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- Opinion: Benghazi triggers a major credibility crisis May 18, 2013 · 45 comments
- Lawhorn's Lawrence: A night of partying in Oread May 19, 2013 · 29 comments
- Opinion: Benghazi, IRS: Son of Watergate? May 15, 2013 · 112 comments
- Gas prices approach record highs May 18, 2013 · 31 comments
- On the street: Would you rather have a lower income tax and higher sales tax, or lower sales tax and higher income tax? May 17, 2013 · 38 comments
- Opinion: Scandals undermine trust in Obama May 19, 2013 · 14 comments
- Tornado watch in effect until 10 p.m. in eastern half of Kansas May 19, 2013 · 1 comment
- Senate approves bill banning use of tax dollars to advocate for gun control May 17, 2013 · 59 comments
- KU student killed in crash on U.S. Highway 59 May 17, 2013 · 39 comments
- Budget provision would block state funding for Common Core standards May 16, 2013 · 74 comments
- Utah walks off with 1-0 baseball win over KU May 18, 2013
- Opinion: K-State's Snyder coaches life, then football May 12, 2013
- Two men shot multiple times early this morning in Lawrence May 19, 2013
- Editorial: Poor process May 19, 2013
- Burgers, bratwurst, gifts and good times: friends tell of homicide victims’ last days May 19, 2013
- KU student killed in crash on U.S. Highway 59 May 17, 2013
- Budget provision would block state funding for Common Core standards May 16, 2013
- Kansas Forestry Service, USDA study finds the value of Douglas County trees May 10, 2013
- Mother, son to graduate from KU together Sunday May 18, 2013
- State Board hears opposition to Common Core Standards May 14, 2013
Lawhorn's Lawrence: A night of partying in Oread
I don't see how this necessarily glorifies binge drinking. It does, however, provide a look inside an aspect of Lawrence (Lawhorn's Lawrence is the name of the feature, after all) that happens regularly. Those whining about this need to lighten up.
May 19, 2013 at 10:47 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Man of Merit: Student overcomes academic probation to become case study in success at KU
Where in the story does it say he received "special help" other than him seeking advice from his teachers? I sure don't see it.
March 3, 2013 at 6:36 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Man of Merit: Student overcomes academic probation to become case study in success at KU
Read the story closer: A KU student-athlete, Gary Green, came up with the concept for the calendar; this student will be part of the calendar, which is now in its fifth year. Mr. Visser was not a student-athlete, and according to the story had to earn back his ROTC status. Regardless, it's a terrific story and I took from it that Mr. Visser learned how to navigate a large campus, cultivate connections and involve himself in things that matter to him. Bravo to his success, which from my point of view was earned by his own commitment to become better.
March 3, 2013 at 6:27 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Kentucky makes mockery of student-athlete hype
The KU men's basketball program is a national leader on the court and off, in academic progress and graduation rates.
http://www.kuathletics.com/sports/aca...
March 26, 2012 at 11:53 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Revered ex-Haskell coach dies at 68
As a young journalist working his way through college as a reporter at the Journal World, I was fortunate to be assigned the Haskell beat. Coach Homeratha was always a delight, ever the respectful, humorous, gracious gentleman; you understood why his players always gave him their best. I am deeply saddened to learn of his passing, and my most heartfelt condolences go out to all those who knew and loved him.
December 30, 2011 at 8:39 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
After dazzling visitors to KU campus for two years, sculpture surrounding tree cut down on Friday
For those who were wondering, the tree was indeed dying prior to the sculpture; it was afflicted with a root disease called verticillum wilt. The condition of the tree had digressed to the point that it was considered a potential hazard. The sculpture was up for 27 months, which is longer than Dougherty's works typically last. If you're interested in seeing more of his art, here's the link to his website: http://www.stickwork.net/
August 20, 2011 at 10:26 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Group to decide how to display James Naismith's basketball rules
In all seriousness, one of the main issues with displaying the rules (or any paper document or work of art) is protecting it from the deleterious effects over time of light, air, humidity, heat, etc. This document is already in a fragile state, so major precautions will be taken to ensure its preservation. It may possibly mean, ultimately, that it cannot be on view at all times.
February 24, 2011 at 1 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Artist has designs on KU tree
Thank you to everyone who is bringing reason to the discourse here. And just to clarify on the questions of funding: the project is made possible by generous private donations and in-kind support from across the community; there are no state funds involved.
May 22, 2009 at 2:20 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Artist has designs on KU tree
We're going to have to agree to disagree. When you have dense groups of saplings, they'll self-select anyway--not many, and certainly not all of them are going to reach maturity. These saplings were responsibly harvested; PhD botanists were consulted, and for most reasonable people, their opinions carry more weight than an anonymous poster on an internet forum.
May 22, 2009 at 10:26 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Artist has designs on KU tree
The trees used in the construction are predominantly Silver Maple and Rough-leaf Dogwood saplings that were harvested from a densely populated, sustainable site west of Lawrence. The Spencer worked closely with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on the harvest--the area where the trees were harvested is, as mentioned above, densely populated, and this will not negatively impact tree growth in the least.
Dougherty’s residency and commission represents yet another Spencer-driven collaborative opportunity that involves KU faculty and students, and the Lawrence community. A project of this magnitude requires a large team and diverse talents, and a wonderful crew of volunteers have made this work possible. Matthew Burke, assistant professor of sculpture, is project site coordinator. KU film student Sandra Ristovska is filming a documentary about the project. Craig Freeman, curator in the Division of Botany for the Natural History Museum and Biodiversity Research Center and associate scientist at the Kansas Biological Survey, was consulted about site selection and the harvesting of saplings. Chris Lecuyer, Clinton Wildlife Area manager for the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, helped secure the harvesting site. Kevin Wilson of First Management Inc. helped bundle, tie, and load material at the harvest site, and delivered the saplings to campus. Numerous student volunteers also helped harvest and deliver the saplings to campus. From KU Facilities Operations, Mike Lang, project manager for landscape and construction, and Bill Siebenaler, engineering technician, provided key logistical support on campus. Students representing diverse disciplines are assisting in the sculpture’s construction.
Financial, physical, and intellectual support for this community-wide project came from a number of sources, including the O'Connor Company-Piller Foundation, Reed and Stacey Dillon, the Capitol Federal Foundation, the School of Architecture & Urban Design, First Management Inc., the School of Fine Arts Department of Art & Design and Department of Theatre & Film, the Natural History Museum and Biodiversity Research Center, KU Facilities Operations Landscape and Engineering, the Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
May 22, 2009 at 9:51 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )