Former Athletic Director Lew Perkins Passes Away at 78
Lew Perkins, former University of Kansas athletic director, passed away at the age of 78 due to side effects related to Parkinson's disease. During his tenure, Perkins oversaw significant achievements, including the football team winning back-to-back bowl games and the men's basketball team securing its first national title. He helped double Kansas Athletics' operating budget and led major renovations to athletic facilities. Perkins had a successful career as an athletic director at various universities, including Wichita State, Maryland, and Connecticut. Despite some controversies towards the end of his tenure at KU, his legacy as a dedicated advocate for student-athletes and his contributions to the university's athletic success remain highly regarded.