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Finals: A guide for studying


By Michaela Warren
May 11, 2013 - 12:10am

Finals week is dreaded, obviously. It doesn’t have to be though. Take some preventive measures and make sure you sail through this week. Music It helps, whether how cliché it is or not. Listen to a bit of classical music from your personal music library or stream a station from Pandora. There’s also this great website 8tracks that lets users create their own digital mixtapes configured to different moods or times. Plus, there are ones curated specifically for studying. READ MORE

Pursuing dreams to the Big Apple


By reutere3
May 10, 2013 - 6:39pm

Sarah Atkinson, a freshman at the University of Kansas, loves to make people laugh. While she majored in theater design this year, spending more time behind the scenes, Atkinson is most comfortable stirring up a riot on stage. After starring in several productions throughout high school, Atkinson submitted an application to the New York Conservatory of Dramatic Arts, where she plans to study acting next year. READ MORE

Alex Winkler '16


By Brea Cudney
May 10, 2013 - 4:08pm

Name: Alex Winkler Twitter: @ay_dubb Age: 19 Hometown: Marysville, Kan. Year: freshman Major: pre-pharmacy Relationship Status: single READ MORE

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Finals Week as Told By Disney


By Laura Fagen
May 8, 2013 - 2:22pm

When you realize finals are only a week away. And instead of studying like you should, you just want to drink all of Stop Weekend. READ MORE

The Met Gala: A Punk Show


By Michaela Warren
May 7, 2013 - 12:45pm

This year’s Met Gala was held to celebrate the new exhibition by Andrew Bolton entitled Punk: Chaos To Couture. The exhibition opens to the public Thursday following last night’s red-carpet festivities.  “Punk was all about shock and provocation, and so to start off an exhibition in the Metropolitan Museum of Art with a toilet -- well, I thought was the ultimate punk statement,” said Bolton to Style.com READ MORE

Improving Yourself Over the Summer


By Laura Fagen
May 6, 2013 - 12:20pm

It's summertime and you don't know what to do. All your friends got internships, are studying abroad or are taking summer classes. Maybe you're stuck at home or in Lawrence wondering what you are
going to do with all this spare time you have this summer. Maybe you'll try to hit the pool or excersize more. While relaxing is good, the summer is also a great time to work on improving yourself both personally and professionally. It's a time to set aside the other craziness you have that normally goes on and reevaluate. Looking to improve yourself this summer? Here are some ideas on ways to make yourself a more well-rounded and satisfied person this summer. READ MORE

Great Gatspiration


By arenachitanavong
May 3, 2013 - 8:24pm

Ever since I was in high school, I have been obsessed with the "The Great Gatsby." The book is just this romaticized version of the 1920's jazz age. In a sense, I guess it inspired me to research everything about the clothes, hair, and accessories. I think it is probably one of my favorite times of fashions because it is so glamourous. Ever since I heard they were remaking the movie two years ago, I have been awaiting this day forever. Needless to say, the day is almost here and I couldn't be more excited. So as an ode to "The Great Gatsby," I will do a blog dedicated to the fashions of that age.  READ MORE

Bad Rabbits Stop Day Concert


By Laura Fagen
May 3, 2013 - 5:28pm

This event is presented by SUA Events and KJHK Radio. Fusing futuristic R&B and post-rock for a slick one-two punch, Bad Rabbits draw on a diverse array of influences to produce music that, at its heart, is designed to make you get on down. Listen to the band at www.badrabbits.com READ MORE

Collins Uwagba '14


By Brea Cudney
May 2, 2013 - 8:50pm

Name: Collins Uwagba Twitter: @Agoz_C Age: 20 Year: junior Hometown: Lagos, Nigeria Major: Chemistry/ Pre-Pharmacy Relationship Status: single What are three qualities you look for in a girl? I look for someone who is smart, humble and kind. Celeb Crush: Anne Hathaway READ MORE

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