KU news archive
Tue, 06/05/2012 — Graduating doctoral students Chandra Owenby Hopkins and Boone J. Hopkins received the top awards given by the Department of Theatre during the annual Stage Supper, which was May 4 on the Crafton-Preyer Theatre Stage. During the ceremony, 49...
Mon, 06/04/2012 — More Information Kenneth Spencer Research Library LAWRENCE – A gift of 16th, 17th, 18th and 19th century rare books from Eliot S. Berkley to the Kenneth Spencer Research Library at the University of Kansas will offer scholars new insights into the period in such diverse topics as religion, philosophy, military and political history, geography, biography, social commentary and science. The
Mon, 06/04/2012 — For hundreds of years, paleontologists have added fossils to museums around the world, amassing meticulous records of ancient biology, such as the invertebrate paleontology collection at the University of Kansas Natural History Museum and...
Fri, 06/01/2012 — William Staples More Information Department of Sociology LAWRENCE – The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Kansas awarded the Tony Arnold Faculty Innovation Award to a professor of sociology who is researching the history of the birth certificate. William Staples, professor and department chair of the Department of Sociology, received the Craig
Thu, 05/31/2012 — Leon Greene William Johnson Susan Williams More Information KU News LAWRENCE – Three faculty members at the University of Kansas received the Steeples Award to honor their significant service to the people of Kansas. The recipients of the 2012 Steeples Service to Kansas Award are Leon Greene, associate professor of health, sport and
Wed, 05/30/2012 — Photo from the National University of San Martin Regional Museum More Information Department of Anthropoloogy LAWRENCE – Although more than a decade has passed since Peru's 20-year violent civil war with guerrilla forces ended in 2000, many indigenous Peruvians are reluctant to speak publicly about death and memory – the essence of the truth and reconciliation
Wed, 05/30/2012 — Twenty University of Kansas sophomores from a variety of disciplines were selected earlier this spring to become the next generation of University Scholars. Each student receives a $250 scholarship per semester for five semesters, a faculty...
Tue, 05/29/2012 — While the economy has affected nearly everyone, including higher education leaders, almost none of the people charged with leading their schools and departments have had training in how to deal with financially imposed crises. Two University of...
Tue, 05/29/2012 — Before you toss that old family portrait or stack of letters, remember that it might be history. The University of Kansas Libraries will present "Preserving Family History," a discussion explaining the importance of family keepsakes and how to...
Mon, 05/28/2012 — Lynn Bretz More Information KU News LAWRENCE - Chancellor Bernadette Gray-Little today offered condolences to the family and friends of former University Communications director Lynn Bretz, who died May 27 at her home after a battle with cancer. "Lynn Bretz loved this university and all of the people who call it home. She was a tireless advocate for KU, always
Fri, 05/25/2012 — Paul D. Schumaker More Information Department of Political Science LAWRENCE – Paul D. Schumaker, professor of political science, received the Gene A. Budig Teaching Professorship Award from the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Kansas. Schumaker will hold the title of Budig Teaching Professor for the 2012-2013 academic year and will receive a $
Thu, 05/24/2012 — Sean Foley Joel Griffiths Tonda Hill Leilani Leighton Jill Moenius Ganesh Nair Eli Rosenberg
Thu, 05/24/2012 — More Information Department of Mathematics LAWRENCE – The University of Kansas mathematics department recognized its undergraduate and graduate students and faculty for outstanding academic and teaching achievements at its 55th annual honors banquet April 24 at the KU Adams Alumni Center. This year the math department presented $75,700 in awards and scholarships. Award winners are announced
Thu, 05/24/2012 — George Bittlingmayer, a distinguished professor of finance and economics in the University of Kansas School of Business, is available to speak with media about Europe's financial crisis and the risk of Greece exiting the eurozone. European...
Wed, 05/23/2012 — Nutritional supplements are often associated with athletes and body builders, but a University of Kansas professor is conducting a research project to determine whether they are in fact, effective and if they might be able to help older...
Wed, 05/23/2012 — Mariya Omelicheva has been named the acting director of the Center for Russian, East European & Eurasian Studies at the University of Kansas. After receiving a doctorate in political science from Purdue University, Omelicheva joined the...
Tue, 05/22/2012 — The KU Public Safety Office will conduct an emergency management training exercise May 23 at Corbin Hall, 420 W. 11th St. The exercise will begin at 10 a.m. and run approximately four hours. Annual exercises are conducted to assess and improve...
Tue, 05/22/2012 — The French impressionist Claude Monet once credited flowers as the reason for his "having become a painter." Similarly, the University of Kansas' John Kelly might acknowledge a certain wildflower as ...
Mon, 05/21/2012 — Joshua Rosenbloom, professor of economics at the University of Kansas and associate vice chancellor for research and graduate studies, is en route to Washington, D.C., this summer in a new role. In August, he begins a visiting stint as a program...
Mon, 05/21/2012 — More Information The Bioscience & Technology Business Center at the University of Kansas Medical Center Kansas City, Kan. – The Bioscience & Technology Business Center at the University of Kansas Medical Center (BTBC at KUMC) has secured its fifth tenant. Midwest Energy Solutions, an alternative energy company that designs and installs renewable energy solutions for homes, businesses
