College of Liberal Arts & Sciences news
Mini College registration begins 
The College of Liberal Arts & Sciences is excited to announce that registration is open for the inaugural Mini College, a weeklong learning retreat beginning June 1, that invites adults to be students all over again.
Two College geology journals rank among publications
Two sedimentary geology journals edited at the University of Kansas by College faculty have been ranked in the top five of the 40 best scientific publications in the field.
Researchers unearth new proof of die-off timetable
Evidence uncovered by Adrian Melott, professor of physics and astronomy, strongly supports the prospect that biodiversity on Earth grows and shrinks in a regular 62-million-year cycle, give or take a few million years.
Professor’s book named ‘Outstanding Academic Title’ by influential group
Theatre and Film Professor Tamara Falicov’s book exploring the Argentine film industry has been named an “Outstanding Academic Title” by the premier source of reviews of academic books, electronic media and Internet resources for higher education.
School of Business news
Former Governor Bill Graves to deliver Chandler Lecture
Bill Graves, President and CEO of American Trucking Associations, will speak at
7 p.m. on Feb. 26 at the Lied Center.
Minor in business provides journalism student with financial skills
New minor helps students gain competitive edge and valuable skills.
MBA students work directly with clients at Lawrence Regional Technology Center
Internships at the center provide experience that students can’t get in the classroom.
Vickers Lecture to feature real estate and hotel developer Jack DeBoer
Join the business school Tuesday, March 24, for the Annual Vickers Memorial Lecture at the Lied Center.
School of Fine Arts news
Board of Regents approves fine arts reorganization
On Thursday, Jan. 15, the Kansas Board of Regents approved KU’s proposed reorganization of the fine arts programs.
Art department welcomes new faculty artist
The art department welcomed a new faculty member this semester when Norman Akers, painter and printmaker (whose artwork is shown at right), made KU his new teaching home.
Opera to perform Gilbert and Sullivan's “Patience”
The comic opera, set in two acts, will take place
Feb. 13-14 in Swarthout Recital Hall.
Bales Artist Series continues with new visiting artist
Janette Fishell, professor of organ at Indiana University, will be playing a recital at the Bales Organ Recital Hall at 7:30 p.m. Friday,
Feb. 20.
The Red Door Gallery announces drawing exhibition by current KU students
The new exhibition "Salty Dogs" showcases an exploration of the medium and a vast array of approaches to the notion of work on paper.
School of Law news
Professor, alumni witness historic Obama inauguration firsthand 
School of Law Professor Andrew Torrance and several KU law alumni attended inaugural festivities on Jan. 20. They told us about their experiences and shared their photos.
Reunion, diversity banquet and CLE on spring slate
The coming months are ripe with reasons for KU Law alumni to return to Green Hall and Lawrence.
Tribal law conference to cast eye on future of indigenous policy making
Most people think of Indian treaty making as a convention of the past, but a leading tribal scholar will make a case for its resurgence during the 13th annual Tribal Law and Government Conference
Law students learn trial skills in intensive deposition workshop
Eighteen students recently participated in KU law’s first Deposition Skills Workshop, learning from practicing attorneys the art of taking and defending depositions.
Law students witness biodiversity law in action on research trip
Five KU law students spent a week over winter break snorkeling and holding classes on beaches in the Virgin Islands, getting an up-close look at one of the most biologically diverse sites on the planet.
