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IN MEMORY

Raymond C. Jackson

Raymond C. Jackson, 79, died April 7. Jackson taught at KU from 1958 to 1971. Survivors include his wife, June; a son; a daughter; two brothers; two sisters; two grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; and a great-granddaughter. The family suggests memorials to the Institutional Advancement Department of Bio-medical sciences in Texas, sent in care of Rix Funeral Directors, 1901 Broadway, Lubbock, TX 79401.

Alfonso Verdu

Alfonso Verdu, 82, died March 30. He was a professor of philosophy and East Asian studies at KU for 24 years. Survivors include his daughter, two sisters and a granddaughter. The family suggests memorial donations to a charity of the donor's choice, sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th St., Lawrence, KS 66044.

Charles M. Hine

Charlies M. Hine, 88, died April 10. Hine worked as a hospital administrator at the KU Medical Center. Survivors include a niece and two nephews. The family suggests donations to the USS Slater (Destroyer Escort-766) Historical Foundation, PO Box 1926, Albany, NY 12201-1926, or Heart-to-Heart International, 401 S. Clairborne, Suite 302, Olathe, KS 66062.

RESEARCH MATTERS:

A KU professor's research has shown that a quality music program can boost a school's performance on standardized tests. Christopher Johnson, professor of music and dance, performed a study comparing results with similar demographics but with varying quality music programs. He found jumps of 22 percent in English test scores and 20 percent in math scores at elementary schools with good music programs. One theory holds that scores improved because music helps develop attentiveness. For more, or to listen to the original broadcast, visit www.researchmatters.ku.edu.