Outstanding KU student Earl Brooks highlights arts in public schools
An essay praises Earl Brooks, a Kansas University student who grew up in Topeka without private music lessons. He pursued jazz and literature, contributed undergraduate research on literature and jazz, and earned KU nominations for Rhodes and Marshall scholarships. His planned graduation combines music and American studies, illustrating the impact of arts and extracurriculars on student success.
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Kansas University
Earl Brooks
Topeka
Earl
Rhodes and
Marshall
Journal-World
Kansas Senate clash over texting while driving bill
Sen. Chris Steineger called the anti texting bill dumb and popular not practical while Sen. Jay Emler defended it as lifesaving. Steineger apologized explaining the bill is too narrow and would miss other distractions like eating or talking on the phone.
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Kansas Senate
Chris Steineger
Kansas City
Kan
Kansas
Jay Emler
Lindsborg
Emler
Legis
OAS leadership clash tests Insulza re election
Andres Oppenheimer argues the Organization of American States faces a defining moment as Jose Miguel Insulza seeks a second term. Critics accuse him of lax defense of democracy and selective intervention, while supporters urge stronger human rights enforcement and faster early warning mechanisms. The piece calls for reforms like a Security Council style body or a Democracy Commission to elevate action beyond consensus.
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Organization of American States
Washington
OAS
Jose Miguel Insulza
U.S
Insulza
Venezuela
Richard Lugar
U.S. Senate Committee On Foreign Relations
Honduras
Washington Post
Obama
United States
Hugo Chavez
Chavez
Caracas
Antonio Ledezma
RCTV
OAS Permanent Council
OAS General Assembly
OAS Human Rights Commission
Mecha
Oscar Arias
Arias
United Nations
Him
Andres Oppenheimer
The
Miami Herald
KU administrators call emergency meeting over BSU action
Lawrence Daily World reports on February 23 1910 that KU administrators convened a emergency meeting after members of the KU Black Students Union confiscated copies of the University Daily Kansan on campus objecting to material. The Elks minstrel shows drew large crowds and strong finances with the night show thriving more than the matinee according to the brief.
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Kansas University
KU Black Students Union
BSU
Lawrence Daily World
Public admiration for Bill Self at KU gathering
In a letter to the editor Sue McDaniel of Lawrence praises Bill Self for his courtesy and autograph given to a fan, noting his friendliness whenever seen around town and expressing gratitude for his decision to join KU.
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Bill Self
Sue McDaniel
Lawrence
Lawrence district net closing plan targets admin building
Letters advocate focusing on efficient space use and revenue, proposing moving district offices from 110 McDonald Drive to underutilized schools. Community members argue budget cuts should shield classroom learning, not shutter neighborhood schools, and urge preserving sports and activities as part of a broader funding strategy.
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Lawrence
McDonald Drive
Brad Wertz
Ljworld.com
Ings
Heather Rhodes
Journal-World
Ijworld.com
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