KU Endowment hits 12 billion goal early
With a historic gift announced last week, Kansas University Endowment surpassed its Far Above campaign goal of 12 billion two years ahead of schedule. Leaders say the campaign will not end but shift focus to attracting top people, describing talent as KU's best resource.
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How Far Above Campaign Fundraising by Fiscal Year
Kansas University data shows fundraising totals by year from 2008 to 2014. 2008 105.1 million, 2009 116.0 million, 2010 122.4 million, 2011 153.2 million, 2012 156.5 million, 2013 174.2 million, 2014 253.2 million.
Budget Gap Sparks Call For Lawmaker Cuts
Gov. Sam Brownback outlined a plan to fill a 279 million budget gap that relies mostly on transferring 201 million from other funds into the general fund. He defended the approach, saying actual spending cuts should be decided by the Legislature per constitutional process.
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Roberts cited for limited role in torture report findings
A Senate report on CIA enhanced interrogation techniques faults the agency for harsh methods and dismisses claims that torture yielded useful information. It notes Sen. Pat Roberts of Kansas had a limited role as former chair of the oversight panel through 2009.
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