UMKC Law School Receives $1 Million Gift for Missouri Student Scholarships
The University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Law has received a $1 million donation from alumnus Scott Bethune to establish the Scott S. Bethune Scholarship. This endowed fund is designed to support students from Southeast Missouri, aiming to increase access to legal education for in-state students. The scholarship seeks to encourage these students to pursue legal careers in Kansas City, where there is a high demand for attorneys across various practice areas. Bethune, who has built a successful legal career in Kansas City, hopes the scholarship will make UMKC Law an attractive option for students seeking affordable education and career opportunities. 
