Vets Day 5k brings record participation
Over 600 people participated in the 2023 Vets Day 5k, including 100+ virtually.
Jayhawks Belong
TOGETHER WE RISE
At KU Alumni Association, our impact is only as great as our diversity. This is realized through our values in how we Appreciate the Unique. We believe our differences are strengths, all humanity has value and all Jayhawk belong. We are committed to cultivating an Association that models inclusion and respect. We celebrate and support the rich tapestry that makes our Jayhawk community uniquely ours.
JAYHAWKS BELONG
Videos
Episode 2 – Cultivate the Core
The KU Alumni Association is committed to cultivating leadership through inclusion and diversity. We recognize the value of ideas provided from a multitude of life experiences and backgrounds, understanding the limitless possibilities when all are welcome and heard.
Episode 1 – Appreciate the Unique
The KU Alumni Association is proud to represent and support our global network of Jayhawks worldwide by celebrating and promoting our diversity: a rich tapestry of what makes us unique. We recognize the importance of equity to increase access and opportunities for communities that have historically been excluded. It is our responsibility to cultivate a community where all Jayhawks experience a sense of inclusion through connection and belonging through acceptance.
COMMUNITY & CONNECTIONS
Affinity Networks
Our affinity networks are a collection of alumni connected by shared identities, experiences and backgrounds. These networks provide an avenue for alumni to sustain their connections and build community through the KU Alumni Association.
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Mentorship
Make A Difference
The importance of mentoring for personal and professional growth is well established across many realms, including higher education. Mentors play especially critical roles in helping historically marginalized students gain access to colleges—and adjust and thrive in these new environments.
The KU Alumni Assocation believes alumni mentors are vital to the success of our current Jayhawks.
By leveraging their KU education, professional experiences and established networks, alumni can help our current Jayhawks:
- navigate KU
- connect with professionals
- find opportunities
- and build social capital.
Jayhawk alumni mentors give back to the University with the gifts of time, experience and expertise.
Create a free profile on KU Mentoring+, become an alumni mentor today—and make a difference in the lives of our students.
KU Mentoring+ Affinity Groups
- Asian, Asian-American and Pacific Islander Jayhawks
- Exploratory Pathways Students
- Jayhawks in Advertising, PR & Marketing
- Jayhawks in Banking & Finance
- Jayhawks in Business
- Jayhawks in Design & Architecture
- Jayhawks in Entrepreneurship
- Jayhawks in Government
- Jayhawks in Higher Education
- Jayhawks in Journalism & Media
- Jayhawks in Movies, TV & Music
- Jayhawks in Nonprofit
- Jayhawks in Performing & Fine Arts
- Jayhawks in Professional Selling
- Jayhawks in Sport
- Jayhawks in Tech
- Jewish Jayhawks
- KU Alumni Volunteers
- KU Black Alumni Network
- KU Edwards IMC Graduate Program Alumni
- KU Staff Senate Mentor Program
- KU Student Senate
- KU Women Engineers Network
- Latinx & Hispanic KU Community
- LGBTQIA+ Jayhawks
- MPA Network for MPA Students & Alumni
- Occupational Therapy Networking Group
- SELF Program Fellows and Alumni
- University Honors Program
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Stories
We want to hear from you!
Your Jayhawk journey is uniquely yours. Storytelling connects us, helps us better understand the world around us and can inspire us to drive change. Share alumni stories we should know about, including your own.
KU welcomes largest freshman class in history, grows enrollment to highest level since 2010
The record-breaking freshman class includes 5,259 new Jayhawks.
Copy the Leader: Ryan Edmonds
Talking leadership with Ryan Edmonds, Assistant Director of Student Programs at KU Alumni.
Driving with Jayhawks: Michael Chavez on diversity & access in admissions
Michael Chavez, c’11, g’14, discusses his efforts recruiting a diverse student population to KU.
Driving with Jayhawks: Dole Institute of Politics
The Dole Institute of Politics celebrates its 20th anniversary, and late Senator Dole’s centennial birthday.
Copy the Leader: Abby Dotson
Talking leadership with Abby Dotson, a Jayhawk working in digital health innovation, policy and education for programs related to serious illness care.
Driving with Jayhawks: Talking Mental Health
Kristie Baumchen, director of mental health services for Kansas Athletics, shares prevention, education and treatment Jayhawks can apply to their daily mental health.
Copy the Leader: Derek Kwan
Talking leadership with Derek Kwan, Executive Director at the Lied Center of Kansas.
Driving with Jayhawks: Jayhawk Welcome Center
Kristi Laclé, c’99, shares the process of making the Jayhawk Welcome Center a reality.
Resources & Tools
The Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging at the University of Kansas offers educational resources and upcoming events.
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Give
Cultivating a strong sense of belonging for all Jayhawks is a collective effort that each of us has a role in creating. Your support will help shate the experiences of our vibrant KU Community, for all Jayhawks past, present, and future.
Angie Storey
Sr. Vice President of Donor Relations
Email
angiestorey@kualumni.org
Keon Stowers
Development Officer
Email
kstowers@kualumni.org
