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Electronic media department undergoes name change

By Trevor Arnold Circulation Manager As it prepares to celebrate a milestone at the university, KU’s electronic media department is undergoing a name change. Students enrolled in the department will now be known as cinema, television and media production majors. The name change reflects a sense of confusion from incoming students, according to Cara Cotellese, […]

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The fall of Trumpcare

by Arthur H. Garrison Staff Writer The Bible warns that pride goeth before the fall. When Trump ran for office he said the Affordable Care Act (ACA) disparagingly referred to Obamacare, was a disaster and would collapse under its own weight and that when he becomes president he would fix it day one. He said […]

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Kendrick Lamar’s “Humble” creates high expectations

By Matthew Harron Assistant A&E Editor Kendrick Lamar’s highly anticipated album, “DAMN,” has fans and the entirety of the hip-hop community on the edge of their seats. Lamar’s reputation following his jazz-influenced masterpiece, “To Pimp a Butterfly,” is now one to notice—Lamar’s ability to re-kindle roots and foundations that typical artists would not dare to […]

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Dana Lynn Harper’s ‘Bloom Bloom” invites interaction

By Emily Schlotter Contributing Writer In her ‘Bloom Bloom’ installation, Dana Lynn Harper uses chicken wire, balloons and orange flagging tape to create a chandelier of intimate tones. Her installation was showcased in the Marlin and Regina Miller Art Gallery from Feb. 9 to March 9. Harper invited students to assist in setting up the […]

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Russian relation cause media upset

Accusations continue to fly at Trump’s Cabinet by James Bouffard Contributing Writer Conspiracy theories about Trump’s ties to Russia existed prior to the election and have only intensified since the inauguration. With the resignation of National Security Adviser Michael Flynn and investigation from the FBI and Congress, the media has had a field day with […]

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KU hosts 19th annual Children’s Literature Conference

By Marybeth Peluzzo The 19th Annual KU Children’s Literature Conference was hosted on Saturday, April 1 from 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. in the McFarland Student Union Building. Elementary school students from local and regional school districts visited KU to meet featured authors and illustrators from the conference on March 31. The Children’s Literature Conference […]

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KU Presents! to feature GRAMMY award-winners

By Matthew Harron Assistant Arts & Entertainment editor KU Presents will feature GRAMMY award-winner, Branford Marsalis, and his string quartet! on April 19 at 7:30 p.m. in Schaeffer Auditorium. Accompanying Marsalis will be Kurt Elling, GRAMMY award-winner and well-known jazz vocalist. The Branford Marsalis Quartet has set the bar high for other ensembles; their high-sense […]

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Honors Program hosts Bead for Life fundraiser

Proceeds supply funds for missionary trip to Mexico By Austin Geisinger Contributing Writer On Saturday, April 1 at the MSU, the Honors Program hosted a table to sell products from the nonprofit organization, Bead for Life. Bonnie Stichter, a member of Grace Church in Kutztown, was selling the products along side a bake sale fundraiser […]

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Netflix debuts “13 Reasons Why”

By Gabrielle Smith Contributing Writer On March 31, Netflix came out with a new original series called “13 Reasons Why,” based on the book “Thirteen Reasons Why” by Jay Asher. I read the book years ago in high school, so I had some anticipation for this show throughout the entire month of March. “13 Reasons […]

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Pro-Life messages erased by KU officials

Students for Life chapter loses free-speech By Amanda Sura Assistant Opinions Editor On March 1, KU officials removed pro-life chalk messages, written by KU’s Students for Life chapter, violating constitutionally protected free-speech rights. On National Pro-Life Chalk Day, Students for Life displayed pro-life messages across campus sidewalks and walkways. However, the following day the messages […]