6C THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
APARTMENT GUIDE
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16, 2005
'Schol Hall Land' appeals to many
Close-nit scholarship hall system unique in area universities
BY KNIRKRIL DUENSING
correspondent@kansan.com
KANSAN CORRESPONDENT
Jalie Holborow, a St. Louis sophomore, and Jade Martens, a Salina sophomore, both exit their campus residence, Margaraet Amini Scholarship Hall. Both they enjoy the living arrangement and were elected social chairs for the hall.
A sign hanging in the foyer of Margaret Amiini Scholarship Hall reads, "Margaret Amiini: A Home Away From Home." Past this facade is a close-knit family of 50 women living in suites who never have to shop for groceries or pay monthly bills.
These women are among the 500 residents of the scholarship hall system at the University of Kansas. "Schol Hall Land" spreads from Lilac Lane behind Fraser Hall to the 13th block of Louisiana Street. This small community offers an array of opportunities and benefits for academically-focused students.
Many KU students know little about the scholarship halls outside the fact that their residents take up parking spaces around The Wheel or the stereotype that they are all just a bunch of nerds. But the halls residents have a different perspective.
"The scholarship halls are the best kept secret at KU," Anne Kretsinger, Emporia freshman said.
Kreisinger, Emily Haree
According to the All
Scholarship Hall Council Web site, Schol Hall Land began way back in 1926 with the gift of Watkins Scholarship Hall from Elizabeth Miller Watkins. Miller and Battenfeld scholarship halls opened in 1937 and 1940. The 1950s added Pearson, Sellards, Stephenson, Douthart and Grace Pearson scholarship halls. K.K. Amini and Margaret Amini halls were added in 1992 and 2000. The newest addition to the system, Rieger Scholarship Hall, will open its doors to 50 women this fall.
The University is unique for its flourishing scholarship hall system.
Julie Holborow, a said they enjoy the living arrangement Boasting its soon-to-be-11 scholarship halls, the University's system surpasses that of many other schools. Kansas State has only two scholarship halls, while most other universities, including Missouri, have none at all.
So what makes Schol Hall Land so desirable?
so designate.
"There are so many benefits of living here," said Becca Evanhoe, all scholarship hall council president. Topping Evanhoe's list is the location.
"The women of Miller and Watkins are the only students at KU who don't have to walk a hill to get
to class every day," she said.
Evanhoe also pointed out the financial convenience of the halls. She said it's about $1,000 cheaper than living in a residence hall, and scholarship hall residents don't have to pay monthly bills. "We don't even have to go out and buy toilet paper!" she said.
site said.
Ali Bannwarth, ASHC social chairwoman and Independence junior,
is also fond of the system.
One of the unique aspects of the scholarship halls, and the reason they are so affordable, is the weekly shifts performed by residents. An average of five hours a week is dedicated to cleaning, cooking and/or phone duty for most hall residents.
lor, is also told of the system. "The schol halls combine a lot of things together; there's an academic focus, yet there's a great social aspect and we do a lot of community service," she explains.
A negative opinion of the Scholarship Halls is hard to find within the system. The Kansan sent an e-mail to all scholarship hall residents through a ListServ asking for any negative opinions. One student replied.
replied. Liz Winkler, Omaha, Neb., sophomore, is planning to move out of
Margaret Amini Hall next year because it isn't the right living arrangement for her. She chose the halls for their affordability but has realized that she would rather do her own cooking and cleaning, and have her own room.
have her own room Winkler appreciated the schol hall's closeness to campus but will maintain her short walk to campus by moving into an apartment complex across the street from Margaret Amini Hall.
Duensing is a resident of
Dulsen is
Margaret Amini Scholarship Hall.
How to...
Unclog a Toilet
1. Once you notice there's a problem, big or small, use the toilet as little as possible. This will help prevent overflow and water damage, which can be costly.
2. Insert a plunger into the toilet, making sure the rubber globe, or cup, is fully seated over the drain opening.
3. Push down on the plunger handle with firm but careful strokes. Rough, careless use can damage the toilet bowl. If the clog isn't too tight, these bursts of increased water
pressure will probably clear the obstruction.
4. Consider a drain cleaner only as a last resort. Make sure that any product you use is specifically marked as safe for use with porcelain, and follow the manufacturer's directions carefully. Never mix any of these chemical agents, as dangerous reactions could occur.
5. Flush the toilet several times to remove the drain cleaner and to check the flow.
Treat a Spill on a
Keyboard
2. Place keyboard upside-down on an absorbent cloth.
3. Leave overnight.
4. Dry with a hair dryer
5. Plug it in and test it.
De-Stinkify
1. Unplug keyboard.
a Refrigerator
1. Empty fridge.
1. Empty cups.
2. Spread baking soda in shallow pans and leave in fridge overnight.
3. If small persists, let fridge air out and repeat.
Source: ehow.com Compiled by Betsy McLead
Admittedly, this guide does not cover the many great privately-owned rental properties in Lawrence. Rather than single out several of them we decided to focus on the many commercially-owned, student-frequented apartment complexes that Lawrence has to offer. Hopefully the tips offered here will help all students transitioning to life off campus, whether in a privately- or commercially-owned apartment complex or house.
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