There's No Place Like KU: Elsa Covi, Nebraska

University of Kansas student Elsa Covi poses with Baby Jay, the KU mascot, in a field of sunflowers.

Elsa has found a home at the University of Kansas, where tradition, spirit, and opportunity intersect. She wanted a school within driving distance but still far enough to be independent. A campus visit convinced her that KU’s spirit and sense of community made it the right place to grow…


There’s No Place Like KU: Sydney Wynia, Minnesota

University of Kansas student Sydney Wynia walks on the KU campus and smiles at the camera.

Sydney grew up in Lindstrom, Minnesota and didn’t have KU on her radar initially. She thought she’d end up on one of the coasts near mountains or beaches for the active lifestyle she loved. But when she visited KU in April of her senior year the decision became clear. One step on campus and she…


There’s No Place Like KU: Audrey Inman, Colorado

University of Kansas student ambassador Audrey Inman at a Hawk Week event.

Choosing a college is a big decision — especially if you’re coming from out of state. We sat down with Audrey Inman, an Honors accounting student from Highlands Ranch, Colorado, to hear why she chose KU, how she found her community, and what makes Lawrence such a special place to call home.Audrey…


What is Digital and Integrated Marketing Communications?

University of Kansas alumni Josh Carson works on a project in his Digital and Integrated Marketing Communications master's degree program

At the University of Kansas, digital and integrated marketing communications (DIMC) is more than just a buzzword. It forms the foundation of KU’s online master’s program in digital marketing, preparing students to deliver cohesive, strategic messaging across every channel — whether paid, earned,…


Building Futures: A Student Perspective on KU’s Studio 804

University of Kansas student Madeline Bachelor works on the interior of the 2025 Studio 804 build.

KU offers a five-year architecture program that students enter as freshmen, earning both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in a seamless, integrated path from undergraduate foundations to advanced, hands-on graduate work. In their final year, students can choose from several immersive design…


Chasing Purpose: How My European Adventure Fueled My Ambitions

University of Kansas marketing student Maren Rapp enjoys Paragliding over Interlaken and the Swiss Alps

My name is Maren Rapp. I am currently studying Marketing and working to obtain my professional selling certificate. When choosing KU, I learned the School of Business had an International Dimension Requirement. There were several ways to meet this, one of which was to obtain six credit hours…


Philanthropy and Service Unite KU’s Sorority and Fraternity Life

A group of sorority women pose underneath a sign for St Jude's Children's hospital during a philanthropy event.

Across KU’s four SFL governing councils, students are making a meaningful impact through fundraising, volunteering and championing causes close to their hearts. Whether they are planning a campus-wide service day or rallying support for a national organization, these Jayhawks are using their…


What can you do with a social work degree?

University of Kansas MSW alumna Sydnee Bradley sits at a desk in a classroom.

At the University of Kansas, the unique five-year Master of Social Work program allows students to earn both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in social work. This fast-track option creates a clear path to an incredible variety of rewarding careers. We sat down with three MSW alumni to learn…


Becoming a Jayhawk: Maria Molinari on KU, Community and Leading with Heart

University of Kansas student Maria Molinari poses for a headshot in her role with the KU Panhellenic Association.

As the Vice President of Philanthropy and Community Service for the Panhellenic Association, Maria is helping shape how sorority members connect with each other, with Lawrence and with the world. We talked with her about her journey to KU, the importance of community engagement and the passion that…


What can you do with a psychology degree?

University of Kansas Honors Engineering Advisor Emilee Girard (a psychology major who is now pursuing a master’s in public administration) chats with KU student Leah Pal in her office.

A psychology degree prepares students for careers that involve understanding human behavior, communication, and decision-making. Graduates often work in fields such as healthcare, education, business, research, and public service.Common career paths for psychology majors include:Counseling and…