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Honoring Conservatory’s History while Growing Funding is Priority for Interim Dean
By Shannan Henderson
When Diane Helfers Petrella, D.M.A., was asked to step in as interim dean for the University of Missouri-Kansas City Conservatory of Music and Dance, she was thrilled to find a new way to serve the 105-year-old institution, one that has established a regional, national and global standard of excellence in the performing arts. (more…)
Made of Steele
By Patricia O’Dell
“I ended up in fundraising completely by accident,” recounts Rachael Steele of her 38-year career. (more…)
UM Board and System officials announce plans for alternative funding for UMKC Conservatory
The University of Missouri Board of Curators and System officials announced June 28 that they will develop plans for an alternative funding match for the University of Missouri-Kansas City’s Downtown Campus for the Arts (Conservatory) rather than seek funding from the state under the 50-50 matching program for capital projects. (more…)
Sunderland Foundation Commits $6 million to School of Computing and Engineering
By Patricia O’Dell
The Sunderland Foundation recently announced their intent to grant $6 million to the University of Missouri – Kansas City’s School of Computing and Engineering. (more…)
Tom Bloch Strenghtens Family Legacy at UMKC
By Patricia O’Dell
Tom Bloch is stepping up as Foundation chair in July, and he has a strong vision for its role in supporting the mission of the university. (more…)