ALUMNI ANNUAL MEETING 2026
THURSDAY, JULY 23 | 8:00-10:00 A.M.
Join us for a special morning at the beautiful Starlight Theatre as we gather to celebrate another impactful year of Centurions. Enjoy a delicious breakfast while reconnecting with classmates, expanding your alumni network, and reflecting on the accomplishments of the 2025–2026 program year.
The program will include recognition of Andre Logan as the 2026 Bernard Powell Award recipient, a recap of the year’s highlights, and the election of the 2026–2027 Alumni Board slate. Registration is required. Due to venue capacity limitations, all attendees must register and pay in advance. Walk-in registrations and pay-at-the-door guests will not be accommodated. 2026–2027 Alumni Breakfast $25 per person. Register here >>
Note: You must be a dues-paying member of the Centurions Alumni Association to attend this event. To verify if you are a member and/or request an invoice for dues, please contact Hayley Spellman at hspellman@kcchamber.com.
PINNACLE
THE MEDIA AND COMBATING BIAS
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24 | 11:30-1:30 P.M.
Media bias and stereotyping remain persistent challenges in contemporary journalism, particularly within the cable news landscape where competitive pressures and partisan audiences have intensified these tendencies. Stories may be framed through ideological lenses that reinforce existing viewer beliefs, selectively emphasizing certain facts while downplaying others to maintain audience loyalty and ratings.
This phenomenon extends beyond political coverage to include stereotypical portrayals of various demographic groups, where complex social issues are frequently reduced to simplistic narratives that confirm pre-existing assumptions rather than challenge them. Join us in conversation with KSHB 41 news anchor Sara Plake and Fox4 news anchor Crystal Martinez to discuss what they consider when choosing and reporting on stories and how they combat bias and stereotyping. Register here >>
LEADERSHIP UP CLOSE: ALANA HENRY WITH IVANHOE NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL
TUESDAY, JUNE 30 | 8:30-10:00 A.M.
Join Centurions for our final Leadership Up Close of the program year as we visit the Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council. Participants will hear from Alana Henry, Executive Director of the Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council, as she shares her leadership journey, the organization’s impact on neighborhood revitalization, and the collaborative efforts that continue to strengthen the Ivanhoe community. Register here >>
GROUNDS FOR RECONNECTION
WEDNESDAY, JULY 15 | 8:30-10:00 A.M.
Join us for coffee, conversation, and reconnection! Whether it’s been months or years since you’ve last caught up, let’s gather over good coffee and even better company. All alumni and active Centurions are welcome. This event is come and go as you please, RSVP so the space can properly accommodate. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Register here >>
APEX
SECOND-YEAR EXECUTIVE BREAKFAST
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17 | 7:30-9:00 A.M.
Second-Year Centurions and their executives are invited to attend this breakfast to learn about the accomplishments of the graduating Centurions over the last two years. This is also an opportunity to see how their investment in the program will return a more engaged, educated, thoughtful, and connected leader. Register here >>
THE MEDIA AND COMBATING BIAS
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24 | 11:30-1:30 P.M.
Media bias and stereotyping remain persistent challenges in contemporary journalism, particularly within the cable news landscape where competitive pressures and partisan audiences have intensified these tendencies. Stories may be framed through ideological lenses that reinforce existing viewer beliefs, selectively emphasizing certain facts while downplaying others to maintain audience loyalty and ratings.
This phenomenon extends beyond political coverage to include stereotypical portrayals of various demographic groups, where complex social issues are frequently reduced to simplistic narratives that confirm pre-existing assumptions rather than challenge them. Join us in conversation with KSHB 41 news anchor Sara Plake and Fox4 news anchor Crystal Martinez to discuss what they consider when choosing and reporting on stories and how they combat bias and stereotyping. Register here >>
LEADERSHIP UP CLOSE: ALANA HENRY WITH IVANHOE NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL
TUESDAY, JUNE 30 | 8:30-10:00 A.M.
Join Centurions for our final Leadership Up Close of the program year as we visit the Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council. Participants will hear from Alana Henry, Executive Director of the Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council, as she shares her leadership journey, the organization’s impact on neighborhood revitalization, and the collaborative efforts that continue to strengthen the Ivanhoe community. Register here >>
APEX CLASS OF 2026 GRADUATION
THURSDAY, JULY 9 | 6:00-9:00 P.M.
They’ve learned, they’ve served and they’ve led. Now, join us as they graduate! The Social Committee cordially invites you to gather with your fellow Centurions and their guests as we celebrate the important work that the Second-Years have achieved during their time in the program. We’ll also announce the winners of three big honors—Centurion of the Year, Outstanding First Year, and Task Force of the Year. Register here >>
GROUNDS FOR RECONNECTION
WEDNESDAY, JULY 15 | 8:30-10:00 A.M.
Join us for coffee, conversation, and reconnection! Whether it’s been months or years since you’ve last caught up, let’s gather over good coffee and even better company. All alumni and active Centurions are welcome. This event is come and go as you please, RSVP so the space can properly accommodate. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Register here >>
ALUMNI
THE MEDIA AND COMBATING BIAS
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24 | 11:30-1:30 P.M.
Media bias and stereotyping remain persistent challenges in contemporary journalism, particularly within the cable news landscape where competitive pressures and partisan audiences have intensified these tendencies. Stories may be framed through ideological lenses that reinforce existing viewer beliefs, selectively emphasizing certain facts while downplaying others to maintain audience loyalty and ratings.
This phenomenon extends beyond political coverage to include stereotypical portrayals of various demographic groups, where complex social issues are frequently reduced to simplistic narratives that confirm pre-existing assumptions rather than challenge them. Join us in conversation with KSHB 41 news anchor Sara Plake and Fox4 news anchor Crystal Martinez to discuss what they consider when choosing and reporting on stories and how they combat bias and stereotyping. Register here >>
GROUNDS FOR RECONNECTION
WEDNESDAY, JULY 15 | 8:30-10:00 A.M.
Join us for coffee, conversation, and reconnection! Whether it’s been months or years since you’ve last caught up, let’s gather over good coffee and even better company. All alumni and active Centurions are welcome. This event is come and go as you please, RSVP so the space can properly accommodate. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Register here >>