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Simons’ Saturday Column: Interim dean pushed KU engineering school forward
By Dolph C. Simons, Jr.
June 1, 2013
The question of what makes a top-flight university can be answered a number of ways, but, in the end, most observers are likely to say a superior faculty is the most critical factor.
Simons’ Saturday Column: KU’s legislative lobbying effort lacks clout, continuity
By Dolph C. Simons, Jr.
May 25, 2013
The headline states, “KU changing lobbying strategy in middle of state budget fight.” The story said Kansas University officials have decided to change their lobbying tactics with members of the Kansas Legislature by putting long-time contract lobbyist Kathy Damron, figuratively speaking, out to pasture and reassigning her to focus on outreach with “key stakeholders and community leaders across Kansas on behalf of the university.”
Simons’ Saturday Column: How does KU rank in customer satisfaction?
By Dolph C. Simons, Jr.
May 18, 2013
This is a very special weekend in Lawrence as thousands of students from around the country and abroad will be participating in commencement activities at Kansas University.
Simons’ Saturday Column: Lawrence has lost growth, economic momentum
By Dolph C. Simons, Jr.
May 4, 2013
Fairly soon, former and current local city officials should get the message Lawrence is not doing so well as a business center that generates jobs, retail sales and tax revenues and attracts new business and new residents.
Simons’ Saturday Column: Menards again reveals city’s stunted retail thinking
By Dolph C. Simons, Jr.
April 27, 2013
Here we go again. As soon as Menards officials announced their plans to enter the Lawrence market, the usual debate opened up about what stores should be allowed to build in Lawrence.
Simons’ Saturday Column: Universities should put spotlight on academic stars
By Dolph C. Simons, Jr.
April 13, 2013
How long has it been since the university called a news conference to announce a student, faculty member or dean was leaving KU or that an all-star recruit was coming to the campus as a student, faculty member or dean? T
Simons’ Saturday Column: Kansas should work to repeat early KBA successes
By Dolph C. Simons, Jr.
April 6, 2013
The early success of the KBA should serve as an example of what can be done to improve the economic development of the state — if there is visionary leadership.
Simons’ Saturday Column: KU mission should include helping grads find jobs
By Dolph C. Simons, Jr.
March 30, 2013
Kansas University commencement exercises are two months away, on Sunday, May 19. It would be interesting to know what percentage of the graduates have jobs lined up that tie in with their studies at the university. A substantial number of the men and women may be considering graduate studies, and there will be those who choose to enter one of the nation’s military branches.
Simons’ Saturday Column: KU needs new tactics in its pursuit of state funding
By Dolph C. Simons, Jr.
March 23, 2013
Throughout the country, state legislatures are trying to figure out how to accommodate appeals for increased funding for a multitude of programs while also trying to minimize, or even reduce, tax rates on their residents. At the same time, these state lawmakers must factor in the unknowns relative to the level of federal funding their states will receive and how this will affect the overall fiscal picture of each state.
Simons’ Saturday Column: Tax breaks for college athletic ‘charity’ spur scrutiny
By Dolph C. Simons, Jr.
March 16, 2013
Earlier this week, Fox News had a story that should be of great interest to fans of Kansas University athletic programs and those who are generous in their fiscal contributions to the KU Endowment Association. The story told of a $250 million renovation of the football stadium at the University of Washington in Seattle. According to the Fox News report, the current nationwide race for the best football stadiums is the “rage” among universities and their athletics departments. However, “some might be surprised to learn that taxpayers are footing a part of the bill.”
Simons’ Saturday Column: College academic, athletic salaries are out of whack
By Dolph C. Simons, Jr.
March 9, 2013
It is wrong to make comparisons between individuals, their talents, their value to a school, their earning power, their schooling or any other measurements, but the fact is, the primary mission of a university is to teach, inspire and motivate students to be contributing members of our society. Teachers and academic administrators on these campuses are left in the dust when it comes to financial compensation. By Dolph C. Simons Jr.
Simons’ Saturday Column: Solid funding base is best gift for Dole anniversary
By Dolph C. Simons, Jr.
March 2, 2013
In four months, on July 22, the Dole Institute of Politics will be celebrating its 10th anniversary. Also on July 22, Sen. Bob Dole will be celebrating his 90th birthday. These two events should focus attention on the importance of both Sen. Dole and the Dole Institute to Lawrence, Kansas University and the state of Kansas.
Simons’ Saturday Column: Clinic’s high standards provide example for others
By Dolph C. Simons, Jr.
February 23, 2013
“We can no longer take for granted that what makes Mayo so special will continue,” said Dr. Michael Brennan, director of Mayo Clinic’s program in professionalism and ethics. He is a consultant in the division of endocrinology, diabetes, metabolism and nutrition at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., and a professor of medicine. “Rather,” he adds, “we must take deliberate, meaningful steps to make sure the values of professionalism are internalized by all who work here.” Think how great it would be if this were the prevailing philosophy or motto of most private businesses, even our government.

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