Crimson & Blue Day

    All Day Opportunities

    Check out these ongoing activities, information, tours, and more happening throughout the day.

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

    KU Campus Dining

    All of our campus dining locations utilize the GrubHub app. We encourage you to order before you arrive to allow quicker pick-up times for our guests and students.
    • All-you-care-to-eat dining halls
      • Mrs. E's and South Dining Commons (7 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.) Show your event program to get $10/person!
    • A-la-carte dining options
      • DeBruce Center and the Courtside Café (8 a.m.-2 p.m.)
      • North College Café and CoffeeHouse (8 a.m. - 2 p.m., 4 - 5 p.m.)
      • The Market, Kansas Union (10 a.m. - 3 p.m.)
      • The Underground, Wescoe Hall, 1st Floor (10 a.m. - 3 p.m.)
    Go to dining.ku.edu for information on dining plans, menus, and dietary accommodations.

    University Housing Tours

    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

    Student Life & Support 

    Stop by for ongoing activities, information, and tours.
    • Air Force ROTC 
      • Come by to learn about the benefits and opportunities of joining the Air Force ROTC. Military Science Building, Room 8 (10 a.m.-3:30 p.m.) afrotc.ku.edu
    • Ambler Student Recreation Fitness Center 
      • Come tour the Ambler Student Recreation Fitness Center! 1740 Watkins Center Dr. (10 a.m.-2 p.m.) recreation.ku.edu
    • Army ROTC 
      • Learn about the scholarship, leadership, and career opportunities ROTC can offer you. Military Science Building, 2nd Floor, Room 204 (8 a.m.–3 p.m.) armyrotc.ku.edu
      • Dole Institute of Politics
        • Explore the museum based on the life and legacies of Senators Bob and Elizabeth Dole and view the world’s largest stained-glass American Flag window, discover the Kansas Veterans Memory Wall, and take a behind the scenes tour of one of country’s largest congressional archives. Staff will be available to assist and answer questions. 2350 Petefish Dr. (West District) (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.) doleinstitute.org
      • Financial Aid & Scholarships 
        • In addition to the Financial Aid presentations, you can stop by to visit with financial aid staff and ask any questions you may have. 1502 Building, 1502 Iowa St. (10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.) financialaid.ku.edu
      • Hawk Link
        • Visit the Hawk Link Nest to learn how 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). Summerfield Hall, Suite 130, 1st Floor Lobby. (11 a.m.-3p.m.) hawklink.ku.edu
      • Jayhawk Exploratory Advising 
        • Stop by to chat with the Exploratory Pathways team and learn how we can support you in exploring your major options at KU. Summerfield Hall, Room 351. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.) explore.ku.edu
      • Kenneth Spencer Research Library
        • Explore exhibits that highlight rare and unique items from Spencer’s remarkable and diverse collections. 1450 Poplar Lane, 3rd Floor (9 a.m.-5p.m.) spencer.lib.ku.edu
          • Note: The easiest way to reach Spencer is from Jayhawk Boulevard: walk through the Strong Hall rotunda and cross the terrace connected to the library. Additional accessibility information can be found on the "Visit" page of Spencer's website.
      • KU Biodiversity Institute and Natural History Museum
        • Home to four floors of public exhibits including the historic Panorama, live snakes and insects, vertebrate and invertebrate fossils, flora and fauna of the Great Plains and much more. Dyche Hall, 3rd floor entrance (9 a.m. – 5 p.m.) biodiversity.ku.edu
      • KU Hillel 
        • Stop by to hear about Jewish life at KU with bagels and coffee. 1121 Indiana St Ste C (10 a.m.-2 p.m.) kuhillel.org
      • Lied Center of Kansas 
        •  Come to your Lied Center of Kansas on West Campus for a behind-the-scenes tour, calendars of our spectacular season and information on student tickets and employment opportunities. 1600 Stewart Dr. (10 a.m.-5 p.m.) lied.ku.edu
      • Military-Affiliated Student Center 
        • Stop by to learn about our center, services and military/VA-related benefits for dependents, Guard/Reserve members, veterans, and active-duty military. Summerfield Hall, Room 345 (10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.) masc.ku.edu
      • Naval ROTC 
        • Come by to find out about what NROTC has to offer you through full scholarships, stipend opportunities, and more. Military Science Building, Learning Resource Center (9 a.m.-2 p.m.) kunrotc.ku.edu
      • School of Pharmacy Museum
        • Take a self-guided tour of the Pharmacy Museum featuring displays on milestones in KU pharmacy and a replica of an old-fashioned soda fountain.
          2010 Becker Drive, Room 2005 (West Campus)
          (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.) pharmacy.ku.edu
          • The best parking for the Pharmacy Building is generally found in yellow lots #214, 215, 224, 225, 302.
      • Sexual Assault & Prevention Education Center
        • Stop by the Sexual Assault Prevention and Education Center to learn how Prevention is Possible at KU.  Meet the staff and pick up some fun stickers. Burge Union, Suite 1030 (10 a.m.-2 p.m.) sapec.ku.edu
      • Spencer Museum of Art
        • Explore two floors of galleries featuring art ranging from ancient to contemporary. 1301 Mississippi Street (10 a.m.-5 p.m.) spencerart.ku.edu
      • Student Engagement Center Drop-In
        • The Student Engagement Center serves as a hub for student involvement, leadership development, impact programs and resources, and community programs. Sabatini Multicultural Resource Center and Kansas Union, Suite 400 (9 a.m. - 4 p.m.) studentaffairs.ku.edu
      • Study Abroad Drop-In Visits
        • Learn more about study abroad opportunities and how to internationalize your degree. Outside Lippincott Hall (weather permitting) or Room 105 (10 a.m.-4 p.m.) studyabroad.ku.edu

      Register Now
      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.