Haley Reardon

Director of Communications

Haley Reardon joined KCU’s University Relations team in March 2021. She has an extensive background in communications and public relations having held roles in both the health care and higher education sectors. Her work has earned numerous gold and silver awards through the American Advertising Federation – Heartland Division. She completed her bachelors degree in communications at Missouri State University. In her free time she enjoys a good bargain hunt, gardening, riding shotgun with her husband, Keith and spending time at home with her family.

Recent Blog Posts By Haley Reardon

KCU welcomes new osteopathic medical students with symbolic white coat ceremonies

By Haley Reardon Jul 24, 2026

The physician's white coat symbolizes the trust, responsibility and service that define the medical profession. Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine welcomed new student doctors into the Class of 2030 during white coat ceremonies held July 20 and July 23 in Kansas City and Joplin, respectively.

KCU alumnus James MacKenzie, DO, leads Illinois State Medical Board

By Haley Reardon Jun 18, 2026

During his time at Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine, James Mackenzie, DO, began defining the kind of physician he wanted to become—one focused not just on clinical skill, but on understanding his patients.

Kansas City University medical student earns national public health award and top university honors

By Haley Reardon May 28, 2026

Long before medical school, Christopher M. Ahmad was learning what it meant to care for others by observing how small acts of attention, presence and respect can make a difference.