“Hawks & Highways” events to bring University of Kansas to communities statewide
LAWRENCE, Kan. — In an effort to strengthen KU’s statewide outreach, Kansas Athletics and the University of Kansas Alumni Association have announced the continuation of the annual “Hawks & Highways” series of programs in communities throughout Kansas.
The series includes nine events in May and June, and also incorporates academic entities and departments at KU. Head football coach Les Miles will headline the stops in Dodge City, Independence, Salina and Wichita.
“I am looking forward to getting out and meeting many Jayhawks across the state of Kansas,” Miles said. “These events will be a great opportunity for me to share the vision we have for Kansas football with people who are very important to our program; our alumni and fans.”
Additional University and Athletics representatives will be announced at a later date. The Hawks and Highways schedule (to date) is as follows:
Tuesday, May 21
Happy Hour in Dodge City
5:30-7 p.m., Boot Hill Museum-Occidental Saloon, 500 W. Wyatt Earp Blvd.
Wednesday, May 22
Happy Hour in Independence
5:30-7 p.m., Independence Country Club, 2824 Country Club Circle
Tuesday, June 4
Happy Hour in Emporia
5:30-7 p.m., Radius Brewing Company, 610 Merchant St.
Tuesday, June 11
Happy Hour in Salina
5:30-7 p.m., 638 Event Space, 638 Francis Ave.
Thursday, June 13
Happy Hour in Atchison
5:30-7 p.m., Location TBD
Tuesday, June 18
Happy Hour in Topeka
5:30-7 p.m., Location TBD
Monday, June 24
Happy Hour in Hutchinson
5:30-7 p.m., Location TBD
Tuesday, June 25
Happy Hour in Wichita
5:30-7 p.m., Chicken N Pickle, 240 N. Greenwich Rd
Wednesday, June 26
Happy Hour in Pittsburg
5:30-7 p.m., Location TBD
The initiative supports Chancellor Douglas A. Girod’s goal to expand KU’s outreach throughout the state.
“Hawks and Highways is an excellent opportunity for alumni, friends and fans across this great state to learn firsthand from University leaders about our outstanding University,” Athletics Director Jeff Long said. “Partnering with the Alumni Association allows us to combine our resources in an effective manner to reach all those interested in the University of Kansas. We are excited to share the highlights of the state’s flagship university, and are eager to visit cities around the state.”
