Show Time at Lawrence High Highlights a Happy Driver
A red Pontiac GTO will roll onto the stage during Lawrence High School's annual Show Time extravaganza. Senior Alex O'Brien will drive, drawing cheers as dancers begin work on the car. O'Brien, who has muscular dystrophy, is praised as a bright, positive performer and student inspiration.
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Final performance of Showtime at Lawrence High School
The final performance of Showtime blends choral music pop tunes and dance and is set for 7 30 p m tonight in the Lawrence High School auditorium. Admission costs seven dollars.
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State moves to dismiss equity portion of school funding suit
Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt asked a three judge panel to dismiss the equity portion of the school finance lawsuit arguing the recently approved funding bill cures the state's under funding despite a prior Kansas Supreme Court ruling. He said the legislature acted timely and in good faith to fix constitutional infirmities.
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Regents chairman questioned about social media policy
Kansas University campus discussion reveals faculty broad disagreement over the Kansas Board of Regents social media policy. During a state university tour, Regents Chairman Fred Logan answered EU faculty questions and comments amid growing opposition to the policy.
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Former EU leaders set an inspiring example in education
Saturday column notes that a university’s strength lies in its faculty and staff. It cites four former Kansas University leaders—Howard Mossberg, Ed Meyen, Del Shankel, and Dave Ambler—who dined with Gene Budig in Lawrence, highlighting their national and international impact and the value of distinguished educators.
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KU leaders praised for service and loyalty to university
Four former KU leaders, Shankel Ambler Mossberg and Meyen, described as top researchers and dedicated administrators, epitomize excellence. Luncheon host Gene Budig and former Chancellor Archie Dykes were honored for supporting a scholarship program. The piece urges continued fiscal support and freedom for faculty to explore controversial topics.
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