Diversity in the Community
You will find that Lawrence and the surrounding area have much to offer. The University of Kansas has developed a Cultural Resources Guide to restaurants, services, broadcasts, places of worship, and other resources in Lawrence and surrounding area. Additional community resources are outlined below.
Lawrence
Lawrence is home to the University of Kansas and Haskell Indian Nations University. Because it is a small city (88,000) with a large student population (29,272), Lawrence has a small-town, friendly atmosphere with many of the attractions of a big city.
Kansas City
The Kansas City metropolitan area (population of 1.8 million) has many fine restaurants and shopping areas. The Kansas City International Airport in Kansas City, Missouri, is about 50 miles from Lawrence. Shuttle services offer transportation to and from the airport if arrangements are made in advance.
Topeka
Topeka, the state capital, is 25 miles west of Lawrence, and provides a variety of attractions.