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THURSDAY
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April showers.
Tuesday, April 15
What: Feminism and Climate Change: From Climate Science to Queer Feminist Climate Justice When: 2 p.m.
Where: Kansas Union, Woodruff Auditorium
About: A lecture from noted ecofeminist writer and researcher Greta Gaard.
What: Shakespeare the Recycler
When: 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Hall Center, Conference
Hall
About: A lecture from two worldclass Shakespearean scholars. A discussion and Q&A session will follow.
What: University-Community Forum with Paul Davis and Marci Francisco When: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: The Ecumenical Campus Ministries
About: Kansas legislators Paul Davis and Marci Francisco will present an analysis of the 2014 legislative session and what it means for Kansas. Attendance is free, and an optional lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m., which costs $3.50 for students and $6.50 for community members.
Wednesday, April 16
What: Organization Justice and Public Service Motivation: A Walk on the Dark Side
When: 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Where: Kansas Union, Malott Room
About: Dr. Robert Christensen of the University of Georgia will present a lecture hosted by the School of Public Affairs and Administration.
Thursday, April 17
What: Hallmark Symposium Lecture
Series: Mark Klett
When: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Spencer Museum of Art auditorium
About: A presentation from noted photographer and author Mark Klett. Admittance is free.
Where: Spooner Hall, The Commons About: David Krakauer, director of the Wisconsin Institute for Discovery, will discuss the future of research and education at large universities. Admittance is free. Courtyard
What: The Future of the University When: 8 p.m.
Friday, April 18
What: Date to design the University of the Future
When: 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where: Spooner Hall, The Commons
About: University professors, and attendees, will join David Krakauer in an open discussion on the future of universities. Attendance is free and open to the public.
STATE
What:Dare to Design the University of the Future
What: Friday Night at the Kino:
"Rozyczka" (Little Rose)
When: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: 318 Bailey Hall
About: A free screening of the Polish drama "Rozyczka," in Polish with English subtitles, presented by the Center for Russian, East European and Eurasian Studies.
Chancellor presents senator with prestigious award
He also spoke about the importance of funding in
U. S. Sen. Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) received the Champion of Science award Monday at the Dole Institute of Politics from Chancellor Bernadette Gray-Little, who presented it on behalf of the Science Coalition, for his work supporting and prioritizing scientific research funding.
MCKENNA HARFORD news@kansan.com
Moran was nominated for the award because of his proposed amendments to the national budget in 2013 and 2014 to increase funding for the National Institutes of Health, as well as for his partnership with the University of Kansas Cancer Center and his published op-eds supporting medical research advancement.
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Chancellor Bernadette Gray-Little presented U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) with the Champion of Science award on behalf of the Science Coalition at the Dole Institute of Politics on Monday.In his remarks afterward, Moran stated his belief that biomedical research at the University and other institutions in Kansas is a critical part of the state's national standing.
From my experience, he fully understands the importance of federally funding research," Gray-Little said in her speech.
Moran is one of only 35 members of Congress who have received the award.
"If we want to do something great for our kids and grandkids, then we have to commit today to science and medical research, because it will pay huge dividends for generations to come," Moran said in his speech.
At the ceremony, Moran said he supported scientific research because of the affect it can have on saving and improving lives, as well as its importance to the economy and in keeping America globally competitive.
"There is great potential for research and now is not the time to waver on our country's commitment to advancing scientific research," Moran said.
keeping students involved in science fields, as well as
"...now is not the time to waver our country's commitment to advancing scientific research."
JERRY MORAN U.S. senator
honoring the educators who spark interest in students so that research will continue to
"I think having the support of Senator Moran and other leaders in the state of Kansas is essential, not only for providing support to the institutions, but communicating to the young people in the community that biomedical research is important and there is support for their interests," said MB/ PhD student Cattlin Linscheid.
grow.
Moran ended his speech by stressing the importance of continued support for scientific research because of the positive impact on individuals
and families. Special guest Dr. Francis Collins, director of the National Institutes of Health. echoed this in his speech.
are also the National Institutes of Hope, and that's because of research institutions across this country," he said.
"We are the National Institutes of Health, but we
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KU SCIENCE RESEARCH INFO.
KUMC is currently doing groundbreaking research in cancer and Alzheimer's treatment.
50 percent of the doctors in Kansas graduated from KUMC
CORRECTION
In yesterday's edition of the Kansan, a column that ran on page 4 incorrectly stated on which day Passover began. The column says it begins Tuesday, but it actually began Monday. To read a full version of the story, with correct information, go to Kansan.com.
In 2013, the NIH funded $103 million worth of scientific research projects at the University.
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB HIRING FAIR
Interview for a position at Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence for the 2014-2015 school year
HIRING FOR AMERICORPS ACAPEMIC FACULTATORS. GROUP LEADERS & LITERACY GROUP LEADERS
April 17 & 18, 9am-5pm UCC 133 Burge Union
Sign up for an interview time at https://ku-csm.symplicity.com/students/
Drop-ins welcome
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