Freshman Ethan Wallace received a $10,000 prize for his invention at a regional entrepreneurship competition, while fellow student Asmahan Ghaleb gained valuable industry connections.
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UMSL Alumni Association recognizes 4 leaders at annual Business Celebration and Salute to Business Achievement Awards
UMSL College of Business alumni Jeff Heveroh, Steven Harris, Stacey Massa and Mike Seals were honored for their success in the business world and continued impact on the UMSL campus.
Midwest Digital Marketing Conference connects professionals, prepares students for an AI-driven future
UMSL’s annual conference connects students directly with industry professionals, delivering practical insights, valuable networking opportunities and real-world perspective that help bridge the gap between the classroom and career.
Founders showcase the development of their businesses during Anchor Accelerator Demo Day
Student and community founders translate mentorship, funding and hands-on training into scalable ventures, highlighting the strength of UMSL’s innovation ecosystem and its lasting support beyond the classroom.
Bobby Stilwell, Allison Heimsath and Mike Seper receive UMSL Hero Awards
The award is presented to up to three staff or faculty members each month in recognition of their efforts to transform the lives of UMSL students and the wider community.
Graduates of UMSL’s Online MBA program tout faculty approach, flexibility to explain lofty national ranking
Former UMSL students have lofty praise for the faculty and staff behind the program that was named the top online MBA option in Missouri by U.S. News & World Report.
Engineering students get glimpse at future careers while touring Basler Electric
A behind-the-scenes tour of the manufacturer of power systems products shows UMSL students what they could accomplish with a degree from the new School of Engineering.
Engineering students make industry connections at MCAA convention
Seven freshmen from the UMSL School of Engineering traveled to the 2026 MCAA Annual Convention and networked with leaders in the mechanical contracting industry.
Recent grad touts UMSL as ‘the best choice’ for nurturing personal growth, preparing for professional opportunities
Pavani Maheswarapu, who graduated from UMSL in December with a master’s degree in Information Systems and Technology, was hired by Hussmann Corporation as a contractor in its data analytics department after completing two internships with the company.
Students build confidence while coordinating annual International Business Career Conference
Ah’Reishia Stanley and Clayton Bruce gained invaluable experience as project co-coordinators for the 17th annual International Business Career Conference, an event that is organized entirely by UMSL students.
UMSL students hone real-world skills in ‘nonstop’ cybersecurity competition
The competition tested the five-person team’s abilities to block simulated cyberattacks in real time.
UMSL support proves invaluable in MAcc student’s pursuit of internship opportunity
Kazuki Yamashita credits the University of Missouri-St. Louis faculty and staff with helping him land a summer internship with PwC, one of the “Big 4” among accounting and auditing firms.
UMSL’s School of Engineering ready to ‘Elevate’ its work with robotics, AI
UMSL’s School of Engineering welcomes the opportunity to collaborate with Elevate, an Airmen-led hub of the 375th Air Mobility Wing’s Innovation Office at Scott Air Force Base.
Pro volleyball coach Haley Brightwell credits UMSL for ‘everything that I am today’
Brightwell, who began her coaching career as a graduate assistant alongside Tritons Coach Ryan Young, is now serving as an assistant coach with the Indy Ignite of Major League Volleyball.
VITA program’s arrival on UMSL campus provides win-win of real-world experience for accounting students while benefitting community
UMSL faculty and students are excited to host a site for the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program, offering free tax preparation services to area residents.
New experiential learning project in capstone course gives UMSL business students rare peek at inside workings of industry leader
Representatives from The Boeing Company help students in Strategic Management develop solutions to challenges faced by the regional giant.
Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center gives UMSL students platform to turn ideas into reality at PitchFest 2026
The annual competition allows UMSL students to present a unique product for a chance to win funds that will assist their new business venture.
UMSL School of Engineering representatives make strong impression at Science Center expo
Professors George Nnanna and Xin Wang had help from freshmen Moses Prakash and Teddy Fallon in touting all that UMSL has to offer at “SciFest: Engineering Expo.”
Local business leaders converge on UMSL to mentor other professionals and future workforce members in annual ‘Mentoring Monday’ event
The St. Louis Business Journal organized the event, which brought about 220 people to the MSC Century Rooms.
Chemist Max O’Connor opens PhD students to their potential to influence policy in David L. Garin Science Policy Lecture
O’Connor, a fellow with the Institute for Science & Policy in Colorado, discussed her role working to inform policies that promote environmental and technological progress.
3rd annual Midwest Gateway Supply Chain Student Case Competition draws teams from 14 universities to UMSL
Students participating in a simulation gained real-world experience while collaborating to solve multiple challenges along a fictional supply chain.