KU Film and Media Studies

You still have time to enroll in the FMS 303 Audio Recording Arts Lab with John McCluskey! It's on Thursdays from 3:00 - 6:00 pm this Fall.

Today is the Kansas Primary Election! Make sure to head to the polls to place your vote!

Learn more about what's on the ballot: https://ballotpedia.org/Kansas_elections,_2026

"Creativity is an energy. It's a precious energy, and it's something to be protected. A lot of people take for granted that they're a creative person, but I know from experience, feeling it in myself, it is a magic; it is an energy. And it can't be taken for granted." -Ava DuVernay

The deadline is approaching for students to apply to work in our equipment room this Fall. These student employee will check-in/out film equipment to students and faculty. The right candidate will have great attention to detail and make sure equipment is tracked, handled, and organized properly.

✔️ Availability: Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 9am-12pm and/or 1pm-4pm
✔️ Deadline to apply: July 30, 2026
👉️ Apply here: https://buff.ly/t1gIr5B

"Friday is my second favorite F word. My first is food, definitely food." 🍽️ 😋

The 2026 Tensies winners are now posted to our website for your viewing pleasure! Kick up your feet and enjoy student projects from this past academic year. Don't forget the popcorn! 🍿

🎬️ https://film.ku.edu/student-work

Celebrating Independence Day, 250 years after our country signed the Declaration of Independence! 🎆 🥳 🎊

KU is closed today in observance of Independence Day. Enjoy the holiday!

Hey students! We're looking for student employees to work in the equipment room starting in the Fall. The candidates will check-in and check-out film equipment to students and faculty, ensuring proper tracking, handling, and organization of equipment.

✔️ Availability: Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 9am-12pm and/or 1pm-4pm
✔️ Deadline to apply: July 30, 2026
👉️ More information here: https://buff.ly/XxIm9fc

There's still time to enjoy the ! Tomorrow, catch the Kansas premiere of Seized, the highly anticipated documentary fresh from the 2026 Sundance Film Festival!

📣 June 28 at 2:30 pm at Liberty Hall

The screening includes a Q&A with Director Sharon Liese, Producer Paul Matyasovsky, and Kansas Public Radio’s Kaye McIntyre! The Q&A will also feature Marion County Record Editor Eric Meyer, former Marion County Record Reporter Phyllis Zorn, and Marion County Record Attorney Bernie Rhodes.