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Sydney Siemens, Roo TV Executive Producer

I have been involved with Roo News for two years now, and I am in my second semester as Roo TV’s producer, helping Bali with photography on occasion. I am a communications major hoping to continue my career as a photographer. Although I photograph just about everything, it would be a dream to travel the world to take pictures of cities, the people within them, and what makes them unique.  

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Pride Prom sign.

A Night of Empowerment and Celebration at ​​UMKC Pride Prom: A Cinematic Night of Inclusion and Liberation.

Sydney Siemens, Staff Writer
May 7, 2024

  UMKC campus was abuzz on April 19 as students came together to celebrate Pride Prom in classic Hollywood style.    From the moment the doors opened, the atmosphere was electric, pulsating with the beats of DJ Chance Romance, a Lawrence native who set the tone for the...

Cars parked in the UMKC Rockhill parking garage.

SGA Presidents Address Ongoing Struggle with Campus Parking Scarcity

Sydney Siemens, RooTV Executive Producer, Staff Writer
April 18, 2024

  UMKC campus has long been plagued by a persistent issue: parking scarcity.    With students voicing frustrations over the lack of available spaces and steep parking fees, the Student Government Association (SGA) has been pressured to address the problem.    During...

The program fosters collaboration and community through specific cohort classes, building lasting relationships among scholars.

UMKC Elevates Education with Bloch School ‘More in 4’ Program

Sydney Siemens, RooTV Executive Producer
April 18, 2024

  UMKC is reshaping the landscape of higher education with its innovative ‘More in 4’ program in the Henry W. Bloch School of Management.   The program will allow students from any major enrolled in the Bloch School of Management to obtain both their undergraduate...

"Take Back the Night" is a nationwide event that aims to stop sexual and domestic violence.

[Photo] UMKC Organizations “Take Back the Night” to Participate in National Sexual Violence Awareness Month

Jazlyn Summers, Roo News Intern
April 17, 2024

"Take Back the Night" is a nationwide event that aims to stop sexual and domestic violence.

"Nina Simone: Four Women” playbook.

[Photo] The KC Rep’s “Nina Simone: Four Women” is both timeless and poignant.

Maisy Blanton, Staff Writer
March 5, 2024

"Nina Simone: Four Women” playbook.

The crowd size has increased at each Super Bowl parade for the Chiefs, causing more planning and work for the KCPD.

[Photo] Former NYPD Cop Weighs in on Crowd Safety at Chiefs Parade

Ben Springer, Staff Writer
February 19, 2024

The crowd size has increased at each Super Bowl parade for the Chiefs, causing more planning and work for the KCPD.

UMKCDC regularly updates their practice schedule and have multiple sessions a month.

[Photo] UMKC Dance Club Prepares for First Performance

Luis Marin, Staff Writer
February 14, 2024

UMKCDC regularly updates their practice schedule and have multiple sessions a month.

Pick up some flowers for yourself from Trader Joes!

[Photo] From Me to Me: Crafting Your Perfect Solo Valentine’s Day

Seth Domanski, Staff Writer
February 12, 2024

Pick up some flowers for yourself from Trader Joes!

Blanchard plans to continue sharing her post-prison life in a new docuseries  that will be released in December.

[Photo] Opinion: TikTok’s Latest Influencer is a Murderer: Gypsy Rose Blanchard

Brenda Robinson, Staff Writer
February 6, 2024

Blanchard plans to continue sharing her post-prison life in a new docuseries that will be released in December.

Junior guard/forward Jamar Brown scored 15 points for the Roos on Saturday night.

[Photo] Roos Fall Against Tommies in Summit League Battle

Zach Gunter, Sports Editor
February 6, 2024

Junior guard/forward Jamar Brown scored 15 points for the Roos on Saturday night.

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