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A view of a portion of the vehicles parked on and around Rockhurst university on October 8, 2024.
Rockhurst Impacted by Rise in Motor Vehicle Theft
Bella Wiltfong, Reporter • October 3, 2024

From December 2022 to 2023, vehicle theft has surged dramatically, 12.6% nationwide and 49% in the Kansas City area, as reported by the FBI's Crime Data. This rise is felt by the Rockhurst University community,...

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A view of a portion of the vehicles parked on and around Rockhurst university on October 8, 2024.
Rockhurst Impacted by Rise in Motor Vehicle Theft
Bella Wiltfong, Reporter • October 3, 2024

From December 2022 to 2023, vehicle theft has surged dramatically, 12.6% nationwide and 49% in the Kansas City area, as reported by the FBI's Crime Data....

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Soft Surroundings on the Country Club Plaza announces its closing with signs on store windows. Photo from KCTV 5.
Struggles of Country Club Plaza Impact Rockhurst Students
Bella Wiltfong, Reporter • April 16, 2024

The Country Club Plaza, once a vibrant place of retail and entertainment, is now grappling with downturn as stores continue to shut their doors and foot...

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Pieces from EB and Co.'s Kansas City collection.
Rockhurst Alumni’s EB and Co. Experiences Nationwide Success
Katie Mead, Columnist/Reporter • April 16, 2024

When Emily Bordner was completing her Master of Business Administration at Rockhurst University in 2014, she was already inventing her approach to EB and...

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The Melt Lab in Massman Hall.
Cheesy Galore and More: Review of the Melt Lab
Abby McMaster, Reporter • September 30, 2024

Formerly the taco stop, Tú Taco, the Melt Lab has taken over the Student Choice dining space in the...

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Katie Mead and Jack Del Vecchio visiting the Louisburg Cider Mill. Photo provided by Katie Mead.
Katie in KC: Haunts and Flaunts
Katie Mead, Columnist/Reporter • September 29, 2024

As the leaves begin to change colors and the air turns crisp, my favorite season of Kansas City activities...

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Tiki Taco.
A Taste of Troost
Clair Vollet, Cartoonist/Reporter • September 27, 2024

Now one month into the semester, students may have tried just about every option in the cafeteria and...

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Kyle Blackbourn coaching at the University of Wisconsin. Photo provided by Rockhurst Athletics.
Rockhurst Basketball Welcomes Back Coach Kyle Blackbourn
Claire Thomas, Reporter • October 1, 2024

Kyle Blackbourn has returned to Rockhurst from the University of Wisconsin, now stepping into the role of head coach for the men's basketball team. As...

The 2024-25 Rockhurst men's volleyball squad on media day. Photo provided by Rockhurst Athletics.
Rockhurst Men’s Volleyball Prepares for Inaugural Season
Averi Porter, Reporter • September 28, 2024

Rockhurst University is officially entering the world of men's volleyball, with the 2024-25 school year marking the program's inaugural season. The team,...

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Photo from NPR.
Cinema with Suzie: ‘Poor Things’
Suzie Thomson, Columnist/Reporter • April 23, 2024

Greek filmmaker Yorgos Lathimos is known for his absurd and surreal movies that explore some of the eerier aspects of human nature. His latest film “Poor Things” certainly...

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Katie Mead and Jack Del Vecchio visiting the Louisburg Cider Mill. Photo provided by Katie Mead.
Katie in KC: Haunts and Flaunts
Katie Mead, Columnist/Reporter • September 29, 2024

As the leaves begin to change colors and the air turns crisp, my favorite season of Kansas City activities has arrived. Whether it is something spooky or sweet, apple-flavored...

Tiki Taco.
A Taste of Troost
September 27, 2024
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