets St., serves to a diverse and young clientele. Featured items include pressed sandwiches, breakfast items and a full coffee bar.

Geology professor dies at 70

Roger Leroy Kaesler taught at KU from 1965 until his 2006 retirement

Kaesler, professor emeritus of geology, won several distinguished awards during his tenure. A memorial service is set for 4:30 p.m. on Sept. 4 in the Natural History Museum.

Clean water run goes through Lawrence

Around-the-world relay makes exchange at Wells Overlook County Park

Two runners in the Blue Planet Run, a three-month-long relay around the world, passed a baton in Lawrence Saturday. The run helps fund technology to give people access to safe drinking water.

Running for clean water

Members of the Blue Planet Run relay will pass through Lawrence on Saturday

The international relay raises money to ensure that people around the world have access to safe drinking water.

Heat affects move-in day

Students and parents bear 100-degree heat

Tents, ice troughs, drinks and smoothies were provided to students and parents. The housing department changed the move-in time from 8 a.m. to 6:30 a.m. due to the heat.

Drum group promotes African culture

Concert kicks off semester for Kansas African Studies Center

A crowd gathered to listen and dance along Wednesday afternoon at a free concert put on by the Kansas University Drumming and Dancing Ensemble. KUADDE was formed last spring.

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