Watkins Museum to unveil Quantrill exhibit for 150th raid anniversary
The Watkins Community Museum of History in Lawrence debuts a new central permanent exhibit on Quantrill's Raid ahead of the 150th anniversary. Executive director Steve Nowak says the exhibit links the raid to local history with an interactive map, photos, artifacts, and a NYT front page.
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KU information security chief guards campus from cyber threats
Rob Arnold, chief information security officer for KU Information Technology Services, leads efforts to guard Kansas University's vast computing network from cyber intrusions. The article notes the campus has thousands of entry points and valuable data, including student and staff identifiers and research IP, requiring vigilant defense.
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Lawrence teacher who inspired travel keeps teaching spirit abroad
David Platt, Lawrence High School social studies teacher, survived a serious interstate crash and still planned a Europe trip days later. For 15 years he has taken students worldwide, from Africa to China, to spark global exploration despite his injuries. He later aimed to hike the Appalachian Trail with a former student after recovery.
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LHS senior Mark Stevens at National Young Leadership Conf
Longtime student leader Mark Stevens from LHS joined the National Young Leadership Conference in Washington DC. He emerged as Speaker of the House during the event, continuing a family tradition and showcasing public leadership at a national forum.
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