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Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Education May 14, 2025 - 2:51 pm

Peers, educators support students of all abilities in Lawrence school district’s adaptive triathlon

by Tricia Masenthin

A vibe of camaraderie and encouragement filled Lawrence High School’s athletic facilities Wednesday morning at the annual Pat Grzenda Adaptive Triathlon.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Education May 9, 2025 - 2:19 pm

Haskell graduates encouraged to press on while leaning on community

by Maya Hodison

There’s no place like Haskell Indian Nations University, the university’s commencement speaker said Friday, speaking from experience. Nearly 180 graduates were recognized.

Education May 8, 2025 - 3:14 pm

Lawrence high school journalism programs bring home state awards

by Lawrence Times

Student journalists from Lawrence High and Free State both took home awards from the Kansas Scholastic Press Association this year, adding to a tally of recent honors for the programs.

Education May 7, 2025 - 3:43 pm

Free State wins 6th straight speech title, completes season sweep

by Cuyler Dunn

The Free State High School speech team claimed its sixth straight state championship, completing a sweep of state titles this year after winning the debate crown in January.  

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events April 25, 2025 - 9:55 pm

Art students, teachers celebrated at Lawrence Arts Center’s Vanguard Awards

by Emilia (Mimi) Rosado Schmitt

Art students and their teachers celebrated their award-winning artwork Friday evening at the annual Vanguard Awards during the opening reception for the USD 497 Exhibition.

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Arts & Events April 25, 2025 - 2:40 pm

Youth-led inclusive period pantry to host block party in Lawrence amid leadership shift

by Tricia Masenthin

As the founders of Honor Moon’s period pantry and nonprofit foundation make their transition from high school to college, they’re teaming up with incoming leaders for a community event.

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events April 24, 2025 - 1:26 pm

Lawrence High choir students prepare for ‘Showtime’

by Nathan Kramer

The musical Lions of Lawrence High School will sing and dance to hits spanning decades during their annual “Showtime” performance, which premieres Thursday evening.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Education April 11, 2025 - 4:40 pm

Haskell, KU student researchers present their work at annual symposium

by Molly Adams

Student scientists in now-defunded KU and Haskell programs showcased their work Thursday, sharing research ranging from depression treatments for veterans and proteins’ impact on tumor cells to gene mutations, behavior of prairie voles and more. 

Education April 9, 2025 - 11:03 am

Students in defunded Haskell, KU programs prepare to present their research projects

by Mackenzie Clark

Student researchers in programs at Haskell and KU have been hard at work preparing for the yearly symposium that showcases their work. It’s coming up Thursday — a week to the day after the program director learned their federal grants had been cut without notice.

Education April 8, 2025 - 2:19 pm

KU Debate pair, including Free State alum, place 2nd at national tournament

by Cuyler Dunn

KU Debate’s pair of Graham Revare and John Marshall finished as runners-up at the National Debate Tournament, capping off a season that saw the duo cement themselves as one of the best teams in the country.

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