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All juniors and seniors at University Academy read “The Odyssey.” The new movie version of the story comes to theaters on July 17.

A New Spin on an Old Classic

Mikiya Lewis May 4, 2026

A well-known book every University Academy junior reads in English class, “The Odyssey,” is coming out with a new movie version on July 17.  In the film, Matt Damon is Odysseus, Tom Holland plays...

Love In Italy

Love In Italy

Ra’Shawn Doss May 4, 2026

“You, Me & Tuscany,” a romantic comedy starring Halle Bailey and Regé-Jean Page, was released in theaters on April 10. The movie shows Anna, played by Bailey, traveling to Italy after suffering...

Summer Spectacles at the Theater

Summer Spectacles at the Theater

Jurni Wilson May 4, 2026

As summer is about to begin, a new wave of highly anticipated movies, from long-awaited sequels to action-packed films, are set to be released. These upcoming films are expected to grab everyone’s attention...

 At her March 17 concert in Kansas City, Cardi B performed songs from her album, “Am I The Drama?’

Is She The Drama?

Amia’Lynn Stuckey April 28, 2026

For Cardi B fans, St. Patrick’s Day wasn’t the only lucky thing happening on March 17 in Kansas City. Cardi B filled the T-Mobile Center for her first ever tour, “Little Miss Drama Tour.” The tour...

Sasha Draper fashioned a Chrome Heart plus Ksubi birthday outfit.

Springing into High Fashion

Ke’Vionah Martin April 28, 2026

The spring fashion season has officially arrived! Fashion defines people by representing who they are on the inside or who they strive to be in the future.   University Academy sophomore Sasha Draper...

This is the cover art from Kanye's first album, "The College Dropout."

Kanye West: An Artist’s Downfall

Sarah Moore March 9, 2026

Kanye West, also known as Ye, has been one of the most influential artists in hip-hop but also one of the most controversial. While his music has shaped a generation of hip-hop, his past antisemitic comments...

A Strange Finale

A Strange Finale

Mikiya Lewis February 4, 2026

“Stranger Things”  is a well-known show filled with creatures, people with powers, romance and suspense. While all five seasons of the show were first released on Netflix, the finale of “Stranger...

The Kansas City Mavericks hockey team offers a fun activity for people looking for indoor fun.

Winter Activities in Kansas City

Jurni Wilson February 4, 2026

Winter in Kansas City provides more than just chilling weather. With a wide selection of indoor and outdoor activities available, there are many ways to stay entertained throughout the winter months.  One...

Ravyn Lenae performed at Billboard Hip-Hop/R&B Live Concerts on Sept. 5, 2025.

Ravyn Lenae’s “Love Me Not” Era

Sarah Moore February 4, 2026

Coming from Chicago’s well-known music scene, Ravyn Lenae has become a distinctive voice in contemporary R&B. By blending neo-soul, alternative and experimental sounds, she continues to push the...

The Upper School band is practicing for the winter concert.

Band Practices for Winter Concert

Khy’Air Tounzell December 4, 2025

As the winter season rolls around, many of University Academy’s holiday traditions are being planned and rehearsed. One of the big UA holiday traditions is the winter band and orchestra concert, which...

To celebrate the upcoming movie, the cast of “Wicked” performed a one-time two hour special on Nov. 6.

Changing Oz “For Good”

Sarah Moore December 3, 2025

“Wicked: For Good” arrived to theaters on Nov. 21, 2025. It is the sequel to the 2024 movie, “Wicked,” continuing the story of Elphaba and Glinda by exploring the consequences of their choices...

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