Office of the Provost
A Vision for Academic and Scholarly Excellence
UMKC delivers exceptional academic programs, holistic student support services, and globally recognized faculty research and creative works. We work to ensure students thrive and that our community benefits from the impactful work of our world-class scholars. At UMKC, we are family, and we’re committed to your success. Roo up!
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Our organization
Discover our academic units, university centers and institutes, and other student and faculty support divisions.
Career Opportunities
Explore our open administrative postings and other career opportunities at UMKC.
Latest News
UMKC Honors Graduate Excellence with Breakthrough Research and Creative Impact
12 Jun 2026 | From innovative vaccine delivery technology to reimagining community through contemporary music, this year’s top graduate award winners showcase the transformative power of research and creativity at Kansas City’s Carnegie R1 university Read full story UMKC Honors Graduate Excellence with Breakthrough Research and Creative Impact
UMKC Staff Member Honored by Special Olympics of Missouri
11 Jun 2026 | Casey Davison helped found the Special Olympics and UMKC unified teams, which have become models for the state Read full story UMKC Staff Member Honored by Special Olympics of Missouri
Step into the Anechoic Chamber, the Quietest Place at UMKC
3 Jun 2026 | Chamber is part of the William T. Kemper Research Lab: Characterization for Electromagnetics, Antennas and RF Technology Read full story Step into the Anechoic Chamber, the Quietest Place at UMKC