My KU Edwards Experience: Groups & Events

Groups & Leadership Opportunities on Campus

As a student at KU Edwards, your leadership development is important to us. We believe in helping you grow as a leader in the areas of teamwork, innovation, and advocacy. With many unique clubs to choose from, there is sure to be an option to fit your personal and professional goals.

• BSIT JayHackers Club - The BSIT JayHackers is the Information Security Club that meets on the Edwards Campus. To join email Chris Seasholtz at chris@ku.edu for more info. 
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Cabinet - Join KUEC faculty and staff to discuss and work on various projects on campus related to diversity and inclusion. Email vrodriguezmendez@ku.edu for more info.
• International Student Group - Interested in meeting other international students at KUEC? Join us to network and plan events for international students at KUEC. Email kuecservices@ku.edu for more info.
• KU Edwards Honors Program - Are you an undergraduate student looking to get more out of your educational experience and find a community of intellectually-driven peers? Designed for transfer students who may or may not have engaged with an honors program before, the KU Edwards Honors Program will challenge you academically, set you up for professional success, and recognize the great work you've already accomplished. Check out our home page and decide whether it is right for you!
• LGBTQ+ Group - Join us in trying to get this club off the ground! We would love to have you as a part of KUEC's first LGBTQ+ club on campus. Email arpope@ku.edu for more info. You can also join our channel in Microsoft Teams.
• Pre-Med Club - Are you a pre-med student and looking to connect with others on a similar path through professional development opportunities? Email griffin.schenk@ku.edu for more info. 
• Student Advisory Council - Do you want to have a voice on campus? Interested in planning events for fellow students? Join us! Email kuecsac@ku.edu for more info. View upcoming meetings and connect with us on social media HERE.
• Veterans Network - Veterans, this is the group for you! Meet other veterans at KUEC and participate in/help plan veteran-centered events! Email kuecveterans@ku.edu for more info.
• Multicultural Student Association - MSA is a bridge created to give students an opportunity to learn about and experience cultures and traditions from around the world. Our goal is to create a place for students to have a voice and share their culture. For more information, please email msakuedwards@gmail.com.
• Women's Weightlifting Club - Does lifting weights and working out interest you? If so, please contact Ashley Kalatusha to join the body-positive weightlifting club for KU Edwards women. Email ashleykalatusha@ku.edu to be connected to the club's president. 

Interested in starting your own group? Contact Ashley Kalatusha at ashleykalatusha@ku.edu. 

2023 - 2024 KU Common Book Information:

The Common Book for the 2023 school year is Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler. We will have copies on the KU Edwards Campus for students who wish to pick up a physical copy. You can also read the book online for free via the KU Libraries. KU Lawrence will have N.K. Jemisin is on campus to speak about the book on April 25th at 7:30 pm. Please refer to this page to learn more about the events we will host on the Edwards Campus. 

Parable of the Sower Livestream of N.K. Jemisin

• Date/Time: April 25th livestream begins at 7:00pm RSVP here
• Description: The KU Common Book program is coordinated by the KU Libraries, the Hall Center for the Humanities, and the Division of Academic Success. The Common Book for the 2023-24 school year is Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler. Butler, who died in 2006, was influential to the career of N.K. Jemisin, a fellow science fiction writer, and Jemisin also wrote the forward to the most recent edition of Parable of the Sower.
• Location: Regents Center Hawk's Nest 
• Hosted By: Student Services

Spring 2024 Events & Advantage Opportunities

Keep visiting this webpage for updated events! Follow KU Edwards Student Services on Instagram and Facebook to stay in the know! 

April

Gaypril Pronoun Button Pick-Up

• Date/Time: April 1st through April 30th
• Description: Stop by the Hawk's Nest the entire month of April and pick up your pronoun buttons! 
• Location: Hawk's Nest
• Hosted By: Student Services

Parable of the Sower Livestream of N.K. Jemisin

• Date/Time: April 25th livestream begins at 7:00 pm RSVP here
• Description: The KU Libraries, the Hall Center for the Humanities, and the Division of Academic Success coordinate the KU Common Book program. The Common Book for the 2023-24 school year is Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler. Butler, who died in 2006, was influential in the career of N.K. Jemisin, a fellow science fiction writer, and Jemisin also wrote the forward to the most recent edition of Parable of the Sower.
• Location: Regents Center Hawk's Nest 
• Hosted By: Student Services

Hawk Talks

• Date/Time: April 26th time 1pm to 4pm with networking to follow. RSVP here. 
• Description: KU Edwards is full of students who are actively participating in research. Hawk Talks is a day when students present their research via presentations and posters to industry partners.  
• Location: Hawk's Nest
• Hosted By: Student Services

May

Grad Gathering 

If you are graduating and need to RSVP call 913-897-8400. 

• Date/Time: May 1st 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm 
• Description: If you are graduating this semester, stop by Grad Gathering and enjoy snacks at this come-and-go celebration with your friends and family. RSVP needed. 
• Location: Regnier Hall Lobby
• Hosted By: Student Services

School of Professional Studies Commencement

If you are graduating and need to RSVP call 913-897-8400. 

• Date/Time: May 11th
• Description: The School of Professional Studies invites our graduates to attend the formal recognition ceremony for our fall, spring, and summer graduates. Keep an eye on your KU email for your invite and be sure to RSVP.
  • Undergraduate Commencement: Begins promptly at 11:00 am
  • Graduate Hooding: Begins promptly at 2:00 pm 
• Location: BEST Conference Center
• Hosted By: Student Services

Head to the Hill

If you are graduating and need to RSVP call 913-897-8400. 

• Date/Time: May 12th
• Description: Join KU Edwards and the School of Professional Studies as we celebrate you! Walking down the hill is an important tradition. Watch your email and this page for more updates about this celebration. 
• Location: KU Lawrence; more details to come. 
• Hosted By: Student Services

Please visit back soon for more events to be added!

The KU Edwards Advantage: 

The edge students need to boost employability, engage in civic responsibility, and strengthen skills through action.

The Advantages are the foundation of your KU Edwards experience and inform the events offered below. Attend all six Advantage events throughout the academic year for maximum benefit.

Download The KU Edwards Advantage flyer (PDF)

If you have questions or concerns about any event or need to request disability accommodations, please contact edwardsinfo@ku.edu or (913) 897-8400.