Why Vanessa’s a Hawk to Watch: Behind every life, there’s a story. The same could also be said of every species — and indeed,…
12 College classes to understand the here and now
In today’s fast-changing world and competitive job market, it’s more important than ever to have a solid grasp on the biggest and most consequential…
Discover what’s growing at KU’s Community Garden
Long before COVID reared its ugly head, many Lawrence and KU community members were struggling to access nutritious food on a regular basis. As…
Hawks to Watch: Aric Toler, digital investigator
Why Aric’s a Hawk to Watch: Russian spies. Chemical weapons attacks. Drug lords, drones, conspiracy and war crimes. A day at ‘the office’ is…
Lawrence Talks! bridges KU scholarship and Lawrence community
In an era where opinion is often mistaken for fact, a group of KU doctoral students turned podcast producers are on a quest to…
Hawks to Watch: Richard W. James, ceramicist + sculptor
Why Richard’s a Hawk to Watch: Some professionals prefer not to mix their work and personal lives. For Richard W. James, the two are…
Hawks to Watch: Jomana Qaddour, foreign policy professional
Why Jomana’s a Hawk to Watch: Questions about America’s role on the global stage are deeply complex and often controversial: When is intervention appropriate?…
15 KU College moments from an extraordinary year
2020 has been — well, take your pick of adjective: Difficult. Uncertain. Unpredictable. Unprecedented. Challenging. By now, we’ve all heard and used these words…
Hawks to Watch: Don Davis, senior director of player affairs for the NFLPA
Why Don’s a Hawk to Watch: Don Davis’s love for the game of football runs deep. With two Super Bowl rings to his name…
Mason Hussong’s love of languages leads to adventures around the world
Mason Hussong’s passion for language goes back to high school, where he spent four years studying Latin. After learning about KU’s nationally renowned Slavic…
Hawks to Watch: Tony G. Reames, energy justice scholar
Why Tony’s a Hawk to Watch: The most urgent issues our communities face — such as equitable access to clean energy — don’t exist…
11 College classes for a better future
It’s been a challenging year, full of disruption, uncertainty, and one unprecedented event after another. And with a myriad of new and ongoing challenges…
Abigail Vegter investigates religion, politics and gun ownership in America
Religion and politics in America can be messy, divisive, and contentious, certainly. But, as Abigail Vegter points out, the topics are anything but boring.…
Alex Pang seeks to promote diversity, equity and inclusion in higher education
From the day of his college visit in 2017, Alex Pang knew he wanted to be a Jayhawk. “I wanted to attend a university…
Hawks to Watch: Heba Mostafa, molecular virologist
Why Heba’s a Hawk to Watch: When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in early 2020, KU community members across the globe joined forces to curb…
Myra Dotzel uses lessons in visual art to solve problems in STEM
There’s a common stereotype that those who are creatively gifted are naturally bound to pursue arts and the humanities, while students skilled in math…
Hawks to Watch: Rhianna Jordan, professional dancer
For KU alumna Rhianna Jordan, a dance studio is much more than a practice space.
11 College classes to take online
Want to expand your knowledge, gain new skills, and earn class credits you need from the comfort of your home? From European goddesses and…
Camila Ordóñez Vargas launches campaign to support Colombian community during the pandemic
When Camila Ordóñez Vargas, a political science and economics double-major, traveled to spend spring break with her family in her home country of Colombia,…
Hawks to Watch: Kelly Houghteling, Deputy Town Administrator
Why Kelly’s a Hawk to Watch: Kelly Houghteling is always up for an adventure. When she’s off the clock, you can expect to find…
Jayhawks flock to Iowa ahead of 2020 caucuses
Two months before the spread of COVID-19 became the center of collective national attention in the U.S., political rivals across the ideological spectrum journeyed…
Strength in numbers: KU community joins forces to limit coronavirus’ spread
Everywhere you look, Jayhawks are coming together and rising to today’s challenges. As the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is felt across the U.S.…
College senior Sara Carlsen reflects on social media research, internships, and possibilities at KU
Where do you turn for inspiration? Sometimes taking a look back at where you were a few years ago and the progress you’ve made…
Hawks to Watch: Alex Nichols, content producer & writer
Why Alex is a Hawk to Watch: Comedy, arts, and entertainment can help us get through life’s rough patches and reflect on what truly…
13 cool new classes in the College
Want to spice up your schedule next semester? Whether you need to fulfill credits for your major or just want to branch out by…
10 tips for remote learning: Spring 2020 edition
Welcome to online learning in the College, Jayhawks! Although things are going to look different in this new way of operating remotely amid COVID-19…
Why Study in the College?
You have a lot of options when it comes to choosing the best path toward your future. So why major in the College of…
Kylie Hewitt uncovers stories from the past in the National WWII Museum’s collections
Objects from the past can speak volumes about the world we live in today. From love letters sent across continents and long-forgotten diary entries…
Non-profit internship takes Aristote G-Atata from Lawrence to Tokyo
An internship can help you build professional skills and apply lessons you’ve learned as a student outside of the classroom, and even around the…
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…
Daphne Lin finds connections between healthcare and humanities
From the time KU senior Daphne Lin arrived on the Hill, she had med school in mind. As any medical professional is sure to…
Lights, camera, action: Ishan Parikh releases his third feature film ‘Ego’
Steven Spielberg released his first full-length film at the age of 25. Hitchcock made his debut at 26. Ishan Parikh, a film & media…
Top 10 #HeartofKU stories of 2019
As the first month of 2020 comes to an end, we’re taking a look back at some of our favorite KU stories of 2019.…
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…
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…
Lilah Wilder goes to Washington as a Department of State intern
If you’ve been keeping up with headlines, you’ve probably noticed that stories involving diplomacy have been dominating the news cycle recently. As a Public…
Hawks to Watch: Brett Striker, Entrepreneur
Why Brett’s a Hawk to Watch: Fair warning: You might want to grab a snack before reading about our November Hawk to Watch, Brett…
Starting a dialogue: Jeff Thompson and Thomas Angel tackle health issues with new podcast
Issues like anxiety, depression, PTSD, and male relationships can make for sensitive topics of conversation for some, but two nontraditional students in the KU…
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…
Hawks to Watch, Julie Mulvihill, Nonprofit director and humanities advocate
Why Julie’s a Hawk to Watch: Every great movement begins with an idea. And when Kansans from diverse backgrounds come together to share their…
Earn credit in the KU Core with these 11 College classes
Looking to fulfill some KU Core credits next semester? Take a class in a subject that you’re passionate about or you’d like to learn…
Marissa Duckett bridges natural and social sciences
“Remember what you’re here for.” It’s a simple reminder that can have a major impact. For KU senior Marissa Duckett, that means pushing herself…
Mitch Lightfoot: on the court and in the College
Student athlete. Kansas Jayhawk. Econ major. With hometown roots in Kansas City, Missouri, senior Mitch Lightfoot was a KU fan long before he began his…
Hawks to Watch: Carlos Centeno, Economic development innovator
Why Carlos is a Hawk to Watch: When disaster strikes, we count on rapid responses, and carefully reasoned plans, from those with the experience,…
Rachel Smith meets the beetles (of South America)
Rachel Smith is fascinated by the beetles. Water beetles, to be exact. As a biology major with an emphasis on ecology, evolution, and organismal…
Alex Murray & Elizabeth Sundahl: For the love of bees
You’ve probably heard about the recent boost in popularity for the KU Beekeeping Club (KUBC), who signed up nearly 300 Jayhawks at this fall’s…
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…
Hawks to Watch: Elizabeth Keever, Nonprofit director
Why Elizabeth’s a Hawk to Watch: Despite being readily available for some, access to healthy food remains out of reach for many families across…
Hawks to Watch: Carl Grauer, Contemporary Artist
Why Carl’s a Hawk to Watch: Wisdom and The Wizard of Oz, LGBTQ+ rights and the legacy of Stonewall, family and the uneasy tension…
Unwinding with Hannah Britton: Anti-trafficking Researcher
What does human trafficking look like? Most of us have seen stories of captivity play out on big or small screen with familiar casts…
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…
Hawks to Watch: Amanda Shriwise, Postdoctoral Researcher
Why Amanda’s a Hawk to Watch: If you were able to look into the future 10 years ago and see yourself today, what would…
Hawks Who Brew: KU Alumni in the Beer Industry
Something special is brewing. Spring is in the air, downtown streets are bustling with business, and wherever you look people are flocking to fill…
Courtland Triplett seeks to do good through government
Growing up in Kansas City, Courtland Triplett always knew he wanted to bring positive change to the world but struggled to find the right…
Unwinding with Katie Rhine & Macie Rouse: Community Researchers
When most of us imagine a “lab,” familiar images and associations come to mind: sterile spaces equipped with white coats and Petri dishes, beakers,…
Hawks to Watch: Marlon Marshall, Grassroots Campaign Organizer
Why Marlon’s a Hawk to Watch: It’s no secret that politics, campaigns, and social movements can be contentious subjects, to say the least. So…
Rebekah Taussig: Rewriting disability
Disability is often viewed through a distorted lens, with stories of disability perpetuating oversimplified images of either tragedy or inspiration. This treatment is easy…
On her road to med school, English & Biology major Nidhi Patel makes discoveries at KU and abroad
As a freshman biology major, Nidhi Patel began her KU journey with a path in mind. What she didn’t anticipate, however, was that she…
Unwinding with Ward Lyles: Compassionate Urban Planner
What’s the foundation of a city? For urban planner Ward Lyles, the spaces we inhabit are defined as much by an approach to life,…
Hawks to Watch: David Toland, Kansas Secretary of Commerce
Why David’s a Hawk to Watch: Serious issues call for serious action. And David Toland has long been guided by the philosophy that real-world…