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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, known as a commuter school, has students living all over the KC metro area, making it harder for some to stay in touch...

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...

UMKC and KC Repertory Theater- An outside look of the Spencer Theater

The storytellers of campus: Exciting new changes to come for the UMKC Theatre Division

Rachel Meng, Intern
July 11, 2025

   The UMKC Theatre Division is undergoing many changes to provide exciting new opportunities for students.     A Conservatory expansion and performing arts center renovation, including a black box theater and practice spaces, were announced this year. Furthermore,...

Protesters gathered at Mill Creek Park by the Plaza to peacefully protest.

“Heartwarming, Powerful, and Inspiring”: Kansas City Unites for No Kings Day

Jazlyn Summers, Editor-in-Chief
June 14, 2025

  Thousands of community members gathered at the Country Club Plaza today for “No Kings Day” protests.    “No Kings” is an organization that planned protests all around the country as an act of defiance, in lieu of the Flag Day parade for President Donald Trump’s...

Watchers cheer on as Pride KC truck passes.

A Proclamation, a Parade and Persevering Pride Through 50th Annual KC Pride Festival

Liv Centa and Rachel Meng
June 10, 2025

  Kansas City’s 50th annual Pride festival began on June 6, followed by the annual parade through Westport to the Country Club Plaza on June 7.      KC Pride is a three-day festival that allows the community to show its support for LGBTQIA+ individuals during Pride...

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