Larry Chalmers: He Always Wanted to Become a Teacher
Journal World senior reporter Bob Womack profiles Chancellor Laurence Chalmers. He describes Chalmers as a student and leader, noting how his personal drive shapes Kansas University's direction and future.
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Chalmers Shaped by Decades of University Leadership
Larry Chalmers, chancellor of Kansas University since 1969, is portrayed as a crisis manager who fosters decentralization, formula budgeting, and broader participation in decision making. He balances a demanding role with personal projects like a log cabin, a harpsichord, and painting, while pursuing ongoing education reforms and closer student alliances.
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