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A study from the University of Kansas has found that high levels of social capital, such as civic participation, leads to better public health. However, the improvement was not equal among white and Black populations in the same communities with high levels of social capital, meaning more work is necessary to improve health outcomes for all, according to the authors.
The University of Kansas School of Public Affairs and Administration (SPAA) proudly celebrated its 2026 graduates during a commencement ceremony held May 16 at Burge Union. The ceremony recognized students earning doctoral, master’s, and undergraduate degrees, along with academic honors and awards for excellence in public service and scholarship.