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September 9, 2026

Accelerated nursing students receive scholarships from The Research Foundation

The Research Foundation recently awarded $130,075 in scholarships to students accepted into the accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) programs.

August 25, 2026

The Research Foundation raises more than $162,000 at the 37th Annual Research Golf Classic

The annual Golf Classic was hosted at Oakwood Country Club in Kansas City, Missouri on Monday, August 24.

August 3, 2026

Celebrate 40 years of The Research Foundation’s Candlelight Ball

Tickets to The Research Foundation’s 40th anniversary Candlelight Ball are now available for purchase.

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