KCU News
Heat safety starts with hydration
When temperatures climb, staying hydrated is one of the most important ways to protect your health.
Want a healthier brain? Start with these everyday habits
Dr. Ken Stewart shares how regular exercise, quality sleep, a Mediterranean-style diet and staying socially engaged can help protect cognitive function and lower the risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
The psychology of sports fandom: How teams bring people together
From the World Cup to hometown teams, sports create shared experiences that connect people across cultures and communities.
Six accomplished leaders join Kansas City University Board of Trustees
Kansas City University has welcomed six new members to its Board of Trustees, adding distinguished professionals in health care, higher education, philanthropy and business to help guide the University’s continued growth and impact.
Helping kids and families create a healthy summer reset
Summer break can be a welcome change of pace, but the lack of structure can make it challenging for children to maintain healthy habits.
DO vs. MD: What’s the difference and which medical degree is right for you?
If you’re exploring medical school, you’ve likely come across two medical degrees: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine and Doctor of Medicine.
KCU-Joplin alumna turns family legacy into student support
As the first Joplin campus graduate of Kansas City University to establish a scholarship, Jordyn Watts, DO, MBA (COM 2022), is giving future students something she knows can make all the difference: the support of someone who understands what they're going through.
Breaking the stigma: Helping boys and men talk about mental health
During Men's Health Awareness Month, Dr. Jason Malousek shared how stigma can prevent boys and men from talking about their mental health.
KCU initiative expands mental health care for KCPS with $410K grant
Kansas City University has received a $410,000, two-year grant from the Children’s Services Fund of Jackson County to expand school-based mental health services for Kansas City Public Schools students, strengthening early access to care and building resilience for children and families across Kansas City.
Food safety during a power outage: If in doubt, throw it out
After severe storms caused widespread power outages across Southwest Missouri, Dr. Ken Stewart shared the importance of food safety.
How oral health may impact brain health
Your oral health may have a greater impact on your overall health than you realize.
Honoring Juneteenth through compassion, service and action
Today, we recognize Juneteenth, a federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States and an important milestone in our nation's ongoing journey toward freedom and justice.