Advertising Opportunities

Print & Digital Media

Kansas Alumni Magazine

Print Magazine

Kansas Alumni magazine shares stories of the University of Kansas with alumni who care deeply about the achievements and challenges of their alma mater and their fellow Jayhawks. The magazine supports the University’s mission of teaching, research and public service by informing and educating alumni and by strengthening their connection to KU, reminding them that they remain part of the Jayhawk family, no matter where they live or how long ago they left the Hill. Kansas Alumni is mailed to more than 28,000 households each quarter.

Digital Magazine

The same beloved stories featured in the print magazine are complimented by our Kansas Alumni magazine website, which is accessible to all alumni, friends, fans and donors across the globe, allowing for unique opportunities to reach your target audience through advertising and series sponsorships.

About Our Readers

54%
of readers earn more than $100,000
32%
of readers earn more than $140,000
50%
graduated between 1960 and 1979
59%
share their magazine copy with 1+ people
68%
of readers dine out 1-8 times per month
47%
make 10+ online purchases annually
92%
of members read their magazine "regularly"
90%
always read the class notes section

Digital Marketing

The KU Alumni Association strives to provide alumni, students and fans the most timely and relevant information from the Hill through our many digital platforms. Connect your company with the powerful Jayhawk network through a variety of digital advertising opportunities.

Advertising Specifications:

Email Marketing

Crimson + Blue

A nostalgic look at the Hill, this newsletter reaches a unique audience – all members, plus all non-members age 40 and under with a KU degree in an effort to connect the audience back to KU.

Frequency: Monthly, fourth week

Reach/Audience: 62,000+ alumni

Opportunities: banner ad (multiple positions available per issue)

News From the Nest

A monthly newsletter distributed to all association members and includes the latest news from the Hill as well as unique Jayhawk stories.

Frequency: Monthly, first week

Reach/Audience: 25,000+ alumni

Opportunities: banner ad, multiple positions available per issue, sponsored content

The Water Cooler

The Jayhawk Career Network’s monthly opt-in newsletter provides Jayhawks with career resources including news, profiles and job opportunities. It also highlights Jayhawk leaders and businesses.

Frequency: Monthly, third week

Reach/Audience: 4,200+ alumni

Opportunities: banner ad, multiple positions available per issue, sponsored content

Special Offer Email

Monthly email distributed to all association members and non-members featuring 7-10 entries from our partners.

Frequency: Monthly, third week

Reach/Audience: 130,000+ alumni

Opportunities: 7-10 entries available per issue

Network Newsletters

A monthly newsletter dedicated to two key Jayhawk audiences, the Greater Kansas City area and the state of Kansas. Each issue includes Jayhawk news, profiles, and events happening in these markets.

Frequency: Monthly, first week

Reach/Audience: Greater KC: 35,000+; Kansas: 40,000+ alumni

Opportunities: banner ad, multiple positions available per issue, sponsored content

Presidents Club Newsletter

A bi-monthly newsletter designed to keep our most active and engaged alumni up-to-speed on all of the latest University and Alumni Association news, events and information.

Frequency: bi-monthly

Reach/Audience: 500+ Presidents Club donors

Opportunities: banner ad, multiple positions available per issue, sponsored content

Other Opportunities

Dedicated email
Share your message with the KU alumni audience through a special dedicated email about your company or product. You have the opportunity to select and segment your audience to meet your objectives.


Sponsored Content

We’re always looking to connect Jayhawks with timely and relevant content from our partners. Sponsored content is featured in already established alumni communications. Positions are available for multiple digital platforms.

Web & Social Engagement

Website Advertising

Home to a variety of advertising opportunities, the KU Alumni Association’s website is a key source of information for KU alumni and fans. From the latest campus news, to watch party information, to multiple programs and events that connect Jayhawks across the map, kualumni.org could be the perfect spot for you to reach your target audience.

Yearly Overview
page views: 617,300
sessions: 487,000

Social Media Engagement

15,700+
facebook followers
15,700+
twitter followers
10,000+
instagram followers
23,800+
linkedin group

Mobile App Engagement

KU Alumni App

The Alumni Association’s mobile app is designed to keep KU at the palm of alumni’s hand. With more than 46,000 students, alumni and fans already engaged through the mobile app, it continues to be a top resource for University and Alumni Association information.

Key Statistics:
46,000+ downloads
48% have notifications turned on
Average user time in app: 2.77 minutes

Contact Us for More Information

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Austin Harris
Associate Vice President for Revenue Generation
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Brett Leonard
Director of Business Development

Welcome to the University
of Kansas Alumni Association

Your membership in the KU Alumni Association is the single most powerful way to make all of KU stronger, including the value of your own degree. Through your membership, the Association: