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A pile of cash sits around a pair of Ray-Ban sunglasses. Even with tight budgets, college students place a huge emphasis on owning brand-name items that are worth more than they should be spending.

Opinion: Cash, credentials and culture — Is middle class more than the money?

McKaylie Forrest, Staff Writer
April 1, 2025

 Defining “middle class” has never been easy. In fact, it is an identity that is often disputed. For some, being middle class is about the money, for others it is about the material things, and for even more it’s about the mindset.   All of the pieces above need to...

The old Kansas City Star building behind a tall fence.

Opinion: Trump’s newest attacks on the media and what it means for you

Carter Galloway, Staff Writer
March 9, 2025

  Donald Trump announced his candidacy for president on June 16, 2015, nearly a decade ago. For many UMKC students, the second half of their lives have been plagued with Trump’s attack on the press. He has advanced his attacks further during his second term.   The Trump...

Plaza Medical Building Mural - 4620 JC Nichols Parkway.

Opinion: Street art flourishes in Kansas City: Here’s where to find it

Zane Oliver Watt Hoven, Staff Writer
November 20, 2024

  Kansas City has a rich street art scene with graffiti and murals all over the city. Here are some of the coolest spots to find great street art near UMKC and beyond.    Something great about UMKC is that there are so many places nearby that are a short walk, bike or...

The Starbucks in the Student Union.

Opinion: UMKC’s coffee havens for midterm survival

Lucas Campbell, Staff Writer
October 24, 2024

 Midterms are in full swing, and students have a variety of local and on-campus coffee shops to fulfill their caffeine cravings during long hours of studying.   Each spot has a unique vibe, catering to the diverse preferences of the student body.   Whether nestled...

A student looking at The Internet Archive.

Opinion: The Internet Archive’s legal battle threatens access to information

Jack Venable, Staff Writer
October 19, 2024

On the verge of changes that will limit the accessibility of knowledge and media, The Internet Archive is facing a challenge, losing its rights to provide free information. If we lose this, we could lose more access in the future. The Internet Archive, a prominent digital...

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