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Welcome, New Roos!

Whether you're packing for move-in day or headed to the bookstore to get some Roo gear, make sure you check out the list of activities we have scheduled to welcome you to campus!

Week of Welcome Activities

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Upcoming Event

Come cheer on your KC Roos at the Women's Soccer game!

KC Roos v. Eastern Illinois

Aug. 30

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Aug.
19

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Aug.
22

Welcome to UMKC: An International Event
2:30 p.m.
International Affairs

Aug.
28

Gilman Scholarship Workshop
4 p.m.
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