Our Stories

Writing KU’s future…today.

From the earliest days of human history, we have been storytellers. At KU, our history is intertwined with a state known for independent, forward-thinking individuals committed to building a community where all people thrive. Today, our faculty, researchers and students are writing new chapters in this same vein, preparing us for a future full of possibility.

Our Stories

Writing KU’s future…today.

From the earliest days of human history, we have been storytellers. At KU, our history is intertwined with a state known for independent, forward-thinking individuals committed to building a community where all people thrive. Today, our faculty, researchers and students are writing new chapters in this same vein, preparing us for a future full of possibility.

TOWARD INFINITE POSSIBILITY

FEATURED STORIES

Everywhere you look, KU faculty, students, researchers and healthcare providers are making the world a better place. Here are a few of their stories.

It’s business unusual for KU students.

Building community through coffee. Encouraging healthy living through fresh juices. Students from across KU get a taste of the real world through hands-on learning, serving as consultants to KU-area businesses as part of the KU School of Business’ entrepreneurship course offerings.

Emily Becker

Senior Digital Media Strategist | KU Endowment

Scholarships open doors for future educators at KU

Liam Thurlby was sitting in his high school AP government class when he realized his future dream job. Originally from China, the KU School of Education & Human Sciences student was taken not only by the differences between the government in the U.S. and his home country, but the enthusiasm that his teacher, Mr. Thomas, presented the material.

Emily Becker

Senior Digital Media Strategist | KU Endowment

Reshaping the classroom – one algorithm at a time

KU School of Education & Human Sciences embraces AI research

Michelle Strickland

Content Director | KU Endowment

Big heart from a small town

Inspired by his father, a family practitioner in rural Kansas, KU alumnus pledges $15 million for scholarships at KU School of Medicine

Emily Becker

Senior Digital Media Strategist | KU Endowment

Endowed professorships create boundless opportunities for donors, faculty, students

Endowed professorships at the University of Kansas are one of the most significant academic honors the university can offer.

University of Kansas School of Pharmacy, Business name new deans

Both the Schools of Pharmacy and Business have recently announced new deans. KU Endowment looks forward to partnering with them as we come closer to nearing our goals for the Onward campaign.

Emily Becker

Senior Digital Media Strategist | KU Endowment

KU Social Welfare research center harnesses power of collaboration to create a healthier Kansas

There is little doubt that ensuring every individual has access to quality health care is one of the biggest challenges we face today. Each year, more than 60 million Americans struggle to find medical care while also facing larger economic, social and environmental factors that exacerbate the issue.

Emily Becker

Senior Digital Media Strategist | KU Endowment

Scholarships open doors for future educators at KU

Liam Thurlby was sitting in his high school AP government class when he realized his future dream job. Originally from China, the KU School of Education & Human Sciences student was taken not only by the differences between the government in the U.S. and his home country, but the enthusiasm that his teacher, Mr. Thomas, presented the material.

Emily Becker

Senior Digital Media Strategist | KU Endowment

Reshaping the classroom – one algorithm at a time

KU School of Education & Human Sciences embraces AI research

Michelle Strickland

Content Director | KU Endowment

Big heart from a small town

Inspired by his father, a family practitioner in rural Kansas, KU alumnus pledges $15 million for scholarships at KU School of Medicine

Emily Becker

Senior Digital Media Strategist | KU Endowment

Endowed professorships create boundless opportunities for donors, faculty, students

Endowed professorships at the University of Kansas are one of the most significant academic honors the university can offer.

University of Kansas School of Pharmacy, Business name new deans

Both the Schools of Pharmacy and Business have recently announced new deans. KU Endowment looks forward to partnering with them as we come closer to nearing our goals for the Onward campaign.

Emily Becker

Senior Digital Media Strategist | KU Endowment

KU Social Welfare research center harnesses power of collaboration to create a healthier Kansas

There is little doubt that ensuring every individual has access to quality health care is one of the biggest challenges we face today. Each year, more than 60 million Americans struggle to find medical care while also facing larger economic, social and environmental factors that exacerbate the issue.

Emily Becker

Senior Digital Media Strategist | KU Endowment

Scholarships open doors for future educators at KU

Liam Thurlby was sitting in his high school AP government class when he realized his future dream job. Originally from China, the KU School of Education & Human Sciences student was taken not only by the differences between the government in the U.S. and his home country, but the enthusiasm that his teacher, Mr. Thomas, presented the material.

Emily Becker

Senior Digital Media Strategist | KU Endowment

Reshaping the classroom – one algorithm at a time

KU School of Education & Human Sciences embraces AI research

Michelle Strickland

Content Director | KU Endowment

Big heart from a small town

Inspired by his father, a family practitioner in rural Kansas, KU alumnus pledges $15 million for scholarships at KU School of Medicine

Emily Becker

Senior Digital Media Strategist | KU Endowment

Endowed professorships create boundless opportunities for donors, faculty, students

Endowed professorships at the University of Kansas are one of the most significant academic honors the university can offer.

University of Kansas School of Pharmacy, Business name new deans

Both the Schools of Pharmacy and Business have recently announced new deans. KU Endowment looks forward to partnering with them as we come closer to nearing our goals for the Onward campaign.

Emily Becker

Senior Digital Media Strategist | KU Endowment

KU Social Welfare research center harnesses power of collaboration to create a healthier Kansas

There is little doubt that ensuring every individual has access to quality health care is one of the biggest challenges we face today. Each year, more than 60 million Americans struggle to find medical care while also facing larger economic, social and environmental factors that exacerbate the issue.

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Scholarships open doors for future educators at KU

Liam Thurlby was sitting in his high school AP government class when he realized his future dream job. Originally from China, the KU School of Education & Human Sciences student was taken not only by the differences between the government in the U.S. and his home country, but the enthusiasm that his teacher, Mr. Thomas, presented the material.

Reshaping the classroom – one algorithm at a time

KU School of Education & Human Sciences embraces AI research

Big heart from a small town

Inspired by his father, a family practitioner in rural Kansas, KU alumnus pledges $15 million for scholarships at KU School of Medicine

Endowed professorships create boundless opportunities for donors, faculty, students

Endowed professorships at the University of Kansas are one of the most significant academic honors the university can offer.

University of Kansas School of Pharmacy, Business name new deans

Both the Schools of Pharmacy and Business have recently announced new deans. KU Endowment looks forward to partnering with them as we come closer to nearing our goals for the Onward campaign.

KU Social Welfare research center harnesses power of collaboration to create a healthier Kansas

There is little doubt that ensuring every individual has access to quality health care is one of the biggest challenges we face today. Each year, more than 60 million Americans struggle to find medical care while also facing larger economic, social and environmental factors that exacerbate the issue.

KU Law wins fifth-straight NNALSA moot court championship

For the fifth consecutive year, a University of Kansas School of Law team won first place at the National Native American Law Student Association (NNALSA) Moot Court Competition, which took place Feb. 14-15 in Las Vegas.

Practicum experience gives MSW student chance to show youth a role model ‘they can relate to’

Social work is a career with many avenues, but Marcello Dodd-Holliday has a sharp focus on his own path.

MESSAGE FROM THE CHANCELLOR

On Thursday, October 19, 2023, The University of Kansas launched its Ever Onward campaign — an ambitious effort to raise funds for numerous programs, projects and initiatives designed to transform education, spur discovery and create a healthier world. You can revisit Chancellor Douglas A. Girod’s remarks from that event by watching the video above.

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