KCU in the News

As AI becomes more integrated into classrooms and daily life, parents and teachers are navigating new questions about how it shapes children’s thinking and development.

Students from Neosha High School explored careers in dentistry during a hands-on visit to KCU-Joplin.

Dr. Linda Niessen explains why taking care of your gums also helps protect your heart.

As generative AI tools become more embedded in daily life, younger generations are increasingly turning to chatbots for advice, reassurance and even companionship. 

Emotions like love, stress and connection don’t just affect how we feel, they can also impact our heart.

Through the Center for Population Health and Equity and a pilot partnership with Mercy Hospital, KCU medical and dental students are helping bridge the gap between where care is delivered and how patients are truly doing beyond the clinical setting.

KCU-Joplin celebrates a decade of growth, innovation and community impact.

In honor of Mental Wellness Month, Dr. Sarah Getch shares how simple practices like mindful breathing, gratitude, movement, sleep and social connection can strengthen mental well-being over time. 

Dr. Ken Stewart shares practical ways to reduce your risk of Parkinson’s disease through diet, exercise and healthy daily habits.

KCU-Joplin has officially launched its Master of Health Science in Anesthesiologist Assistant program, welcoming its inaugural cohort and marking an exciting new chapter in health care education.

Many people reset their health goals at the start of the year, but some food choices are still guided by outdated advice.

Heart disease remains a leading cause of death for both men and women, yet many underestimate their risk.