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UMKC and KC Repertory Theater- An outside look of the Spencer Theater
Featured
The storytellers of campus: Exciting new changes to come for the UMKC theatre department
Rachel Meng, Intern • July 11, 2025

   The UMKC Theatre Department is undergoing many changes to provide exciting new opportunities for students.     A Conservatory expansion and performing arts center renovation, including a black...

Trending Stories
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Emergency Alert pole located in the Quad.

Gunpoint Robbery in Education Building Sparks Fear Among UMKC Students and Staff

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SGA President Justice Horn signing an executive order.

Justice Horn signs 10 executive orders and proclamations on first day in office

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Kasey the Kangroo, UMKC's mascot, does the "roo up" hand sign at a KC Current pop-up on campus.

UMKC to spend nearly $3.4 million on pro sport team partnerships

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A metered parking sign in the Oak Street Parking Garage. Many spots in the lot are metered which limits students who already bought permits and don't want to pay an additional fee.

New SGA president's promise of free parking has 'zero' chance of happening, Chancellor says

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The Foodiverse during a lunch rush.

Chancellor isn’t pleased with quality after going “undercover” to the Foodiverse

News Feature
Construction in front of Atterbury Student Success Center
UMKC begins major renovation of Atterbury Student Success Center
Lucas Campbell, Lifestyle and Culture Editor • July 14, 2025

In May, the renovations began on UMKC’s Atterbury Student Success Center (ASSC) to transition the building into a more welcoming environment for upcoming students.    The renovation covers approximately 44,400 square feet across the basement and second floors of the building.   The space will be home to...

Protesters gathered at Mill Creek Park by the Plaza to peacefully protest.
UMKC Conservatory labeled on a music stand.
Office of International Student Affairs.
Peter Okeke, UMKC student holding a sign that says "TUITION?"
SGA President Justice Horn signing an executive order.
Outside of Miller Nichols Library on campus.
Roo Wellness and Student Accessibility Services Signs.
First Gen Roo sign in the FGR space.
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.
Sophomore guard Elauni Bennett had a career day with 20 points.
Sports
December 25, 2023, Arrowhead Stadium - Chiefs vs Raiders
UMKC Students React to Chiefs’ 2025 Draft Class
Adriauna Barger, Staff Writer • May 5, 2025

  As Kansas City welcomed its newest group of Chiefs, the buzz around the 2025 NFL Draft rippled all the way to the UMKC campus, where students...

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Lifestyle & Culture
Student walking through the quad during summer classes.
Empty hallways, empty calendars: UMKC’s summer struggle for connection
Rachel Meng, Intern • July 15, 2025

   Summer at UMKC has a sparse student population around campus, as opposed to the usual crowds of classes and events during the school year.     UMKC,...

Student walking through the quad during summer classes.
A latte featuring the Messenger Coffee logo on the cup.

Adriauna Barger, Staff Writer

April 27, 2025

Store front of museum.
Clothes at the Swap
Members of SAGA behind their booth at the event.
A look inside commuter student Seiry Melendez’s backpack.
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