KCU News

KCU’s College of Biosciences holds pinning and hooding ceremonies

By Haley Reardon Aug 22, 2024

KCU's College of Biosciences (COB) began modestly in 2005 with just 18 biomedical students enrolled. This year’s pinning ceremony—a rite of passage for members of the COB—honored more than 80 students.

White coat ceremony welcomes new dental students to KCU

By Haley Reardon Aug 20, 2024

Members of the Kansas City University College of Dental Medicine Class of 2028 officially began their educational journey toward becoming dentists with a white coat ceremony on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at Joplin High School Performing Arts Center.

The link between poor sleep and diabetes

Aug 13, 2024

Studies show that, over time, poor sleep can increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. KCU’s Dr. Ken Stewart explains the connection and offers tips to ensure good sleep hygiene.

First-year students take part in long-standing tradition of community service

Aug 13, 2024

First-year students in KCU's College of Osteopathic Medicine, College of Dental Medicine and College of Biosciences traded the classroom for volunteerism when they joined faculty and staff in the University’s time-honored tradition of We Care Day. 

Kansas City University announces plans for anesthesiologist assistant program

By Haley Reardon Aug 8, 2024

Kansas City University (KCU), the leading provider of physicians for the state of Missouri, has announced plans to further expand its offerings by developing an anesthesiologist assistant program based at its Joplin, Missouri, campus. 

How parents can cope with children leaving for college

By FOX 4 Aug 6, 2024

Leaving for college is an exciting time for both students and parents, but it can also be very emotional. KCU's Dr. Getch provides tips to parents to help during this transition.

Students speak about beginning their journey to become doctors

Aug 6, 2024

KCU-Joplin officially welcomed 162 new medical students in the class of 2028 with a traditional white coat ceremony that took place July 28, 2024.

KCU honors new medical students with traditional white coat ceremony

By Haley Reardon Aug 5, 2024

The physician’s white coat is a universal symbol of integrity, selflessness, compassion, honesty and dedication to service. The Kansas City University (KCU) College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM) welcomed 432 student doctors entering the Class of 2028 with white coat ceremonies held July 26 and July 28.

Keeping children mentally healthy while using social media

By FOX 4 Jul 23, 2024

The U.S. Surgeon General reports that 95 percent of children ages 13 to 17 use social media platforms. KCU's Dr. Sara Getch reviews ways to keep children safe and mentally healthy while using these platforms.

New medical students welcomed to Joplin

By KODE 12 Jul 23, 2024

More than 150 of KCU-Joplin’s newest medical students learned a little bit more about their new community with a bus tour of area attractions. 

Tips to cope with tooth sensitivity

By KSNF Jul 23, 2024

Tooth sensitivity is a common condition that causes discomfort when consuming certain foods and drinks. KCU’s Dr. Linda Niessen explains the causes and offers tips for those who suffer from it.

First class to complete MKEAP begins residency at local hospitals

Jul 15, 2024

Twelve Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) alumni made history at the Kansas City University Farber-McIntire Campus in Joplin when they became doctors of osteopathic medicine following a commencement ceremony on May 5, 2024.