Cora Burgoyne is a public health professional in Denver, Colorado. She is dedicated to improving public health outcomes in our communities through systems change, strengthening the internal infrastructure of health organizations, pragmatic use of resources, and cross-sector collaboration…
Continue readingA statement on violence at the US Capitol
This morning we join our colleagues across higher education in condemning the shocking violence that unfolded yesterday at the United States Capitol. We should all be horrified and humiliated by what happened in the very seat of our American democracy.
Continue readingMentor Spotlight: Lucas Snyder
Lucas Snyder earned his undergraduate degree in sport management, with minors in business and French. He works as a client solutions representative for Echo Global Logistics in Chicago where he assists clients with their major freight shipments on trucks, trains, boats, and planes.
Continue readingMentor Spotlight: Allison Ellis
Allison Ellis, c’19, is a proud Jayhawk with a degree in human biology and a focus in applied behavioral science. She also earned a Global Awareness certificate as a student.
Continue readingMentor Spotlight: Brandon Monroe
Brandon Monroe currently serves as the digital marketing director for Notley Ventures, a platform that brings entrepreneurial thinking to the nonprofit space.
Continue readingThe Water Cooler, December 2020
This month’s Water Cooler includes numerous stories of Jayhawk generosity and achievement that fit the season of giving and celebration. We join a chorus of campus and community partners in praising and thanking Jayhawks for their magnanimity and work.
Continue readingLied Center ‘pops-up’ to brings the arts to Lawrence
Every business has been forced to adapt to new realities from the COVID-19 pandemic, but the public events industry has been hit harder than most. With a regular business model untenable, Lawrence’s performing arts center had to adapt quickly…
Continue readingAlumni virtual fundraiser brings in $100,000
The University of Kansas Alumni Association hosted its first-ever virtual fundraising event, Jayhawks Flock Together, Thursday, Nov. 19, in support of student and alumni programs and KU’s Campus Cupboard, a food pantry for students, faculty, staff and affiliates.
Continue readingAttendance at Kansas Athletics events in early December
Last week we announced we will not host fans at Kansas Athletics competitions for the rest of November in light of the regional surge of COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations…
Continue readingThe Water Cooler, November 2020
In this month’s issue of the Water Cooler we bring you great virtual opportunities for professional development through the Jayhawk Career Network’s upcoming webinar series.
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