Volume 125 Issue 2
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Monday, August 20, 2012
INSAN at theuced
OLYMPIC DREAMS
--the journey.
Students can take the walkway located between Malott and Haworth on the fourth floor to save some time while also staying indoors.
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THURSDAY, AUGUST 16, 2012
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Shortcuts: Keep comfortable on campus
ROYA IBRAHIMI editor@kansan.com
Have you ever caught yourself wishing for a shortcut to get to class on time, or some way to walk in an air-conditioned building in the summer or a heated building in the winter to class? Well, there are two places on campus that are often overlooked, but worth the discovery during your college career.
If you are taking classes in Malott and Haworth, you do not need to walk outside of onebuilding to get to the other. There is a walkway that connects the two buildings together, saving you time and keeping you cool or warm, depending on the season.
Recent graduate Kanwar Singh, from Leawood, says it is not only convenient for him time-wise, it's also relaxing at times.
"I would take the elevator up to the fourth floor of Haworth and walk across the bridge towards Malott in a matter of minutes; I could get to any of my classes in those buildings without having to step outside, which is extremely convenient when it is very cold or very hot on campus;" Singh said. "I enjoy my bridgewalk every time because it has a very nice view of campus."
This tunnel leads to the Kansas Union, Spencer Art Museum and Mississippi Street. It is located on the north side of Spencer Art Museum.
If you do not have classes in either of those buildings then get ready for the shortcut that many have overlooked: The Kansas Union Tunnel.
Wichita senior Ammara Siddiqi says she heard about it only because she had a class at Spencer.
Students who have discovered the tunnel have walked through it out of curiosity while others try and avoid weather and beat the clock.
"I heard about it after I transferred to KU and had a class my first semester at KU in Spencer," Siddiqi said. "I opted to use it during January as a way to avoid the snow. The tunnel was cool, damp and dark and since discovering it, I would say I've been through it at least 20 times or more."
While some use these shortcuts for ways to dodge weather and get to class on time, others look at it as an adventure.
Fairfield, Iowa senior Maria Juarez was on a walk when she came across the tunnel, but remembered feeling disappointment at the end of
"I remember feeling a strong sense of adventure," Juarez said. "Even though I had deduced that I wasn't discovering this tunnel for the first time, the cleverness of its location excited me. Once I reached the Union, I reflected on its purpose. Did they put this here because they were lazy? Was somebody trolling us? Who built this? Why did they build it? I felt confused. It didn't lead to a trove of Kansas-related treasure—only the Union. In the end, my emotions went from excitement to wonder to contemplation to confusion to disappointment."
When classes begin and you are running a bit behind schedule, check out these quick and adventurous shortcuts that will help get you to class on time and acquaint you to your buildings architecture. So next time a friend is complaining about weather, being late to class or just plain bored, tell them about the overlooked jewels:Shortcuts.
Students can take the walkway located between The Spencer Museum and The Union to save some time while also staying indoors.
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ence with neighbors can be a challenge, especially between University of Kansas students and permanent Lawrence residents.
The initiative kicked off Thursday with about a hundred volunteers from six fraternities canvassing the Oread neighborhood with welcome bags. Volunteers, paired with city representatives, placed 2,000 bags on doorsteps with city ordinance information ranging from bike parking and house party protocol.
The Good Neighbor program, created in unison by the University and the city, aims to strengthen relations between students and residents by providing students with information about good citizenship.
"A big part of going to school is learning how to live on your own," said Joe Monaco, a spokesperson for the event. "We are providing just some basic information about how
policies as their hometowns, Monaco said.
"This is the first in a set of many steps," said Tim Caboni, vice chancellor for public affairs at the University and a Good Neighbor co-creator. "We are extending an olive branch today, but it does not end here.
Brad Hess, a freshman from Wichita and Delta Upsilon Fraternity program volunteer, said he was impressed by the University's initiative.
"People really care more here," Hess said. "It makes me feel good. It just makes me feel safer and it feels nice to be joining that community."
While no immediate events are planned for the future, Monaco said the University will continue the initiative throughout the year
The Good Neighbor program is the first to fortify the University's connection with the city.
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Trying to be more neighborly? Follow the advice of the Good Neighbor program.
-Parties: Notify neighbors before throwing a party. They'll appreciate you cluing them in.
-Parking: Do not park in the ycrd or in front of fire hydrants or driveways. Doing so can result in a fine.
-Pets: Animals need, to be kept on a leash within the city.
-Sidewalks: Sidewalks must be clear of ice or snow within 24 hours.
-Bicycles: Bikes cannot be locked to trees or other non-designated structures.
-Safety: Lock all windows and doors, including your car, and keep electronics and valuables out of view. Call Lawrence police if you see something suspicious.
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Sarah Glass, a KU journalism school graduate, performs under the name Miss Conception on Friday night for students at the Hawk Week Block Party. Miss Conception is the leader of Vibe Tribe KC. a performance company from Kansas City.
Source: Good Neighbor program
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