Join the Leonard Lab!
In the Leonard Lab, graduate students have the opportunity to excel professionally and participate in groundbreaking research with access to state-of-the-art facilities that the University of Kansas has to offer. Outside the lab, find a home in Lawrence, a town with a strong sense of community.
Student Experience
The Leonard Lab at the University of Kansas is a great group to pursue your higher education degree with. Our students have a passion for environmental sustainability and continuous learning. In the Leonard Lab we encourage collaboration, so you'll get to work with a variety of people across disciplines and professional levels. As a part of the Leonard Lab, you will develop your professional skills in communications, networking, and outreach efforts. Graduate school can be stressful, so we encourage a healthy work-life balance and the Leonard Lab has a friendly and diverse community of students for support.
My time in the Leonard Lab was wonderful. I loved the supportive and collaborative environment fostered by Dr. Leonard, and the research was inspiring. My fellow lab mates were awesome and I will miss jamming out to our favorite tunes in the lab. Plus, Lawrence is a special place to be with so many fun activities to do outside the lab.
Explore the Communities
Lawrence
The city of Lawrence was founded in 1854 by abolitionists, and continues the tradition of freedom and individuality today. It is a vibrant city that offers the exciting cultural experiences of a big city while keeping a small town sense of community. Experience the downtown, locally known as Mass St, for unique shopping and a wide range of dining options or head out to Clinton Lake for a scenic hike. Lawrence is located 40 minutes west of metropolis Kansas City and 30 minutes east of Topeka, the state capital.
Things to explore in Lawrence
University of Kansas
The University of Kansas is the state's flagship university with over 150 years of tradition. It is a premier research university with global reach. Through innovative research, KU is on the forefront of creating solutions to the world's most challenging problems. In addition to outstanding academics and research, KU offers a variety of rich cultural experiences. Attend a KU basketball game in historic Allen Fieldhouse for an unbelievable atmosphere with the nations best home court advantage. Explore the Spencer Art Museum or the Natural History Museum. Get a change of scenery and some exercise on the trails at Rock Chalk Park. The University of Kansas has countless opportunities to get connected and involved in both school and city community.
Things to experience at KU
Kansas City
KU is located about 45 minutes from a large metropolis, Kansas City. A visit to KC is a great weekend getaway with the variety of events to choose from: catch a game or concert, try a new cuisine, attend a performing arts show, or visit a museum. Check out the links below to explore things to do in KC.
