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MONDAY, APRIL 15, 2013
Letter from the Editor
My favorite part about moving out of the dorms was the ability to decorate my room without having to consider a roommates' décor preferences. I didn't have to worry about how my bed and desk were positioned. It may seem silly, but at first, the concept of such freedom was overwhelming. The thought of being able to hang any artwork I wanted drove me to countless stores.
But after a few restless hours of having my father drag every piece of my furniture to every wall and corner of my room, I finally found the perfect way to organize my room. And the best part was I didn't feel guilty if I forgot to make my bed before heading to class. I could monopolize the remote without having to compromise on my favorite shows.
The transition period between moving out of your cramped, sterile dorm room to your very own place is an exciting time. You finally get to trade in that twin XL mattress for a space of your own. But with this newfound freedom, you'll find you're gaining more than your own bathroom. You're also gaining responsibilities.
Although living off campus may sound like a dream come true, the transition period isn't completely smooth. It didn't take long for me to realize what I missed most about the dorms were the conveniences that came with student housing.I could no longer step outside and catch a bus to class from my doorstep. If I was hungry, I couldn't take the elevator down to the dining hall to find an endless assortment of food awaiting me.
Moving into your own space means out with the old and in with the new. This is the perfect time to embrace change and cleanse
yourself of unnecessary clutter that may be weighing you down and keeping you from creating a positive, organized space. Don't let the idea of your own space let you become a hoarder. As badly as I wanted to bring my entire wardrobe to Lawrence, space didn't allow me such a luxury. One of the biggest lessons I learned was the importance of organization.
Before becoming a self-proclaimed neat freak, I had to sit down and sift through my belongings. Separating the items I couldn't live without from those I wouldn't miss was difficult. However, it was a vital step in helping me live in a more organized and clutter-free environment. Not to mention I have fewer boxes to pack at the end of the school year.
The bottom line is this — embrace your time in the dorms while you can, and prepare yourself for the transition period. Moving into your own off-campus housing is more than throwing all your belongings in boxes and loading them into your trunk.
Laken Rapier Special Sections Editor
Junior quarterback Jake Heaps passes the ball during the second half of the Spring Game Saturday afternoon. Kansas' 2013 season will begin on Sept. 7 against South Dakota.
I know, it was just a spring rootau game. Neither Heaps nor McCay have proven themselves.
But why not make the comparison?
The way he makes the comparison.
The past three years have been a disaster for the Kansas quarterback receiver duos. Last year, it was Crist and Kale Pick, and no wide receiver caught a touchdown. The year before that was Jordan Webb and Pick, which resulted in two touchdowns. In 2010, the duo was Webb and Daymond Patterson.
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The big-time combination has been drastically missing since Reesing and Briscoe, but that might soon change.
Heaps doesn't have the mobility like Reesing, but he certainly has the arm. McCay is lacking in speed, but he has a similar frame and athleticism as Briscoe.
Look, it's a long stretch, but the possibility is there and has time to develop with both being juniors.
We'll just have to wait and see it develop in the fall.
Edited by Allison Hammond
win over the White team. Local media voted Heaps co-offensive MVP for the game.
Kansas coach Charlie Weis said there were a couple of plays that Heaps could have executed better, but for the most part, the BYU transfer lived up to Weis' expectations.
"You've got to be encouraged when you watch him play." Weis said. "Strong arm, accurate, and knows how to read coverages."
Heaps' biggest target in Saturday's spring game was junior wide receiver justin McCay, who shared the offensive MVP title with Heaps. McCay's eight receptions helped produce 99 yards and a touchdown for the Blue squad.
Heaps and McCay spent a lot of time this offseason working together and carried it over to Saturday for fans to see. McCay sat out last year, but will be an essential part of the Jayhawks' offense in 2013.
"What we need is a dynamic football player to go down and stretch the defense and make plays down field," Heaps said. "With him
McCay played in three games as a redshirt freshman at the University of Oklahoma in 2011, including one against Kansas. As a Sooner, McCay did not accumulate any statistics and still awaits his first catch in a college football game.
Although McCay has yet to make a name for himself, he is already a key player as Heaps continues to be the leader for Kansas. The quarterback-wide receiver duo showed a lot of potential for this season in the spring game.
ing their teammates every Saturday and learning as much as they could before stepping into their shoes.
"It's a lot of fun to see him go out there and perform and play as well as he did." Heaps said. "Now we're going to expect that from him every single day."
Weiets out of coaching in the spring game and scouted the team from the press box. He liked what he saw in the duo.
"I think one of the reasons why lake had a big day is because justin
had a big day, and vice versa," Weis said. "One of the reasons Justin had a big day is because Jake knows where to throw and where he's going to be."
Like Heaps, he sees the new opportunity to go from being a quiet football player to being a big
McCay said after the game that Heaps "amazes" him in practices as the two have built a lot of chemistry and camaraderie this year.
contributor under Weis' offense.
"It definitely humbles you," McCay said. "It makes you more hungry when you get on the field. I must just try to compete."
On Monday, the players will visit doctors and trainers to check up on injuries. Later in the week, the players will watch the spring game and receive offseason evaluations from the coaching staff. The players will have meetings with their
position coaches on Wednesday and Thursday.
The players will soon begin summer conditioning. The team will report for fall camp in August to prepare for its season opener at home against the University of South Dakota on Sept. 7.
Edited by Tara Bryant