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Located at the University of Kansas, the Dole Institute celebrates public service, civil discourse and the legacy of Senators Bob and Elizabeth Dole through its programs, archive and museum.
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Shortly after his loss in the 1996 presidential election, Senator Bob Dole was asked by Chancellor Robert Hemenway to entrust his congressional papers, accrued over 35 years of public service, to the University of Kansas, where he had studied before he began his WWII service. Together, Senator Dole and the University of Kansas developed the Dole Institute to not only house and catalog these congressional papers for research use, but to offer public opportunities for all individuals to discover how they might best serve their community, their state, and their nation. Opened in 2003, the mission of the Dole Institute of Politics is to promote political and civic participation as well as civil discourse in a bi-partisan, balanced manner. By providing a forum for discussion of political and economic issues, fostering public service leadership and encouraging participation in the political process, we emphasize that politics is an honorable profession and that only through political and civic participation can citizens redirect the course of our nation. While the objective is to accomplish this mission on a broad scale, our location at the University of Kansas provides a unique opportunity for outreach to young people and students. We utilize the three distinct components of the Dole Institute to accomplish this mission: unique displays that tell the compelling story of Bob Dole’s life in the context of Kansas and The Greatest Generation; one of the largest congressional archives in existence which houses all of the Senator’s congressional papers; and finally, the vigorous public programming conducted by the Dole Institute.

Operating as usual

02/19/2021

Time is Running Out to Support the Kansas Veterans Memory Wall Expansion Project

Time is Running Out to Support the Kansas Veterans Memory Wall Expansion Project - https://mailchi.mp/ku/dole-weekly-email-1266642

02/19/2021

Only four hours left to support our veterans! Support the #KansasVeteransMemoryWall by giving to the Dole Institute during #OneDayOneKU
http://ow.ly/j63j50DwclA

02/19/2021

Elizabeth Dole Foundation

This morning, Senator Bob Dole shared that he was diagnosed with stage four lung cancer:

“Recently, I was diagnosed with stage four lung cancer. My first treatment will begin on Monday. While I certainly have some hurdles ahead, I also know that I join millions of Americans who face significant health challenges of their own.” - Senator Bob Dole

We know Senator Bob will face this challenge as he has so many others, with his characteristic strength, optimism, and clever wit. The Foundation family extends all our love and support to both Senators Dole.

Photo credit: Jack Gruber, USA TODAY

02/19/2021

Only six hours left to support our veterans! Support the #KansasVeteransMemoryWall by giving to the Dole Institute during #OneDayOneKU
https://rockcha.lk/odoku21-dol

02/18/2021

There's Still Time to Support our Veterans

There's Still Time to Support our Veterans - https://mailchi.mp/ku/dole-weekly-email-1266670

02/18/2021

Help us meet Senator Bob Dole and Larry and Jacqueline Gadt’s $10,500 challenge in honor of our veterans. Don’t miss this opportunity to support the Dole Institute’s #KansasVeteransMemoryWall by donating today: http://ow.ly/tm4N50DvYi1

02/18/2021

RE: Senator Bob Dole's Health Challenges - https://mailchi.mp/ku/dole-weekly-email-1266666

02/18/2021

Mark your calendars! On Tuesday, February 23rd at 7pm, presidential scholar Robert Norton Smith will discuss the administration of the last four years. How has the presidency changed during this time? Join us and find out.
http://ow.ly/J4My50DrOqB

TODAY ONLY, every dollar you give to support Kansas vets WILL BE MATCHED by Senator Bob Dole and local supporters Larry ...

02/18/2021

One Day. One KU. 2021

TODAY ONLY, every dollar you give to support Kansas vets WILL BE MATCHED by Senator Bob Dole and local supporters Larry and Jacqueline Gadt up to $10,500! https://rockcha.lk/odoku21-dol

02/18/2021

Senator Bob Dole Has a Special Message for You

Senator Bob Dole Has a Special Message for You - https://mailchi.mp/ku/dole-weekly-email-1266630

02/17/2021

Tomorrow’s the big day! We’re excited to raise funds to support our Kansas Veterans Memory Wall Expansion Project: http://ow.ly/opwD50DvXHf

02/17/2021

Richard Norton Smith Tonight / New Q&A Procedures - https://mailchi.mp/ku/dole-weekly-email-1266646

02/17/2021

Tonight at 7pm! Presidential scholar Richard Norton Smith considers Biden’s role models. What can he learn from FDR, Clinton, and Obama? Join us to find out. http://ow.ly/nzWz50DrOmY

02/16/2021

Last week's answer? Forrest "Phog" Allen. Today, we ask: "Liddy Lights," named for Elizabeth Dole while she was Secretary of Transportation, signal the use of what automobile component? Tell us your best guess below!

Help us recognize our Kansas veterans on #OneDayOneKU --February 18th! Learn more at: https://rockcha.lk/odoku21-dol

02/16/2021

One Day. One KU. 2021

Help us recognize our Kansas veterans on #OneDayOneKU --February 18th! Learn more at: https://rockcha.lk/odoku21-dol

02/15/2021

We send best wishes to our wonderful partners the Harry S. Truman Library & Museum and the Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum. A peaceful Presidents' Day to you and to all!

02/14/2021

Sending you lots of love from the Dole Institute. Happy Valentine’s Day to Bob and Elizabeth Dole (celebrating 45 years of love and counting!) and to all of our followers. ❤️

02/12/2021

Mark your calendars. On Wednesday, February 17th at 7pm, presidential scholar Richard Norton Smith considers Biden’s role models. What can he learn from FDR, Clinton, and Obama? http://ow.ly/y3nx50Dl94o

02/11/2021

It’s the big day! Come see our new exhibit, “Voices from the Big First, 1961-1968,” in which we take a closer look at some of the many letters that Bob Dole received from his district during these transformative years in American history. Thanks to Humanities Kansas #crossroadshk for making this exhibit possible. For hours and safety guidelines, visit: http://ow.ly/qJPw50DlnIP

02/10/2021

Richard Norton Smith Tonight / New Q&A Procedures - https://mailchi.mp/ku/dole-weekly-email-1266614

02/10/2021

TONIGHT at 7pm! We're kicking off the 2021 Presidential Lecture Series: "Where Do We Go From Here..." with scholar Richard Norton Smith. Join us as he examines three successful Republicans, with a focus on Reagan, whose 1980 election win paved the way for a center-right nation: http://ow.ly/WXsO50Dl8WT

02/09/2021

The answer to last week's question? The Doles' dogs were named Leader. This week, we ask: What legendary coach at KU recruited Bob Dole to play for him when Dole was in high school? Tell us what you think in the comments below.

02/09/2021

TODAY at 3pm! We’re proud to kick off our new exhibit, “Voices from the Big First, 1961-1968” with a talk by Virgil Dean. This program is the first installment of a multi-part series presented in conjunction with the exhibit “Voices from the Big First, 1961-1968” made possible by Humanities Kansas: http://ow.ly/5Yg450Dl8Fa

02/08/2021

New Exhibit / Richard Norton Smith / Virgil Dean - https://mailchi.mp/ku/dole-weekly-email-1266606

02/08/2021

Sign up to be a #OneDayOneKU social media ambassador for the Dole Institute of Politics and help us raise funds for the Kansas Veterans Memory Wall Expansion Project: https://rockcha.lk/odoku21-dol

02/05/2021

In honor of #ArchivesBlackEducation, we're proud to share this picture of the 17th Chancellor of the University of Kansas, Bernadette Gray-Little, a true educational leader and longtime friend to the Dole Institute.

02/05/2021

One of our proudest moments at the Dole Institute was when we hosted Congressman John Lewis, 2007 recipient of the Dole Leadership Price, in our archives. An original freedom rider, chairman of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, and a congressman for Georgia's 5th district for over thirty years, Lewis also introduced the bill to create the National Museum of African American History and Culture in the 1980s. It finally opened its doors to educate all of us in 2016. #ArchivesBlackEducation

02/04/2021

Today at 3pm! Brian Steed discusses how Al-Qaeda and ISIS used the Management of Savagery as both an operational concept and doctrine. Written for al-Qaeda in 2004 but demonstrated most thoroughly by ISIS from 2014 to 2021, the online published work explains how Islamist ideological groups hoped to defeat the West, generally, and the United States, specifically. This presentation explains the main themes of the work and how it was put into practice.: http://ow.ly/IQjV50DkZqm

02/04/2021

A week from today, we’ll be opening our new exhibit, “Voices from the Big First, 1961-1968.” Thanks to Humanities Kansas #crossroadshk for making this exhibit possible.

02/04/2021

Mark your calendars! On February 10th at 7pm, we kick off the 2021 Presidential Lecture Series: "Where Do We Go From Here..." with scholar Richard Norton Smith. Join us as he examines three successful Republicans, with a focus on Reagan, whose 1980 election win paved the way for a center-right nation and set the stage for the last 12-year period of one-party White House control since FDR: http://ow.ly/iq8750DkZ6f

02/03/2021

TONIGHT at 7pm! Researcher for Richard Ben Cramer’s landmark book What It Takes: The Way to the White House and assistant for several autobiographical books for President-elect Joe Biden, Mark Zwonitzer will use his in-depth knowledge of the 46th President of the United States to provide us with insight into what can be expected from his administration: http://ow.ly/hGLt50DkYI3

02/02/2021

The answer to last week's trivia question? True. This week, we ask: The Doles have given what fitting name to one of their dogs three times? Tell us your answer in the comments below.

02/02/2021

What was on Kansans’ minds in the 1960s? Join Director of Museum and Archives Audrey Coleman and Dole Archives Curatorial Fellow Virgil Dean for a conversation commemorating the debut of the Dole Institute’s latest original exhibit, "Voices from the Big First, 1961-1968," based on constituent letters Bob Dole received as a Congressman during his time in the U.S. House of Representatives: http://ow.ly/ARr050DkYl9

This program is the first installment of a multi-part series presented in conjunction with the exhibit “Voices from the Big First, 1961-1968." Thanks to Humanities Kansas for making this series possible.

02/01/2021

46: The Biden Presidency / Presidential Lecture Series / New Exhibit - https://mailchi.mp/ku/dole-weekly-email-1266590

What is the Kansas Court of Appeals? Find out by watching the latest edition of Living History, a conversation with Dol...

01/31/2021

Living History - Kansas Court of Appeals

What is the Kansas Court of Appeals? Find out by watching the latest edition of Living History, a conversation with Dole Institute Museum and Archive’s Director Audrey Coleman and Judge Sarah E. Warner, who serves on this 14-member court.

What is the Kansas Court of Appeals and why does it matter? Judge Sarah E. Warner discusses the role of the Court in our state government, the unique, person...

Address

2350 Petefish Dr
Lawrence, KS
66045

The T (Lawrence Transit System) - Route 8 KU on Wheels - Park and Ride Express

Opening Hours

Monday	09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	09:00 - 17:00
Thursday	09:00 - 17:00
Friday	09:00 - 17:00
Saturday	09:00 - 17:00
Sunday	12:00 - 17:00

Telephone

(785) 864-4900

Website

www.doleinstitute.org

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Videos

As we celebrated the anniversary of our nation's birth this past weekend, we wanted to share a special moment with you that reminds us of what is important: that we work together to ensure the great American Experiment endures for the next generation.

Discover with Dole - 5-4-20 - Mission to the Moon

Discover with Dole - Celebrate Kansas Day!

Discover with Dole - 4-27-20 - Join the Campaign!

Discussion Group | Shelby Coffey

Cronkite. Murrow. Brinkley. In the not so distant past, these men dominated the American news landscape. With two channels (eventually three) to get your televised news, you watched at least one of them. They were the Gatekeepers. The Arbiters of Truth. The advent of cable news, and then the internet, brought an end to the Gatekeepers. Many lauded a new era of “democratized” journalism. What emerged had the best and the worst of the “news,” and suddenly, no one was there to sort through it all to find the truth. The internet has made everyone an editor. Dole Fellow Ron Marks welcomes his guest Shelby Coffey, former editor of the L.A. Times and US News and World Report, to discuss how dramatically the world of journalism has changed in only 40 years. Information is faster than ever and there is far more of it. In this discussion group, Marks and Coffey will teach how to cut through the noise and find the truth. Shelby Coffey III began his journalistic career as a reporter at The Washington Post, later becoming deputy managing editor. He is the former editor of the Los Angeles Times and US News and World Report. He was President of CNN Financial News and executive Vice President of ABC News. He was named editor of the Year by the National Press Foundation in 1995. He is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations and the International advisory council of APCO Worldwide and the board of the Newseum in Washington DC. The Dole Discussion Groups are made possible by a grant from Newman’s Own.

Discover with Dole 4-22-20 - Celebrate Earth Day!

David Golland | A Mind Is a Terrible Thing to Waste

Discover with Dole 4-20-20 - Top Dog

Discussion Group 4.15.2020

Discover with Dole 4-15-20 - Elizabeth Dole - A Woman of Firsts

Discover with Dole 4-13-20

Discussion Group

Discover with Dole 4-8-2020

Discover with Dole 4-6-2020

Ft. Leavenworth Series: Guadalcanal

Discussion Group 04.01.2020

Discover with Dole 4-1-2020

Discover with Dole 3/30/2020

Elizabeth Dole Reading Room and Gallery update

The Elizabeth Dole Reading Room and Gallery is transforming before our eyes! Construction crews have installed built-in casework and upgraded LED dimmable lighting. The space also looks transformed with the addition of fresh carpet this week. There is still much work to be done: Glasswork installation, a brand-new entrance, museum case lighting and a service desk. Stay tuned…

One Senate portrait, coming down... KU Facilities Services was on hand this week to assist with the clean out of the Reading Room, including the removal of this portrait of Sen. Bob Dole. It's safely stowed in storage while construction takes place!

And here...we...go! The transformation of the soon-to-be Elizabeth Dole Gallery and Reading Room has begun. Under the supervision of our senior archivist, our archival staff began the process of emptying the space last week. Watch their speedy progress below. 👇

Deadlines are approaching fast for the spring student awards from the Dole Institute of Politics. If you're a #KU student, take advantage of these opportunities! Learn more » http://doleinstitute.org/spring-student-award-applications-now-open/

2019 Easter Egg Roll with Dole

Our beloved White House-style Easter event is back this spring! Details are here for the 2019 Easter Egg Roll with Dole, set for Saturday, April 20. We're thrilled to welcome back the Lawrence Public Library as partners for this FREE event, featuring White House-style egg roll races, egg hunts, story time, bunnies, crafts and more. Details » https://news.ku.edu/2019/02/22/dole-institute-host-4th-annual-white-house-style-easter-event

Ethan Corson visits KU

Last week's polar vortex couldn't slow down discussion groups! Dole Fellow Ethan Corson was on campus visiting classes, hosting luncheons and spreading the word about his spring series on international trade. Check out some of the highlights below! Discussion groups begin Feb. 13, 2019. Details » http://doleinstitute.org/get-involved/for-students/study-groups/

Tribute to Veterans Gala 2018

The annual Tribute to Veterans Gala is one of our most meaningful events. Special thanks to The Moonlight Serenade Orchestra for the beautiful music they provide every year!

Kelly Dietrich previews fall discussion groups

"Political Campaigns, Top to Bottom: Data, Door Knocking and the 2018 Midterms," begins Wednesday, Sept. 12 at 4 p.m.

We have fresh new signs up for the #NewJayhawks arriving on campus this week! 🌻

Support the Dole Internship Assistance Program!

#OneDayOneKU is HERE! You have until 11:59 p.m. to make a gift to the Dole Internship Assistance program. Gifts of any size help. Help us power the public service careers of #KU students: http://bit.ly/2r0Rtng

Legacies of Leadership

Shortly after his loss in the 1996 presidential election, Senator Bob Dole was asked by Chancellor Robert Hemenway to entrust his congressional papers, accrued over 35 years of public service, to the University of Kansas, where he had studied before he began his WWII service. Together, Senator Dole and the University of Kansas developed the Dole Institute to not only house and catalog these congressional papers for research use, but to offer public opportunities for all individuals to discover how they might best serve their community, their state, and their nation. In 2017, the institute’s collections expanded with the addition of Senator Elizabeth Dole’s career papers. Opened in 2003, the mission of the Dole Institute of Politics is to promote political and civic participation as well as civil discourse in a bi-partisan, balanced manner. By providing a forum for discussion of political and economic issues, fostering public service leadership and encouraging participation in the political process, we emphasize that politics is an honorable profession and that only through political and civic participation can citizens redirect the course of our nation. While the objective is to accomplish this mission on a broad scale, our location at the University of Kansas provides a unique opportunity for outreach to young people and students. We utilize the three distinct components of the Dole Institute to accomplish this mission: unique displays that tell the compelling story of Bob Dole’s life in the context of Kansas and The Greatest Generation; one of the largest congressional archives in existence which houses all of Senator Bob Dole’s congressional papers and Senator Elizabeth Dole’s career papers; and finally, the vigorous public programming conducted by the Dole Institute.

Brooklynne, FYI.

Hope Kansas friends will join us at the Dole Institute of Politics this Wednesday afternoon for this week's discussion group with national independent reform leader, Chad Peace

Excellent program. Thank you to the Vietnam combat veterans who shared their stories.

I'm torn between music and this on Tuesday.. really important topic to me..

02/19/2021

Time is Running Out to Support the Kansas Veterans Memory Wall Expansion Project

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02/18/2021

There's Still Time to Support our Veterans

02/18/2021

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02/18/2021

One Day. One KU. 2021

02/18/2021

Senator Bob Dole Has a Special Message for You

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One Day. One KU. 2021

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Living History - Kansas Court of Appeals

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Contact The Museum

Videos

Discover with Dole - 5-4-20 - Mission to the Moon

Discover with Dole - Celebrate Kansas Day!

Discover with Dole - 4-27-20 - Join the Campaign!

Discussion Group | Shelby Coffey

Discover with Dole 4-22-20 - Celebrate Earth Day!

David Golland | A Mind Is a Terrible Thing to Waste

Discover with Dole 4-20-20 - Top Dog

Discussion Group 4.15.2020

Discover with Dole 4-15-20 - Elizabeth Dole - A Woman of Firsts

Discover with Dole 4-13-20

Discussion Group

Discover with Dole 4-8-2020

Discover with Dole 4-6-2020

Ft. Leavenworth Series: Guadalcanal

Discussion Group 04.01.2020

Discover with Dole 4-1-2020

Discover with Dole 3/30/2020

Elizabeth Dole Reading Room and Gallery update

2019 Easter Egg Roll with Dole

Ethan Corson visits KU

Tribute to Veterans Gala 2018

Kelly Dietrich previews fall discussion groups

Support the Dole Internship Assistance Program!

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