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KU US Green Building Council Guest Speaker: Zach Molzer 

5:00PM – 6:00PM | Marvin Forum 

Zach Molzer will be presenting at the upcoming KU USGBC meeting, discussing his work at  Molzer Development. 

Multistudio’s m(ARCH) Madness Trivia Night 

5:30PM – 8:00PM | 706 Massachusetts St (Multistudio Office) 

It’s that time of year again! Multistudio’s annual architecture-themed jeopardy night of laughter, friendly (or not so friendly) competition, and prizes with KU ArcD faculty and students is happening on March 24th! Pizza and drinks will be provided. 

Pause 4 Pups 

7:00 PM | Hashinger Residence Hall

Come by and take a break with our furry friends from Loving Paws Animal Therapy! Through stress management outreach programs, we aim to provide KU students with tools for coping, healthy new habits, and a strong academic semester. We encourage selfies with your favorite pup! Use #Pause4Pups when sharing on social media and tag @kuhero_ on Instagram. 

KU Design Professional Lecture Series: Kellie Walters 

6:00PM | Wescoe 3140 

Kellie Walters is a Color and Materials Design Manager at Ford Motor Company. Her research generates critical design practice and forecasts speculative aesthetic futures considering the connections between humans, objects, climate, and technology. 

Spring Graduation Fair

10am - 4pm | KU Bookstore

Are you planning to walk the hill at the end of the semester? Find everything you need to prepare for graduation in one place:
🔹 Check out savings with our event-exclusive Grad Fair Bundles    
🔹 Purchase your cap & gown featuring Jayhawk insignia as well as degree-specific accessories   
🔹 Order personalized graduation announcements   
🔹 Purchase an in-stock diploma frame or order a custom frame
... & MORE!

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LibArt: Student Art in the Libraries

LibArt: Student Art in the Libraries is a year-long juried exhibition organized and sponsored by KU Libraries. Students from all majors and backgrounds are encouraged to submit their artwork for a chance to exhibit their work inside the libraries’ public spaces and win cash awards totaling $5,000.

Submission deadline: April 6, 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.   

Submission deadline: April 15, 2026

Review guidelines and Apply 

Chicago Committee of High Rise Buildings (CCHRB) Scholarship 

The CCHRB funds an annual scholarship program to support eligible students at any college or university program, with an alumnus who serves as a member of the committee. Areas of study which qualify include, but are not necessarily limited to architecture, engineering, construction management, and real estate. Graduate students are eligible; highly qualified senior and junior-level undergraduate students are also encouraged to apply. You must have at least one, and preferably two, semesters remaining. 

Deadline: March 31, 2026 

Learn more & Apply 

Kansas City Architectural Foundation Scholarship 

Kansas City Architectural Foundation awards more than $50,000 a year in scholarships to metro-area students pursuing a degree in architecture. Applications are due each spring and awarded at an annual ceremony in August. Scholarship application is posted on this page each year. These scholarships are funded through contributions to KCAF from generous companies, individuals, and organizations. 

Deadline: April 10, 2026 

Learn More & 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  

Apply 

ASID Dress for Success Clothing Drive 

Now – March 30th | Marvin 317 

Donate new or gently used clothing to the Interior Architecture materials library on the 3rd floor of Marvin Hall. Any gender clothing is accepted.

Contact Nisha Fernando with any questions. 

KU Freedom by Design: Paint a Bench

Student designers, submit your designs to help bring the FBD benches to life! Create your designs on the template digitally or print out and draw on top. Coloring sheets are also located around Marvin and Chalmers Halls.

Submit your design to FBD using the template attached by March 25th

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!

ArcD Student Ambassador

KU Campus, Marvin Hall 200

The recruitment team is hiring student ambassadors! Student ambassadors work weekly shifts where they give prospective student tours and answer questions. Training will begin in late spring.

Questions? Reach out to April Czarnetzki

Info & Apply

Graphic Design Student Intern: Academic Success Initiatives

KU Campus, Strong 150 

In holding this position on the Digital Media Team, you will receive mentorship from expert specialists, be provided with career relevant networking opportunities, fine tune your soft-skills and get hands on experience within the visual side on the marketing industry. This intern must be a creative and forward thinker, bringing new ideas to the table with the ability to collaborate and grow with their team. 

Application deadline: March 25, 2026

Info & Apply

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

More Info & Apply 

Architect / Emerging Architect – Rural Community Design

CES Group | Marysville, Kansas

CES Group, a multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, and surveying firm in Marysville, Kansas, is expanding its integrated Planning–Design–Build platform serving rural communities across the region. We are seeking a motivated Architect or Emerging Architect interested in design leadership within a collaborative design-build environment.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about rural architecture and community-focused design. While recent graduates are welcome, candidates should have some experience and a strong interest in becoming a licensed architect and eventually leading the firm’s architecture team.

Because our practice centers on design-build, we are looking for a collaborative professional who enjoys working across disciplines and engaging directly with communities to move projects from concept through construction.

Expressions of interest, CVs, and digital portfolios may be sent to:
Ms. Amy Holthaus – Aholthaus@cesgroup.biz

Web and Graphic Design Specialist

University of Saint Mary | Leavenworth, KS

FULL TIME POSITION that may be open to 4th year design students after graduation 

This position will be responsible for creating and editing a variety of content in support of university marketing efforts, including print and digital collateral. The position will work collaboratively with the marketing team to enhance the university’s visual identity.

Info & Apply

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. 

More Info & Apply

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. 

Architecture & Interior Design Summer 2026 Internship 

Kansas City | Hufft 

Hufft has open applications for both Architecture and Interior Design Summer internships. 

Learn more & Apply 

Street Nihonga: The Art of Jimmy Tsutomu Mirikitani

Spencer Museum of Art

On view until June 28, 2026

This exhibition features 145 artworks by Jimmy Tsutomu Mirikitani alongside photographs, documentary videos, and works from the Spencer's collection.

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Brush, Block, and Blood

Spencer Museum, Larry & Barbara Marshall Family Balcony

On view until June 28, 2026

This exhibition traces over a century of innovation through the work of three generations of women from the celebrated Yoshida family: Fujio, Chizuko, and Ayomi.

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The River of Time

Spencer Museum of Art

International artist-in-residence Ayomi Yoshida created this site-specific video work to accompany our spring exhibitions.

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Form & Flux

Spencer Museum, Ingrid & J. K. Lee Study Center

On view until August 23, 2026

This new installation in our Lee Study Center features contemporary Asian ceramics that blend centuries-old traditions with innovative artistic expression.

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🇯🇵 Japan Style 

Japan Style, written by one of the world's most respected scholars of Japanese art and culture, is an authoritative and wide-ranging visual essay on the aesthetics of Japan.It serves as a unique handbook that aids an understanding of Japanese culture through its architecture, arts, crafts, cinema, and literature. It gives an insight into the essence of Japanese culture, identifying its specific qualities and characteristics from ukiyo-e to Tadao Ando.

The author draws connections between art, religion, history, philosophy, and mythology, using the links to frame specific examples of Japanese cultural memes. The book features over 150 illustrations ranging from the traditional to thecontemporary. Japan Style is a perfect introduction to Japanese style and culture.

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.  📚 

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