UMKC Office of Student Involvement

08/26/2026

Are you new to UMKC?

Meet a few of our 2026 Welcome Leaders at Ask an Expert: New Student Q&A!

The transition to college can be exciting, nerve-wracking, and challenging. Hear from a few of our 2026 Welcome Leaders about their experiences navigating campus resources and academic programs, ask your pressing questions, and head into the 2026–2027 academic year feeling confident and prepared!

EVENT IS TOMORROW, AUGUST 27TH!
Location: Student Union Room 301
Time: 4PM–5:30 PM
Other details: Pizza will be provided and new student T-shirts will be available for pickup if you haven’t gotten yours yet!

Bring your questions, meet fellow students, and get ready for a great year at UMKC! See you there!

08/26/2026

New at UMKC: Dual-Shuttle Service for a Faster Campus Ride!

Getting around campus just got easier! UMKC is launching a new dual-shuttle system to help you spend less time waiting and more time getting where you need to go.

🚌 Two Shuttles During Peak Hours
During the first few weeks of the semester, two shuttles will operate during peak hours to help keep students moving efficiently. If one shuttle is full or has just departed, a supplemental shuttle will arrive shortly behind it—giving you another option instead of waiting for the next scheduled trip.

📍 Track Your Shuttle in Real Time
Know where your shuttle is before you head to the stop. Use live GPS tracking to see the locations of both active shuttles at umkc.transloc.com.

🗺️ Plan Your Trip
For campus maps, shuttle schedules and information about KCATA Day Passes, visit umkc.edu/parking.

Whether you're heading to class, the library, dining, or another part of campus, we're making it easier to get there. Hop on and ride with UMKC!

08/25/2026

Frame Your Vision

Start the semester with intention and take time to reflect on your goals for the year ahead.

Join the Office of Student Involvement to create a vision board and/or decorate a picture frame that represents your aspirations, experiences, and journey at UMKC. Connect with fellow Roos while creating something that will help keep you focused on what matters most this year.

📅 August 26
⏰ 11:30 AM
📍 Student Union 302
🍕 Free Food

08/24/2026

The first week of classes are HERE! 🎉 Whether you’re a new student or returning Roo, there’s no better way to kick off the fall semester than by joining us for Roo Welcome events! Check out all the fun activities happening this week and make the most of your start to the semester. View the full schedule and event details at https://roogroups.umkc.edu/events?topic_tags=6559792

08/22/2026

New Student Convocation is in just a few hours, Roos! All new students and their supporters are invited to join us in Swinney Center for and official welcome to UMKC. Hear from Chancellor C. Mali Agrawal and Provost Jenny Lundgren, plus learn about UMKC traditions like our alma mater and fight song! 💛💙

Stick around after the event for Roo Plaza Party and Unionfest, featuring a variety of food trucks and community organizations, the largest student organization fair of the year, and the campus resource fair. 🦘

08/21/2026

We're excited for you to join us this weekend!

08/20/2026

New at UMKC: Dual-Shuttle Service for a Faster Campus Ride!

Getting around campus just got easier! UMKC is launching a new dual-shuttle system to help you spend less time waiting and more time getting where you need to go.

🚌 Two Shuttles During Peak Hours
During the first few weeks of the semester, two shuttles will operate during peak hours to help keep students moving efficiently. If one shuttle is full or has just departed, a supplemental shuttle will arrive shortly behind it—giving you another option instead of waiting for the next scheduled trip.

📍 Track Your Shuttle in Real Time
Know where your shuttle is before you head to the stop. Use live GPS tracking to see the locations of both active shuttles at https://umkc.transloc.com/routes/1/stops

🗺️ Plan Your Trip
For campus maps, shuttle schedules and information about KCATA Day Passes, visit umkc.edu/parking.

Whether you're heading to class, the library, dining, or another part of campus, we're making it easier to get there. Hop on and ride with UMKC!

08/18/2026

08/17/2026

The UMKC Office of Student Involvement is looking for Work-Study Assistants for the upcoming 2026-2027 Academic Year! If you possess strong customer service skills, are eager to learn, punctual, and are curious about OSI operations, we want you to apply. Candidates should be available for a minimum of 12 hours a week for this position and be eligible for Federal Work Study. Interested in joining our team? Please email [email protected] your resume and a brief introduction of yourself. We can't wait to hear from you!

08/17/2026

Roo Welcome is HERE! Whether you are a new student or returning, come kick off your Fall semester at our Roo Welcome events! Check out the fun activities this week has to offer. More schedule information is available at https://go.umkc.edu/roowelcome