A night celebrating Kansas City’s global moment
Jun 29, 2026
Through an immersive and accessible new program in Québec City, students gained global perspective, confidence and experiences they’ll n...
Jun 18, 2026
A $730,000 multi-university initiative is helping researchers rethink how food is produced and delivered to improve access to fresh produce across ...
Jun 15, 2026
Change enhances university’s impact on health services, policy and community outcomes across the nation
Jun 12, 2026
Chamber is part of the William T. Kemper Research Lab: Characterization for Electromagnetics, Antennas and RF Technology
Jun 03, 2026
From Mexico to South Korea, six UMKC students are preparing for international study experiences
May 13, 2026
Kansas City and UMKC announce transformative partnership bringing Roos basketball back to one of the city’s most iconic venues
May 12, 2026
Recognized for decades of excellence in academic medicine, research leadership and service to University Health and Kansas City, Sabates will recei...
May 01, 2026
You might also call Provost Jenny Lundgren the chief faculty-and-student-experience officer
Apr 21, 2026
Gift will transform flagship venture creation challenge and enhance Bloch Consulting Lab
Apr 24, 2026
Amanda Davis, UMKC advancement leader and alumna, shares how Blue & Bold is transforming the university, empowering students and strengthening ...
Apr 13, 2026
Support will focus on programming and degree attainment
Apr 06, 2026
Miguel Mostafá will strengthen research ecosystems and elevate student success
Apr 03, 2026
Staff Awards 2026 recognizes people who elevate the university and Kansas City community
Apr 01, 2026
Calvin Flemons blends faith, pharmacy and Black excellence to inspire future healthcare leaders
Mar 26, 2026
Viral Eras Tour dancer Kameron N. Saunders and breast health advocate Amy Patel, both UMKC alumni, will honor graduates
Mar 26, 2026
A powerful day of generosity brings record participation, unprecedented momentum and transformative impact
Mar 10, 2026
Kansas City celebrates the Turgeon Era
Mar 09, 2026
Adams visited the School of Medicine for the milestone event, sharing insights on the nation’s mental health challenges and the future of equ...
Mar 04, 2026
A multi-school strategy expands rural education, training and career pathways to address statewide healthcare shortages
Feb 25, 2026
For 24 hours, Roos everywhere unite to power student success at UMKC
Feb 17, 2026
UMKC Student Emergency Fund helps students overcome unexpected financial hurdles and stay in school
Feb 06, 2026
Jerry and Patty Reece have contributed decades of service and philanthropy, elevating education, arts and community impact
Feb 03, 2026
A Kansas native, Turgeon will bring over 20 years of head coaching experience and 10 NCAA Tournament bids to the Kansas City sidelines
Feb 01, 2026
The event, Feb. 6-7, is co-organized with The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, in association with its featured exhibition, Painted Worlds
Jan 30, 2026
Sue Agrawal will chair a Council for the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU)
Jan 23, 2026
Tiffany S.W. Hamilton (BLA ’03, M.A. ’09) is this year’s Defying the Odds Alumni Award winner
Jan 20, 2026
Matt Robertson chose UMKC for its renowned jazz faculty and location in the heart of KC
Jan 25, 2026
Kansas City emerges as a contender to lead America’s critical materials future through innovation, workforce development and regional collabo...
Jan 14, 2026
New site at the University of Missouri in Columbia increases access to rural healthcare needs
Jan 12, 2026
Alumnus and business leader Nathaniel Hagedorn delivered the keynote address
Dec 17, 2025
Care Center provides vital support for UMKC community members facing food insecurity
Dec 15, 2025
Initiative would enhance national security and create thousands of jobs
Nov 24, 2025
Your greatest gift may be the one not yet considered
Nov 14, 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
Major step forward in the university’s largest capital project
Sep 17, 2025
Roo pride shines through summer transformations
Aug 20, 2025
From accelerated degree programs to life-changing community fellowships, our generous supporters create opportunity and lasting impact
Jul 10, 2025
Community and research brought Matthew Robinson to Kansas City
Jul 09, 2025
Changes impact students, faculty, staff and visitors
Jun 11, 2025
Space will centralize and enhance university academic support services
May 19, 2025
The new campus spot will serve as a hangout space for students
Apr 15, 2025
University confers more than 2,600 degrees
May 17, 2025
UMKC building on its strong commitment to research amid national top-tier designation
Apr 07, 2025
The new traffic measure will improve safety at the intersection
Apr 01, 2025
2025 Staff Awards celebrate achievements and service milestones
Mar 19, 2025
Chancellor announces School of Dentistry expansion plans
Mar 10, 2025
Missouri Institute for Defense and Energy (MIDE) leads research projects to improve society
Jan 28, 2025
Graduates include first cohort from UMKC School of Medicine St. Joseph, Missouri campus
Dec 15, 2024
Rarely heard recordings from the archives are part of new “Bird in Kansas City” album
Nov 05, 2024
$145 million project is largest UMKC capital project in university history
Sep 11, 2024
Continued recognition as a leader in medical education
Jul 23, 2024
Construction includes largest capital improvement project to date
May 12, 2026
One of 17 schools in the nation to receive the inaugural award
Jul 09, 2024
Five new details about the Foodiverse
Jun 17, 2024
Liberty Gladden heads to South Korea, thanks to her award
May 31, 2024
UMKC is a supporting sponsor of exhibit at Union Station
May 24, 2024
Chancellor announces research achievements, student-success milestones and major building initiatives
Apr 03, 2024
2024 Staff Awards celebrate service milestones and accomplishments
Mar 20, 2024
Awarded projects range from advertising to writing
Feb 26, 2024
Visuals that capture the year
Dec 19, 2023
Kansas City’s university held its annual Mid-Year Commencement at the T-Mobile Center in downtown Kansas City
Dec 15, 2023
Alexander Norbash has a background in research and health-care collaboration
Nov 13, 2023
Our Healthy Jackson County is bringing health care to the people
Oct 18, 2023
Renderings unveiled for $120 million Healthcare Delivery and Innovation Building
Oct 17, 2023
Supplemental Instruction helps universities around the world
Oct 10, 2023
Placement in the heart of campus reflects an environment of invigorating multiculturalism, globalism and inclusion
Sep 11, 2023
Five-year partnership centers on student recruitment, scholarships and success programs
Sep 06, 2023
The expanded footprint in St. Joseph, Missouri is designed to train rural healthcare providers
Aug 28, 2023
Plenty! The Divine Nine Garden and two new recreational fields are just the beginning
Aug 14, 2023
Shizhen “Jeff” Wang’s project will be funded for up to four years
Jul 18, 2023
The award will fund promising research on a treatment for ALS
Jul 13, 2023
New partnership showcases a nine-decade history based on mutual admiration for the Roo
May 17, 2023
The ceremonies were held on May 13, 2023
May 13, 2023
Awards recognize staff milestones and excellence
Apr 19, 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
More than 800 degrees conferred
Dec 18, 2022
A look back at some of our favorite memories
Dec 09, 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
Leader will set priorities for establishing the new school
Sep 09, 2022
Convocation, Roo Welcome and soccer headlined the first week of the semester
Aug 26, 2022
Former faculty member at University of Tennessee served as associate dean for equity and inclusion in the College of Social Work there.
Jul 25, 2022
More than 2,300 degrees conferred at second consecutive spring stadium celebration
May 15, 2022
UMKC hosts discussion to explore new perspectives on higher education
Apr 22, 2022
The logo update maintains its visual roots while strengthening its visual presence for current needs
Apr 20, 2022
Dionnah Jackson-Durrett, a former first-round WNBA pick, served as the associate head coach at Texas over the past two seasons
Apr 12, 2022
The KC Streetcar connects campus and community
Oct 24, 2025
The awards recognize staff excellence and milestone achievements
Mar 28, 2022
Former Kansas City Chiefs player and current UMKC staff member helped cheer his son to two Super Bowl wins.
Feb 21, 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
The governor discussed "building the foundation" for important partnerships
Feb 09, 2022
An advisor's encouragement for her students
Jan 26, 2022
New Roo alumni celebrate graduation in the heart of Kansas City
Dec 20, 2021
Moments we'll remember from this last year
Dec 16, 2021
A year of investment, innovation and bold initiatives
Dec 13, 2021
Eight students honored for academic excellence, leadership and service
Dec 10, 2021