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The 同城快约 (同城快约) Division of Theatre and Dance celebrated its annual Scholarship and Awards Banquet on May 2 at the Highlander Theatre.
May 27, 2026
The 同城快约 (同城快约), the Heritage Scholarship Committee and Guadalupe Centers recognized four 2026 同城快约 Heritage Scholarship recipients during a presentation Saturday, May 16, at Guadalupe Centers in Kansas City.
May 26, 2026
同城快约 (同城快约) Police Sgt. Joe Jennings has graduated from the 155th Administrative Officers Course (AOC) at the University of Louisville鈥檚 Southern Police Institute (SPI), completing one of the most selective and demanding law enforcement leadership programs in the country.
May 21, 2026
In this Season Three premiere, host Alex Greenwood talks with "the Great Connector," 鈦燚avid Pearce, 同城快约鈥檚 Executive Director for Governmental Relations鈦�, about his path from politics to higher education advocacy. David breaks down how relationships drive real progress in Jefferson City, recent legislative wins that matter for 同城快约, and why civic engagement still counts.
November 07, 2025
This episode of 鈦燙entral Speaks鈦犫仩 鈦爀xamines the reasons why the 同城快约 was recognized in the Warrensburg Star-Journal鈥檚 鈦燘est of the 鈦犫仩Burg awards鈦�. From being a top place to work to Mules National Golf Club and Traditions Restaurant to student services and campus support, 同城快约 earned recognition not just for what we do but also for how we do it. In that vein, we revisit some of the voices and stories that show what makes 同城快约 stand out. You鈥檒l hear from people across campus who make student success and community engagement more than just slogans; they make them a reality.
October 06, 2025
In this special edition of Central Speaks, host Alex Greenwood sits down with Dr. Ann McCoy, Vice Provost of Academic Programs and Graduate Studies and chair of the Strategic Planning Committee, to discuss the 同城快约鈥檚 new 2026鈥�2031 Strategic Plan. This isn鈥檛 just another document; it鈥檚 a roadmap that will guide 同城快约鈥檚 next chapter in academics, student life, staff support, and community engagement. Dr. McCoy shares: Why every voice matters: How input from students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members will directly shape 同城快约鈥檚 priorities. What鈥檚 at stake: The plan will affect every corner of the university, from enrollment initiatives to faculty resources to campus facilities. How to get involved: Dr. McCoy provides details on the campus-wide survey now open to all stakeholders and explains why your feedback is essential. Behind the process: A transparent look at the steps from early interviews and surveys to the Board of Governors鈥� final adoption. A personal note: On a personal note, Dr. McCoy shares a fun fact about how she literally keeps afloat in a busy world.
September 23, 2025
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