Kansas higher ed leaders urge more state funding
Kansas university leaders say funding for postsecondary schools must rise to avoid falling behind. They note state subsidies have not grown since 2008 and recent revenue shortfalls and tax cuts by Gov. Brownback compound the squeeze. Leaders anticipate future allocations will hinge on performance measures as fiscal constraints persist.
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KU launches part time master's in accounting at Edwards Campus
The Kansas University School of Business will start a Working Professional Master of Accounting at the Edwards Campus in Overland Park this fall. Aimed at working professionals with an undergrad in accounting, the program features evening classes taught by the same instructors as the main campus. Topics include financial and forensic accounting, project management, internal audit and accounting research. Registration opens in spring, summer, or fall. More details at Edwards KU.edu/MAcc.
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Kansas to step up Click It or Ticket enforcement
Kansas law enforcement will boost seat belt enforcement through May 19 to June 1 as part of the nationwide Click It or Ticket campaign. A Shawnee sergeant said重点 on younger drivers, pickup truck users, and nighttime motorists. Kansas reports below national usage. 2012 rank was 39th.
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Deb Young Earns Votes After Car Crash Hero Honor
Support recipients in their respective categories. There were 141 semifinalists. Young who lost her legs and one arm in a car accident last October received more than 6 600 votes. Wednesday she thanked members of the community for their support. My husband and I are very appreciative of everyone's support with the voting. Beth Hoff a friend who entered her into the contest told the Journal World that voting for Deb increased and she finished strong. There’s no one that doesn’t deserve it that will be in the run for that van. Brett Young Debs husband said in an interview last week.
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Regents approve social media policy amid debate on free speech
Regents vote to keep a disciplinary social media policy despite faculty and staff fears it chills free speech and harms academic freedom. Protesters wear shirts about harmony, loyalty and discipline as critics say the policy could curb faculty recruitment and open debate on campuses.
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Lawrence poised for new corporate move with PBS and Great American tie
Goldsmith of CB Richard Ellis brokers PBS move to Lawrence, citing staff in the area and renewed momentum for the Wakarusa Corporate Center. Great American Insurance moved about 60 workers from Topeka in 2007, reflecting ongoing occupancy growth and the center’s evolving tenant mix.
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