From innovative vaccine delivery technology to reimagining community through contemporary music, this year’s top graduate award winners showc...
Jun 12, 2026
Katelyn Hurd sees every experience as an opportunity to learn and grow
Jun 11, 2026
Almost 1,900 students recognized
May 29, 2026
Chancellor Mauli Agrawal and Provost Jenny Lundgren present awards
Apr 28, 2026
From Mexico to South Korea, six UMKC students are preparing for international study experiences
May 13, 2026
2026 Alumni Award Winners Kameron N. Saunders and Amy Patel delivered the keynote addresses
May 16, 2026
Amanda Davis, UMKC advancement leader and alumna, shares how Blue & Bold is transforming the university, empowering students and strengthening ...
Apr 13, 2026
Staff Awards 2026 recognizes people who elevate the university and Kansas City community
Apr 01, 2026
Viral Eras Tour dancer Kameron N. Saunders and breast health advocate Amy Patel, both UMKC alumni, will honor graduates
Mar 26, 2026
UMKC School of Law alumnus Mark Edelman will fund 10 annual $10,000 theatre scholarships over the next decade
Mar 25, 2026
Jerry and Patty Reece have contributed decades of service and philanthropy, elevating education, arts and community impact
Feb 03, 2026
Almost 2,000 students recognized
Jan 22, 2026
Matt Robertson chose UMKC for its renowned jazz faculty and location in the heart of KC
Jan 25, 2026
Alumnus and business leader Nathaniel Hagedorn delivered the keynote address
Dec 17, 2025
Six Conservatory students studied and performed abroad
Dec 12, 2025
The record-breaking amount will help fund the Conservatory’s expansion, Bridges program and student scholarships
Nov 19, 2025
Co-chairs for annual UMKC Conservatory fundraising performance give back through time and talents
Nov 17, 2025
15 alumni and one family were honored April 17
Oct 30, 2025
Blue & Bold aims to empower students, advance research and elevate communities
Oct 17, 2025
7 takeaways elevating Kansas City’s Carnegie Research 1 University
Oct 17, 2025
Handpicked students join university’s most prestigious scholarship program for transformative success
Aug 29, 2025
Tatiana Dokoudovska shaped Kansas City ballet for generations
Aug 04, 2025
More than 1,900 students recognized
Jul 07, 2025
Composer Ian Yeonchan Chung to study music composition
Jun 13, 2025
Community leaders came together to celebrate impact research milestone will have for region
May 28, 2025
22 are recognized for their outstanding academics, leadership and service
May 15, 2025
New, updated facilities to provide greater opportunities for students and community
May 06, 2026
University confers more than 2,600 degrees
May 17, 2025
2025 event at Linda Hall Library recognizes research and scholarship, teaching and mentorship, engagement, service and leadership
Apr 09, 2025
Join UMKC student performers on April 29 for one of the most anticipated events of the Kansas City arts season
Apr 02, 2025
James Mitchell is this year’s Spotlight Alumni Award recipient for his contributions to sustainability
Mar 25, 2025
2025 Staff Awards celebrate achievements and service milestones
Mar 19, 2025
$1.9 Million Grant Funds Research to Study the Effects of Sound in the Operating Room
Mar 06, 2025
Chancellor announces School of Dentistry expansion plans
Mar 10, 2025
Carl Allen won award for being an outstanding educator who represents highest standards of teaching
Feb 19, 2025
More than 1,900 students recognized
Feb 17, 2025
Graduating students are recognized for their outstanding academics, leadership and service
Dec 16, 2024
This record-breaking year comes with a format change for the annual fundraiser
Nov 12, 2024
Current educational affiliation agreement to expire June 30, 2029
Sep 23, 2024
Chen Yi’s newest world recognition follows a career of breaking glass ceilings; overcoming obstacles
Sep 18, 2024
Tori Venske credits UMKC for preparing her for a future of service and leadership
Aug 07, 2024
Construction includes largest capital improvement project to date
May 12, 2026
The one-of-a-kind listening experience presents three shows
Jun 15, 2026
Campus event at Henry W. Bloch School of Management honors hundreds
May 31, 2024
Piano student broadens horizons and creates lasting friendships while living in senior facility
Apr 29, 2024
UMKC students presented their research on hearing loss, ACL injuries, music complexities and more
Apr 15, 2024
Annual Faculty Awards honor excellence in teaching, leadership, research and more
Apr 04, 2024
More than $98,000 awarded to 69 recipients to support post-graduate work
Mar 15, 2024
Kansas City’s outdoor/indoor performing arts venue was the opening number for a career in arts marketing
Dec 05, 2023
14 alumni and one family were honored April 5
Nov 09, 2023
The historic building is said to have a haunted past
Oct 31, 2023
UMKC Conservatory students benefit from family’s generous gifts
Aug 08, 2023
Conservatory alumnus Kameron Saunders even had the chance to ‘make the whole place shimmer’ in Kansas City recently
Jul 17, 2023
Student entrepreneurs champion the side hustle
Jun 23, 2023
Campus event at Henry W. Bloch School of Management provides information, celebration
Jun 05, 2023
Graduating students are recognized for their outstanding academic performance, community leadership and service
May 15, 2023
UMKC students who presented are from the Conservatory, School of Humanities and Social Sciences and School of Science and Engineering
Apr 18, 2023
15 alumni and one family honored
Mar 23, 2023
Blanton and Haber to spend research year abroad
Mar 23, 2023
For the sixth year in a row, the program was ranked among Top 10 by The Hollywood Reporter.
Mar 15, 2023
Carl Allen is the drummer on a record nominated for Best Large Jazz Ensemble
Jan 31, 2023
More than 800 degrees conferred
Dec 18, 2022
Generosity from donors enables the UMKC Conservatory to expand their Keyboard Area
Nov 29, 2022
Annette Luyben continues her family’s history of supporting musicians
Nov 29, 2022
UMKC faculty bring music program to prison, inspiring hope
Nov 29, 2022
The fine-tuned eccentricities of Paul Rudy.
Nov 17, 2022
Yotam Haber wins $15,000 to write a major new work
Nov 15, 2022
Conservatory graduate Douglas Enderle makes surprise announcement at Crescendo reception
Nov 08, 2022
Annual benefit performance is the Conservatory’s largest fundraising event
Nov 07, 2022
The Urban Music Scene reviews "Back Home in Kansas City" due out October 7 on Smoke Sessions Records
Aug 08, 2022
World-renowned professor mentors UMKC ballet student
Oct 14, 2022
Board of Curators selects two faculty members to receive Curators’ Distinguished Professorship, the university’s highest academic honor
Oct 06, 2022
Doctoral student En-Ting Hsu is helping Kansas City children embrace her art
Sep 07, 2022
From academic realignment to new student-focused partnerships and more, it's been a busy summer on our campuses
Aug 12, 2022
Award Ceremony Honors Two Years of Faculty Excellence
May 19, 2022
Graduate Certificate in Performing Arts Management prepares next generation of leaders for performing arts organizations
May 18, 2022
Thomas Rosenkranz headed to Taiwan
May 06, 2022
Work from variety of disciplines showcased at annual symposium
May 05, 2022
Sixteen alumni and one family were honored at the April event
May 02, 2022
Recital and rehearsal spaces will get improved soundproofing and technology
Apr 21, 2022
Gary Abbott, Professor of Dance, was honored with a Guggenheim Fellowship for choreography
Apr 13, 2022
Students conduct research on cancer, jazz, earthquakes and more
Apr 12, 2022
UMKC alumna Joy Franz (B.M. '64) has graced stages worldwide
Apr 18, 2022
The KC Streetcar connects campus and community
Oct 24, 2025
The awards recognize staff excellence and milestone achievements
Mar 28, 2022
2022 GRAMMY® nominations include Roo faculty and alumnus
Mar 25, 2022
The program was ranked by The Hollywood Reporter
Mar 14, 2022
Hieu Bui is a national semi-finalist in the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival playwriting competition
Mar 10, 2022
UMKC Professor and Chinese-American Chen Yi’s concert was called “very and rhythmic.”
Mar 09, 2022
Conservatory alumna shares how UMKC and Kansas City connections helped advance her career
Feb 23, 2022
More than $2 million has helped enrich academic careers of more than 2,000 women
Feb 22, 2022
UMKC honors Xi Wang, Ph.D. with the Conservatory Alumni Achievement award
Feb 17, 2022
James Mobberley was recognized by the American Academy of Arts and Letters for music composition
Feb 17, 2022
Faculty donation leads to collaboration between professors in the School of Medicine and UMKC Conservatory to yield safer surgeries
Jan 19, 2022
High flying dancers and vibrant musicians and actors took center stage at the 25th annual Crescendo Benefit Gala.
Dec 21, 2021
New Roo alumni celebrate graduation in the heart of Kansas City
Dec 20, 2021
A year of investment, innovation and bold initiatives
Dec 13, 2021