in other words
"They will answer for their actions."
—President Bush on any prison guards who abuse Iraqi prisoners
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monday,may 10,2004
STATE
Senator will end 20-year-run as influential state politician
TOPEKA — Senate President Dave Kerr announced Saturday that he will not seek re-election this year.
The Hutchinson Republican's decision will end a 20-year legislative career that included four years as the Senate's top leader, five as the chairman of its Ways and Means Committee and an unsuccessful run for governor in 2002.
Kerr,59, made his announcement while presiding over the Senate's final session.
He said he had decided not to run for governor again, then began to think about his future in the Senate.
"It was kind of a progressive process," Kerr said. "I began thinking about how to spend the years ahead. If I hurry, I can squeeze in another career, yet."
Kerr thanked his colleagues, legislative staff and his family.
"My family has always been as supportive as it could be," Kerr said.
He added: "If I were granted one wish for the Senate, it would be that you'll treat each other with even greater civility and respect."
Kerr joined Republican Sens. Bill Bunten, 'Topeka; Ed Pugh, Wamego, and Robert Tyson, Parker, in not seeking reelection.
election.
Senate Majority Leader Lana Oleen (R-Manhattan) said she and Kerr were "a couple of bulls" who shared similar birthdays, a strong will and a good working relationship.
"We were able to find common threads more often than not," Oleen said. "Our styles are different. Because of that, we were both approachable. Between us, we could share that access."
In reflecting on his career, Kerr cited economic initiatives approved in his first session and in the 2004 session as among his proudest accomplishments.
J. D. McRae, lola junior, played with foster children from Douglas County during Friday's "Foster Parents' Night Out" at the Kansas Union. Theta Chi fraternity and Chi Omega sorority sponsored the third annual event. Parents received free dinner and a movie while members babysat for 50 children.
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Dismissal of teacher elicits concern of national group
GREAT BEND — A national group for college newspaper advisers has taken issue with Barton County Community College's decision not to renew a journalism teacher's contract.
Jennifer Schartz's employment at the college ended after trustees did not renew her contract at their April 20 meeting.
Schartz was an adviser at the college newspaper and has taught at the school for three years.
She and her students said they think
trustees were upset about articles in the college newspaper, including stories about an internal investigation into academic misconduct involving coaches and athletes and a letter-to-the-editor from a former basketball player who criticized his coach.
In a letter to Barton County Community College President Velden Law on Friday, College Media Advisers Inc. threatened to censure the school.
The group asked school officials either to explain why Schartz's contract was not renewed or to reverse the decision.
College Media Advisers, said the group's six-member board could vote on whether to censure the college June 26-27.
"It's really a last resort," Carroll said. College officials have said they do not need to explain why Schartz was dismissed because she was not a tenured employee.
Chris Carroll, adviser advocate for
"It's really a last resort," Carroll said.
Censure by College Media Advisers would be largely symbolic, although the group would ask its members to write letters to school officials and would contact media outlets about Schartz's case.
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100TH ANNIVERSARY
FROM THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN ARCHIVES
MAY 10
Ninety years ago
The Zoology Club and anatomy class were planning a picnic for the upcoming weekend.
They hoped to camp overnight and study animal life in it's natural state under the direction of Professor W.J. Baumgartner.
Seventy years ago
required scholastic hours but increasing grade requirements for athletes in the Big Six conference.
The University committee on intercollegiate sports proposed reducing
Under the proposal change athletes would have to complete 22 credit hours per year instead of 27, but would have to maintain a "C" average instead of just passing grades.
Fifty years ago
library, was praising the success of Watson's undergraduate reading room after its first year of operation.
Robert Vosper, director of Watson
ON CAMPUS
The reading room was built to make the library more accessible to freshman who weren't used to the size and complexity of Watson. Vosper said the room had been "Imminently successful" but voiced concerns about books disappearing from the room.
The School of Fine Arts is sponsoring the University Singers at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday in St. Lawrence Catholic Church, Free. Contact the M&D Office at 864-3436.
The School of Fine Arts is sponsoring Master Singers featuring conductor Geoff Ward at 7:30 p.m. Thursday in Trinity Lutheran Church. Free. Contact the M&D Office at 864-3436.
864-3624.
Ecumenical Christian Ministries is sponsoring a Faith Forum: A Liberating Take on Christianity from 9 to 10 p.m. tomorrow in the ECM, 1204 Oread. There will be dialogue, questions and conversation on a variety of personal, social and environmental issues. Contact Thad Holcombe at 843-4933.
the M&O Office at UofM The Kansas Alumni Association and Center for Campus Life are sponsoring Grad Grill from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Adams Alumni Center. This is a celebration for the Class of 2004.
The Alumni Association provides free dinner, soft drinks and door prizes to all graduates while providing information about alumni programs and services.
A number of campus offices such as UCES, Endowment Association, Athletics and the Bookstore will have information tables and promotional items. Contact the University Career Center at 864-3624.
Ecumenical Christian Ministries is sponsoring Feminists United at 9 p.m. Thursday in the ECM, 1204 Oread. This is open to all men and women for discussion of issues on gender and concerns of feminism. Contact Sarah Shay at 843-4933.
at 843-4933.
Ecumenical Christian Ministries is having a Veggie Lunch from 11:30 to 1 p.m. Thursday in the ECM, 1204 Oread.
Come for good food and conversation.
Optional donation for meal. Contact Laura Adams at 843-4933.
University Christian Fellowship is sponsoring a Bible Study at 7 p.m. tomorrow in the ECM, 1204 Oread. Contact Rick Clock at 841-3148 or www.ucdu.org.
The KU Ballroom Dance Club is sponsoring dance practice from 7 to 9 p.m. tonight and Friday at the Hashinger dance room. Ballroom, salsa and swing practice for beginners or to those looking to learn new moves. Contact kubdc@ku.edu.
The International Student Association is sponsoring a bowling night and having its last general meeting from 7 to 9 p.m. tonight at the Jaybowl. It will be a fun event where students can relax before finals week and learn more about the association. Contact Gaston Araoz at 812-3172.
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