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Martin Luther King Jr. Day 

No scheduled classes 

Museum Selfie Day 

9:00 am- 5:00pm | Dyche Hall Natural History Museum 

Come warm up at the museum on Wednesday, January 21, for national #MuseumSelfieDay! We’ll have special selfie-stations set up for you throughout the museum’s galleries. Take a photo with a cutout of Charles Darwin, strike a pose as a water bear, or see if you can smile as wide as a T. rex! Share your pics with #KUNHM on your favorite social media platform. 

Winter Welcome: Mapping Our Journeys to KU 

12:00- 3pm | Spencer Museum of Art, Marshall Balcony 

Map the path that brought you to KU at this drop-in event. Explore artworks inspired by the journey of the Sacred Red Rock and enjoy a brief tour of “Iⁿ’zhúje’waxóbe: Return of the Sacred Red Rock” at 1:30pm. 

Cocoa & Careers 

11:00am -1:00pm | Summerfield Hall, 206 

Come meet your career advisor at the University Career Center for a cup of cocoa and learn about the variety of career fairs and networking events for the Spring semester.  

Waging Art: Artists and the Far-Right in the Global Culture Wars 

5:00 pm | Max Kade Center 

We often think of culture wars as battles over ideas and values. But what if they're really about jobs, funding, and institutional control? This lecture reframes the concept of "culture wars"—a defining feature of contemporary far-right politics—by examining how they operate within cultural institutions themselves. Instead of treating culture wars primarily as ideological clashes, I argue that they are material struggles over resources and institutional power between competing factions of cultural elites during periods of capitalist crisis. A reception with light refreshments will follow the talk. 

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“UnBroken” Film Screening & Conversation with the Director 

6:00 pm | Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics 

In honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day and the 81st anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz in 1945, the Dole Institute and the Lawrence Arts Center invite you to experience Beth Lane’s award-winning documentary, UnBroken. Following the screening, Lane will join Free State Film Festival founding director Marlo Angell for a brief question-and-answer session. 

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SUA Minifest  

5:00- 7:00 pm | Burge Union 

Kick off the start of the semester with Minifest in the Burge Union! Take a break from the winter chill and dive into face painting, magicians, caricature artists, and more. Bring your friends to snap photos in the booth, explore clubs and organizations, and enjoy a night full of fun, plus plenty of chances to win prizes. 

KU Health & Wellness Student Design Competition 

The faculty of the KU Health & Wellness program announce the 2026 Student Design Competition “Creating Healthy Environments Using Principles of Nature.”  

Students in both the architecture and design departments are encouraged to submit design solutions. Cash prizes of $1,000, $500 and $300 will be awarded to the top three projects. 

The winning designs will be presented at the Health & Wellness Symposium on February 23. Please refer to the attached flyer for the competition details. 

Submission Guidelines:  four 11” x 17” landscape PDFs 

Submission Deadline: 5:00 p.m., January 26, 2026 

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ArcD Professional Advisory Board Design Excellence Award 

The Design Excellence Awards recognize students who demonstrate exceptional design skills and creativity in 3rd- and 4th-year studio projects. Open to all areas of study. 

Submissions due: February 15, 2026 

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The 2026 AIA National Photography Competition 

The competition is open to all architects and architectural students across the country.  Top-awarded photographs receive a cash prize and included is the Student Award, specifically awarded to an entry from architectural student photographer.  Architectural Record is the Media Sponsor of the competition, and they announce all the recognized images nationally and display the top-awarded photographs at their booth at the AIA National Conference, which will take place in San Diego this coming year.   

Submissions due: April 15, 2026.   

Review guidelines and Apply 

Hart Howerton Travel Fellowship 

Named by Architectural Digest as “one of the Fellowship programs paving the way for the future of architecture,” the Hart Howerton Fellowship is open to undergraduate and graduate students in planning, architecture, landscape architecture, and interior design who will be entering their final year of study. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Fellowship, celebrating two decades of supporting future design leaders. Fellows have the opportunity to pursue independent travel and research on a topic of their choice alongside a summer internship in Hart Howerton’s New York or San Francisco office. 

Application deadline: January 19, 2026 

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Tillman Scholars Program 

This scholarship provides funding for tuition, books, and living expenses. For active-duty service members, veterans, and military spouses.  Learn more on the Pat Tillman Foundation website. 

Application deadline: February 1, 2026 

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Elizabeth Miller Watkins Memorial Scholarship

The purpose of the Elizabeth Miller Watkins Scholarship is to assist women students of outstanding scholastic achievement and demonstrated financial need in completing their college education at KU.

Amount: Awards of up to $2,000 per semester will be made to each recipient

Application deadline: February 15, 2026 

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The KC Ad Club Foundation Scholarship 

This opportunity is open to sophomores or juniors pursuing advertising, marketing, graphic design, or a related field. The recipient will be awarded a $2,500 scholarship, 1:1 mentorship, KC Ad Club membership, & tickets to events.  

Application deadline: February 28, 2026 

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2026 Gensler Opportunity Scholarship + Design Challenge  
Architecture students who will begin their final year in the Fall of 2026 are eligible to apply. Five $10,000 tuition scholarships will be awarded. 

Application Deadline: March 15, 2026 

Info & Apply  

Springfield Area Foundation for Architecture Scholarship 

Administered by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, applications are open for the 2026–2027 academic year. This scholarship awards a $900.00 scholarship for an undergraduate student entering third, fourth, or fifth year in Architecture. Must have GPA of 3.0 or above; submit transcript. Must submit a copy of driver's license, demonstrate financial need; submit FAFSA-SAI. Portfolio & Essay required.

Must be from one of the following Missouri counties: Barry, Barton, Camden, Cedar, Christian, Dade, Dallas, Douglas, Greene, Hickory, Jasper, Laclede, Lawrence, McDonald, Newton, Ozark, Polk, Pulaski, St. Clair, Stone, Taney, Vernon, Webster or Wright 

Application deadline: March 16, 2026 

Questions: email Holly Ritchison or Beth Hersh; or call 417-864-6199. 

See application instructions & Apply  

The AIA St. Louis Scholarship Fund 

The AIA St. Louis Scholarship Fund offers opportunities for students that are born or raised in the AIA St. Louis region and are studying architecture in their third, fourth, fifth year or performing graduate work at an NAAB accredited school of architecture (the University may be located anywhere in the US).  Students will be asked to complete and application and if they meet the criteria, we will contact them to schedule a personal interview between the applicant and the Scholarship Fund Committee.  

Application deadline: July 1st, 2026  

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Iⁿ’zhúje’waxóbe, Return of the Sacred Red Rock

Spencer Museum of Art | Through January 25

This exhibition tells the story of the rematriation of Iⁿ‘zhúje‘waxóbe, or the Sacred Red Rock, from the City of Lawrence, Kansas, to Kaw Nation through artwork created by local artists and Kaw tribal citizens. The Sacred Red Rock is a 28-ton red Siouxan quartzite boulder that holds immense cultural and spiritual significance for the Kanza people of the Kaw Nation. 

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BRR Architecture’s Annual Portfolio Review 

Prepare for the career fair and spring hiring season! BRR Architecture invites all architecture and design students to participate in their Annual Portfolio Review. 

Two dates are being offered: Thursday, January 29, & Thursday, February 5, both 2-4 p.m. on Zoom. 

Info & RSVP 

ArcD Student Organizations: Get involved! 

Get involved with student organizations to improve your educational experience! Learn more about ArcD Student Organizations here & keep in touch with them via social media! 

👀 Check out KU Student Jobs!

Summer Internship 

Multiple Locations | NBBJ

NBBJ is looking for talented individuals who are passionate about design, willing to take risks, and seek opportunities to work on high-performing teams. At NBBJ, interns are placed right in the heart of the design process, working side by side with design teams, tackling design challenges, contributing unique ideas, and understanding the pace of project deadlines and working with clients.  

Seeking current students who will be returning to their programs in the Fall of 2026 for full-time paid internships, lasting for a duration of ten weeks with opportunities for summer interns in Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Columbus, New York, Portland, and Boston.  

Application deadline: January 30, 2026 

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Design Internship 

Kansas City, MO | Willoughby

Summer in the Hive is just around the corner. Willoughby Design is searching for a Junior or Senior with a passion for brands and who ready to develop skills in a fast-paced agency with the best office dogs around.

To apply, send your resume and portfolio link to info@willoughbydesign.com Please use “Intern 2026” in the subject line. 

Application deadline: February 6, 2026

Design Camp Assistant Position 

KU Lawrence & Edwards Campus 

KU Design Camp is a pre-college summer program offered to high school students who are entering their sophomore, junior, or senior year and are interested in Architecture or Design. Students learn in hands-on workshops taught by KU School of Architecture & Design faculty. The residential camp option is held at the Lawrence campus, and the day camp option is held at the Edwards campus. The School of Architecture & Design is hiring a Design Camp Assistant to aid with camp logistics and activities, including preparing materials and supplies for upcoming camp activities, coordinating mealtime logistics, and assisting with additional duties as assigned.

Applicants must be available for the entirety of both weeks of Design Camp: May 31 – June 6 and July 6-10, 2026

Application deadline: April 1, 2026

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Inventory & Product Photography Assistant (Part Time) 

Lawrence, Kansas | Wide World of Finds

Lawrence-based Wide World of Finds is a growing online resale business specializing in curated secondhand and unique goods sold across multiple online marketplaces. The Inventory & Product Photography Assistant is primarily responsible for photographing inventory items and accurately storing and SKU-ing products, with additional warehouse and administrative support as needed.  

Compensation: $12–$15 per hour  

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Architectural Internship 

Kansas City, MO | CRB 

Launch your career with purpose at CRB. As an Architectural Designer Intern, you won’t just observe, you’ll contribute meaningfully to real-world projects that shape the future of life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our internship program is designed to immerse you in hands-on work, guided by industry-leading professionals who are passionate about mentoring the next generation of innovators. At CRB, you’ll gain exposure to cutting-edge design and construction practices, collaborate across disciplines, and bring fresh ideas to the table — all while building lasting relationships and experiencing our dynamic, people-first culture. 

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Architectural Design Intern 

Kansas City, MO | CRB 

CRB's nearly 1,400 expert professionals drive innovative, life-changing and life-saving solutions for manufacturers in the life sciences and food and beverage industries. We are actively seeking an Architectural Designer Intern to join CRB. Join our firm for an internship journey where you’ll dive into real-world project work, learn from industry leaders and fully immerse yourself in the CRB employee experience. This program is more than just an internship—it's an opportunity to grow, innovate, and make a tangible impact on how we do business. You’ll have the chance to work hands-on with cutting-edge projects, collaborate with peers and industry leaders, and contribute your unique perspective to spark meaningful change. 

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2026 Summer Intern - Architecture 

Duluth, MN | TKDA 

Are you an undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Architecture (BSArch) or a graduate student pursuing a Master of Architecture (MArch) degree? Are you looking for a hands-on learning experience where you can apply your classroom knowledge and contribute to real-world projects? If so, then consider joining our team this summer as an Architecture Intern! 

As a member of our team, you will work alongside Architects, Interior Designers, and Landscape Architects to provide assistance in preparing construction documents and specifications for a variety of projects within the educational, governmental, corporate, and industrial sectors right here in Minnesota and throughout the country.  

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Design and Drafting Internship 

Union, MO | Cochran 

Cochran is a growing civil engineering firm with 7 Missouri offices, offering services in construction administration, materials testing, architectural and geotechnical engineering, and land surveying. Serving both public and private sectors, Cochran's expertise spans municipal, commercial, residential, transportation, water/wastewater, site development, retail, planning, and interior design.  

More Info & Apply. 

🎨 Color for the Watercolor Painter 

Color for the Watercolor Painter by Tom Hill is a comprehensive guide to using color in watercolor, covering basic techniques, color theory, materials, and mixing, with step-by-step demonstrations for landscapes, florals, and figures. Originally published in 1975, it was revised and expanded, focusing on how colors behave in the unique, fast-drying medium of watercolor. The book explains how to choose palettes, create effects like distance and atmosphere, and use washes and glazing. 

The Hatch Reading Room, on the 4th floor of Marvin Hall, is here for you to de-stress, work on projects, take a break to read, and enjoy a quiet view of campus.

Open 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday.  📚 

Closed on Monday January 19 for MLK holiday 

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