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The Global Hornist: A Jayhawk musician’s mission to perform on all continents
In 2026, KU School of Music alum Kyra Sims plans to complete her goal of performing with her French horn on all seven continents, which would make her the first African American musician to do so. As of 2025, she had performed in five continents, 22 countries and all but four U.S. states.
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The Global Hornist: A Jayhawk musician’s mission to perform on all continentsÂ
In 2026, KU School of Music alum Kyra Sims plans to complete her goal of performing with her French horn on all seven continents, which would make her the first African American musician to do so. As of 2025, she had performed in five continents, 22 countries and all but four U.S. states.
Crimson & Blue Magazine
The long game: David Booth’s historic gift to KU
Get to know the Jayhawk behind the transformative investments in KU, from his Kansas roots to his trailblazing career in finance.
Crimson & Blue Magazine
KU research targets eating disorders
KU’s new Center for the Advancement of Research on Eating Behaviors is changing the way we talk about eating disorders—and helping a broader range of patients get the treatment they need.
Crimson & Blue Magazine
KU fraternities and sororities unite to support cancer research
With more than $100,000 already raised, the KU fraternity and sorority community is rallying for blood cancer research with a new fundraising event.
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