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Recent Posts
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…