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The Olsen Performing Arts Center needs improvements, according to students.
Students Voice Concerns about the Olsen Performing Arts Center
December 6, 2022
The class gives students the opportunity to help curate an online exhibit and help build their resumes and portfolios.
English Professor Offers New Opportunity for Students
December 4, 2022
Woman in Business is a club looking to address problems that plague women in the workplace.
UMKC Students Form New Club Dedicated to Women in the Corporate World
December 2, 2022
A student notices that their meat is undercooked after cutting it open
Dining Dilemma: Students Still Unhappy With Lack of Significant Change
December 1, 2022
SGA is comprised of elected executives and volunteer senators working to help students wants and needs become a reality.
SGA Discusses Impeachment Amongst Rising Tension
November 29, 2022
Missouri Gov. Mike Parsons speaks at UMKC donor announcement
Sunderland Foundation Grants $30 Million For New UMKC Medical Building
November 6, 2022
In a mid-September poll of 670 likely voters in Missouri, SurveyUSA found 62% are “certain to vote yes” on Amendment 3. (Breanne Blankenship/RooNews).
What UMKC Students Need to Know About Amendment 3
November 3, 2022
Kansas City Current, groundbreaking, riverfront park
Kansas City Current Makes History In A Groundbreaking Event
October 25, 2022
KCUR’s “Overlooked” Shines Light On KCK Injustice
KCUR’s “Overlooked” Shines Light On KCK Injustice
October 19, 2022
Broken-into car on Charlotte St., just yards away from UMKCs Rockhill parking garage. Photo by Ellen Beshuk
Break-ins Beside Campus
October 19, 2022
The class gives students the opportunity to help curate an online exhibit and help build their resumes and portfolios.
English Professor Offers New Opportunity for Students
December 4, 2022
Students gather at UMKCs Career Services Networking in the 816 event. Photo by Rex Stickney
UMKC Career Services Hosts Networking in the 816
November 17, 2022
American Idol season 20 runner-up HunterGirl sings to the crowd of fans in Uptown Theatre. |Photo Courtesy of Industrial Media
Strumming to Success
November 3, 2022
UMKC Holds Campus-Wide Day of Service at Roos Give Back
UMKC Holds Campus-Wide Day of Service at Roos Give Back
October 27, 2022
KCUR’s “Overlooked” Shines Light On KCK Injustice
KCUR’s “Overlooked” Shines Light On KCK Injustice
October 19, 2022
Students gather at UMKCs Career Services Networking in the 816 event. Photo by Rex Stickney
UMKC Career Services Hosts Networking in the 816
November 17, 2022
Fake African weddings are a popular trend on TikTok and UMKC wants to join on the fun.
African Student Association Formally Invites You to Their Fake Wedding
November 10, 2022
American Idol season 20 runner-up HunterGirl sings to the crowd of fans in Uptown Theatre. |Photo Courtesy of Industrial Media
Strumming to Success
November 3, 2022
UMKC Holds Campus-Wide Day of Service at Roos Give Back
UMKC Holds Campus-Wide Day of Service at Roos Give Back
October 27, 2022
KC Current Stadium Groundbreaking Party
KC Current Stadium Groundbreaking Party
October 26, 2022
Mahomes hosted an event with his 15 and The Mahomies Foundation to watch Black Panther: Wakanda Forever with individuals from the Boys and Girls Club.
15 Minutes with Mr. KC
November 30, 2022
Photo courtesy of Google Maps.
Bubble Wrapp KC: Where Indie Art and Toys Come Together
November 18, 2022
Photo by Bre Blankenship/RooNews
A Grooming Epidemic: Two Documentaries Expose Pedophilia in American Institutions
November 9, 2022
Photo courtesy of @taylorswift on Instagram.
Review: Taylor Swift’s Midnights is a Masterpiece
November 9, 2022
Photo courtesy of TV Insider
“The Munsters” is Excellent: Hear Me Out
October 14, 2022
Mahomes hosted an event with his 15 and The Mahomies Foundation to watch Black Panther: Wakanda Forever with individuals from the Boys and Girls Club.
15 Minutes with Mr. KC
November 30, 2022
Worlds of Fun Haunt
Worlds of Fun Haunt
October 18, 2022
Alumni Pre-Game Festival
Alumni Pre-Game Festival
October 11, 2022
Photo courtesy of Worlds of Fun website
How to Haunt
October 6, 2022
Kansas City Plaza Art Fair
Kansas City Plaza Art Fair
September 27, 2022
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever has grossed $676 million worldwide.
Review: “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever”
December 1, 2022
Photo courtesy of HBO Max.
The New Observer: “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” Review
November 17, 2022
Photo by Bre Blankenship/RooNews
A Grooming Epidemic: Two Documentaries Expose Pedophilia in American Institutions
November 9, 2022
Photo courtesy of TV Insider
“The Munsters” is Excellent: Hear Me Out
October 14, 2022
Photo courtesy of IMDb.
Don’t Worry It Didn’t Suck: Olivia Wilde’s Long Anticipated Film “Don’t Worry Darling” Hits Theaters
October 13, 2022
Streaming services are considering removing Yes music due to recent controversy surrounding his anti-semitic comments. (Photo taken from Yes Instagram)
Kanye West’s Music Should NOT be Taken Off Streaming Services
November 29, 2022
Photo courtesy of @taylorswift on Instagram.
Review: Taylor Swift’s Midnights is a Masterpiece
November 9, 2022
Photo courtesy of Brooke Tramel/RooNews
Review: Tyler Childers’ “Can I Take My Hounds to Heaven?”
October 19, 2022
Campus Band warm up before rehearsal. Photo by Ellen Beshuk
UMKC Forms Band Open to All
October 6, 2022
Anchor Island Coffee
Anchor Island Coffee Temporarily Shut Down After A Late Accident
September 21, 2022
Photo courtesy of Maddy Bremer/RooNews
Made in KC Is Making Local Art Accessible
September 20, 2022
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever has grossed $676 million worldwide.
Review: “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever”
December 1, 2022
Photo courtesy of HBO Max.
The New Observer: “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” Review
November 17, 2022
Photo courtesy of @taylorswift on Instagram.
Review: Taylor Swift’s Midnights is a Masterpiece
November 9, 2022
Photo courtesy of Brooke Tramel/RooNews
Review: Tyler Childers’ “Can I Take My Hounds to Heaven?”
October 19, 2022
Photo courtesy of TV Insider
“The Munsters” is Excellent: Hear Me Out
October 14, 2022
Review: “Four Children” is an emotional and moving experience
Review: “Four Children” is an emotional and moving experience
October 18, 2021
Fox works to promote Kansas City Athletics and highlight UMKC student athletes.
Meet a Roo: Jerod Fox
December 1, 2022
Photo by Julia Kapros
Don’t Count the UMKC Men’s Basketball Team Out, Not Yet
November 28, 2022
Kansas City Roos, Mens Soccer
The Formula to Post-Season Success: Kansas City Roos’ Men’s Soccer
November 10, 2022
Kansas City Mens Basketball Home Opener
Kansas City Men’s Basketball Home Opener
November 8, 2022
Kansas City Mens Soccer Victorious Final Home Game
Kansas City Men’s Soccer Victorious Final Home Game
November 6, 2022
UMKC professor Dr. Amy Patel (middle) accepts the Chiefs Fan of the Year from Chiefs CEO Clark Hunt (right) and NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (left). //Photo submitted by Amy Patel
UMKC Professor Nominated as NFL Fan of the Year
November 10, 2022
KC Current Stadium Groundbreaking Party
KC Current Stadium Groundbreaking Party
October 26, 2022
Kansas City Current, groundbreaking, riverfront park
Kansas City Current Makes History In A Groundbreaking Event
October 25, 2022
The Kansas City Royals are seeking a new skipper for the upcoming season. (Photo provided by USA Today)
Five Potential Managers for the Royals
October 17, 2022
Kansas City Royals
UMKC Student Pushed By Davante Adams During Chiefs Game
October 12, 2022
Fox works to promote Kansas City Athletics and highlight UMKC student athletes.
Meet a Roo: Jerod Fox
December 1, 2022
Mahomes hosted an event with his 15 and The Mahomies Foundation to watch Black Panther: Wakanda Forever with individuals from the Boys and Girls Club.
15 Minutes with Mr. KC
November 30, 2022
Kansas City Mens Basketball Dominates Calvary Bible 113-54
Kansas City Men’s Basketball Dominates Calvary Bible 113-54
November 16, 2022
Cody Tapp
Meet A Roo: Cody Tapp
November 8, 2022
Kansas City Mens Soccer Victorious Final Home Game
Kansas City Men’s Soccer Victorious Final Home Game
November 6, 2022
Networking in the 816, Affordable Housing, NFL Fan of the Year, Vision Zero: RooTV 11/27/22
Networking in the 816, Affordable Housing, NFL Fan of the Year, Vision Zero: RooTV 11/27/22
November 29, 2022
New UMKC Medical and Dental Facility, Amendment 3, Abortion Law, Britt Reid Sentenced: RooTV 11/12/22
New UMKC Medical and Dental Facility, Amendment 3, Abortion Law, Britt Reid Sentenced: RooTV 11/12/22
November 13, 2022
Roos Give Back, Raising Teachers Salaries, Cameras in Classrooms: RooTV 10/31/22
Roos Give Back, Raising Teachers Salaries, Cameras in Classrooms: RooTV 10/31/22
November 13, 2022
Vehicle break-ins, Interstate Fire, Decriminalizing Homelessness, Age Appropriate Books: RooTV 10/30/22
Vehicle break-ins, Interstate Fire, Decriminalizing Homelessness, Age Appropriate Books: RooTV 10/30/22
November 13, 2022
Campus Band, School Closings, Housing Trust Fund: RooTV 10/20/22
Campus Band, School Closings, Housing Trust Fund: RooTV 10/20/22
November 13, 2022
Kansas City Mens Basketball Dominates Calvary Bible 113-54
Kansas City Men’s Basketball Dominates Calvary Bible 113-54
November 16, 2022
Kansas City Mens Basketball Home Opener
Kansas City Men’s Basketball Home Opener
November 8, 2022
Kansas City Mens Soccer Victorious Final Home Game
Kansas City Men’s Soccer Victorious Final Home Game
November 6, 2022
KC Current Stadium Groundbreaking Party
KC Current Stadium Groundbreaking Party
October 26, 2022
Worlds of Fun Haunt
Worlds of Fun Haunt
October 18, 2022
A Philosophy class discusses the legality of online proctoring.
Proctoring and Personal Privacy
November 30, 2022
Streaming services are considering removing Yes music due to recent controversy surrounding his anti-semitic comments. (Photo taken from Yes Instagram)
Kanye West’s Music Should NOT be Taken Off Streaming Services
November 29, 2022
Photo courtesy of @taylorswift on Instagram.
Review: Taylor Swift’s Midnights is a Masterpiece
November 9, 2022
Kansas City Roos, Mens Soccer, Concussions
Concussions Treatments Need to Improve: Op-ed
November 6, 2022
Photo courtesy of Brooke Tramel/RooNews
Review: Tyler Childers’ “Can I Take My Hounds to Heaven?”
October 19, 2022
Jared McCormack created his podcast, MFA Writers, to help students learn about the field.
UMKC student interviews famous author
May 7, 2022
UMKC costume design program listed as one of best in country
UMKC costume design program listed as one of best in country
May 3, 2022
Chiefs address defensive needs and nail the draft
Chiefs address defensive needs and nail the draft
May 3, 2022
UMKC track and field reinstated
UMKC track and field reinstated
April 28, 2022
The Kansas City Chiefs prepare to draft this Thursday, with 12 total picks. (KC Kingdom)
Kansas City Chiefs mock draft
April 27, 2022

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SGA Discusses Impeachment Amongst Rising Tension
Ellen Beshuk, Staff Writer • November 29, 2022

  UMKC’s Student Government Association (SGA) adopted a new constitution this Monday, which includes impeachment procedures as tensions rise between senators and executives.   Co-author of the new constitution, Senator Hayley Prins, said there has been a lack of communication...

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The Olsen Performing Arts Center needs improvements, according to students.
Students Voice Concerns about the Olsen Performing Arts Center
Aurora Wilson, Staff Writer • December 6, 2022

  Vocal education major Elizabeth Watzke has strived for excellence throughout her time in the UMKC Conservatory but is beginning to question the state of the program.    Watzke, a sophomore originally from Omaha, Nebraska, participated in choir throughout high school and looked forward to taking her skills to...

Woman in Business is a club looking to address problems that plague women in the workplace.
UMKC Students Form New Club Dedicated to Women in the Corporate World
Maddy Bremer, Staff Writer • December 2, 2022
A student notices that their meat is undercooked after cutting it open
Dining Dilemma: Students Still Unhappy With Lack of Significant Change
Zayin Barnes, Managing Editor • December 1, 2022
A Philosophy class discusses the legality of online proctoring.
Proctoring and Personal Privacy
Rex Stickney, Staff Writer • November 30, 2022
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Streaming services are considering removing Yes music due to recent controversy surrounding his anti-semitic comments. (Photo taken from Yes Instagram)
Kanye West’s Music Should NOT be Taken Off Streaming Services
Jackson Ogden, Writer • November 29, 2022

  Separating art from artists has been a very hot discussion in recent years, and none bigger than recent  controversy surrounding Ye, formally known as Kanye West.    Most people are aware of the inappropriate, anti-Semitic and harmful statements Ye has said on various platforms over the past few months, and...

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The New Observer: “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” Review
Cristian Martinez, Sports Editor • November 17, 2022
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A Grooming Epidemic: Two Documentaries Expose Pedophilia in American Institutions
Michael Campbell, Writer • November 9, 2022
Photo courtesy of @taylorswift on Instagram.
Review: Taylor Swift’s Midnights is a Masterpiece
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