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KU Today 2006

Everything a new or returning KU student might need to know about the University of Kansas. Includes analysis of KU's tuition increases and academic standing, key figures at the school, examination of the buildings and campuses, challenges facing the students, details of the wide variety of extra-curricular activities, a primer on the KU Jayhawks sports teams, where the university is heading, and all the options Lawrence offers for fun and entertainment.

In depth
KU Edition 2008

Freshman Goodrich could be key
Point guard to be counted on for Jayhawks to overcome last year’s turnover shortcoming
August 16, 2008
Her name conceivably could be construed to mean “Celestial Automobile Tires” and perhaps that’s apropos. Angel Goodrich does indeed come with a smooth set of wheels and, from all indications, is heaven-sent to Kansas University’s women’s basketball program.
Self: Jayhawks have to put celebrations behind, focus on future
Moving Forward
August 16, 2008
Bill Self was truly heartened by the response to Kansas University’s first national basketball championship since 1988. “Overwhelming … cool … humbling,” KU’s sixth-year coach exclaimed of Jayhawk Nation’s celebrating after a 75-68 overtime victory over Memphis on April 8 at San Antonio’s Alamodome.
Jayhawks’ league slate loaded
Heavy hitters Oklahoma, Texas, Texas Tech, Missouri on tap
August 16, 2008
Phil Steele, a college football analyst who annually releases a detailed preseason guide, does not feel particularly good about the Kansas University football team’s schedule.
Bulls formidable foe
August 16, 2008
While the nation’s best nonconference game in 2008 likely will take place when Ohio State and Southern California tangle Sept. 13 in Los Angeles, the most intriguing matchup might very well be Kansas University’s trip to South Florida the day before.
Linebackers provide cornerstone
August 16, 2008
It’s not every day that a college football coach can lose an all-American defensive tackle, a future first-round NFL draft pick and a top-of-the-line defensive coordinator, and still feel pretty good about things at the end of the day.
Reesing back, but cast different
August 16, 2008
There is really no explanation for what happened with the Kansas University offense a season ago.
Can KU come close to staggering success of 2007-2008?
Now what? Football, basketball didn’t lose at home
August 16, 2008
Nothing stills a college campus quite like the home team losing a football or basketball game played in an on-campus facility. Party plans fizzle. Heads hang. Misplays replay in minds and conversations.
Several track and field stars departed
August 16, 2008
On the heels of easily the best year in program history, the 2008-09 Kansas University women’s track and field team will have to overcome a lot of hurdles to reach the same bar as the 2007-08 season.
Rowing team loaded with experience
August 16, 2008
Experience is big advantage when it comes to sports. Especially when it’s in the leadership positions — like point guard in basketball or quarterback in football. Or in rowing, it’s the coxswain.
Bechard facing changing of guard
August 16, 2008
Over the past four years, Emily Brown had been the face of Kansas University volleyball. But in 2008, KU coach Ray Bechard will begin life without the Baldwin City native. And while Brown was an integral player on the court, Bechard already has prepped for the post-Brown era.
Coach Bunge’s outlook: ‘I like what I see’
August 16, 2008
Tracy Bunge can’t help but be optimistic about next spring and her 13th season as Kansas University’s softball coach.
Price counting on ballyhooed recruits
August 16, 2008
Rarely one to avoid hyperbole, Ritch Price nonetheless raised more than a few eyebrows when he announced his group of signees.
Tough schedule beneficial to soccer team
August 16, 2008
The Kansas University women’s soccer team went through murderer’s row a year ago.
Students adapt to text-message alert system
Emergency notifications among steps KU taking to increase security on campus
August 16, 2008
Kansas University continues to fine-tune its emergency messaging system.
Expansion planned to address job growth in pharmaceuticals
August 16, 2008
An aging population and advances in medicine have triggered a need for more pharmacists throughout Kansas and the U.S.

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