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School of Medicine Events
The UMKC School of Medicine stays busy year-round, hosting a variety of impactful events for faculty, staff, students and the community. See what's coming up and learn more about some of our featured events, lectures and award ceremonies.
I want to have the best and happiest medical school possible. I want the students to be exceptionally kind, brilliant clinicians, completely satisfied and pleasantly surprised by their experience. I want the faculty and staff to be fulfilled and contributing to a community of innovation and experimentation. I want the community – including Kansas City and our adjoining states – to appreciate this amazing gem for what it is, and what it will become.
Alexander Norbash (B.A./M.D. '86)
Dean, UMKC School of Medicine
News and Features
Read major School of Medicine announcements and feature stories highlighted in the university's primary press publication, UMKC Today.
UMKC Announces May 2026 Commencement Speakers
26 Mar 2026 | Viral Eras Tour dancer Kameron Saunders and breast health advocate Amy Patel, both UMKC alumni, will honor graduates Read full story UMKC Announces May 2026 Commencement Speakers
Match Day at UMKC is a Family Affair
20 Mar 2026 | Students at UMKC School of Medicine celebrate Match Day with partners, parents and growing families by their side Read full story Match Day at UMKC is a Family Affair
UMKC School of Medicine Marks 20 Years of the Shannon Lectureship with Former U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams, M.D.
4 Mar 2026 | Adams visited the School of Medicine for the milestone event, sharing insights on the nation’s mental health challenges and the future of equitable care Read full story UMKC School of Medicine Marks 20 Years of the Shannon Lectureship with Former U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams, M.D.
School of Medicine on Insider
Keep up with day-to-day happenings at the UMKC School of Medicine. This repository contains articles, updates and announcements on relevant topics such as financial wellness, alumni news, messages from the dean, faculty and staff achievements, and more.