KU CIVIC ENGAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP

Jayhawks making a difference

KU Civic Engagement and Leadership is a student-led initiative sponsored by the Dole Institute and supported by student organizations and campus departments. Annually, these students work to ensure fellow Jayhawks engage in programs, events, leadership, and volunteer opportunities on campus and in the community. Take the first step towards being a leader in the Jayhawk flock by participating in the democratic process - take a moment to Be #VoteReady and check your voter registration or register to vote.

Veterans Memorials at KU

Honor veterans from the University of Kansas on Veterans Day (Nov. 11) and throughout the year by visiting memorials located throughout the university’s Lawrence campus.

On Memorial Drive

  • Vietnam War Memorial
  • Korean War Memorial

Campus Memorial Landmarks

  • Kansas Memorial Union (WWI)
  • David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium (WWI)
  • Memorial Campanile (WWII)

Dole Institute Programs and Events

Dole Institute Student Advisory Board

Tuesday, October 7 at 5:30 p.m.

Dole Institute Student Advisory Board members have the opportunity to get involved in community service, cultivate their leadership skills, make new friends, and much more. Open to students from all academic disciplines.

Pizza & Politics

Friday, October 24 at 12 p.m.

These free, student-only discussions at the Kansas Memorial Union on timely, student-driven topics feature insights from professional experts, leaders, and journalists from around the country. Plus, don’t pass up a chance for free pizza!

Volunteer Opportunities

Jubilee Cafe

KU Center for Community Outreach
Serve breakfast to in-need members of the Lawrence community at the First United Methodist Church (946 Vermont Street) on Tuesdays and Fridays from 6:15 a.m. to 8:15 a.m.

Concerned, Active, and Aware Students (CAAS)

KU Center for Community Outreach
CAAS develops advocacy programs, events, and activities to raise awareness of issues facing KU, Lawrence, and global communities.

Leadership at KU

Engage with student leaders at the University of Kansas by attending Student Senate meetings at the Kansas Union throughout the semester. Your participation makes a difference for all students!

Council Meetings

Finance Council
October 15 and 29 at 6 p.m.

Community Affairs Council
October 15 and 29 at 6:30 p.m.

Rights & Affairs Council
October 15 and 29 at 6:30 p.m.

General Assembly Meetings

October 8 and 22 at 6:30 p.m.

Choosing to Lead Effectively

Thursday, October 23 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

The Dole Institute is providing a fun Leadership Training opportunity, for KU students and organizations during KU Civic Engagement and Leadership Month. Learn more about why civic engagement is important and effective leaders make a difference. We will explore principles of effective leadership, including leading by being led, setting goals and being results-oriented, encouraging innovation, and having fun.

Tea @ Three

Thursdays at 3:00 p.m.
Sponsored by Student Union Activities

Who can say no to free tea and cookies? Stop by the Traditions Area of the Kansas Union on Thursdays at 3 p.m.

 

 

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The 2025 Civic Engagement and Leadership month is sponsored by the Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics.

Co-sponsors include the Center for Community Outreach, Dole Institute Student Advisory Board, Kansas Memorial Unions, Black Student Union, Student Legislative Awareness Committee, KU Student Senate, Student Union Activities, College Republicans, Young Democrats, National Pan-Hellenic Council, Multicultural Greek Council, and the Engineering Student Council.

 

 

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