From Student to Social Worker Through AmeriCorps
Pack describes shifting from nursing to social work after Kansas University orientation in 2009. She credits AmeriCorps with understanding nonprofits and community service, noting how volunteers stabilize basic needs to enable futures. United Way of Douglas County seeks AmeriCorps members for 2014-2015 in education health and self sufficiency.
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Motorcycle Mary Brings Free Finance Talk in Douglas County
Motorcycle Mary, a motivational financial humorist, visits on June 21 for a free money management seminar. United Way of Douglas County hosts at Crown Automotive, 33rd and Iowa Streets, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Registration at unitedwaydgco.org.
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State board approves routes to teach science tech math
A new Kansas law broadens teacher eligibility for career and technical programs via regional colleges. Applicants may hold an out-of-state license with tests, or a bachelor's degree with five years in science tech engineering or math, or an industry certificate with five years experience. Critics worry about unqualified teachers. Doll notes mixed training potential, says districts gain flexibility. The change aligns with a school finance bill passed in April expanding funding and policy shifts.
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Missing minimum security inmate Ward sought by Hutchinson officers
Hutchinson officers search for 43 year old Christopher Ward reported missing from Cal-Maine Industries work site Saturday. Inmate at Hutchinson Correctional Facility, convicted of burglary theft aggravated burglary fleeing and eluding and aggravated escape from custody in Butler and Sedgwick counties. Ward, 5 feet 8 inches, 181 pounds, due for release in just over two years.
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Kansas university forms committee to review social media policy
KU leaders including Provost Jeff Vitter plan a review process for social media violations after a policy sparked controversy tied to an anti NRA tweet by KU journalism professor David Guth. Mayhew will chair a committee to draft due process references, aiming for library placement before campus walks into fall term.
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