Events
Events
UMKC hosts a variety of events every year, from Family Weekend to movie nights, performances and more. Explore our calendar to see how you can get involved.
Roo Welcome
We invite you to explore campus resources, make new friends and learn what it takes to succeed at UMKC. All UMKC students are encouraged to attend.
Family Weekend
Campus-wide event for parents, family members and support systems of UMKC students. We welcome your family members into our Roo family, while connecting them to support resources.
LGBTQIA+ Signature Events
Events that help us reflect on the history and culture of LGBTQIA+ people, as well as highlight current issues facing our communities.
National Transfer Student Week
Hosted by the Transfer Student Network, these events help students transferring to UMKC get involved on campus, learn about UMKC and Kansas City and connect to UMKC staff and faculty dedicated to helping transfer students succeed.
Union Programming Board
Led by students, the Union Programming Board (UPB) plans interesting and unique events and entertainment that make life at UMKC exciting.
Roos After Dark
Roos After Dark Union Takeovers are late-night events hosted in the UMKC Student Union featuring free food, entertainment, and interactive activities. They're a fun and safe way for students to connect, unwind, and enjoy campus life after hours.
Stress Less Fest
Events designed to ease your mind and let you take a break from studying for finals.
Convocation
Learn more about the event that acts as the official welcoming ceremony for new and transfer students.
LeadRoo Student Leadership Conference
Lead Roo is UMKC Office of Student Involvement's premier student leadership program.
Roos Give Back
Roos Give Back is a university-wide service initiative sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs.
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Events Calendar
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