KU Commencement Honors Honorary Doctors at 140th Ceremony
Kansas University marked its 140th commencement with four honorary doctorates for notable figures, including alum Alan Mulally of Ford. Alumni described mixed emotions, celebrating achievements while bidding farewell to campus life amid a Final Four memory.
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KU honors four alumni with honorary doctorates at commencement
Four distinguished KU alumni receive honorary doctorates. Sheila Bair, chair of the FDIC during the Great Recession, is a Law Doctor. Bob Dole, Kansas native and former senator, is honored for his political career. Kirke Mechem, composer and Army veteran, reflects his 50 years of work. Alan Mulally, Ford CEO, brings aerospace and leadership to the ceremony. Andy Hyland is listed among honorees.
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Legislature eyes funding ban on remedial courses at KU
Remedial course funding remains contested as a House Senate conference committee negotiates. Speaker Mike O’Neal backs cutting state funds and tightening admissions while Senate seeks delays until 2015 and study on success rates. KU offers intermediate algebra with about 900 fall students. exceptions for older students and veterans are debated.
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