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Dole and Kennedy Institutes publish landmark report on funding of election administration
June 16, 2025 - News
LAWRENCE, KS & BOSTON, MA – A landmark report to be released on June 18 by the Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics and the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate finds that local election administrators consistently lack…
Sharing Slices and Exploring Public Policy: A Semester Recap of Pizza & Politics
May 16, 2025 - Features
by Nathan Binshtok | Pizza & Politics Coordinator …
Sen. Bob Dole and Immigration Policy Issue Change in the Republican Party
May 15, 2025 - Features
by Jack McGovern | Dole Archives Research Fellow …
Hemenway Award recipient Maddie Souser recognized by ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge for voter engagement efforts
May 12, 2025 - Features
by Jackson DeAndrea | Strategic Communications Coordinator …
Top Ten Reasons Why You Should Join the Dole Institute Student Advisory Board
April 18, 2025 - Features
by Ella Rhuems | Student Events Assistant …
Students produce multimedia journalism piece during bootcamp at CSIS in Washington, D.C.
April 16, 2025 - Features
by Kenna McNally | Student Advisory Board Coordinator and Marketing & Communications Intern …
Brinner: A Conversation on the Role of Social Media in Journalism
March 5, 2025 - Features
by Austin Christ | Student Outreach Coordinator …
Dole Institute Student Advisory Board members win University of Chicago IOP Policy Challenge
February 14, 2025 - Features
by Ella Rhuems | Student Events Assistant …
Gingerbread Leader the Dog and more at Watkins Museum’s Tails and Traditions event
December 20, 2024 - Features
by Julie Clover | Public Education Manager …
Encouraging Civic Involvement Through Pizza: A Semester Recap of Pizza & Politics
December 15, 2024 - Features
by Nathan Binshtok | Pizza & Politics Coordinator …
Dole Institute announces panelists for the 2024 Post Election Conference
December 3, 2024 - News
LAWRENCE, KS – The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas has announced panelists for the 2024 Post Election Conference on Wednesday, December 11. …
Beyond the Ballot: A recap of Jonathan Shorman’s discussion groups series
December 1, 2024 - Features
by Ella Rhuems | Discussion Groups Coordinator …
Partnership with pre-service teacher group presents at national conference
November 29, 2024 - Features
by Julie Clover | Public Education Manager …
Ed Duckers and Pedro Irigonegaray Named Dole Institute Visiting Fellows
November 22, 2024 - Features
by Audrey Coleman | Director, Dole Institute of Politics …
Former members of Congress discuss congressional service in the 21st century
November 20, 2024 - Features
by Braiden Bangalan | Discussion Groups Coordinator …
Dole and Kennedy Institutes announce funding from Election Trust Initiative supporting collaborative project
November 19, 2024 - News
LAWRENCE, KS – The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics and the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate have recently been awarded funding from the Election Trust Initiative for their
KU Center for Community Outreach hosts the 2024 Trunk-or-Treat event at the Dole Institute
November 18, 2024 - Features
by Travis Lamb | Public Educator …
The 2024 Election: A Journey Through the Eyes of a Student
November 14, 2024 - Features
by Austin Christ | Outreach Student Coordinator …
Visiting Fellows discuss structural democracy with SAB members
November 3, 2024 - Features
by Jacob McCarty | Discussion Groups Coordinator …
¡Vamos a Votar! Celebrating Civic Engagement at the 2024 Party on the Patio
September 27, 2024 - Features
by Ana Sofia Lahovary | Student Advisory Board Coordinator …
Dole Archives Launches New Online Resource to Access Digitized Materials
August 23, 2024 - Features
a Q&A with Marla Weaver | Assistant Archivist for Digital Initiatives …
Highlighting 2023-24 Student Award Recipients
July 31, 2024 - Features
by Kenna McNally | Student Marketing Intern …
We Can Build A Better Political Culture
July 15, 2024 - Features
by Audrey Coleman | Director, Dole Institute of Politics …
You’ve Got What it Takes to Make Our Politics Better: A Message to the Class of 2024
June 3, 2024 - Features
by Audrey Coleman | Director, Dole Institute of Politics …
Sustainability in Kansas: A Recap of Spring Discussion Groups
May 3, 2024 - Features
by Rachel Creighton | Discussion Groups Coordinator …
Engaging Minds and Appetites: A Semester Recap of Pizza and Politics
April 25, 2024 - Features
by Cas Casmus | Pizza & Politics Coordinator …
Lawrence community joins the Dole Institute for the 2024 Easter Egg Roll with Dole
April 25, 2024 - Features
by Greta Hayden | Student Archive Assistant …
Elizabeth Dole Secretary of Labor Papers Open for Research at the Dole Institute
March 31, 2024 - Features
by Sarah D'Antonio Gard | Senior Archivist and Head of Collections …
Dole Institute announces second half of spring semester programs
March 20, 2024 - News
LAWRENCE — The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas has announced the second half of its spring 2024 programming lineup, featuring a student-led program on the 2023 Kansas Speaks opinion survey, the annual Easter Egg…
Visiting fellows meet with students to discuss the state of fiscal policy
March 12, 2024 - Features
by Abbie Clements | Student Events Assistant …
Dole Institute announces 2024 Dole Lecture Honoree
March 7, 2024 - News
LAWRENCE – The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas has announced that Bill Kurtis, KU alumni, journalist, network news anchor, producer, and rancher will be featured at this spring’s annual Dole Lecture on April 16 at…
The White House Correspondents’ Brinner at the Dole Institute
February 28, 2024 - Features
by Allie Haggar | Student Advisory Board Coordinator …
Dole Institute discussions will address sustainability issues in Kansas
February 16, 2024 - News
LAWRENCE – The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas, in partnership with the Kansas Rural Center (KRC), has announced the four-part series of discussion groups to be moderated by Dole Institute Fellow Karen Willey this…
Dole Institute, Kennedy Institute launch initiative to strengthen America’s election infrastructure
February 8, 2024 - News
LAWRENCE — The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics and the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate have announced a collaborative initiative to promote investment in American electoral administration and processes. …
Dole Institute traveling exhibit, “The League of Wives,” extends its run at the U.S. Naval Academy
February 1, 2024 - Features
by Sarah D'Antonio Gard | Senior Archivist and Head of Collections …
Engaging students in political issues through pizza
January 29, 2024 - Features
by Cas Casmus | Pizza & Politics Coordinator …
Educator from Dole Institute speaks at Voices and Votes Smithsonian traveling exhibition around Kansas as special partner
January 15, 2024 - Features
by Julie Clover | Public Education Manager …
Dole Institute hosts family activities at Watkins Museum’s Tails and Traditions Holiday Festival
January 9, 2024 - Features
by Greta Hayden | Student Archive Assistant …
Dole Institute appoints Eric Pahls to Board of Advisors
January 8, 2024 - Features
by Jackson DeAndrea | Administrative Associate for Institutional Initiatives …
Hemenway Awardees help lead Dole Institute Civic Engagement Leadership initiatives
December 15, 2023 - Features
by Barbara Ballard | Senior Associate Director …
The 2023 Dole Institute Wrapped
December 14, 2023 - Features
by Jackson DeAndrea | Administrative Associate for Institutional Initiatives …
Dole Institute continues work on new NEH grant to expand online portal for congressional archives
December 13, 2023 - News
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Whirlwind: A Glimpse into Digital Democracy with Katie Harbath
November 27, 2023 - Features
by Raina Peter | Student Outreach Coordinator …
KU classes tour and learn from the Dole Archives
November 17, 2023 - Features
by Julie Clover | Public Education Manager …
Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm and the Creation of WIC
November 13, 2023 - Features
by Raina Hackett | Travel Grant Researcher …
KU Center for Community Outreach hosts annual Trunk-or-Treat event at the Dole Institute
November 6, 2023 - Features
by Julie Clover | Public Education Manager …
Dole Institute announces 2023 Elizabeth Dole Women in Leadership Lecture Speaker Katie Sowers
October 25, 2023 - News
LAWRENCE – The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas will recognize Katie Sowers at the 2023 Elizabeth Dole Women in Leadership Lecture. On Thursday, Nov. 30 at 7 p.m., the Dole Institute of Politics will welcome Sowers…
Dole Institute of Politics announces Visiting Fellow Katie Harbath
October 20, 2023 - News
LAWRENCE – The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas announces an opportunity to engage with Visiting Fellow Katie Harbath. On Thursday, Nov. 9 at 10 a.m., the Dole Institute of Politics will host Harbath to discuss her…
Dole Institute announces partnership with Kansas Rural Center
September 26, 2023 - News
LAWRENCE – The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas, has named its 2023-2024 Dole Fellow in partnership with the Kansas Rural Center (KRC), a state-based nonprofit dedicated to promoting the long-term health of the land…
Party on the Patio 2023
September 19, 2023 - Features
On Thursday, August 31, the Dole Institute Student Advisory Board hosted its annual kick-off event, “Party on the Patio.” This event, which occurs at the beginning of each academic year, is an opportunity for new and returning SAB students to…
A Message from the Director
September 11, 2023 - Features
Legacy, History, and Our Opportunity to Shape the Future …
Dole Institute of Politics awards 2023 archives research grants
August 31, 2023 - News
LAWRENCE – The Robert and Elizabeth Dole Archive and Special Collections at the Dole Institute of Politics has awarded two 2023 research grants. Dr. Michael Fortner has been selected for the Dole Archives Research Fellowship and Raina Hackett has…
Dole Institute of Politics and Bipartisan Policy Center announce partnership
August 17, 2023 - News
LAWRENCE – In honor of the 100th birthday of the late Bob Dole, U.S. Senator from Kansas, 1969-1996, and Republican Senate Leader, 1985-1996, the Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas, and Washington,…
The 2023 Easter Egg Roll with Dole
May 1, 2023 - Features
On April 8, 2023, the Dole Institute was proud to host our annual Easter Egg Roll with Dole—an in-person community event that invites families to participate in traditional Easter and civically themed educational activities. The event was held on…
Dole Institute celebrates distinguished Kansan’s legacy of finding common ground
May 1, 2023 - News
July 22 marks the centennial of Senator Bob Dole's birth and the 20th anniversary of the Dole Institute …
Discover with Dole 2023: Celebrate Kansas Day
February 6, 2023 - Features
The Dole Institute was proud to offer to the community our Discover with Dole event Celebrating Kansas Day! We kicked off Kansas Day 2023 with two weeks of interactive and family-friendly activities. The event ran from Tuesday, January 24 to February…
Dole Institute Announces Spring Semester Programs
January 31, 2023 - News
The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas has announced the continuation of its 20th programming year with a new slate of events for the spring semester. These programs are part of the Dole Institute’s…
Student Spotlight: Angela Davis
December 13, 2022 - Features
Pizza and Politics Student Coordinator …
From the Past, a Leadership Legacy for the Future
December 2, 2022 - News
Photograph by Eric Montgomery …
Dole Institute announces panelists for 2022 Post-Election Conference
November 30, 2022 - News
LAWRENCE — The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas announces panelists for its 2022 Post-Election Conference. …
Dole Institute Fall 2022 Girl Scout Events
October 14, 2022 - Features
The Dole Institute is excited to announce this year’s fall lineup of in-person and virtual Girl Scout opportunities. With a variety of workshops, girls can earn badges for Democracy, Celebrating Community, and Inside Government. …
Discover with Dole: Fall-ow the Leader
October 14, 2022 - Features
Come sit, stay, and play as we kick off our NEW family-friendly activities featuring the Dole family’s first schnauzer, Leader! The fun begins October 14 and runs through October 23 with museum hours Tuesday – Sunday, 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. …
Party on the Patio 2022
August 31, 2022 - Features
On Wednesday, August 31, the Dole Institute Student Advisory Board hosted their first event of the semester, Party on the Patio.…
Teachers gather for Civic Engagement Conference
August 2, 2022 - News
The Dole Institute of Politics sponsored the 15th annual Civic Engagement Conference for Kansas Government, History and Social Studies Teachers. The last two years were virtual due to COVID precautions. We were excited to meet in-person…
Students Attend Youth Civic Leadership Institute
August 2, 2022 - News
The Dole Institute of Politics sponsored the 17th annual Youth Civic Leadership Institute (YCLI), July 13-15. After meeting virtually for two years, due to COVID precautions, it was exciting to meet in-person. …
Dole Institute announces 20th anniversary programming
July 19, 2022 - News
The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas announces the start of its 20th programming year with a slate of signature events featuring world-class leaders, including two KU alumni. Announcement of these signature…
A Fabulous Fourth
July 18, 2022 - Features
The Dole Institute was proud to co-host the Lawrence Independence Day community celebration on Sunday, July 3, 2022. This evening event, which ran from 5:30 p.m. until the fireworks display began at 9:45 p.m., welcomed over 800 people, with 400 of…
Easter Egg Roll with Dole
June 24, 2022 - Features
The Easter Egg Roll made its return as an in-person community event this past spring on April 16, 2022. The event was held on the grounds of the Dole Institute of Politics and we welcomed almost 750 people, and of those attending, 400 were children.…
Dole Institute to Debut New Exhibition Featuring Story of MIA Soldier’s Wife
May 31, 2022 - News
LAWRENCE — The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas will debut a new original exhibition, “Missing, Then Action: An Army Wife Speaks Out,” in the Elizabeth Dole Gallery and Reading Room on June 14, with a public…
Dole Institute of Politics Award recipients
May 5, 2022 - News
In this special blog post, we focus on the extraordinary accomplishments of our 2021-2022 Student Advisory Board members. Supporting KU students is at the core of our mission. We’re so proud to honor these students at the conclusion of a great…
Visitor Advisory/ ADA Accessibility – Construction Anticipated to Begin April 25
April 18, 2022 - Features
Parking Lot & Sidewalk Closures:
…Dole Institute Announces Dole Lecture, Additional Spring Programming
April 4, 2022 - News
LAWRENCE — The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas has announced new upcoming programming in addition to its early spring…
Remembering Secretary Albright
March 24, 2022 - Features
In September of 2006, the Dole Institute welcomed Madeleine Albright, former U.S. Secretary of State. She spoke at the Lied Center, "An Evening with Madeleine Albright" in a program moderated by Dole Fellow Stephen Jacques, and appeared at a book…
Dole Institute announces initial spring 2022 programming
January 25, 2022 - News
The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas is pleased to announce its early spring 2022 programming lineup, featuring a variety of incredible speakers. This semester’s guests include a former U.S. Senator from Kansas, a…
Memorial webpage shares Senator Bob Dole’s life & legacy
December 20, 2021 - News
To learn more about the life and legacy of Senator Robert J. Dole, visit robertdole.org. The memorial site offers a glimpse into Senator Dole's legacy of leadership, photographs from his career and memorial…
Dole Institute to host virtual viewing of Senator Dole’s remembrance events
December 8, 2021 - News
While we continue to process the profound loss of Senator Robert J. Dole, we are heartened by the outpouring of kindness and compassion by his supporters across Kansas, the nation, and the world. …
A Statement on the passing of Senator Bob Dole from Director Audrey Coleman and Director Emeritus Bill Lacy
December 5, 2021 - News
Senator Bob Dole has left a tremendous legacy of service and leadership as a soldier, legislator, and statesman. …
Dole Institute debuts new exhibit: “Remembering Service, Sacrifice, Unity, and Victory: A National Memorial to World War II”
December 2, 2021 - News
The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics is pleased to debut a new exhibition, “Remembering Service, Sacrifice, Unity, and Victory: A National…
Dole Institute of Politics presents The Counselors
October 27, 2021 - News
On Nov. 17, the Dole Institute of Politics will debut The Counselors, an engaging series featuring two advocates arguing either side of an important national issue. In a cross between a courtroom trial and a debate, the two counselors will present…
Dole Institute Accepting Submissions for Newly Announced Kansas Veterans Virtual Memory Wall
July 28, 2021 - News
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Dole Institute to return to in-person programming this fall
July 28, 2021 - News
LAWRENCE – The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas has announced its fall 2021 programming lineup, featuring a wide array of journalists, authors, scholars and politicians. Additionally, after a year and a half of…
Dole Institute to host filmmakers, scholars, and leaders this spring
June 26, 2021 - News
LAWRENCE – The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas has announced its virtual programming lineup for the Spring 2021 semester. With the inauguration of a new President, the focus of the early schedule will be on the…
NEH Awards Dole Institute and Partners Funds to Build Online Portal for Congressional Archives
June 1, 2021 - News
LAWRENCE – The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas, in partnership with West Virginia University Libraries and the Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History and Education, will develop an online portal through…
The Dole Institute welcomes Senator Pat Roberts for special program
May 1, 2021 - News
LAWRENCE- The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas has announced that it will live-stream the fourth and final installment of its afternoon series inspired by the Voices from the Big First,…
Dole Institute to debut exhibit about Bob Dole’s early years in Congress
April 5, 2021 - News
The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas is pleased to announce a new exhibit, Voices from the Big First, 1961-1968, which will debut in the Elizabeth Dole Gallery and Reading Room on February 11, 2021, and will…
Statement regarding Senator Dole’s health challenges
April 5, 2021 - News
In light of Senator Bob Dole’s announcement today that he has been diagnosed with lung cancer, Dole Institute Director Bill Lacy has shared the following statement. …
2020 Post-Election Conference to Debut as Video Series
January 4, 2021 - News
LAWRENCE- The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas has announced that the biennial Post-Election Conference will debut as an eleven-part video series on the institute’s YouTube Channel. …
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