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Julia Kapros

Julia Kapros, Photography Editor/Social Media Manager

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The newly under-construction Pennway Point Observation Wheel.

[Photo] Observe This: We Don’t Need an ‘Observation Wheel’

September 28, 2023

The newly under-construction Pennway Point Observation Wheel.

Biology major and UMKC volleyball player, Sydney Henry, wants to help her team make it far in the Summit League Conference tournament.

[Photo] Meet a Roo: Sydney Henry

September 26, 2023

Biology major and UMKC volleyball player, Sydney Henry, wants to help her team make it far in the Summit League Conference tournament.

The innovative system outlines a players skills with the use of sensors.

[Photo] Kansas City Athletics Partners with ShotTracker

September 24, 2023

The innovative system outlines a player's skills with the use of sensors.

Kansas City Athletics look to improve on Swinney Rec.

[Photo] The Roos Make Major Upgrade For Men’s Basketball

August 31, 2023

Kansas City Athletics look to improve on Swinney Rec.

UMKC is in the process of introducing a new facility for the Athletics Department.

[Photo] New Arena, New Roos?

August 24, 2023

UMKC is in the process of introducing a new facility for the Athletic's Department.

Central High Students who participated in the NFL Play event.

NFL Draft Community Event

Julia Kapros, Photographer
April 27, 2023

Michele Xibilia standing with her teammates during practice.

[Photo] Tennis Feature Story: Michela Xibilia

March 30, 2023

Michele Xibilia standing with her teammates during practice.

RayQuawndis Mitchell played a key role in the Roos offense in 2022-2023.

[Photo] RayQuawndis Mitchell Declares for NBA Draft

March 28, 2023

RayQuawndis Mitchell played a key role in the Roos' offense in 2022-2023.

Photo by Julia Kapros/RooNews.

[Photo] It’s Spring Break for UMKC

March 27, 2023

Photo by Julia Kapros/RooNews.

The new NIL program will help student-athletes financially.

[Photo] Kansas City Roos sign deal with INFLCR, an NIL technology program

March 23, 2023

The new NIL program will help student-athletes financially.

Photo by Juilia Kapros/RooNews.

[Photo] Review: “Creed III”

March 22, 2023

Photo by Juilia Kapros/RooNews.

The hip hop duo Rae Sremmurd performing at UMKC excites students across campus.

[Photo] Rae Sremmurd Tickets are Available for UMKC’s Spring Concert

March 17, 2023

The hip hop duo Rae Sremmurd performing at UMKC excites students across campus.

Coach Dionnah Jackson-Durrett will now prepare for the upcoming season for the Roos.

[Photo] Roos’ Fairytale Journey to the Summit League Championship Comes Up Short

March 6, 2023

Coach Dionnah Jackson-Durrett will now prepare for the upcoming season for the Roos.

Head Coach Dionnah Jackson-Durrett looks to make noise in her first year in Kansas City.

[Photo] Summit League Semi-Finals Preview: Kansas City vs. Omaha

March 5, 2023

Head Coach Dionnah Jackson-Durrett looks to make noise in her first year in Kansas City.

The 10th seeded Kansas City Roos defeated the 2nd seeded North Dakota State Bison.

[Photo] Kansas City “Mighty Seven” Earn Summit League Semi-Finals Bid, Upset North Dakota State

March 4, 2023

The 10th seeded Kansas City Roos defeated the 2nd seeded North Dakota State Bison.

The Kansas City Roos could not break the streak of losing in the first round.

[Photo] The Kansas City Roos Eliminated in the First Round Against the Omaha Mavericks

March 4, 2023

The Kansas City Roos could not break the streak of losing in the first round.

This is the Roos first win since 2022, when they beat North Dakota State.

[Photo] Kansas City Shocks Denver, as They Win on a Buzzer-Beater

March 3, 2023

This is the Roos' first win since 2022, when they beat North Dakota State.

The Kansas City Roos look to win in the Summit League tournament.

[Photo] Women’s Basketball Summit League Women’s Basketball Tournament Preview

March 2, 2023

The Kansas City Roos look to win in the Summit League tournament.

The Mob features a variety of instruments from saxophones to bass guitar

[Photo] Meet UMKC’s New Pep Band: The Mob

March 5, 2023

The Mob features a variety of instruments from saxophones to bass guitar

Graduate guard Rayquawndis Mitchell is a key factor for Kansas City going forward.

[Photo] Summit League Men’s Basketball Tournament Preview

February 28, 2023

Graduate guard Rayquawndis Mitchell is a key factor for Kansas City going forward.

The Kansas City Roos season continues to wind down.

[Photo] Men’s Basketball Week in Review: Final Home Stretch

February 24, 2023

The Kansas City Roos season continues to wind down.

The Kansas City Roos look to end the season on a high note.

[Photo] Roos Desperate For Momentum Leading Up to Summit League Tournament

February 23, 2023

The Kansas City Roos look to end the season on a high note.

Campus health effects all students and everyone plays a part.

[Photo] A Group of SGA Senators are Forming an Environmental Council

February 17, 2023

Campus health effects all students and everyone plays a part.

#6 Kennedy Schritenthal

#6 Kennedy Schritenthal

Julia Kapros, Photography Editor/Social Media Manager
February 16, 2023

Kennedy Schritenthal cheers for a Roos' point.

RayQuawndis Mitchell Layup

RayQuawndis Mitchell Layup

Julia Kapros, Photography Editor/Social Media Manager
February 16, 2023

#21 RayQuawndis Mitchell leaps for a shot.

KC Roos Salute to Ronaldo

KC Roos’ Salute to Ronaldo

Julia Kapros, Photography Editor/Social Media Manager
February 16, 2023

Kansas City Men’s Soccer team celebrate their victory win 2-0 against St. Thomas on Senior Night.

Red Kingdom Pride

Red Kingdom Pride

Julia Kapros, Photography Editor
February 16, 2023

The streets of Kansas City shut down on Wednesday, February 15th as over a million Kansas City Chiefs fans gather to celebrate the Super Bowl Champions.

Super Bowl Champions Celebrate at Parade

Super Bowl Champions Celebrate at Parade

Julia Kapros, Photography Editor/Social Media Manager
February 15, 2023

Kansas City welcomed home our Super Bowl Champions on Feb. 15 for the rally and parade celebration, with over 1 million people waiting hours to cheer with the victorious football team.

The organization discusses a variety of topics that relate to the gym, fitness, and the weight lifting community.

[Photo] Girl Gains is Connecting with Women Across Campus

February 14, 2023

The organization discusses a variety of topics that relate to the gym, fitness, and the weight lifting community.

Kansas City Roos, Womens Basketball, RaVon Nero

[Photo] Three Kansas City Women’s Basketball Players No Longer on Active Roster

February 5, 2023

Kansas City looks to add more wins after losing four players within the span of three months.

Kansas City Roos, Mens Soccer

[Photo] UMKC Athletes Sign NIL Deal With Well-known Restaurant

February 6, 2023

Carson Lindsey running with the ball during a game between UMKC and JCCC in 2022.

Kansas City Roos, Mens Basketball

[Photo] Men’s Basketball Midseason Review

February 2, 2023

The Roos huddled up after a big win at home.

Kansas City Roos, Womens Basketball

[Photo] Women’s Basketball Midseason Analysis

February 3, 2023

The Kansas City Roos look to build upon a shaky start in the first half of the season, as they enter last in the conference.

Roos Defeat South Dakota in First Conference Game

Roos Defeat South Dakota in First Conference Game

Julia Kapros, Photography Editor
December 27, 2022

   

Photo by Bre Blankenship/RooNews

Review: “She Said”

Julia Kapros
December 10, 2022

  On the edge of my seat in the theater as a young female who works for her school newspaper, I sat there stunned watching “She Said,” the new film directed by Maria Schrader.    The film follows reporters Megan Twohey and Jodi Kantor from The New York Times as they...

Fox works to promote Kansas City Athletics and highlight UMKC student athletes.

Meet a Roo: Jerod Fox

Julia Kapros, Photo Editor, Social Media Manager
December 1, 2022

  Kansas City Athletics Communications Director Jerod Fox is responsible for emailing coaches and athletes, tweeting about the basketball team’s latest slam dunk and organizing teams for content creation.   Fox takes pride in being a vital piece of an ever growing organization...

Mahomes hosted an event with his 15 and The Mahomies Foundation to watch Black Panther: Wakanda Forever with individuals from the Boys and Girls Club.

15 Minutes with Mr. KC

Julia Kapros, Photo Editor, Social Media Manager
November 30, 2022

  Cameras were set up. The red carpet was out. The media was poised and ready for Patrick Mahomes, the King of Kansas City and one of the world’s best-known athletes, to make his entrance. I stood there, a 23-year-old college student, holding my camera and ready to let loose...

Kansas City Mens Basketball Home Opener

Kansas City Men’s Basketball Home Opener

Julia Kapros, Photography Editor
November 8, 2022

Kansas City Mens Soccer Victorious Final Home Game

Kansas City Men’s Soccer Victorious Final Home Game

Julia Kapros, Photography Editor
November 6, 2022

Kansas City Men's Soccer team celebrate their victory win 2-0 against St. Thomas on Senior Night.

Kansas City Roos, Mens Soccer, Concussions

[Photo] Concussions Treatments Need to Improve: Op-ed

November 6, 2022

"2 in 10 high school athletes who play contact sports — including soccer and lacrosse — will get a concussion this year," according to the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

Downtown Glows

Downtown Glows

Julia Kapros, Photography Editor
October 17, 2022

Downtown Kansas City is filled with colorful glows as businesses illuminate throughout the night. Photos by Julia Kapros

Roos huddle up before game.

Kansas City Defeats St. Thomas 3-0

Julia Kapros, Photography Editor
October 16, 2022

Kansas City Plaza Art Fair

Kansas City Plaza Art Fair

Julia Kapros, Photography Editor
September 27, 2022

One of the Kansas City Country Club Plaza's biggest annual event, the Plaza Art fair occurs every September. Here are some photos captured by Brooke Tramel at this year's event.

Photos by Brooke Tramel

International ROOS Meet & Greet

Julia Kapros, Photography Editor
September 27, 2022

UMKC Roos got together at the UMKC Playhouse on September 16th. Playing lawn games, enjoying a nacho bar, international students had the opportunity to connect with each other in their new home.  

USWNT Defeats Nigeria 4-0 in Exhibition Match

USWNT Defeats Nigeria 4-0 in Exhibition Match

Julia Kapros, Photography Editor
September 6, 2022

Forward Alex Morgan walks onto Children's Mercy Park Field ready to take on Nigeria. Forward Megan Rapinoe stands for the National Anthem. Alex Morgan fights for the ball. Forward Sophia Smith scores US's first goal with an assist from Defender...

With an assist from Christian Koffi and goal by Kazuki Kimbura, Roos win 2-1 against Rockhurst University.

Battle of The Hill: Kansas City Men’s Soccer vs. Rockhurst Exhibition Match

Julia Kapros, Photography Editor
August 30, 2022

Defender, #14, Kotaro Hirokawa Midfielder, #3, Samuel Nagy Forward, #29, Luke Hoelting With an assist from Christian Koffi and goal by Kazuki Kimbura, Roos win 2-1 against Rockhurst University. #7 Kazuki Kimbura and #15 Seth Kacich Defender,...

Photo Series: UMKC Mens Basketball Feb. 24

Photo Series: UMKC Men’s Basketball Feb. 24

Julia Kapros
March 2, 2022

Marvin Nesbitt Jr., #33, scores a slam dunk against South Dakota. Marvin Nesbitt Jr, #33, jumps for the rebound as he and two South Dakota players fight for the ball. Shemarri Allen, #5, guards against a South Dakota player’s fade-away. Arkel Lamar, #3, shoots his...

Photo Series: UMKC Basketball Feb. 14

Photo Series: UMKC Basketball Feb. 14

Julia Kapros
February 17, 2022

Forwards Brooklyn McDavid and Kiara Bradley defend against Oral Roberts, stopping them from a rebound. Kansas City Women's team with victory smiles as they take home another victory on their home court. Women's team Head Coach Jacie Hoyt discusses the game plan during...

Photo Series: UMKC Basketball Jan. 29-Feb. 3

Photo Series: UMKC Basketball Jan. 29-Feb. 3

Julia Kapros
February 8, 2022

Forward Brooklyn McDavid goes for a jump ball in a 74-66 victory over Western Illinois on Jan. 31 Forward Paige Bradford towers over two Western Illinois players to corral rebound in win over Western Illinois on Jan. 31 Senior guard Mandy Willems traps Western Illinois...

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