KU debaters aim for No 1 ranking in national polls
KU debaters, ranked second by the American Forensics Association behind rival Baylor, highlight a storied history dating to 1946 with four national titles. Rowland notes strong university and Student Senate support, a large freshman-dominated roster, and about 10 tournaments annually. Debaters study policy and value topics, meet twice weekly, and many go on to law school.
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Bush to meet with Ad Hoc Group in Kansas City
President Bush will visit Kansas City to meet with the Ad Hoc Group Against Crime an organization active for 12 years in reducing drug related tensions. Alvin Brooks founder emphasizes prevention treatment and community involvement alongside police efforts. The group uses hotlines marches and jury participation to curb drug activity in inner city neighborhoods. President will address law enforcement officials at a downtown venue before returning to Washington.
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Haskell regents plan to lobby for funding
Haskell Indian Junior College regents aim to boost involvement by traveling to Washington, D C, to lobby for the school's budget. President Raymond Morgan says five of the 15 members will press congressional hearings on Native American issues for extra funding, including $800,000 to $900,000 and renovations at Pocahontas Hall.
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