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Bea Tretbar, a sophomore from Wichita and SUA coordinator, assists a student at the voter registration Friday afternoon. SUA is hosting a voter registration drive every Thursday and Friday from noon to 3 p.m. until Oct. 26. it is open to students and public.
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first full year of implementation. Efforts have been made to get people interested in the University and increase the number of admitted students that enroll by online targeting, enhancing the campus visit experience and offering more scholarships. As cost becomes a more impor-
tant factor in the final decision, we retooled our first-year scholarship program in an effort to better position KU in a competitive and dynamic market environment, Melvin wrote in an email. Melvin said the University purchased and deployed Customer Relationship Management (CRM) technology last year. This helps the University customize recruitment based on the grade levels of high school students. The incoming class also has an average ACT score of 25.1, the highest the University has seen. Jack Martin, Director of Strategic Communications, said there was also an increase in average GPA. That means the students are more prepared to come to KU, and that indicates that theyre more likely to stay here and earn undergraduate degrees, Martin said. Melvin said the high ACT scores should also lead to improvements in retention and graduation rates, which defines the success of the
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Its apparent that were living in a society where demographics are extremely important, and it is becoming more diverse as we speak, Harding said. As we bring in freshman classes that have more minorities, thats adding to the diversity of the whole student body. Although the Fall 2012 incoming class is reversing the trend, Melvin said small classes in 2009, 2010 and 2011 are keeping enrollment down. Also, the number of graduate, international, Edwards Campus and transfer students is stagnant or declining, and
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University and could improve national rankings. This freshman class is the most diverse in University history; 21.3 percent are minority students, while 16.7 percent of the Universitys overall student body is minority students. Blane Harding, director of the Office of Multicultural Affairs, said the University has historically had 15 or 16 percent minority students; however, he expects this to increase in the next few years.
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retention rates remain flat. The Universitys overall enrollment is 27,939 this semester, down from 30,102 in 2008, when the number of students in the incoming class set a record high. Now, the incoming class of 2008 is beginning to leave the system. Four- and six-year graduation rates were at record levels, Melvin wrote. Thus, overall enrollment is impacted by the fact that we are graduating larger numbers of students who are not having to extend their degrees beyond what is typically required to graduate. The economy is also a factor contributing to the overall decline. Melvin said that economic conditions limit student mobility, and more students are likely to go to a college closer to home. More students are also choosing to enroll in two-year programs or in online classes. Edited by Brittney haynes
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Dan Morelan, the former singing University bus driver, is still appealing his termination from MV Transportation. But hes also beginning another job in case he isnt rehired. Morelan said that starting today he is in training for Aero Stage Lines, a charter bus company that has locations in Topeka, Manhattan and Kansas City, Mo. Aero Stage Lines also contracts to transport Kansas Athletics teams to and from Kansas City. But if Morelan is rehired by MV Transportation following the grievance process, he said he would quit
involves the local company and Dan. They will present their info, Dan will present his information and a third party will make their decision. Pirtle said. Now, the appeal will go to the corporate level. According to the timetable set by the unions contract with MV Transportation, a hearing with the vice president should take place by Oct. 5.
Morelan was fired after he committed the maximum four work-rule violations for MV Transportation. The fourth violation came from singing with passengers while transporting them from the Kansas football game on
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Sept. 1. In the fourth violation notice, the company said a complaint was received by Danny Kaiser, the assistant director of KU Parking and Transit, sparking an investigation leading to the fourth violation. The notice said Kaiser complained about a Free For All in the Kansan that said Dan the bus driver just got the entire football parking bus to sing Sweet Caroline. Kaiser said he didnt complain about the Free For All; he just forwarded it to MV Transportation. Also, the company said that by singing on the bus, Morelan disobeyed a policy that regulates what can and cant be said over a bus
P.A. system. The policy came in an April 16 memorandum from Operations Manager Jeremy Stacy stating that, Examples of unprofessional use of the PA system include but are not limited to, whistling, singing, entertaining, tour guiding, hailing, or saying hi to passerbys, and anything that may disturb the public or your passengers. The bus drivers union filed a grievance against the company on Sept. 12 saying the company violated the union contract by not properly notifying employees, including Morelan, of the P.A. system policy. The union also argues that the memorandum was a notice and not an official policy, so Morelan could
not have violated any work rule by singing with passengers. It asked the company to rehire Morelan with full rights and seniority. MV Transportation declined comment on any questions for this story. Consistent with our policy, MV Transportation does not comment on personnel matters involving our employees, said Lauren Davis, a spokeswoman for MV Transportation. Our priority, along with the priority of the University of Kansas, continues to be safe and reliable transportation for all passengers. Edited by Brittney haynes
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whAt: Credit/No Credit deadlines whERE: Strong Hall whEN: All day ABOUt: Confident youll pass a class but dont know what your grade will be? This is your last chance to take it for credit. whAt: Square Dance Lessons whERE: Centenary United Methodist Church whEN: 7 p.m. ABOUt: Harboring a secret desire to learn square dancing? Dont miss your chance.
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whAt: Tunes at Night whERE: Hashinger Hall whEN: 9 to 10 p.m. ABOUt: Head to Hash for free dance lessons and food. whAt: KU School of Music Wind Ensemble whERE: Lied Center whEN: 7:30 to 9 p.m. ABOUt: Support students while broadening your musical horizons.
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whAt: Environmental Film Festival whERE: Spencer Museum of Art whEN: 5 p.m. ABOUt: Watch The Island President, a film about how the Maldives could become uninhabitable. whAt: Campaign 2012: Debate Watch whERE: Dole Institute of Politics whEN: 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. ABOUt: Participate in a focus group about how undecided voters feel about the first presidential debate. whAt: Ingrid Michaelson whERE: The Granada whEN: 8 p.m. ABOUt: The indie singer-songwriter provides the perfect fall soundtrack.
Thursday, October 4
whAt: A Conversation with Eula Biss whERE: Kansas Union Ballroom whEN: 5 to 7 p.m. ABOUt: The author of the Universitys first common book comes to campus. whAt: Tea at Three whERE: Kansas Union, Level 4 lobby whEN: 3 to 4 p.m. ABOUt: Celebrate the end of the week with tea and cookies.
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petitors in the tight race have a specific mission for the three debates, the first of which is Wednesday night in Denver. Obama, no longer the fresh face of 2008, must convince skeptical Americans that he can accomplish in a second term what he couldnt in his first, restoring the economy. Romney, anxious to keep the race from slipping away, needs to instill confidence that he is a credible and trusted alternative to the president, with a better plan for
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Information based off the Douglas County Sheriffs Office booking recap. A 20-year-old Lawrence man was arrested Sunday at 2:04 a.m. on the 3900 block of Stetson Drive on suspicion of operating under the influence and careless driving. Bond was set at $600. He was released. A 21-year-old Lawrence man was arrested Saturday at 5:41 p.m. on the 1200 block of north 1300 Road on suspicion of theft of property or services less than $1,000, burglary to a dwelling, burglary to a vehicle and criminal damage to property less than $1,000. Bond was set at $5,750
A 26-year-old Lawrence man was arrested Saturday at 5:41 p.m. on the 1200 block of north 1300 Road on suspicion of theft of property or services less than $1,000, burglary to a dwelling, burglary to a vehicle and criminal damage to property less than $1,000. Bond was set at $5,750. He was released. A 28-year-old Lawrence woman was arrested Sunday at 5:28 a.m. on the 2600 block of Harper Street on suspicion of leaving the scene of an injury accident, possession of a controlled substance, driving while suspended, no proof of liability insurance, failure to report an accident and being a habitual violator. Bond was not set.
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This undated photo shows Guantanamo detainee Omar Khadr, a canadian, taken before he was imprisoned in 2002 at the age of 15. he set foot on canadian soil on Saturday after an American military flight from Guantanamo Bay. Khadr pleaded guilty in 2010 to killing a U.S. soldier in Afghanistan and was eligible to return to canada last October under terms of a plea deal. canadas conservative government took almost a year to approve the transfer. I am satisfied the Correctional Service of Canada can administer Omar Khadrs sentence in a manner which recognizes the serious nature of the crimes that he has committed and ensure the safety of Canadians is protected during incarceration, Toews said. He added that once the Correctional Service will get to know Omar they will recommend appropriate conditions. Omar was found in the rubble of a bombed-out compound and near death in Afghanistan in 2002. His case received international attention after some dubbed him a child soldier.
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cancer (June 21-July 22) Today is a 9 Work through a conflict with some help from your friends and a willingness to compromise. Share details with partners. Keep track of spending, and maintain control. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) Today is a 9 Pay attention to social protocol, but stand up for yourself. Others wonder if youre ready for more responsibility. You are if you say so. Demonstrate, and give thanks. Virgo (Aug. 23-sept. 22) Today is a 7 Dont be frightened by a friends fears. Underneath, they really believe in you. You set the standards. Artistic endeavors gain momentum. You can have it all. Libra (sept. 23-oct. 22) Today is a 9 Keep things simple and make life easier. Identify the potential in the circumstances to increase work productivity and satisfaction. Dont talk much; avoid a communications breakdown. scorpio (oct. 23-nov. 21) Today is an 8 Pay attention to a master for the next few days. This person helps restore balance, and assists with decisions. Avoid risk and conflict. Find what you need nearby. sagittarius (nov. 22-dec. 21) Today is a 9 Youre entering two hectic days. Double-check the data. Stick to the rules youve set. Everythings changing ... its a good time to ask for money and make executive decisions. capricorn (dec. 22-Jan. 19) Today is a 9 Take care of family first. Set long-term goals together, and make sure to include savings. Heed your partners advice for a beautiful moment. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) Today is a 9 Move cautiously. Its easier than expected. Check instructions again. Make household decisions and an important connection. Theres a surprising discovery ... answer with a yes. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) Today is an 8 Youll retain information well for a while. Check details with the bank. Youre looking good. You succumb to feminine wiles. Call home if youll be late.
poorly coiffed super-villainy as the flaxen-haired fiend Raoul Silva, an international terrorist who seems to share a troubled past with M. Its worth noting that longtime Coen collaborator Roger Deakins (Fargo, True Grit) is handling the movies cinematography, ensuring a spectacular visual experience. Skyfall is the first Bond film to be shot entirely on digital, a decision made to facilitate a much-anticipated conversion to IMAX. This version is set to debut a day early for U.S. audiences, who will no doubt be left shaken and stirred. Edited by Joanna Hlavacek
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ex education is one of those things we were taught to roll our eyes at in middle school and high school. We giggle at memories of condoms on bananas, gym and health teachers mentally preparing themselves to say vagina, and being told that if you have sex you will get pregnant, and die. (And of course, for all of those who can join me in Catholic School Solidarity, the inevitable weaving in of Adam and Eve. Because nothing says a healthy attitude towards sex like the Bible.) The state of American sex education is pretty laughable to be honest, so I get why a lot of people my age write off sex education. But its also an attitude that makes things suck. I have found that the typical college student tends to focus on the hilarity or stupidity of the sex education they received; rather than trying to some way correct that education, and you know, learn something. A lot of people think they know a fair amount about sex, either because they went to the
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you dont have to bleed? If you do the necessary preparation (and use tons of lube) you can actually have a fairly decent first time. Or, for those biologically male, did you know you folks actually have a G-spot? Yeah man, as Discovery Health discusses, thanks to the almighty prostate, more potential orgasms for you. Congratulations. There are so many things that most of American sex education doesnt cover. Did you know, according to Planned Parenthood, condoms become ineffective if left in too extreme of temperatures? Or that a lot of sexually transmitted infections dont actually have visible physical signs? And dont even get me started on how sex education in the
United States hardly ever takes into consideration that some people are not heterosexual or 100 percent biologically male or female. You might have gotten screwed by your sex education in school, but there are resources you can take advantage of to correct that. Planned Parenthoods website has a huge section devoted to sex education, and they also do workshops for college students. The Ecumenical Christian Ministry on campus has talks every Tuesday evening about topics concerning sex. And then theres actually a fair number of sex bloggers on the internet, like Laci Green or GoAskAlice, who both give factual, accurate information concerning sex. Theres tons of ways to learn. When students go away to college, its one of the first times in a young persons life that they are actually on their own and able to make decisions about their lives without worrying about their families judgments or disapproval. This makes college the first time most people get to be sexually free, which can be awesome.
If you know how to do so safely and responsibly, sex is great. But without a solid sex education to back up that freedom, way too many students end up either in unsatisfying, painful or dangerous sexual situations. Being in college without a good sex education is like going swimming without taking swimming lessons. I mean, maybe youll be okay, but maybe a shark is going to come your way. Id personally be prepared to swim the hell away from the shark. If you want to have sex, you totally deserve to have great sex. If you dont want to have sex, you totally deserve how to know if someones taking advantage of you. Its important to know how your body works and how healthy sexual activity should function. You deserve to be empowered in your own body and sexuality. And that my friends, is what good sex education does. Gwynn is a sophomore majoring in English and Women, Gender, and Sexuality from Olathe. Follow her on twitter @AllidoisGwynn.
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he current economic downturn our country has been facing for several years has changed many aspects in the way we live our lives. And one big example of this is the way we entertain ourselves. There are more ways than ever for us to catch some entertainment during our day. In todays society, is taking a trip to the movie theater really worth the $10, or even the gas money it takes to get there? Because personally, I think we can find entertainment elsewhere and for a lot cheaper. Going to see a movie as entertainment just isnt as popular as it once was. Just look at the recent earnings that theaters make these days. During the recession, prices on a lot of things have stayed the same or have droppedbut not movie theaters. Movie tickets are skyrocketing, and the prices for snacks are just as much as the ticket itself. So I ask: With the many ways we can entertain ourselves with these days, are the theaters prices worth the hole in our pockets? While most of us were growing up, we enjoyed going to the movie theater on a rainy day to go see one of the most antici-
pated films of the year. Or we liked staying up late to catch that expensive midnight showing of the new Harry Potter movie. But unfortunately, those times are gone and are probably not coming back, at least not for a while. Entertainment is a lot easier to come across, and it comes in many different ways. We have Netflix for instant streaming for our favorite selection of classic movies and documentaries. Then there is Hulu Plus for the people that cant live without watching the latest episode of their favorite television series. Though both Netflix and Hulu Plus requires a monthly fee, it is not much more expensive than one trip to the movie theater, and you get a lot more for your money. There is always a wide selection of movies and shows to choose from. That makes it worth your while to stay
at home rather than spending gas and cash on an expensive movie at the theatre. Also, movies come out on DVD much quicker than they did before. Previously, it would take months for a movie to hit the shelves of local electronic stores for personal use. But in todays world, movies are for sale as DVDs in a matter of weeks after its final showing in the theatres. Many people would rather wait and rent the DVD for only a couple of dollars rather than wasting close to $20 to see it once at a theater. Being in college means working hard without making any money. So from time to time, we like to keep ourselves entertained, but do it wisely and save yourself some money while your at it. Movie theaters will put a huge hole in your wallet and being a college student. I know you will enjoy having that little bit of extra cash by saving it on cheaper ways to entertain yourself. Carroll is a junior majoring in English from Salem, Conn. Follow him on twitter @BCarroll91.
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It determines how we see the world, and whom we will vote for in November. Last Sunday, on 60 Minutes, President Obama and presidential candidate Mitt Romney shared their views on this matter. In my mind, they made the decision simple. Both were asked to present their big ideas. Sadly, these ideas were fairly pedestrian. The death of imagination is but one more casualty we can blame on a sluggish recovery. However, their answers were revealing. Romneys big idea is freedom. I want to restore the kind of freedom that has always driven Americas economy, he said right off the top. My message is restore the kind of freedom that allows America to lead the world. Obama answered the same question. I think theres no bigger purpose right now than making sure that if people work hard in this country, they can get ahead, he said. I am a bit dismayed our leaders, in the year 2012, are proposing freedom and opportunity as their big ideas for our country. However, I am confident in how I should vote. For me, people always come before business. I dont subscribe to the idea that whats good for business is good for America. In fact, this business-as-usual mentality is the reason equal opportunity is still sought. With just a smidgen of education, its easy to see how history has mistreated large swaths of people. Racism, sexism and inequality still permeate the American class systema system inherently designed to favor select groups. Maybe, equal opportunity isnt as stale an idea as I thought. Maybe, its the system that has grown old. Maybe, we should give opportunity a try. Scott is a graduate student majoring in American studies from Overland Park. Follow him on Twitter @ dscott12.
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i never used to think i was out of shape. then i moved to KU and the hills killed me. i love my boyfriend. Hes cool with me having a girlfriend at the same time. GsP is where i found my sober sally. it may be time to do laundry if you spray your clothes with axe because nothing passes the sniff test. i dont have any skeletons in my closet, but i do however have a tiny box full of souls in my underwear drawer. to the cadillac owner in the lawrence Memorial parking lot with the license plate MiZ sec... leave this town now. to the person who likes 90s music and Harry Potter: Boy? Marry me. Girl? lets be besties. i prefer Pizza shuttle though.
bad economy and dirty politics have overshadowed an important aspect of being president: presenting big ideas to the American people and calling upon them to rise to the challenge. Sadly, a high unemployment rate means a low aptitude for imagination. In 1919, Woodrow Wilson presented one of the biggest ideas in American politics, thus shaping international politics for almost a century. As World War I came to a closea war that began partly because of a random assassination and an entanglement of European alliancesmillions of soldiers had lost their lives for a cause very few could articulate. An Age of Anxiety set in, and the world sought a relief from modernity, along with its Maxim machine guns and chemical warfare. As the leader of the country that tipped the war and assured an Allied victory, Wilson took center stage during the settlement process and galvanized the world with his idea of self-determination: the right of countries, no matter their size, to govern themselves. Social movements, such as the civil rights movement, used this idea, as this idea applies to the individual, as well. All individuals deserve the right to self-determination no matter who they are, what they look like, or where they come from. The greatness of the Wilsons idea of self-determination rests in its affirmation of the Declaration of Independence: our unalienable right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. The method to how we realize this goal determines our politics.
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spectators crowd around a sculpture titled sophie-ntombikayis by mary sibande last thursday night at the spencer museum of art. the museum held held an event to celebrate the exhibitions on display this fall.
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lected as part of rolling stones Women Who rock campaign with Karmin and rita orga. and tonight, the band will play at the Bottleneck. the six-person group hails from Durham, n.c. and includes siblings ian, eric and Brittany Holljes, along with elizabeth Hopkins, drummer mike mcKee and bassist Grant emerson. the group is now
on tour promoting the release of its debut album, carry the Fire. the inspiration for the albums title came from how each person must define their own lives while living on earth. its saying that were just moving forward, and we dont have control over what the next generation does or what they do with what we give them, ian
said. We only get so long on earth, so all we can do is carry the fire. the album was released in June, and this is the groups first time playing in lawrence with new material. its sound is rooted in four-part harmonies, with an added flare of southern influence on the traditional americana. each song on the album tells
shared stories of the bands past. the group has already earned a reputation for having incredible live performances, ian said on the bands website. an added pleasure in its performances is the use of chains rattling on a trashcan lid, a unique idea when compared with typical percussion. a lot of times, wed come down off
stage and sing something in the middle of the audience, or be screaming out as opposed to singing in order to convey the emotion, to find something primal that will affect people, ian said. Doors will open at 8 p.m., and Delta rae goes on at 9 p.m. the show is free to attend.
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in this sept 11, 2008 file photograph, us soldiers attend a ceremony marking the 7th anniversary of the sept. 11 attacks, at the u.s camp Phoenix in Kabul, afghanistan. u.s. military deaths in afghanistan have surpassed 2,000, a grim reminder that a war which began nearly 11 years ago shows no signs of slowing down.
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Swimmers of the Crimson and Blue teams dive during the intrasquad race on Friday at the Robinson Center. The Jayhawks first official race is in Houston against Rice on Saturday at noon.
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with top ten finishes in the varsity eight, varsity four and double. The race started with all four of KUs boats, qualifying for the finals in the collegiate eight with a time of 15:38.59, led by freshman Maggie Duncan, junior
Caity Decker, sophomores Jenni Hartzler and Erin Brogan and senior Olivia Catloth. Coach Rob Catloth was happy about his teams performance at the first race of the season.
We need to get better and get more points in the eight and when we are starting only 30 seconds back of Texas and Oklahoma instead of 48 seconds last year, it puts us in a better position as we get ready for the spring, Catloth said. In the double, which is not a typical event in collegiate rowing, KU qualified two boats in the finals. The top qualifier in the event for KU was the team of junior Alexandra Torquemada and senior Olivia
Kinet. In the eight petite final, KU finished fourth, fifth and sixth and the teams top varsity eight participated in the grand final and finished fifth. The final qualifying event of the race was the varsity four, where two KU boats qualified for the final with a time of 17:15.14. Junior Cara Murray, sophomores Alexis Fowlkes, Andrea Joyce and Brooke Thurston and senior Katy MacCormack led the two KU boats.
Coach Catloth said the hard work at practices is beginning to show at the races. I think the athletes felt like they are starting to learn and apply the things we are working on in practice. Thats a positive. If you can make changes when you are tired, that is a positive.
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tightness, although Yost said he would have been able to stay in the game had the score been closer. First baseman Eric Hosmer and shortstop Alcides Escobar missed the three-game series with shoulder injuries. Hosmer has a slight tear in his right rotator cuff and will be re-examined Monday when the Royals open a three-game homestand with Detroit. The Royals and Indians will have some say on how the AL Central race ends. Kansas City plays the Tigers, who lead Chicago by three games. Cleveland hosts the fading White Sox for three games, also starting Monday. The Indians are 5-2 after a 12-41 stretch that dropped them from contention into last place in the AL Central and cost manager Manny Acta his job. General manager Chris Antonetti will interview Alomar and former Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona soon for the full-time position and expects a few other candidates to be in the search. The 10-run inning was Clevelands first since doing it in Kansas City in a 19-1 win on May 16, 2011. The Indians had not scored 10 in an inning at home since an 11-run first inning against the Royals on Aug. 13, 2006.
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Outside hitter Catherine Carmichael spikes the ball against Tulsa in August. The team has gone 12-2 in nonconference play.
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ball. Five incoming freshman and three transfers saw action in a successful week for Kansas. I think they all looked good and they all got a chance to go out and contribute in some way, a couple ...so when we think weve got at bats and did extremely well drawing walks, said Smith. We given enough; were just going to give it something are very excited about what they are going to add to the team this extra. spring. Smith made it clear that there MaddIe steIn Jayhawk softball Player are multiple areas for improvement, as did sophomore captain and catcher Maddie Stein. Moving on we are going to try and make mistakes and to be honest better adjustments and we have not really done just keep giving more, much at practice regardStein said. Thats our ing base running so were team motto this year, going to lock down on so when we think weve that this week. given enough; were just The Jayhawks have going to give it something annihilated all five Smith extra. opponents this year by a combined score of 51-1. Partaking in these outings were eight new faces to the softball team, Edited by andrew ruszczyk part of a new look for Kansas soft-
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It was West Virginias first Big 12 game since officially joining the conference. Unexpectedly, they had a wild shootout against Baylor. West Virginia and Baylor combined for 133 points and 19 touchdowns on Saturday. Quarterback Geno Smith dominated headlines all weekend with his performance. Smith put up insane video game-like numbers against the Bears. He threw for a school record 656 yards and eight touchdowns against the Bears. He found three different receivers against Baylor for over 100 receiving yards. J.D. Woods pulled in 114 yards and one touchdown, Tavon Austin caught 215 yards and two touchdowns and Stedman Bailey had a monster game with 303 yards and five touchdown receptions. Baylor surprised a lot of people when it proved how explosive its offense is with quarterback Nick Flor-
Big 12 football fans witnessed another nail-biter Saturday in Boone Pickens Stadium. Oklahoma State was fired up with a mindset of pulling an upset while hosting Texas at home. Running back Joseph Randle had a career-high in carries with 25 and rushing yards with 199. Randle scored two touchdowns to help the Cowboys keep up with the Longhorns. Texas quarterback David Ash gave his team momentum on the road.
Texas Christians offense stumbled again and scored less than 30 points for the third straight game after scoring 56 to open up their season. Quarterback Casey Pachalls early fumble set the Horned Frogs back, but it got its offense going after a pair of touchdown throws by Pachall in the first quarter. TCU always had the lead in this game, thanks to their dangerous defense that came away with six takeaways. Cornerback Jason Verrett shined with two interceptions and safety Chris Hackett provided help for the Horned Frogs with an interception and a fumble recovery, doing everything to make sure Southern Methodist did not see the end zone more than twice. Texas Tech 24 -- Iowa State 13
In this battle between two undefeated Big 12 teams, Texas Tech triumphed on the road against Iowa State. After Texas Techs unsuccessful early efforts, quarterback Seth Doege gave his team a boost of energy in the second half, finishing the game with 331 yards, three touchdowns and two interceptions. Doege completed a pass to nine different players. In the end, it was the Red Raiders defense that pulled through to help the struggling offense. Texas Tech forced four turnovers as defensive back Cornelius Douglas intercepted two passes from Iowa State quarterback Steele Jantz. Edited by Joanna Hlavacek
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hile millions of Americans tuned in to watch another weekend of college and NFL football, one of the great sporting events of the year also took place: the Ryder Cup. Golf s premier event, which occurs every two years, pits the United States against Europe in a team format that brings out the passion and competition that is the game of golf. Rather than playing for money and fame, players play for their country. And rather than playing for themselves like in regular golf tournaments, egos are set aside and true character is seen through team play. Watching the Ryder Cup is a completely different experience than watching any other golf tournament. It elevates the game from something you fall asleep watching on a Sunday afternoon, to something that makes you sit on the edge of your seat. Every two years, the venue for the Ryder Cup changes from a course in Europe to a course in the U.S., and the homefield advantage you see in other sports is instantly a factor in golf as well. Normally a reserved and quiet game, fans at the Ryder Cup carry flags representing their beloved team and chant wildly as their team makes a
did not fail to disappoint. The Ryder Cup is the one event in golf where fans can be fans and the worlds best golfers can compete against each other in a unique team environment that truly reveals character. While the timing of the Ryder Cup is not exactly ideal with football taking up television priorities, for me it is on par with some of the greatest sporting events in the world. And again, if you dont believe me, I have one simple question: Did you watch? Edited by Nikki Wentling
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he Big 12 conference was once known for its power running and hard-nosed defense. Now, many teams spread the football field and sling the ball through the air. And for the undefeated West Virginia Mountaineers, that gives them an edge over the rest of the Big 12. After four games, West Virginia leads the nation with 441.5 yards per game through the air. The Mountaineers also are third in the nation, averaging 53 points. The high-octane offense wears opponents down and causes the defense to give up huge plays. Still, without a good quarterback, the spread offense doesnt really work. However, the Mountaineers dont have a good quarterback. They have a magnif icent quar terback. Senior quarterback Geno Smith continues to put up godly numbers. In the 70-63 victory over Baylor, Smith completed 45 of his 51 passing attempts, threw for 656 yards and eight touchdowns. To put those numbers in perspective, Baylor Heisman winner Robert Griffin III threw for 1,481 yards and 18 touchdowns through four games in 2011. Kansas senior quarterback Dayne Crist has 763 passing yards through four games. Smith almost conquered that feat in one game. This year, Smith completed 83.4 percent of his passes and threw for 1,728 yards and 20 touchdowns. He also has yet to throw an interception and leads the nation with a 208.4 quarterback rating. Yes, Geno Smith is insane, but his wide receivers might be equally as good. Junior wide receiver Stedman Bailey and senior wide receiver Tavon Austin are a deadly duo. In the victory over Baylor, Bailey had 13 receptions for 303 yards and five touchdowns. Austin was close behind with 14 receptions for 215 yards and two touchdowns. Bailey and Austin are both in the top five in the nation for receptions, yards and touchdowns. Usually having two wide receivers with 200 or more yards in a game is uncommon, but to have two wide outs in the top five in multiple categories is unreal. Led by a potential Heisman winner and an excellent offense, West Virginia might win the Big 12 conference in its first year in the conference. Though Baylors offense kept up with West Virginia, many offenses cant put up the numbers like the Mountaineers. A trip to Austin, Texas to face the Texas Longhorns this weekend and a game on Oct. 20 against Kansas State stand in the way of the Mountaineers Big 12 title. But with this explosive offense, West Virginia has to be the favorites to earn the Big 12 crown. Edited by Christy Khamphilay
[From left] Kansas runners James Wilson, Gabe Gonzalez, Josh Baden and reid Buchanan snag the top four places, respectively, in the Bob timmons Classic sept. 1 at rim rock Farm.
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mgoodwin@kansan.com Just behind the finish line of the Rim Rock Classic, fifteen Jayhawk runners stood with their arms around each other and smiled as family members took pictures. The results had not yet been released, but the runners knew they ran a successful race. Minutes earlier, Donny Wasinger, senior mens team captain, had led a string of five consecutive Jayhawk runners across the finish in the top 10 of the race. It was the second team win in the two races for the Kansas men. The Jayhawks outran the 11th ranked Indiana Hoosiers for the victory and also beat Kansas State and Texas Tech in Saturdays race. We took down some really good teams that are consistently really strong every year. Wasinger said. As a team I think we did perfect. We executed exactly the way we wanted and had a plan going in. Assistant coach Michael Whittlesey similarly described the teams execution of the race plan as perfect. The team did a nice job of controlling the first mile and picking it up at the third mile, he said. The top five finishing Jayhawks: Wasinger, James Wilson, Evan Landes, Reid Buchannon and Gabe Gonzalez were separated by just eight seconds at the finish line. Whittlesey said that the team is always trying to have a close margin between the number one and five runners and an eight second margin on a tough course like Rim Rock was great execution by the guys. The womens team was not as successful at grouping their front five runners together as the men did. The womens team finished sixth behind Michigan, Toledo, Indiana, Air Force and New Mexico State. Senior Kyra Kilwein was the top finisher on the team and finished 21st overall. My teammates helped me a lot with staying calm and confident, Kilwein said. Coach Whittlesey also said I did really well, so Im really happy. Seniors Kilwein and Wasinger were running in their last race as Jayhawks at their home course of Rim Rock Farm, but it was the first ever Rim Rock Classic. The course was changed for the event to be more spectator friendly. Rim Rock is my course, I know it very well, Kilwein said. We did a 6k today, and it was a little bit different, but I thought todays race was really fun. Coach Whittlesey also enjoyed the new route for Rim Rock. Spectators could get everywhere and I thought the atmosphere was fantastic, so it was a good day. Whittlesey said. There are hopes that this meet, with its adjusted course and quality athletes competing, will help attract a regional or conference meet to be ran at Rim Rock in the future. Edited by Brittney Haynes
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Kansas Athletics announced on Friday that it agreed with mens basketball coach Bill Self on a contract that will keep him coaching at Allen Fieldhouse through the 2021-22 season. The new contract increases the four-time Big 12 Coach of the Years salary $480,000, raising his total annual salary to $3.856 million, starting after his previous contract ends following the 2017-18 season. We believe Bill Self is among a very small number of elite basketball coaches in this country, KU Athletics Director Sheahon Zenger said in a press release. And this ensures that we compensate him accordingly. We are proud of the way he represents the University of Kansas, Kansas Athletics and the entire state of Kansas, and we are thrilled that he will remain our coach for at least another decade. If Self remains at the university, he will earn retention bonuses worth $876,000 per year, paid in lump
Kansas coach Bill self speaks at the mens basketball awards banquet last spring. selfs contract was extended through the 2021-22 season, and his salary was increased to $3.856 million, starting after the 2017-18 season.
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