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Shutz Lecture Series
Explore the Marilyn T. and Byron C. Shutz Lecture Series, which features lectures, seminars and workshops in fields such as creative writing, literature and art history. Learn about upcoming events or review past events and recordings.
In the News
UMKC Hosts Painted Worlds Symposium on Mesoamerican Art
30 Jan 2026 | The event, Feb. 6-7, is co-organized with The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, in association with its featured exhibition, Painted Worlds Read full story UMKC Hosts Painted Worlds Symposium on Mesoamerican Art
From Kansas City to Shanghai: UMKC Student’s Global Experiences Shape Her Future
27 Jan 2026 | KC Scholar Da’Mya Thomas is overcoming imposter syndrome and finding her voice through art Read full story From Kansas City to Shanghai: UMKC Student’s Global Experiences Shape Her Future
From UMKC to YWCA: Tiffany S.W. Hamilton’s Journey of Leadership and Perseverance
20 Jan 2026 | Tiffany S.W. Hamilton (BLA ’03, M.A. ’09) is this year’s Defying the Odds Alumni Award winner Read full story From UMKC to YWCA: Tiffany S.W. Hamilton’s Journey of Leadership and Perseverance
Crescendo Gala Chairs Give Back to UMKC
17 Nov 2025 | Co-chairs for annual UMKC Conservatory fundraising performance give back through time and talents Read full story Crescendo Gala Chairs Give Back to UMKC
Two-Time Pulitzer Prize-Winning Alumnus Returns to UMKC and Reflects on Roots
5 Nov 2025 | Journalist James B. Steele credits UMKC education for shaping investigative career Read full story Two-Time Pulitzer Prize-Winning Alumnus Returns to UMKC and Reflects on Roots
Clio App Puts Local History on a National Stage
23 Oct 2025 | App developed by UMKC history professor now includes immersive virtual tours Read full story Clio App Puts Local History on a National Stage