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Try these tips for an eco-friendly ‘green Christmas’

Thursday, Dec. 6, 2007

Giving environmentally friendly gifts, such as a birdhouse or adopting a pet are just two ways to have a “green Christmas.”

Johnson County stigma doesn’t always stick

Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2007

Students from Johnson County make up 41 percent of the University’s population. Although they may never be strapped for cash, these students don’t all fit the “rich-kid” stereotype.

Former Massachusetts governor, presidential candidate to speak

Thursday, Nov. 29, 2007

Michael Dukakis fulfilled his responsibility to the United States by dedicating his life to public service. Dukakis will speak to the public at 7:30 p.m. tonight in the Dole Institute.

Food drive produces more Kansas-Missouri competition

Monday, Nov. 26, 2007

The Kansas and Missouri alumni associations put together a food drive for the Border Showdown. People were able to donate at the game and online for the drive, which became another opportunity for Jayhawk-Tiger competition.

Group resists Black Friday consumerism

Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2007

Not everyone in malls on Friday will be taking advantage of sales. Some people will cut up their credit cards as part of “Buy Nothing Day.”

Dancers to perform after months of rehearsal

Thursday, Nov. 15, 2007

The University Dance Company will perform its Fall concert tonight and Friday at 7:30 p.m. in the Lied Center

Students volunteer at hospital

Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2007

Students donating time at Lawrence Memorial Hospital often get as much out of the experience as they put in.

Students participate in ‘Silent Saturday’

Monday, Nov. 12, 2007

Students and faculty at the University of Kansas gathered Saturday at Ecumenical Christian Ministries to participate in “Silent Saturday.” They were encouraged to read, write or even sleep, as long as they were completely silent.

News Brief: November 9, 2007

Friday, Nov. 9, 2007

Here's what's happening on November 9, 2007

City discusses student housing issues

Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007

City commissioners and members of the Oread Neighborhood Association met Wednesday to discuss solutions to problems in the student-populated area. Neighborhood members complained previously of excessive student partying, blight and unkept housing.

Students create Chipotle ad

Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2007

Today, University of Kansas students may see a life-size Chipotle burrito walking around campus. “Andy Chipotlegs” is not free food, though, but instead the main character in a video that KU students created and that is a finalist in Chipotle’s national contest, “30 Seconds of Fame.”

After-school program entertains kids

Thursday, Nov. 1, 2007

KU organizations and groups are helping with Wednesday Afternoons at Liberty Hall, a program that provides safe, fun activities to junior high students after school.

Students follow national voting trend

Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2007

Candidates uses social networks to reach out to the youth vote

Dole Institute welcomes columnist

Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2007

Robert Novak wrote the column identifying CIA operative Valerie Plame in July 2003. He’ll talk about the controversy and his new book tonight at 7:30.

Dole Institute welcomes columnist

Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2007

Robert Novak wrote the column identifying CIA operative Valerie Plame in July 2003. He’ll talk about the controversy and his new book tonight at 7:30.

Students promote campus sustainability

Thursday, Oct. 25, 2007

During Campus Sustainability Day Wednesday, students talked about ways to reserve resources and promote a healthy environment. They suggested things like turning off the water while brushing teeth and unplugging chargers not in use.

Book drive to benefit KC kids

Thursday, Oct. 25, 2007

The International Children’s Assistance Network and the Honors Program Student Council are collecting used books to donate to Kansas City, Kan. public schools. The drive has collected about 2,000 books so far.

Congressman leaves impression on students

Monday, Oct. 22, 2007

Students who listened to Congressman John Lewis speak at the Lied Center Sunday were encouraged by his message. He told his audience to stand up and say something when they see injustice.

Civil rights leader to receive honors

Friday, Oct. 19, 2007

This year’s Dole Leadership Prize will be awarded to Congressman John Lewis of Georgia this Sunday at the Lied Center.

KU organizations discuss gender role

Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2007

Several KU organizations met with CWS to discuss gender issues and raise awareness. The group also planned community service projects to take place during Women’s History Month in March.

Organization gives students easy ways to get involved

Monday, Oct. 15, 2007

All this week, students can get involved and raise awareness about global issues such as poverty and disease.

News Brief: October 10, 2007

Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2007

KC pubcrawl to raise money for cancer research.

Halloween costumes show to benefit local charity

Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2007

The Social Service League, Lawrence’s oldest charity, only receives funding from its thrift store’s sales and from fundraisers. On Saturday, The Replay Lounge will host one such fundraiser, called “Fashion Monsters.” The fashion show will feature Halloween costumes from vintage clothing stores and performances from local musicians.

Groups comes out for day on Hill

Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2007

Students and staff from Queers & Allies will observe National Coming Out Day a day early today on Wescoe Beach. The setup will include a door to resemble the coming out process.

Take Back the Night to promote awareness of sexual abuse

Thursday, Oct. 4, 2007

Take Back the Night is a national event to educate the public about sexual and domestic violence. The Lawrence event will begin at 5:30 tonight in South Park.

Queers & Allies have the answers

Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2007

The group aimed to increase understanding and acceptance from the straight community. Q&A director Ryan Campbell said the best way to deal with questions is to understand the questions.

New bill eases college costs

Monday, Oct. 1, 2007

President Bush signed a new bill on Thursday that will relieve students of some of the financial strains of going to college. The College Cost Reduction Act will increase Pell Grants and lower interest rates on student loans.

Commission approves boathouse permit

Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2007

The Lawrence City Commission approved a special use permit that would allow the KU Rowing team’s new boathouse to begin being built at Burchan Park Tuesday night.

D.C. conference puts Darfur in the spotlight

Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2007

The group Students Taking Action Now: Darfur, will hold its first national conference from Saturday to Monday in Washington, D.C. Students who attend the conference will have a chance to hear Darfur experts and genocide survivors speak.

Cancer walk holds special meaning

Friday, Sept. 21, 2007

Sara Turnbull’s dad was always involved in cancer research marathons, but after Sara fought cancer herself, the fundraisers gained higher significance for both father and daughter.

Confidential information mishandled

Thursday, Sept. 20, 2007

An anonymous source sent manila envelopes containing private data to the Kansan, The Lawrence Journal-World and The Kansas City Star. Among the materials in the envelopes were social security numbers, credit card numbers and a death certificate.

News Brief: Sept. 20, 2007

Thursday, Sept. 20, 2007

Technology

Internships offer experience in politics

Monday, Sept. 17, 2007

The political science department enrolls students in Washington, D.C., and Topeka internship programs for course credit. An informational meeting at 7 p.m. today will help students learn about the opportunities available.

Campus ministry joins trend with ‘life groups’

Thursday, Sept. 13, 2007

Small-groups for studying the Bible and praying are not new to college students. But until this semester, Wesley KU only held large worship services every Tuesday evening. The ministry has already formed five devotional discussion groups, called ‘life groups,’ and is eager for students to form even more.

Film explores theories on Sept. 11, Iraq

Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2007

A Lawrence nonprofit group is showing the film at 7 tonight in Liberty Hall. The group, Films for Action, wants to provide people with angles on world issues that it says are not covered by mainstream media.

Campus groups to hold 9/11 memorial service

Monday, Sept. 10, 2007

Six years later, and the University of Kansas will still recognize those who lost their lives in the Sept. 11 attacks and those who have died in the aftermath fighting overseas. Important Kansas political figures are supposed to attend the nighttime “Vigil for the Fallen.”

They still have their spirit

Friday, Sept. 7, 2007

Though their ‘Drop City’ is no more, Gene and JoAnn Bernofsky have identified other creative ways to influence society.

Graduates move to Capitol Hill

Thursday, Sept. 6, 2007

Job opportunities in Washington offer good and bad experiences for KU alumni

Former U.S. ambassadors to present “Genocide: What the world can do and should do”

Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2007

Robert Beecroft and Edward Brynn will speak Thursday at the Robert J. Dole Insitute of Politics. Student interest in Darfur prompted the Dole Institute to hold the event.

Dole Institute names fall Fellows

Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2007

Austin, owner of his own political and public relations firm, will use past experience with political leaders to lead the study sessions.

Dole Institute to hold student dinner

Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2007

The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics will hold a free dinner at 5 p.m. today. Students can sign up for weekly study groups lead by Dole Institute Fellows Jennifer Schmidt and Jerry Austin.

‘Barack Chalk Jayhawks’ show support for Obama

Monday, Aug. 27, 2007

U.S. Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) spoke at a rally last Monday night at the Westin Crown Center Hotel in Kansas City, Mo. Thanks to a Facebook group, Kansas City area residents were not the only supporters who attended the rally.

Protesters march for Florida farm workers

Monday, Aug. 27, 2007

The Coalition of Immokalee Workers in Florida wants higher wages for its members. Because Burger King is responsible for the workers’ wages, local opposed residents, including KU students, protested with signs Saturday at the restaurant’s Lawrence locations.

Activists rally at Burger King locations

Friday, Aug. 24, 2007

The Coalition of Immokale Workers represent the Latino, Haitian and Mayan immigrants who harvest produce. Lawrence Fair Food, Kansas Mutual Aid and the Lawrence Coalition for Peace and Justice will march 6 miles for the cause. The march starts 9:30 Saturday.

Former Attorney General Bob Stephan advocates medicinal marijuana

Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2007

Stephan, who is diagnosed with stage four lymphocytic lymphoma, wants to allow new laws for medicinal marijuana use. The issue could come up in future legislative sessions.

Filmmaker remembers historic raid

Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2007

Nearly 150 years ago, William C. Quantrill led an attack on Lawrence that became the single worst civilian masacre of the Civil War. Lawrence filmmaker Ken Spurgeon recently completed "Bloody Dawn: The Lawrence Massacre," a film that commemorates one the darkest hours in the city's history.

News Brief: August 20, 2007

Monday, Aug. 20, 2007

Additional news for August 20, 2007

Students lend hand throughout community

Friday, Aug. 17, 2007

Organizers hope the event will help students connect with their community. Students will meet at the Kansas Union before dispersing to work around town.