IDEALS 2025
The 2025 IDEALS on Friday, March 7, will create a space to celebrate all identities while fostering learning opportunities.
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IDEALS 2025: Bridging Gaps: Advancing Access, Belonging, Success and Respect Across Education and Workplaces
9 a.m.–3 p.m. Friday, March 7
Capitol Federal Hall
1654 Naismith Drive, Lawrence KS 66045
The KU School of Business is committed to fostering a culture of access by hosting IDEALS 2025, in partnership with KU partners and affiliates. There is no cost to attend.
Featuring insights from both campus and corporate partners, IDEALS 2025 will center on strategies and best practices for fostering access in communities. This event is tailored for KU students, particularly those in the School of Business or with an interest in these topics. IDEALS 2025 aims to continue to create a space to celebrate all identities while fostering learning opportunities to share knowledge and experiences. The event will prepare attendees to effectively engage an increasingly diverse workforce, while contributing to student success and healthy and vibrant communities.
Breakfast and lunch will be provided. School of Business students will receive 20 professional development points for attending.
Target audience
KU Business and all University of Kansas students, undergraduate or graduate.
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend University of Kansas sponsored events. If you require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this event, please contact Morgan States by Feb. 28, 2025, at mstates@ku.edu.
IDEALS 2025 schedule
| Time | Session | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 8:30-9 a.m. | Check-in and light breakfast | TBA |
| 9-10 a.m. | Welcome and keynote address | TBA |
| 10-10:50 a.m. | Breakout Sessions | TBA |
| 11-11:50 a.m. | Breakout Sessions | TBA |
| 11:50 a.m.-1:05 p.m. | Networking lunch | TBA |
| 1:15-2:05 p.m. | Breakout Sessions | TBA |
| 2:10-3 p.m. | Alumni and employer panel | TBA |