KCU News
What psychology looks like on the streets of Kansas City
Tyler Staples, PsyD, is transforming lives through hands-on service to one of Kansas City's most vulnerable populations.
ACOFP recognizes KCU leaders and global partners with 2026 Distinguished Service Awards
Kansas City University faculty and international collaborators are among the recipients of the 2026 Distinguished Service Awards from the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians. This award honors individuals whose leadership and service advance the mission of osteopathic family medicine.
KCU students showcase research at annual symposium
The 34th Annual Research Symposium at Kansas City University brought together students, faculty, residents, alumni and research partners across the Kansas City and Joplin campuses for three days of scholarly exchange, collaboration and discovery.
Simple habits to improve longevity
Dr. Nicole Fremarek, professor at KCU, shares insights on how to improve longevity. From what you put into your body to how you move and connect with others, these everyday factors can have a lasting impact on your health and well-being.
Struggling to sleep? Here is how stress could be affecting you
Dr. Ken Stewart, professor at KCU, discusses the connection between sleep and stress. He shares practical tips for improving sleep, including maintaining a consistent sleep schedule and limiting screen time before bed to support better overall health.
Kansas City University students and alumni earn honors in osteopathic medicine and biology
Kansas City University (KCU) students and alumni were recently recognized for their research excellence at two major medical research conferences.
How much does sleep really affect your health?
KCU professor Dr. Benjamin Grin discusses the importance of sleep and how it impacts one's overall health.
The risks of alcohol consumption
KCU professor Dr. Ken Stewart addresses the risks of alcohol consumption in honor of Alcohol Awareness Month.
Osteopathic Heritage Foundation honors Kansas City University alumna by establishing a half-million-dollar scholarship
The Osteopathic Heritage Foundation (the Foundation) recently established a $500,000 endowed scholarship in honor of Kansas City University alumna Capt. Rebecca deVillers, MC, USN, DO.
KCU Match Day 2026 | Residency placement success for future physicians
The energy was unmistakable on both KCU campuses as fourth-year osteopathic medical students gathered in Kansas City and Joplin, and tuned in remotely from across the country, to celebrate Match Day 2026.
New study shows Kansas City University generates nearly half a billion in economic impact annually
Kansas City University (KCU), a private not-for-profit health sciences university with campuses in Kansas City and Joplin, Missouri, announced results of a new economic impact study conducted by consulting firm Tripp Umbach.
One productivity habit every student should try and more student success tips
At Kansas City University, Kasey Johnson, EdD, MaTL, Med, director of Learning Enhancement, is implementing a framework that enhances academic excellence and guide graduate health sciences students from acceptance through graduation.