KCU News

October Marks the 125th Anniversary of the First Osteopathic Medical School

Oct 3, 2017
“On October 3, 1892, the first class assembled in a small house that served as a classroom. The American School of Osteopathy had a home.” The line...

KCU Stands with the Las Vegas Community Following Violence

By Marc B. Hahn, DO, FAOCA, President and CEO Oct 3, 2017
As we continue to monitor the news surrounding the violence in Las Vegas, I extend our University’s deepest sympathies to the families and friends of...

KCU Dean Highlights Duchene Muscular Dystophy (DMD) Research Through Art

Sep 18, 2017
The annual Science to Art exhibit and dinner sponsored by Kansas City Area Life Sciences Institute (KCALSI) and the Kemper Museum of Art is always...

Surprise Honor Announced at Homecoming 2017

Sep 15, 2017

Alums return to Homecoming 2017 to reconnect, learn and witness a surprise honor for a dedicated faculty member.

The Making of KCU-Joplin

Sep 14, 2017
See how KCU-Joplin became a reality and the growing impact KCU's second campus is having on the communities it serves.

A Lesson From the Circus

Sep 11, 2017
I recently had the pleasure of taking my 10-year-old grandson to the circus.  It was a special time of bonding for both of us — maybe more for me...

Score 1 for Health Receives Rave Reviews from Students of SVN

Sep 1, 2017

Students of SVN experienced life at KCU with health screenings and fun STEM activities.

Hurricane Harvey Affects KCU Medical Students in Texas

Aug 30, 2017

KCU Student Maaheen Ahmed described being “stranded” by Harvey.

New Research Suggests Simple Blood Test May Detect Early Stages of Alzheimer's Disease

Aug 29, 2017
A simple blood test to detect the very early stages of Alzheimer’s disease may one day be a reality. Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences...

Reaffirming Our Commitment to Peace and Equality

Aug 25, 2017
By Marc B. Hahn, DO, FAOCA, President and CEO and John P. Smith, DO, FACOS, Chairman, KCU Board of Trustees.  In the last two weeks, we have...

KCU Class of 2018 Ranks Highest in the Nation on Osteopathic Medical Licensing Exam

Aug 22, 2017
Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences osteopathic medical students from the Class of 2018 have ranked number one in the nation for first-attempt...

KCU Receives $1M Commitment from J.E. and L.E. Mabee Foundation for New Medical Education Center

Aug 18, 2017
Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences (KCU) will receive $1 million from the J.E. and L.E. Mabee Foundation toward a $7.5 million capital...