Peabody winner Krista Tippett speaks at KU on humanity
Peabody Award winner Krista Tippett spoke at Kansas University in Woodruff Auditorium to about 300 attendees. She discussed religion civility technology politics media and current events and urged redefining relationships and belonging. Tippett outlined three thoughts words matter rediscover questions honor the difficulty of being human. A Lawrence resident praised her accessible style and hoped for further conversation. The Humanities Lecture Series hosted the event, which was free and open to the public.
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Sheriff seeks fast track for inmate health care bid waiver
Douglas County Sheriff requests bypassing the usual bidding to quickly sign with a new inmate medical services provider for the county jail. Sheriff McGovern cites high liability and staffing troubles with current staff, aiming to compare two national firms Advanced-Correctional Healthcare and Correct Care Solutions, already used in other Kansas counties. County commissioners meet at 4 pm at the Douglas County Courthouse to decide.
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Kansas universities plan housing and dining price increases
The Kansas Board of Regents will discuss proposed higher housing and food service rates across six state universities. If approved at the December meeting, new rates would start in summer and fall 2016, with KU typical room and dining priced at 9,586 for 2016 17, a 262 increase from this year.
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KU Provost outlines plan for inclusion on campus
Kansas University has formed an advisory team and will deliver an action plan by mid January to address racial disparity and inclusion. Provost Jeff Vitter said the plan targets student retention and graduation rates, requires inclusion education for all students and employees, and establishes accountability. Work continues on a universitywide climate survey as a consultant met the Climate Study Task Force.
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