The literary legend made a stop at KU in 1966 en route to the filming of ‘In Cold Blood.’

Remembering George R. King, the Bailey Hall stalwart who was a formidable force for African American self-determination—on Mount Oread and beyond.

‘Oppenheimer’ helps restore the lost link between KU and scientific titan Joseph W. Kennedy, co-discoverer of plutonium.

Rare garment begins yet another charming chapter in Watkins’ story.

A neighborhood tells larger story of civil rights struggle.

New biography brings to life the remarkable Elizabeth Watkins, a pioneering KU philanthropist.

New book offers a comprehensive look at the Jayhawk and the beloved bird’s place in Kansas and KU history.

On April 27, 2009, the budding megastar made a stop—and quite a splash—at KU.

Amateur historian writes definitive account of singular American figure.

A letter from KU student Don Henry, who died in the Spanish Civil War, inspired the plot and lyrics of an innovative opera by alumnus Frank Nawrot.