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The University of Kansas’ inaugural Lambda Eta Chapter of Alpha Alpha Alpha, a national honor society for first-generation college students, will be launched Nov. 6. The ceremony is one of many events at KU celebrating National First-Generation College Celebration (FGCC) week.
Spurred on by a desire to increase affordability for students and to broaden access for international colleagues shut out by costly paywalls, Raj Bhala worked with a team at KU Libraries to openly publish his widely used textbook on international trade law. He is the recipients of the 2024 Shulenburger Award for Innovation & Advocacy in Scholarly Communication.
individuals carrying flags lined up near campanile
In honor of Veterans Day, the University of Kansas campus in Lawrence will host/participate in a variety of events Nov. 9-16. Events are open to the public, unless otherwise noted. Events include special athletics events, a wreath-laying ceremony and an annual 5K run.

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Tue, 10/29/2024
In honor of Veterans Day, the University of Kansas campus in Lawrence will host/participate in a variety of events Nov. 9-16. Events are open to the public, unless otherwise noted. Events include special athletics events, a wreath-laying ceremony and an annual 5K run.
Mon, 10/28/2024
The University of Kansas’ inaugural Lambda Eta Chapter of Alpha Alpha Alpha, a national honor society for first-generation college students, will be launched Nov. 6. The ceremony is one of many events at KU celebrating National First-Generation College Celebration (FGCC) week.
Fri, 10/25/2024
Spurred on by a desire to increase affordability for students and to broaden access for international colleagues shut out by costly paywalls, Raj Bhala worked with a team at KU Libraries to openly publish his widely used textbook on international trade law. He is the recipients of the 2024 Shulenburger Award for Innovation & Advocacy in Scholarly Communication.
Thu, 10/24/2024
As part of a comprehensive, universitywide initiative to optimize resources and better serve the KU community, the KU Medical Center Alumni Association will integrate into the KU Alumni Association. This will take effect Jan. 1, 2025.
Wed, 10/23/2024
The University of Kansas has established a new office to better serve Native and Indigenous students, faculty and staff and help KU engage with Native and Indigenous communities in the region.
Wed, 10/23/2024
The Achievement & Assessment Institute’s Center for Educational Opportunity Programs is hosting its sixth annual I Am First Too commemorative poster unveiling in honor of members of the KU community who have excelled as role models and advocates of first-generation student success.
Tue, 10/22/2024
KU Theatre will present "Hookman" by Lauren Yee, which reminds everyone that college can be scary. Performances are Nov. 1-7 in the William Inge Memorial Theatre in Murphy Hall.
Tue, 10/22/2024
Both University of Kansas Army ROTC Ranger Challenge teams took first place at the 2024 Task Force Leavenworth Ranger Challenge competition at Fort Leavenworth, held Oct. 11-13.
Mon, 10/21/2024
KU Libraries will mark International Open Access Week (Oct. 21-27) with a trio of activities demonstrating the importance of open access resources and their availability at KU.
Mon, 10/21/2024
On Nov. 7, the University of Kansas Department of Civil, Environmental & Architectural Engineering, part of the School of Engineering, will host experts in the field of geotechnical engineering for a conference exploring the latest developments in the field.