Research and Creativity
Research and Creativity Initiatives
Research and Creativity Programs
CAFE encourages interdisciplinary research through a variety of initiatives including UMKC's Faculty Writing Initiative, Art of Grants, writing workshops, and more.
Research and Creativity Programs
Public-Facing Research
Are you curious about how to share your research with more audiences? Public-facing scholarship makes research accessible and fosters public understanding of important issues.
Expand your reach
UR-Linked
UR-Linked, a searchable database, allows aspiring undergraduate researchers, scholars, and artists to connect with you. UR-Linked includes your profile as well as more specific information about your research projects and artistic endeavors.
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Resources
From Kansas City to Brazil: Fulbright-Winning UMKC Researcher Studies Link Between Free Transit and Physical Activity
30 Jun 2026 | Joseph Lightner from the UMKC School of Nursing and Health Studies will study how zero-fare transit systems influence health outcomes across urban communities Read full story From Kansas City to Brazil: Fulbright-Winning UMKC Researcher Studies Link Between Free Transit and Physical Activity
UMKC Student-Staff Duo Launch Agriculture Certificate to Address Food Insecurity
15 Jun 2026 | A $730,000 multi-university initiative is helping researchers rethink how food is produced and delivered to improve access to fresh produce across region Read full story UMKC Student-Staff Duo Launch Agriculture Certificate to Address Food Insecurity
Sound Mandala Spends Summer 2026 at Unicorn Theatre
15 Jun 2026 | The one-of-a-kind listening experience presents three shows Read full story Sound Mandala Spends Summer 2026 at Unicorn Theatre
SOAR Impact
After completing SOAR Art of Grants, faculty shared the following
Art of Grants was a great opportunity to learn about things that I did not know, change my perspective of significant grants, and expand my network. Instructor give excellent and personalized feedback and the course provides lot of content that you can explore at your own pace.
Assistant Professor