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Art celebrating African-Americans' lives on display
BY JACKLYN
BAILERGEON
jbailergeon@kansan.com
Photos by Megan Singer/KANSAN A Black History display featuring different influential black artists is at the Spencer Museum of Art. The exhibit is a celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Black History Month.
Photos by Megan Singer/KANSAN
As part of the University of Kansas' observation of African-American History Month, the Spencer Museum of Art is featuring a month-long display of works that depict the lives of African-Americans during the twentieth century.
The nine prints and photographs are being displayed in
Check out a gallery of the works on display.
kansan.com/galleries
the Raymond White Teaching Gallery now through Feb. 27.
Kate Meyer, curatorial assistant for prints and drawings at the museum, said the idea for the exhibit stemmed from a broad university-based collaboration.
"The University came out with the idea a month or two ago when several instructors requested everyone share their resources in African-American history, which could be useful for many classes."
Cheryl Lester, an American studies professor who has used the teaching gallery for her classes, appreciates that the museum offers such a program. "Knowledgeable and dedicated professionals at SMA (Spencer Museum of Art) make it feasible for instructors to use the art and photography collections as rich and important resources for teaching." Lester said. "Encouraging students to visit the SMA by creating links to their classroom studies enriches student learning."
Americans of the past century was simple, selecting the pieces for the exhibit was a challenge.
"We have a lot of really rich material dealing with the Civil Rights Movement and more recent artists dealing with African-Americanhistory,"Meyer
Though the decision to display works showing African-
said. "We wanted to draw upon objects used in the past, which provide a compelling opportunity to respond. The kind of iconic images that if we didn't get them out, someone would ask why."
While the display has been designed for students in American
African
and African American studies courses, Meyer says anyone interested in viewing art portraying our nation's history will enjoy the exhibit.
pate," she said. "For example, the Martin Luther King, Jr. print is really large and has a lot of impact when you see it in person."
"I like the idea that you can walk into the space and see things used in ways you wouldn't antici-
Edited by Jacque Weber
CULTURE
Homebrewing is a rewarding alternative to store beer
Editor's note: A printing error in our Jan. 31 edition caused this story to be cut off, so we have printed it in its entirety.
BY CHRIS HONG chong@kansan.com
After Robert Decker's freshman year in 2007, he developed an appreciation for high-quality beer. The only problem was that Decker, a graduate student from Stillwater, Okla., could not legally buy alcohol. Although Decker's problem was common among younger students, his solution was a bit unorthodox: He began brewing the beer himself.
"It was a means for me to sort of start exploring the world of beer with a hands-on approach," Decker said. The American Homebrewers Association (AHA) is an organization where homebrewers connect through all things beer. The AHA currently has 24,000 members, and officials estimate 750,000 Americans brew beer at home at least once a year. The Lawrence Brewers Guild has around 100 members, according to the group's newly-elected president, Russell Brickell. Brickell, who began homebrewing four years ago and is now an assistant brewer at 23rd St. Breery, said homebrewing could be a creative outlet for students.
"If you're going to drink beer, you might as well drink something you made yourself," Brickell said.
and simpler ingredient, as opposed to raw grains. Rich Greenwood, another Lawrence homebrewer, compared the two ingredient options to baking.
Decker said that on average, five gallons of beer, or 50 bottles, costs him about $25 to make. That equates to roughly 50 cents per bottle. He said it's more expensive for beginners because they need to purchase equipment and will likely use malt extract, a processed
"It's kind of like buying cookie dough as opposed to making the ingredients itself," Greenwood said. "Obviously, it's way easier to buy the cookie dough, but it costs more than buying the flour, sugar and chocolate chips."
Decker and Greenwood both said that having enough free time and space to brew are challenges they face, but Decker thinks homebrewing is worth the extra hassle.
"It may cost more than buying beer from the store, but you're getting a lot more out of it," he said. "You're getting more than just beer; you're getting knowledge."
Greenwood said reading about
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- Lawrence Brewers Guild (www.lawrencebrewers.org) meets the 2nd Thursday of every month at 7PM at Unitarian Fellowship of Lawrence, 1263 N. 1100 Road. Annual dues are $16.
Hawk Link bridges gap to college
Hawk Link, a program offered by the Office of Multicultural Affairs, is designed to help students navigate programs offered at the University of Kansas, while succeeding in the classroom. Older students are paired with first-year students to help freshman survive through their first year of college. Maruel Unrein, a senior from Hawaii, said his time as a Hawk Link guide in 2009 allowed him to deal with the multicultural aspect of the University.
BY MAX GOODWIN mgoodwin@kansan.com
- Homebrewing is legal in all states except Alabama and Mississippi. Sale of homebrew is prohibited.
Students interested in working with Hawk Link will be able to help incoming freshman transition from high school to college. Selected candidates will learn more about KU, establish a more durable network of students, and gain experience with academic advising. Adrienne Collins Runnebaum, as assistant director of the Office of Multicultural Affairs, said she wants to hire more student advisors.
"You work with a diverse group of students and learn more about KU," Unrein said. "It gives you a way to be respected and reliable."
that have an interest in diversity and knowledge of the Office of Multicultural Affairs," Runnebaum said. "The position will provide a great learning experience in a fun and fast-paced environment."
- Ale-and-Vino (http://www.ale-n-vino.com/), Topeka, and Bacchus & Barleycorn (http://www.bacchus-barleycorn.com/), Shawnee, both sell brewing kits and supplies.
"We are looking for applicants
Hawk Link requires a time commitment of 10 hours a week, along with a training program in late May. Applicants must have a minimum of a 2.5 grade point average and 24 credit hours completed at KU. Apply online at www.oma.ku.edu before Feb. 4.
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"Don't do it if you don't like to clean because that's half of the job," Brickell said.
the brewing process and having an experienced brewer's assistance guided them through the learning curve. He also suggested getting involved with the Lawrence homebrewing community. Decker said there are a lot of members who are more than willing to offer advice to newcomers. Brickell added another piece of advice to students considering the hobby;
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