Programs
The Presidential Lecture Series
The annual Presidential Lecture series is one of three signature events at the Institute.
The Dole Lecture
Each spring, on or near April 14, the Dole Institute of Politics hosts another signature event featuring a nationally prominent figure who addresses some aspect of contemporary politics or policy.
The Dole Leadership Prize Presentation and Lecture
Presentation each year of the Dole Leadership Prize is another of the Institute's three signature events.
Dole Forum
The Dole Forum is a major part of the Institute's educational programming for students at the University of Kansas and the surrounding community.
Study Groups
Study Groups, led by Dole Fellows, bring in political, media and public service experts to discuss issues of the day with students and the community.
Muncy Journalism & Politics Lecture
Noted journalists are invited to the Institute to address the ever-changing relationship between politics, policymaking and the media.
Post-Election Conferences
Pizza & Politics
Other Offerings
- Salute to Veterans
- Dole Scholars Events
- Congress to Campus
- Friends of the Institute events
- Youth Civic Leadership Institute
- Naturalization Ceremony





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