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UMKC works hard to make college affordable. To get the most out of your financial aid package, make sure you file your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) by the priority deadline of Feb. 1.

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First 500 Fans Receive a "Yell Out In Yellow" T-Shirt! First 100 Students Receive FREE TACOS from Mission Taco Joint!

Men's Basketball v. Crowley Ridge

Jan. 27

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Alan Chow Piano Master Class
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Conservatory

Jan.
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White Rose: We Defied Hitler
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UMKC Theatre

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