KU to host series of informational meetings for students with intellectual disabilities, parents and educators

LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas Transition to Postsecondary Education program (KU TPE) is hosting a series of informational meetings in several Kansas cities in October and November. 

Students with intellectual or developmental disability (IDD) and their families are invited to attend to learn about KU TPE’s undergraduate certificate program and the application process. Interested educators and others involved in postsecondary education for students with disabilities are also welcome. 

KU TPE is a two-year, fully inclusive undergraduate certificate program at the Lawrence campus for students with IDD. Students complete at least 24 hours of KU credit-bearing courses that are included on their KU transcript. Students also participate in career internships and fully engage in KU student life.

A variety of living options are available for KU TPE students, including KU dorms, scholarship halls and off-campus living, based on their choice.

KU TPE staff will make a presentation and answer questions at all eight meetings. Registration is requested, but walk-ins are welcome. See more information on the KU TPE information sessions webpage.

In-person TPE sessions

Oct. 5
6-7:30 p.m.
Spring Hill USD 230 Administrative Center (District Board Room)
17640 W 199th St.
Spring Hill

Oct. 6
5-6:30 p.m.
Central Kansas Cooperative in Education
Hageman Education Center, Multipurpose Room
409 W. Cloud St.
Salina

Oct. 13
5-6:30 p.m.
Gardner Edgerton High School (lecture hall)
425 N. Waverly Road
Gardner

Oct. 20
6-7:30 p.m.
Tonganoxie High School
404 U.S. Highway 24 
Tonganoxie

Oct. 21
6-7:30 p.m.
KU Edwards Campus
Regnier Hall Auditorium, Room 152
12610 Quivira Road
Overland Park

Nov. 3
5:30-7 p.m.
Andover USD 385 District Office
1432 N. Andover Road
Andover

Nov. 4
5:30-7 p.m.
Emporia High School (Library)
3302 W. 18th Ave.
Emporia

Nov. 17
6-7:30 p.m.
Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library (Marvin C Room)
1515 SW 10th Ave.
Topeka

Online TPE sessions

Several online informational sessions are also being offered with registration. Zoom sessions, all from 5:30-6:30 p.m., are scheduled for Sept. 22, Oct. 29, Nov. 18 and Dec. 8. Additional Zoom meetings will be scheduled throughout the fall. Check the KU TPE website above for weekly updates.

KU TPE is currently accepting applications for fall 2027. The application deadline is Jan. 1, 2027. Additional information about application, admission and informational meetings is available on KU TPE’s website.