5+ day, 19+ hour ago   (248+ words) “At KU, we are lucky to have expert scholars producing excellent work about democracy,” Muddiman said. “Democracy Day is an opportunity for the community to discuss the future of government by the people, for the people.” Staged as a series…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (412+ words) LAWRENCE — New research from the University of Kansas shows promising results from a communitywide effort in Wyandotte County that brings youth, families and local partners together to prevent violence and create safer conditions for young people. Through the Youth Violence…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago   (211+ words) KU News KU Spotlight on Faculty Excellence honorees announced for the 2026-27 year LAWRENCE — This academic year, the KU Spotlight on Faculty Excellence program will celebrate 12 University of Kansas faculty and their contributions in research, scholarship and creative activity. Each honoree…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago   (308+ words) LAWRENCE — On Aug. 17 and 18, new faculty members met at the Jayhawk Welcome Center to participate in New Faculty Orientation. This year’s new faculty cohort represents 39 units across the KU Lawrence and Edwards campuses. “We are excited to welcome more than…...

3+ week, 2+ day ago   (302+ words) HUTCHINSON — Students from the 361st Basic Training Class took the stage Aug. 21 in Integrity Hall and graduated from the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center. The class took the oath and is now ready to serve the Kansas law enforcement agencies and…...

3+ week, 4+ day ago   (442+ words) LAWRENCE — The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas has announced its fall 2026 slate of public programming, events and special exhibits, which are set to feature conversations with legislators, field experts and practitioners on topics ranging…...