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Daniel Steck

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Covers:  State government, community affairs, University administration and policy, local business.
Former Web Producer/Editor @KUJH_KU | Former News Editor and others @KansanNews | KU JSchool Alum | Passionate about small business, coffee and community!

Daniel Steck’s Journalist Portfolio

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Kansas HB 2460 seeks to remove DEI from postsecondary hiring

Kansas HB 2460 seeks to remove DEI from postsecondary hiring

The University Daily Kansan — A bill being heard in the Kansas legislature's Higher Education Committee would prohibit DEI or political ideology in postsecondary education's admissions, scholarship and hiring processes.

Memorial Stadium as we know it is gone; what's next?

Memorial Stadium as we know it is gone; what's next?

The University Daily Kansan — Memorial Stadium has been undergoing renovations since the conclusion of the home football games for the Jayhawks. With part of Phase 1 completed, questions arise of what University officials have

KU drops 30 places in U.S. News Report, cites 'social mobility criteria'

KU drops 30 places in U.S. News Report, cites 'social mobility criteria'

The University Daily Kansan — In a press release from the University, it was cited that increased weighting of social mobility criteria was a primary factor in the lower ranking from the U.S. News &

KU announces 'Gateway District' along with major football stadium upgrades

KU announces 'Gateway District' along with major football stadium upgrades

The University Daily Kansan — The University of Kansas formalizes renovation plans and renderings of the David Booth Memorial Stadium. Phase one of the project is scheduled to complete by the beginning of the 2025

2023 Student Govt. Election: Key themes from Thursday’s debate

2023 Student Govt. Election: Key themes from Thursday’s debate

The University Daily Kansan — Student Senate coalition candidates took to the debate floor to discuss student issues on campus.

McLain's Market closing its KU campus location Friday, March 10

McLain's Market closing its KU campus location Friday, March 10

The University Daily Kansan — McLain's will permanently close its location on the University of Kansas campus on March 10 at 2 p.m. The Iowa street location will remain open.

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KU announces new associate vice chancellor for civil rights and Title IX

KU announces new associate vice chancellor for civil rights and Title IX

The University Daily Kansan — The University of Kansas announced on Tuesday that Lauren Jones McKown will lead civil rights and Title IX efforts for the University.

Applied Behavioral Science Director of Undergraduate Studies David Jarmolowicz passes away

Applied Behavioral Science Director of Undergraduate Studies David Jarmolowicz passes away

The University Daily Kansan — David Jarmolowicz, Applied Behavioral Science Director of Undergraduate Studies, has passed away this past week. Here are some of his highlights and accomplishments.

Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women week hosted by Haskell and KU

Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women week hosted by Haskell and KU

The University Daily Kansan — Last week, Haskell Indian Nations University and the University of Kansas partnered to raise awareness for missing and murdered Indigenous women. The Actions for Justice week included several events, including a self-defense seminar, a walk to Lawrence City Hall and a discussion forum.

Masks no longer required on KU and Lawrence buses

Masks no longer required on KU and Lawrence buses

The University Daily Kansan — KU Transportation Services announced that as of today, masks will be optional on all KU buses. The announcement follows an announcement from the City of Lawrence, ending a mask mandate on city buses, as well as a federal court ruling earlier this week.

Director of the Harvard Annual Poll speaks about Gen Z activism at Dole Institute

Director of the Harvard Annual Poll speaks about Gen Z activism at Dole Institute

The University Daily Kansan — Author and director of polling at Harvard, John Della Volpe, spoke on his new book, “Fight: How Gen Z is channeling their fear and passion to save America”, at the Dole Institute of Politics on April 12.

Preparation underway for 33rd annual FNSA powwow

Preparation underway for 33rd annual FNSA powwow

The University Daily Kansan — The KU First Nations Student Association is hosting their 33rd annual powwow in conjunction with their 5th annual Indigenous Cultures Festival on April 9, with Student Union Activities hosting a preview event on Thursday.

Masks no longer required in classrooms starting March 28

Masks no longer required in classrooms starting March 28

The University Daily Kansan — The University of Kansas has announced that masks will no longer be required in classrooms effective March 28, as originally projected in the updated policy announced on March 3.

Kansas activist groups host summit to increase political awareness

Kansas activist groups host summit to increase political awareness

The University Daily Kansan — Several local activist groups hosted a summit this week to increase political awareness and advocate for voting rights. The events hosted by the coalition included an opportunity to meet with

KU faculty hosts panel on Russian invasion of Ukraine

KU faculty hosts panel on Russian invasion of Ukraine

The University Daily Kansan — Faculty members of the University of Kansas’ College of Liberal Arts & Sciences hosted a panel discussion Wednesday on the Russian invasion of Ukraine, featuring several former residents of Ukraine and Russia.

KU changes mask requirements, no longer required in non-classroom settings

KU changes mask requirements, no longer required in non-classroom settings

The University Daily Kansan — Starting 5 p.m. March 3, masks will no longer be required in non-classroom settings, which includes libraries, dining halls and research labs. They will be required in classrooms, on buses,

Lawrence School Board decides against school closures following community backlash

Lawrence School Board decides against school closures following community backlash

The University Daily Kansan — After Lawrence school closure proposals, community members rallied against the school board's plan. At a Feb. 14 meeting, a majority of school board members said closures were no longer an

Lawrence Women's March raises awareness on reproductive rights

Lawrence Women's March raises awareness on reproductive rights

The University Daily Kansan — Lawrence community members marched down Massachusetts street in the annual Lawrence Women's March. The march focused on a proposed amendment to the state constitution that could limit access to abortions

Multiple Lawrence businesses now require proof of vaccination to enter

Multiple Lawrence businesses now require proof of vaccination to enter

The University Daily Kansan — Businesses in Lawrence are now requiring their customers to show proof of vaccination against COVID-19.