====PAGE-LEVEL METADATA==== University Daily Kansan Page 0442 from reel: NP 7215 (1998-01-12 to 1998-07-22) https://digital.lib.ku.edu/ku-udk/127003 Title: Gay, Lesbian Staff Leaders Sponsor $500 Scholarships Summary: The Gay and Lesbian Academic and Staff Associates are sponsoring two $500 scholarships for supporters of leaders in the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community. Category: campus news Subjects: scholarships; LGBTQ+ community; university programs Named Entities: Gay and Lesbian Academic and Staff Associates Confidence: 0.9 Title: Customer Tries to Rob Basketball Ticket Scalper Summary: A customer attempted to rob a ticket scalper outside Allen Field House during a men's basketball game, according to KU police. Category: campus news Subjects: crime; university police; campus safety Named Entities: KU police; Sgt. Chris Keary Confidence: 0.85 Title: Entertainer Elton John Named Knight by Queen Summary: Elton John received a knighthood from Queen Elizabeth II for his contributions to music and charity work. Category: national news Subjects: royal honors; celebrity news; music industry Named Entities: Elton John; Queen Elizabeth II Confidence: 0.9 Title: U.N.-Iraqi Inspection Deal Lacks Specific Procedures Summary: The U.N. deal with Iraq to open presidential palaces for inspection lacks specific procedures for how the inspections will be conducted. Category: national news Subjects: international relations; UN inspections; Iraq Named Entities: U.N.; Iraq Confidence: 0.85 Title: Usual Craziness, Nudity Abounds at Mardi Gras Summary: Despite threats of a police crackdown, Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans featured the usual craziness and nudity. Category: national news Subjects: New Orleans; Mardi Gras celebrations; cultural events Named Entities: New Orleans Confidence: 0.8 Title: KU Students Can Receive Free Tax Help Summary: University of Kansas Law VITA organization is offering free tax help to students, faculty, and Lawrence residents through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program. Category: campus news Subjects: student services; tax assistance; legal services Named Entities: KU Law VITA; Legal Services for Students Confidence: 0.9 Title: Et Cetera Summary: Information about The University Daily Kansan including subscription rates, publication schedule, and contact information. Category: informational content Subjects: newspaper information; subscription details; publication facts Confidence: 0.8 Title: On the Record Summary: Collection of recent police reports and incidents involving KU students, including thefts, assaults, and other campus security matters. Category: informational content Subjects: campus police reports; student incidents; security updates Confidence: 0.8 Title: [advertisements] Advertisers include: Council Travel; Barefoot Iguana Saloon; Kaplan; Student Senate - The University of Kansas; The University Daily Kansan; KU Law VITA; Legal Services for Students; Coco Loco Mexican Cafe Category: advertisements Confidence: 0.9 Note: Descriptive metadata for this item has been generated in part using AI (artificial intelligence) technologies and may be incomplete, misleading, or inaccurate. Please contact the Kenneth Spencer Research Library with specific questions or concerns.