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Jan. 26, 2022

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Announcements

Save the Date: Spring Involvement Fair - Thu. Feb. 3, 4-7 p.m., MSU 218 and 223.

Reserve a Table for the Spring Involvement Fair - Student organizations can reserve a table until Fri. Jan. 28 at 4:30 p.m.

Washington D.C. Trip: Tickets on Sale - Tickets are on sale for the Washington D.C. trip sponsored by KUAB, OSI & the Multicultural Center. Tickets are available online. $10 per student.

Onsite Dental Will Be at KU This Spring - All patients who book between now and May 1 will receive a $15 electronic Starbucks gift card after their appointment! Text or call 484-284-9899 to schedule.

Looking for Summer Employment? - KU Office of Conference Services is hiring Conference Assistants. Apply Today.

Request a Tutor - Tutoring Request Forms are available on your MyKU account under Academic Services. Email if you have any questions.

Save the Date: JCPenney Suit Up Event - Sun. Feb. 6, 6-9 p.m. at JCPenney - Lehigh Valley Mall. Get up to 60% off professional clothing. Bring KU ID. Call 610-683-4067 for information.

Events

Thu. Jan. 27

Designing Your Career Path - 11 a.m. Learn to access the latest career info & resources and discover the value of career exploration in making informed career decisions via zoom

DSO (Disability Services Office) Info Session for Students - Learn more about sending and implementing your accommodations. Email for the Zoom link. 11-11:50 a.m.

An Evening with Comedian Carolyn Riley - Join the Office of Student Involvement (OSI) for Comedian Carolyn Riley and a special opening comedian at 7PM on Thursday, Jan 27 in MSU 183.

Fri. Jan. 28

Wrestling vs. UPJ - 7:30 p.m., Keystone Arena (Live Stats | Live Video)

Sat. Jan. 29

Swimming vs. Cedar Crest - 1 p.m., Senior Day, Keystone Pool

Mon. Jan. 31

Soft Skills: What Employers Want - 3 p.m. Employers want you to have soft skills. What are soft skills you ask? Communication, professionalism, critical thinking and many more.AF 101

Tue. Feb. 1

Brunch & Bingo with Student Government Board - Join SGB for FREE food, games, and prizes at our welcome back brunch! All students are welcome to attend this event in MSU 218 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Choosing a Major - 11 a.m. Explore myths and facts about majors and careers and how you can narrow down options to make the best decision for your future. AF 200

Senior Kick-Off - 11 a.m. Receive info to successfully find employment Walk away with the knowledge, resources and enthusiasm to finish strong at KU. via zoom

Wed. Feb. 2

Senior Kick-off - 3 p.m. Receive info to successfully find employment Walk away with the knowledge, resources and enthusiasm to finish strong at KU. via zoom

The Wrath of Ra: Virtual Escape Room - Join OSI for a virtual escape room experience for the chance to win awesome prizes. The event is on Zoom. Link can be found on ENGAGE

Open Hour With Provost - 3 p.m. in Old Main Concourse. Students are invited to drop by and chat with the Provost, Dr. Lorin Basden Arnold, during her open office hour.

Work Smarter, Not Harder - Time Management Strategies - AF 203 11 a.m. Learn successful time management techniques.

KU Student Success & Academic Excellence

Weekly Success Tip

Best Success Advice: Go to Class - Successful students go to every class. Use the KU Success Calendar to keep track of your class schedule as well as tests and assignments.