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SJA executive officers, panel moderator Kayla Pittman and attendees pose with peace signs and "Roo Ups."
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UMKC Student Justice Alliance hosted the Your Voice Your Power to promote voter knowledge on campusUMKC Student Justice Alliance hosted the Your Voice Your Power to promote voter knowledge on campus
Hali Smith, Intern • March 25, 2025

  The Student Justice Alliance (SJA) hosted the “Your Voice Your Power” event to encourage students to use their voting power in the Student Union the evening of Monday, March 10.    SJA Vice...

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Protesters hold various signs in support of immigrant rights.

Plaza protest brings communities together against Trump

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Sign that says "Future Home of the Divine Gardens."

Vandalism discovered on UMKC’s monuments for Black fraternities and sororities

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Construction going on at the upcoming Foodiverse.

Foodiverse to launch Feb. 10 offering a new dining experience for students

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Team huddles after foul against South Dakota on Jan. 30.

NCAA Violation results in forfeit for women’s basketball

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UMKC Student Union.

UMKC Dives into the Foodiverse, Aiming to Transform the Student Dining Experience

News Feature
Website mentioning the use of the death penalty in Project 2025.
President Donald Trump follows up on executive order signed Jan. 20, 2025
Adriauna Barger, Staff Writer • March 23, 2025

  UMKC students questioned the legitimacy of the executive order signed in January by President Donald Trump that mandates the death penalty to anyone convicted of killing a police officer.    Students and political science professors around UMKC pointed out that Trump’s recent executive order requiring the...

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A student watches the meeting between President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy.
Attendees stand gathered around the table where Hunter Hawthorne, a member of Workers Strike Back, talks about the goals of the group.
A UMKC banner in front of the Student Union.
A student looks at the Giving Day website where information regarding how much money has been donated and how many donors have participated.
Fliers on a bulletin board showcasing diverse student organizations.
The candidates answering questions during the panel.
Chancellor Mauli Agrawal at the 2025 UMKC State of the University address.
Sign that says "Future Home of the Divine Gardens."
Team gathers as the season comes to a close.
Sophomore guard Elauni Bennett had a career day with 20 points.
Starting lineup huddles before the game.
Senior Guard Jamar Brown takes the ball down the court
Senior Forward Melvyn Ebonkoli takes a layup (Feb. 27, 2025)
Senior forward Tamia Ugass celebrates vs South Dakota
Sports
UMKC cheerleaders in action at the Swinney Recreation Center.
Fueled by student fees, KC Athletics reports a revenue of nearly $16 million in 2024
Adriauna Barger, Staff Writer • March 14, 2025

  In 2024, the UMKC athletic department, Kansas City Athletics, brought in almost $16 million. Over 22% of that came from student fees.   While...

Recent Results
Mar 8 Women's Basketball University of Missouri - Kansas City vs. #2 Oral Roberts 73-95 L
Mar 7 Women's Basketball University of Missouri - Kansas City vs. #3 North Dakota State 68-58 W
Mar 6 Men's Basketball University of Missouri - Kansas City vs. #1 Omaha 61-70 L
Mar 5 Men's Basketball University of Missouri - Kansas City vs. #9 Oral Roberts 73-56 W
Mar 2 Women's Softball University of Missouri - Kansas City vs. East Texas A&M 5-4 W
Mar 2 Women's Softball University of Missouri - Kansas City vs. Oklahoma 1-17 L
Lifestyle & Culture
UMKC student Shelyse Fields listening to music while enjoying the warmer weather.
The ultimate 2025 Spring Break playlist – curated from UMKC students
Lilah Manning and Brenna Oxley • March 23, 2025

As students get ready for spring break, music creates the soundtrack to their adventures—no matter how they may be spending it. These are the...

UMKC Haag building featuring one of Missouri’s famous dogwood blossom trees on March 20, 2025. Warmer weather, blue skies, and the return of color on campus has students looking forward to spring break.
UMKC Students for Justice in Palestine buttons pinned onto a keffiyeh. SJP has played an important role in supporting the fight for academic freedom in Palestine.
Stark light falls on Jack (Sam Ragone), Milky White, and the Hen (Everett Quiett)
Roommates Natalia Rosales (left) and Isabella Peña (right) working in their shared desk space.
A student looking at nepo babies on her laptop in a classroom.
Clothes available during the pop-up.
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