Vice provost leaves KU after 35 years of progress in diversity
Fred Rodriguez steps down from KU after a 35 year career starting in 1978 in the School of Education where he helped create multicultural training for teachers. He recalls a time with no diversity courses and notes progress toward inclusive faculty and student environments.
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Helping kids bank on college
Kansas University's School of Social Welfare researchers William Elliott and Terri propose an early savings approach to higher education. By providing a small amount of money 18 years before college, students may view college as attainable and avoid heavy loan burdens after graduation.
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Kansas Republicans defend tax plan amid deficit warnings
Democratic leaders warned Gov. Sam Brownback's proposed second round of income tax cuts would create a $781.5 million shortfall within five years, while Republicans said the figure is static and that alternatives may be crafted. House Speaker Ray Merrick urged action and possible spending cuts, countering claims of guaranteed growth from the cuts.
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Lawrence leaders back new tech training center site
Lawrence economic development leaders propose locating a new technical training center at the former Farmland Industries site instead of renovating an existing school building, signaling a shift in redevelopment plans.
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