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THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2014
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arts & features
HOROSCOPES
Because the stars know things we don't.
today is a 7
Balance work and studies.
Changes lead to more changes.
Work out the details. There's a
break in the dam. Raise the bar
concerning values. Use your wits
to win a treasure. Travel virtually
instead of actually.
Aries (March 21-April 19)
Today is a 7
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
Today is a 7
Play for the fun of it, and it may end financially better than expected. Get obsessed with an enthusiasm, and you could get lucky. Discover an underlying truth. If you get stuck, rely on expert friends.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
Today is a 7
Create new beauty at home,
and share it with family. You
may need to make a mess to
clear one up. Find a sweetheart
deal on something you've been
wanting. Have your surroundings
express love, warmth and color.
Cancer (June 21-July 22) Today is an 8
Today is an 8 Remember a time of abundance. Go back to a place you enjoyed. Protect what you have. You're entering a good phase for study, research and writing. There's work coming in. Get emotional support from family.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
Today is a 9
Leo (July 25-Aug. 22)
is a 9
Do what you love and you can
make extra money today and
tomorrow. Expand your influence.
You're soaking up new material
like a sponge. Don't spend every
thing you make. Discipline is
required. Put it somewhere safe
and forget about it. Stay flexible.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
Todav is a 7
You're gaining a distinct advantage with love or money. The moon's in your sign and your talents shine. Don't hesitate to call an expert for technical advice. A penny saved is a penny earned.
Libra (Sept. 23-0ct. 22)
Today is a 7
Rest and peace can inspire romance. Include natural scenery or flowers, flavorful treats and a great soundtrack. Make more time for contemplation today and tomorrow. Practice your arts, and appreciate someone else's.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Today is a 7
Scorpion (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
Today is a 7
You and your friends get lucky in a valuable way. Relax and enjoy it. Good news travels far. Pack light and discover new flavors, sounds and sights. The day's amusements don't need to be expensive.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
Today is an 8
Changes in your career field provide an interesting opportunity.
Let someone know. Complete a project, and take leadership for a new one over the next two days. Test limits.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Today is a 7
Embark on a bold adventure.
Discover a fringe benefit. Chaos reigns... don't rely on an unstable source. Devise a plan that includes leaving money where it is. Choose the easiest option.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) Today is an 8 Spread the word through your network about an invitation or offering. Change occurs whether you like it or not. Check out distant options. Collaborate with family and community for a common cause.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
Today is a 9
Today is a 9
Talk about dreams for the future... it could get romantic. Invent possibilities, and draw up a schedule. Let your partner take charge. Friends help you make an important connection.
Launch a collaboration that increases influence and income potential for all players
New physics scholar fund names recipients
DELANEY REYBURN
@DelaneyReyburn
@DelaneyReyburn
In 2013, Gene Feaster, a University alumnus who has created a lasting legacy for students and faculty, established the Gene R. Feaster Scholars Fund to recognize outstanding undergraduate achievement in physics.
Feaster, the inventor of Superflab, a medical device used in radiology clinics across the country, received his bachelor's degree in chemistry in 1940 and his doctorate in physics in 1953 at the University. He has gifted two $500,000 endowed scholarship funds, one in nursing and the other in the Department of Physics and
This year, the first two students were officially named Gene R. Feaster Physics Scholars. Juniors Emily Ann Smith and Daniel Rhodes were awarded the scholarship for the 2014-15 academic year, which will cover tuition costs for one year for each recipient.
"The scholarship requirements mainly give preference to students who are from Kansas," Kristi Henderson, director of communications for the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences said. "The committee considered students' academic records, placing emphasis on achievement in physics, mathematics and chemistry."
Astronomy.
Henderson said Smith and Rhodes are outstanding young scholars who have shown an aptitude for physics in the classroom and the lab.
"They are eager to learn, which is evident in their exceptional academic records and their commitment to deepening their knowledge through hands-on undergraduate research projects over the past couple of years," Henderson said.
The recipients are selected by a committee in the Department of Physics and Astronomy made up of faculty and students. With this being the scholarship's first year, Smith
and Rhodes are the only two receiving it. Henderson said in the future, the number of recipients each year will vary from one to two.
Smith, from Lenexa, said the physics department asked for a short personal statement from the students eligible for the award.
EMILY ANN SMITH
Smith has been doing research with the physics department since the summer before her freshman year. She said her involvement with the physics department has helped her with her time at the University in reaching her goals.
"I have been involved with various research projects, including the simulation of a theoretical particle and the
"There was not a formal application process, as such, but it wasn't a complete surprise when it was awarded," Smith said. "I was extremely excited to receive this award and very grateful to Dr. Fearster for his donation."
repair of the CMS forward pixel tracker, which took place at the LHC at CERN in Geneva, Switzerland," Smith said.
With the hope to eventually continue working in research, Smith plans to pursue a PhD in physics and to continue with particle physics research in graduate school. She is also currently involved in University band and the professional engineering fraternity Theta Tau.
DANIEL RHODES
Rhodes, from Oskaloosa declared physics as his major when he arrived at the University as a freshman. Rhodes has always been interested in physics and believes the large number of math and science courses he has taken, as well as his nearly 4.0 cumulative GPA, helped him in being chosen for the scholarship.
Rhodes said he received the email notifying him of his nomination a little over a week before the semester started and was then informed he was selected about two weeks into the semester.
"I hadn't heard of it before the nomination email, so I was very surprised," he said. "I was excited because I thought I had a good chance to get it. The scholarship was simply awarded to me; all I had to do was write a few sentences about my most important experience at KU so far."
Actively involved in research with the KU Nuclear Group from summer until now, as well as being a native Kansan, were also factors that helped get him nominated for the scholarship.
Rhodes plans to attend graduate school after his undergraduate to pursue a master's and possible Ph.D. in physics. "I hope to have a career as a researcher, and I would particularly like to work at CERN," Rhodes said.
Edited by Logan Schlossberg
Future Jayhawk runs late-night delivery service
KELSIE JENNINGS
@kelcien
@kelcjen
One future Jayhawk is putting his degree to use and getting real world experience before he graduates, or even enters a classroom at the University.
Steven Fowler, a future business major at the University, runs his own delivery service that sells convenience store items, ranging from snacks, energy drinks and over-the-counter medicine to cigarettes and condoms. Lawrence residents can call and order over the phone, and Fowler delivers to wherever they are, as long as it's in Lawrence and their order is at least $6.
Fowler, who is from Overland Park, went to Johnson County Community College, but is transferring to the University for the spring semester as a sophomore and will major in business administration with a minor in economics.
Fowler got the idea during college when he, like a lot of students, was up late partying or doing homework.
"People would always be needing cigarettes or medicine or mixers," Fowler said. "I was just like, 'someone should just deliver all those little knick knacks that you run to the store for'. It would be a safer environment for them at night."
ers between 8 p.m. and 3 a.m. from Wednesday through Saturday. He named his delivery service The Birdfeeder LLC because of the Jayhawk community he is serving. The business is registered as a limited liability company, for legal and tax purposes, and he includes the sales tax into the prices listed on his menu.
Because of this, Fowler deliv-
"People would always be needing cigarettes or medicine or mixers. I was just like, 'someone should just deliver all those little knick knacks that you run to the store for.' "
STEVEN FOWLER
Future sophomore from
Overland Park
Fowler decided to take time off from school so he could focus on starting his business, which has been running since last fall. He has a membership at Sam's Club, so he buys all of his products in bulk and then delivers out of his home in Lawrence. So far, it's been a one-man business because he's been able to manage the demand by himself. He said the most popular items are Gatorade, cigarettes and chewing tobacco. He mostly gets calls from students on Friday and Saturday nights, when he usually makes $50 to $100 per night. He lives near the Oread and said he is able to respond quickly if students call.
His delivery service has been working well so far, he said, but the one thing he has learned through this experience is the challenge of marketing.
"That's probably been the biggest eye-opener, is word-of-mouth doesn't travel as fast as you think it will." Fowler said. "You gotta catch [customers] at the right time."
Lucky for Fowler, he has a University friend who can help him with the marketing side of things. Jason Falen, also from Overland Park and a senior studying strategic communication, has been there to help attract customers.
"We talk about marketing and what we can do to help the target market," Falen said. "It's kind of about word-of-mouth and marketing at this point."
Falen works as a DJ at Bullwinkles Bar in Lawrence. He, like Fowler, said there is a big demand for cigarettes, and said he thinks this is because there isn't a cigarette machine in the bar like other bars around town.
Fowler also gets the word out about his business through a Facebook page, Twitter and fliers that he puts up around bars and some restaurants. Falen also hands out fliers when he's working as a DJ on the weekends.
CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Items on Birdfeeder LLC's menu include drinks, cigarettes, snacks and miscellaneous items like condoms and toilet paper.
Fowler said he plans to keep
up the delivery service even after he goes back to school.
Edited by Alyssa Scott and Jacob Clemen
World Fashion Show spotlights diversity, culture
MARISSA KAUFMANN
@mariss193
The rich cultural diversity of the University will be showcased tonight at the World Fashion Show. The Student Union Activities cultural programming committee is hosting the fashion show and will have various campus groups walk the catwalk, model, dance and table at the event.
Sam Eastes, a sophomore from Pratt and the cultural programming coordinator for SUA, said the representation of these cultures is not something you will find on a daily basis on campus. Cultural organizations participating in the event will be modeling both traditional and contemporary styles from their culture and will show how they have brought their culture to the University, as well as what they are doing with it here, Eastes said.
Fashion Show attendees will also be able to experience the cultures through taste. Eastes said the event will be serving authentic dishes from KU Catering such as sushi, a
Mediterranean platter, hummus, baba ghanoush, dolmas and more.
The participating organizations include: KU Jeeva, Paraguayan Student Association, Soka Gakkai International, Chinese Students & Scholars Friendship Association, Korean Student Association, Peruvian Organization of Lawrence, First Nations Student Association, Hispanic American Leadership Organization and individual performers Melanie D'Souza and Shiho Takigani.
This will be the third year of the fashion show, and it will lead up to the University's International Education Week.
Mariah Givens, a senior from Olathe, will be the MC for the event. She was the cultural programming coordinate for the event last year.
The fashion show will be on the fifth floor of the Kansas Union in the Ballroom, and admission is free.
SPOTLIGHT: FIRST NATIONS STUDENT ASSOCIATION
Freddy Gipp, vice president of the First Nations Student Association and a junior from Lawrence, is participating this year in the show for the second time. He will be wearing what he calls regalia, which was designed by the Sioux Tribe and is a handmade outfit including beadwork, Gipp said. He will also be wearing a headdress that comes with eagle feathers. After modeling, he will be dancing the grass dance, which he said is a warrior dance that originates from the Omaha Tribe of Nebraska.
Performing alongside Gipp will be Landri James, a junior from Lawrence, who will be wearing a jingle dress. He said it is handmade with hundreds of jingles sewed on, which constitutes rows and rows of beautiful noise. He said these jingles, which are primarily gold, are very pretty, and the dress itself is a multitude of colors, but mostly white. James will be performing a jingle dress dance, which is a medicine dance or healing dance that came from the Ojibwe Tribe.
"We usually dance competition-based, but it is good to give back to the community and showcase our talent and bring about recognition," Gipp said.
KU leeva will be performing a fusion of dance styles including Bollywood, Bhangra and classical, said Shane Smith, a sophomore from Overland Park, and the club co-captain and male lead.
SPOTLIGHT: KU JEEVA
"It brings a diverse style mix [of] traditional South Asian dance styles that people do not normally see and exposes them to something unique," Smith said.
“[As] a Buddhist organization we take the principles like humanistic values into society," Rai said.
former club president, said the club is a religious group.
The club will also be featuring three male models, including Smith, as well as Jon Hargett, a sophomore from Olathe, and Malin Kapoor, a freshman from Overland Park. They will be wearing shervani or a kurta, which are traditional garments, Smith said.
SPOTLIGHT: SOKA GAKKI
INTERNATIONAL KU
Soka Gaakki International KU will be tabling at the fashion show to recruit more members and showcase information about the club's activities and discussions. Saat-vika Rai, a fourth-year Ph.D. University student from Bangalore, India, and current coordinator of SGI KU and
The club hosts discussions and forums to pose questions such as: How do we as individuals contribute to world peace, how do different departments approach peace and approach nuclear weapons, and how can we have a world free of nuclear weapons by the year 2030?
Rai said students across the nation are part of SGI and all are part of the "our new clear" future, which is the name to the concept of communicating through dialogue to discuss peaceful ways of sharing humanistic values across different religions and backgrounds.
"How can we reach a consensus that human life is most valuable and we need to create a society where you know value is not placed on industries or economic growth, but actually on the value of human life and human beings," Rai said.
- Edited by Kelsie Jennings
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