KCU News
Kansas City University hosts HHS roundtable to advance nutrition education in medical training
Kansas City University hosted a regional roundtable as part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Nutrition Initiative, bringing together federal, academic, health care and community leaders to explore how stronger nutrition education can better prepare future physicians to prevent and manage chronic disease.
KU Medical Center academic leader named provost at Kansas City University
Kansas City University and the University of Kansas Medical Center announce the appointment of Abiodun E. Akinwuntan, PhD, MBA, MPH, MIH, as provost and executive vice president for Academic, Research and Clinical Affairs at KCU.
How Kenya shaped a KCU student’s view of global health
When Kansas City University KCU osteopathic medical student Mason Tuttle traveled to Kenya, he didn’t expect seeing two very different sides of their health care system.
Dental school requirements: What competitive applicants need and why
If you’re planning a career in dentistry, you’ve probably spent hours reviewing prerequisite courses, admissions guides and online forums trying to understand what it takes to earn a seat in a dental medicine program.
Safety tips during the summer of soccer
As Kansas City embraces the summer of soccer, Dr. Nicole Fremarek shares tips for staying active while avoiding common injuries.
Heat safety starts with hydration
When temperatures climb, staying hydrated is one of the most important ways to protect your health.
Want a healthier brain? Start with these everyday habits
Dr. Ken Stewart shares how regular exercise, quality sleep, a Mediterranean-style diet and staying socially engaged can help protect cognitive function and lower the risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
The psychology of sports fandom: How teams bring people together
From the World Cup to hometown teams, sports create shared experiences that connect people across cultures and communities.
Six accomplished leaders join Kansas City University Board of Trustees
Kansas City University has welcomed six new members to its Board of Trustees, adding distinguished professionals in health care, higher education, philanthropy and business to help guide the University’s continued growth and impact.
Helping kids and families create a healthy summer reset
Summer break can be a welcome change of pace, but the lack of structure can make it challenging for children to maintain healthy habits.
DO vs. MD: What’s the difference and which medical degree is right for you?
If you’re exploring medical school, you’ve likely come across two medical degrees: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine and Doctor of Medicine.
KCU-Joplin alumna turns family legacy into student support
As the first Joplin campus graduate of Kansas City University to establish a scholarship, Jordyn Watts, DO, MBA (COM 2022), is giving future students something she knows can make all the difference: the support of someone who understands what they're going through.