8 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
NEWS
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 28, 2006
GARDEN (CONTINUED FROM 3)
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preserving its beauty."
While the current condition of the courtyard defies this notion, it is unclear where the blame lies as to who should be taking care of it.
Joe Flannery, President and CEO of Weaver's, said that he was unaware of any operation at the University that should be keeping the courtyard intact. He said that it was his understanding that the University and the Weaver family had an agreement that the Weavers would help with the courtyard's upkeep.
Emily Louni, Watson Library employee, and Nazim Louni, Algiers, Algeria graduate student, enjoy lunch in the garden just south of Museum of Anthropology.
Flannery agreed that the Weaver Courtyard needs to be refurbished and properly maintained. As the inquiry of the courtyard's condition brought attention to the matter, Flannery said that he decided something should be done to maintain the area.
As time has passed and the people who were instrumental in both the
opening and the upkeep of the courtyard have died, little attention has been given to the once-beautiful spot on campus.
"Because of our love for the Weaver family, we'll be happy to keep it up." Flannery said. "We'll be happy to maintain it."
—Edited by Dani Hurst
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said. He said sitting around a table is important to many people because it's about accepting everyone for who they are and learning from each other.
And the diverse groups of people who Veggie Lunch attracts are what some people like the most.
Gideon VanRiette, Iola senior and administrative coordinator of Veggie Lunch, said he's been coming every week for a few years, and said that the different types of people who come are the most interesting part of the whole program. He also said that the heat may keep some people away in the summer, but joked that July would be even hotter inside the ECM.
Sarah Dees, Lawrence senior and former coordinator for Veggie Lunch, said that it was a lot more laid back in the summer because there were a lot less people. Dees said she liked the relaxed setting of the summer months, but also enjoyed the excitement of the fall and spring semesters.
Holcombe has been involved with the program since its inception in 1999. Then it was just a small gathering, Holcombe said, but it grew into something bigger.
Students aren't the only ones to attend Veggie Lunch, either. Professors and Lawrence residents are also frequent visitors.
Richard League, Lawrence resident, also remembered the days when Veggie Lunch was little more than a few friends eating together. But he still comes every week "like clockwork."
League said he really enjoyed coming and mingling with people of different ages.
"I love it," League said. "Some people call me a kid at heart. I've always been that way."
But overall, League said he just liked the whole experience in general.
"They're a very special group," League said. "They're very warm and friendly."
—Edited by Janiece Gatson
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Last year, Reeves submitted one of her photos to the Olive Gallery, 15 E. 8th St., for an exhibition to which anyone could submit. The photo was of her 3-year-old sister. Reeves doesn't know how long it hung in the gallery, but it could still be there because she hasn't picked it up yet.
Reeves has shot pictures for two weddings; her aunt's and her boyfriend's best friend.
She enjoys photography, but like many of her fellow schoolmates, Reeves hasn't made up her mind about what she wants to do after college.
"Some days I want to own a coffee shop, some days I want to do photography," she said. "And other days I want to run a magazine."
Reeves currently works at Pulse, the coffee shop in the Underground in the basement of Wescoe Hall.
Reeves started college as a graphic design major, but decided to switch to English because she thought it would take less time to finish school.
Since starting college, Reeves looks at life differently.
"I'm in college now and kind of away from it all," she said. "It's in perspective."
—Edited by Dani Hurst
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