“Yeah. For me, it would be important to know if my professor was involved in any type of violent or sexual crime.”

— Kolo Chinonge, Kansas University senior, Lawrence

“No. I think they should be hired based on the merits that qualify them for the position and not on the basis of a background check.”

— Clint Wedel, geological information systems manager, Lawrence

“Yes, I believe so. It's a respectable position, and they're not exactly respectable if they have or are trying to cover up a criminal background.”

— Stephanie Langley, Kansas University junior, Lawrence

“I think that university professors should undergo the same scrutiny as any other state employee.”

— Bob Reinsch, technical trainer, Lawrence