Children in the two-year-old “Explorers” class at the University Child Development Center at the University of Missouri–St. Louis examine their newly planted apple tree with the help of Carol Usery, a horticulturist in the grounds department at UMSL. The students assisted Usery on Wednesday (April 18) with planting an apple tree in the center’s garden. The planting was part of a lesson to demonstrate to the class where their food comes from, said Pam Daniel, lead teacher for the class. The photo was taken by Jack Crosby.

State of the University Address highlights UMSL’s focus on sustainability, innovation as it prepares for strong future
Chancellor Kristin Sobolik delivered her annual address to an audience of UMSL faculty and staff members and supporters at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.