This year, the president of UMKC’s Composers Guild, Ian Chung, had the opportunity to showcase two of his works at the Del Mar International Composers Symposium (DMICS).   Chung showcased the works “Toy Soldier Blues” and “The Awakening”, the former being a more...

  UMKC’s zine collection is a key resource for academic research, especially in English and literature courses. The zines are used to explore topics in print culture, rhetoric and other areas.  The LaBudde Special Collections is home to a significant archive of zines....

  UMKC students can expect a transformed campus with advanced construction projects across the metro, with the 51st Street between Cherry Street and Rockhill Road already underway.    Announced in April, this plan includes a Healthcare Delivery and Innovation Building,...

  In the heart of Kansas City’s bustling music scene resides a unique figure known as God’s Computer.   Liam O’Hara, as he is known offstage, is not your average musician.    I had the opportunity to delve into the mind behind the music and explore the creative...

  There is much to criticize about the RideKC public transportation system, but the price of a ride hasn’t been a grievance since March 2020 when Kansas City buses went zero fare.   However, it has recently come to a vote on whether or not RideKC will continue to operate...

  If you are in search of a monument to consumption, look no further than the Kansas City Royals.   If you want to see a culture fall apart, give them the ability to move their baseball stadium to the Crossroads district.    Hiding behind the successful Kansas City Chiefs,...

Since 1973, Kauffman Stadium has been the heart and soul of the Kansas City Royals. Every swing and cheer has woven a tale of baseball glory and unwavering fan devotion.   Situated in the heart of Jackson County, Kauffman Stadium has been the site of many historic moments....

  As the Super Bowl approached with the promise of an epic showdown, many viewers eagerly anticipated a different battle off the field – the clash of creativity between brands during the commercial breaks.   The game has worked as a perfect stage to capture the attention...

  Known for crafting emotive tracks that blend pop-punk, dark-pop and Victorian punk rock, XURA has always had plans to make a statement in the music industry with his distinctive sound.   XURA, known offstage as Hayden Guhr, knew from early on that he wanted to pursue...