Volume 126 Issue 2
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Monday, August 26, 2013
THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
The University Daily Kansan
--homicide in the city of Lawrence in the past 10 years. The city's crime rate continues to be slightly higher than the national average, according to the 2012 Benchmark City Survey, which compares data from 29 police departments spanning the United
Thursday, August 22, 2013
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Shooting raises campus safety concerns
CRIME
ELISE REUTER
ereuter@kansan.com
The first homicide in Lawrence since 2008 occurred this summer.
Lawrence resident Gary Edens, 51, was found outside his home on July 17, with a bullet wound just above his left ear. His two sons were inside his house on the 600 block of Michigan Street when the crime occurred that evening.
Police spotted two suspects who led them on a brief chase in Topeka: Brittny Marie Adams, a 19-year-old woman from Topeka, and Jonathan Randall Rush, a 28-year-old man from Wichita. Adams was charged with second degree murder, and Rush was charged with aggravated assault, obstruction and criminal possession of a firearm. The Lawrence Police Department is still investigating the case with a preliminary hearing set for Aug. 15.
The July 17 event was the 20th
States. Lawrences violent crime rate of 4.2 crimes per 1,000 residents rests just above the national average of 2.6.
This leaves University students wondering — just how safe is it?
but you can always prevent it. For example, I work in some fairly dangerous parts of [Kansas City], but I always remain on my toes and am aware of the people around me. I have avoided more than one dangerous situation this way."
"Generally Lawrence is a very safe community. However, a student should always exercise caution and be aware of their surroundings."
just how safe is campus?
CHARLES BRANSON
Douglas County District Attorney
"Between all of our emergency call centers and the KU police force, the campus is as safe as it reasonably could be," Moore said. "Safety is more about how you behave in an environment. You can have a crime committed against you anywhere,
Douglas County District Attorney Charles Branson said he was unaware of any changes to security in Lawrence following the case.
Violent crime, though, is a rare occurrence on campus.
"Generally Lawrence is a very safe community. However, a student
should always exercise caution and be aware of their surroundings," said Branson. He also added that alcohol consumption continues to be a cause of crime among students.
"The vast majority of cases involve
non-violent theft," said KU Police Captain Schuyler Bailey of campus crime.
According to the KU Public Safety Office, only two cases of violent crime were reported in 2011, but 212 cases of larceny and theft were reported that year. The majority of items were reported stolen from a building or a motor vehicle.
the Benchmark Survey also revealed that the rate of fraud in Lawrence is significantly higher than average. To guard against identity theft, students should be cautious in giving out personal information, and review credit card statements on a regular basis. Students are also encouraged to sign up for emergency text messaging from KU Alerts to stay informed in the event of a violent crime or crisis.
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TIPS FOR PREVENTING THEFT
The Public Safety Office offers a few tips for preventing theft on campus, including:
- Lock a computer or laptop to a table, desk or other object that would make theft difficult.
- Engrave your property with an owner-applied number.
Engravers can be found at KU Public Safety Office and residence hall front desks.
Don't carry your driver's license or other form of ID inside your checkbook.
- Don't carry anything attached to a keyring that indicates your address.
- Record your serial numbers and engraved numbers and keep this information in a safe place. If you become a victim of theft, these numbers will help to identify the property as yours and help in the return if it is recovered.
DINING
Campus guide: Nomz on the go
When the hunger pains hit in between class, don't hesitate to stop by any of the on-campus dining options. (The Crunchy Chicken Cheddar Wrap from Brellas is quite the crowd favorite).
Crimson Cafe - Burge Union
Crimson Cafe - Burge Union
• Brella's
• Garden Gourmet
• Pizza Hut
• The Carvery
• The Pulse
ation
Mortar and Pestle - KU Pharmacy Building
• Salads
• Wraps
• Entrees
• Grilled Sandwiches
Impromptu Cafe Kansas Union
• Small Plates
• Burgers
• Salads
• Sandwiches
• Entrees
• Desserts
O'Zone - Oliver Hall
- Deli sandwiches
- Pizza
- Calzones
- Breadsticks
The Pulse Coffee - Hashinger Hall,
level 4 of Kansas Union, Burge Union,
Underground and West Campus
- Roasterie Coffee
- Freshens Smoothies
The Market: level 3 in Kansas Union
- Brella's
- Sushi
- Pizza Hut
- Fresco! Cuisine
- Boulevard Grill
- Serrano's Latin Cuisine
- Corner Bakery
- Fresh Fare
- Garden Gourmet
The Studio - Hashinger Hall
• Za Pizza
• Daisy Hill Deli
• The Pulse coffee
The Underground - level 1 in Warrison Hall
Wescoe Hall
• Chick-fil-a
• Sushi
• Pizza Hut
• Brella's
• Jump Asian Cuisine
• The Pulse coffee
• Fresh Fare
• Garden Gourmet
Hawk Food Stops - located in:
Hawk Food Stops - located in:
• Anschutz Library
• Joseph R. Pearson Hall
• Strong Hall
• Spahr Library
• Watson Library
• Murphy Hall
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two began timing in Lawrence early August, but Frierich哀 says he's happy
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WILL FRIEDERICH Co-writer and -director
"A lot of the ideas behind this movie saved my livelihood at one point or another, and seeing
to finally put the financials aside and just do what he loves.
"It's been awesome being on set because that's my element," he said. "Especially coming from pre-production where you have to internalize and visualize everything, it's great to be able to do tangible things like move a camera or set up lights now."
McGinness says they are nearly done shooting the film and have begun the editing process, which has been the most rewarding part of production for him so far.
"A lot of the ideas behind this
learning the craft of filmmaking, Friedrich says the co-
Funding period
Jun 28, 2013 - Jul 28, 2013 (30 days)
directors have had to learn to adjust to each others differing styles. "We both have strengths in entirely different areas and weaknesses in entirely different areas, but that's okay," he said. "He's had to teach me how to nail things out and get things done in a timely manner, and I think I've taught him a lot about visuals and things like that that are very important."
"God, Grant Me" was partially funded through Kickstarter, a fundraising website that allows people to donate to various projects, but the project only receives the money if it's predetermined goal is met by a certain deadline.
Project by
Jesse McGinniss
& William
Froderich
Lawrence, KS
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"God, Grant Me," a film created by two Lawrence residents, is currently in production. The duo reached their fundraising goal of $4,500 on Kickstarter.com
The film met its goal in the last hour with 69 backers donating a total of $4,530. One of those backers is Michelle Leatherby, a graphic design student at the University from Fayetteville, Ark. As a photographer herself,
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* 500 onk Jackstart in July
she said it was important to her to help fellow artists see their work come to fruition. "I think it's important as an artist to support other artists work, even if it's a completely different field," she said. "It's just nice to
be able to help other people with their projects, because I believe if I had a project they would help fund it as well. It's a real give and take in the artist community." McGinness and Friederich plan
McGinness and Friederich plan to finish and submit the film
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CROSSWORD 5A
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in early November to various festivals, including South by Southwest. If accepted, they hope to debut it in Lawrence this spring.
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