KUMC Campus Construction Updates
Information for Volker residents about projects, traffic impacts, and campus changes.
LAST UPDATED: SEPTEMBER 8, 2026
What's Happening
The University of Kansas Medical Center and The University of Kansas Health System are planning several major construction projects that will bring significant changes to the campus and surrounding area over the next several years.
The VNA is working directly with KUMC representatives to share information and help residents understand how construction and new developments may affect the neighborhood.
Projects Discussed:
Cambridge B Tower
New campus construction.
Theranostics Center
Research and treatment space.
Cancer Center
Patient care and research facility.
Campus Changes
Demolition and renovations.
Parking Garage
Approximately 2,300 spaces.
Traffic Impacts
Roadwork and possible closures.
VNA's Role
VNA is working directly with KUMC representatives to help residents stay informed about construction activity, traffic impacts, and campus changes.
This page will be updated as confirmed information becomes available.
Why Attend Meetings?
Some materials shared during neighborhood meetings may not be available for VNA to publish afterward.
Attend to hear directly from project representatives, see full project details, and ask questions in real time!
Latest Updates:
SEPTEMBER 16 from 7-8 PM - KUMC LISTENING SESSION
The VNA is working directly with KUMC to advocate for our neighborhood, and we want to hear from you. Join us for a virtual Neighborhood Listening Session to share your concerns, priorities, and hopes for the future as we gather community input to bring our conversations with KUMC.
This virtual meeting is hosted by the VNA and is open to Volker residents, homeowners, renters, and business owners.
Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/owu-qdgh-ogw
Or dial: (US) +1 386-753-7909 PIN: 908544906#
AUGUST 18 - CAMBRIDGE STREET CLOSURE
Cambridge Street between 36th and 37th streets will close beginning August 20. Because the closure is located within the KU Medical Center campus, little to no impact on nearby residents is expected.
AUGUST 13 - VNA NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING
KUMC representatives provided an overview of upcoming campus construction and discussed how the work could affect nearby roads, traffic patterns and the surrounding neighborhood. Presentation slides shared during the meeting are not available for VNA to publish, but we will continue sharing confirmed updates and public resources here as they become available.
QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS?
Contact Amanda Butler, VNA President, with questions or neighborhood concerns related to these projects. Email: president@volkerna.org
VNA can help identify concerns and communicate neighborhood feedback.