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UMKC Students Received University Pushback at Pro-Palestine Protest
Aurora Wilson and Maisy Blanton April 29, 2024

  Over 150 students showed up to participate in a protest in solidarity with Palestine and other protests across the nation on Monday.   Around...

Amidst the festive spirit of St. Patricks Day, the iconic symbol of luck, the clover, reminds us of the rich traditions and celebrations honoring Irish heritage.
Exploring St. Patrick's Day Alternatives in Kansas City
Aydan Stigler and Grace Beshore March 14, 2024

  The annual St. Patrick's Day celebration is just around the corner, and with celebration comes large crowds.    The annual city parade...

Visit the City Market to explore local vendors.
Smart Saving Strategies for a Wallet-Friendly Spring Break
Emily Wheeler, Staff Writer • March 14, 2024

  UMKC students are ready for the upcoming week-long spring break, but are their wallets?   From travel adventures to staycations, spring...

Earth Mother by Sheron Smith
Her Art/Their Art Explores the Female Experience in the 21st Century
Elyse Bredfeldt, Staff Writer • March 12, 2024

  Her Art/Their Art is a collection that aims to answer the question: “What does it mean to identify, live, navigate, or be perceived by society...

Nina Simone: Four Women” playbook.
The KC Rep’s “Nina Simone: Four Women” is both timeless and poignant.
Maisy Blanton, Staff Writer • March 5, 2024

  The Kansas City Repertory Theater (KCRep) recently performed “Nina Simone: Four Women.” The show follows musician Nina Simone as she...

UMKC Students Express Their Feelings Regarding Dorm Life: RooTV 10/25/23

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On this week’s show, Deja McKenzie breaks down how UMKC students feel about dorm life here on campus and what they think about the floodings in recent years before giving us an update on the conflict in Israel.

Jackson Ogden takes us into the den to give us an update on UMKC fall sports as they wind down their seasons and prepare for postseason play, before giving an update on the Chiefs.

Then, as we continue to approach Halloween the “Spooky Special” gives us some more films that we can watch to get in the spirit of the season.

Lastly, Afnan Hussain is back to give us another book-to-movie adaptation review and what version she picks might shock you!

For more UMKC-related news, visit kcroonews.com

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