McNair Scholars Program is a University of Kansas project funded by the U.S. Department of Education. The Program, funded by the U.S. It is one of 185 Ronald E.
Department of Education as one of the TRIO programs, was established at the University of Kansas in October 1992. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Programs nationwide, designed to help ensure that the next generation of American faculty members represents the diversity of our society at large by preparing students from groups traditionally underrepresented in graduate education for doctoral s
08/04/2025
We are looking forward to the start of the semester and seeing you all back on campus!
Remember! You can reach out to us whenever with any questions! We are here for you!
https://mcnair.ku.edu/contact
07/30/2025
And that's the last of the scholars who presented their research at the 2025 McNair Scholars Summer Research Symposium!
Great job and congratulations on completing your summer research internship! We are already looking forward to next year's cohort. 😊
07/29/2025
More of our amazing McNair Scholars presenting their research at last week's 2025 McNair Scholars Summer Research Symposium!
(And there's still even more to come!)
07/25/2025
Let's give a hand to some of the McNair Scholars that presented their research at the McNair Summer Research Symposium yesterday!
Amazing job! 👏👏👏
07/24/2025
That's a wrap on the 2025 McNair Scholars Summer Research Symposium!
The McNair Scholars Summer Research Symposium is an opportunity for undergraduate scholars to present the work they have been doing as part of their summer research internships.
We are so proud of each student's hard work and commitment. Congratulations to all of you for a job well done!
(Be on the lookout for scholar highlights in the coming days!)
07/10/2025
Earlier this year, McNair Scholars took a trip to Washington D.C. to learn about U.S. history, participate in the civic process, and tour local universities.
“I think it's important for other students to be exposed to trips like this so that they can see their potential and open up the barriers in their mind. This trip was a dream come true, and I hope other McNair students get to experience what I experienced.”
KU TRIO McNair Scholars Tour Washington D.C., Connect with Leaders and Alumni KU TRIO McNair Scholars Tour Washington D.C., Connect with Leaders and Alumni Tue, 05/20/2025 author Alicia Marksberry Share Share by Email Share on LinkedIn Share on Facebook Share on Twitter KU TRIO McNair Scholars traveled to Washington D.C. earlier this spring for an educational five-day trip wh...
07/08/2025
Congratulations to everyone who achieved a spot on the spring 2025 honor roll. 👏 Jayhawks are always finding new ways to succeed, create, and excel. Follow the link to see who made the list. Rock Chalk!
https://news.ku.edu/news/article/university-of-kansas-announces-spring-2025-honor-roll?Account=The+University+of+Kansas&utm_campaign=Rock+Chalk+Together&utm_content=Academics&utm_medium=KU+Social&utm_source=facebook
06/02/2025
This trip was one for the books! ❤️
KU TRIO McNair Scholars Program recently traveled to Washington, D.C., where they connected with congressional leaders, alumni, and professionals in their fields. The trip gave scholars firsthand insight into graduate education, public service, and advocacy at the national level.
https://aai.ku.edu/news/article/ku-trio-mcnair-scholars-tour-washington-dc-connect-with-leaders-and-alumni
06/02/2025
KU TRIO McNair Scholars Program recently traveled to Washington, D.C., where they connected with congressional leaders, alumni, and professionals in their fields. The trip gave scholars firsthand insight into graduate education, public service, and advocacy at the national level.
https://aai.ku.edu/news/article/ku-trio-mcnair-scholars-tour-washington-dc-connect-with-leaders-and-alumni
05/15/2025
Congratulations to TRIO McNair Scholar Bilhah Bengi for receiving an Outstanding Presentation Award at the 2025 Undergraduate Research Symposium!
Bilhah's presentation was titled "Environmental Policies Review on Black Maternal Mortality and Morbidity."
Congratulations, Bilhah! What an amazing accomplishment!
KU Center for Undergraduate Research & Fellowships
05/14/2025
06/26/2025