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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. 

Architecture faculty candidate presentations  

February 16 and 18 | Zoom 

Candidates for the tenure-track faculty position to lead Kansas City Urban Housing and Urban Design initiatives will make public presentations and participate in student question and answer sessions.

The agenda for each Zoom interview will be: 

1:00 PM: Candidates make public presentations showing their work, teaching philosophy and qualifications for the position 

3:00 PM: Students meet with candidates for Q & A session 

ASID Resume/Portfolio Workshop 

1:00PM | Malott 5024A 

Show some love to your resume with ASID at their annual resume workshop. Come sit down with upperclassmen and faculty to work on your resume or portfolio with Valentine’s Day snacks.  

KU Illustration Club Meeting  

6pm | 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 KU Illustration Club Discord

CEAS New Year Festival

6-8:30 pm | Kansas Union, 5th floor

Join the KU Center for East Asian Studies and our partners for an evening of festivities and friendship to ring in the Year of the Horse. Enjoy East Asian musical performances, dance, crafts, and more. There will be activities for children and adults alike. Bring the whole family! 

This event is FREE to the public, but giveaways are first come first served.

🧧 RED ENVELOPE GIVEAWAYS (First 200 attendees): area business coupons, fortune cards, and 3D printed horse pendants, and more.

🛍️ GIFT BAGS (First 50 attendees in traditional attire): red envelopes, candy, snacks, and more.

💫 ACTIVITIES and FUNDRAISERS: Hoo Hey How/Bầu cua cá cọp, button making, Nenga-hagaki (Japanese new year postcards), Chinese calligraphy, wish ribbon and fortune pouch making, dumpling wrapping demonstration, horse & cat origami, coloring, East Asian trivia, raffles and food fundraisers by student organizations, and more.

Read more about the event & view the schedule of performances

KU Design Professional Lecture Series: Jen White-Johnson 

6:00PM | Wescoe 3140 

Jen White-Johnson (she/they) is a disabled, neurodivergent Afro-Latina art activist and design educator whose work utilizes photography, zines, and collage art to explore the intersection of content and caregiving, emphasizing the redesign of ableist visual culture. Her work has been featured in Adobe, Afropunk, and PBS. White-Johnson ’s work has been collected by The Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture.   

RISO Zine Workshop with Jen White-Johnson  

1:00–3:00 PM | KU Colorbar, 203c Chalmers 

Join the Design Department for a risograph workshop led by Design Lecture series guest Jen White-Johnson! RISO is an affordable, efficient, and vibrant tool for printing zines, books, posters, and other works on paper. Sometimes referred to as a digital screen printer, the RISO uses analog processes to translate digital designs to paper one color at a time. Check out KU's RISO lab on Instagram!

This workshop is limited to 18 participants  

📧 Email samyatesmeier@ku.edu to sign up!  

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 

Society of Illustrators Student Scholarship Competition 

The 2026 Student Scholarship Competition is accepting submissions. This competition is now open to undergraduate students, educators, and department chairs who are interested in entering their student's work. All accepted artwork will be featured in the exhibition at the Society and will be reproduced in a full-color catalog that is distributed within the industry. 

Application Deadline: February 20, 2026 

Learn More 

 

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  

 

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 

 

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 

👁️ 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 

 

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 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 & Interior Design Summer 2026 Internship 

Kansas City | Hufft 

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

Learn more & 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. 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

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. 

📅 Save the date: The 2026 Architecture & Design Career fair is Tuesday, February 24!

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 The P.H.O.G. (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

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

😍 Sagmeister & Walsh: Beauty

In this groundbreaking highly visual book, world-renowned designers Stefan Sagmeister and Jessica Walsh set out on a mission: to find out what beauty is and the many ways that it impacts our lives. They turn to philosophy, history, and science to understand why we are drawn to beauty and how it influences the way we feel and behave. Determined to translate their findings into action, Sagmeister & Walsh show us how beauty can improve the world.

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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