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Kansas City Celebrates UMKC Carnegie R1 Status at Union Station

Community leaders came together to celebrate impact research milestone will have for region

UMKC Celebrates May 2025 Commencement

University confers more than 2,600 degrees

Graduating Students Named Dean of Students Honor Recipients

22 are recognized for their outstanding academics, leadership and service

UMKC Celebrates Outstanding Faculty Achievements

2025 event at Linda Hall Library recognizes research and scholarship, teaching and mentorship, engagement, service and leadership

UMKC Staff Honored at Annual Ceremony

2025 Staff Awards celebrate achievements and service milestones

Five Top Priorities from UMKC 2025 State of the University

Chancellor announces School of Dentistry expansion plans