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On Sunday, May 19, nearly 4,000 seniors will walk down the
Hill and into Memorial Stadium for the University's
130th Commencement. The ceremony marks a triumphant entrance
into the real world and the conclusion of momentous college
years, when students' lives are changed by knowledge gained
in the classroom and friendships made along the way.
The Kansas Alumni Association proudly congratulates the Class
of 2002, and invites all graduates to start their alumni careers
by joining
the Association. Since, 1883, the Association has worked
to strengthen loyalty, commitment and communication among
all graduates. KU Connection is simply the newest of many
programs that through the years have adapted to the needs
of graduates and the University.
As you recall your walk down the Hill, you'll be reminded
of the important role your KU experience has played in your
life. Join
more than 45,000 Association members in remaining part
of the University community.
Please remember that regardless of your membership status,
you will continue to receive KU Connection. We hope you enjoy
it, and, as always, we hope to hear
from you.
With warmest wishes and congratulations to the Class of 2002,
The Kansas Alumni Association
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Former ambassador Kenton Keith, c'61,
who led U.S. information efforts in Pakistan during
the war in Afghanistan, is one of four alumni who will
receive KU's Distinguished Service Citations. Read
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KU faculty will embark on the sixth annual Wheat State
Whirlwind Tour later this month, meeting Kansans in
more than 20 communities. Read
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After months of study, Chancellor Robert E. Hemenway
will propose tuition increases to the Kansas Board of
Regents May 15. The board will determine total increases
for all Regents schools in late June. Read
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KU
in the Capitol
The Legislature passed a budget bill for 2002-03 but
remains divided on how to pay for it. Under the bill,
KU would take about a $7.1 million cut. However, if
legislators don't adopt revenue increases to fund the
budget, Gov. Graves will be forced to cut $300 million
more. This would have an additional impact on KU of
$11 million at Lawrence and $8.3 million at the Medical
Center. For the latest information, go to http://www.govrelations.ku.edu
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This
Week In KU History
May 13, 1923: William Allen White becomes
the first KU alumnus to win a Pulitzer Prize, which
is awarded to him for his editorial in the Emporia Gazette
defending free speech titled "To An Anxious Friend."
Read more dates for This Week
In KU History
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KU
History Web Site Conducts Successful Public Test
During the week of April 28-May 4, 2002, This Week
In KU History conducted a trial run of its date-driven
e-history of the University of Kansas. The public test
generated positive media attention, substantial visitation,
and many encouraging comments and constructive criticisms.
If you missed the test but would like to know what the
buzz is all about, there's still a chance to review
some sample content and post your comments. Learn
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A project of the KU Memorial Unions, "This
Week In KU History" is going online Fall 2002. Learn More
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May 2002
