As the University of Kansas (KU) wraps up its 2025 fiscal year, it will have nearly resolved a long-standing $50 million operating deficit. However, the celebration is short-lived as university officials brace for a projected $22.3 million shortfall in the upcoming fiscal year starting July 1, 2025. Chancellor Douglas Girod noted that while the university’s … Read more
In a bid to address the regional disparity in legal education and practice, Sedgwick County District Attorney Marc Bennett is championing the establishment of a law school within the county. Currently, Kansas hosts only two law schools: Washburn University School of Law in Topeka and the University of Kansas School of Law in Lawrence. This … Read more
A recent study by the University of Kansas (KU) reveals a significant transformation in the racial and ethnic composition of suburban and urban schools over two decades. The research, which analyzes U.S. Census Bureau data from 2000 and 2020 alongside national school enrollment data, highlights two key trends: suburban schools are becoming more racially diverse, … Read more
Many low-income renters in Kansas endure substandard living conditions, including health hazards, due to fear of landlord retaliation. A University of Kansas survey highlights the challenges these renters face, shedding light on the systemic issues within the housing sector. Fear of Retaliation Prevents Maintenance Requests The survey indicates that a significant number of low-income renters … Read more