By Patricia O’Dell
The Kansas City Bichelmeyer family often does things in a big way. Continue reading “A Family Legacy of Learning”
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Room to Breathe – And Succeed
By Patricia O’Dell
Fourth year UMKC medical student, Michael VanDillen, loves to work hard, a must for students in the UMKC School of Medicine. Continue reading “Room to Breathe – And Succeed”
Advocacy in Action
By Patrica O’Dell
The nationally ranked advocacy program at the UMKC School of Law is quickly escalating its exposure and recognition with critical support from alumni donors. Continue reading “Advocacy in Action”
Pharmacy Scholarship Recognizes Character Inspired by its Namesake
By Patricia O’Dell
Maqual Graham, Pharm.D., the associate dean for academic affairs and professor for the School of Pharmacy, recently endowed the Cynthia Infranca Kind and Caring Scholarship to honor her mother, who retired from her position as department assistant two years ago. Continue reading “Pharmacy Scholarship Recognizes Character Inspired by its Namesake”
Economic Indicator
By Jean Peat
Earning a college degree wasn’t easy for Brent Hodges. Between attending classes full-time and frequently working the graveyard shift six nights a week for a wholesale grocery company, the stress was often overwhelming for him. Continue reading “Economic Indicator”
2018 Board and Staff Updates
By Shannan Henderson
The UMKC Foundation Board of Directors has four new members, all of whom joined in January 2018. Continue reading “2018 Board and Staff Updates”
Donor Generosity Plays Major Role in New Building for UMKC School of Computing and Engineering
By Patricia O’Dell
Plans to build a new $32 million building for the School of Computing and Engineering are officially underway, thanks to significant contributions from several major donors to UMKC Foundation. Continue reading “Donor Generosity Plays Major Role in New Building for UMKC School of Computing and Engineering”
UMKC Professor Improves Snapchat’s Story
By Patricia O’Dell
Ten billion times a day people upload a video to Snapchat. From supermodels to cyber-celebrities to middle schoolers at the mall, people are using video to share personal stories on the social media app. While video sharing encourages company growth, storage can create challenges. Continue reading “UMKC Professor Improves Snapchat’s Story”
UMKC Alumna Believes in Loyal Giving
By Shannan Henderson
Kimiko Black Gilmore is the embodiment of the ideal UMKC alumna – a loyal advocate who is passionate about the university and the city. Continue reading “UMKC Alumna Believes in Loyal Giving”
Mexican Consulate Supports Scholarship for High-Need Students
By Patricia O’Dell
The Mexican Consulate is partnering with UMKC Foundation to offer scholarships to students of Mexican origin through the IME Becas program. Continue reading “Mexican Consulate Supports Scholarship for High-Need Students”