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Oklahoma prep standout Xavier Henry, right, announces his commitment to Kansas University as mother Barbary Henry looks on in this file photo from April 23 in Oklahoma City.

Published on July 1, 2009

Kansas University defensive tackle Richard Johnson Jr., center, and linebacker Huldon Tharp, right, fill plates in the serving line with volunteer and Lawrence resident Dave Kelsey, left, on Sunday at the Lawrence Interdenominational Nutrition Kitchen. Johnson started eight games on the defensive line last season for the Jayhawks before being hampered by an injury.

Published on June 28, 2009

Kansas University defensive tackle Richard Johnson III, center, joins hands with Lawrence resident Barb Smith, left, prior to serving food to the needy at the Lawrence Interdenominational Nutrition Kitchen (LINK) Sunday, June 28, 2009. To the right of Johnson are linebacker Huldon Tharp, defensive end Tyrone Sellers, running back Toben Opurum and defensive back D.J. Beshears.

Published on June 28, 2009

Sgt. 1st Class Aljournal “A.J.” Franklin, pictured in Fort Leavenworth, is a noncommissioned officer who administers the military post’s mental health facility. He provides counseling to five men awaiting execution and about 425 other inmates with life or long-term sentences.

Published on June 28, 2009

In addition to improvements to Allen Fieldhouse, new donor suites are being built, a new practice gym is being constructed and locker rooms are being expanded and improved.

Published on June 24, 2009

In addition to a pedestrian bridge, workers are also tying Allen Fieldhouse more closely to the athletic offices to the west. Pictured here, workers add a new level to the walkway between the buildings.

Published on June 24, 2009

In addition to a pedestrian bridge, workers are also tying Allen Fieldhouse more closely to the athletic offices to the west. Pictured here, workers add a new level to the walkway between the buildings.

Published on June 24, 2009

Workers unload supplies to bring into Allen Fieldhouse for renovation work on Tuesday. Workers are in the midst of a major overhaul of Allen Fieldhouse and additions to areas around the historic old building.

Published on June 24, 2009

The north end of Allen Fieldhouse will look different for fans who come to games at Allen Fieldhouse this season.

Published on June 24, 2009

A view of Allen Fieldhouse from the parking garage across the new pedestrian walkway that will connect the garage with upper levels of Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on June 24, 2009

Construction workers walk across the new pedestrian bridge that will join upper levels of Allen Fieldhouse with the parking garage to the north.

Published on June 24, 2009

Kansas running back Angus Quigley flexes after scoring a touchdown against South Florida in this Sept. 12, 2008, file photo in Tampa, Fla. This year, Quigley will use his muscle at linebacker to try to prevent touchdowns instead of scoring them.

Published on June 24, 2009

Kansas University senior angus quigley is pictured in this file photo before the 2008 season. Quigley, through ups and downs on the football field, has remained close to his mother, Tammie, who initially was uneasy with Angus playing football for fear of injury.

Published on June 24, 2009

Ricky Barnes points to the crowd after his birdie putt on the 17th hole during the third round of the U.S. Open. Barnes, who was ranked No. 519 in the world before the weekend, is tied for the lead entering today’s final round in Farmingdale, N.Y.

Published on June 22, 2009

Ricky Barnes waves to the gallery after a birdie putt on the eighth green during the second round of the U.S. Open on Saturday. Barnes holds a one-stroke lead at Bethpage State Park’s Black Course in Farmingdale, N.Y.

Published on June 21, 2009

Kansas offensive lineman Brad Thorson poses for a photo during the Jayhawks’ READ event at Hilltop Child Development Center. Student-athletes make numerous visits to local elementary schools throughout the year to read to young students.

Published on June 21, 2009

Ames High School basketball player Harrison Barnes looks on during practice at the school in Ames, Iowa. The 6-foot-7 standout has been pegged by many as the top prospect in the country.

Published on June 20, 2009

Ames High School basketball player Harrison Barnes shoots during practice at the school in Ames, Iowa. The 6-foot-7 standout has been pegged by many as the top prospect in the country.

Published on June 20, 2009

KU basketball coach Bill Self, left, and former KU basketball coach Roy Williams, second from left, greet friends after a memorial service for Bob Frederick on Wednesday at the Lied Center.

Published on June 17, 2009

Members of the audience raise their arms for the waving of the wheat after singing the "Crimson and the Blue" at the conclusion of a memorial service for Bob Frederick, former KU athletic director, Wednesday at the Lied Center.

Published on June 17, 2009