20 Architect of the Plains

24 Essentially Esquire

30 Among Friends

3 First Word
The editor's turn

4 Lift the Chorus
Letters from readers

6 On the Boulevard
Schedules of KU events

8 Jayhawk Walk
Millenium debate, candy lady and more

10 Hilltopics
News and notes, including Desmond Tutu's visit, the Visitor Center's debut and more

14 Oread Reader
Roger Martin learns the stories of 19th-century women scientists

15 Oread Writer
Chris Lazzarino ponders reading requirements

16 Sports
Men's basketball season finishes with a flourish

34 Association News
Distinguished cites and KU in KC

37 Association Calendar
The latest on Learned Club and chapter events

38 Class Notes
Profiles of a determined actress, a compassionate counselor and more

52 In Memory
Deaths in the KU family

54 Schoolwork
News from academe

68 Hail to Old KU
Dandelion digs