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Elie Kisoka prepares to kick a goal.
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Senior Spotlight: Elie Kisoka 
Jalen McNeal, Staff Writer • October 1, 2025

  Senior men’s soccer player Elie Kisoka has hopes to go out with a bang for his last year at UMKC. Here, Kisoka talks about the start of his senior season, reflects on his journey with the Roos and...

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Student reading news article on Kirk's death.

Tensions rise as UMKC students react to Charlie Kirk’s assassination 

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Instagram post (@umkcsgapresident) next to Student Government Association podium and gavel. Designed by Ashley Crockett.

Former SGA presidents elaborate on misleading post from President Justice Horn

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A light pole banner on campus featuring a UMKC volleyball player.

Gaps remain in funding and coverage of women’s athletics at UMKC

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Construction in front of Atterbury Student Success Center

UMKC begins major renovation of Atterbury Student Success Center

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Emilia (left) and Delfina (right) Zolesio Fernandez Blanco on media day.

Double Trouble: The athletic twins of UMKC and how their dynamics benefit the team

News Feature
Instagram post (@umkcsgapresident) next to Student Government Association podium and gavel. Designed by Ashley Crockett.
Former SGA presidents elaborate on misleading post from President Justice Horn
Evelyn Berger, Jazlyn Summers, and Zane Oliver Watt Hoven • September 28, 2025

  Two former SGA presidents claim that the current President, Justice Horn, is exaggerating the accomplishments of his first three weeks in office.   Horn highlighted those accomplishments in a Sept. 20 Instagram post that the former presidents are now disputing. Former presidents Yasmen Hassen and Ophelia Griffin...

Student using emergency button on campus.
KCPL Plaza location sign where the talk took place
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline on Bulletin Board.
Co Director of the First Year Council, Olivia Christensen, at the podium.
University Missouri-Kansas City Fine Arts computer room accessible to most students and used to teach technology courses.
Missouri State Capitol Building.
SGA President Justice Horn along with other members at a meeting on Monday, September 15th.
Colorful chairs at Roo Plaza.

Robert Stone, Staff Writer

September 18, 2025

Chiefs vs. Eagles at Arrowhead Stadium pre-game on Sept 14.

Kevin Connor, Staff Writer

September 29, 2025

December 25, 2023, Arrowhead Stadium - Chiefs vs Raiders
Roos Softball struggles in 2025 season
Kasey the Kangroo, UMKC's mascot, does the "roo up" hand sign at a KC Current pop-up on campus.
UMKC logo featured on a golf ball pictured in a grassy field.

Jazmin Romo, Staff Writer

April 13, 2025

Team gathers as the season comes to a close.
Sports
Student marketing intern for UMKC Athletics, Gretschen Nichol, at Durwood Stadium.
Taking a Dive in UMKC Gamedays’ Behind-the-Scenes
Jazmin Romo, Staff Writer • September 30, 2025

  Season after season, UMKC Athletics takes on many critical roles that are essential to every game.    While students do not often witness...

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Mar 5 Men's Basketball University of Missouri - Kansas City vs. #9 Oral Roberts 73-56 W
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Lifestyle & Culture
Student considering UMKC on their computer.
UMKC Family Weekend Brings Connection, but Leaves Students Wanting More
Simone Sanchez, Staff Writer • October 1, 2025

  UMKC’s 2025 Family Weekend left students with mixed feelings about the annual event.    Family Weekend is a celebration of connection,...

Student considering UMKC on their computer.
Student downloading the Yik Yak app on their phone.

Dana Valenzuela Portillo, Community Outreach Manager

September 26, 2025

Student's collection of Labubu's.
Host, KC Sunshine performing and receiving tips.
The Color Purple Playbill.
Student listening to songs on Spotify.
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