Students push for protecting higher education funding
In a Kansas education funding dispute, university leaders warn that raising K 12 funding by about 600 million dollars annually could crowd out higher education. They note tuition increases, budget cuts, and shorter terms at public universities while lawmakers await a new cost analysis.
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Lawrence teen Gathunguri named Kansas Youth of the Year
Lawrence resident Gathunguri, a middle school volunteer and future nurse practitioner hopeful, has been chosen Kansas Youth of the Year. She mentors younger kids at the Boys and Girls Club, emphasizes listening, and aims to inspire club members while preparing for the June 14 regional Youth of the Year ceremony in Dallas. Education reporter Joanna Hlavacek can be reached at 832-6388.
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