HISTORIC CAMPAIGN WILL PROPEL KU TOWARD INFINITE POSSIBILITY BY VALERIE GIELER
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ave you ever wondered where the awakening of an idea comes from? And how it grows into something more? To name this
historic campaign, the University of Kansas once again turned to a well-known refrain with the power to stir hearts, excite spirits and inspire friends and friends-yet-to-be to clasp arms, sway to the music and sing together: Crimson and the Blue. FAR ABOVE THE GOLDEN VALLEY, GLORIOUS TO VIEW, STANDS OUR NOBLE ALMA MATER, TOWERING TOWARD THE BLUE.
LIFT THE CHORUS EVER ONWARD, CRIMSON AND THE BLUE. HAIL TO THEE OUR ALMA MATER, HAIL TO OLD KU.
Inspired beginning Launched with a Rock Chalk celebration of KU spirit, Ever Onward is the largest capital campaign in the history of the University of Kansas, The University of Kansas Health System and Kansas Athletics. With a goal of raising $2.5 billion in support by 2028, the campaign matches passion with purpose, forging the path toward a better
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tomorrow. University leaders are united in their vision, and KU is poised for a trajectory with boundless limits — our momentum has never been greater. KU alumni and friends are championing the cause and rallying support. Campaign co-chairs Howard and Debbie Cohen, Greg and Deanna Graves, and Dave and Dee Dillon see this as an opportunity to pay forward what the university did for them. “I urge each and every one of you to embrace this campaign with an open heart and an unwavering spirit,” Cohen said. “Be the spark that ignites change. Be the voice of future students and patients and be the beacon of hope that KU represents. Your contribution, whether it’s time, resources or passion, is invaluable.”
