Regents endorse selective admissions for Kansas universities
Kansas Board of Regents endorses the qualified admissions standards for state universities, effective for students entering high school in 2011, requiring a pre college curriculum and a 2.0 GPA plus one of ACT 21, SAT 980 combined, or top third class ranking. The report shows higher retention and graduation among students meeting standards, with KU leading in outcomes, while exceptions show lower six year degree completion and higher remedial costs.
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Rebalancing U S power amid Gorbachev echoes
Washington Post columnist David Ignatius notes Western allies fear Obama’s shift toward offshore balancing risks eroding U S influence. Mead warns of a Central Powers axis Russia China Iran exploiting U S disengagement while Arabs worry credibility has collapsed. The piece argues a dual track with Iran and a cautious strategy may limit dangers.
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Old Home Town Ago In 1913 Demonstration Before Med Students
Dr. Lillard, an anatomical anomaly, gave a demonstration before University medical students in the chemistry lecture room. He displayed joints moved out of place using his plastic tissues, including the shoulder blade, elbow, hips, and ankle joints, after traveling across the United States and England for such demonstrations.
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Personal confession on income inequality and self made success
Cal Thomas argues income inequality is a false premise used to justify government dependency. He shares his own early earnings, contrasts with peers, and urges personal effort, education, risk taking, and hard work as paths to advancement, criticizing liberal rhetoric and extended unemployment benefits.
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