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
Feb 17, 2025
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 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
Track and Field superstar Courtney Frerichs will welcome Class of ’21 to join her in ranks of UMKC alumni
Nov 12, 2021
Over the next year, Kansas City, Missouri, will study the effectiveness of three pilot programs designed to repair sidewalks.
Nov 03, 2021
Dr. Mary Anne Jackson has been studying infectious diseases for more than three decades.
Nov 03, 2021
Bloch assistant professor Karen Landay recently led a study to see how passion helps fight stress and burnout amid COVID-19
Nov 02, 2021
Six universities on Best Global University list, including UMKC
Oct 28, 2021
Best colleges in Missouri
Oct 28, 2021
Rent is going up so fast, it’s not just pricing out residents — It’s hurting Kansas City
Oct 17, 2021
Meet six newly funded companies helping get KC’s economy ‘back on track’ with Digital Sandbox
Oct 14, 2021
Launched in 2011, the program currently serves 150 students
Oct 04, 2021
Navy grant will help UMKC develop better tools to help students from diverse backgrounds find success
Sep 30, 2021
Nov. 12 is the date for UMKC Conservatory Crescendo Gala 2021
Sep 20, 2021
From Startland News
Sep 20, 2021
Features 11 state-of-the-art research labs
Sep 23, 2021
How would you use an extra $500?
Sep 22, 2021
Brandon Henderson stepped back from opportunity with positive results
Sep 22, 2021
Comeback KC Ventures aims to turn pandemic-related ideas into healthy startups
Sep 16, 2021
Students in the Division of Theater at UMKC return to in-person productions
Sep 14, 2021
The initiative supports student writing in a multitude of ways
Sep 16, 2021
What ends up as a 60-second spot involved months of planning, entire day of shooting
Sep 15, 2021
Alumni, faculty and students driving real community change to be showcased on TV, billboards, social media and more
Sep 13, 2021
Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation supports Center for Neighborhoods three-year research project
Sep 10, 2021
Research ranges from flight simulation to the breakdown of plastics
Sep 07, 2021
The Division of Diversity and Inclusion will continue to host a series addressing systemic racism in the U.S.
Aug 31, 2021
Flatland interviews Arnold Abels
Aug 19, 2021
The pantry ensures no Roo goes without, especially during the pandemic
Aug 18, 2021
Kansas City Star highlights UMKC Innovation Center’s entrepreneur hotline
Aug 10, 2021
Faculty, staff, volunteers and students included
Aug 10, 2021
Students, employees can win free parking, $500 gift cards
Aug 10, 2021
Flatland interviews vice provost for curriculum and assessment and alumni
Jul 27, 2021
Find your favorites, from macchiatos to mochi donuts
Jul 30, 2021
Unique Kansas City experiences just a hop away
Jul 28, 2021
Get some tips and meet the coordinator
Jul 22, 2021
Growing our excellence and financial stability
Jul 12, 2021
Will lead School of Dentistry, Student Affairs
Jul 12, 2021
Military Times, Military Friendly® recognize UMKC
Jul 02, 2021
UMKC celebrates 17th annual Lavender Graduation and Pride Awards
Jun 23, 2021
A KCUR conversation with the artist of the Corbin Roo
Jun 15, 2021
Signature new program provides unique system of personalized support to help students graduate career-ready
Jun 14, 2021
UMKC professor’s gift increases collection security, longevity
Jun 11, 2021
Kansas City Star features event with Stuart Hinds, curator of Special Collections & Archives at the University of Missouri-Kansas City; and Aus...
Jun 04, 2021
KCUR taps Associate Vice Provost Kim McNeley
May 18, 2021
KCTV5 interviews UMKC students about Commencement
May 13, 2021
Historic setting at Kauffman Stadium marks emergence from isolation
May 16, 2021
First round of funding from the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation supports seven initiatives
May 14, 2021
UMKC to have full-capacity Fall 2021 semester
May 06, 2021
Renovations geared for student success
May 05, 2021
Fox4KC reports on unveiling of Roo statue
Apr 26, 2021
Startland News picked up story from Action 41 News
Apr 22, 2021
Students, faculty and staff welcome new Roo to campus
Apr 26, 2021
Unique socially-distanced event celebrates center’s fifth anniversary
Apr 20, 2021
Annual event recognizes contributions
Apr 20, 2021
A monumental symbol of tradition at UMKC
Apr 19, 2021
Yanira Merino channels César Chávez in annual lecture
Apr 12, 2021
UMKC in top one-third of U.S. schools for family medicine
Mar 30, 2021
Ceremonies for 2020 and 2021 graduates will be May 15 and 16
Mar 19, 2021