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Celebrating Our Past, Navigating Our Present, Preparing for Our Future: Honoring 50 Years of Black Alumni Legacy at the University of Kansas
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A weekend filled with Black Alumni Network reunion celebrations, fellowship, and Jayhawk pride during the highly anticipated matchup between the University of Kansas and University of Missouri!
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Registration Prices:
Hotel Rates and Information:
151 McDonald Dr., Lawrence, KS 66044
Rates: $299/night for King or Queen. Rates available until September 4, 2026.
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For questions, please contact KUBAN President Michelle Wilson at michellewilson@ku.edu or Jill M. Hall, KUBAN Reunion Chair or Tamara Huff, KUBAN Reunion Co-Chair at kubanreunionweekend@gmail.com.
Join KU Black Alumni Network leadership by checking in for the weekend. Come get your welcome packet and a small gift as we welcome you back to The Hill!
12–5 p.m.
Jayhawk Welcome Center, 1st Floor Lobby
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KU Black Alumni Network History Exhibit
See curated pieces from the Spencer Research Library archives that follow the dynamic history of the KU Black Alumni Network over the last 50 years, including the ongoing effort to advance Black representation and inclusion on KU’s campus.
Open during museum hours (10 a.m.–5 p.m.)
Spencer Research Library
Meet & Greet Kick-Off
6–8 p.m.
Jayhawk Welcome Center, Glorious to View Room
Registration
Join KU Black Alumni Network leadership by checking in for the weekend. Come get your welcome packet and a small gift as we welcome you back to The Hill.
11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Jayhawk Welcome Center, 1st Floor Lobby
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Kansas vs Missouri Football Game Pregame Tailgate
Join the KC Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi and the KU Black Alumni Network for an unforgettable game-day tailgate outside David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium! Enjoy great food, cold drinks, and even better company before heading to the game to cheer on the Crimson and Blue!
5 p.m.
The Hill outside David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium
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Kansas vs Missouri Football Game Watch Party
We get it—buying a ticket for this rivalry game might be really expensive. If you’re not able to make it into David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium, join KUBAN for a watch party as we cheer on the Jayhawks in the comfort of air conditioning!
7 p.m.
Jayhawk Welcome Center
KU Black Alumni Network Business Meeting
Join the leadership team as they share updates regarding the last four years of work related to the Network. Additionally, hear from President Michelle Wilson and President-elect Caleb Bobo as they share their vision for the road ahead.
8:30 –11 a.m.
Jayhawk Welcome Center, Summerfield Room
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Campus/Historic Sites Bus Tour
If you haven’t been back to campus in a while, this tour is for you! Join fellow Black alumni as we ride through campus and the Lawrence community, seeing historic sites from KU’s past and what has changed over the years.
11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Pick up at the Jayhawk Welcome Center
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Brunch w/ the Black Alumni Network
Sponsored by the Young Alumni & Student Programs Committee, join us for food, drinks, and fellowship at The Pub in the Jayhawk Welcome Center. This is an opportunity to socialize, connect, laugh, and have a great time. Food and drinks will be available, music will be playing, and college football will be on all TVs!
11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Jayhawk Welcome Center, The Pub
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KU Black Alumni Network’s Awards Gala
It’s time to recognize and celebrate KU Black alumni who are doing amazing things on campus and within their careers and communities. The Network will honor Emerging Leaders (alumni under 40) and present its premier award, the Mike and Joyce Shinn Leaders & Innovators Award, named after two outstanding KUBAN leaders. And after, the fun doesn’t stop! Join us for music and dancing as we enjoy the rest of the evening.
5-10:30 p.m.
Jayhawk Welcome Center, Berkley Event Space
Sunday Morning Worship
Our reunion weekend will conclude with a Sunday worship service and fellowship as we celebrate faith, friendship, and 50 years of shared legacy.
Sunday School – 9:15 a.m.
Worship Service – 10:45 a.m.
Ninth Street Missionary Baptist Church, 847 Ohio Street, Lawrence, Kansas
Stay connected! Join the KU Black Alumni Network Facebook group.
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Learn more about the KU Black Alumni Network at kualumni.org/kuban.
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