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Impact and Belonging Programs

KU Engineering is committed to increasing the number of engineers to address and create solutions for the complex, multicultural, multidisciplinary challenges that exist in today’s global society.


Founded in 1971,

KU’s Engineering Impact and Belonging Program is one of the oldest in the country and is home to the Impact and Belonging Program and KUEST programs. Impact and Belonging Program addresses the needs of historically underserved students regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, or otherwise. Impact and Belonging Program celebrates first generation college students, and works to realize intersectional standards of excellence across all students, staff, and faculty. 

We provide academic support, co-curricular learning opportunities, merit-based and need-based scholarships, and help build connections between students, faculty, staff, alumni, and industry partners. Through Impact and Belonging programming, we aim to create a space where all School of Engineering students, staff, and faculty feel like they belong and have the skills and motivation to create a positive impact on the world around them

Michael G. & Joyce N. Shinn Student Lounge

The Lounge was officially dedicated in the fall of 2024 with a ribbon cutting ceremony that included Joyce Shinn, engineering leadership, and various students and alumni present.
Located in the heart of the School of Engineering, the Lounge serves as a space for students to connect with each other, study, and relax.

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