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EDITOR'S NOTE
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Lawrence is the place to be over the summer versus any other
I took classes over the summer right after my freshman year and received one of the greatest opportunities available to students — the opportunity to live in Lawrence in the summer. Although it looked as though someone had been murdered on my dorm room mattress, I grinned and beared it and had one of the best summers I can remember. Lawrence is a magical place any other time of the year even though it may not seem like it when you're cranking out that English paper at 3 a.m.
But the best time to live in Lawrence, in my opinion, is during the summer.
Yes, parking is a pain, but when is it not? Yes, there's always a ton of construction going on. Read Jason's story on page 3 to find out more about where you can park this summer.
But with campus virtually empty compared to the spring and fall semesters, Lawrence carries an air of calm, lazy summer days and nights. Although many of you may be enrolled in a few classes, the work load for most is condensed considerably, allowing you to experience Lawrence for what it really is.
Whether you go to a local bar and sip on a beer outside at a bar patio or visit the Farmer's Market, the opportunities are endless. Check out Mike's story on page 7 for more information on what movies Downtown Lawrence Incorporated will be playing over the summer.
For now, I'll be sipping on a Boulevard at the Eighth Street Taproom.
EDITORIAL BOARD
University makes smart decision when filling chancellor's position
The selection of Bernadette Gray-Little as the 17th chancellor of the University of Kansas was by all measures an excellent choice by the Kansas Board of Regents.
Gray-Little brings a great deal of valuable leadership experience and good judgment to the chancellor's office and is well suited to guide the University.
Because Gray-Little is entering the job at age 64, the choice may have raised a few eyebrows. But, her age should not be viewed as a shortcoming. It should be seen as an advantage.
In her welcoming ceremony last week, the incoming chancellor said she expected this to be her last professional post — something that should reassure KU students, staff and faculty. Gray-Little won't spend
any time job searching. This isn't a jumping post or a step towards something better — she plans to retire from the University of Kansas.
With vacancies in the office of the provost and office of the
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dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, finding qualified replacements may seem like a daunting task. But Gray-Little is uniquely suited to
fill these roles. She has served as the dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of North Carolina and currently serves as the executive vice chancellor and provost. She knows the demands and responsibilities of these positions and will be able to choose the best-suited individuals for the posts.
In her time at UNC, Gray-Little has climbed the administration's ranks at an impressive rate.
At seven pages long, her résumé is certainly impressive. A licensed practicing psychologist, Gray-Little has been a Fulbright Fellow and in May received the UNC Distinguished Service Award.
As large public research institutions, the University and the University of North Carolina have a lot in common. Gray-Little currently oversees UNC's medical campus, which has already been designated as a National Cancer Institute. This experience should help the University achieve that same goal.
Gray-Little identified education and research as her main goals for the University. This should assure students that the new chancellor's priorities are in the academic realm, not with outside influences such as the Athletics Department.
Gray-Little brings quality experience and is a promising replacement for Chancellor Hememay.
- Kevin Hardy for The Kansan Editorial Board
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Last week's items you might have missed. Check out Kansan.com for the full stories.
THE CONTEXT
After a month-and-a-half long suspension, May Davis will serve as student body vice president. Davis was suspended on April 14 when Envision candidate Alex Porte filed a complaint against her for violating election rules.
Lawrence community members held a vigil for George Tiller, an obstetrician from Wichita who performed late-term abortions and was shot and killed May 31 in his church. State senator Marci Francisco also spoke at the vigil to a crowd of 150.
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Groundbreaking for the new School of Pharmacy complex was held on May 26 at the Lied Center. The construction, which is planned to be completed by 2010, will allow more students into the school.
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Taylor Swift could have any guy she wants. So why does she always sing about heartbreak?
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I ate strawberries for breakfast!
I wonder if my girlfriend would let me get a boyfriend.
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Life is good because I have a job and got my two cavities filled today.
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