This special exhibit will be closing on February 1, 2026, to prepare for a new special exhibit. Make plans to visit the Dole Institute's Museum & Galleries, open Tuesday through Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., by visiting our website. A young Bob Dole, searching for a fuller recovery from grave World War II […]
Join KU Center for Community Outreach and the Dole Institute of Politics for our annual Trunk or Treat! Located in the parking lot of the Dole Institute of Politics, all are welcome to join us for games, activities, and candy! Come in your best costume for a scary good time!
The groundwork already is being laid for highly consequential 2026 midterm elections, as the two parties jockey over congressional redistricting, controversies over the Trump agenda, political violence and Democrats' search for a unifying message. We examine all the elements one year out. Jerry Seib has been a journalist with The Wall Street Journal for […]
The integration of the U.S. Armed Forces signifies one of the many adaptations the U.S. military conducted during the Second World War when it came to combat power and reconstitution. As of early 1945, the U.S. Army fielded integrated units as a result of the attrition on the Western Front, but shortly thereafter returned to […]
Reservations for this event can now be made online. If you prefer, you can make your reservation by calling the Dole Institute at (785) 864-4900 or by emailing us at doleinstitute@ku.edu. Reserve your spot → The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics invites you to join us in celebrating veterans of our armed forces […]
Wichita Mayor Lily Wu joins us to discuss the opportunities and challenges that come with running a city that aims to grow in sustainable and strategic ways. A former anchor and reporter, Mayor Wu has a unique perspective on public narrative and crisis leadership. Mayor Lily Wu was elected Mayor of Wichita, Kansas […]
This Dole Forum will focus on Croatia’s experience in public diplomacy in the United States and examine key aspects of U.S.–Croatia bilateral cooperation. The discussion will also offer perspectives on current U.S. foreign policy and Croatia’s priorities. H.E. Pjer Šimunović is Croatia's Ambassador to the United States since September 2017. Together with a […]
In this edition of The Counselors, attorneys and Dole Institute Visiting Fellows Ed Duckers and Pedro Irigonegaray will debate whether the Electoral College—the means in which the United States elects a president—should be abolished. They’ll be joined a panel of expert witnesses to debate both sides of the issue. This program will be moderated by Ava […]
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