Crimson & Blue Day

    Welcome to KU!

    Let tradition show you what it truly means to be a Jayhawk on Friday, October 18th, 2024.

    Our annual Crimson & Blue Day is a campus wide open house event intended to give you a comprehensive view into all things KU. This all-in-one experience provides you with open access to our superior academic programs, student life and student services opportunities.

    Navigate through the pages above to find information about opportunities available all day long, campus tour times, parking instructions, and a campus map.

    We are constantly adding new opportunities to our Crimson & Blue Day schedule, be sure to check back often for the latest additions!

    Build Your Schedule

    Customize your day by attending only what you want. Based on your academic and extracurricular interests, you can pick from any of our offerings listed below. Learn more about our departments by clicking on their website listed after each offering. Please note that several are only offered once, and others are repeated throughout the day. 

    Planning to arrive after 10:00 a.m.? Utilize our check-in locations below to get your program and KU materials. 

    1. Jayhawk Welcome Center, 1266 Oread Ave. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
    2. Burge Union, 1565 Irving Hill Rd. 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

    If you need mobility assistance, please contact the Watkins Health Center prior to the day of the event to request mobility devices as the Office of Admissions does not provide these. The Watkins Health Center is located at 200 Schwegler Drive or you can call at (785)864-9500.


    If attending an 8 a.m. session, please be sure to check-in at one of the locations listed above afterwards.
    • School of Engineering Presentation & Tour
      • Stop by our state-of-the-art complex full of world class facilities and labs, to learn more about our programs, research, and opportunities. LEEP2, Atrium, 1st Floor. (Ends at 8:45 a.m.) engr.ku.edu

    We will scan your registration QR code to get you checked in for the day. Be sure to grab a bag and your event program. Head over to our event food trucks for some breakfast and coffee! Please note, there will be other check-in locations beginning at 10 a.m. at the addresses listed above.
     

    Hear a welcome message from our special guest and get an overview of the day with some helpful tips for exploring the Hill. Grab some breakfast and a drink at the food trucks located on the West side of the Lied Center!
     

    • School of Pharmacy Presentation & Tour
      • Tour the School of Pharmacy and learn about the KU PharmD program & pharmacy profession. Pharmacy Building, 2010 Becker Drive, Room 2040 (West Campus). (Ends at 10:40 a.m.) pharmacy.ku.edu
        • The best parking for the Pharmacy Building is generally found in yellow lots #214, 215, 224, 225, 302.
    • Admissions Presentation
      • How to apply for admission to KU, scholarships, and student involvement. Jayhawk Welcome Center, Berkley Family Presentation Room, 2nd floor (Ends at 11 a.m.) admissions.ku.edu/visit
    • College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Info Session
      • The College is the largest academic unit at KU with over 50 departments - come explore what awaits you in our majors and programs at the Heart of KU. Burge Union, Forum A & B (Ends at 10:30 a.m.) college.ku.edu
    • Department of Architecture Presentation & Tour
      • Learn about our Architecture and Interior Architecture programs. Tour studios and explore spaces designed and built by our students. Marvin Hall, The Forum, Room 216B. (Ends at 10:45 a.m.) arcd.ku.edu
    • Digital Marketing Communication, Advertising and Public Relations and Media Arts and Production Workshop, William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communications 
      • Looking Twice - Big ideas have the power to make us look twice — to discover something original, intriguing and unexpected. Digital Marketing Communication, Advertising and Public Relations and Media Arts and Production can teach you how to identify and harness big ideas to connect with various audiences. Stauffer-Flint Hall, Clarkson Gallery, 1st Floor (Ends at 10:45 a.m.) journalism.ku.edu
    • Financial Aid & Scholarships Presentation
      • Get information on how to apply for financial aid and the scholarships available to you here at KU. 1502 Building, 1502 Iowa St. (Ends at 11 a.m.) financialaid.ku.edu
    • Health Sciences Degree Program Presentation
      • Join us for information and a Q&A session about KU's Health Sciences degree and minors in nutrition, public health, and environmental health. Learn about potential pathways for completing the online program for third and fourth year students. Kansas Union, Malott Room, Level 6 (Ends at 10:30 a.m.) edwardscampus.ku.edu/healthsciences 
    • Health, Sport & Exercise Sciences Presentation from the School of Education & Human Sciences
      • Join us for a presentation and Q&A on KU’s Health, Sport & Exercise Science programs. Joseph R Pearson (JRP) Hall, Room 150 (Ends at 11 a.m.) soehs.ku.edu
      • KU Biodiversity Institute and Natural History Museum
        • Join us for a guided tour of the Natural History Museum and its most iconic exhibits, including the historic Panorama, Bee Tree, and Silvisaurus, and meet our new Krishtalka Director, Nico Franz. Dyche Hall, 3rd Floor Entrance (Ends at 10:30 a.m.) biodiversity.ku.edu
      • Major Exploration Presentation, Jayhawk Exploratory Advising Presentation
        • Meet the Exploratory Pathways team to learn how we can support you in exploring your major options at KU. Summerfield Hall, Room 351. (Ends at 10:45 a.m.) explore.ku.edu
      • School of Business Tour
        • Stop by Capitol Federal Hall to learn more about the top-40 ranked KU School of Business with current business undergraduates and staff. Please check in at the recruitment table. Capitol Federal Hall, Anderson Family Atrium, 1st Floor. (Ends at 10:30 a.m.) business.ku.edu
      • School of Engineering Presentation & Tour
        • Stop by our state-of-the-art complex full of world class facilities and labs, to learn more about our programs, research, and opportunities. LEEP2, Atrium, 1st Floor. (Ends at 11 a.m.) engr.ku.edu
      • School of Music Info Session
        • Learn about all the great opportunities KU School of Music has to offer from academic to extracurricular. We'll discuss majoring, minoring, joining ensembles, and opportunities for non-music majors. Murphy Hall, Swarthout Recital Hall (Ends at 11 a.m.) music.ku.edu
      • School of Nursing Presentation
        • Learn about your opportunities for success in KU's many nursing programs. Kansas Union, Alderson Auditorium, Level 4. (Ends at 11 a.m.) kumc.edu/school-of-nursing
      • St. Lawrence Center Drop-In
        • Stop by for coffee, pastries, and Mass (at 12:10 p.m.). Learn more about how you can join the KU Catholic family. Visitor parking spots are available in the St. Lawrence parking lot.  1631 Crescent Rd. (Ends at 12:30 p.m.) https://kucatholic.org/
      • University Honors Program Presentation 
        • Join us for a presentation on applying to and completing the University Honors Program. Kansas Union, Big 12 Room, Level 5. (Ends at 11 a.m.) honors.ku.edu/explore
      • College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Majors Fair
        • The College is the largest academic unit at KU with over 50 departments - come explore what awaits you in our majors and programs in the Heart of KU. Burge Union, Forum C & D (Ends at 1 p.m.) college.ku.edu
      • Exploring Health Pathways Presentation
        • Did you know that KU offers students the ability to prepare for 14 different career pathways in the health care field? Join representatives from the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, School of Health Professions, and the School of Nursing as they discuss what you’ll need to complete to prepare for a career in healthcare and how to find the one that is right for you. Kansas Union, Woodruff Auditorium, Level 5 (Ends at 11 a.m.) 
      • Health Sciences Degree Program Presentation
        • Join us for information and a Q&A session about KU's Health Sciences degree and minors in nutrition, public health, and environmental health. Learn about potential pathways for completing the online program for third and fourth year students. Kansas Union, Malott Room, Level 6 (Ends at 11 a.m.) edwardscampus.ku.edu/healthsciences 
      • School of Business Tour
        • Stop by Capitol Federal Hall to learn more about the top-40 ranked KU School of Business with current business undergraduates and staff. Please check in at the recruitment table. Capitol Federal Hall, Anderson Family Atrium, 1st Floor (Ends at 11 a.m.) business.ku.edu
      • School of Social Welfare Presentation
        • Stop by for snacks and a short information session and Q&A about becoming a mental health therapist. Twente Hall, Room 315 (Ends at 11:30 a.m.) socwel.ku.edu
      • St. Lawrence Catholic Campus Center Drop-In
        • Stop by for coffee, pastries, and Mass (at 12:10 p.m.). Learn more about how you can join the KU Catholic Family. Visitor parking spots are available in the St. Lawrence parking lot. St. Lawrence Catholic Campus Center, 1631 Crescent Road (Ends at 12:30 p.m.) https://kucatholic.org/
      • College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Majors Fair
        • The College is the largest academic unit at KU with over 50 departments - come explore what awaits you in our majors and programs in the Heart of KU. Burge Union, Forum C & D (Ends at 1 p.m.) college.ku.edu
      • Criminal Justice Presentation
        • Join us to hear about the *NEW* KU Criminal Justice Program, including concentrations, "Jayhawk Justice", research opportunities, the honor society, study abroad in London, and MORE! Criminal Justice is offered both in-person in Lawrence for freshman and transfer students, as well as fully online for degree completion students. Jayhawk Welcome Center, Summerfield Room, 1st Floor (Ends at 11:45 a.m.) edwardscampus.ku.edu/criminal-justice
      • Department of Design Presentation & Tour
        • Learn about our programs in Animation, Illustration, Industrial Design, Interaction Design, and Visual Communication Design. Tour studios and see award-winning student work. Marvin Hall, The Forum, Room 216B. (Ends at 11:45 a.m.) arcd.ku.edu
      • Health Sciences Degree Program Presentation
        • Join us for information and a Q&A session about KU's Health Sciences degree and minors in nutrition, public health, and environmental health. Learn about potential pathways for completing the online program for third and fourth year students. Kansas Union, Malott Room, Level 6 (Ends at 11:30 a.m.) edwardscampus.ku.edu/healthsciences 
      • Health, Sport & Exercise Science Meet & Greet, School of Education & Human Sciences
        • Connect with faculty, staff, and current students. Joseph R Pearson (JRP) Hall, Room 150 (Ends at 11:30 a.m.) soehs.ku.edu
      • Intro to Transfer & Dual Credit Presentation
        • Get an overview and ask questions about your transfer and dual credits, AP, IB, and CLEP. Jayhawk Welcome Center, Berkley Family Presentation Room, 2nd Floor. (Ends at 12 p.m.) registrar.ku.edu/credittransfer
      • Major Exploration Presentation, Jayhawk Exploratory Advising
        • Meet the Exploratory Pathways team to learn how we can support you in exploring your major options at KU. Summerfield Hall, Room 351. (Ends at 11:45 a.m.) explore.ku.edu
      • Professional Performance Program Drop-in
        • Learn about the new Professional Performance program, where students can learn how to become content creators and entrepreneurs or take their athletic, musical, and artistic talents and turn them into a career. The program is offered in person on the Lawrence campus. Jayhawk Welcome Center, Lobby, 1st Floor. (Ends at 12:30 p.m.) Learn more about this program here.
      • School of Business Presentation
        • Stop by Capitol Federal Hall to learn more about the top-40 ranked KU School of Business with current business undergraduates and staff. Please check in at the recruitment table. Note: This presentation has a limit of 50 attendees. Capitol Federal Hall, Anderson Family Atrium, 1st Floor (Ends at 11:30 a.m.) business.ku.edu
      • School of Engineering Presentation & Tour
        • Stop by our state-of-the-art complex full of world class facilities and labs, to learn more about our programs, research, and opportunities. LEEP2, Atrium, 1st Floor (Ends at 12 p.m.) engr.ku.edu
      • School of Health Professions Presentation
        • Learn about our Health Professions programs including Respiratory Care, Health Information Management, Pre-PT, and Pre-OT, that are offered on the University of Kansas Medical Center campus. Kansas Union, Kansas Room, Level 6 (Ends at 12 p.m.) kumc.edu/school-of-health-professions
      • School of Nursing Presentation
        • Learn about your opportunities for success in KU's many nursing programs. Kansas Union, Alderson Auditorium, Level 4. (Ends at 12 p.m.) kumc.edu/school-of-nursing
      • St. Lawrence Catholic Campus Center Drop-In
        • Stop by for coffee, pastries, and Mass (at 12:10 p.m.). Learn more about how you can join the KU Catholic Family. Visitor parking spots are available in the St. Lawrence parking lot. St. Lawrence Catholic Campus Center, 1631 Crescent Road (Ends at 12:30 p.m.) https://kucatholic.org/
      • University Honors Program Presentation
        • Join us for a presentation on applying to and completing the University Honors Program. Kansas Union, Big 12 Room, Level 5. (Ends at 12 p.m.) honors.ku.edu/explore
      • William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communications Student Panel
        • Hear a fresh perspective from a panel of current students. Stauffer-Flint Hall, Room 100 (Ends at 11:45 a.m.) journalism.ku.edu
      • Explore student health and academic support resources from a variety of campus partners at our information fair. Jayhawk Welcome Center, Paul Adam Lounge, 1st Floor (Ends at 1 p.m.)​​​​​​
        • Counseling & Psychological Services
          • CAPS provides mental health therapeutic services to help KU Students thrive. Individual and group therapy are available to KU students as well as psychiatric services. We also offer several workshops related to various emotional, social, and mental health needs that are open and free to all KU Students.
        • Center for Orientation & Transition Programs
          • The Center for Orientation & Transition Programs oversees New Student Orientation, Hawk Week, and other transition programs designed to assist in your transition to KU.
        • Center for Service Learning
          • The Center for Service Learning is a resource for students interested in service, civic engagement, volunteering, and social change.
        • Hawk Link
          • Hawk Link serves as the access point to immediate support and connection to all Jayhawks while providing focused support to students who are first-generation, transfer or re-admitted and supported scholars (MSP Scholars, KC Scholars, HDF Scholars, Larson Scholars).
        • Health Education Resource Office
          • HERO provides tips & tools to KU students so they can make informed health decisions for themselves and their community.
        • Jayhawk Academic Advising
          • Learn about your resources for academic support from advisors.
        • Jayhawk Finances 
          • Jayhawk Finances empowers Jayhawks with the financial knowledge and skills needed to achieve lifelong financial stability and success. Our mission is to help KU students achieve lifelong financial wellness through education, guidance, and resources tailored to their unique needs and goals.
        • Naval ROTC
          • Visit our table to find out about what NROTC has to offer you through full scholarships, stipend opportunities, and more. 
        • University of Kansas Libraries
          • The University of Kansas Libraries provide world-class collections, the latest resources, and friendly assistance to researchers at KU and worldwide.
        • Watkins Health Services
          • Watkins Health Services provides quality healthcare for KU students.
        • Student Engagement Center
          • The Student Engagement Center serves as a hub for student involvement, leadership development, impact programs and resources, and community programs 
        • Student Support & Case Management
          • SSCM empowers all students to address and overcome barriers to achieve their educational and personal goals while at the University of Kansas.
        • University Academic Support Centers
          • Learn about how to access disability accommodations for students and how to access learning support for all students to boost your success. 
        • University Career Center
          • The University Career Center (UCC) offers a wide range of quality services designed to support and challenge students at all points on their career development path.
      • Premedical at KU
        • Interested in medicine, dentistry, optometry, veterinary medicine, or being a physician's assistant? Come join the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences as we explore what you can expect as a pre-health Jayhawk in the Heart of KU. Kansas Union, Woodruff Auditorium, Level 5 (Ends at 11:50 a.m.) prehealth.ku.edu
      • College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Majors Fair
        • The College is the largest academic unit at KU with over 50 departments - come explore what awaits you in our majors and programs in the Heart of KU. Burge Union, Forum C & D (Ends at 1 p.m.) college.ku.edu
      • Department of Visual Art Tour
        • Learn about our programs in Ceramics, Expanded Media, Metalsmithing/Jewelry, Painting/Drawing, Photography, Printmaking, Sculpture, Textiles/Fibers, and Visual Art Education. Guided tour of Chalmers Hall to see our extensive facilities, as well as studios, student work, and the current exhibition in the Edgar Heap of Birds Family Gallery. Chalmers Hall, Meet on 3rd Floor near Room 300, in front of gallery. (Ends at 12:30pm.) art.ku.edu
      • Financial Aid & Scholarships Presentation
        • Get information on how to apply for financial aid and scholarships at KU. 1502 Building, 1502 Iowa St. (Ends at 12:30 p.m.) financialaid.ku.edu
      • Health Sciences Degree Program Presentation
        • Join us for information and a Q&A session about KU's Health Sciences degree and minors in nutrition, public health, and environmental health. Learn about potential pathways for completing the online program for third and fourth year students. Kansas Union, Malott Room, Level 6 (Ends at 12 p.m.) edwardscampus.ku.edu/healthsciences 
      • Professional Performance Program Drop-in
        • Learn about the new Professional Performance program, where students can learn how to become content creators and entrepreneurs or take their athletic, musical, and artistic talents and turn them into a career. The program is offered in person on the Lawrence campus. Jayhawk Welcome Center, Lobby, 1st Floor. (Ends at 12:30 p.m.) Learn more about this program here.
      • School of Business Tour
        • Stop by Capitol Federal Hall to learn more about the top-40 ranked KU School of Business with current business undergraduates and staff. Please check in at the recruitment table. Capitol Federal Hall, Anderson Family Atrium, 1st Floor (Ends at 12 p.m.) business.ku.edu
      • School of Social Welfare Presentation 
        • Stop by for snacks and a short information session and Q&A about becoming a mental health therapist. Twente Hall, Room 315 (Ends at 12:30 p.m.) socwel.ku.edu
      • St. Lawrence Catholic Campus Center Drop-In
        • Stop by for coffee, pastries, and Mass (at 12:10 p.m.). Learn more about how you can join the KU Catholic Family. Visitor parking spots are available in the St. Lawrence parking lot. St. Lawrence Catholic Campus Center, 1631 Crescent Road (Ends at 12:30 p.m.) https://kucatholic.org/
      • College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Majors Fair
        • The College is the largest academic unit at KU with over 50 departments - come explore what awaits you in our majors and programs in the Heart of KU. Burge Union, Forum C & D (Ends at 1 p.m.) college.ku.edu
      • Criminal Justice Presentation
        • Join us to hear about the *NEW* KU Criminal Justice Program, including concentrations, "Jayhawk Justice", research opportunities, the honor society, study abroad in London, and MORE! Criminal Justice is offered both in-person in Lawrence for freshman and transfer students, as well as fully online for degree completion students. Jayhawk Welcome Center, Summerfield Room, 1st Floor (Ends at 12:45 p.m.) edwardscampus.ku.edu/criminal-justice
      • Department of Architecture Presentation & Tour
        • Learn about our Architecture and Interior Architecture programs. Tour studios and explore spaces designed and built by our students. Marvin Hall, The Forum, Room 216B. (Ends at 12:45 p.m.) arcd.ku.edu
      • First Generation Students: Intro to KU
        • Are you the first in your family to attend college and go through the college search process? Hear from our Community Engagement Initiative team as they simplify the process and review everything you need to know. Jayhawk Welcome Center, Berkley Family Presentation Room, 2nd Floor (Ends at 1 p.m.)
      • Health Sciences Degree Program Presentation
        • Join us for information and a Q&A session about KU's Health Sciences degree and minors in nutrition, public health, and environmental health. Learn about potential pathways for completing the online program for third and fourth year students. Kansas Union, Malott Room, Level 6 (Ends at 12:30 p.m.) edwardscampus.ku.edu/healthsciences
      • Major Exploration Presentation, Jayhawk Exploratory Advising
        • Meet the Exploratory Pathways team to learn how we can support you in exploring your major options at KU. Summerfield Hall, Room 351. (Ends at 12:45 p.m.) explore.ku.edu
      • Professional Performance Program Drop-in
        • Learn about the new Professional Performance program, where students can learn how to become content creators and entrepreneurs or take their athletic, musical, and artistic talents and turn them into a career. The program is offered in person on the Lawrence campus. Jayhawk Welcome Center, Lobby, 1st Floor. (Ends at 12:30 p.m.) Learn more about this program here.
      • School of Business Tour
        • Stop by Capitol Federal Hall to learn more about the top-40 ranked KU School of Business with current business undergraduates and staff. Please check in at the recruitment table. Capitol Federal Hall, Anderson Family Atrium, 1st Floor (Ends at 12:30 p.m.) business.ku.edu
      • School of Engineering Presentation & Tour
        • Stop by our state-of-the-art complex full of world class facilities and labs, to learn more about our programs, research, and opportunities. LEEP2, Atrium, 1st Floor (Ends at 1 p.m.) engr.ku.edu
      • School of Health Professions Drop-In 
      • School of Nursing Presentation
        • Learn about your opportunities for success in KU’s many nursing programs. Kansas Union, Alderson Auditorium, Level 4. (Ends at 1 p.m.) kumc.edu/school-of-nursing
        • St. Lawrence Catholic Campus Center Drop-In
            • Stop by for coffee, pastries, and Mass (at 12:10 p.m.). Learn more about how you can join the KU Catholic Family. Visitor parking spots are available in the St. Lawrence parking lot. St. Lawrence Catholic Campus Center, 1631 Crescent Road (Ends at 12:30 p.m.) https://kucatholic.org/
          • Student Housing Presentation
            • Join us for a presentation outlining on-campus housing options and student housing deadlines. Kansas Union, Woodruff Auditorium, Level 5 (Ends at 1 p.m.) housing.ku.edu
          • Teacher Education Presentation & Panel from the School of Education & Human Sciences
            • Join us for a presentation and panel on teacher education programs in the School of Education & Human Sciences. Joseph R. Pearson (JRP) Hall, Room 150 (Ends at 1 p.m.) soehs.ku.edu
          • Transfer & Dual Credit Help Room
            • Meet with Transfer Admissions staff to ask any questions you may have about transferring to KU. Jayhawk Welcome Center, 1865 Conference Room, 1st Floor. (Ends at 2 p.m.) registrar.ku.edu/credittransfer
          • College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Major Fair
            • The College is the largest academic unit at KU with over 50 departments - come explore what awaits you in our majors and programs in the Heart of KU. Burge Union, Forum C & D (Ends at 1 p.m.) college.ku.edu
          • Health Sciences Degree Program Presentation
            • Join us for information and a Q&A session about KU's Health Sciences degree and minors in nutrition, public health, and environmental health. Learn about potential pathways for completing the online program for third and fourth year students. Kansas Union, Malott Room, Level 6 (Ends at 1 p.m.) edwardscampus.ku.edu/healthsciences
          • School of Business Tour
            • Stop by Capitol Federal Hall to learn more about the top-40 ranked KU School of Business with current business undergraduates and staff. Please check in at the recruitment table. Capitol Federal Hall, Anderson Family Atrium, 1st Floor (Ends at 1 p.m.) business.ku.edu
          • School of Health Professions Drop-In 
          • Transfer & Dual Credit Help Room
            • Meet with Transfer Admissions staff to ask any questions you may have about transferring to KU. Jayhawk Welcome Center, 1865 Conference Room, 1st Floor. (Ends at 2 p.m.) registrar.ku.edu/credittransfer
          • Admissions Presentation
            • How to apply for admission to KU, scholarships, and student involvement. Jayhawk Welcome Center, Berkley Family Presentation Room, 2nd floor (Ends at 2 p.m.) admissions.ku.edu/visit
          • Criminal Justice Drop-In
          • Department of Design Presentation & Tour
            • Learn about our programs in Animation, Illustration, Industrial Design, Interaction Design, and Visual Communication Design. Tour studios and see award-winning student work. Marvin Hall, The Forum, Room 216B. (Ends at 1:45 p.m.) arcd.ku.edu
          • Department of Theatre and Dance Tour
            • Take a guided tour of the wonderful Theatre spaces, Scene Shop, Costume Shop and classrooms in Murphy Hall, followed by the Robinson Center to visit the Dance Studios. Murphy Hall, Lobby, near Room 317 (Ends at 2 p.m.) theatredance.ku.edu
          • Film & Media Studies Tour
            • Tour the Film and Media Studies facilities and equipment. Summerfield Hall, Room 230 (Ends at 1:30 p.m.) film.ku.edu
          • Financial Aid & Scholarships Presentation
            • Get information on how to apply for financial aid and the scholarships available to you here at KU. 1502 Building, 1502 Iowa St. (Ends at 2 p.m.) financialaid.ku.edu
          • Institute for Leadership Studies Drop-In Information & Tours
            • Stop by to learn how you can effectively engage in the process of leadership at KU. Malott Hall, Room 2010 (Ends at 4 p.m.) ils.ku.edu
          • Interior Architecture Studio Tour
            • Join us for a short walk down the hill to Malott Hall, home to our Interior Architecture studio spaces. Tour begins in Marvin Hall, The Flex Space, Room 216A. (Ends at 1:45 p.m.) arcd.ku.edu
          • KU Biodiversity Institute and Natural History Museum
            • Join us for a guided tour of the Natural History Museum and its most iconic exhibits, including the historic Panorama, Bee Tree, and Silvisaurus, and meet our new Krishtalka Director, Nico Franz. Dyche Hall, 3rd Floor Entrance (Ends at 1:30 p.m.) biodiversity.ku.edu
          • KU Planetarium
            • Explore the cosmos with the KU Astronomy group's new planetarium. Shows on a variety of topics presented by KU students and faculty. Slawson Hall, Room G174H (Ends at 1:45 p.m.) astro.ku.edu/planetarium
          • Multimedia Journalism Interactive Workshop, William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communications
            • Campus Expression - The free speech attitudes among American young people, whether they are in college or high school, is changing. Discover what national polls say about what your fellow students feel – and consider what it all might mean for people hoping to work in the media. Stauffer-Flint Hall, Clarkson Gallery, 1st Floor (Ends at 1:45 p.m.) journalism.ku.edu
          • Professional Performance Program Presentation
            • Learn about the new Professional Performance program, where students can learn how to become content creators and entrepreneurs or take their athletic, musical, and artistic talents and turn them into a career. The program is offered in person on the Lawrence campus. Kansas Union, Kansas Room, Level 6 (Ends at 1:45 p.m.) Learn more about this program here.
          • School of Business Presentation
            • Stop by Capitol Federal Hall to learn more about the top-40 ranked KU School of Business with current business undergraduates and staff. Please check in at the recruitment table. Note: This presentation has a limit of 40 attendees. Capitol Federal Hall, Anderson Family Atrium, 1st Floor (Ends at 1:30 p.m.) business.ku.edu
          • School of Engineering Presentation & Tour
            • Stop by our state-of-the-art complex full of world class facilities and labs, to learn more about our programs, research, and opportunities. LEEP2, Atrium, 1st Floor (Ends at 2 p.m.) engr.ku.edu
          • School of Music Tour
            • Explore the KU School of Music with a tour of Murphy Hall led by current students. Murphy Hall, Outside Swarthout Hall (Ends at 1:30 p.m.) music.ku.edu
          • School of Nursing Drop-In
            • Stop by for casual conversation with current Nursing staff and students. Kansas Union, Alderson Auditorium, Level 4 (Ends at 2 p.m.) kumc.edu/school-of-nursing
          • School of Social Welfare
            • Stop by for snacks and a short information session and Q&A about becoming a mental health therapist. Twente Hall, Room 315 (Ends at 2 p.m.) socwel.ku.edu
          • Sorority & Fraternity Life Presentation & Panel
            • Get an overview of SFL and hear from current students in a Q+A panel. Kansas Union, Woodruff Auditorium, Level 5. (Ends at 2 p.m.) kusfl.ku.edu
              • If you're unable to attend either of the Sorority & Fraternity Life offerings today, check out a SFL webinar on September 30th or November 18th. 
          • Spanish Admissions Drop-in
            • Información sobre la universidad de Kansas, oportunidades para involucrarse y el proceso de admisión. Jayhawk Welcome Center, Lobby, 1st Floor (Termina a las 3 p.m.)
          • Student Access Center Drop-In 
            • Learn about how to access accommodations for students with disabilities at KU. Kansas Union, International Room, Level 5 (Ends at 3 p.m.) access.ku.edu
          • Teacher Education Meet & Greet, School of Education & Human Sciences
            • Connect with faculty, staff, and current students. Joseph R Pearson (JRP) Hall, Room 150. (Ends at 1:30 p.m.) soehs.ku.edu
          • Transfer & Dual Credit Help Room
            • Meet with Transfer Admissions staff to ask any questions you may have about transferring to KU. Jayhawk Welcome Center, 1865 Conference Room, 1st Floor. (Ends at 2 p.m.) registrar.ku.edu/credittransfer
          • Transfer Students: Intro to KU
            • Get an overview of life at KU as a transfer student, the admissions process, and more. Jayhawk Welcome Center, Summerfield Room, 1st Floor (Ends at 2 p.m.)
          • University Honors Program Presentation
            • Join us for a presentation on applying to and completing the University Honors Program. Kansas Union, Big 12 Room, Level 5.(Ends at 2 p.m.) honors.ku.edu/explore
          • Criminal Justice Drop-In
          • Institute for Leadership Studies Drop-In Information & Tours
            • Stop by to learn how you can effectively engage in the process of leadership at KU. Malott Hall, Room 2010 (Ends at 4 p.m.) ils.ku.edu
          • School of Business Tour
            • Stop by Capitol Federal Hall to learn more about the top-40 ranked KU School of Business with current business undergraduates and staff. Please check in at the recruitment table. Capitol Federal Hall, Anderson Family Atrium, 1st Floor (Ends at 2 p.m.) business.ku.edu
          • School of Music Tour
            • Explore the KU School of Music with a tour of Murphy Hall led by current students. Murphy Hall, Outside Swarthout Hall (Ends at 2 p.m.) music.ku.edu
          • School of Nursing Drop-In
            • Stop by for casual conversation with current Nursing staff and students. Kansas Union, Alderson Auditorium, Level 4 (Ends at 2 p.m.) kumc.edu/school-of-nursing 
          • School of Pharmacy Presentation & Tour
            • Tour the School of Pharmacy and learn about the KU PharmD program & pharmacy profession. Pharmacy Building, 2010 Becker Drive, Room 2040 (West Campus). (Ends at 2:30 p.m.) pharmacy.ku.edu
              • The best parking for the Pharmacy Building is generally found in yellow lots #214, 215, 224, 225, 302.
          • Spanish Admissions Drop-in
            • Información sobre la universidad de Kansas, oportunidades para involucrarse y el proceso de admisión. Jayhawk Welcome Center, Lobby, 1st Floor (Termina a las 3 p.m.)
          • Student Access Center Drop-In 
            • Learn about how to access accommodations for students with disabilities at KU. Kansas Union, International Room, Level 5 (Ends at 3 p.m.) access.ku.edu
          • Transfer & Dual Credit Help Room
            • Meet with Transfer Admissions staff to ask any questions you may have about transferring to KU. Jayhawk Welcome Center, 1865 Conference Room, 1st Floor. (Ends at 2 p.m.) registrar.ku.edu/credittransfer
          • Film & Media Studies Tour
            • Tour the Film and Media Studies facilities and equipment. Summerfield Hall, Room 230 (Ends at 2:15 p.m.) film.ku.edu
          • Criminal Justice Drop-In
          • Institute for Leadership Studies Drop-In Information & Tours
            • Stop by to learn how you can effectively engage in the process of leadership at KU. Malott Hall, Room 2010 (Ends at 4 p.m.) ils.ku.edu
          • KU Planetarium
            • Explore the cosmos with the KU Astronomy group's new planetarium. Shows on a variety of topics presented by KU students and faculty. Slawson Hall, Room G174H (Ends at 2:45 p.m.) astro.ku.edu/planetarium
          • Professional Performance Program Presentation
            • Learn about the new Professional Performance program, where students can learn how to become content creators and entrepreneurs or take their athletic, musical, and artistic talents and turn them into a career. The program is offered in person on the Lawrence campus. Kansas Union, Kansas Room, Level 6 (Ends at 2:45 p.m.) Learn more about this program here.
          • School of Architecture & Design Tour of East Hills Design-Build Center
            • Just a 12-minute drive from campus, see where School of Architecture & Design students bring their designs to life in this 68,000-square-foot innovation space, the largest academic makerspace in the world. 3813 Greenway Drive. (Ends at 2:45 p.m.) arcd.ku.edu
          • School of Business Presentation
            • Stop by Capitol Federal Hall to learn more about the top-40 ranked KU School of Business with current business undergraduates and staff. Please check in at the recruitment table. Note: This presentation has a limit of 350 attendees. Capitol Federal Hall, Anderson Family Atrium, 1st Floor (Ends at 2:30 p.m.) business.ku.edu
          • School of Engineering Presentation & Tour
            • Stop by our state-of-the-art complex full of world class facilities and labs, to learn more about our programs, research, and opportunities. LEEP2, Atrium, 1st Floor (Ends at 3 p.m.) engr.ku.edu
          • School of Music Tour
            • Explore the KU School of Music with a tour of Murphy Hall led by current students. Murphy Hall, Outside Swarthout Hall (Ends at 2:30 p.m.) music.ku.edu
          • School of Social Welfare Presentation
            • Stop by for snacks and a short information session and Q&A about becoming a mental health therapist. Twente Hall, Room 315 (Ends at 3 p.m.) socwel.ku.edu
          • Sorority & Fraternity Life Meet & Greet
            • Meet students from the sorority and fraternity life community. Kansas Union, Parlors Room, Level 5 (Ends at 3 p.m.) kusfl.ku.edu
              • If you're unable to attend either of the Sorority & Fraternity Life offerings today, check out a SFL webinar on September 30th or November 18th. 
          • Spanish Admissions Drop-in
            • Información sobre la universidad de Kansas, oportunidades para involucrarse y el proceso de admisión. Jayhawk Welcome Center, Lobby, 1st Floor (Termina a las 3 p.m.)
          • Sports Media & Society Interactive Workshop, William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communications 
            • Press Conference in Action - Learn more about the purpose of press conferences, research and prepare interview questions for KU student-athletes. Stauffer-Flint Hall, Clarkson Gallery, 1st Floor (Ends at 2:45 p.m.) journalism.ku.edu
          • Student Access Center Drop-In 
            • Learn about how to access accommodations for students with disabilities at KU. Kansas Union, International Room, Level 5 (Ends at 3 p.m.) access.ku.edu
          • Student Housing Presentation
            • Join us for a presentation outlining on-campus housing options and student housing deadlines. Kansas Union, Woodruff Auditorium, Level 5 (Ends at 3 p.m.) housing.ku.edu
          • University Honors Program Drop-In
            • Stop by the Nunemaker Center for a quick tour and meet KU Honors staff & students. Nunemaker Center (Ends at 4 p.m.) honors.ku.edu/explore
          • Criminal Justice Drop-In
          • Institute for Leadership Studies Drop-In Information & Tours
            • Stop by to learn how you can effectively engage in the process of leadership at KU. Malott Hall, Room 2010 (Ends at 4 p.m.) ils.ku.edu
          • Financial Aid & Scholarships Presentation
            • Get information on how to apply for financial aid and scholarships at KU. 1502 Building, 1502 Iowa St. (Ends at 3:30 p.m.) financialaid.ku.edu
          • School of Business Tour
              • Stop by Capitol Federal Hall to learn more about the top-40 ranked KU School of Business with current business undergraduates and staff. Please check in at the recruitment table. Capitol Federal Hall, Anderson Family Atrium, 1st Floor. (Ends at 3 p.m.) business.ku.edu
            • School of Music Drop-In Tours
              • Explore the KU School of Music with a tour of Murphy Hall led by current students. Murphy Hall, Outside Swarthout Hall (Ends at 3 p.m.) music.ku.edu
            • Spanish Admissions Drop-in
              • Información sobre la universidad de Kansas, oportunidades para involucrarse y el proceso de admisión. Jayhawk Welcome Center, Lobby, 1st Floor (Termina a las 3 p.m.)
            • Student Access Center Drop-In 
              • Learn about how to access accommodations for students with disabilities at KU. Kansas Union, International Room, Level 5 (Ends at 3 p.m.) access.ku.edu
            • University Honors Program Drop-In
              • Stop by the Nunemaker Center for a quick tour and meet KU Honors staff & students. Nunemaker Center (Ends at 4 p.m.) honors.ku.edu/explore
            • Institute for Leadership Studies Drop-In Information & Tours
              • Stop by to learn how you can effectively engage in the process of leadership at KU. Malott Hall, Room 2010 (Ends at 4 p.m.) ils.ku.edu
            • KU Planetarium
              • Explore the cosmos with the KU Astronomy group's new planetarium. Shows on a variety of topics presented by KU students and faculty. Slawson Hall, Room G174H (Ends at 3:45 p.m.) astro.ku.edu/planetarium
            • School of Architecture & Design Tour of Center for Design Research
              • Join us for a tour of our Center for Design Research (CDR), where our students conceptualize and develop new consumer products and services using cutting-edge smart technologies. Located on KU’s West Campus, CDR facilities are housed within a repurposed historic stone barn and farmhouse, and a LEED Platinum-certified building completed by KU Studio 804 design-build students. 2544 Westbrook Circle. (Ends at 3:45 p.m.) arcd.ku.edu
            • School of Business Presentation
              • Stop by Capitol Federal Hall to learn more about the top-40 ranked KU School of Business with current business undergraduates and staff. Please check in at the recruitment table. Note: This presentation has a limit of 50 attendees. Capitol Federal Hall, Anderson Family Atrium, 1st Floor. (Ends at 3:30 p.m.) business.ku.edu
            • School of Engineering Presentation & Tour
              • Stop by our state-of-the-art complex full of world class facilities and labs, to learn more about our programs, research, and opportunities. LEEP2, Atrium, 1st Floor (Ends at 4 p.m.) engr.ku.edu
            • University Honors Program Drop-In 
              • Stop by the Nunemaker Center for a quick tour and meet KU Honors staff & students. Nunemaker Center (Ends at 4 p.m.) honors.ku.edu/explore
            • Institute for Leadership Studies Drop-In Information & Tours
              • Stop by to learn how you can effectively engage in the process of leadership at KU. Malott Hall, Room 2010 (Ends at 4 p.m.) ils.ku.edu
            • University Honors Program Drop-In 
              • Stop by the Nunemaker Center for a quick tour and meet KU Honors staff & students. Nunemaker Center (Ends at 4 p.m.) honors.ku.edu/explore
            • KU Biodiversity Institute and Natural History Museum
              • Join us for a guided tour of the Natural History Museum and its most iconic exhibits, including the historic Panorama, Bee Tree, and Silvisaurus, and meet our new Krishtalka Director, Nico Franz. Dyche Hall, 3rd Floor Entrance (Ends at 4:30 p.m.) biodiversity.ku.edu

            Stop by these on-campus housing options between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Tours will begin every 30 minutes at the front desk for each community unless noted below.

            • Corbin Hall
            • Downs Hall
            • Ellsworth Hall
            • Gertrude Sellards Pearson (GSP) Hall
            • Hashinger Hall
            • Lewis Hall
            • Naismith Hall
            • Oswald Hall Begin at Daisy Hill Commons
            • Self Hall Begin at Daisy Hill Commons
            • Templin Hall
            • Scholarship Halls Begin at the Crawford Community Center
            • Stouffer Place Apartments

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            for Crimson & Blue Day on Friday, October 18th, 2024

            Campus Tours

            Join our Student Ambassadors for a walking tour down Jayhawk Boulevard. All tours will leave from and return to the Kansas Union, Ballroom, Level 5. Arrive at least 15-20 minutes early for one of the tour times below.
            • 10 a.m. 
            • 11 a.m. 
            • 12 p.m. 
            • 1 p.m. 
            • 2 p.m. 

            Cheer on the Jayhawks!

            Purchase your discounted tickets here and experience an exciting Homecoming Football matchup – KU vs. Houston at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on Saturday, October 19th, 2024. You can buy tickets anytime leading up to kickoff. Ticket holders must purchase parking pass in advance of gameday.