Member Benefits
Network.
The KU network is nearly 300,000 strong. Successful alumni include authors, a Nobel-prize winner, cancer-curing scientists, NASA astronauts, actors and more. The list goes on and on. Association membership helps you find friendly faces in your field with access to professional development resources.
- Professional Society receptions reunite alumni with classmates, deans and professors according to departments and schools.
- Online directory allows members to search more than 290,000 records by profession, class year, location and name.
- Chapters host events such as young alumni networking socials to make professional contacts in a social setting.
- ’Hawk to ’Hawk mentor program pairs students with alumni to share industry insights, professional tips and real-world experience.
Serve.
Association membership is the best way to strengthen KU through
involvement in the Jayhawk community. Informed alumni and friends act as
powerful advocates for KU every day, and they can be of special help in
student and faculty recruitment, state and federal funding, and other vital
areas. The University's continuing prestige and accomplishments add value
and respect to the KU degree you worked so hard to earn.
- Accomplished alumni who stay connected to KU through the Association help enhance the value of your degree. Successful Jayhawks advance KU’s reputation and help recruit students and faculty.
- The Kansas Honors Program honors the top 10 percent of all Kansas high school seniors and recognizes students in each Kansas county.
- Jayhawks for Higher Education advocate the needs of the University to the Kansas Legislature.
- The Student Alumni Association provides opportunities for volunteerism and exposure to national leadership workshops and conferences.
Connect.
Get the inside track on what’s happening on the Hill and what alumni across the country are up to.
- Six issues of Kansas Alumni magazine keep alumni, parents, and friends up-to-date on the latest University news.
- A monthly e-mail newsletter, KU Connection, brings Mount Oread to your inbox.
Gather.
Do you need a Jayhawk-friendly spot to watch the big game? From the Sunflower State to the Seattle shoreline, the Association gathers the faithful through more than 45 chapters and clubs.
- Watch Parties
- Golf Tournaments
- Wine Tastings
- Jayhawk Generations Welcome Picnics
Save.
Members-only deals save time and money.
- 10 percent discount on catalog, in-store (Kansas Union, Burge Union and Edwards campus) and online items from KU Bookstores (excludes textbooks)
- Approximately 10 percent off Jayhawk Collection merchandise
- Discounts at alumni events
- 15 percent off all Kaplan graduate and college prep courses. (Not valid with any other discounts and offers.)
- 60 percent off your next move with North American Van Lines
- 20 percent off books published by the University Press of Kansas
- 10 percent off purchase at Applebee's (excludes alcohol, already discounted items and gift cards)
- Discount on shoes at Elite Feet (10 percent year-round, 20 percent on gamedays). Applied to all regular priced shoes; limit one pair per purchase.
- Discounted rates at the Sheraton Overland Park Hotel. Show your membership card and receive a $99 per night weekend rate! Some restrictions may apply.
- The Alumni Insurance Program:
- The Kansas Alumni Insurance Program is a convenient source for health, life, travel and auto insurance for alumni and their family members. There are a variety of plans available to meet your needs, including GradMed® short-term health insurance – great for new grads and other alumni seeking temporary coverage.
- Home, auto and rental insurance from Liberty Mutual
- Access to the KU Student Recreation Center for just $7 per day
And More.
The Association works hard to provide rare opportunities and unique experiences for members.
- Flying Jayhawks travel the world with more than 30 exotic trips each year
- Special appearances from University representatives, including the Chancellor, distinguished faculty, coaches, pro sports players and noted alumni
- Hassle-free tailgates at all away and home football games and watch parties for basketball tournaments and regular season games
- Reunions and Homecoming activities
- Jayhawk Visa and Jayhawk Visa Gift Cards, carry KU in your wallet or purse and support Association programming
