Through our strategic plan, Jayhawks Rising, KU is committed to conducting broad and impactful research that addresses the key challenges faced by the state, nation, and world.

As part of a scholarly community, we encourage you to explore the many beneficial partnerships available at KU. The Office of Research supports the entire research mission, along with our University Research Centers, through which faculty pursue research, teaching, and community outreach on a broad range of topics. 

And, we have several opportunities coming up soon to help you get started! First, our How to at KU: Setting up Your Lab session will connect you with campus experts to discuss the steps and processes for establishing your lab. Join us on Thursday, July 24 from 10:00-11:00 a.m. (online). Also, in late September we will host our Early Career Foundations Fall Workshop, featuring several sessions to support early career research, scholarly work, and connect you more closely with the Office of Research. Stay tuned for more details on this event in the weeks to come! 

2025 Research Awards

See what some of your colleagues are doing here at KU - our research is truly top tier!

Kathryn Bigelow, Steven F. Warren Research Achievement Award

Jennifer Raff, University Scholarly Achievement Award

David Tell, Balfour S. Jeffrey Award in the Humanities and Social Sciences

See all 2025 University Research Awardees

The Office of Faculty Affairs centers our work on three values: care, community, and equity.

We appreciate the vast expertise and array of perspectives our faculty bring, as we celebrate faculty achievement in many ways. With care at the forefront, we help faculty navigate University structures and procedures and support their professional growth. We strive to empower faculty by offering engaging programming, revising policies to better meet their needs, and recognizing their unique contributions to the University. We are committed to continuously listening to faculty, improving our communication, and evolving in the ways in which we support our diverse faculty. Through care, we aim to create an environment where every faculty member feels seen, valued, and equipped to thrive.

What is KUOR?

KUOR stands for the KU Office of Research, which offers resources to support all facets of inquiry, exploration, innovation, and collaboration. 

Did you know KUOR has a newsletter? KU Discoveries keeps researchers up to date on research opportunities, events, and compliance and celebrates new KU research.

Have questions before the semester begins? Get a head start with our Drop-In and "How to at KU" sessions.

All summer Drop-In and OFA "How to at KU" sessions are virtual and will feature an expert(s) on the topic who is available to answer any questions you might have and help you get started in planning for your fall semester.

Join us for out next Drop-In session later this month and meet some of the Office of Faculty Affairs team! Bring any questions you might have about your faculty role at KU. No registration is required for Drop-Ins; simply join from Zoom. Need to install Zoom on your device? Visit here. 

Upcoming Drop-In sessions:

Wednesday, July 30 from 12:00-1:00 p.m. (CST) (come and go)

Drop In: The KU Faculty Experience (featuring the Office of Faculty Affairs)

If you are interested in our upcoming "How to at KU" sessions, please register ahead of time, so we can prepare!

Upcoming "How to at KU" sessions:

Tuesday, July 22 from 12:00- 1:00 p.m. (CST)

Thursday, July 24 from 10:00- 11:00 a.m. (CST)

Thursday, Aug. 7 from 12-1:00 p.m. (CST) 

How to at KU: Setting up Your Course with Accessibility in Mind

How to at KU: Setting up Your Lab

How to at KU: Setting up Your KU Benefits

Register for New Faculty Orientation by August 1!

Our New Faculty Orientation takes place over two days and serves as an opportunity to hear from campus leaders; learn more about KU’s students; and become acquainted with key units that support teaching and research, provide course design resources, help with grant writing and funding, and foster professional development. Most importantly, New Faculty Orientation will provide you with a chance to connect with each other. 

Additionally, we are hosting a New Faculty Orientation campus tour on the Wednesday morning (Aug. 13). Join us for coffee and donuts, and a guided tour to learn more about our beautiful campus.

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