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The Fall Application to Graduate is due on November 3rd. If you plan to earn your degree this fall, you must submit the application to graduate in Enroll and Pay by November 3rd.

Please reach out to nikkihammond@ku.edu if you have any questions. 

KU IDSA Milwaukee Monday 

11:00 am | Chalmers 350 

Join KU IDSA for this year's Milwaukee Monday! Featuring: lunch, raffle, demos and portfolio reviews. Events are spread throughout the day depending on your grade level; lunch begins at 11am in Chalmers 350 (senior studio). Be sure to dress to impress. 

Follow IDSA on instagram for updates

 

National Transfer Student Week Kickoff 

10:00am-1:00pm | Wescoe Beach 

Join the Center for Orientation and Transition Programs on Wescoe Beach to kickoff National Transfer Student Week! Stop by for giveways and to learn more about all the exciting events taking place to celebrate KU's transfer student population. 

Celebrate Kapila Silva’s (5th!) KU teaching award

 7:00 pm | Jayhawk Welcome Center

Excellence in teaching is central to KU’s mission and integral to the KU experience. With this in mind, each fall the university celebrates excellence in the classroom at the University Teaching Awards. Hosted by Chancellor Girod, this annual event celebrates winners of all of KU's annual teaching awards from the Lawrence and KU Medical Center campuses.

RSVP 

 

Fall Grad Fair

10:00am-2:00pm | Jayhawk Ink, Kansas Union 

Everything you need to prepare for Fall graduation in one place: 

🎓 Check out savings with our event exclusive Grad Fair Bundles 
🎓 Purchase your cap & gown featuring Jayhawk insignia and Jayhawk zipper pull 
🎓 Cap & Gown portraits on site; no appointment, sitting fee or obligation, online proofs ready within 2-3 days 
🎓 Order personalized graduation announcements/free shipping on Deluxe and Essential packages 
🎓 Special event pricing on official KU class rings ($379.00), promotional package deal, and jewelry 
🎓 Get Graduation questions answered, donate to the class gift, find financial and career advice for new graduates and more 
🎓 Enter the Grad Fair drawing for great prizes 
🎓  "Class of 2025" stoles are now available, place an order for yours today 

 

Flu Shot Clinic 

12-2:00pm | Kansas Union 

Watkins Health Services is offering this walk-in flu vaccine clinic for KU students, faculty and staff. The cost of the flu vaccine is $40. Please bring your health insurance card with you to the clinic to have your insurance billed. 

Art Workshop: Jewely making  

4-6:00pm | Chalmers 308 

Dive into your creative side at our Jewlery Workshop, guided by artist Taylor Mayne. Stop by for completely free fun and cute jewelry to take home with you! 

More info 

Fall Grad Fair

10:00am-2:00pm | Jayhawk Ink, Kansas Union 

Everything you need to prepare for Fall graduation in one place: 

🎓 Check out savings with our event exclusive Grad Fair Bundles 
🎓 Purchase your cap & gown featuring Jayhawk insignia and Jayhawk zipper pull 
🎓 Cap & Gown portraits on site; no appointment, sitting fee or obligation, online proofs ready within 2-3 days 
🎓 Order personalized graduation announcements/free shipping on Deluxe and Essential packages 
🎓 Special event pricing on official KU class rings ($379.00), promotional package deal, and jewelry 
🎓 Get Graduation questions answered, donate to the class gift, find financial and career advice for new graduates and more 
🎓 Enter the Grad Fair drawing for great prizes 
🎓  "Class of 2025" stoles are now available, place an order for yours today 

 

Studio 804 Info Session 

12:15pm | Marvin Hall, Forum Flex 

Join current Studio 804 students for an open Q&A session. This is a great chance to hear firsthand about the Studio 804 experience, how the program works, and ask any questions you might have about the process or life in 804. Topper’s Pizza will be provided afterwards.  

 

Brown Bag Book Club 

12:00-1:30pm | Watson Library, 325 

Love reading, talking about books, or just hanging out with fellow book lovers? Come join our weekly book club! We’ll dive into KU’s Common Book The Anthropocene Reviewed and also make space for whatever else you’re reading. Expect relaxed conversations, fun book-related crafts and games, and a welcoming space for anyone who enjoys stories in any form. 

 

Flu Shot Clinic 

12-2:00pm | Strong Hall 

Watkins Health Services is offering this walk-in flu vaccine clinic for KU students, faculty and staff. The cost of the flu vaccine is $40. Please bring your health insurance card with you to the clinic to have your insurance billed. 

 

Mocktails & Mingle 

5:00-6:30pm | Jayhawk Welcome Center 

If you’ve ever considered a career in Creative Arts and Design, you won’t want to miss this event. This informal networking event is the perfect opportunity to connect with working professionals and KU alumni from diverse sectors of the creative arts industry, including visual art, design, music, dance, photography, and more. Join us for an evening of appetizers, mocktails, and engaging conversation to hear about their journey from classroom to career.    

 At this event, you will have the opportunity to:  

🔸 Develop your network in career pathways interesting to you!   

🔸 Talk to professionals about their career journey and get advice   

🔸 Learn and practice important networking skills    

🔸 Connect with helpful on-campus resources    

This event is open to students of all majors and class levels (first year through graduate) who are interested in careers in the creative arts and design. 

Midwest Fall Fest 

5-7:00pm | Burge Union, Divine Nine Plaza 

Celebrate the season at Fall Fest, hosted by SUA, where cozy vibes, creative fun, and autumn treats come together for the perfect fall evening! Paint mini pumpkins and mason jars, enjoy carnival games and KU catering, and relax to live music from a local band as you soak up all things fall! 

IDSA Guest Speaker: Mason Umholtz 

6:00 pm | Chalmers 315 

Join IDSA in welcoming guest speaker, Mason Umholtz! 
 
"San Francisco-based Industrial Designer Mason Umholtz works at Intuitive, leading design initiatives and mentoring junior staff while shaping the future of robotic-assisted minimally invasive surgery. With over a decade of real world experience bringing successful products to market, Mason brings simplicity, joy, and the human touch to design." - masonu.com 

 

Matthew Morrison: Rhythms & Revelations 

7:30pm | Lied Center 

Matthew Morrison, known for his standout role as Will Schuester on Glee, is a dynamic performer whose charisma and versatility have captivated audiences for years. With a background in musical theatre, Morrison effortlessly blends his impressive vocal talents with a strong acting presence, bringing depth and charm to his performances. Recognized for his work on-stage and on-screen, he has been nominated for Tony, Emmy and Golden Globe Awards. 

Buy tickets here. 

Senior Session: Sacred Red Rock 

10:15-11:00am | Spencer Museum of Art, Lee Study Center 

Join Curator Sydney Pursel as she discusses the In’zhúje’waxóbe: Return of the Sacred Red Rock exhibition and multi-year project to rematriate the 28-ton red quartzite boulder to the Kaw Nation. 

 

Flu Shot Clinic 

3-5:00pm | Watkins Memorial Health Center 

Watkins Health Services is offering this walk-in flu vaccine clinic for KU students, faculty and staff. The cost of the flu vaccine is $40. Please bring your health insurance card with you to the clinic to have your insurance billed. 

 

KU Design Professional Lecture Series: Jeremy Vickery 

6:00pm | Wescoe Hall, 3140 

Jeremy Vickery is an artist specializing in light and color who works in film, television and video games. Credits include Assassins Creed, Brave, Cars, Fallout, The Incredibles, Inside Out, Ratatouille, Wall-E, Westworld, Uncharted and many more. Committed to demystifying the art and science of storytelling and visual communication, Vickery founded Lighting Mentor, a company that provides educational courses, workshops, and apprenticeship programs to students and other artists seeking to enhance their skills. 

School of Architecture & Design: Graduate Visit Day 

9:00am-12:00pm | Marvin Hall, Suite 200 

Join staff from the School of Architecture & Design to learn more about graduate programs that we offer, tour our facilities, and meet current students and faculty.

Registration required here. 

 

Countdown to Kickoff 

2-4:00pm | Crimson Corner, Daisy Hill 

Join from 2-4PM the day before every home game for 20% off Apparel and Gifts at the Crimson Corner on Daisy Hill! 

 

Kansas Volleyball Tailgate 

7-8:00pm | Allen Fieldhouse 

Rock Chalk! Celebrate game day with us at the Kansas Volleyball Tailgate on 10/24/25 from 7–8PM at Allen Fieldhouse! The first 75 students to visit the Hawk table will score a free food voucher, and everyone who stops by the SUA table will get a free Kansas Volleyball wristband. Come early, grab some game-day giveaways, and get hyped to cheer on KU Volleyball!  

Architecture & Interior Architecture Mock Interview Night

Wednesday, November 5 | 5:00-8:00 pm | Marvin Hall

The KU school of Architecture & Design will soon host the 12th annual mock interview night for architecture / interior architecture students. This event is designed to get you ready for the career fair in February. This is a great opportunity to practice interviewing and receive feedback from professionals in a low pressure, fun environment. Network with over 40 professionals representing firms from coast to coast.

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BWBR Scholarship

BWBR is offering two scholarships in the amount of $2,500 each, that are open to students who have completed at least 1 full year of study in an architecture, interior design or graphic design program.

• Submitted project should address design that advances equity in the built environment.

• Two winners will be selected, each receiving a $2,500 award.

Applications Deadline October 31

Info & Apply

 

Ageless Living Collaborative Scholarships 

Two $5,000 Senior Living scholarships for Interior Design students.  

Application deadline: Sunday November 2 

Info & Apply 

 

SOM Foundation 2025 Robert L. Wesley Award 

The Robert L. Wesley Award supports BIPOC undergraduate students enrolled in architecture, landscape architecture, urban design, or engineering programs in the United States. This year, three students will receive a $10,000 award in addition to a yearlong mentorship program that connects the students with leading BIPOC practitioners and educators.  

Application Deadline: November 13 

Info & Apply  

 

SOM Foundation 2025 Research Prize 

Two $30,000 prizes will be awarded to faculty-led interdisciplinary teams based in the United States to conduct original research that contributes to this year’s topic, “Exploring the Potential of Mobility Corridors.” 

Application Deadline: November 10 

Info & Apply 

 

Hart Howerton Travel Fellowship 

Deadline: January 19, 2026 

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. 

Apply  

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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. 

More information and apply here. 

 

Architectural Design Intern 

CRB | Kansas City, MO 

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. 

More information and apply here. 

 

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 information and apply here. 

 

2026 Acoustics Intern 

Threshold | Chicago, IL 

Threshold’s Acoustics Summer Internship is designed to provide a broad introduction to consulting practice from measurements and modeling to design reviews and client communication. Interns will gain exposure to real-world project work, balancing technical analysis with design collaboration, working alongside experienced consultants, taking on supporting tasks while being exposed to a wide range of project types and design phases. Candidates should be curious, detail-oriented, and eager to learn how acoustics shapes the human experience within the built environment. 

More information and apply here. 

 

Sustainability Intern 

dbHMS | Chicago, IL 

Our DataBased+ Studio team is seeking a Sustainability Intern. This role will support the engineering of systems for a variety of projects, creating designs for all kinds of spaces. Our dynamic work environment provides the perfect opportunity to advance your career while developing and fine-tuning your skills along with offering a supportive office culture, diverse workforce, flexible work schedules, and regular social events. At dbHMS, you will find everything you need for an exciting, challenging, and rewarding career. 

More information and apply here. 

 

Summer 2026 Internship – Architecture & Interior Design 

BCRA Inc. | Tacoma, WA 

We’re looking for motivated students to join us for our Summer 2026 Internship. This 8+ week program is designed to give emerging professionals hands-on experience in a collaborative design environment. Whether your focus is architecture or interior design, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to active projects, develop technical skills, and gain exposure to the professional practice of design. 

More information and apply here. 

🌾 As Grass Grows – Ten Years at Prairieside Outpost | Leedy-Voulkos Art Center

Through November 21

As Grass Grows: Ten Years at Prairieside Outpost is a group exhibition commemorating the first ten years of the Artist-in-Residence program at Prairieside Outpost in Matfield Green, Kansas. The exhibition features 28 visual artists and writers from across North America, including Photography professor Lilly McElroy. Each artist featured has worked on their creative endeavors in the remote and head-clearing expanse that is the Kansas Flint Hills.

 

🌊 Soundings: Making Culture at Sea | Spencer Museum 

Through December 14

Soundings: Making Culture at Sea explores how visual representations of oceans from different times and places across history have helped humans articulate questions and concerns that are political, cultural, and environmental.

 

➿ My Mother's Tongue Ties Me Together | Spencer Museum 

Through January 4

The Spencer Museum of Art is honored to host the Charlotte Street Visual Artist Awards exhibition for the first time featuring the selected artists for 2025: Noelle Choy, Hùng Lê, and Merry Sun. All three artists explore themes of cultural mythmaking, memory, and migration through a range of media.

 

🌞 Following the Sun | Spencer Museum 

virtual exhibition

This virtual exhibition organized by Spencer interns explores depictions of the sun and sunflowers in the collection.

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! 

 

FBD: Pickleball with a Professor 

The KU chapter of Freedom by Design would like to host a pickleball with a professor event; please provide feedback and let them know if you’re interested. 

Fill out interest form here. 

 

KU Study Abroad: Italy & Greece 

Winter Break 2025 | Dec 27 – Jan 18 

The University of Kansas School of Architecture & Design is offering a study abroad trip to Italy and Greece during winter break 2025. Led by Professors Francesco Carota and Gustavo Amaral, students will explore iconic landmarks and cultural sites while studying both classical and contemporary architecture in two of the world’s most historically rich regions. 

More information and apply here. 

  

SOM Global Shadowship Program

Multiple Locations | January 12–16 

Sponsored by SOM’s Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) - Arquitectos, Asian Alliance, NOMA, Pride, and Women’s Initiative groups, this week-long program offers an immersive professional experience, mentorship, and guidance to students of all backgrounds. The program is open to applicants who are planning careers in architecture, engineering, urban planning, graphic design, or interior design, and who share a passion for advancing equity, diversity and inclusion in the AEC industry.  

As a current undergraduate or graduate student in architecture, engineering, or a related design field, you will have the opportunity to gain a well-rounded perspective on SOM and the day-to-day experience in our studios. Through a series of lectures and events, representatives from multiple disciplines will share their experiences and expertise. 

This program will take place January 12 - January 16, 2026, and be held in-person in our studios.

Applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. EST on November 1, 2025. 

Apply here. 

How Design Makes Us Think: and Feel and Do Things 

Design is everywhere. It’s visceral. It’s intellectual. It’s emotional. While we often discuss the aesthetics of design, we don't always dig deeper into the ways design can overtly, or covertly, influence how we feel and act.  

In How Design Makes Us Think, AIGA award-winning graphic designer Sean Adams walks us through the power of design to attract attention and convey meaning. Through hundreds of examples across design principles, from graphic design to industrial design to architecture, Adams illustrates how design can inspire, provoke, amuse, anger, or reassure us, or subtly or consciously influence our thoughts and behavior. 

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

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