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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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Student Stories
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.
Donor Stories
Couple’s $1 million gift adds accessible entrance to KU Natural History Museum
A gift from Tom and Jann Rudkin will support the construction of a new accessible entrance from Jayhawk Boulevard to Dyche Hall. Remaining funds after construction will go toward partial restoration of the historic and beloved Panorama exhibit, including taxidermy specimens and other items on display.
Donor Stories
She built an online community while battling cancer. Now her parents are echoing her spirit by supporting tomorrow’s storytellers.Â
Sherwood and Marlene Zellermayer of Evanston, Illinois, establish scholarship fund at the William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communications in honor of their late daughter and KU graduate, Jessica.
Student Stories
Immersive program gives students chance to ‘study abroad’ in KansasÂ
KU environmental studies opportunity was fully funded by donor support.
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