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University Daily Kansan
Page 0376_2 from reel: NP 13608 (2005-01-20 to 2005-04-18)
https://digital.lib.ku.edu/ku-udk/113023

Title: Crocs: The Unexpected Campus Fashion Phenomenon
Summary: Article explores the unexpected popularity of Crocs footwear on the University of Kansas campus, featuring interviews with store owners, students, and industry professionals about the comfort-focused trend that spans age groups.
Category: features/profiles
Subjects: fashion trends; footwear; student life; campus culture
Named Entities: Cox, Chris [Shark's Surf Shop owner]; Seamans, Peter [Western Brands]; Pyle, Billy [KU student]; Shankel, Richard [KU chancellor]
Confidence: 0.85

Title: Other Shoe Trends
Summary: Sidebar article highlighting additional popular footwear trends including Sperry Topsiders, UGG Boots, and Birkenstocks, with historical context and current popularity on campus.
Category: features/profiles
Subjects: fashion trends; footwear; consumer products
Confidence: 0.8

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