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Congrats, Roos!

We are so proud! Come join us as we celebrate the end of one journey and the beginning of another for our graduating students.

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Video has no audio. Scene 1: Bagpipers lead student processional at Commencement; Scene 2: Looking down the aisles of students standing during the ceremonies, one student greets the camera; Scene 3: One student, with a decorated mortarboard graduation cap, does a victory dance with her family and friends after graduation; Mobile static image: Student hugs her mom after graduation

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“I wanted to become a teacher because I want to work with kids, and I like to give back. My teachers always pushed me to do my best, and I want to impact kids and help them succeed.”

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Join families, friends, faculty and staff as we celebrate the accomplishments of our Roos!

Commencement

Dec. 14

Events

Dec.
9

Finals begin
Varies
UMKC

Dec.
9-11

Stress Less Fest
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Office of Student Involvement

Dec.
14

Men's Basketball v. KU
4 p.m.
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