State of the University 2012

The mission of the University of Kansas is to lift students and society far above by educating leaders, building healthy communities, and making discoveries that change the world. See how KU is fulfilling that mission, and learn about the university’s bold aspirations for being recognized as a top-tier public international research university in this 8 1/2 minute video.



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Read the video script | See more of KU’s goals and metrics | Tell us what you think | 2012 Chancellor's Report


How to get involved in KU’s future:

Bold Aspirations — Read the strategic plans for KU and the KU Medical Center

Changing for Excellence — Learn about this initiative to make KU more efficient with its resources

Far Above: The Campaign for Kansas — Contribute to the university’s comprehensive fundraising campaign

Jayhawks for Higher Education — Join fellow Jayhawks in advocating for KU


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