New partnership showcases a nine-decade history based on mutual admiration for the Roo
May 17, 2023
Projects could include a mix of retail, housing and a small arena for community events, concerts and UMKC Division I athletics
May 15, 2023
Cristian Martinez had the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to cover the NFL Draft as a student journalist
May 01, 2023
Chancellor announces student success, streetcar-stop expansion, new buildings, campus upgrades and research advances
Apr 17, 2023
UMKC TalentLink sponsors workforce development conference in St. Joseph
Apr 11, 2023
Speaker celebrates the work of women at induction ceremony
Mar 22, 2023
Reaner Shannon served 34 years at UMKC School of Medicine
Mar 01, 2023
Students, faculty and alumni were involved in the project from start to finish
Feb 27, 2023
The Starr Women’s Hall of Fame induction to honor extraordinary women who have made their mark on Kansas City
Feb 01, 2023
The state-of-the-art facility will position the district as a premier academic medical district and help propel health care equity in the region
Jan 19, 2023
Grant provides support to continue and expand entrepreneurship programs on the UMKC campus and across the Kansas City region.
Jan 05, 2023
Parade of exotic cars delivers toys and gifts to Children’s Mercy-Kansas City Hospital
Dec 20, 2022
Organization honors Kansas City influential women, past and present
Dec 14, 2022
UMKC faculty bring music program to prison, inspiring hope
Nov 29, 2022
Funding from Jackson County will expand health services on Kansas City’s Eastside
Nov 21, 2022
Amy Patel is headed to the Super Bowl as Chiefs’ nominee for NFL Fan of the Year
Nov 11, 2022
Gus Sonnenberg is a 1997 graduate of the UMKC School of Law
Nov 10, 2022
New cutting-edge educational facility will serve as a catalyst for growth and position the district to become a premier academic medical district
Oct 19, 2022
The group saw insights into UMKC's environmentally friendly emerging technologies
Oct 13, 2022
Honorees included tech giants and artists
Oct 13, 2022
Participating students could save thousands on a college degree
Oct 11, 2022
The discussion was a part of the continuing collaborative, UniverCities Exchange
Oct 11, 2022
TREKK, McDonnell among this year’s Vanguard Award winners
Oct 07, 2022
Program looks to increase underrepresented students getting STEM degrees
Sep 28, 2022
From soccer to the symphony to service projects, there’s something for everyone
Sep 22, 2022
UMKC students win System-wide competition to design a possible public-private partnership internet utility
Sep 06, 2022
‘The Art of Being ME’ will spend seven weeks in Miller Nichols Library
Aug 31, 2022
Immunization training will allow student phamacists additional opportunities to help meet public health needs
Aug 30, 2022
Virtual event offers CLE credit, or free for non-credit attendees
Aug 25, 2022
From academic realignment to new student-focused partnerships and more, it's been a busy summer on our campuses
Aug 12, 2022
Partnership will include joint research projects, opportunities for EPA colleagues to participate in teaching and mentoring and internship opportun...
Aug 11, 2022
Nearly 200 people attended the summit to collaborate and learn about hiring the next generation of professionals
Jul 14, 2022
The new agreement provides opportunities for club participants in Greater Kansas City
Jun 24, 2022
A look at the unique qualities, accomplishments of the UMKC School of Medicine
Jun 03, 2022
UMKC School of Education students and children at the Berkley Center create winning entries for Fortopia
May 31, 2022
Amanda Grimes receives funding from the Environmental Protection Agency
May 18, 2022
UMKC Honors Program hosts unique enrichment opportunity for high school students
Apr 29, 2022
The event raises funds to support LGBTQ students at UMKC
Apr 27, 2022
UMKC hosts discussion to explore new perspectives on higher education
Apr 22, 2022
The annual lecture honors the legacy of civil rights leader
Apr 20, 2022
The city’s massive infrastructure project now underway will have a direct impact on UMKC
Apr 18, 2022
Documentary created by UMKC professor included in KC Film Fest
Apr 07, 2022
The project will provide enhanced access between UMKC and the Kansas City community
Apr 06, 2022
The Institute for Urban Education Grow Your Own program is designed to train teachers to serve the Kansas City area
Apr 04, 2022
The Starr Women’s Hall of Fame recognizes Kansas City women of distinction
Mar 28, 2022
UMKC School of Medicine to expand St. Joseph campus
Mar 24, 2022
University supports and sustains more than 7,000 jobs
Mar 18, 2022
From kindergarteners to high school seniors, it was all smiles at University Academy
Mar 04, 2022
Yamiche Alcindor has become a go-to voice in analyzing the most critical political issues
Feb 16, 2022
Open to general public and university faculty, staff and students
Feb 14, 2022
Recently launched "Professional Career Escalators" program prepares students to go beyond the degree
Feb 11, 2022
The governor discussed "building the foundation" for important partnerships
Feb 09, 2022
High school students are learning the roles of the pharmacist within the health care team through a career exploration program with Heather Lyons-B...
Feb 08, 2022
National Book Award-winning author discusses his latest book
Feb 02, 2022
Six proposals approved for total of $170,000
Jan 19, 2022
Recent Law graduates navigate the bar exam and first jobs — all during a global pandemic
Dec 21, 2021
We asked the UMKC community to share their favorite winter-time activity
Dec 14, 2021
A year of investment, innovation and bold initiatives
Dec 13, 2021
UMKC hosts discussion about facts and perceptions around vaccine hesitancy and availability for people of color
Nov 18, 2021
Garrard Conley shares life story of overcoming the trauma of conversion therapy
Nov 10, 2021
School of Dentistry, TeamSmile, United Way and Chiefs make a great team
Nov 03, 2021
UniverCities Exchange is a continuing collaborative of UMKC and UMSL.
Oct 26, 2021
STEM curriculum offered in 163 Missouri school districts
Oct 21, 2021
Springfield campus students, faculty are taking up a flu shot challenge
Oct 19, 2021
UMKC Dance brings work and art to the community
Oct 19, 2021
Students' plans could be incorporated in the new UMKC stop
Oct 18, 2021
Kauffman, Sunderland foundations among this year's Vanguard Award winners
Oct 13, 2021
UMKC hosts discussion about the role museums play in telling the story of people of color
Oct 06, 2021
New innovation studio brings together UMKC and the community
Sep 27, 2021
Features 11 state-of-the-art research labs
Sep 23, 2021
Registration is now open for KC's largest racing event
Sep 23, 2021
Students and urban small businesses both benefit from program
Sep 16, 2021
What ends up as a 60-second spot involved months of planning, entire day of shooting
Sep 15, 2021
Alumni share their expertise on new series
Sep 14, 2021
Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation supports Center for Neighborhoods three-year research project
Sep 10, 2021
The Division of Diversity and Inclusion will continue to host a series addressing systemic racism in the U.S.
Aug 31, 2021
City of Independence, UMKC help each other as importance of community programs grows
Aug 30, 2021
Volunteers from across the metro helped collect data for a national research project
Aug 16, 2021
Students work with community in new field exploration course
Aug 12, 2021
Shop’s new sensation is Roo Blue!
Aug 11, 2021
Program introduces students to the role pharmacists play in improving people's health and well-being
Jul 29, 2021
Unique Kansas City experiences just a hop away
Jul 28, 2021
Vaccine effort targets low-income and underserved living in Kansas City’s east side
Jul 22, 2021
Entire class of UMKC med students has been certified and volunteered to give COVID vaccines.
Jun 22, 2021
Joseph Lightner says plan aims to counter racism and its effects before they lead to chronic illness
Jun 16, 2021
Dynamic duo at Columbia campus cares for farmers
Jun 12, 2021
UMKC Law faculty and alumni play major role in effort to attract urban youth to careers in law
Jun 10, 2021
Keynote speaker for Leadership Conference Donna Brazile evokes past leaders to inspire continued action
Jun 07, 2021
Historic setting at Kauffman Stadium marks emergence from isolation
May 16, 2021
Standouts in health outreach during the pandemic will be recognized by national foundation
May 11, 2021
Local media announces efforts, which will be led by Jannette Berkley-Patton
May 10, 2021
Jackson County approves CARES Act funding to promote vaccinations and other preventive care
May 10, 2021
Meet the medical, nursing, pharmacy and dental students who are helping
May 10, 2021
As court proceedings move online, judges lean into new technologies and procedures to ensure a fair hearing for all who appear
May 05, 2021
A School of Law alumni conversation on race, equity and where we go from here
May 05, 2021
School of Law designs Internet portal to simplify how victims of domestic violence get court protection in Kansas
May 05, 2021
Hall honors Kansas City’s greatest women, past and present
Apr 28, 2021
Exploring Bridges and Barriers to Success
Apr 27, 2021
School of Pharmacy playing significant role in efforts across the state
Apr 22, 2021
Unique socially-distanced event celebrates center’s fifth anniversary
Apr 20, 2021
Yanira Merino channels César Chávez in annual lecture
Apr 12, 2021
Caring for uninsured adults since the beginning of the COVID pandemic
Mar 26, 2021
Bryan Terrell Clark shares his life story to encourage others to define themselves and follow their passion
Mar 24, 2021
UMKC Forward will benefit workforce readiness
Mar 18, 2021
Initiative supports two key missions: public service and workforce readiness
Mar 18, 2021
Over the months of the pandemic, alumni and faculty in every corner of health care have responded and adapted with courage and continuing creativity.
Mar 11, 2021
More than 200 are lending much-needed help to efforts around the Kansas City area
Mar 01, 2021
Helping children under 3 receive a healthy start
Feb 19, 2021
A discussion about how communities of color can gain and deploy influence
Feb 19, 2021
Community groups, UMKC researchers collaborate on public health efforts
Feb 17, 2021
Missouri Humanities Council grant supports opening program
Feb 17, 2021
Ibram X. Kendi delivers 2021 Martin Luther King Lecture
Feb 16, 2021
The UniverCities Exchange panel discussion is a continuing collaborative of UMKC and UMSL
Feb 12, 2021
Introducing the SPARK Flossie Pack Center for Lifelong Learning
Feb 10, 2021
Updates on developments and distribution
Jan 28, 2021
HUD funding for UMKC in partnership with Children’s Mercy and city
Jan 27, 2021
Help yourself by helping dental hygiene students with their exams
Jan 13, 2021
Spirited resilience in a year of uncertainty
Dec 14, 2020
Just as they do with flu vaccines, they will help pharmacies
Dec 11, 2020
Enhancing peer recovery support services by expanding access to training and technical assistance services across the country
Dec 07, 2020
Over $590,000 raised in this year’s fundraiser
Nov 24, 2020
$1.9 Million in NIH funding to UMKC aids in lifesaving effort
Nov 23, 2020
A conversation with Associate Dean Brian S. Anderson
Nov 23, 2020
Gift supports a collaborative effort with MU housed at UMKC
Nov 19, 2020
Four receive Entrepreneur of the Year awards
Nov 16, 2020
Opioids prescribed in conjunction with other medications raises concerns
Nov 09, 2020
Book by author Ibram X. Kendi offers foundation for 2020 Social Justice Book Lecture
Nov 02, 2020
Four to receive Entrepreneur of the Year awards
Oct 29, 2020
5 ways this coalition has helped people in the Kansas City area and more than 3 million nationally
Oct 27, 2020
Community leaders from Missouri's largest cities discuss health disparities
Oct 16, 2020
Women of color and white women share experiences and perspectives
Oct 13, 2020
The show must go on and will go on Friday, Oct. 16, ticket info below
Oct 12, 2020
UMKC Critical Conversation also features student leader and criminology professor
Oct 12, 2020
Looking for strong candidates to lead community asset, research powerhouse
Oct 09, 2020
Funding from institute encourages UMKC community research partnerships. Informational webinar available online; applications due Nov. 12.
Oct 06, 2020
UMKC School of Education Institute for Urban Education is poised for growth
Oct 05, 2020
Kansas City Star features UMKC student who is a Mad Science instructor
Oct 01, 2020
Truman Fellows program provides jobs for recent alumni, legal services for community
Sep 29, 2020
Panelists address the history of systemic racism and the struggle in America today
Sep 28, 2020
Hispanic high school students offered special programming, up to $10,000 in scholarships
Sep 15, 2020
UMKC professor, Kansas City filmmaker team up to show experiences and emotions of students, teachers, families.
Sep 09, 2020
Kansas City community members continue dialogue around local control, use of force and future reforms.
Sep 03, 2020
Collaboration will enhance networking and leadership development for women
Sep 02, 2020