Friday, September 26, 1997
The University Daily Kansan
Section A·Page 3
Filling minds won't empty wallets
Tuition and fees increases lower than other schools
By Mike Perryman
Kansan staff writer
The University of Kansas is one of the most affordable four-year public universities in the country, according to a study released Wednesday that compared yearly undergraduate tuition and fees at U.S. universities.
Average tuition and fees at the University increased less than 4 percent for the 1997-1998 school year, from $2.310 to $2.385.
Tuition is expected to increase at the same rate for fiscal year 1999, which would affect students in the 1998-1999 academic school year.
The College Board's Annual Survey of Colleges showed that undergraduates living on campus at U.S. colleges would on average pay approximately 5 percent this year than last in tuition and fees at four-year institutions.
The University's $75 tuition and fee increase was the lowest among Big 12 schools studied.
Texas A&M's $326 tuition and fee increase was the largest of the public schools in the Big 12, rising from $2,361 to $2,687. Baylor University, a private school, increased its tuition and fees by $622, the largest increase among Big 12 schools.
"It is important to the Kansas Board of Regents and students that tuition does not increase faster than the rate of inflation," said Barbara Conant, director of communications for the Board of Regents. "When tuition increases remain stable, the school's accessibility to students remains consistent."
The Board of Regents sets tuition costs for the city Regents universities.
Conant said tuition costs at Kansas schools were a good bargain when compared to other state institutions.
"KU, as an institution, does not suffer and is not neglected because of its lower average tuition costs," she said. "It is a good school that does a good job of keeping on top of things without using as much money as some schools."
The University does more with less, said Tom Hutton, 'University Relations director.'
"We have been fortunate because the Endowment Association provides $40 million per year for University renovations and needs," he said.
This tends to take some of the burden from students, he said.
Hutton said the current tuition of $2,385 was a substantial amount of money, but was relatively low when compared to many four-year public universities.
Big 12 tuition
Baylor University: from $8, 806 to $9, 428
University of Missouri: from $4, 121 to $4, 280.
University of Colorado: from $2,
8.41 to $2, 939
Iowa State University: from $2, 666
to $2,884
University of Nebraska: from $2,
638 to $2, 849.
University of Texas: from $2, 612 to
$2, 842.
Texas A&M: from $2, 361 to $2, 687
Texas Tech: from $2, 496 to $2, 607
Kansas State University: from $2,
273 U. of A. 647
University of Kansas: from $2, 310
to $2, 385.
Oklahoma State University; from $2
161 to $2, 356.
in University of Oklahoma: from $2,
178 to $2, 79
How do you spell senator?
Scott Sullivan, student body president, and Mike Walden, vice president, share a laugh while Scott Kaiser, transportation coordinator, attempts to spell a word during the Lawrence Journal-World Spelling Bee at Liberty Hall last night. The three were eliminated on the word "caladium," a type of plant. Photo by Holly Groshong/KANSAN
BSU comedy show features Def talent
By Kyan Koerner
rkoerner@kansan.com
Kansan staff writer
By Ryan Koerner
Black Student Union members want Lawrence to explode with laughter tonight.
"Comedy Explosion 97" begins at 8 p.m. at the Holiday Inn, 200 McDonald Drive. The show features three comedians, and the Unity Suth dance troupe. A party will follow.
Tickets for "Comedy Explosion '97" are $10 and available at the SUA box office or the door.
"This is the third year for the show and it's always a lot of fun," said Monica Hubbard, BSU vice president. "We are expecting a lot of people so we are encouraging people to come early."
Hubbard, Colorado Springs, Colo., sophomore, said having the show at the Holiday Inn allowed students to leave school behind them for an evening.
The show will open with the Unity Suth dance troupe, an auxiliary organization of BSU. The troupe also will perform during intermission.
Two comedians, Chocolate and
Explosion '97
When: Friday September 26
Where: Holiday Inn, 200 McDonald Drive
Time: 8 p.m.
Cost: $10
Tickets available at the SUA box office or at the door
Rod Man, are coming to Lawrence from Atlanta to perform. The third comedian, Corey Holcomb, and the show's host, Damon Williams, are from Chicago.
"It's neat for people to see the comedians in person," Hubbard said. "I know all of them have been either on Def Comedy Jam or on BET's Comic View. We've been lucky."
After the show, audience members can mingle and meet each others. The party, featuring D.J. Charlie Chan, will begin after the final comedy performance and last until 2 a.m.
"It's a good time for the black community and the community in general to see some pretty good comedy and have a good time," said Conway Ekpo, Lawrence junior.
Don't miss the 5th annual
Stepping Out Against Breast Cancer Benefit Dance
Lawrence Memorial Hospital Endowment Association Breast Cancer Action, Inc. & Columbus Club, Inc.
Featuring The Benders Saturday, October 4
8 p.m. to midnight Lawrence Columbus Club 2206 East 23rd St.
$12.50 per per-
--pasta, homemade marinara sauce, garlic toast
With coupon only. Not valid w/other offers
Let Byron, Johnny, Kevin and Larry bring back all those memories from the '50s & '60s as you dance the night away in support of breast cancer awareness. This year, 180,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer and 44,000 women will die.Early detection saves lives.
For tickets or more information, please call 749-8840
All proceeds from this event will benefit women who are unable to afford yearly mammograms. Mammogram vouchers will be distributed through Health Care Access.
Special thanks to these caring sponsors :
Lawrence Memorial Hospital Endowment Association Breast Cancer Action, Inc. Columbus Club, Inc. KLWN/KLZR HyVee Advanced Home Care M. ann B. Catering Smith St. John McDonald Beverage
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7:00 p.m. Saturday, September 27, 1997 Crafton-Preyer Theatre
Directed by Jeanne Klein
Scenic Design by Vaughn Schultz
Lighting Design by Margaret Glimre Costume Design by Denzil Mtuftuoglu
General admission tickets are on sale in the KU box offices:
Murphy Hall, 864-5922; Lied Center, 864-ARTS; SUA Office, 864-3477;
public $6, all students $5, senior citizens $5;
both VISA and MasterCard are accepted for phone orders.
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