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KU professor features new mosaic artwork Stephen T. Johnson, a lecturer in the University of Kansas Department of Design, created a public art installation as part of the Public Art Program. Johnson created a tall mosaic to cover the walls of the Lenexa City Center Library.
City Commision
Lawrence will elect its city commission this November. The Kansan spoke to each candidate about why they decided to run and different ways to improve relations between the University and the city.
Chick-fil-a moves to the Union
The restaurant moved out of the Underground. It is now located on the third floor of the Kansas Union where the Panda Express used to be.
New Emily Taylor Center director
Over the summer, Bulaong Ramiz-Hall was named director of the University of Kansas’ Emily Taylor Center for Women & Gender Equity. The former director of the Emily Taylor Center, Kathy Rose-Mockry, retired after over 20 years in her position.
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Students return to campus to find a changing alcohol climate Nicole Asbury @NicoleAsbury
As University of Kansas students return for classes, they will find a campus climate that’s become increasingly more open to alcohol but, at the same time, a city cracking down on underage drinking. Kansas Athletics announced in July it would sell beer and wine at home football games — an initiative University students previously expressed they wanted. But students will also find more stringent policing on underage drinking. Local law enforcement agencies are continuing their grant to find people using fake IDs at Lawrence bars and liquor stores. The University remains a dry campus. No alcohol is permitted in any classroom settings or residence halls, according to KU policy on alcohol service at events. And all newly enrolled students at the University are required to take AlcoholEdu, an online course used to spread awareness about drinking and its effects.
“We’re just going to have to play it by ear.” James Anguiano Deputy Chief, KU PSO
But as of 2019, students can sit down for a beer at the stadium. Additionally, last semester the Kansas Union announced plans to open a pub on the first floor. Alcohol at football games Kansas Athletics tested alcohol sales at baseball, softball and soccer games in 2017. In 2016, the University began selling alcohol at Lied Center and Spencer Art Museum events, according to a 2018 article in the Kansan. After testing alcohol sales at different campus events and finding success, Kansas Athletics decided to start selling alcoholic beverages at home football games. “Fans have told us that one
of the best ways to enhance their experience at Kansas Athletics events is for them to have the ability to enjoy beer and wine, and we are pleased to provide this opportunity,” said Jeff Long, Kansas Athletics director, in a July press release. Campus police don’t anticipate changing strategies at football games, said Deputy Chief James Anguiano of the KU Public Safety Office. Alcohol had already been sold in premium seating areas and in suites at Memorial Stadium. Plus, fans were allowed to tailgate and drink outside the stadium. “We’re just going to have to play it by ear,” Anguiano said. “And if we have to adjust the way we patrol around the stadium, then we’ll adjust as needed.”
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Ding Tea opened Aug. 10.
Lawrence opens a new boba tea shop Wyatt Hall
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Boba tea, also known as bubble tea, has seen a recent explosion in the United States — and Lawrence. Ding Tea is the latest boba tea shop to open locally, and it’s wanting to bring an authentic experience to anyone who stops by for a drink. The shop is located at 1004 Massachusetts St. Kieu Nguyen, the owner of Ding Tea, is a Vietnamese immigrant who grew up drinking different boba teas and wanted to eventually create her own boba tea establishment to share the experience with others. After having lived in Kansas for about five years, she said she was drawn to Lawrence and decided she wanted to set up shop here. “[S]he was always on Mass Continue on page 7
Fake ID 101 While Kansas Athletics rolls out its new alcohol policy at the Continue on page 2
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Electric scooters in Lawrence?
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Alcoholic beverages will now be sold at football games in Memorial Stadium.
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Secondary has a chance to be the defense’s weapon in 2019.
Construction on 19th Street and Iowa Street has been extended into the 2019-20 school year, causing potential roadblocks for students. Having previously been scheduled for completion in August
around or before the time students return, the reopening of the intersection of 19th Street and Iowa Street has been delayed until October. Final completion of the project is scheduled for November, with the tunnel under Iowa Street opening at that time. Beyond road closures and detours, the effects of the 19th Street
construction have been felt in the Lawrence bus system. Bus routes 11, 27 and 38, having previously gone through the affected area, have had to work around the roadblocks causing the bus schedule to be slightly off. “Any detours buses have to make to get around traffic can Continue on page 2
After much discussion throughout the summer, electric scooters may soon be making their way to the University of Kansas campus. During a special session on Aug. 5, the Lawrence Transportation Commission voted to create a pilot study to test different electric scooters and determine any safety measures that might need to be added to different products. Commissioners are still determining what this pilot study will involve, but the concern for safety led their conversation. During this session, Continue on page 2
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FBI investigates alleged criminal activity at KU Sophia Belshe
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The Federal Bureau of Investigations was investigating alleged criminal activity at a research facility for the University of Kansas, reports said Tuesday afternoon. Andy Hyland, a spokesperson for the University, confirmed law enforcement was present on campus Tuesday, he said in a statement to the Kansan. Hyland said there is no threat to public safety. The FBI was present at the University’s Life Sciences Research Laboratories complex, located at 1501 Wakarusa Drive. The Kansan reached out to Bridget Patton from the Kansas City, Missouri, Division of the FBI, but did not receive a response by
time of press. The complex houses research offices associated with the University’s Center for Environmentally Beneficial Catalysis, as well as the Bioscience and Technology Business Center Expansion Facility. The Lawrence Journal-World reported Tuesday afternoon the FBI was investigating alleged criminal activity on the University of Kansas Lawrence campus. The Journal-World reported that cars with U.S. government tags and an unmarked van, which appeared to be a mobile crime lab, were in the parking lot. When a Kansan reporter went to the complex on Tuesday at about 4 p.m., the cars were no longer there.
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commissioners heard the case for Bird and VeoRide scooters coming to Lawrence and had the chance to question representatives of each company about safety and other concerns. “This isn’t a contest of deciding which company gets to bring their scooters to Lawrence,” said Steve Evans, chair of the transportation commission. “This was the start of a conversation between the producers of these scooters and the City of Lawrence to make sure these products are safe for us and are the right thing for the city.” Student body president Tiara Floyd made it one of her administration’s missions to bring e-scooters to KU campus and
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simple bus routes,” Floyd said in her public comment to the Transportation Commission. “Public transportation like this means freedom for all students who can’t afford their own vehicles or a parking pass.” Kansas law does not directly make electric scooters illegal, but individual cities hold the power to ban these scooters in their streets. Representatives from VeoRide and Bird both stated that they wished to work with the commission to follow the city’s wishes for safety and speeds of scooters. The timeline for electric scooters coming to Lawrence is unclear at this time, but according to Evans, this is a step forward. “We still have a long way to go ahead of us,” Evans said. “This conversation is just beginning, and there are a lot of questions left to answer before we’ll be ready for these scooters to hit the streets.”
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stadium, Lawrence law enforcement will begin the second year of its grant toward stopping underage drinking and fake ID use. The Kansas Department of Transportation, the Lawrence Police Department and KU PSO received about $30,000 to fund a task force called Fake ID 101. LPD declined to comment on how much of a difference the grant has made. Members of the task force last year went to restaurants, liquor stores, bars and house parties to find minors in possession of alcohol. From Aug. 31 to Oct. 31, 2018, LPD issued 137 citations for minors in possession of alcohol and 200 citations for fake IDs. Not necessarily all of the citations are directly tied to periods when the grant was in effect, said Sgt. Amy Rhoads, a spokesperson for LPD. Anguiano said the grant made a difference in attendance at bars. “There were times establishments didn’t have very many people in them,” Anguiano said. The grant will be in effect through the fall semester.
cause a ripple effect across the entire days’ schedule,” said Aaron Quisenberry, associate director of parking and transit. “At first they may be only a few minutes off, but, without the bus app being updated, bus times could be entirely unforeseeable as the day goes on.” In addition to some slower bus routes, the construction has caused a higher volume of drivers on 18th Street and could cause congestion in the upcoming school year, according to Quisenberry. “With one street down, that just transfers the load onto the next
used it as a platform during elections last spring. Floyd and Internal Affairs Director Addison Henson attended the Transportation Commission session in order to make a public comment on what the electric scooters would do for the University. “For students who come here from other countries and don’t have a way of getting around, these scooters could give them the mobility they need beyond
street on campus, and this could easily cause a bit more traffic on 18th Street,” Quisenberry said. “There are plenty of other ways
“The construction will not affect move-in day for Daisy Hill residents.” Sarah Waters Director of Student Housing
off campus, but we’re just going to have to see how much traffic this causes.” Delays in construction stemmed from multiple issues that plagued the construction crew throughout the summer. Lawrence experienced an ab-
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Then-junior Matt Lorenz uses Lime-S in Kansas City to get around quickly.
normally high amount of precipitation causing construction to be paused multiple times. Beyond the weather, utility conflicts, design revisions and additional work have also caused construction to slow down at multiple points over the summer, according to project manager Andy Ensz. “There have been a variety of reasons for the design revisions including utility conflicts, unknown site conditions and additional work,” Ensz said. “But project costs remain within the budgeted amount.” The construction will not affect move-in day for Daisy Hill residents, according to Director of Student Housing Sarah Waters.
Fake ID Citations Between Aug. 31 and Oct. 31, 2018, LPD issued 200 citations for fake IDs
MIP Citations Between Aug. 31 and Oct. 31, 2018, LPD issued 137 minor in possession citations
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KU research leads tech-ed for former female inmates Nicole-Marie Konopelko @NicoleKonopelko
In September, a research team at the University of Kansas will begin a $1.4 million National Science Foundation grant-funded project to provide online and offline technology education for women released from jail or prison. Hyunjin Seo, an associate professor of digital and emerging media, will be leading the three-year project. Seo said the purpose of the project is to help bridge the gap between male and female inmates. According to the most recent statistics from the Federal Bureau of Prisons, there are 164,263 males in federal prison, compared to only 12,486 females. Because females are outnumbered, Seo said most post-incarceration programs are geared toward males. Her team will develop a curriculum tailored toward a total of 300 former female inmates who will be selected with community partners. During the first year of their project, the researchers will conduct surveys and interviews with the participants, Seo said. In the spring of 2020, they will provide them with weekly classes taught at Kansas City public libraries, as well as access to a site and mobile application for online and virtual meetups, according to a KU press release. Topics to be taught include word processing, website creation, information privacy and online security. Participants can take a second year of classes to delve deeper and learn basic coding.
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Hyunjin Seo, the founding director of the Center for Digital Inclusion, is leading the $1.4 million grant-funded project.
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Source: Federal Bureau of Prisons. This data was last updated Aug. 10, 2019.
“What we know for sure is that from our conversations from employers, these are technology skills that are increasingly
expected from their current or prospective employees,” Seo said. Three graduate students, two undergraduate students and postdoctoral fellow Marissa Wiley will help the team with research. First-year doctoral student Darcey Altschwager will be one of the graduate students involved in the project. Altschwager first started working with Seo in 2017, when Seo was using smaller grants from the Center for Digital Inclusion to teach basic computer skills to a group of formerly incarcerated women. “I want to do the best that I can on this project to make sure that
we can help as many people as we can in the Kansas City community or outward, and to make sure that this project can and that it reaches its full potential,” Altschwager said. Other members of Seo’s research team include KU associate professors Hannah Britton (political science and women, gender and sexuality studies) and Megha Ramaswamy (preventive medicine and public health). The team will also collaborate with the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Computing and Engineering, Kansas City Area Education Research
Consortium and the University’s Advanced Learning Technologies in Education Consortium. At the conclusion of the course, each former inmate will receive a certificate. In the spring of 2022, the researchers will evaluate the results of the program. “I have always been passionate about how scholars can work with community partners to provide relevant resources for underserved populations, so this project is in line with that,” Seo said.
KU rec center repurposes racquetball court into new ‘functional fitness’ space
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The Ambler Student Recreation Center is free for students.
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The new fitness space in the Ambler Student Recreation Center replaces a raquetball court.
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One of the Ambler Student Recreation Center’s four racquetball courts is being repurposed into the facility’s first functional fitness space. The fitness space will open by the first day of classes, Aug. 26, said Jill Urkoski, the rec’s associate
director of program management. But it could open earlier, depending on when usage policies and final deliveries are prepared. The rec’s new, student fee-funded space will have multiple pieces of functional fitness equipment, including crescent-shaped weights called Bulgarian Bags as well as Marpo Functional Tire Trainers, which are large, tire-
shaped weights that can provide a full-body workout when flipped. According to the Mayo Clinic, functional fitness is a form of exercise that trains the muscles to work together in preparation for daily tasks, such as vacuuming or carrying groceries. “Functional fitness is really like more natural and common patterns,” Urkoski said. “Essentially,
it’s helping you for real-life movements and activities that you’re going to do. It’s not really about necessarily how much weight you’re lifting right. It’s more about the movement and your posture combined together.” A worldwide survey conducted by the American College of Sports Medicine’s Health and Fitness Journal established functional fitness as one of the 20 identified fitness trends for 2019. Urkoski said Kansas State University’s fitness center also repurposed some of its racquetball courts into functional training spaces during facility renovations. Construction of the new space first began in May, Urkoski said, after the conclusion of a univer-
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sity-needs assessment survey two years ago. Then, students collectively identified strength training space as the second most needed addition to campus. “Functional fitness has really grown trend-wise all across the U.S.,” Urksoki said. “This just gives another whole component of exercise equipment and different types of exercises that students can utilize to stay healthy, have some stress relief, be able to get back to their academics after coming in and enjoy some free time getting away from academics.” Updates on the fitness space’s construction progress can be found on the rec’s Facebook and Instagram pages.
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New meal plans come with 15% discount at on-campus locations Lucy Peterson
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The University of Kansas Dining Services has changed its dining plans for the 2019-20 academic year, offering three plans that give students a set amount of money on their plan rather than meal swipes. The three plans are Gold, Silver and Bronze, which students pay for when purchasing the plan. The Gold plan is $2,205 per semester, Silver is $2,133 per semester and Bronze is $1,842 per semester. “[The dining plans] are no lon-
ger made up of a certain number of allotments of meals plus some amount of dining dollars on them,” said Director of KU Dining Services Jim Schilling. “They are now all dining dollars, so the plans are entirely declining balance.” Instead of having a certain number of weekly swipes, students will use their meal plan to pay $5.50 for breakfast and $8.25 for lunch and dinner at Mrs. E’s, North College or South Dining Commons on campus. The meal plan can be used at any campus dining facility including the DeBruce Center, the Underground
and the Market in the Kansas Union. The new meal plans also include a $425 Dining Plan Dollars option for students not living in dorms, who aren’t required to purchase a meal plan. “Our goal and intention with these new plans is to do what we can to make it more affordable to dine on campus,” Schilling said. Any student who has a dining plan or a $425 plan will receive a 15% discount at all 22 on-campus dining locations. Because BeakEm-Bucks aren’t part of KU Dining, the discount won’t apply if
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Meal plan purchasers will receive a 15% discount at 22 on-campus dining locations.
they’re used. Additionally, KU Dining hasn’t increased the price of a meal plan from the 2018-2019 academic year, maintaining a flat rate for each plan. It hasn’t had to raise the prices of retail items due to the change in meal plans, with an exception of a 2-3% increase on Pepsi products. “Things like the world-famous crunchy chicken cheddar wrap that were $5.50 last year, they’re still $5.50 this year, but if you have a dining plan it’s 15% less than that,” Schilling said. Another change to the new dining plan is the ability to add more money onto an existing plan whenever it’s needed. Students who don’t want to spend the money on the Gold plan can purchase the Bronze plan and add money as it’s needed. Money allotted for the fall semester that isn’t used will roll over to the spring semester, and the remaining spring balance will roll over to the next fall semester, if the student chooses to purchase a plan for the following year. In the past, if a student didn’t use all of their meals in a single week, the remaining meals didn’t roll over. “[The dining plan] was the next logical step in our vision to allow students to eat everywhere on campus and make their dining dollars go further,” said Assistant Director of Retail Dining Justin Lee. KU Dining presented this new plan to on-campus student organizations, such as Association
“Our goal ... is to do what we can to make it more affordable to dine on campus.” Jim Schilling, director of KU Dining Services
of University Residence Halls (AURH) and Student Senate, to seek feedback and approval. “We’ve received overwhelmingly unanimous approval for these new plans because I think students get the benefit for them,” Schilling said. “In the past, our two biggest complaints or requests from students about their dining plans were, one, ‘Why can’t I just use my plan wherever I want whenever I want?’ And two, ‘Why don’t I get the value of my meals back?’ With this new plan, we’ve eliminated those two complaints.” Students will be able to check their balance on the KU Card Center website, and their remaining balance will be printed on receipts when the plans are used at on-campus retail locations. “Our ability to help students manage college expenses is really the key driver behind our change to this plan,” Schilling said. “It’s really important to us that students are able to afford college, and we can control the expense of the food or how students buy the food so that’s why we put these plans together.”
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KU alum to open ‘music lover’s paradise’ Rylie Koester @RylieKoester
A new downtown guitar shop plans to donate a portion of its revenue to Lawrence-based charities and community programs. Guitarma — a combination of “guitar” and “karma” — will have its grand opening Friday, Aug. 30, at 5 p.m. at 726 Massachusetts St. “I know for so many community charities, a little bit can go a long way,” said Casey Green, the owner of Guitarma who also graduated from the University of Kansas in 2006. Although the exact percentage of revenue that will be donated to local charities hasn’t been determined yet, Green said he plans to donate to local programs like Just Food, the Willow Domestic Guitarma The new downtown guitar shop plans to donate a portion of its revenue to Lawrence-based charities and community programs. Guitarma — a combination of “guitar” and “karma” — will have its grand opening Friday, Aug. 30, at 5 p.m. at 726 Massachusetts St.
Violence Center and early childhood programs. Green said he plans to encourage community engagement by holding a vote to help decide which organization will receive the proceeds. Green has played the guitar since he was in the third grade. He also played in local Lawrence bands during high school and college. After graduating from the University, Green worked in the advertising and marketing industry for years. He said it has given him foundational knowledge of how to run a business. “I’ve always had delusions of rock star grandeur,” Green said. “I think as soon as I figured out that that was probably not as likely to happen as I had hoped, this was always kind of my fallback.” Guitarma will sell guitars, guitar accessories, vinyl records and other music memorabilia. In the future, Green said he also plans to offer lessons and repair services. “One thing that I want to do to make it a little bit different from some of the other shops is have it be a little bit of a music lover’s paradise,” Green said. Green collects some music memorabilia that he plans to sell
at Guitarma — and it’s something that other music stores in Lawrence don’t sell, Green said. “I want to have a couple of old 50s and 60s jukeboxes in here for sale, but mostly just for catching people’s attention as they walk by and see something that they haven’t seen since a Pizza Hut in the 80s,” Green said. Danny Corwin, owner of Corwin Guitar Co. in Topeka, Kansas, will assist Guitarma with repairs that might be beyond the scope of the store. Green has been a customer of Corwin’s for years, and the two have become friends. Corwin said Green “means really well and treats people well” and that he’s knowledgeable about the guitar industry, which will help his store do well. “I think that those personality character traits will really be useful and really benefit Guitarma because he’s just a delightful guy,” Corwin said. Having grown up in Lawrence, Green knows the other music shops in town well. He said he hopes to co-exist with the other music stores for as long as he can. “When it comes to music, you can never really have too much of a good thing,” Green said.
Sylas and Maddy’s to relocate this year Annie Soener
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This story was originally published July 24, 2019 and has been updated. Downtown ice cream shop Sylas and Maddy’s is getting a makeover. The shop will move to 1101 Massachusetts St. later this year, neighboring Mass Street Soda. Manager Kaitlynn Ellis said a more spacious establishment helps to ensure more business and less time waiting in line. “We’ve been looking for a while to expand; we’re just so busy,” Ellis said. The new location is listed in the National Register of Historic
Places, said Lynne Zollner, historic resources manager for the city of Lawrence. Zollner reviews building permit plans for historic buildings. The building recently underwent a renovation rehabilitation project, so Sylas and Maddy’s could move in. The restoration of the building is referred to as “tenant finish.” These finishes include plumbing, electrical, mechanical, flooring, cabinetry and ADA compliance. As Zollner worked with the historical aspects of the building, plan examiners scoured building plans to ensure the proposed work met building and fire codes. It is the responsibility of the owner or owners of buildings and businesses to hire professionals
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Shop owner Casey Green plans to sell guitars, memorabilia and more.
“We’ve been looking for a while to expand.” Kaitlynn Ellis Manager of Sylas & Maddy’s
that specialize in designing and drafting building plans. Once that’s in place, the city reviews these plans to ensure they are up to code. In short, the owner of Sylas and Maddy’s hires an architect, and the city steps in to review those plans. Sylas and Maddy’s is still open at 1014 Massachusetts St.
Board game bar to open on Massachusetts Street Stephanie Morales Macedo @StephanieMM2000
This story was originally published July 17, 2019. It has since been updated. Board games, grub and mead. RPG, which stands for Restaurant, Pub, & Games, will have its grand opening on Sept. 19 at 4 p.m., according to a message from the group’s Facebook page. “We are aiming to be a hip community gathering space for adults from all social circles to connect face to face,” said Matt Pool, vice president of development. Matt said the idea came from a desire to create a place where people could go offline and play some board games. RPG serves alcoholic beverages and chef-prepared American-style food. The establishment is currently for anyone 18 years old and older, but there is a plan to drop the age restrictions on Sundays. “We want this to be a place where adults can hang out, whether it is a date night, girls’
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Sylas and Maddy’s new location will ensure more business and less time waiting in line.
night out, bachelorette party, etc.,” said Betsy Pool, vice president of marketing and research. Matt said there are more than 1,000 games available at RPG. The bar and restaurant has classics, such as Monopoly and Yahtzee, and newer ones like Photosynthesis and Wingspan. Betsy said they also plan to have special events, such as trivia and tournament nights. “We thought having a board game bar is just what Lawrence and KU needs — another adult community space,” Betsy said. RPG has been a work in progress for two years but is on track for its fall opening. “We wish we could open sooner, but we are excited to see everyone there this fall,” Matt said. The entire RPG team is from Lawrence and wants to give back to the community. “We are excited to be a bigger part of a town we love and to provide a hub in downtown Lawrence for people to meet, hangout, play games, have a drink and enjoy great food,” Matt said.
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At RPG, patrons will be able to play board games with food and drinks.
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2019 Kansas State fiddling, picking championships Aug. 25 at noon at South Park
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Posters outside The Granada advertise the artists who will perform at the venue soon.
Live shows coming to Lawrence Mason Ramsey Yodeling internet sensation coming to The Granada in October Wyatt Hall
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College can be extremely stressful, but that doesn’t mean you can’t go and enjoy yourself every once in a while with some music or other performances around Lawrence. Here are some upcoming fall shows at The Granada and the Lied Center to relieve some of that tension from exams and deadlines: Bad Suns | Sept. 7 at The Granada The Los Angeles-based alternative rock band Bad Suns kicks off the fall concert season with a sound that combines gritty guitar and melodic piano following its release of “Mystic Truth” in March. American Football | Sept. 13 at The Granada Another rock band that’s a little more indie is also coming to The Granada with music from their 2019 “LP3.” The band’s music has a much softer vibe than the others on this list, so prepare for a more relaxing sound at this show. Buddy Guy | Sept. 17 at the Lied Center A blues legend and one of the best guitarists of all time, according to Rolling Stone, Buddy Guy is coming to perform at the University to remind us all what he states
in the name of his latest album: “The Blues is Alive and Well.” Phony Ppl | Sept. 23 at The Granada Billboard-charting Phony Ppl brings a blend of funk, R&B and hip-hop to The Granada in late September to put on a party of a show. Fans can look forward to dancing the night away at this show. Of Mice and Men | Sept. 29 at The Granada One of the more popular artists on the list, Of Mice and Men comes to The Granada to finish off the last weekend of September. Peaking at number one on Billboard’s Rock and Independent charts, along with their dedicated fanbase, this will be one rocking performance. Injury Reserve | Oct. 5 at The Granada If you’re looking for a little more rap, Injury Reserve is the show for you. Compared to A Tribe Called Quest and Brockhampton, this alternative hip-hop trio will be showcasing its newest self-titled album that features big names like Aminé, DRAM and Rico Nasty. Rent (20th Anniversary) | Oct. 6 at the Lied Center The 20th anniversary tour of the Tony Award-winning musical is coming to Lawrence this year. Rent follows “an unforgettable year in the lives of seven artists struggling to follow their dreams without selling out,” the website says. You may recognize popular songs from the show such as “Seasons of Love” and “Out Tonight”
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The Granada, located on Massachusetts Street, is one of the most popular venues for concerts.
Mason Ramsey | Oct. 19 at The Granada The yodeling social media sensation Mason Ramsey will hit the Granada in October following the
release of his first EP, “Famous,” last year. The young star will be performing a mix of country and his signature yodeling alongside some yet-to-be revealed special
guests. Look out for this one. If you haven’t already heard people talking about it, you will.
Coffee near me: LFK caffeine stops Rylie Koester
pus. McLain’s Market is a Kansas City-based business that opened its third location last year. It serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks and pastries. Hours: Sunday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Monday to Friday 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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Coffee shops make for great places to hang out, study or grab delicious coffee and a snack. With several coffee shops in Lawrence, it’s hard to find which one suits your needs best because each has its distinctive offerings and unique personality. From downtown local establishments to hidden hangouts, here are some of the many coffee shops in Lawrence: Alchemy Coffee and Bake House | 816 Massachusetts St. Alchemy opened its downtown location last year. Study, hang out or grab a bite to eat at this bright shop downtown. Alchemy sells breakfast, lunch and baked goods, such as muffins, cookies and biscuit sandwiches. Hours: Sunday to Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Decade | 920 Delaware St. Decade is located in east Lawrence in the Warehouse Arts District. Sit outside on Decade’s spacious patio and enjoy a drink, baked good, breakfast, brunch or lunch.
S&S Artisan Pub and Coffeehouse | 2228 Iowa St. S&S features a large dining space to eat, grab a drink or study. It serves coffee, cocktails, pastries and vegetarian and vegan food. The shop also hosts local musicians on select nights, so check its Facebook page for upcoming events. Hours: Monday to Saturday 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Kansan file photo
Alchemy Coffee and Bake House is one of many coffee shops in Lawrence.
Hours: Sunday 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Monday to Thursday 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Friday 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Java Break | 17 E. 7th St. Java Break serves drinks, food, baked goods and has a cereal bar where you can mix and match up to three kinds of cereal with your
choice of toppings. You can also grab a board game if you get done studying before the shop closes at midnight. Hours: Sunday to Saturday 7 a.m. to midnight McLain’s Market | 1420 Crescent Rd. Grab a bite to eat and study at this coffee shop right next to cam-
Z’s Divine Espresso | 914 Massachusetts St. Z’s moved its downtown location to Massachusetts Street last year. This cozy shop has a full service coffee bar with specialty coffee drinks made from certified organically grown coffee, according to its website. Z’s also has two more locations in Lawrence at 1800 E. 23rd St. and 2351 W. 31st St. Hours: Monday to Saturday 7
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a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. 1900 Barker Bakery and Cafe | 1900 Barker Ave. This bakery and café opened in 2015 with its name inspired by its location. 1900 Barker serves artisan breads, pastries, coffee and rotating seasonal specials. It also has a small outdoor back patio perfect for studying or hanging out on a nice day. Hours: Tuesday to Friday 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. More coffee shops in Lawrence: Aimee’s Coffeehouse 1025 Massachusetts St. The Bourgeois Pig 6 E. 9th St. Henry’s Coffee Shop 11 E. 8th St. J&S Coffee 4821 W. 6th St. La Prima Tazza 638 Massachusetts St. Milton’s Café 901 New Hampshire St. If you have a favorite coffee shop not included in this list, email rkoester@kansan.com.
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Street for the KU parades and other things,” said Nguyen’s business partner, Dat Co. “She always kept an eye on trying to save up money to open up on Mass, so in a sense, she’s living out her dream from many years ago.”
“There are a lot of college students from China, Taiwan, and Korea ... boba can remind them of their families or hometowns.” Kieu Nguyen Owner of Ding Tea Emma Pravecek/KANSAN
While the goal of Ding Tea is to expose customers to the world of boba tea that Nguyen has enjoyed her entire life, she also said she hopes international students can feel a sense of home away from home. “There are a lot of college students from China, Taiwan and Korea, and many of them like the boba a lot. It can remind them of their families and hometowns,” Nguyen said. “I want young American people to try it too.” Co said the tea is imported from Taiwan. The shop offers a variety of
Customers drink boba tea at Ding Tea, a new bubble tea shop that offers unique flavors and ingredient combinations.
boba options, ranging from tapioca to its signature golden boba. Co said once you add in various teas, there are more than 1,000 combinations to choose from. “The goal is to give a consistent experience as well as offer something new every time you come back,” Co said. Co said he hopes the store can become an escape for studying or other activities for students at both the University and local high schools, especially once the store expands its menu with pastries
and other foods to enjoy while working. “We want to create a studying environment for students to come in, relax, have a drink or snack and get stuff done,” Co said. The store offers free internet, board games and plans to broadcast KU sporting events. Ding Tea had its grand opening Aug. 10 and 11. “The turnout has been great,” Co said. “We’ve already had some people coming in almost every day since we’ve opened.”
The store also plans to give back to the community by helping with fundraising for local student organizations. Ding Tea looks to be the next hangout spot for quality drinks and other treats, and it’s ready to become a bigger part of the community that gave them a place to stay, Co said. “We are extremely excited to be here,” Co said. “We want to offer a quality product and a quality service, so we hope you give us a chance.”
Ding Tea Open weekdays 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and weekends 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. 1004 Massachusetts St.
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Aroog Khaliq The back to school season carries its own cliches with it, among them breathless urgings to be excited but not stressed, to be prepared but not rigid, to dream big but not expect too much. It’s all about the future and the contradictory ways in which we should receive it. It can be maddening to navigate such directives, and more maddening still to look to the future with tunnel vision, so I propose something else: Herald the new academic year by looking first to the past. There is value in reflection, whether it entails a morning meditation session or gazing sightlessly at your ceiling before bed, when it is done with a purposeful lens. Wandering the paths of memory can be as harmful as it can be helpful, but trudging through the graveyards of the mind with an intention to wring out some pattern or lesson or cause for gratitude is worth the bruises. At the very least, it is a better use of your time than deciding whether you must flinch in the face of the future or reach out to embrace it. Lenses for reflection come in many forms. You don’t need a mantra or a religious ritual to delve into the past with purpose. Words are enough; a quote from
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“luv when i walk into dole and see mold on the walls” “worse than poison ivy” “Some kid just walked into my hotel room, peed with the door open and told me I was in the wrong room.” “this vape juice tastes like pine needles” ”Sorry, sometimes Tame Impala is the only thing that can wake me up”
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some scrap of literature or someone’s Instagram story that moves you makes a fine enough lantern. The goal is to feel something, to ground yourself in an emotion before you wander the paths, and words can be the balm or the knife that you need to do so.
Words are enough... There are countless writers and pieces you could call on, though I recommend the works of Toni Morrison as an excellent source of that necessary profundity. Earlier this month, Morrison passed away at the age of 88, her loss reverberating across the black community, the literary commu-
nity and hundreds of other interconnected circles. Most know her as one of the few black authors to make it on to high school English curricula with her celebrated novel “Beloved.” Among her accolades are the Nobel Prize for Literature and the Presidential Medal of Freedom, but no biography captures her essence as well as her very own heart-rending words. In “Song of Solomon” she writes, “Perhaps that’s what all human relationships boil down to: Would you save my life? Or would you take it?” In “Paradise” she writes, “You do not deserve love just because you want it. You can only earn — by practice and careful contemplations — the right to express it, and you have to learn how to
accept it.” Whether you want to reflect on failed relationships, on the thorny path to self-love, on what it means to be human amongst racial violence — Morrison is there. Whether you want to reflect on your progress towards further saturating the world with freedom, on making art that rings true, on surviving, Morrison is there. Ring in this new academic year by exploring things you once knew instead of trying to divine the future, and if you haven’t already, pay homage to one of the greatest writers of our time, and pick up “Beloved.” Aroog Khaliq is a junior from Overland Park studying English and psychology.
Rectify privilege, travel with gratitude ELIJAH SOUTHWICK
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Like many others, I love traveling. I’ve been very lucky, and I’ve visited wonderful places throughout my life. I wish I could see a new place every day, see new faces, eat different food or hear different music. During your time at the University of Kansas, you may also be interested in traveling. The University offers study abroad programs for the fall, spring and summer semesters. These extended programs can help break up the monotony of a four-year stay, or more, in Lawrence. If a study abroad program isn’t feasible, I highly recommend solo travel or traveling with a partner because you’ll find a unique amount of freedom during these trips. This summer, I traveled to the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico, and something felt very different about it. I was living my passion, and it filled me with gratitude. In my gracious state, I was thinking of those less fortunate and of the locals who were so generously welcoming me into their communities. For the first time in my travels, I felt like I was intruding. The Mexican state of Quintana Roo is facing a severe seaweed-like crisis along its Caribbean coast that is threatening
to crush a tourism industry that supported 13 million international tourists in 2017. Albeit low season for the region, the beaches of Tulum, Mexico, were ghost towns lined with a smelly and slimy layer of sargassum, an invasive weed that flourishes in the warm Caribbean. I felt pain for my generous hosts. While staying in Quintana Roo, the people could not have been more kind. This made me wonder. Is this wrong? Do I have a right to be here, or am I abusing my privileges? On one hand, my choice to travel to their home provided them with income. Years of development catered to travelers like me have made their communities dependent upon the revenue. On the other hand, my choices and behaviors were contributing to the degradation of their environment. I think frequently of
those I may have wronged — the young man holding the door open at the convenience store for tips or the elderly woman who sold me a necklace — and I can only wonder if I was generous enough. Reflecting on this trip has further opened my eyes to the importance of generosity. Spreading generosity starts among one’s close circle, but there is an exceptional significance to making an effort of expanding it, here and abroad. Lawrence income inequality numbers were only slightly lower than the national average in 2017, according to data provided by the Census Bureau. This presents an opportunity for KU students to find ways to give back. KU Center For Community Outreach has many programs listed online at cco.ku.edu, and even more listings at volunteer.ku.edu. I cannot make an honest plea
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Tourists swim at Cenote Samulá in Valladolid, Mexico.
to end tourism. Travel has helped shape my identity, and the life experience gained is unmatched. There is no question that the pros outweigh the cons, but don’t forget that the cons weigh heavily. When you do travel, here are a few guidelines to respecting the boundaries of whom you’re visiting: Appreciate everything from the roof over your head to the wondrous sights before you. Entitlement needs to be checked at the door. Sincerely thank many people and do so frequently. Tip as much as you can; it is often the most direct and efficient way to give back. Keep to yourself. Do your best to respect the spaces you occupy, and only use what you are welcome to. Just because you pay for a good or service doesn’t mean you are free to act foolish. Immerse yourself in different cultures, but respect them, and only participate when appropriate. It can be an insulting experience to witness a mockery of one’s lifestyle. The importance of seeing the world cannot be stressed enough, and it should be a priority for everyone, especially college students in need of formative experiences. So get out there, but remember to express gratitude every day. Elijah Southwick is a senior from Overland Park studying English and journalism.
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College is hard enough. You don’t need permission to ask for help OPINION Jamie Hawley @OnlyNarrative
As college students, there are going to be things we don’t know. There are going to be times we slip up. When this happens, the most important thing to do is to ask for help. For most of us, this is easier said than done. Asking for help is difficult for many reasons. It’s distressing to admit that we’ve failed, or made a mistake, or that there is knowledge we do not possess. We don’t want to disappoint the people who believe in us. We think that by asking for help, we’re confirming what we’ve secretly suspected all along: that we are not worthy of their admiration, and that they were wrong to think we were capable of success. This, of course, is nonsense. Help is in abundance, and you have a right to ask for it. Asking for help does not mean weakness or unintelligence. In fact, it is direct evidence to the contrary. The first step of asking for help is the most crucial: You must realize you are in need of it. The second step of asking for help is knowing whom to ask. Thankfully, the University of Kansas has you covered. Counseling and Psychological Services offers both individual and group sessions for students with mental health concerns. Student Money Management
helps students who have questions about budgeting or general finance. Legal Services for Students is here for advice and consultation on most legal matters, including your tax questions, because let’s face it, none of us really know how taxes work. Your academic adviser can help you with any questions you have about your schedule, and you can schedule an appointment with them via Jayhawk GPS. For additional academic help, the Academic Achievement and Access Center has everything from tutoring services to access services for students with disabilities. For your post-KU plans, the University Career Center is here to help you find jobs and internships that will help you get the most out of your education and slowly but surely fool you into thinking that you may one day crawl out from under the crushing weight of your student loan debt. All of these are helpful places to start, but they are not magic wands. The scary thing (one of many scary things) about asking for help is that while this help certainly exists, it often does not exist without cost. Sometimes taking advantage of
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resources costs time and money that we do not have available to us. This does not mean that we stop asking for help. This means that we ask for more. We reach out to our friends, our family, our communities. We ask more questions and express more concerns. This is also challenging because it means we are forced to confront the idea that we are worthy of the space we take up in the world, that we are worthy of other people’s time, that we are worthy of patience and forgiveness we so often deny ourselves.
You do not need permission to ask for help. You are inherently worthy of assistance. There is no “struggle threshold” you must reach to “earn” assistance from CAPS, or SMM or your adviser. You can get tutoring before you start to struggle in class. You can talk to a counselor even if your mental illness isn’t debilitating. You do not need permission to do these things, but if you still want it, consider this not just permission but an invitation. Pretend that this column has been embossed on golden stationery
and addressed to you in beautiful calligraphy. As we barrel forth into the unknown, we must be prepared to stumble, fall, and, most importantly, get back up again. When you find yourself in the dirt, please don’t be afraid to reach out. And if you find yourself still standing, please don’t hesitate to pull others to their feet. Jamie Hawley is a senior from Salina studying English, political science and communication studies.
Don’t fear, college really isn’t that scary OPINION Jeffrey Birch @KansanNews
Whether you’re a jaded grad student or a bright-eyed freshman, a new school year is a time of newness: new classes, usually a new living situation, new events on campus, new projects to work on, new friends and new relationships. College students are almost born anew at the beginning of a school year. For a lot of people, including me, that much newness is overwhelming. I hate things that I can’t control. I hate not knowing what the next year or month or day will bring. It still scares me to some extent , and I’m graduating this year. Luckily, college is awesome. So let the old man assuage some fears.
College is a place to learn, to grow, to figure out who you want to be.
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1. Roommates. Horrible roommate stories are a college tradition, but that’s because those stories are outliers. Just remember that for every nightmare roommate story you hear, there might be three people who became best friends with their roommate and another ten who had no real issues. 2. There really is something for everyone. For any interest you may have there exists a group, either formal or informal, that is willing to do it with you. You sometimes just have to find them. Union Fest on Aug. 23 is a great place to find clubs you’d be inter-
ested in or to recruit people for a club you want to start. 3. There are class resources abound. Tutors are available for almost every gen ed class. A lot of classes have resources, such as Supplemental Instruction or teaching assistants. If none of those exist for your class, your classmates are some of your best resources. It’s rare that no one understands what’s going on, and it’s sometimes a lot easier to connect with your peers through the shared trauma of exams. Every year of college has thrown me some major curveballs, some good, some bad. But at the end
of the day, college is a place to learn, to grow, to figure out who you want to be. You can’t do any of that if you sit in your room all year. As scary as it is sometimes, you have to step outside of your comfort zone to have a good college experience. To all the returners, don’t get stuck in the rut of what you’ve done before. There’s always room to grow and learn, but you’re not going to do it talking to the same people and doing the same things you’ve done for the past three years. And to all the new students: Welcome to KU. You’re going to love it here.
Jeffrey Birch is a senior from Wichita studying accounting.
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Andrea Hudy leaves KU basketball for Texas
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KU strength and conditioning coach Andrea Hudy, right, was with Kansas for 15 seasons.
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This story was originally published Aug. 16, 2019. Kansas basketball strength and conditioning coach, Andrea Hudy, accepted a job at the University of Texas, the Lawrence Journal-World reported Aug. 15. In a text message from Kansas coach Bill Self to The Kansas City Star, it was confirmed that Hudy accepted a job at Texas and would be leaving the KU basketball program. The Journal-World reported Hudy would be leaving Lawrence sometime Aug. 16. Hudy arrived at Kansas in 2004. Before then, she spent nine years as the University of Connecticut men and women’s strength coach. In all, she was a part of eight national championship teams while at UConn —two men’s basketball, five women’s basketball and one men’s soccer. Hudy earned numerous honors in her 15 seasons in Lawrence.
In 2013, she was named the National College Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Year by the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Four years later, Hudy was awarded the NSCA’s Impact Award. As strength and conditioning coach, she’s worked with 19 Jayhawks who continued to play professional basketball. Overall, she’s worked with 37 student athletes who played in the NBA and 21 eventual WNBA players. For Texas, its need for Hudy doesn’t come as much of a shock. Daniel Roose, the Longhorn’s strength and conditioning coach for the last four years, decided to return to VCU in the offseason. In the wake of Hudy’s departure, the Journal-World confirmed that Self said in a text exchange that he did not yet know what direction he would go as he searches for a replacement. Without Hudy for the first time in 15 seasons, the Jayhawks will surely look in-house and elsewhere to fill the void.
Max Falkenstien dies at 95 Braden Shaw
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This story was originally published July 29, 2019. Former Kansas Athletics broadcaster Max Falkenstien, who called football and men’s basketball games for more than 60 years, died July 29, according to a Kansas Athletics press release. He was 95 years old. Falkenstien called approximately 1,775 men’s basketball games and 850 football games during his tenure at Kansas, starting out after returning from World War II in 1946. His first basketball broadcast was the NCAA tournament in Kansas City, Missouri, between the Jayhawks and Oklahoma A&M, now known as Oklahoma State. “They had one of the first of the seven-footers, Bob Kurland, playing for them, and they beat Kansas,” Falkenstien told the Kansan in 2015. “The next Monday I went back to school here at KU, and my mathematics professor said, ‘We listened to the game the other night, and you made us feel like we were there.’” Shortly after, he called Kansas football’s opener against TCU in September 1946. Falkenstien assumed the play-by-play role until September 1984 before switching to color commentator. Bob Davis assumed the role of play-by-play, forming the duo known as “Bob and Max.” Falkenstien called his final football game in 2005 and his final men’s basketball game on March
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1, 2006, which marked his 60th season of broadcasting for Kansas Athletics. Falkenstien’s No. 60 “jersey” was also retired that night, making Falkenstien the only non-player to have their number retired in Allen Fieldhouse. “I sort of thought they might do something special, but I didn’t anticipate having my jersey hanging in the Fieldhouse,” Falkenstien said. “It was a wonderful feeling to be recognized up there with all of the great athletes who wore the KU crimson and blue as a singular honor.” Falkenstien was later inducted into the Kansas Sports Hall of Fame, the Kansas Athletics Hall of Fame and the Lawrence High School Hall of Honor. Along with more local accolades, Falkenstien was also recognized with the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame’s Curt Gowdy Award in 2004 and the College Football Hall of Fame’s
Chris Shenkel Award in 1996. The Sporting News also named Falkenstien “the best college radio personality in the country” in 2001. Before coming to the University, Falkenstien graduated from Liberty Memorial High School , now Lawrence High School, in 1942, before becoming a member of the Army Air Corps until 1946. Soon after, Falkenstien graduated from the University with a degree in math in 1948. Falkenstien also worked at WREN radio in Lawrence, WIBW radio and television in Topeka, and as general manager of Sunflower Cable before coming to Kansas Athletics. Max is survived by his wife Isobel, and their two children Kyle and Jane, along with three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
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Coach Les Miles took the podium on Tuesday afternoon, just 11 days before Kansas football takes the field for its game against Indiana State. In the final practices before next Saturday, Aug. 31, there’s still uncertainty hovering around the first-year coach and the outlook. However, that didn’t stop Miles from raving about certain areas where Kansas is excelling. He praised one group in particular — the offensive line. “I think the offensive line has the potential... early in the season, to be one of the better offensive lines in the country,” Miles said. “In the country may be a little strong, but they are very talented and I like them.” Returning the third rushing back in the Big 12 in sophomore Pooka Williams and the 18th rusher in senior Khalil Herbert, stabilizing the front seven could be a pivotal factor in the Jayhawks’ offensive prowess. By straying away from the AirRaid playstyle that former coach David Beaty implemented to keep pace with the high flying teams in the conference, Miles could favor rushing offense if the offensive line is Kansas’ strength.
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With the trio of running backs in Williams, Herbert, and Dom Williams, Miles plans to mix and match based on skill type. “First of all, they’re similar in skills but there’s differences to them,” Miles said. “You look at great speed, the ability to cut and maneuver, that’s all three of them. I think those three guys are going to give us some pretty exciting moments.” Along with the offense, Miles vocalized how impressed he was
with some freshmen on both sides of the ball. The first being linebacker Gavin Potter out of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. “(Potter) is going to play a lot of football, so get used to seeing him,” Miles said. “He runs well. He’ll hit you. He likes to play and he’s got a smile on his face when he does hard things. That’s kind of a key piece.” The other freshman Miles mentioned was 6-foot-5, 250 lb. tight end Mason Fairchild. He was
originally a two-star recruit out of Andale. “He’s going to be something special, Miles said. “He can run, catch, and he blocks well. He’s going to be somebody the Kansas faithful will enjoy.” Looking ahead to the scouting report on Indiana State, this is a team that seemed to be more ground-oriented during the 2018 season. Rushing for 241.5 yards per game and 5.1 yards per carry, the Sycamores didn’t
spend much time airing it out. Scoring 30 touchdowns on the ground compared to just 12 via the air, Indiana State has the potential to be a difficult matchup for a Jayhawk defense that ranked eighth in the conference last year in rushing defense (171.8 yards allowed per game). However, that was last year. This is a new season. Building a stout defensive front is something Miles has made a staple point. After graduating Daniel Wise, J.J. Holmes, and KeyShaun Simmons, Kansas has turned to another majority senior bunch on the line. Defensive end Azur Kamara and defensive tackles Jelani Brown and Codey Cole III headline the group. But Miles brought up another freshman that has been added to the mix, defensive tackle DaJon Terry. Listed at 6-foot-4, 350 lbs., the Mississippi native plans to receive plenty of snaps with a priority of halting the run game. “[Terry] is going to take centers in every league and give them headaches, Miles said. “I don’t know who is as big as DaJon Terry.” After finishing their final contact practice on Tuesday, the next physical action the Jayhawks will endure will be on Aug. 31. The home opener is set for 11 a.m.
Six new players to boost KU men’s basketball roster Jack Johnson @JohnyJ_15
A year ago this time, the Kansas men’s basketball roster was loaded with high-caliber talent. Anything short of a Final Four appearance would’ve been considered an underachievement at best. But as it came to be, the Final Four wasn’t even within shouting distance when the Jayhawks fell to Auburn in the second weekend of the NCAA Tournament. Throughout the course of 201819, Kansas couldn’t have had more issues arise. Then-sophomore forward Silvio De Sousa missed all season due to a strenuous investigation by the NCAA. Udoka Azubuike tore a ligament in his right wrist at practice right before the conference opener against Iowa State. Lagerald Vick left the team and never returned after a loss to Kansas State in February. In all the chaos, one of the most cherished accolades in the program, the 14 consecutive conference titles, ended. However, with the streak officially snapped, this season presents itself as not only a chance at redemption for a conference title but also to mold a national championship contending team. That being said, here is who the Jayhawks have bolstered their already experienced roster with: Isaiah Moss — senior guard Highly touted for his threepoint shooting capability, Moss joined the Jayhawks back in June
after transferring from Iowa. Averaging 9.2 points per game and shooting 42% from beyond the arc, the 6-foot-5 guard adds another weapon to the arsenal head coach Bill Self obtains. The usual culprit of knocking Kansas out of the tournament late in March, the three-pointer evaded the Jayhawks’ offense last season. If Moss can mimic his numbers from Iowa, Kansas could give its opponents a taste of their own medicine this coming year. Jalen Wilson — freshman forward A native of Denton, Texas, Wilson is a versatile forward who can play the guard position. Ranked the no. 9 small forward in the 2019-20 recruiting class and the no. 47 player overall, Wilson chose Kansas over North Carolina in a tight recruiting battle. Adding size and depth to the roster, Wilson could serve as a solidified swing man off the bench for the Jayhawks this winter. Tristan Enaruna — freshman forward Providing more size to the forward and guard position, Enaruna is a 6’9 wing player from the Netherlands. Rated the eighthbest small forward and 44th overall recruit in his class, Enaruna is similar to Wilson in physical build. Like his freshman counterpart Wilson, he will battle for meaningful minutes off the bench in the early going.
Issac McBride — freshman guard Receiving other offers from Virginia and Auburn, McBride is a product of The Baptist Preparatory School in Little Rock, Arkansas. With sophomore guard Devon Dotson returning to Kansas, it’s likely McBride won’t be appearing as frequently in the rotation. However, averaging 24.5 points, four rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.6 steals a game in high school, the 6’1 point guard has a chance to exceed expectations at a school that breeds high-profile talents from the guard position. Michael Jankovich — freshman guard Son of Southern Methodist head coach Tim Jankovich, Michael joined the Kansas basketball program as a walk-on in May. As a junior at Jesuit High School in Dallas, Michael averaged 13.4 points and 4.4 rebounds per game. Christian Braun — freshman forward A local player from Blue Valley Northwest High School, Braun ranked 93rd nationally in his class and the 22nd player at his position. The 6’6, 180-lb, small forward committed to Kansas in September of 2018 after receiving 17 other offers. Hailing from Overland Park, Braun is the one of two members of the current roster from the state of Kansas (Chris Teahan, born in Leawood).
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KU resources seek to help students navigate college Is tech in class OK? Professors talk strategy
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Sexual assault prevention at KU
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How to succeed: Jayhawks give college advice KU student deals and discounts
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KU common book ‘Tale of Two Americas’ A guide to the best brunch spots in Lawrence
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Tracks for end-of-summer blues Hawk Week events to kick off the year
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In Opinion: What you can do to avoid the dreaded ‘Freshman 15’ In Opinion: Find balance during the year at Lawrence hot spots
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KU soccer back with Big 12 goals KU football ready to begin the Les Miles era
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KU men’s golf seeks fifth consecutive NCAA appearance
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KU volleyball poised for strong season
Editor’s Note Welcome, Jayhawks, to a new era for The University Daily Kansan. We’ve been here for 115 years. Now, our staff of about 70 students are here to serve you and our campus community this school year. Today, we introduce a new look — print, online and mobile. We’ve redesigned your campus news source with you in mind. More than 1,500 KU students responded to our survey last semester to tell us what news, sports and entertainment are important to University student life. We listened. In our print redesign, we unveil a more reader-friendly layout. Online, we shift our focus to breaking news. We’re here for you 24/7. Send tips to editor@kansan.com or on Twitter at @KansanNews. Similarly, our advertising team brings you useful information on where in Lawrence and on campus students can find the best places to eat, shop and socialize. Together, we are committed to you. Today’s special Back to School Guide begins a full year of coverage on all our platforms. So we can better serve you, we want to hear from you. Send feedback our way anytime. We are for students, by students. As our tagline says: “The Student Voice Since 1904.”
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Managing stress: These KU resources seek to help students navigate college Nicole-Marie Konopelko @nicolekonopelko
Stress isn’t an uncommon feeling on college campuses, and The University of Kansas is no exception. 45.3% of the 558 student respondents to the University’s 2017 National College Health Assessment survey described the level of stress they experienced as “more than average.” 15.4% identified it as “tremendous.” The University, however, has a number of ways for students to cope with feelings of stress and boost their mental health throughout the year, including Counseling and Psychological Services, Mindfulness and Meditation Club and Pause for Pups. 1. Counseling and Psychological Services CAPS provides individual, couple, family and group sessions to help students with issues related to adjusting to college and other psychological, interpersonal and family problems. First-time patients can walk into CAPS on the second floor of the Watkins Memorial Health Center between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. and have an appointment that same day within two hours. CAPS first switched to a walk-in model in the spring 2019 semester. “It was implemented to provide quicker initial access for students and to drastically reduce the wait time for the initial visit,” said CAPS Director Michael Maestas in an email to the Kansan. Additionally, this year a psychologist from the KU Cofrin
Logan Center for Addiction Research and Treatment will provide services in treatment of substance use disorders, Maestas said. 2. Mindfulness and Meditation Club Practicing meditation, a simple breathing technique, can help control and decrease anxiety, according to Web MD. The technique is a growing trend, too. A study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that meditation grew more than threefold from 2012-17. During the Mindfulness and Meditation Club’s meetings, members practice meditation and discuss how to implement it into their lives as a way of reducing stress and anxiety, according to senior Mike Thibodeau, the club’s president. The meetings switch between Wednesday and Thursday each week. The first one will be Wednesday, Aug. 28 at 6 p.m. in the Crossroads Room on the main floor of the Kansas Union. “People talk about doing exercises a lot to make sure you’re in shape, but it’s a lot harder to think of different things you can do with your mind to strengthen it,” Thibodeau said. “Even five to 10 minutes a day to sit and catch your breath over time will have a noticeable effect on both your mood and how you view the world because it’s a way of slowing down the world a tiny bit.” 3. Pause for Pups Among a variety of programs, Watkins Health Services regularly hosts Pause for Pups, an event for students to interact with thera-
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Students pet Hugo, one of the therapy dogs provided by Pet Partners, at Pause for Pups in April 2018.
py dogs, chat with staff members and learn about other stress relief resources. “When people get to be around animals, and they’re not afraid of animals, their heart rate decreases and their blood pressure decreases within five minutes of being around them and petting them,” Watkins Program Manager Jenny McKee said. “Facilitating those Pause for Pups events is incredibly important.” This year’s Pause for Pups events will take place at 7 p.m. on Sept. 11 at Daisy Hill Commons, Sept. 25 at the Crawford Community Center, Oct. 9 at Jayhawk Towers, Oct. 23 in Downs Hall and Nov. 6 at Gertrude Sellards Pearson Hall. Watkins also provides Daily
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Life, an individual three-part program in which a health professional helps students define their stress and how to manage it through conversations and other
activities. Students can schedule an appointment for the program by calling (785) 864-9570.
Is tech in class OK? Professors talk strategy
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Policies for technology in the classroom rely on professor and lecturer preferences.
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Students often think of using technology in the classroom as an efficient way to take notes and, if necessary, get other work done while sitting in class. However, some professors argue that using technology for note-taking actually hurts students. Two University of Kansas instructors, Carol Holstead, an associate professor in the School of
Journalism, and Adam Dohrenwend, a former lecturer in the department of geography and atmospheric sciences, chose to ban technology for note-taking purposes in their classrooms. Professors say laptops cause issues with multitasking, and research suggests longhand note-taking helps student retention. “You cannot be paying attention in a class and also be doing other things. You can’t. Your brain
just doesn’t work like that,” Holstead said. One of the studies, published by researchers Faria Sana, Tina Weston and Nicholas Cepeda in 2013, suggests that laptop multitasking in the classroom negatively affects the grade of the laptop user as well as classmates who happen to sit nearby. “I don’t care if the person using the technology wants to distract themselves — that’s fine,” Dohrenwend said. “What’s not
fine and what’s demonstrated in literature is that it distracts those around them.” Because of the complexity of the issue, Holstead and Dohrenwend agreed that a one-size-fitsall technology policy would be a mistake. For Holstead, a no-technology policy works because she said she does not teach a heavy note-taking class. For other classes that are more information heavy, students may benefit from using laptops, she said. Holstead also said she believes teaching has changed, and PowerPoint slides with too many words warrants laptop use in class. Lauren Ross, a junior journalism student from Birmingham, Michigan, said she has been in several classes that banned technology and agrees with Holstead. Her preference in note-taking depends on how a professor lectures and the availability of resources. “If they don’t put their PowerPoints online, their notes online, or any other resources, then I have to type the PowerPoints out like a mad woman down in my notes, and then I can study from those later,” Ross said. One aspect of Dohrenwend’s no-technology policy is that he will not put PowerPoint slides on Blackboard. He believes making the slides available would cause a decrease in attendance and that
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“You cannot be paying attention in a class and also be doing other things. You can’t. Your brain just doesn’t work like that.” Carol Holstead, associate professor of journalism
the slides wouldn’t be helpful to students because of his teaching style. “I usually had the vast majority of my class present because if they’re not present, they’re out of luck. If I did post my slides, they might not pay as good of attention, and my attendance would have been way worse in that case,” Dohrenwend said. On the other hand, not all technology usage is negative. Holstead chooses to use technology, such as Top Hat, for attendance and in-class activities. “I’m not saying technology is bad in a classroom, not at all,” Holstead said. “What I’m saying is having a laptop in front of you that gives you access to everything — your homework, your email — is not helpful to students. But do I think technology is a good thing in the classroom? Of course.”
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A trip around the wheel Darby VanHoutan @DarbyVanHoutan
This story was originally published Dec. 6, 2017. The University of Kansas recommends 12 agencies on and off campus to help students who have been victims of sexual assault, sexual harassment or intimate partner violence. Students can use these agencies to report crimes, get counseling and medical treatment and, commonly, a combination of services. Enter the wheel, a graphic the University has created that lists each agency and the main service it offers. Most of the agencies on the wheel-shaped visual are not required to report assault complaints to police and leave it up to victims to decide. The following is a look at each agency on the wheel. Office of Institutional Opportunity and Access On campus, there is one office responsible for investigating reports of sexual harassment and sexual assault from KU students, faculty and staff to determine whether University policy prohibiting such actions has been violated. This office, currently located on the first floor of the Dole Human Development Center, is called the Office of Institutional Opportunity and Access. IOA receives reports from individuals who come forward on their own to report they were victimized, or have witnessed others who have been victimized, to faculty and staff who are considered mandatory reporters by the University. IOA is responsible for contacting parties involved in an alleged violation, offering and carrying out an investigation, determining guilt, and recommending University-level punishments. The office also provides advice about counseling and other available resources. KU Public Safety Office The law enforcement agency responsible for on-campus crime, KU Public Safety Office, handles reports of sexual assault from an investigative and initial response perspective. When an individual makes a 911 phone call from anywhere on campus, PSO is who answers the phone. In cases of sexual assault on campus, the office responds and investigates similarly to how they would in any felony case. This response, said KU Deputy Chief
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The wheel graphic is a collaboration by Watkins, SAPEC and Student Affairs. It lists resources for survivors of sexual assault.
James Anguiano, is complete, thorough and done with the reporting party’s wishes in mind. Lawrence Police Department The Lawrence Police Department collects information and investigates crimes — but victims have a say in whether actual charges are filed in their cases. “Not everybody that reports a sexual assault crime necessarily wants to pursue charges,” Sgt. Amy Rhoads said. “They just want it documented.” Sexual Assault Prevention and Education Center The main goal of the Sexual Assault Prevention and Education Center is to educate individuals at the University on what gender-based violence is and how it can be prevented. Jen Brockman has served as SAPEC director since the center first opened in January 2016. “We are a primary prevention office, so we don’t do direct advocacy. We don’t work directly from a therapeutic or advocacy perspective with those affected by sexual violence,” Brockman said. “We’re doing primary prevention, which is to change attitudes, behaviors and beliefs surrounding gender-based violence.” Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center The Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center accepts appointments and walk-ins during
“We’re doing primary prevention, which is to change attitudes, behaviors and beliefs surrounding genderbased violence.” Jen Brockman, SAPEC Director
business hours to provide mental health counseling, and it offers a 24-hour phone line. The office, which is not directly affiliated with the University, counsels individuals with various mental health issues, including cases involving sexual violence. Counseling and Psychological Services For sexual violence survivors seeking confidential mental-health services, University Counseling and Psychological Services provides mental health evaluations, individual therapy, group therapy and general psychiatric services — all with the promise of confidentiality. “Our main mission is to help students stay in school and do well,” said Pamela Botts, clinical director at CAPS. KU Psychological Clinic Individuals seeking mental health treatment in response to an incident of sexual violence
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The wheel graphic, left, a collaboration by Watkins, SAPEC and Student Affairs, lists on-campus and community resources for survivors of sexual assault. Title IX information, right, is provided by the Office of Institutional Opportunity and Access (IOA).
have several options, one of which includes the KU Psychological Clinic. Located on the third floor of Fraser Hall, the clinic provides initial assessments and psychotherapy treatments to University students as well as Lawrence residents. The clinic is staffed by graduate students seeking their doctorate in clinical psychology. They are supervised by licensed psychologists. The KU Psychological Clinic is not affiliated with CAPS at Watkins Memorial Health Center, which has licensed psychiatrists, psychologists and social workers. The clinic staff has smaller caseloads, does not offer psychiatric services and operates on a sliding scale for payment based on financial need. It does not accept insurance. CARE Coordinator In her second floor room at Watkins, CARE Coordinator Merrill Evans works as one of the main voices of advocacy and counseling on campus for student survivors of sexual assault. Evans has led successful advocacy campaigns, including creating the CARE Sisters, a group of trained University students involved in sororities who can be peer confidants and advocates for student sexual assault victims. She also oversees the Interpersonal Violence Survivor Fund. Sexual Trauma and Abuse Care Center The resource in the city with one of the longest histories — started in response to a culture of University activism in 1972 — and arguably with the furthest reach, is the Sexual Trauma & Abuse Care Center. Other resource providers routinely refer survivors to their office. The Care Center provides advocates and support groups for sexual assault survivors 24/7. Willow Domestic Violence Center The Willow Domestic Violence Center focuses on cases of domestic violence and human trafficking and provides counseling, temporary shelter for survivors and advocacy services. Although focused on domestic violence, the center assists sexual assault survivors or those who want to report any situation of sexual harassment. “There is a great deal of sexual assault that occurs, but it’s more within a relationship, and we al-
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ways take the stance of, ‘Never tell a survivor what to do,’” said Alicia Cusano-Weissenbach, director of volunteer services for the center. “So if somebody were to come to us and be interested in reporting an assault that happened, we would try to give them as much information as we could on, ‘This is what it would look like if you reported it and possibly went into the process.’” Lawrence Memorial Hospital With a 24/7 emergency room and around-the-clock available care for victims of sexual assault, Lawrence Memorial Hospital serves as the main medical resource to individuals who are seeking medical treatment after an attack. The hospital’s sexual assault nurse examiners have been specially trained to medically assess sexual violence survivors, administer SANE exams — rape kits — and gauge mental health in the hours following an attack, as well as much later.
Options: Sexual Trama & Abuse Care Center (Avail. 24 hrs): (785) 843-8985 National Sexual Assault Hotline (Avail. 24 hrs): 1-800-656-4673 Lawrence Police Dept: (785) 832-7509 Watkins Health Services At Watkins, the Gynecology Clinic provides medical services and referrals to mental health services following an incident of sexual violence but also offers students an opportunity to talk about such experiences confidentially. “Disclosing any kind of sexual assault on campus is different if you’re at Watkins, compared with outside of here,” said Joy Murphy, who specializes in women’s health. “If you disclose a sexual assault to us, we don’t have a mandatory plan to contact the University itself.” Located on the second floor of Watkins, the gynecology department can administer Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner exams, check for and treat sexually transmitted diseases, discuss pregnancy risks, and provide insight into what non-medical options are available for the survivor moving forward.
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How to succeed: Jayhawks give college advice Kalé Searcy
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Miles away from Maryland, the familiar place she called home, senior Toni Thenstead anxiously awaited her arrival to the University of Kansas — she knew college was her opportunity to grow and truly experience life on her own. “I just remember feeling anxious because I never had been to Kansas before, but I knew it was a good opportunity to grow,” said Thenstead, a student in the respiratory care program. The transition between high school and college can be a scary new chapter to prepare for, but before you even step on campus, you can prepare to build the needed foundation for your first year of college. College is your time to grow into an adult while you create personal relationships and education that ultimately prepares you for life after college, so make the most of your time. Thenstead and Howard Graham, the associate director of academic programs for the Office of First-Year Experience, offer advice for how to make the most of your time in college, starting with your first year. Experience everything college has to offer The only way you can truly survive in college is allowing yourself to enjoy life and to have fun. It is okay to take a break from assignments and go to events around campus and finding a student organization that you enjoy. Thenstead said freshmen should go to
as many events as possible, join various organizations and meet people along the way. “The more you randomly talk to people, the more comfortable you get in college,” Thenstead said. It’s all about self-advocacy Self-advocacy is important to allow students to actively express and share their needs, wants and potential concerns with faculty and friends, Graham said. In other words, self-advocacy is the ability students possess to obtain resources and connections that create the full spectrum of college life: education, social life, career goals and aspirations. Success does not find you — you have to find it Yes, some people get lucky and are automatically successful in life; however, for many people, it takes some blood, sweat and tears to get to where they want to go. At the University, there are many ways in which freshmen can be successful, but it starts with your willingness to achieve those goals. Students should set short-term and long-term goals, deciding how they will meet these goals and finding a system that allows for the effective tracking of obligations on the pathway toward these set goals, Graham said. Build relationships College is the perfect way to begin developing relationships with professors, advisers and other students. Building relationships goes hand-in-hand with networking for future careers and job opportunities. This is important for incoming freshmen who are living in a
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Students get to know Jayhawk Boulevard in preparation for the fall. The first day of classes is Aug. 26.
“The more you randomly talk to people, the more comfortable you get in college.” Toni Thenstead Senior
residence hall with a new roommate whom they might not have known before college. Building relationships and your ability to learn alongside others is one of the richest parts of any educational experience, Graham said. Buy a planner Not only does a planner keep you organized, it helps to hold yourself accountable to deadlines and time commitments, Graham said. With a planner comes picking and choosing what events you can attend or what home-
work needs to be completed. It is essential to staying organized during your first year of college and allowing yourself to be ready for the many events, sporting games, homework assignments and exams. If you want to do everything, you have to figure out a way to make informed and strategic choices by keeping track of where and when you need to be somewhere, Graham said.
Deals and discounts you get with KU student status Collin Biery
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Paying for books, housing, meals and tuition — it all adds up. But your University of Kansas student ID is good for more than just swiping into your dorm room. It can get you deals and discounts on campus, in Lawrence and online. From discounted food to affordable massages, here’s a list of deals you can get with your KU student status:
Sylas and Maddy’s — Sylas and Maddy’s, currently located at 1014 Massachusetts St., is a popular ice cream shop in Lawrence. With your student ID, buy one ice cream and get a second for free during BOGO Tuesdays. Papa Keno’s — Papa Keno’s, located at 1035 Massachusetts St., is a downtown pizza shop selling bigger-than-your-face slices of pizza. Monday through Thursday, cheese slices are available for $3
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with your student ID. It’s a cheap, filling and tasty meal. The Burger Stand — The Burger Stand, located at 803 Massachusetts St., has a deal for a $5 burger and fries basket that’s available after 10 p.m. every night. Pocket Points — Download the Pocket Points app, put your phone into sleep mode during class, and earn points that can be redeemed as coupons. The app includes deals for restaurants around Lawrence and at KU Dining. Check out the “free fountain drink with
purchase” coupon for the dining facility in the Kansas Union. Home Football Fridays — The KU Alumni Association’s Student Alumni Network hosts Home Football Friday events on the Friday before each home football game. At these events, located at the Adams Alumni Center, grab a plate of free lunch typically from partners around Lawrence, such as Jefferson’s, Papa Keno’s and Hot Box Cookies. If you’re stuck with Friday classes, this should make your day better.
On Campus Massages at Watkins Health Services—As a student, you can get one of the most affordable massages in Lawrence at Watkins Health Center. A 30-minute massage starts at $24 and goes up by $12 for every additional 15 minutes — that’s $48 for an hour massage and $72 for a 90-minute massage. The Lied Center—The Lied Center hosts a variety of concerts, musicals and events throughout the year. Students can purchase the KU Student Lied Center Performance Pass for $125 that’s valid for admission to each performance in the main auditorium throughout the season. Find it under “Optional Campus Fees” on enroll and pay. Other Notable Deals Spotify Premium—Popular music service Spotify normally costs $9.99 month for a single person plan. That cost is slashed in half with the help of your KU student email. Upon verifying your student status, you’re eligible for a $4.99 student plan, which also includes access to Hulu and Showtime. Amazon Prime—Verifying your student status with your KU email on Amazon earns you a free six-month Prime membership, which is useful for impulse buys and avoiding high shipping costs. After the trial ends, it’s discounted to $6.49 per month.
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Sylas and Maddy’s is an ice cream shop on Mass Street that offers a BOGO deal for University students every Tuesday.
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‘Tales of Two Americas’: KU Common Book highlights socioeconomic divides in the U.S. “Tales of Two Americas” Kiese Laymon contributed a story entitled “Outside” to the anthology. He will give a keynote speech at the Lied Center on Oct. 3.
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A new year means a new Common Book at the University of Kansas — a program designed to invoke meaningful and relevant conversations for students in and out of the classroom. This year’s book, “Tale of Two Americas: Stories of Inequality in a Divided Nation,” is no different. Now that students have read the book — or maybe nervously eyed it and chosen not to start yet — how will KU professors incorporate it into their courses? Kate Nygren, assistant director for academic programs in the Office of First-Year Experience at the University, designs curriculum for University 101 classes, which serve as an introduction to the KU community. The activities in University 101 classes will have independent writing assignments with questions about the reading, as well as small-group free-form discussion based around chapters and themes of the book. “These assignments encourage critical thinking and get students comfortable having a university-level literature discussion,” Nygren said. This year’s Common Book, “Tale of Two Americas,” is an
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The KU Common Book for the 2019-20 school year is “Tales of Two Americas,” available at Jayhawk Ink in the New & Notable display.
anthology consisting of personal essays, prose and poetry. It highlights the theme of the socioeconomic divide and shares tales of the troubling side of that divide. The book was edited by John Freeman and contains the writing of 36 well-established and award-winning writers, such as Richard Russo, Joyce Carol Oates, Edwidge Danticat and Roxane Gay. Classes will use the Common Book at the start of the semester and will continue to use it until the end of the year. “Each year, the book is used in over 100 sections of classes during the fall semester, particularly [University] 101, English 101, Communication Studies 130 and American Studies 100/110,”
“This provides the opportunity to connect the Common Book to course topics in their U.S. politics course as well.” Jamie Wilson Undergraduate Academic Advisor
Nygren said. “Additionally, Journalism 101, Business 110 and a variety of other courses have used
previous books.” Some University 101 classes will be unique and have linked course learning communities. Linked course learning communities connect a University 101 class with another course, allowing students to explore a similar topic across two classes. The same students are in each of these courses. The classes also come with a peer mentor — someone to help the students navigate the class and to provide resources. Jamie Wilson, professor and academic advisor for the Undergraduate Advising Center, teaches a University 101 class where her students are also enrolled in Introduction to U.S. Politics. “This provides the opportunity to connect the Common Book to
course topics in their U.S. politics course as well, and the chance to bridge learning across disciplines and engage with the issues within other contexts,” Wilson said. Students can also engage with the Common Book outside of classes. The Spencer Museum of Art and the Natural History Museum will host an event called “Votes and Views: Exploring Decisions” on Sept. 26. Students will vote on large and small matters and examine their bias in their choices as a part of the themes of this year’s Common Book. Kiese Laymon — one of the contributing authors — will give a keynote speech at the Lied Center Oct. 3.
A guide to the best brunch spots in Lawrence Katie Counts
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This story was originally published Aug. 13, 2018. It has since been updated. Brunch — the late-riser’s breakfast and the social butterfly’s opportunity to regale late nights and good times. Above all, it’s a fantastic way to eat a bunch of amazing food. In a spirited college town like Lawrence, there’s a brunch place for everyone. Whether you’re a traditionalist
or a hipster, a minimalist or an adventurer, here are some of the best brunches in Lawrence. Ladybird Diner | 721 Massachusetts St. Ladybird Diner delivers classic quality food with some newschool flare. The restaurant looks like something out of the 1950s, with brightly colored booths, a chrome diner bar and checkered floor. While you wait for your food, you can even quiz your friends with the Trivial Pursuit cards lo-
cated on many of the tables. Ladybird serves the traditional diner specialities extraordinarily well, including pancakes, biscuits and gravy and slingers. While Ladybird keeps to its diner heart, it also has some new-school touches, such as avocado toast. The whole menu is served all day which is perfect for brunch. Before you leave, be sure to check out the sweets. Ladybird’s offers fantastic homemade pies, donuts and hand-dipped milkshakes. Hours: Friday 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.;
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Saturday to Thursday 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Roost | 920 Massachusetts St. Named after its owners’ family farm, The Roost understands quality food. It can make a customer feel like family, which is what the restaurant strives to do. “You can come in, have some food and settle in,” said owner Ken Pingleton. Pingleton said many of the ingredients are locally-sourced, and many of the recipes have the chefs’ personal touches. Everything on the menu is made from scratch. The biscuits and gravy are made fresh daily. The breakfast sandwiches and the eggs Benedict are served in a variety of ways with ingredients like pecan wood-smoked bacon, smoked salmon, chipotle mayo, avocado, cornbread and even cheese from the local Goddard Farms. Make sure to check out the baked goods, too. The Roost sells cinnamon rolls, sticky buns, danishes, bread, sweet and savory pies, cookies and cake. Hours: Every day 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wake the Dead Breakfast Bar | 7 E. 7th St. You could call Lawrence creative or unique, but let’s face it — Lawrence is weird. Wake the Dead embodies that spirit in both the atmosphere and food.
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The restaurant is filled with gothic decor. Skeletons hang all over the restaurant. The menu is as interesting and adventurous as the restaurant. There’s the “Death Star,” a donut breakfast sandwich with Sriracha aioli and a side of curly fries. There’s the “Breakfast Bar-ritos” with names like “One Night Stand,” “Green Latifah” and “Walk of Shame.” If you want to wake yourself from the dead, the restaurant has a varied cocktail and coffee menu, including Bloody Marys, coffee cocktails and “50 Shades of Mimosa.” Wake the Dead has everything from classic orange juice to rosé to birthday cake. Hours: Tuesday to Friday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Other Lawrence brunch spots to read about at kansan.com: Milton’s Café | 901 New Hampshire St. The Levee Cafe | 239 Elm St.
Don’t see your favorite? If you have a favorite brunch spot not included in this list, let us know on Twitter at @KansanNews or email rkoester@kansan.com.
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Tracks for end-of-summer blues DeAsia Paige
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With summer winding down and the fall semester about to start, it can be hard transitioning into the regular school routine. However, listening to music can often be an escape from the pressures of being a student. Here’s a list of local artists who’ll certainly take your mind off of going back to school. Sydny August Latest release: “the 45” If you’re looking to be in your feelings about a relationship, Sydny August has you covered. Her soothing, sultry vocals shine on her alternative R&B as the Chicago singer and University of Kansas senior uses her music to vent about past relationships while gushing about new ones. Halle Alice Latest release: “Can’t See Your Face” Although she’s a new artist, Halle Alice has the sound of a veteran singer. The Los Angeles singer has a variety of soundscapes encom-
passing her artistry, leaving listeners surprised after every song. Alice seems to like keeping her fans guessing, which is a bold move in an industry that’s criticized for music that sounds the same. But Alice, a KU senior, is reshaping that narrative with her genre-bending music. Her music also stands out because of its honesty. Alice’s music is often a space where she shares lessons she’s learned about her personal growth while being a black woman in the United States.
Zarin Micheal Latest release: “Still White” Introspective storytelling is main highlight on Zarin Micheal’s music. With the release of every new project, the Kansas City, Missouri, rapper always manages to paint a vivid picture for his listeners. Whether it be reminiscing on growing up in the hood, living with a single mom or expressing his optimism about his budding music career, Micheal makes his music a makeshift diary. Micheal’s honesty throughout his music creates an intimate connection with listeners that’s both sonically pleasing and personal.
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Arts correspondent DeAsia Paige highlights new releases from KU students and Kansas City rappers.
AyEl Latest release: “I Ain’t Perfect” Hearing new music from Kansas City, Kansas, rapper AyEl is a rare occasion. But when he does decide to drop a new track, he doesn’t disappoint, making it worth the long wait. AyEl’s poetic cadence and witty flows make his music easily listenable.
A’sean Latest release: “Lookin’” If you want to listen to something that gives you that 1990s feel, then Kansas City, Missouri’s A’sean has the right music for you. His old-school, laid back flow is reminiscent of east coast hip-hop style that’ll easily make you forget about the present time. A’sean’s
music certainly poses as a time capsule into hip-hop’s golden age.
Be sure to check online for links to the artists’ songs: kansan.com
Hawk Week events to kick off the year Rylie Koester @RylieKoester
Each year, the Office of FirstYear Experience puts on Hawk Week, a 10-day celebration that welcomes students to campus. Hawk Week, which takes place Aug. 22 to Sept. 1, consists of events put on by various organizations across campus. From events that will introduce you to student organizations to those that will teach you the University’s traditions, here are some of the events happening during Hawk Week. The complete list of the events can be found on the Hawk Week 2019 app. Thursday, Aug. 22: Rock the Rec 7:30 p.m. at Ambler Student Recreation Center: Get to know the Rec, demo fitness classes, try rock climbing, play games and enter a prize drawing.
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Students celebrate after defeating Texas. Students can learn to wave the wheat at Traditions Night.
Friday, Aug. 23: Union Fest 7 p.m. at the Kansas Memorial Union: Discover student organizations, receive free stuff and participate in activities like karaoke and carnival-style games. OMA Block Party at 10 p.m. at
the Kansas Memorial Union: Get to know the Office of Multicultural Affairs at this dance party. Saturday, Aug. 24: Hawk Fest 5:30 p.m. at the Spencer Museum of Art parking lot: Get to know student organizations at this event with free food, a climbing wall, music and a photo booth. Traditions Night at 8 p.m. at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium: Learn about Jayhawk history, traditions, songs and the chant. Movie on the Hill at 9 p.m. at the Campanile Hill: Watch this year’s movie, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. Sunday, Aug. 25: Silent Disco 7 p.m. at Anschutz Library: Grab headphones and dance at the most popular library for studying on campus. Friday, Aug. 30: Rock-a-Hawk 7 p.m. at the Daisy Hill lawn: Check out this event with games, activities, music, dancing and food.
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Here’s what you can do to avoid the dreaded ‘Freshman 15’ at KU OPINION Gannon Miller @Gannon_Miller13
Every August, a number of new Jayhawks arrive in Lawrence, living in the residence halls and occasionally driving on the wrong side of the one-way streets by accident. Yes, becoming a freshman is fun and exciting, but there is something most 18-year-olds haven’t had to experience before: freedom. No curfew, no parents lecturing, and no limits. However, there are still responsibilities to be followed when you are on your own, or there will be consequences. A huge downer, right? Among the most consequential: the dreaded “Freshman 15”. The freshman 15 is an expression for the weight gained by incoming students after their first year in college and the residence halls. The main culprits of the freshman 15 are overeating, stress, mass consumption of alcohol and lack of exercise. As a college freshman, you will learn to adapt to the stresses of college in order to be a successful student. Stress is normally correlated with classwork, and that can lead to stress eating. Remember, a healthy body leads to a healthy mind. Instead of chips and popcorn during study breaks, try vegeta-
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The infamous “Freshman 15” refers to the potential weight gain students may face at the beginning of the school year.
bles, such as carrots. Chips and popcorn don’t have a lot of satiety and lack key nutrients, so you don’t necessarily get full, and your brain is literally addicted to the flavor you just keep eating. Also remember that water is your friend. If you are living in the residence halls, you are required to have some sort of meal plan. Moderation is key here, as students have access to buffet-style meals in the convenience of their own homes — or just a quick walk across the
street. Maybe instead of pizza or burgers for the fourth night in a row, try a stir fry and add color to your plate. Ice cream is a weakness of mine, so the ice cream bar with unlimited toppings was a punch to my gut. I tried combating it with just a glass of chocolate milk a few days a week instead. There will also be plenty of variety of foods in the dining hall for those with vegan/vegetarian/ gluten-free restrictions. As a full-time University stu-
dent, you also have access to the Ambler Student Recreation Center. The rec has basketball courts, a huge gym, and a track to walk on. There are also trainers willing to help beginners. Just thirty minutes on a treadmill or a light walk on the track will not only help curb the freshman 15, it will also help blood flow to the brain, helping you study more efficiently. An expert in anything was once a beginner, and more people want to help you than you realize.
I want to add that the beach bod or six-pack abs shouldn’t be the ideal body image, and that’s not what I’m driving at. There are steps to take in college to get healthy, and the University has plenty of resources to help get you set for an excellent academic year. Make your health a priority. Gannon Miller is a senior from Columbus studying history and business.
Find balance during the school year by checking out some Lawrence hot spots OPINION Madison Warman @KansanNews
With classes starting and our social lives brewing, it’s easy to get caught up in the semester without taking full advantage of where we live. After attending the University of Kansas for a couple of years, I’ve learned the importance of balance during the school year. Allowing for some free time to find your favorite places will be beneficial for the upcoming semester. Here are a few of my favorites: The Nest at The Oread Hotel A personal favorite. This hotel sits at the end of campus near the Kansas Union. The Nest is a rooftop bar and observation area with a 360-degree view of Lawrence and the surrounding plains. The bar is connected to the Bird Dog Express Your Opinion! Share your views and send a letter to the editor to esouthwick@kansan.com. Please keep the length to 500 words. Note: Submissons should include the author’s name, year, major and hometown. Find our full letter to the editor policy at kansan.com/letters.
Bar on the main floor of the hotel and next to On the Hill, an Italian restaurant. The Nest is the perfect spot to hang out, have a drink, or get your necessary Instagram content. The Oread in general is especially popular during parents’ weekend and football games. The Nest gives the best view of Jayhawk Boulevard and Memorial Stadium. I recommend waiting until sunset to appreciate it all. Massachusetts Street Massachusetts Street is an easy place to spend either an hour or the day, especially with a diverse array of restaurants and stores to shop. Parades, nightlife, festivals and block parties, Mass Street is more than can’t miss: it is Lawrence. But you’ll find that out soon enough, if you haven’t already. Clinton Lake State Park Even if you aren’t the outdoorsy type, this could still be a great spot to enjoy solo or with friends. While it’s still hot and sunny, you can use the swimming beach at Clinton Lake as well as many hiking trails. There is also a dog park and over 300 campgrounds around the lake. Clinton Lake is suitable for both lazy days in a hammock or on the sand volleyball courts. Bring a blanket, snacks, and music to enjoy a picnic this fall at Clinton Lake. This hidden gem of Lawrence is good before midterms and finals week
to relax and mentally prepare. Another perk of Clinton Lake is that most of the spaces are free to use during the day, thus being a college student’s dream spot. Royal Crest Lanes This bowling alley is right off Iowa Street. Going bowling with some friends is an easy way to escape the same three places you may visit each day and partake in some friendly competition. Madison Warman is a senior from Kansas City, Missouri studying English and Spanish.
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The view from The Nest is an iconic Lawrence spot.
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Massachusetts Street has parades, night life, festivals and block parties.
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KU soccer back with Big 12 goals Carlos Peterson @CarlosWritesKU The Kansas soccer team looks to build off a very promising 2018 campaign that saw them not only make the NCAA tournament but even advance to the second round. Despite a dominant 4-1 win for North Carolina in the NCAA tournament, the Jayhawks finished with a respectable 12-63 record on the 2018-19 season. The Jayhawks lost four seniors to graduation this past spring, but return a very talented roster for the upcoming season. Senior forwards Eva Elíasdóttir and Katie McClure are the headliners in the attacking third of the pitch. McClure, an All-Big 12 performer last season, will be looked to as one of the leaders on the team and the unquestioned number
one option for the Jayhawks. She led all players with 21 points including her team-high 11 goals. Elíasdóttir experienced a lot of success in the spring exhibition season. She will be expected to fill the void left by the departure of Jayhawk-great Grace Hagan. There are also some exciting new faces being brought to the attacking third with Margherita
Overall, Kansas is expected to be in the mix for the Big 12 title at the end of the year
Giubilato, a freshman forward from Martellago, Italy; and Mya Sheridan, a freshman forward from Schertz, Texas. The young players will bring energy and technicality for periods needed for substitution. The midfield will once again feature the savvy and toughness of junior Ceri Holland as she will be the cornerstone of a promising counterattack. Holland will return with a much improved pace and build off of a very promising sophomore campaign that saw her take the third most shots on the team. The goal now will be connecting on more of these shots. Holland’s shot percentage was a team low (.026) to go 1-38 on the season. Senior Sophie Maierhofer and juniors Kathryn Castro and Avery Hall round out the rest of the
Next Game Kansas vs. Nebraska Thursday, Aug. 22.
midfield. The defending third of the pitch showcases both senior Elise Reina and junior Addisyn Merrick as the two mainstays from last year. Reina is a technically sound player who will be a large contributor to the consistency of the Jayhawk defense. Merrick’s range on the pitch can be used not only to cover up mistakes on defense but also as part of the counter. This will be one of the stronger points for the Jayhawks this season. Kansas opened the season a bit slow in their exhibition against
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Then-junior defender Eva Elíasdóttir passes the ball against Grand Valley State. The Jayhawks tied the Lakers 1-1 Saturday, March 23.
Omaha. Many of the issues were related to some of the early season lull that can come during the preseason. Inexperience also played a factor in the game and will be a theme throughout early in the season. Of the 28-women roster, 17 players have one year of playing experience or less, according to Kansas Athletics. The Jayhawks have nine freshmen coming into the season. The Big 12 remains a gauntlet for the Jayhawks, as seven of their regular season opponents are ranked in the top 25 or are receiving votes. Kansas is no slouch themselves spending a lot of the 2018 season in the top 25, peaking at 18th in the country. Overall, Kansas is expected to be in the mix for the Big 12 title at the end of the year as well as yet another bid in the NCAA tournament.
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Then-sophomore Ceri Holland takes a shot off of a free kick. The Jayhawks tied the Lakers 1-1 on Saturday, March 23.
KU football ready to begin the Les Miles era Jakob Katzenberg @KatzInHatz10 The beginning of the 2019 college football season this year marks the start of a new era for Kansas football: the Les Miles era. This off-season, Kansas Athletics hired Miles and inked him to a five-year contract worth about $2.76 million annually. Boasting an overall winning percentage of 72%, multiple SEC champion-
ships and a national title, Miles has the most impressive coaching resume of any head coach Kansas has hired in the last decade. On Kansas football’s media day on Friday, Aug. 16, Miles expressed optimism about where he felt the program is headed. “I can’t imagine a quality college town without a great football team,” Miles said. “I think you’ll find that this team will understand that and want to be a part
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Senior Carter Stanley is still battling for first-string quarterback.
of the festivity that surrounds a very quality football team.” Upon coming to Kansas, Miles overhauled the coaching staff by bringing in eight new assistant coaches while only retaining two from last year: running backs coach Tony Hull and safeties coach Clint Bowen. Under new management, Kansas added several new players who could see significant playing time in year one. The Jayhawks managed to land the top-rated JUCO quarterback prospect Thomas MacVittie. Though Miles said the position is still up for grabs between him and senior Carter Stanley, many project MacVittie to be the starting quarterback. Another newcomer to watch is junior wide receiver Ezra Naylor II, a transfer from Iowa Central Community College. Coming in at 6-foot-4 and 210 pounds, Naylor is the biggest wideout on the team in terms of his build. In Kansas’ spring game, he recorded a game high of six catches for 75 yards and snagged the game’s only touchdown pass. Naylor could help fill the shoes of last year’s top receiver Steven Sims Jr. On top of the new additions, the Jayhawks return key contributors from a year ago, including a plethora of seniors in running back Khalil Herbert, safety Bryce
Torneden, left tackle Hakeem Adeniji, wide receiver Daylon Charlot and cornerback Hasan Defense. Sophomore running back Pooka Williams Jr. headlines the bunch after rushing for 1,125 yards with seven total touchdowns in his freshman season. Miles said at the end of spring he felt as though this year’s Kansas team has a “better talent base” than the one he led in his first year at Oklahoma State. “I looked at [my] first years at other places. I think we’re more talented here in my first year,” Miles said. “They have great speed. They work hard. I think they have the ability.”
Given that, Kansas’ schedule is fairly favorable for a team that is predicted to finish last in the Big 12 via the conference’s media preseason poll. The season kicks off at home Aug. 31 against Indiana State at 11 a.m.
First Game Kansas vs. Indiana State Saturday, Aug. 31.
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Junior Thomas MacVittie is a top-rated JUCO quarterback.
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KU men’s golf seeks fifth consecutive NCAA appearance Ronnie Lozano @Rolo7_96
With a fusion of experience and incoming talent, Kansas men’s golf will be looking to make its fifth consecutive NCAA tournament appearance in 2020. Junior Harry Hillier should be an integral part of the success if the Jayhawks make it to the NCAA championships as they did in 2018. He was the University’s top performer in five events, including a win at The Jackrabbit early last fall. Hillier also averaged -0.06 versus par, which was second on the team behind his brother Charlie Hillier who graduated in the spring. Fellow juniors Ben Sigel and Drew Shepherd could help Kansas compete deep into May as well. Sigel was the University’s top performer at the NCAA regionals and shot under par at three events last season. Senior Andy Spencer had a promising sophomore campaign with five top-10 finishes, which included an 8-under (216) at the NCAA regionals. However, despite a strong showing in the Big 12 Match Play Championship, the Leawood native had just four top 20 finishes last year. He will look to bounce back in his senior season. Perhaps Spencer could be rejuvenated by the Jayhawks’ strong freshman class. Newcomer Luke Kluver has an
impressive track record heading into his first year at Kansas. He competed in the Pinnacle Bank Championship last month in Nebraska. It was Kluver’s first appearance in a professional tournament, and he was the only amateur to make the cut.
“Luke has a chance to be a special player, and I couldn’t be more excited to welcome him to the Jayhawk golf family.” Jamie Bermel Men’s golf coach
“Luke has a chance to be a special player, and I couldn’t be more excited to welcome him to the Jayhawk golf family,” coach Jamie Bermel said in a press release last spring. Kluver was also named Nebraska Junior Golfer of the Year in 2017 and 2018. He should make an immediate impact at Kansas. Another freshman, Sion Audrain, will also begin his college career on a positive note. After winning the 108th Kansas Amateur Title in 2018, the Garden City High School graduate won
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Then-sophomore Drew Shepherd ties for 16th place at the Badger Invitational in Madison, Wisconsin.
his second class-6A state title last month. The Jayhawks also added William Duquette and Hank Lierz to its deep freshman class. Duquette has five top-10 finishes in his amateur career, including a win at the Golf Quebec Boy’s Junior Championship. Lierz was named Missouri Golf Junior Player of the Year in 2017 and 2018. He also won the Missouri Junior Amateur Championship in 2018.
Kansas could also get contributions from local natives Grant Herrenbruck and Zach Sokolosky as well. They both redshirted last season because of the club’s depth, but they had decorated high school careers. Herrenbruck was a two-time individual 2A state champion at Sacred Heart High School in Salina and Sokolosky was a 5A state champion (2017) at Andover High School outside of Wichita.
Ultimately, the Kansas men’s golf team has the tools to make a run in the NCAA tournament this upcoming season.
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KU volleyball poised for strong season with versatile roster
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Coach Ray Bechard talks to his team during a timeout against UMKC. The Jayhawks defeated the Kangaroos 3-1 on Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018.
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After losing eight of the final 10 games in the 2018-19 season, Kansas volleyball finished with 15-12 record and missed the NCAA tournament. The Jayhawks struggled in the second half of the season after picking up nine straight wins in the middle of their campaign. Coach Ray Bechard said the team struggled with unforced errors and missed opportunities. Additionally, sophomore Camryn Ennis’ injury led to losses against Kansas State and Iowa State. This season, the Jayhawks will be relying on senior Zoe Hill and sophomore Rachel Langs after being named to the preseason
All-Big 12 team. Hill is the highest returning scorer to the squad, averaging 2.61 points per set. After losing Jada Burse and Gabby Simpson, Bechard has been busy in the offseason recruiting new talent. Freshmen Gracie Van Driel, Rachel Hickman and Morgan Christon were announced to the roster during the early signing period in November 2018. “A very versatile class,” Bechard said in a Kansas Athletics press release. “We gain a high-level middle blocker, outside hitter and right-side attacker. The trio will create physicality with their ability to attack and block.” Van Driel and Hickman are both Kansas natives, along with summer signees outside hitter Ri-
ley Foltz and defensive specialist Kennedy Farris. Rounding out the roster additions is Minnesota transfer junior setter Sara Nielsen. Nielsen will bring much needed experience to the younger roster. Kansas travelled to Wichita for the season’s exhibition match, taking the 3-2 over a very talented Wichita State team. “We like our exhibition this early so now we got a couple weeks to identify many things we can get better at,” Bechard said.
First Game Kansas vs. UMKC Friday, Aug. 30
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Coach Ray Bechard coaches his team during an exhibition game against UMKC. The Jayhawks defeated the Kangaroos 3-1 on Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018.
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