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Caps and gowns are purchased and pressed, as a new crop of KU seniors prepare to take their trip down the Hill. The 134th Commencement of the University of Kansas will begin on May 21 with KU’s most sacred tradition, an afternoon procession of faculty, graduates and dignitaries from Memorial Drive, through the Campanile, down Mount Oread and into the stadium. Along with family and friends, the KU Alumni Association will be there to welcome the Class of 2006 to alumni status.
Alumni and parents, give the gift of KU spirit to your favorite graduate. Memberships make perfect presents and are half price. For just $25, your senior will receive a subscription to the Kansas Alumni magazine, valuable professional networking opportunities and discounts for KU Bookstores, moving companies and more.
 Cool off at Commencement. Bring along the KU Go fan to battle the stadium heat and cheer on graduates at the same time. The handy personal fan displays go and Jayhawks along its blades.
Warmest wishes from the Hill,
KU Alumni Association
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The Tan Man Rises Again
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He no longer catches the rays on Wescoe Beach, but the Tan Man, as he was known to so many KU students, is still sunning himself around town. The Lawrence Journal-World recently caught up with the popular figure, who made a name for himself with his shirtless attire in the 70s and 80s. Read more.
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KU alumna to head FDIC
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When the debate heats up over Wal-Mart's latest venture into the banking business, a Jayhawk might be refereeing the fight. President Bush has nominated KU graduate Sheila Bair, c'75, l'78, to oversee the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp for the next five years and serve on the board through 2013. Read more.
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Confucius Institute calls KU home
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KU and China's Ministry of Education dedicated a Confucius Institute at KU's Edwards Campus this month. Along with the Overland Park location, three institutes opened in New York, Chicago and Washington D.C. Read more.
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Highly-touted senior signs with KU
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Kansas head basketball coach Bill Self announced the signing of Darrell Arthur, one of the nation's most highly-touted recruits, to a National Letter of Intent. Arthur, a 6-foot-9 power forward from South Oak Cliff High in Dallas, Texas, announced his decision in a press conference Tuesday. Read more.
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 Notable Moments In KU Nursing History
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To commemorate the centennial anniversary of the KU School of Nursing, KUhistory.com presents the first major installment of articles focusing on the history of nursing education at KU.
View the Nursing history contents page.
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