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TUESDAY, MARCH 3, 2009
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To the people in the study room in Anschutz: It's not as soundproof as you think.
I'm sleepy, I'm pissed and I don't want to go to class, but I've missed too many not to go. YEAH, this week.
--currently considering a bill that would allow out-of-state children of alumni to receive in-state tuition. The new tuition plan would be extremely beneficial to many students who now pay substantially higher levels of out-of-state tuition, as well as to the University and the Lawrence community.
Nothing is better than sharing a smoke and spooning. Can you say perfect?
--currently considering a bill that would allow out-of-state children of alumni to receive in-state tuition. The new tuition plan would be extremely beneficial to many students who now pay substantially higher levels of out-of-state tuition, as well as to the University and the Lawrence community.
Attention all Jayhawks, it's March! I think we should start the chant to Sheron: ONE MORE YEAR.
--currently considering a bill that would allow out-of-state children of alumni to receive in-state tuition. The new tuition plan would be extremely beneficial to many students who now pay substantially higher levels of out-of-state tuition, as well as to the University and the Lawrence community.
To the person who questioned global warming's existence because it's cold today: You are a jackass.
To the bouncers who denied my roommate ID to get into the bar: Thank you, you made my night by seeing him gripe all night.
--currently considering a bill that would allow out-of-state children of alumni to receive in-state tuition. The new tuition plan would be extremely beneficial to many students who now pay substantially higher levels of out-of-state tuition, as well as to the University and the Lawrence community.
Seriously? Global warning is not even real. It's just a way to get people to be more eco-friendly. But hey, we do need a better world anyway, so I guess it works.
--currently considering a bill that would allow out-of-state children of alumni to receive in-state tuition. The new tuition plan would be extremely beneficial to many students who now pay substantially higher levels of out-of-state tuition, as well as to the University and the Lawrence community.
I never got into wearing tights as pants, but I'm sick of people complaining about them. Guys, pull your jeans halfway up your asses. Then talk to the sorority girls about their fashion choices.
Global warming is real, but it's a geological cycle. It would be happening if we were never here, we're just making it worse
--currently considering a bill that would allow out-of-state children of alumni to receive in-state tuition. The new tuition plan would be extremely beneficial to many students who now pay substantially higher levels of out-of-state tuition, as well as to the University and the Lawrence community.
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Omaha, Neb., is fun. A Midwest vacation sans sun. If you want to go there, bring lots of underwear, in hopes that you'll have a good
--currently considering a bill that would allow out-of-state children of alumni to receive in-state tuition. The new tuition plan would be extremely beneficial to many students who now pay substantially higher levels of out-of-state tuition, as well as to the University and the Lawrence community.
So, question: Is it really that hard to get out of your car without your door dinging the car next to you? Apparently, for KU students, it is.
There's an article on MSN that says Los Angeles County is trying a no-cuss week. Let's see how that goes...
--currently considering a bill that would allow out-of-state children of alumni to receive in-state tuition. The new tuition plan would be extremely beneficial to many students who now pay substantially higher levels of out-of-state tuition, as well as to the University and the Lawrence community.
My professor just called our class a bunch of dumbasses for 50 minutes. It was awesome.
So even though we aren't dating anymore, talking, or acknowledging each other's existence, I still want the crazy breakup sex I feel I deserve.
--currently considering a bill that would allow out-of-state children of alumni to receive in-state tuition. The new tuition plan would be extremely beneficial to many students who now pay substantially higher levels of out-of-state tuition, as well as to the University and the Lawrence community.
I'm never going to find a job. Thanks, George Bush!
--currently considering a bill that would allow out-of-state children of alumni to receive in-state tuition. The new tuition plan would be extremely beneficial to many students who now pay substantially higher levels of out-of-state tuition, as well as to the University and the Lawrence community.
Charles Carmichael always comes quickly.
EDITORIAL BOARD
Bill reducing legacy tuition deserves students' support
The Kansas Legislature is currently considering a bill that
The bill, House Bill 2007, is currently pending. The full Senate and the governor must pass the bill before action can be
taken regarding the tuition reduction, called the Jayhawk Generation Tuition Plan.
The specifics of the tuition decrease have
tuition decrease have not yet been fully worked out. The goal, however, is to reduce tuition for students who have parents or grandparents who graduated from the University. This measure would provide the prospective students from these families with an additional incentive to consider attending the University and lessen the costs of tuition for legacy students here now.
Kaitlin Guinn, a junior from California, is an example of
someone who could benefit from this tuition plan. Her father graduated from the University in the 1970s.
"I came to KU because my dad ran track when he went here, so I wanted to walk onto the KU track team," Guinn said. "I had grown up being a KU fan, and if I went anywhere out of state it would be here."
Tuition for students such as Guinn would still be above the current in-state tuition level, and the student would also have
KANSAN'S OPINION
If the bill is approved, the University would present the Jayhawk Generation Tuition
to meet academic qualifications.
Plan to the Board of Regents.
"It will have what the actual tuition reduction would be, and who would be eligible," said Jack Martin, deputy director of University Communications. "Part of it will be what is financially workable for the University, because the Legislature and Regents are both concerned about that."
It has not been decided whether the tuition plan could be implemented by Fall 2009 or
TO CONTACT STATE LEGISLATORS ABOUT HOUSE BILL 2007, GO TO : www.klesigislature.com
www.kslegislature.com
2010. This depends how fast it is passed at the state level and how fast the University drafts the plan. Whether current students would be eligible or only incoming freshman is "one of the details that hasn't been determined yet," Martin said.
This new plan would put Kansas on par with other public universities. Oklahoma, Missouri, Nebraska and Iowa all have similar programs.
The University is pushing hard to implement a policy that will ultimately benefit students, and the sooner this can be done, the better. Students should urge the Senate to pass House Bill 2007 so the new tuition plan can benefit as many current Jayhawks as possible.
— Caitlin Thornbrugh for The Kansan Editorial Board
ENTERTAINMENT
MARIAM SAIFAN
Once-proud network settles for lukewarm but lucrative
"T they tried to shut me down on MTV, but it feels so empty
without me," says Eminem in 2001's "Without Me."
You're not alone,Mr.Mathers.
There was once an era, from 1981 up until start of this decade, when MTV meant something. One could believe that its acronym stood for Music Television. Today, in the waking, sober hours of the day, MTV's musical scope is limited to commercials and turning points on its plotless nighttime soaps.
TOUR NOTABLES MIS MATTERS On April 4, Metallica and Run-D.M.C. will be among the year's class of inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Once an essential part of the MTV Generation, these two groups will instead have their induction ceremonies televised on Fuse TV — an affiliate of the Canadian music television network MuchMusic. MTIV is likely musing over whether to air "Bromance", "From G's to Gents," or perhaps the always edgy "Engaged and Underage."
Rolling out of bed, rubbing the sleep out of your eyes and flipping on that corpse of a channel, from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m., you'd be enjoy a hefty dose
Consider Monday's schedule for a representation of MTV's entire programming slate.
of "My Super Sweet 16" with your Cocoa Puffs.
Back from class at 3 p.m. and ready to unwind, you would find a nice block of mind-numbing, insignificant trash. "Room Raiders" "Parental Control." "Sex...with Mom and Dad" (Ye Gods!). With another "Room Raiders" episode at 5:30 followed by 90 minutes of "Made" in time for dinner.
As should "Real World: Brooklyn." Of course, it's the original reality show, and for that distinction, it should be punished to the fullest extent of the law for begetting some of the worst television our generation has seen. On the other hand, "The Real World" was an important show and opened up cultural
Primetime fodder includes "Making the Band 4" and "America's Best Dance Crew" — although I've never seen an episode of ABDC, those I've spoken with get whipped into quite a frenzy when it airs. I'll be generous. In our revolution, it will stav.
There was a time when I could do without all channels but MTV. A summer ritual would be to tune in each afternoon to see if Eminem could knock the Barbie dolls and boy bands out of the top spot on "Total Request Live." The television would remain on into the wee hours of the morning, long after I had involuntarily fallen asleep.
discussion. And while today it may not have that same spark the Gay One and the Transvestite feel forced and obligatory rather than naturally occurring roommates. Doing away with it would be like eradicating CocaCola or shutting down Sports Illustrated.
Those hours are essentially all we have left of Music Television
And even these days are numbered. I'm not going out on a limb here to predict that MTV will soon dump its late-night schedule for paid programming dollars in an attempt to keep its balance sheet out of the red. Because, let's face it, nearly everyone in every sector has felt the sting of hard times.
But MTV's once-loyal viewers felt that sting years ago. I want my MTV back.
Montemayor is a Mission junior in journalism, political science and economics.
RELATIONSHIPS
Much to consider before couples move in together
As spring approaches, many students are looking for places to call home next fall. Choosing a residence can mean making a lot of choices one never thought about before. Is proximity to campus worth less square footage? Is a lower rent worth living with three other people? Is the landlord or management company trustworthy? Not to mention deciding whether the actual place is suitable. And for many KU students, deciding whether to live with a significant other can play a large part in the apartment hunting season.
Two years ago my boyfriend and I decided to move in together. We were ecstatic about the idea and quickly found a cute and cozy apartment in West Lawrence. Unfortunately, my boyfriend's parents promptly shattered our naive game of house with the news that we would not be allowed to live together. Their reason was a valid one: We'd been together for only three months.
At the time, I had the stereotypical teenage response. I felt that my boyfriend, being a mature 19 years old, had the right to make his own decisions. I felt that they didn't understand. We were in love, and we were going to be together forever.
Looking back, I know I wasn't as wise as I thought I was. I've learned of many challenges a couple faces living together, and of many that couples face living apart when they are ready to make the step to domestic harmony. College students in particular can have a tough time. Here are some college-specific reasons both for and against the idea.
Reasons not to live together:
1. College life is full of new responsibilities, and moving in with a significant other can add a whole new world of concerns to deal with. Getting good grades while remembering to feed yourself and clean up enough to keep mold from taking over your kitchen can be challenging enough.
2. People change during college; it's part of what is so
3. Lawrence is not a welcoming place to break up three months into a live-in relationship. You face the difficult task of finding an apartment in November, especially one that won't land you a lease that ends six months after you graduate.
great about it. Graduates leave wiser and worldlier than when they started. With all the new challenges one faces throughout college, it's hard for anyone to leave as the same person. And in the end, changing can mean that a match that used to feel perfect isn't anymore.
Reasons to live together:
1. If you spend a lot of time with each other, odds are your belongings will end up strewn across two residences. This can be particularly frustrating when trying to study.
2. Money can become a huge issue. Unless you have a meticulous schedule to plan out visits and sleepovers, someone will end up paying more than the other. Showers and snacks can add up. If he's always turning up the heater and she's always using all the toilet paper, tension can arise in an otherwise peaceful relationship.
3. Roommates can be another issue. Problems can arise if a roommate isn't OK with the amount of time your significant other spends at your place. Disagreements may also come from differing opinions on how to deal with a bad roommate.
Now, two years after we first decided to live together, my boyfriend and I are seriously looking for a place to share. Although we've run into many problems, I'm glad we were forced to wait. It's an important decision to make, but one that seems deceptively easy to the inexperienced.
Clossin is a Wichita sophomore in secondary English education.
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