Academic calendar
Summer 2026 Clinical Session (School of Dentistry only) runs May 26, 2026 – Aug 7, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
- Summer 2026
- Summer 2026 First 5-Week Session
- Summer 2026 10W Session (SOL only)
- Summer 2026 Clinical Session (School of Dentistry only)Summer 2026 Clinical Session (SOD only)Relevant now
- Summer First 4-Week Session 2026
- Summer 2026 Full 8-Week SessionSummer 8-Week Session 2026
- Summer 2026 Second 5-Week Session
- Summer Second 4-Week Session 2026
- Fall Intersession 2026
- Fall 2026 First 8-Week Session
- Fall Semester 2026
- Fall 2026 Second 8-Week Session
- Spring Intersession 2027
- Spring 2027 First 8-Week Session
- Spring Semester 2027
- Spring 2027 Second 8-Week Session
Campus language
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7
- 7 Spoons
- The homestyle and global cuisine station in the Foodiverse.
A
- AEC
- Academic Enhancement Center, providing tutoring and supplemental instruction.
- ASSC Dining
- The main all-you-can-eat dining hall located in the Atterbury Student Success Center.
- ASUM
- Associated Students of the University of Missouri, a student advocacy group representing all UM system campuses.
- Atterbury
- The main campus dining hall located within the Atterbury Student Success Center.
B
- Brookside
- The residential and commercial neighborhood located just south of the Volker campus.
C
- Chick-fil-A
- The Chick-fil-A Express location found in the Student Union food court.
D
- Dining Dollars
- The tax-free currency loaded onto a student's One Card for use at campus dining locations.
E
- Einstein's
- The Einstein Bros. Bagels location situated in Royall Hall, a popular morning stop for students.
F
- Flex
- Flex points, the declining balance currency included in meal plans for use at on-campus retail dining locations.
- Flex Dollars
- Currency included with meal plans that can be spent at any UMKC Dining Service location.
- Flush Creek
- A local student nickname for Brush Creek, referencing its occasional odor or water quality issues.
- Foodiverse
- The multi-concept food court area located in the Student Union.
- FSA
- Fraternity and Sorority Affairs, the office overseeing Greek life on campus.
- FSL
- Fraternity and Sorority Life, referring to the Greek community on campus.
H
- HH
- Hospital Hill Apartments, the residential complex for students on the health sciences campus.
- HHA
- Hospital Hill Apartments, the residential complex specifically for students on the Health Sciences campus.
- Hospital Hill
- The Health Sciences campus located downtown, housing medicine, nursing, pharmacy, and dentistry.
- Hospital Hill
- Hospital Hill Apartments, the housing complex for students in the health sciences programs.
- Hospital Hill Café
- The primary dining location for students on the Health Sciences Campus.
J
- Jazzman's
- The coffee and pastry shop located in the Student Union.
- Joey's
- The pizza and pasta station located within the Foodiverse dining area.
- Johnson
- Johnson Hall, a residence hall located on the north side of the Volker campus.
- Johnson Hall
- A four-story residence hall on the Volker Campus, often referred to simply as Johnson.
K
- Kangaroo
- The university mascot, often shortened to 'Roo' in almost all contexts.
- Kangaroo Pantry
- The on-campus food pantry providing supplemental food assistance to students in need.
- Kasey
- Kasey the Kangaroo, the official mascot of UMKC.
- KCUR
- The NPR-affiliated radio station housed on the UMKC campus.
M
- MCC
- Multicultural Student Center, a space and organization focused on diversity and inclusion programs.
- MSA
- Multicultural Student Affairs, an office dedicated to supporting and engaging students of color.
O
- Oak
- Oak Street Hall, the primary residence hall for freshmen and first-year students on the Volker Campus.
- Oak Hall
- Oak Street Hall, a primary residence hall located next to the Student Union.
- Oak Place
- Refers to the Oak Place Apartments, providing apartment-style living for upperclassmen.
- Oak Street
- Oak Street Hall, the primary residence hall for first-year students.
- OSI
- Office of Student Involvement, the hub for student organizations and campus activities.
R
- RHA
- Residence Hall Association, the organization that represents and plans events for students living in campus housing.
- RISE
- Resources, Intervention, Support, and Education, the campus office for advocacy and prevention.
- Robot
- Common student term for the Starship food delivery robots.
- Robot Cafe
- The automated food service kiosk located in the Miller Nichols Library.
- Robot Café
- The coffee shop in Miller Nichols Library, named for the library's automated robotic retrieval system.
- Robot Coffee
- The automated Briggo coffee kiosk located in the Miller Nichols Library.
- Robot Delivery
- The Starship autonomous delivery robots that transport food across the Volker campus.
- Robot Food
- Slang for any meal delivered by the Starship autonomous robots.
- Robots
- The Starship automated food delivery robots that navigate the campus sidewalks.
- Rockhill
- Rockhill Apartments, a campus-affiliated housing option typically for upperclassmen and graduate students.
- Roo
- Short for Kangaroo, the university mascot; also used to refer to any UMKC student.
- Roo
- Short for Kangaroo, the official mascot and collective name for UMKC students.
- Roo Bucks
- Campus currency loaded onto a student ID for use at various campus retailers.
- Roo Bucks
- A campus-wide currency that can be loaded onto a student ID for various services and food.
- Roo Cafe
- A dining location situated in the Health Sciences Building on the Hospital Hill campus.
- Roo Food
- The general term for campus dining services and meal plan management.
- Roo Groups
- The online platform used to manage and join student organizations.
- Roo News
- The student-run newspaper, formerly known as University News.
- Roo News
- The independent student-run newspaper and media outlet.
- Roo Up
- The official school cheer and hand sign (forming a kangaroo with fingers).
- Roo Welcome
- The official series of events and orientation activities held at the start of the semester.
- Roo-B-Que
- A major annual campus tradition and barbecue event held during the first week of classes.
- Roo-nic
- A traditional campus-wide picnic and social event held during the first week of classes.
- Roobot Cafe
- The automated, 24/7 self-service food kiosk area located in the Miller Nichols Library.
- Roody
- The interactive AI chatbot used on the UMKC website to help students find information.
- RooGroup
- The online platform used by students to join organizations and track involvement.
- RooGroups
- The online portal used by students to join organizations and track campus involvement.
- RooNews
- The independent, student-run news organization at UMKC.
- Roos
- Short for Kangaroos, the university mascot and the collective name for UMKC students.
- Roos After Dark
- Late-night campus events featuring free food and entertainment, typically held in the Student Union.
- RooWriter
- The university's required online writing assessment for undergraduate students.
- RSA
- Residence Hall Association, the organization representing students living in campus housing.
- RSO
- Recognized Student Organization, any student-led group officially registered with the university.
- RSS
- Roo Student Services, the central office for registration, records, and financial aid.
S
- SAFC
- Student Activity Fee Committee, the body responsible for allocating student fee funds to organizations.
- SGA
- Student Government Association, the representative body for the student population.
- SHSS
- School of Humanities and Social Sciences.
- Simple Servings
- A specific dining station that provides meals prepared without common allergens.
- Simply-To-Go
- A meal program offering prepackaged sandwiches, salads, and snacks for students on the move.
- Smart Connect
- The dining facility located at the Hospital Hill campus.
- Smart Food
- The Smart Food Station, the main all-you-care-to-eat dining hall located in the Student Union.
- Smart Market
- The grab-and-go convenience store located in the Student Union.
- SmartConnect
- The mobile application used by students to order food and manage meal plans on campus.
- Starship
- The autonomous food delivery robots that transport meals across the Volker Campus.
- Swinney
- The Swinney Center, the campus recreation and fitness facility.
T
- The Caf
- The main dining hall located on the second floor of the Student Union.
- The City
- Local shorthand for Kansas City, emphasizing the university's urban location.
- The Hill
- Refers to the Hospital Hill campus, where the medical, dental, pharmacy, and nursing schools are located.
- The Lofts
- Rockhill Lofts, apartment-style housing located near the main campus.
- The Plaza
- Country Club Plaza, the high-end shopping and dining district located immediately west of campus.
- The Pouch
- Refers to the pouch on the kangaroo statue; students rub it for good luck before exams.
- The Quad
- The central grassy lawn on the Volker campus, located between Scofield Hall and the Miller Nichols Library.
- The Roasterie
- The local Kansas City coffee shop location inside the Miller Nichols Library.
- The Robot
- The Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS) in the Miller Nichols Library that retrieves books.
- The Robot
- A common student name for the Starship delivery robots.
- The Roo
- The school mascot, Kasey the Kangaroo, or a general term for a UMKC student.
- The Skywalk
- The elevated glass walkway connecting Royall Hall and the Miller Nichols Library.
- The Streetcar
- The KC Streetcar, which students use to travel between the Volker and Hospital Hill campuses and downtown.
- The Suites
- Common reference to the suite-style living arrangements in Oak Street Hall.
- The Trolley
- The KC Streetcar, which students often use to travel between the Volker and Hospital Hill areas.
- The Trolley Track
- The Harry Wiggins Trolley Track Trail, a popular walking/running path bordering the campus.
- The Union
- The Student Union food court, which houses various retail dining options like Chick-fil-A.
- The Union Food Court
- The collection of retail dining options like Chick-fil-A and Baja Fresh in the Student Union.
- The Volker
- The main UMKC campus located in the Rockhill neighborhood near the Country Club Plaza.
- Traditions Keeper
- A student who completes the 'Traditions Challenge' by participating in various campus events.
- Troost
- Troost Avenue, the street bordering the east side of campus with significant local historical context.
U
- U-News
- University News, the independent student-run newspaper of UMKC.
- Union Grill Co.
- The grill station in the Student Union Foodiverse serving breakfast and burgers.
- UPB
- Union Programming Board, the student-led group that organizes campus events and entertainment.
V
- Volker
- The main campus located in the Rockhill neighborhood, distinct from the downtown campus.
W
- Wallaroos
- The general body council of the Union Programming Board (UPB).
Places and practicalities
Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
- AC
- Administrative Center, where the Registrar and Admissions offices are located.
- AMP Park
- The mobile app used to pay for metered parking on campus.
- ASS
- The Administrative Services Building, often referred to by its acronym in student jokes.
- ASSB
- Administrative Center/Student Services Building, where financial aid and registrar offices are located.
- ASSC
- Atterbury Student Success Center, which houses the dining hall and academic support services.
- assc_dining_hall
- ASSC Dining Hall
- Atterbury
- Atterbury Student Success Center, which houses UMKC Central and various academic support services.
- Bloch
- The Henry W. Bloch School of Management building.
- cafe_roo
- Cafe Roo
- Campus Shuttle
- The bus service that transports students between the Volker and Hospital Hill campuses.
- Canvas
- The learning management system where professors post syllabi, assignments, and grades.
- DB
- Dining Bucks, a form of campus currency included in meal plans for use at retail dining locations.
- FH
- Flarsheim Hall, the main building for science and engineering classes.
- Flarsheim
- Flarsheim Hall, the primary building for science and engineering classes.
- Flex Dollars
- Dining-specific funds included with meal plans that can be used at on-campus retail dining like Starbucks.
- foodiverse_student_union
- Foodiverse (Student Union)
- GET
- The mobile app and website used to manage Roo Bucks and meal plan balances.
- Haag
- Haag Hall, known for its distinctive clock tower and liberal arts classrooms.
- Handshake
- The online portal used by students to find on-campus jobs and career opportunities.
- HH
- Haag Hall, a central academic building on the Volker Campus.
- KC Streetcar
- The public transit line with a terminus at 51st and Brookside, providing free travel to downtown.
- Late Start
- A weather-related delay where campus typically opens at 10:00 AM instead of the normal start time.
- MNL
- Miller Nichols Library, the main campus library and learning center.
- MNLC
- Miller Nichols Learning Center, the large classroom addition connected to the library.
- One Card
- The official UMKC ID card used for building access, meal plans, and Roo Bucks.
- OneCard
- The official UMKC student ID card used for building access, meal plans, and library services.
- PAC
- The James C. Olson Performing Arts Center, home to the Conservatory and theatre programs.
- Pathway
- The online student portal used for enrollment, checking grades, and financial aid.
- RH
- Royall Hall, a major academic building on the Volker Campus housing many general education classes.
- Roo Alert
- The emergency mass notification system that sends urgent safety information via text and email.
- Roo Bucks
- Campus currency loaded onto the Roo Card for use at dining and retail locations.
- Roo Card
- The official UMKC student identification card used for building access, meal plans, and library services.
- Roo Express
- The campus shuttle service that transports students between the Volker and Hospital Hill campuses.
- Roo News
- The independent student-run newspaper covering campus events and news.
- Roo Ride
- The campus shuttle service that transports students between the Volker and Hospital Hill campuses.
- Roo Welcome
- The series of orientation events and activities held at the start of the fall semester.
- Roo-Bus
- The campus shuttle service that transports students between the Volker and Hospital Hill campuses.
- RooFair
- The annual involvement fair held at the start of the fall semester to showcase student organizations.
- RooGroups
- The online platform used by students to join organizations and track campus involvement.
- RooLine
- The free campus shuttle service that transports students between the Volker and Hospital Hill campuses.
- RooNews
- The official weekly email newsletter sent to students containing campus updates and events.
- RooWelcome
- The series of orientation events held at the beginning of the fall semester for new students.
- Royall
- Royall Hall, a central academic building housing many general education classrooms.
- Scofield
- Scofield Hall, home to the College of Arts and Sciences offices and classrooms.
- SRC
- Swinney Center (formerly Swinney Recreation Center), the main athletic and fitness facility.
- starbucks
- Starbucks
- SU
- The Student Union, the central hub for student life and services.
- Swinney
- The Swinney Center, UMKC's main athletic facility and student recreation center.
- Swinney
- The Swinney Center, the university's primary fitness and recreation facility.
- The 51
- Refers to the 51st Street corridor, the main thoroughfare through the Volker campus.
- The Bloch
- The Henry W. Bloch School of Management buildings (Heritage Hall and Executive Hall).
- The PAC
- James C. Olson Performing Arts Center, home to the Conservatory and theatre programs.
- The Scuttle
- The campus shuttle service that runs between the Volker and Hospital Hill campuses.
- The SU
- The Student Union, the central hub for dining, bookstore, and student services.
- The Swinney
- Swinney Center, the campus recreation, fitness, and athletic facility.
- The Union
- The Student Union, the central hub for student services, dining, and the bookstore.
- Trolley Trail
- The Harry Wiggins Trolley Track Trail, a popular pedestrian and bike path running along the edge of campus.
- U-Pass
- The transit pass integrated into the student ID providing free access to the KCATA bus system.
- UMKC Alert
- The emergency notification system that sends texts/emails regarding campus closures or safety issues.
- UMKC Central
- The one-stop service center in Atterbury for registrar, financial aid, and student accounts.
- UMKC Connect
- An online platform used for scheduling appointments with academic advisors and tutors.
- UMKC Shuttle
- The bus service that transports students between the Volker and Hospital Hill campuses.
- Volker
- The name of the main undergraduate campus (Volker Campus) to distinguish it from the Hospital Hill campus.
Quick answers
Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
- What academic term is relevant now?
- Summer 2026 Clinical Session (School of Dentistry only) runs May 26, 2026 – Aug 7, 2026.
- How much campus context is included?
- 106 approved campus terms and 63 local details are included in full.
- Are all approved campus terms included?
- Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
- Where does this guide come from?
- Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.