University Ceremonies and Special Events
University Ceremonies and Special Events helps introduce KU to the public in a friendly and welcoming way with proactive outreach efforts such as representation at the Kansas State Fair, the Wheat State Whirlwind Tour, Family/Band Day, and other campus/community celebrations.
May 17, 2009
The University of Kansas holds one formal commencement ceremony each year. The 137th Commencement of the University of Kansas will begin with a 2:30 p.m. procession of faculty, graduates and dignitaries along Memorial Drive, down Mount Oread, and into Memorial Stadium. Other school and department recognition ceremonies and open houses will complete a full weekend of activities culminating in the commencement procession.
June 7, 2009
KU hosts a yearly state recognition program for about 400 seventh-grade students selected for the Duke University Talent Identification Program. Duke TIP is a nonprofit educational organization that identifies and helps cultivate the talents of academically gifted youth. Selection is based on college entrance exams that are in the top 5 percent while the students are in middle school. Each youth honored receives a medallion in a ceremony
at the Lied Center.
Since 1997, 40 to 45 faculty and staff have boarded a bus at the University of Kansas in Lawrence for a "whirlwind" tour of the state in May. The Wheat State Whirlwind Tour endeavors to bring a select group of KU personnel into a closer relationship with Kansans through a five-day statewide tour. The 2009 tour has been canceled due to state budget restrictions.
Sept. 11-20, 2009
The fair provides KU with a unique opportunity to showcase who we are and how we serve the state. The KU booth is a popular stop during the Kansas State Fair in Hutchinson. Several volunteers from KU campuses in Lawrence, Kansas City, Kan., Overland Park and Wichita staff the booth during the fair's 10-day run. Approximately 300,000 people annually attend the Kansas State Fair.
Sep 26, 2009
Family/Band Day is a great opportunity for parents and families to visit with students and participate in activities across campus. Scheduled to take place in September, many events have been planned with assistance from a wide range of university departments and offices in order to make the best of your visit to the University of Kansas.
Every March KU employees travel to the Statehouse to promote dozens of university programs and KU before an influential audience of policy-makers and other state officials — many of whom are KU alumni.
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