Adams Alumni Center

10/10/2019

09/21/2019

We're excited to host KU Alumni Association Presidents Club donors for Game Day at the Adams today!

09/20/2019

Come join us for Home Football Friday sponsored by Truity Credit Union! Show us your KU Student Alumni Network membership and grab some food and great prizes!

09/16/2019

06/24/2019

06/05/2019

We were so happy to host Kim and Jason’s beautiful day!

Probably not too many couples can claim to have spoken every single day they've known each other – especially when living several hours apart initially. But the bond these two formed instantaneously (after meeting by chance at an adult Slip n' Slide party) was strong enough to facilitate just that. And just as importantly, it also led to this day that beautifully began their life as husband and wife!

More photos from Kim and Jason's day – as well as a sneak-peek of their film footage – are on the blog:

wisdomwatsonweddings.com/2019/06/kim-jason-a-ku-alumni-association-wedding

venue: KU Alumni Association Adams Alumni Center | hair: Aliss La Gasse with AURA Salon (bride) & Carly Hill and Sam Canon with BrynK Salon & Color Bar (bridesmaids) | makeup: Posh Artistry | dresses: Urban Bridal Shop (bride) & David's Bridal (bridesmaids) | tuxes: Men's Wearhouse | rings: Shane Co. | flowers: Etsy | officiant: Brandy Boatright McGranahan | catering: Maceli's Banquet Hall & Catering | bartending: KU Alumni Association Adams Alumni Center | pies: Hy-Vee | cookies: J's Delightful Desserts | DJ: Ad Astra Mobile DJ & Event Solutions | photography & videography: Wisdom-Watson Weddings

05/10/2019

Super Jay is up and you know what that means... FREE FOOD! Grab your friends and head over to the Alumni Center. Make sure to stop by Kelsey Kimberlin Photography photo booth on your way in! Sponsored by The University of Kansas School of Business and University of Kansas School of Education Online Programs and Intrust Bank. Partnered with KU Bookstore, Kansas Jayhawks, and KU Alumni Association

04/18/2019

Faculty, remember TGIT, sponsored by Truity Credit Union, is tonight! Come by the Adams Alumni Center, drinks and food start at 4! See you there!

04/04/2019

Students, grab your friends and head over to the Adams Alumni Center for Big Jay's Recess! There will be great food, fun games and much more. See you at 6p.m.!

03/29/2019

Photo by Waldron Photograph Co.

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03/28/2019

Hey staff and faculty! Join us today at 4:00 for TGIT, sponsored by Truity Credit Union, here at the Adams Alumni Center. There will be drink specials, food, and giveaways. You don't want to miss it!

02/20/2019

Students! Join us tonight at 5:30 for the One Day One KU Block Party. There will be tons of great food, music, and company. Grab your friends and come down to the Adams Alumni Center!

02/01/2019

❤️💙Our facility associates are trading out their uniform blue polos this month for this year’s T-shirt collaboration with Charlie Hustle! Available for just $20— only for members, only through the KU Alumni Association app, only in February.❤️💙

Check it out ⬇️⬇️⬇️

01/12/2019

It's a winter wonderland in Lawrence!

12/21/2018

11/10/2018

Today we have the honor of welcoming the KU School of Music and esteemed guest Martin Katz, a world famed collaborative pianist, for a workshop teaching voice students, working with them on art song and operatic arias.

In recital, he has accompanied many of the most famous singers in the world from the last century and this. To name a few: Marilyn Horne, Jose Carreras, David Daniels, Kathleen Battle, Kiri TeKanawa, Sylvia McNair.

Katz now is a distinguished professor at the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance, where he teaches collaborative piano. His students are in important teaching positions, directing concert series and playing concerts world-wide.

Please enjoy this video from a recital as he accompanies American mezzo-soprano opera singer Marilyn Horn.

Marilyn Horne - mezzo-soprano Martin Katz - piano Teatro alla Scala, Milan, 02 June 1981

09/28/2018

It’s a beautiful day for a Home Football Friday!

09/24/2018

We are getting into the Homecoming spirit!

To learn more about upcoming events this week visit http://www.kualumni.org/events/homecoming/homecoming-schedule/

09/21/2018

Today we welcomed KU International Programs as they hosted a career readiness workshop for alumni of the Gilman International Scholarship. The workshops included panelists Kim Ramsey from Cerner Corporation, Brandon Skidmore of Sunflowerfoundation, and notable KU Alumni and professor Brian 'BAM' McClendon. This event was in collaboration with KU Study Abroad, University Career Center, TRIO at KU, and The University of Kansas Undergraduate Studies.

For more information on the Gilman International Scholarship visit https://www.gilmanscholarship.org/news-events/events/

To book your next event at the Adams Alumni Center call us at (800) 584-2957

Alumni Workshops Friday, September 14, 2018 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM PT Gilman Alumni Workshop, University of Portland (Portland, OR) Registration Closed Monday, September 17, 2018 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM CDT Gilman Alumni Workshop, Mount Mary University (Milwaukee, WI) Registration Closed Monday, September ...

08/17/2018

The Adams Alumni Center was transformed this week as Endacott Society members celebrated the 49th anniversary of Woodstock.

Paul Lim, this year’s president of the KU Endacott Society for retired faculty and staff, said they had the party a year before the golden anniversary as a trial run.

The hippies arrived promptly at 10 a.m., even though 49 years ago most of them wouldn’t have begun partying until 10 p.m. Wearing tie-dyed shirts and headbands, they dressed Wednesday like the “flower children” they once were as they celebrated the 49th anniversary of the legendary Woodstock F...

08/15/2018

Today the Adams Alumni Center was transported back in time celebrating 3 days of peace & music. Clad in tie-dye, beads, and peace signs the Endacott Society threw an epic bash with a band playing the very music one would have heard at Woodstock back in 1969.

07/31/2018

🎉Happy Birthday! 🎉

Sheer joy and gratitude beamed from University legend Richard Schiefelbusch and the faces of more than 100 celebrants July 28, when KU’s guiding light of teaching and research in human development marked his 100th birthday.

His daughter Jeanie Schiefelbusch and the KU Endacott Society of retired faculty and staff members hosted the afternoon event at the Adams Alumni Center.

Dick Schiefelbusch, g’47, became a pioneer in the study of speech, language and hearing after surviving two years in a World War II German prison camp, where he found his calling: a life and career dedicated to helping others.

07/27/2018

This weekend we get have the privilege of celebrating 100 years of Dr. Richard Schiefelbusch. From POW to distinguished professor, Dr. Schiefelbusch has really seen it all. He has experienced many things in life but he will always be known for his love of dancing.

Please enjoy this clip, lovingly dubbed "The Schiefelbusch hop", captured by Endacott Society Member Alan Swarts as a precursor to our celebrations with this great man!

Dick Schiefelbusch at the Endacott Society 90's Party on July 25, 2018

07/27/2018

This week the Endacott Society gathered at the Adams Alumni Center to celebrate 90th and 100th birthdays. Such milestones were celebrated with music and laughter all around! Join us in wishing them all very happy birthdays!

07/26/2018

A little summertime staff treat thanks to Kona Ice of Lawrence & Topeka !

07/23/2018

We were delighted to have the Kansas Women's Leadership Institute gather at the Adams Alumni Center for their June reception. KWLI helps women gain knowledge in leadership and elevates the power of women’s voices so they have the tools to make a difference in their communities. To learn more about this organization visit their website at http://www.kwli.org/.

To book your next event or meeting at the Adams Alumni Center call (800) 584-2957

07/17/2018

A great day for a picnic!

07/16/2018

(Photographer: Jerry Wang Photography)

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07/10/2018

(Photographer: The Waldron Photograph Co.)

04/19/2018

We are so excited for the new University of Kansas VeoRide bikes! Stop by the Adams Alumni Center and take one for a spin down Jayhawk Boulevard!

More information on the bike share program: http://news.ku.edu/2018/04/03/ku-bike-share-provides-new-option-commuting-recreation

03/30/2018

Creator of what is now known as Google Earth, and Lawrence native, Brian McClendon presented to the Endacott Society this Wednesday. He discussed how mapping data is collected, the advancements they are making for future technology such as driverless vehicles, and the impact their map images have made helping the greater good all over the world!

03/29/2018

What is your favorite KU memory?

Bryan - "After winning the 1988 championship, the campus became flooded with students, and I watched from the front balcony."

Emily - "So many to choose from but I guess I would have to say Commencement. As a Baby Jay you are supposed to keep your identity a secret but when you graduate it is KU mascot tradition to walk in Big Jay’s or Baby Jay’s shoes as your big reveal. At my individual school ceremony everyone would walk across the stage and the crowd would clap politely as the graduate received their diploma. When my name was called I walked across the stage in my cap, gown, and giant yellow shoes with red laces. What had been polite clapping was swiftly replaced with an uproar of laughter which filled the entire auditorium."

Laurie - "Walking to class and stopping to witness a Chippendale dancer disrobe."

Laura - "Riding with the team, camping in the Fieldhouse and sledding by the stadium."

Ben - "After KU won the 1988 championship I was in the parade with some of my buddies. It’s something I’ll always remember."

Jameson - "My favorite memory from KU would have to hanging out in the lobby on my floor freshman year."

03/27/2018

What’s a quirky fact about you?

Bryan - "I’m the Gramps, in the band “Gramps and the Schoolboys.” It’s a band we started with my son and some of his friends, playing shows around town."

Emily - "I was Baby Jay when I was a student. It was offensively hot but at least I had the best seat in Allen Fieldhouse!"

Laurie - "I can wiggle my ears."

Laura - "I’ve ridden horses my entire life and started the current KU Equestrian Team."

Ben - "This is something that is very common but I stick my tongue out when I’m concentrating on something or working on something. My son does it too."

Jameson - "I’ve only ever broken one bone (a toe). However, I’ve broken that bone twice, each time playing basketball."

03/22/2018

Which is your favorite room in the building and why?

Bryan - "The Seymour Pub. I have so many memories of thousands of happy times and special occasions shared with our members and their guests."

Emily - "The Phillips Board Room. Some may recall the massive wooden conference table that used to reside in the room. I remember being in my first department meeting when I just started working for the KU Alumni Association. Sitting at that stately table made me feel a sense of importance and like I had made it in life… at least, that is, until I had to crawl under that massive table to plug in the conference phone for our meeting."

Laurie – "The McGinnis Library because I love books."

Laura - "The Pub. It has such a rich history and it oftentimes is the 'hub' for events. I love seeing guests come back and reminisce of old times or toast to their future."

Ben - "I would have to say that the Pub is my favorite room and I like the All-American a lot too. The Pub has a relaxing feel, it’s a great place to mingle and have a great time. I really like that we have a room like the All-American. I just wish it was bigger to recognize more athletes."

Jameson - "The All-American Room is my favorite room because of the murals on the walls."