writing

From Refugee to UMKC Student: How One Journey Led to Becoming a Bestselling Author

From Refugee to UMKC Student: How One Journey Led to Becoming a Bestselling Author

Every year, the UMKC Alumni Association honors amazing alumni at an awards event. This year, Diana Kander (B.A. ’02) received ... Read more

Transforming Everyday Moments into Poetry: Ignite Your Imagination Beyond Memory

Transforming Everyday Moments into Poetry: Ignite Your Imagination Beyond Memory

Meet Angela Jackson, a talented poet from Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood. She discovered her love for poetry in first grade and ... Read more

Join the Mission: Help Us Decode Historical Treasures at the US National Archives!

Join the Mission: Help Us Decode Historical Treasures at the US National Archives!

As we move further into a digital world, fewer people can read cursive writing. The National Archives and Records Administration ... Read more

Empowering IEPs with Technology: Transforming Learning for Every Student

Empowering IEPs with Technology: Transforming Learning for Every Student

Key points: Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) have been essential for special education for many years. The way we create these ... Read more