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Announcement from Student Success |
Spring 2026 Applications for graduation are due March 2nd!
You must submit the application to graduate if you plan to graduate this spring.
Follow this link to submit.
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Color Film Workshop
10 AM | Chalmers 209
Learn to develop color film with the KU Photo Lab. Bring your color roll or just come to learn. No experience required!
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| KU Health & Wellness Symposium
2- 4 PM | Adams Alumni Center
The symposium will define today’s most urgent challenges in health and wellness settings and spotlight the innovations likely to shape patient care and healthcare environments over the next decade.
2:00 PM - Panel Discussion with Darin Daguanno (SmithGroup), Deborah Wngler (HKS), Christopher Ruder (University of Kansas Health Systems), and Dani Mai (Stantec)
3:30 PM - Refreshment Break
4:00 PM - Roundtable Discussion & Student Competition Award Ceremony
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Architecture & Design Career Fair
1:00 - 4:00 PM | Kansas Memorial Union 5th Floor Ballroom
Area employers from the architecture and design industries will be on campus to meet talented students like you. This is a unique opportunity to explore career paths, share your resume, apply for internships or jobs, and build valuable professional connections. Students of all majors and class levels (first year through graduate) who are interested in careers in the architecture and design industry.
Learn more about the organizations who are attending, view the event map, submit your resume, and more!
Plan to wear business professional or business casual attire. If you don't have these pieces of clothing - no worries, a clean and pressed pair of slacks, shirt and jacket or cardigan in neutral colors will do. A simple pair of shoes, like flats, boots or walking shoes will be fine.
Check out (206 Summerfield Hall) to build your professional wardrobe.
The University Career Center has several resources to support you in your job search, from narrowing down your list of ideal employers, to creating the perfect application materials, to making a great impression at your interviews.
University Career Center job search resources
KU Illustration Club Meeting
6 PM | Chalmers 507
The purpose of the KU Illustration Club is to create a welcoming environment that encourages curiosity, determination, and creative problem-solving. This club will provide students with resources that expand their education in the School of Design and create relationships with local Lawrence businesses. These resources will include visits to museums to study contemporary and historical artwork, professional studio visits, attending national illustration and animation conferences, portfolio review and development, and fostering uplifting interpersonal relationships with peers that carry on into professional careers.
Join the F.I.R.S.T. Game Night
6-7:30 PM | Capitol Federal Hall, Room 3011
Join KU FIRST for board games, snacks, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you’re competitive or just coming to meet new people, this is your space.
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| Pause 4 Pups
7:00 PM | Downs Apartments
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.
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KU Film & Media Studies Career Panel
10:00 AM | Maceli’s Banquet Hall, 1031 New Hampshire St
Panel discussion about careers in film and television production. Participants include KU alumni who have extensive experience as show runners, producers, VFX artists, and more.
See KU Film & Media Studies Instagram for more information and updates.
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| Paper Plains Zine Club: Fanzine February
1-3 PM | Lawrence Public Library, meeting room C
Now’s the time to reveal your crushes, obsessions, or things you just love! Fanzines are zines that focus on elements of pop culture or specific people that celebrate or examines what they do and who they are. They can really be about anything! So bring some fanzines you made to trade, or even some fanzines you’ve collected only for a show and tell. We’ll do both.
See more on the PPZF instagram
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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
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HOK KC Design Scholarship
HOK KC is offering a scholarship to all architecture, interior design, and interior architecture students entering their third year or higher in Fall 2026. The scholarship awards (1) $5,000 scholarship to a candidate to be used in support of academic and educational pursuits. The selection criteria are based on a combination of demonstrated passion for architecture and design, academic achievement, work samples, and participation in extracurricular activities. The top 3 applicants will be required to interview with the HOK Scholarship Committee.
Application Deadline: February 23, 2026
See application instructions & Apply
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
Apply
BWBR Portfolio Scholarship
BWBR is offering a $2,500 portfolio scholarship to 4th and 5th year students in a NAAB-accredited architectural program. Students should submit a completed application form along with their portfolio.
Application Deadline: March 15, 2026
Apply
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
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| 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
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
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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
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👁️ ICON13 volunteer opportunity
Baltimore, MD | July 2026
ICON The Illustration Conference brings together illustrators, designers, art buyers, reps, educators, and other creative types to celebrate the past, present, and future of visual storytelling.
Professor Sam Yates Meier is the Vice President of ICON13, and Professors Kent Smith and Matthew Cook will be Education Symposium Speakers this year!
This volunteer opportunity is open to undergraduate or graduate students, including those graduating in May 2026. To help keep the conference buzzing and operating smoothly, ICON relies on a team of student volunteers. Each of the ICON13 board of directors needs a team to help them execute all aspects of the conference, from setup, registration, check-in, office admin, bookstore, stagecraft, speaker concierge/wranglers, events, and more.
🎟️ Volunteers will receive a free conference ticket that includes all events and parties and will get to observe as much of the programming as possible.
Volunteers are responsible for their own travel and lodging in Baltimore & must be available July 14/15 through July 18, 2026
Deadline: Saturday, February 28, 2026
Apply & follow ICONconference on Instagram
KUltura Zine - Open Call for Submissions
ArcD’s studentled KUltura Initiative is now accepting work for its first test print. All students and staff in the School of Architecture & Design are invited to submit ideas, research, creative projects, writing, or any other type of media that contributes to ongoing conversations in architecture and design. KUltura aims to highlight student perspectives, build a collaborative network across the school, and offer an accessible space for sharing work and engaging in informal publication and critique beyond the studio.
The theme for this inaugural issue is “Beginning.”
“The beginning is the most important part of the work.” —Plato
Submit Work
Submission Deadline: March 12, 2026
Interested in being a part of the team? Fill out our interest form
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!
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👀 Check out KU Student Jobs!
Summer Internships
San Francisco, Seattle, New York | WRNS Studios
WRNS Studios is seeking interns who are curious, engaged, and proactive. They will assign work based on your skillset and specific project needs and will do their best to accommodate any specific goals you have for your time with them.
Application Deadline: February 28th, 2026
Learn more & 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
KU Design Camp RA Position
Lawrence, Kansas
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 School of Architecture & Design is hiring Resident Assistants (RAs) to aid with camp logistics and activities, including eating meals with campers and staying overnight in the residence hall.
Applicants must be available for the entirety of the camp, May 31 – June 6, 2026.
Application Deadline: March 2, 2026
Learn more & apply
Architecture Internship
Integration Design Group | Denver Colorado
This immersive internship is designed for students who are passionate about sacred architecture, classical tradition, and the craft of meaningful design. Interns will work alongside architects dedicated to creating enduring buildings that serve the Church and the public realm with beauty, order, and integrity.
Application Deadline: March 4, 2026
Learn more & 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
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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 Info & Apply
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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.
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Upcoming Architecture Alumni Symposium |
Diverse Perspectives from 25 Years of Practice: Class of 2001 Alumni Symposium
Friday, March 6, 2026 | 9:00AM - 5:00PM
This symposium invites students to step outside the academic studio for a day and explore building a life in architecture. Framed by members of the Class of 2001 and drawing from over 25 years of experience, alumni will share candid stories, practical insights, and lessons learned across a broad spectrum of career paths. Through panels, project showcases, and interactive sessions, attendees will build on the foundation of their studio experience to envision life after graduation including the opportunities, the obstacles, and the often-overlooked joys of practice.
Discussions will span early-career transitions, specialization, sector-specific work, soft skills, and the long arc of career growth. Whether you are a student preparing to enter the workforce or a faculty member supporting that journey, this symposium is designed to inspire, inform, and connect- complementing the academic curriculum with diverse perspectives that help illuminate the evolving landscape of architectural practice.
Review event details & session schedules
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STUDIO 804: Detailing Sustainable Architecture
Studio 804 is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 corporation that operates as a nine-month academic-year studio at the University of Kansas. It is a fully synthesized educational experience that focuses on the research and development of inventive building solutions to address the pressing issues that face the built environment. Over the last two decades, the emphasis has been on the future of sustainable design and how new and emerging technologies can be combined with passive strategies to create the type of zero energy, resource neutral buildings that are increasingly necessary.
This book provides in depth, detailed studies of the drawn and constructed methods developed by the Studio to help inform the industry as to how Studio 804 has produced sixteen consecutive LEED Platinum buildings to date.
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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