Dole Institute Student Advisory Board

We’re more than just Republicans and Democrats.

 

The Dole Institute Student Advisory Board is a group of KU students united by common interests in community service, government, and politics. Together, we broaden our understanding of the U.S. and the world at large through discussions and events on all topics. We also support our local community, promote the importance of voting and being politically involved, and value the chance to speak our minds. In addition, we work with the Dole Institute staff to plan events and bring speakers we want to see at KU.

 
Our Programs:

 

Pizza and Politics – These are the Dole Institute’s student-oriented political lunch extravaganzas. We invite speakers, order pizza, orchestrate venues and promote the Pizza and Politics events. It’s suggested that members be able to attend and help staff the Pizza and Politics events, which are usually held monthly from Noon to 1:30 p.m.

 

Study groups – Some of our most refreshing events are weekly study groups at the Dole Institute. Hosted by Dole Fellows, each weekly discussion focuses on specific political topic and features an expert in that field. These are the best networking opportunities out there! SAB members attend many of the afternoon study group meetings on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 4 to 5:30 p.m.

 

Help with the Dole’s Other Events – We like to put on a good show! SAB members help in the planning and production of all Dole Institute events. Members are expected to staff events by giving a welcome, greeting guests, working audience Q&A sessions, helping with book signings and more!

 

Outreach & Community Service–It’s hard to believe, but there are a lot of folks that don’t quite know what the Dole Institute does. We step in to fulfill the Dole Institute’s mission by attending other organizations’ events, tabling, chalking, registering people to vote, etc. Our members also plan a community service and social event each semester.

 
Benefits

At the Dole Institute, we’re in the driver’s seat of our futures. We also get a FRONT ROW SEAT to meet some of the world’s top leaders and professionals. Things you might enjoy as an SAB member:

 

§   Opportunities to meet and greet guests (like President George H.W. Bush, Secretary of State Madeline Albright, World Bank economist John Page, and others!)—sometimes photos too!

§   Invitations to dine with the speakers at the Dole Institute,

§   Networking! Many SAB members have found connections at the Dole Institute for internships and jobs with the hottest experts in their respective fields,

§   Answers to your political questions, and

§   The opportunity to socialize! The Dole Institute’s SAB is comprised of many different students with different majors! Don’t think you have to study political science to come around here; if you’re interested in politics or leadership at all, this is the place for you!

 
Membership


All KU students are welcome to join. There is no application process. If you believe in the importance of community involvement, want to cultivate your leadership skills, and meet like-minded friends, we’re the group for you!

 

We hold regular meetings 4 or 5 times each semester.

 

In addition to attending meetings, SAB members are expected to volunteer for one evening program a semester. We help make the Dole Institute’s programs stellar by greeting and thanking program attendees, giving student welcomes to the Dole Institute, and facilitating audience Q&A.

 

Outside of our meetings, we promote all Dole Institute programs and initiatives on campus—sometimes this means tabling, posting flyers, chalking, making announcements to our classes, inviting our professors, or whatever to make sure people know about all the opportunities at the Dole Institute!

 

Ready to join? Email DoleSAB@ku.edu or join our next meeting.

 
Commonly Asked Questions

                             
Do I have to be a Political Science major?

Absolutely not! The Student Advisory Board is made up of students from a variety of academic disciplines: Pharmacy, Architecture, Journalism, Engineering, Geography, Art History, Philosophy, History, Women’s Studies, Anthropology, Communications and more!

 

What’s the time commitment like?

Regardless of whether or not you want to lead the SAB in their next big community service project or if you just want to give your two cents, there’s a place for you here. We probably spend 4-8 hours a month on special events and meetings. We believe the SAB is a little like baking a cake—whether or not you’ve got the time for making it from scratch or you opt for the boxed mix, both are pretty darned good.

 

What is the Dole Institute?

Glad you asked. The Dole Institute of Politics is one of KU’s hottest venues. They bring in the world’s movers and shakers—like ambassadors, Presidents, sports legends, Hollywood writers and producers, campaign geniuses, nationally-recognized journalists, government decision-makers, political strategists, and all-around good folks who are moving America forward.

 
The Dole Institute is about building a better America through civil discussion of anything and everything related to government, politics, or our community. The Dole Institute believes politics is an honorable profession...and so does our Student Advisory Board!