For Reagan, KU has been part of the family for as long as she can remember. Her father earned his law degree here, and family trips back to Lawrence during her childhood planted the seeds for her own Jayhawk story. By the time she was 10, she had already told her parents she would go to KU one day.

Years later, after visiting other colleges, KU still stood out. It felt like home but was far enough to give her independence. The choice brought more than just distance from her hometown. It opened doors to leadership experiences, study abroad and a supportive community that helped Reagan grow.