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Propel Founder Honored with 2019 EITAS Award

EITAS recently honored UMKC’s Alexis Petri, founder of the Propel program, with its 2019 Innovation/Excellence in Services Award. EITAS (Empowering Individuals through Advocacy and Support) provides support for Jackson County residents with developmental disabilities such as autism and Down syndrome. Propel students and staff decided to surprise Alexis with our own photo. We appreciate you, Dr. Petri! Read More

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Propel Students at 2018 Graduation

Propel Is Hiring!

A college degree can be a way out of poverty, but for those 36% of students experiencing hunger and homelessness, it is a long road to graduation. At UMKC, the Department of Psychology and Propel Program are partnering with community organizations that provide social services to low-income residents and students. We are currently hiring two VISTA Corps members to identify community resources, help make those resources available to college students, and educate UMKC staff about the needs of underserved students. Be part of the solution. This is urgent work. Join our team. Apply Today

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Propel Students Outside Cherry Hall

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