Renovation set to begin at Sigma Phi Epsilon

Friday, June 13, 2008

Fraternity members said the construction would improve their living situation but not necessarily attract more students.

Historic Indiana house slated for demolition

Thursday, Feb. 21, 2008

Oread Inn developers will destroy the house to make room for the new hotel.

ResNet moves to Burge Union

Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2008

Over winter break, Resnet moved their location from McCollum Hall to the Burge Union. Union director hopes its new location will be more student-friendly.

New complex may offer nine-hole golf course

Monday, Feb. 4, 2008

The Links at Lawrence would feature a nine-hole golf course, among several other amenities.

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 house the Halloween spirit

Thursday, Oct. 18, 2007

Kacie McClusky and Katherine Moore, Overland Park sophomores, brought a little Halloween cheer to their neighborhood. The two covered their house with tons of Halloween decorations.

‘Student ghetto’ gold mine

Monday, Oct. 8, 2007

Groups search for houses at the beginning of the school year.

University enacts new downloading policy

Monday, Aug. 13, 2007

Access in libraries will still be available to students who have their Internet service discontinued. Students won’t be allowed back on ResNet during entire tenure at University housing.

Students act as own landlords in Ad Astra house

Wednesday, May 9, 2007

After being rescued from demolition for $1, the co-operative Ad Astra house is home for nine students. With sustainable living one of the goals of the residents, improvements are on-going, as are social activities with a twist.

Templin pumps its pride

Tuesday, April 17, 2007

Laura Remington, assistant complex director said the week is to express appreciation for the residents. Events include a toilet paper fashion show and hot dog eating contest.

Rental property licensing may expand

Wednesday, March 28, 2007

Members of the community came out in both support and rejection of the measure. The city wants to ensure the safety of tennants, but additional costs are also a concern.