Public Service is a Calling: How the KU MPA Fellows Program Helped Me Answer
Few programs prepare future public leaders like the University of Kansas School of Public Affairs and Administration. Ranked among the best in the country, including No. 1 in local government management, KU’s MPA program pairs rigorous academics with real-world experience that helps students…
College Town Essentials: Lawrence Coffee Shops and Study Spots
Need a new study spot? KU journalism student Juan Reyes has you covered. In this Jayhawk POV story, Juan highlights his four favorite coffee shops around Lawrence in his own words and through photos he captured himself as part of an internship with the KU J-School. Explore more Jayhawk…
Transferring Into Engineering at KU: Finding Opportunity, Flexibility and Community
For some students, transferring colleges is about finding a better fit. For KU sophomore Emily Messenger, it was about finding a place where she could fully explore everything she was interested in, both inside and outside the classroom.After spending her first year at a university in Boston, Emily…
Is Campus Safety a Concern? Here’s How KU Supports You from Day One
At the University of Kansas, safety isn’t just a system. It’s a community effort that starts the moment you arrive on campus and continues every day you’re here. From 24/7 police services to residence hall support and mental health resources, KU takes a proactive, people-first approach to…
Social Media Career Growth: A KU Alumna’s Path to Working with Global Brands
For many students interested in social media marketing jobs, the biggest question is where do I start? For University of Kansas alumna Katie Morris, the path to a social media career didn’t follow a straight line. It started with building confidence, leaning into creativity, and a willingness…
How to Pay for College Without Loans
Paying for college can feel overwhelming, especially if you want to avoid student loans. The good news is there are real, practical ways to make college more affordable, even if you’re paying on your own. You can pay for college without loans by combining scholarships, grants, part-time work,…
What the One Big Beautiful Bill Act Means for Graduate Students
Starting July 1, 2026, new federal student loan changes will affect how graduate students pay for school. If you’ve been researching graduate programs lately, you may have seen headlines about the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. There’s a lot of information out there, and not all of it is easy to…
What Is a Professional Degree?
A professional degree is a graduate-level credential designed to prepare students for specific careers that typically require licensure or certification. These programs emphasize applied skills, practical training and professional standards. Unlike academic degrees, which emphasize theory and…
How KU’s School of Business set me up for success after college
As a Supply Chain Management major, Drake made the most of KU opportunities designed for driven students, including the Business Leadership Program and Business Honors Program. Along the way, he gained real-world experience through internships, professional connections and the kind of career…
Wondering Where to Begin? With a Vision. KU Will do the Rest
This Jayhawk POV story was written by Mark Harley, a secondary education major focused on history and government at the University of Kansas. As a first-generation college student, Mark came to campus without a clear blueprint for success. He didn’t know exactly how college worked or what it…