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Enactus at UMKC: A Platform for Student Innovation and Social Responsibility

Lilah Manning, Staff Writer
March 21, 2024

  Members of Enactus gather at the Bloch Executive Hall’s room 331 every Tuesday to discuss ongoing and collaborative projects that positively impact their community.   Enactus is a global non-profit organization that aims to equip students with the necessary skills...

 Tabling event hosted by SJP.

UMKC Students for Justice in Palestine Defy Setbacks, Empower Palestinian Voices

Alexandrea Erisman, Staff Writer
March 11, 2024

  The Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) group has recently rereleased the announcement of their executive board. Although initially shared publicly in October 2023, however, they quickly removed their post to avoid possible negative interactions on campus.    “I...

Student walking towards UMKCs Student Union.

Roos Give Back: Spreading Hope One PB&J at a Time

Aubrionna Mead, Staff Writer
March 10, 2024

  First Gen Roos and UMKC’s Alpha Alpha Alpha fraternity gave back Wednesday, Feb. 28 by making over 400 peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to hand out to Kansas City’s unhoused population.    This generous give-back took place in the First Gen Den in Atterbury Student...

St. Patricks Day Parade poster.

Mayor Quinton Lucas faces backlash for pushing ahead with St. Patrick’s Day parade despite safety concerns

Lucas Campbell, Staff Writer
February 29, 2024

  Amidst heightened concerns for public safety following the shootings at the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl parade, Mayor Quinton Lucas' determination to proceed with the St. Patrick's Day Parade has ignited anger and skepticism among citizens.   “We have a plan for...

The meeting concluded in 25 minutes and both proposed bills passed on their first reading to the SGA Senate.

Advancing Campus Engagement: SGA’s Proactive Legislative Proposals

Jazlyn Summers, Roo News Intern
February 27, 2024

  The Student Government Association (SGA) had a quick meeting on Monday, Feb. 19 to propose two new bills.    The first bill, titled “Announcements Resolution,” was proposed by Senator Shewit Abai.    “This is just another way to connect the school with the...

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