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The group encourages UMKC students to “Verify, verify and verify,” the information they consume and states that media literacy is the basis of a united society.

UMKC Hosts Ukrainian Delegation Combatting Disinformation Through Global Connections

Bre Blankenship, Editor-in-Chief
January 30, 2024

  On Tuesday morning, a group of Ukrainians, sponsored by Global Ties KC, visited Flarsheim Hall to discuss how they are fighting disinformation in Ukraine with members of UMKC faculty and staff.    Six Ukrainians working in academia, journalism and government institutions...

Members from each group stand next to their organizations stone pillar during the unveiling.

Divine 9 Monument Garden Celebration and “Legacy in Bloom” Exhibit

Deja McKenzie, Staff Writer
September 24, 2023

  Members of the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) and UMKC students and staff gathered together to celebrate legacy, prosperity and unity on Sept. 9 in the Quad outside of Scofield Hall at the newly constructed Divine 9 Monument Garden.   The Divine 9 consists of the...

Students and presenters waiting before the event.

Women In Business Hosts Climbing the Career Ladder (In Heels)

Catia Montelongo, Staff Writer
March 21, 2023

  Women in Business featured a unique panel of women specializing in various careers, skills and knowledge at the Bloch Executive Hall.    The panel, held on March 9, included four extraordinary women: Michelle Wimes; chief equity and inclusion officer at Children's Mercy...

Lucerna is excited to debut its seventeenth volume at its first in-person symposium since COVID-19.

Lucerna Presents its Seventeenth Volume of UMKC Student Research

Ellen Beshuk, Co-News Editor
March 19, 2023

  Every year, undergraduate research from any field of study contributes to the next volume of Lucerna. This research ranges from interpretations of literature to statistical analysis.      Founded in 2006, this student-run organization has publicized over 100 undergraduate...

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

Rae Sremmurd Tickets are Available for UMKC’s Spring Concert

Belle Yennie, Staff Writer
March 17, 2023

  Rae Sremmurd tickets for the UMKC Union Board Programming Spring Concert were released on Monday. Ticket prices for students are $10, and tickets for the public will open on March 27 for $30. The concert will be held on April 19 at the Swinney Recreational Center. Doors open...

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