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Piano student Naren Palomino Pardo performing at his master's recital.
Naren Palomino Pardo, the atypical Conservatory student residing in senior living
Palomino Pardo will be living at Claridge Court rent-free for a year through a musician residency deal with UMKC.
Rachel Meng and Sara Hanon November 14, 2025
A protester flying the Straw Hat flag at the Kansas City No Kings Protest held on Oct. 18.
An anime flag has become a symbol of resistance
Why has a pirate flag from One Piece become a globally recognized symbol of protest?
Hunter Hill, Staff Writer • November 8, 2025
UMKC students shine a light on who they think deserves more kudos this season.
The unsung heroes of the Kansas City Chiefs
With so much attention on Mahomes and Kelce, who are the Chiefs students feel deserve more praise?
Kevin Connor, Staff Writer • November 8, 2025
UMKC's foodiverse on the weekend.
Why does UMKC feel like a ghost town on weekends?
Students express their opinions on why the campus feels empty and what could make weekends livelier.
Simone Sanchez, Staff Writer • November 13, 2025