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University Daily Kansan
Page 0661 from reel: NP 8426 (1999-08-16 to 1999-10-29)
https://digital.lib.ku.edu/ku-udk/53324

Title: Student's Seismic Simulator Tests Building Joints
Summary: A University of Kansas graduate student has developed a seismic simulator to test building joints that could improve earthquake safety and potentially save lives.
Category: campus news
Subjects: engineering research; earthquake safety; university research
Named Entities: Lindsey, Jon [graduate student]; Roddis, Kim [associate professor]
Confidence: 0.9

Title: Assembly Approves Wider Minor Selection
Summary: The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences assembly has approved 11 new minors, expanding academic options for students at the University of Kansas.
Category: campus news
Subjects: academic policy; curriculum development; university governance
Named Entities: Kaschube, Amanda [staff writer]; Mason, Sally [dean of college]
Confidence: 0.85

Title: Scientist Entangled in Evolution Debate
Summary: Paleontologist Stephen Jay Gould is scheduled to speak about evolution at the University of Kansas, amid ongoing debates about science education standards.
Category: campus news
Subjects: science education; evolution; academic freedom
Named Entities: Gould, Stephen Jay [paleontologist]; O'Malley, Jim [staff writer]
Confidence: 0.8

Title: Financial Aid for University Staff on the Rise
Summary: The University of Kansas has increased financial aid for staff members, with more employees receiving tuition assistance and the program expanding to help more workers pursue degrees.
Category: campus news
Subjects: employee benefits; tuition assistance; university policy
Named Entities: Kirsch, Scott [staff writer]; Woodbridge, Rachel [employee]; Foster, Rose [employee]
Confidence: 0.85

Title: [advertisements]
Advertisers include: Card Table Theatre; The Mail Box
Category: advertisements
Confidence: 0.9

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