30 for 30 Screening
30 for 30 Screening
News Release
For immediate release
23 Jan. 2013
For more information, contact:
Kyle Fisher
SUA Assistant Coordinator of Communications
(785) 864-7469
suacommsprint@gmail.com
SUA presents a “30 for 30” screening with KU super-fan Josh Swade
What: Student Union Activities (SUA) will host KU basketball super-fan Josh Swade for a movie screening and discussion at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 17, 2013 in Room 130 of Budig Hall on the KU campus. Swade directed “There’s No Place Like Home,” the ESPN “30 for 30” documentary that chronicles his quest to bring James Naismith’s original rules of basketball home to Lawrence, KS. This presentation includes a screening of “There’s No Place Like Home,” with live commentary by Swade. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, call (785) 864-7469 or visit www.suaevents.com.
Who: SUA is a student programming board at the University of Kansas. The board has programmed events on the KU campus for about 75 years, and is composed of more than 100 students.
Where: Room 130 of Budig Hall is at 1120 W. 11th Street in Lawrence, KS 66045. It can be accessed from the Jayhawk Boulevard entrance.
When: This event is at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 17, 2013.
Why: “Josh Swade will go down in history as one of the greatest KU basketball fans, said Sierra Franklin, SUA Assistant Spirit Coordinator. “It’s insane how deep his dedication is. He proved that dedication in his quest to bring the original rules of basketball back home.”
SUA Presents Peter Sagal
SUA Presents Peter Sagal
News Release
For immediate release
23 Jan. 2013
For more information, contact:
Kyle Fisher
SUA Assistant Coordinator of Communications
(785) 864-7469
suacommsprint@gmail.com
SUA to host Peter Sagal on Feb. 18
What: Writer and humorist Peter Sagal will speak at the University of Kansas at 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 18, 2013 in the Ballroom, on level 5 of the Kansas Union. Student Union Activities (SUA) presents Sagal as the speaker for its annual Student Lecture Series.
Perhaps best known as the longtime host of National Public Radio’s current events quiz show, “Wait, Wait … Don’t Tell Me!,” Sagal is a sharp-witted author, broadcast personality and commentator. This spring, he will host the new PBS Series, “Constitution USA with Peter Sagal.” His Feb. 18 lecture at KU is titled, “Current Events: Why Satire is the Only Reasonable Response to the Times We Live In.”
A long-running tradition for SUA, the Student Lecture Series brings noted journalists, politicians and commentators who are keenly aware of current events and how they affect our society. Past Student Lecture Series speakers include Anderson Cooper, Robert Kennedy, Jr., James Carville, Lisa Ling, and George Stephanopoulos.
The 2013 event includes a lecture, question-and-answer session, and signing of Sagal’s first book, a collection of comic essays titled, The Book of Vice (Naughty Things and How to Do Them. Tickets are free for KU students with valid KU ID. Tickets are $5 for the general public. Advance tickets are available at the Union Programs Box Office, on level 4 of the Kansas Union. For more information, call (785) 864-7469 or visit www.suaevents.com.
Who: SUA is a student programming board at the University of Kansas. The board has programmed events on the KU campus for about 75 years, and is composed of more than 100 students.
Where: The Kansas Union is at 1301 Jayhawk Blvd., Lawrence, KS.
When: The lecture will be at 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 18, 2013.
Why: “We are very excited for KU students to hear Peter Sagal’s wit and wisdom on current events,” said Andrew Mechler, SUA Social Issues Coordinator.
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TOYS FOR TOTS NOVEMBER 5, 2012 TO DECEMBER 7, 2012
News Release
For immediate release
November 7, 2012
For more information:
Kyle Fisher
SUA Assistant Coordinator of Communications
(785) 864-7469
suacommsprint@gmail.com
SUA hosts Toys for Tots
What: Student Union Activities (SUA’s) yearly tradition of helping out children in need has returned. Partnering with the Douglas County Toys for Tots organization, SUA has set up toy trains around campus for students to take. These trains have toy donation suggestions. Donations can be dropped off at the SUA Box Office, located on level four of the Kansas Union.
Who: SUA is a student programming board at the University of Kansas. The board has programmed events on the KU campus for more than 70 years, and is composed of more than 100 students.
Where: Participants may pick up Toys for Tots trains – with donation suggestions – on Jayhawk at the Kansas Union, Mrs. E’s on Daisy Hill, and the Ambler Recreation Center. Unwrapped toys may be dropped off at the SUA Box Office, located on level four of the Kansas Union, 1301 Jayhawk Blvd.
When: The Toys for Tot campaign will begin on November 5 and continue through December 7.
Why: “We are very excited to once again help Douglas County children this holiday season. With KU students’ donations, we’ll be able to make this season a lot brighter for a lot of kids!” said Andrew Mechler, SUA Social Issues Coordinator.
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KU Style Project March 14, 2012
News Release
For immediate release
March 9, 2012
For more information:
Christy Khamphilay
SUA Assistant Coordinator of Communications for Traditional Media
(785) 864-7469
suacommsprint@gmail.com
SUA presents inaugural KU Style Project
What: Student Union Activities (SUA) presents its inaugural KU Style Project on Wednesday, March 14 at 7 p.m. in the Kansas Union Ballroom on the KU campus. The KU Style Project consists of a makeover and styling challenge combination. Five contestants selected through an application process have been paired with five campus stylists. These stylists went on shopping excursions with their partners to help them choose a new wardrobe on a $175 budget.
On the night of the event, the contestants will show their new look to the audience. This event is free to attend for KU students with a KUID and $5 for the general public.
Big XII Watch Party March 7, 2012 to March 9, 2012
News Release
For immediate release
March 2, 2012
For more information:
Christy Khamphilay
SUA Assistant Coordinator of Communications for Traditional Media
(785) 864-7469
suacommsprint@gmail.com
SUA hosts Big XII Watch Party
What: Student Union Activities (SUA) will host the Big XII Watch Party from Wednesday, March 7 to Friday, March 9 in the Traditions Area of the Kansas Union. Start March Madness off right by cheering on the Jayhawks as they advance through the Big 12 basketball tournament. For each game the Jayhawks play, food such as chips, queso and wings will be provided. Other games of the tournament will be shown, so stop by between classes to watch them at the Big XII Watch Party. This event is free to attend.
Jayhawks Amazing Race March 4, 2012
News Release
For immediate release
March 2, 2012
For more information:
Christy Khamphilay
SUA Assistant Coordinator of Communications for Traditional Media
(785) 864-7469
suacommsprint@gmail.com
SUA presents Jayhawks Amazing Race
What: Student Union Activities (SUA) will host Jayhawks Amazing Race on Sunday, March 4 at 11 a.m. and begins at the Kansas Union. KU’s version of the popular reality TV show will have 30 teams of three race around campus as they compete in physical and mental challenges to win the grand prize. The various tasks each team completes will test their patience, KU knowledge and physical ability. Each member of the winning team will have a choice in selecting their prize of a TV, an iPad 2 or a laptop.
Who: SUA is a student programming board at the University of Kansas. The board has programmed events on the KU campus for more than 70 years, and it consists of more than 100 students.
Where: The event will be begin in the Lobby of the Kansas Union. The Kansas Union is located at 1301 Jayhawk Blvd. in Lawrence, Kan.
When: Jayhawks Amazing Race will happen on Sunday, March 4, and will begin at 11 a.m.
Why: “This event has been hours and hours worth of planning, so all of the clues, tasks and routes are very meticulous. I hope that racers learn more about the University and have a fun and tiring time doing so. I’m looking forward to seeing all racers excited in the morning and smiling when they finish in hopes that they win either a TV, laptop or iPad 2,” said Dakota Strange, SUA Spirit Coordinator.
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SUA now accepting leadership applications
News Release
For immediate release
Feb. 24, 2012
For more information:
Christy Khamphilay
SUA Assistant Coordinator of Communications for Traditional Media
(785) 864-7469
suacommsprint@gmail.com
SUA now accepting leadership applications
What: Student Union Activities (SUA) is searching for students interested in leading next year’s board. From concerts such as B.o.B, comedians like Aziz Ansari as well as a Carnival, SUA has a long tradition of keeping the KU student body interested and engaged in a variety of entertaining and educational events. The SUA mission is to enrich the college experience by providing diverse, interactive, and educational programming and leadership opportunities for the KU community. As a student leader in SUA, you have the opportunity to not only program events that affect the entire student body, but you also have the opportunity to develop skills you can use after leaving KU. Listed below are the positions to apply for within SUA.