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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17,2002
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KU's budget plan makes about as much sense as souping up a car and forgetting to put the gas in it.
century, we can't all realize that religion, race, history and background means absolutely nothing, and all that matters is how you treat another person. And also, I can't understand why I poop so much after Chinese food.
I'm at the corner of Sunnyside and Louisiana watching the Chancellor's house. From where I can see, there are eight sprinklers sprinkling water all over the grass, keeping it nice and green in the drought, and all over the sidewalk. It's spilling out on the street about a gallon a minute, and they're wanting to cut KU Info and other plans because they can't afford it. Look at this, KU, look at what your bills are providing us. We're giving the Chancellor a green lawn while the students suffer. Does this seem right to anybody else? Great, they'll just take everything out of our classrooms, everything out of our campus, to keep the vegetation lush on the street and on the lawn for the Chancellor. Great.
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century, we can't all realize that religion, race, history and background means absolutely nothing, and all that matters is how you treat another person. And also, I can't understand why I poop so much after Chinese food.
You know what I wanna know is why does Lawrence not have a Chick Fillet? I mean, they make the best chicken nuggets in this country, so why don't we just make one and everybody can be happy.
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Can I just say that I am so glad that somebody finally called in about the "savings Gone Wild," "Girls Gone Wild" thing? Yeah, they're drinking Diet Pepsi. What's up with that? I agree, this needs to be talked about.
century, we can't all realize that religion, race, history and background means absolutely nothing, and all that matters is how you treat another person. And also, I can't understand why I poop so much after Chinese food.
I'd just like to send something out to the person who almost hit me while I was crossing Naismith at 15th yesterday. There is a red, octogonal piece of metal hanging on a metal stake that says "Stop" on it. It would've been helpful if you'd read it.
I just saw a parking department truck getting towed from in front of Sunflower apartments. Life just got a little bit sweeter.
If they cut KU Info, I'm moving to Manhattan. No wait, I'm just dropping out of school altogether.
century, we can't all realize that religion, race, history and background means absolutely nothing, and all that matters is how you treat another person. And also, I can't understand why I poop so much after Chinese food.
Would you rather be blind and deaf, or have a pair of testicles consistently and permanently attached to your upper lip?
century, we can't all realize that religion, race, history and background means absolutely nothing, and all that matters is how you treat another person. And also, I can't understand why I poop so much after Chinese food.
Both of my roommates are gonna be out of town tonight. It's a porn night.
century, we can't all realize that religion, race, history and background means absolutely nothing, and all that matters is how you treat another person. And also, I can't understand why I poop so much after Chinese food.
I don't understand why, in the 21st
need physical care. Growing up with animals can teach children respect for life in general and compassion toward others human and animal.
Things that I hate: Monday, homework, K-State, paying money for a parking pass that I can't use, people that don't know how to flush toiletis, slamming doors at 3 a.m., math, living in McCollum in general, MU, people blasting their music. Is there really any point of having your stereo that loud?
need physical care. Growing up with animals can teach children respect for life in general and compassion toward others human and animal.
So I was reading the Kansan on Friday, and there was this article on the budget and how we're cutting stuff. And there was this infographic that shows everything we're spending on. And the second largest thing we're spending our students' money on is "other operating expenses." Like the first one is technology improvements and the second other operating expenses. It's like one and a half million dollars, and we don't even know what it's going towards. It's incredibly stupid.
--need physical care. Growing up with animals can teach children respect for life in general and compassion toward others human and animal.
I just hit one of the Playboy centerfields of KU with a tennis ball driving down Jayhawk Boulevard, and it rocked.
need physical care. Growing up with animals can teach children respect for life in general and compassion toward others human and animal.
To the person that keeps forgetting their bus pass on the bus, yeah you might wanna get that because the bus drivers need it, and I have to wait. And I'm late for my class because of your stupid butt. So please remember your bus pass and dig it out of your backpack before you get on the bus.
need physical care. Growing up with animals can teach children respect for life in general and compassion toward others human and animal.
There is nothing disgusting about genitalia.
--need physical care. Growing up with animals can teach children respect for life in general and compassion toward others human and animal.
This is to the girl on our bus that holds her cell phone up to her head the entire time but doesn't say a word. If you're gonna do that, then at least, you know, actually talk to somebody. I don't know if you're talking to Miss Cleo, or whoever, but please at least say something because you're scaring us.
need physical care. Growing up with animals can teach children respect for life in general and compassion toward others human and animal.
Guess what, I'm getting married. Yay! Oct.
18. Wooo0.
need physical care. Growing up with animals can teach children respect for life in general and compassion toward others human and animal.
Hey, guess what, I'm not getting married Oct. 18, but I'm in the wedding, so yay for me!
What's the great thing about all those executions in Texas? Fewer Texans.
Before a mad scientist goes totally mad, there must be a time when he is only partially mad. This is the time when he throws the best parties.
need physical care. Growing up with animals can teach children respect for life in general and compassion toward others human and animal.
need physical care. Growing up with animals can teach children respect for life in general and compassion toward others human and animal.
I would just like to say that duct tape really does help your nipples stay in.
I want my tuition increase to go to valet parking.
I think I'm in love with a girl who claims she's a Jedi.
need physical care. Growing up with animals can teach children respect for life in general and compassion toward others human and animal.
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need physical care. Growing up with animals can teach children respect for life in general and compassion toward others human and animal.
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PERSPECTIVES
'Pet therapy' can help ease trials of illness and stress of school
Any pet owner can tell you—having an animal can be calming at times and a chaotic at others. But it's always rewarding.
COMMENTARY
As I sit at my computer, my dog naps in my lap and caged birds sing in every room of my apartment. My collection of pets is a little unusual, but I've always thought it did me a lot of good. I wasn't surprised to find that doctors and researchers have evidence v suggests pets are beneficial to mental and physical health.
A Web site devoted to holistic health, www.holistic-online.com, cites many studies indicating pets are advantageous in promoting happiness and health.
It has been hypothesized that children who grow up around animals develop empathy, an outward focus and nurturing behavior. Children learn how to behave around living things that scare easily or
Audrey Snyder
opinion@kansan.com
Physical health can be impacted greatly by owning pets. Touching or just watching animals can lower blood pressure, relieve anxiety and decrease stress levels.
One study showed that pet owners who have had a heart attack live longer than heart attack victims who didn't have a pet. This is partly due to the physical exercise some people get walking a dog or caring for an animal and maybe partly due to the psychological impact of owning a pet. Many chronically ill people feel they must stay healthy in order to care for their pet.
In recent years "pet therapy" has been used routinely in hospitals, nursing homes and clinical settings.
Nursing homes and hospitals can be lonely, depressing places. Many long-term and short-term care facilities are now implementing pet therapy in their activities programs.
Volunteers or employees bring their pets in to visit with patients or residents. Many patients do not receive the kind of physical touch that we, as humans, need and crave. Visiting animals can provide this, as well as mental stimulation and entertainment.
Psychologists and counselors sometimes use animals to help victims of child abuse or people who have been traumatized. Many victims of rape or physical abuse will not allow other people to touch
them, yet willingly accept the nuzzle of a dog.
People seem to respond to animals in ways they don't respond to other people.
One suggested reason for this is people's relationships with pets are so simple. They don't contain the same kind of stresses and responsibilities that human-human relationships contain.
Pets love unconditionally. Dogs greet their people enthusiastically; this appeals to many people because it's nice to know that someone cares about you. Cats show their affection and contentment by purring. Birds can show their affection with sound or physical touch.
For many elderly, depressed or chronically ill people, their pets give them a reason to live.
The residence halls allow only fish and many landlords do not allow certain kinds of pets. However, there are apartment complexes that do allow pets. A hamster or a goldfish can be a good low-maintenance pet.
Many college students find it difficult to have pets and this is unfortunate.
Remember though, no matter what kind, a pet is a responsibility. Make sure your lifestyle fits the pet you want and you have enough time for it.
Snyder is a Shawnee senior in political science.
Getting involved now leads to opportunities later in life
The thought of graduation often brings a tear to one senior's eye and a smile to the other's. One senior has chosen to get involved with the many activities that KU had to offer, while the other just hopes to graduate on time.
Entering the "real world" can be a scary time. With heightened work expectations, those hired are expected to be well-rounded individuals with the drive to succeed.
Apart from all the things one can learn in school, the reality is that it is not what you know; it's who you know. This is a sad observation, but think about how true it really is.
These connections feed into internships, graduate referrals, or placement in the actual job market. Greek life also offers leadership positions, which look outstanding on a resume.
joining the greek community have found out how valuable getting involved can be. There is a certain connection that exists between alumni and current members. These alumni can not only offer advice pertaining to entrance into the job market but numerous job opportunities.
Those who have taken advantage of
GUEST COMMENTARY
Jessica Leibson
opinion@kansan.com
Social etiquette helps one present themselves well when meeting a perspective client. While this is taught in most chapters on campus, the lessons can not compare to the direct career-related focus of the organizations at KU.
For instance, the American Business Woman's Association is opening its second chapter at KU. This organization provides loyal ties and hands out information about the interaction between the perspective applicant and professional.
Aside from the important connections
Graduate schools look for experience in the field of one's choice, as well as an interest in activities outside of one's major. KU provides organizations for those students that wish to follow the path of productivity and have it flow into their resumes.
The Student Organizations and Leadership Development Center said last year alone there were 421 registered organizations at the University.
that can easily be created at KU, job experience is a favorite among professionals. If a senior has planned to go on to graduate school, they should focus on joining different types of organizations to show their well-roundedness.
For the senior who wishes to enter the
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Job experience is open to students on campus, both through school programs and student-run organizations, such as the Ad Club, Mock Trial, Pre-Nursing Club.
job market directly after college, organizations pertaining to one's major are available.
There are so many opportunities to become involved. Do not find yourself in the position of the scared senior who has not taken the time to invest in his future.
Whether it's greek life or the Pre-Nursing club, take the time now to build your resume and gain valuable experiences that employers are looking for.
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Leibson is a Cleveland, Ohio, sophomore in journalism.
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