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University Daily Kansan
Page 0244 from reel: NP 10153 (2002-08-19 to 2002-12-12)
https://digital.lib.ku.edu/ku-udk/35805

Title: Local Currency Use Declines
Summary: Article discusses the decline of Lawrence's REAL dollar program, a local currency initiative that has seen reduced acceptance by businesses and residents despite initial hopes for success.
Category: local news
Subjects: local economy; community currency; business trends
Named Entities: Highberger, David [Lawrence Trade Organization]; Payton, Richard [M&M Office Supply]; Rundle, Mike [co-op owner]; Burroughs, William S. [author]; Langston, Hughes [poet]
Confidence: 0.85

Title: New Program Will Pay to Study in East Asia
Summary: The Kansas/Asia Scholars Program offers financial support for students to study in East Asia, with trips to China, Japan and Korea. The program aims to help students gain deeper understanding of Asian cultures beyond stereotypes.
Category: campus news
Subjects: study abroad; international education; scholarships
Named Entities: Nelson, Katie [staff writer]; Tsutsui, William [Kansas/Asia Scholars Program director]; Willis, Sheree [Asian studies]
Confidence: 0.8

Title: Freshmen Survey Reveals Interest in Student Organizations
Summary: A survey of incoming freshmen shows strong interest in student organizations, with volunteer programs and community service being particularly popular. The Center for Community Outreach connects students with various opportunities.
Category: campus news
Subjects: student life; campus organizations; volunteerism
Named Entities: Schulz, George [staff writer]; Aaron Quisenberry [associate director]; Perkins-McGuinn, Margaret [CCO co-director]; Jones, James [senior]; McGuinness, Perkins [program coordinator]
Confidence: 0.8

Title: [advertisements]
Advertisers include: Brothers Bar & Grill; Barton County Community College; McDonald's; Jimmy John's; Copy Co
Category: advertisements
Confidence: 0.9

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