KU Jayhawk collection secures permanent home at Union
James J. Ascher Sr. donated 130000 to KU Endowment to keep a 1000-piece Jayhawk memorabilia collection at the Kansas Union. The set was boxed for auction but will remain on campus, with some pieces likely back on display soon. Ascher, a KU alum, sought to preserve the collection for KU students and visitors.
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Lawrence Library crowns banned book trading card winners
The Lawrence Public Library announced the winners of its Banned Book trading card design contest at Liberty Hall. Seven designers were selected from nearly 100 entries, with author Mark Twain hosting the ceremony and presenting life sized card displays onstage. Leah Hoelscher was among the winners.
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Cooler Book Bans Reflect School Censorship Debates
In Kansas parents challenge Maya Angelou and Sherman Alexie works over race, sexual content, and vulgar language. Critics warn against explicit imagery and perceived anti-white sentiment amid broader debates on curriculum censorship. Images credited to Lawrence Public Library.
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Kansas Supreme Court budgets could close courts for seven weeks
Kansas Chief Justice Lawton Nuss warned that the Legislature and Gov Brownback approved budget for the coming year could force all state courts to shut for about seven weeks due to an $8.25 million shortfall versus the judicial branch request. The 10 member advisory council will study impacts and possible solutions with first meeting Oct 7.
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Information meetings set after budget cuts on campuses
Republican leaders plan statewide information-gathering sessions at university campuses following budget reductions from the recent legislative session. The meetings aim to explain cuts, gather feedback, and outline impacts on programs and services.
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