Fall 2025: KU Career Using Handshake

The University of Kansas is now partnering with Handshake, your new career management platform, to help you discover new career paths and find amazing jobs and internships.

Baby Jay Headshots

Professional Headshots

A good quality professional headshot is an investment in your personal brand. It not only creates a strong first impression but also conveys confidence and attention to detail.

Presenting a professional headshot on your LinkedIn profile or other social media leaves a positive impression on potential employers.

Student using Iris Photobooth
Self guided Professional Headshot Photos

The UCC offers students the opportunity to take professional headshots on Photo Fridays!

 

When: *Fridays from 8:30 am-4:30 pm and at some University Career Center Fairs

*Except holidays or University closures 

Where: Summerfield Hall, Room 206 

Our photo booth is a Free, First come, First served service.  

 

Fall Semester Career Events 2025 with Photobooth

10/8 Education Career Fair & Interview Day and

          Public Service Career Fair location:  Kansas Union

10/21 Science & Pre-Health Careers Expo location:  Kansas Union

11/12 Internship Fair location:  Kansas Union

 

 

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Nope! The photo booth operates on a first-come, first-served basis, so just stop by Fridays from 8:30-4:30 and at event dates mentioned above.

When preparing for professional headshots, it's essential to choose an outfit that reflects a polished and business-appropriate image.

  • Solid colors work best. Solid colors tend to photograph better than busy patterns, so keep this in mind when picking your outfit!
  • Consider the background. Our backdrop is white, so try to wear a color that contrasts well with white.
  • Visit our PHOG clothing closet for 5 professional items each year, free!
    *Professional House of Garments

You will receive an email with the photos to the email address you provided when taking your headshots!

Within minutes, thanks to our new Iris photo booth!  Results are virtually instant and additional editing can be done.

You can utilize your headshot in various ways to enhance your personal brand, such as adding it to your Handhshake or LinkedIn profile.

Yes, groups and classes can reserve the Photobooth (for use at the University Career Center 206 Summerfield Hall).

Please contact The UCC for more information.  785.864.3624 or ucc@ku.edu