Volume 125 Issue 57
Tuesday, December 4. 2012
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TOP OF THE HILL 2012
CLAIRE HOWARD / KANSAN
BEST WOMEN'S CLOTHING 809 MASSACHUSETTS ST.
2) Urban Outfitters #3) Kieu's
Fortuity, perhaps in a nod to its name, is the winner of Top of the Hill's best women's clothing award. Massachusetts Street's small, feminine boutique has the trends, the prices and now the votes to officially make it the top women's apparel store in Lawrence.
and accessories, from dresses to jeans, and scarves to jewelry.
"We try to keep on top of the trends, and our prices are amazing," said Kelsey Clifton, Fortuity's Lawrence branch store manager.
The clothing manages to keep up with modern fashion and still remain affordable. Fortuity's trendy dresses are typically around $50 or under, proving that shoppers don't have to spend their savings to stay on top of the trends.
Clifton also said her store caters to a variety of women from college students to beyond.
"Customer experience is really important," she said. "We have stuff in here for all ages."
Clifton said she is very proud and excited to have Fortuity named No.1 in women's clothing in Lawrence.
Hannah Pieranqelo
TYLER ROSTE / KANSAN
Fortuity features an array of styles in clothing
BEST TANNING
1200 OREAD AVE.
3) The Tan Company
Lemon Bliss Spa tanning salon offers the ultimate tanning experience close to campus. The salon is located inside the Oread hotel, and is open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Lemon Bliss Spa emphasizes the "bliss" and relaxation of its tanning facilities.
"It's right on campus; everyone knows where the Oread is," said Annie Washburn, a junior from Chicago and Lemon Bliss Spa employee.
bliss, pure bliss and ultimate bliss, Beds include facial tanners, high-pressure lamps and depending on the level of bed, different amounts of UV lamps. Ultraviolet and spray tan options are available as well.
For individuals uninterested in UV ray exposure, the VersaSpa Skin Care System delivers the sun-kissed look, through a skin smoothing and hydrating process, without the harmful effects of direct UV exposure. Bliss memberships are available with the purchase of a monthly package; qualifying members are also eligible for discounted upgrade pricing.
"You really can't beat the prices," Washburn said.
There are three different levels of tanning beds
Lydia Young
CLAIRE HOWARD / KANSAN
2) Weaver's #3) Gap
Urban Outfitters is the complete "hipster paradise." According to Tiffanie Reed, general manager of the clothing and knicknack store known as
Urban, the true target clientele is pretty much anyone and everyone.
"The store caters to tweens and teens mostly, but there are products for older clientele as well." Reed said. "We aren't age-specific at Urban."
Not only can you find wardrobe essentials like the perfect winter flannel or an oversized Led Zeppelin tee, you can also pick up a set of cleverly labeled shot glasses.
"What sets Urban apart from other stores on Mass Street is that we speak to a younger style," Reed said.
CLAIRE HOWARD / KANSAN
It is no wonder that Urban Outfitters was a Top of the Hill winner. Urban has the variety and originality that is a must to survive the hustle and bustle of downtown. —Savannah Nelson
2) Title Boxing #3) Lawrence Athletic Club
For many students, the best place to exercise is right on campus. The Ambler Student Recreation Fitness Center won best workout facility in the
2012 Top of the Hill awards.
"We are honored that the students enjoy and utilize the rec center," said Mary Chappell, director of recreation services.
The Ambler recreation center offers approximately 40 fitness classes such as yoga, Pilates, body pump, triple kick, power step and Zumba.
A one-class pass costs $3. A pass to participate in the second half of a semester courses cost $25, and the full-class pass costs $50. Students can purchase passes through the Enroll and Pay tab in the Kyou portal. The cost of the pass will be added to the total bill. Students can pick up their passes in Room 103 of the Amber recreation center on the first day of classes.
— Megan Lucas
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Mount Oread program ending
upcoming dance, portrays stereotypes in high school movies.
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Most of the students participating in the course are not film majors. Michael Riedl, a freshman from El Dorado, said despite his lack of experience he was cast as a main character.
Introduction to the Film Medium.
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The Mount Oread program provides resources like living learning communities, seminars and advising for incoming freshmen with high abilities. It is meant to foster a sense of community and help with the transition into college.
"I was really disappointed with
film project realize their
The Mount Oread Scholars program will end in May after 16 years at the University because of the Honors Program expansion.
"It's nice because we do everything as a floor," Dennett said. "So I have really close connections with my floor. The main thing is I've enjoyed all of the activities and that they've introduced me to all the friends I have right now. I kind of feel bad that upcoming freshman don't get the same opportunity I got."
"A lot of it is working against the myth that high-ability students are automatically successful the moment they step onto a college campus, and inevitably that's inaccurate because they're a student population, just like any,
Kathryn Tuttle, assistant to the provost, said next year, the Honors Program will include Mount Oread Scholars. She said it is a more comprehensive program for high-ability students, and the Honors Program will give them more access to honors courses.
To be eligible for the program, students must have an ACT score of 28 or higher and graduate in the top 20 percent of their high school class. After their freshman year, they can to mentor incoming freshman and speak at events.
"The Mount Oread Scholars program has been a wonderful program." Tuttle said. "It's been great for the students. The staff
that has special needs," said Dan McCarthy, school adviser.
Zach Dennett, a freshman from Winfield, is a member of Mount Oread Scholars and the living learning community at GSP-Corbin Hall. The living learning community houses students taking similar classes on the same floor.
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develop collaborative working skills and build a sense of community on their floor of GSP, said Dan McCarthy, the seminar instructor.
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STUDENT SENATE Woodard will run for Student Body President
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Blaine Bengtson, a Salina junior, will serve as the vice presidential candidate
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For the first time in KUnited history, the current vice president will run for Student Body President on the coalition's ticket in 2013.
Woodard
"Serving as vice president this year,
I have the experience and know-how."
Brandon Woodard, a Topeka senior studying political science, was announced as the presidential candidate by KUnited yesterday.
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Woodard said. "I know how KUInsted operates."
Woodard said the recycling program and senate's current work to establish a Spanish minor are two of the changes he
Bengston directed the new game day recycling program Recycle & Blue, KU.
"I, as a student, have ideas I'm passionate about, but we get ideas from the coalition," Woodard said.
The Kunited coalition was established 18 years ago and has won 18 of the past 19 elections.
The coalition will decide next year's platform during its spring meetings.
KUnited is the first student coalition to announce its candidates for Student Senate elections in April.
is most proud of this year.
cments, unless stated otherwise, © 2012 The University Daily Kansan
Student Union Activities is hosting a Toys for Tots drive this week.
— Rachel Salyer
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