Hawks to Watch: Kiel Johnson, Artist
Why Kiel's a Hawk to Watch:To say that Kiel Johnson enjoys the creative process is something of an understatement. He's positively enamored with it. On any given day, you might find the LA-based artist fashioning an old-timey Western stagecoach out of cardboard, sending sparks flying from…
Hawks to Watch: Mugabi Byenkya, writer, poet and rapper
Why Mugabi's a Hawk to Watch:Life has a way of writing in unexpected plot twists. For KU grad Mugabi Byenkya, his journey to a career as a writer, poet and "occasional" rapper has been anything but predictable. Adapting to shifting circumstances, often brought on by debilitating bouts of…
Hawks to Watch: Estelle Johnson, professional athlete
Why Estelle's a Hawk to Watch:What does it take to become a pro athlete? Agility, strength, high levels of grit, and a growth mindset, for sure. But in addition to all the physical discipline and long hours of exertion required for a career in athletics, having solid communication skills is…
Jayhawk entrepreneur Paige Albert makes a splash with KC bridal boutique
Have you ever dreamed of being your own boss? For KU alumna Paige Albert, the idea of running a business had long been an exciting possibility for a future career. So when approached about buying a small bridal boutique in the Crossroads District in downtown Kansas City, Missouri, only six…
Monica Martinez: Leaving a Jayhawk legacy to be proud of
For Monica Martinez, a Kansas native raised in Topeka and born on Kansas Day, the decision to carve out a unique path in her home state at KU felt entirely appropriate. And as a Jayhawk in the College, she found ample opportunity to immerse herself in the subjects she cares about most: American…
Phillip McGruder: 'Believe Autism Matters'
For nearly all his life, KU College alumnus Phillip McGruder has felt a duty to make an impact on the world. Inspired by his mother's determination to earn a college degree during the American civil rights movement, he was driven to be a role model for those who may not otherwise have one.…
Hawks to Watch: Caitlin Hotzel, Pastry Chef
Why Caitlin's a Hawk to WatchCaitlin has never been afraid to take a risk to pursue passions and achieve her dreams. The books Caitlin read during her English degree at KU inspired her to run with bulls in Spain and then move her life to London to start her culinary education at Le Cordon Bleu.…