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UMSL’s Center for Character and Citizenship receives grants to create online resource
An online, interactive resource for character education will soon be a reality thanks to $1.5 million in grants awarded to the Center for Character and Citizenship at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.
Criminologist earns Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Service
Service is second nature to Richard Rosenfeld. Whether it’s leading a research study for the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, heading the board of the American Society of Criminology or lending his expertise to media outlets, he believes in giving back.
UMSL education scholar helps establish CoLab, conference for educators
As education evolves, educators are emerging with new and innovative ways to create lifelong learners.
UMSL education professor receives Lifetime Achiever in Education award
Lynn Beckwith Jr. became an educator because he wanted to make an impact on young minds and share his passion for education with the next generation.
Educational psychology scholar earns Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching
Michael Bahr isn’t a great educator just because he knows everyone of his students’ names or makes himself available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. What makes him a truly great educator is his ability to connect with his students.
UMSL criminologist earns Gerald and Deanne Gitner Excellence in Teaching Award
In just two years at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, Stephanie DiPietro has made a lasting impression on her students and colleagues.
UMSL’s International Business program ranked 14th by U.S. News
Like a fine wine, the International Business program at the University of Missouri–St. Louis is improving with age. The program landed its 11th consecutive top 20 ranking by U.S. News & World Report and moved up the list this year.
UMSL students unearth dinosaur skull
Unearthing dinosaur bones is something mostly seen on television or read about in books. But for two University of Missouri–St. Louis students, it was their summer.
UMSL digital media expert to discuss trends, applications
Perry Drake, assistant teaching professor of marketing at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, will discuss “Emerging Technologies & Medias – Trends and Applications” at 8 a.m. Sept. 12 in the Student Government Association Chamber at the Millennium Student Center on UMSL’s North Campus.
Christmas in August? UMSL marketing expert says yes
The temperatures outside continue to climb closer and closer to triple digitals, but the décor inside retail stores has already shifted to snowmen and jolly St. Nick.
Counseling professor talks of paradigm shift in counseling philosophy
Robert Cottone, professor of counseling and family therapy at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, shared his insight on the paradigm shift in counseling philosophy in a recent issue of Counseling Today.
UMSL students help raise money for Old Newsboys Day charities
College of Business Administration students at the University of Missouri–St. Louis joined organizers of the annual Old Newsboys Day for a golf tournament and dinner auction Aug. 4 and 5.
Eye on UMSL: For the children
Jerry Dunn, director of the Children’s Advocacy Services of Greater St. Louis at UMSL, and UMSL Chancellor Tom George cut the ribbon Friday during the grand opening of CASGSL’s third location in Kirkwood, Mo.
Social work professor earns Fulbright to establish program in India
Uma Segal, professor of social work at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, recently received a J. William Fulbright...
UMSL establishes new BCBA licensure program
Education practitioners wanting to gain licensure through a nationally approved Board Certified Behavior Analyst Program can do so at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.
Tweet, tweet
Look who is on Twitter. UMSL Chancellor Tom George published his first Tweets to mark the start of the 2013-14 year. His handle is @UMSLChancellor. Follow George at twitter.com/UMSLChancellor.
UMSL welcomes new faculty for the 2013-14 academic year
More than 35 new faculty members joined UMSL for the 2013-14 academic year. The newcomers took part last week in the annual New Faculty Orientation organized by the Center for Teaching and Learning. The two-day event introduced new faculty to the ins-and-outs of the campus including a tour, informational sessions on University Libraries, informational technology and classroom resources, meetings with students, staff and administrators and an introduction to employee benefits.
UMSL experts sourced by media to discuss school transfer law
The Missouri school transfer law for unaccredited school districts has been a hot topic this summer as two local school districts scrambled to find suitable replacement districts for their students.
UMSL counseling professor named extraordinary leader by National Career Development Association
Being recognized as a leader in your field is an amazing honor. But sharing that distinction with a select few and having your former professor and mentor among those spotlighted with you is even more endearing.
Business executive named UMSL dean
Charles Hoffman believes what made him successful as a business leader are the same attributes that will propel him in his new position as the dean of the College of Business Administration at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.
UMSL educator gaining insight, culture in Botswana
As a counseling educator, Angela Coker has spent her career focusing on the issues that plague African American women in the United States. But this year, she has the opportunity to examine those same issues from the viewpoint of African women. Coker, assistant professor of counseling and family therapy at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, is in the mist of an eight-month trip to Gaborone, Botswana, to collect data for her research study titled “Counseling Across Cultures.” The study focuses on how culture impacts the practice of counseling in southern Africa. While there she is serving as a visiting scholar at the University of Botswana.
Eye on UMSL: Howdy neighbor
Rochelle Henderson, UMSL alumna and director of health services research at Express Scripts, explains the research area in the Express Scripts Technology and Innovation Center in Berkeley, Mo. The building, located just north of UMSL, houses the company’s pharmacy and distribution center. Henderson, who earned a doctoral degree in political science from UMSL in 2010, led a tour of the facility July 26, which was attended by several members of the UMSL community. They included (from left, seated) Brenda McPhail, associate vice chancellor or advancement for development; Natissia Small, assistant dean of students and head of precollegiate programs, Julie Kraemer, coordinator in the Office of Career Services; Susan Lee, associate director of development; (from left, standing) Pat Dolan, special assistant to the vice chancellor of academic affairs; Deb Godwin, director of development; Linda Cater, associate vice chancellor for alumni relations; Ron Yasbin, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences; and Ann Steffen, associate professor of psychology.
UMSL psychology scholar named SIOP fellow
Therese Macan, associate professor of psychology at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, has been named a fellow in...
Eye on UMSL: Ain’t Misbehavin’
World renowned coach and educator Debbie Cleveland leads the Acappellooza Summer Camp women's chorus into the finale...
UMSL education professor discusses Missouri’s school transfer law
Kathleen Sullivan Brown, associate professor of educational leadership and policy studies at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, discussed Missouri’s school transfer law with the St. Louis Beacon. Brown said even though the law is just now being used, it dates back 20 years and the court case that prompted the current rush to prepare for transfers began in 2007.
UMSL digital media expert talks to KMOV about user protection
Using social media platforms and posting information about our lives is part of a daily routine for most people....
UMSL criminology students discuss Zimmerman case
As closing arguments are heard on the monthlong second-degree murder trial against George Zimmerman in Stanford, Fla., opinions are running high as people on both sides feel strongly about the case.
UMSL marketing expert talks about Panera pulling plug on ‘pay-what-you-want’ chili
After just a few months, Panera Bread Co., which operates locally as St. Louis Bread Co., announced Wednesday it was pulling the plug on the ‘pay-what-you-want’ model which allows consumers to pay what they can for a meal.
Xtreme IT! gives students glimpse into information systems field
Soldan International Studies High School (St. Louis) student Alexis Miller enjoys computers, coding and the technical part of software applications. The rising high school senior envisions herself someday working in computer securities for a corporation or medical organization. When a teacher told her about Xtreme IT!, a summer academy offered by the University of Missouri–St. Louis, she was ready to sign up.
Michael Elliott named Business College interim dean
Michael Elliott, associate dean and director of undergraduate studies for the College of Business Administration at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, was named interim dean of the college.
UMSL criminologist earns Fulbright to study Bosnian culture, immigration
Stephanie DiPietro, assistant professor of criminology and criminal justice at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, recently received a 2013-2014 J. William Fulbright Award for the Spring 2014 semester.
UMSL’s ramped-up social, digital media programs highlighted by St. Louis Business Journal
As new social networking platforms are born and digital branding applications created, staying on top of the ever-growing scene is more important than ever to marketers and business professionals.
UMSL psychology student hits the road with A Big Sad Whale
When he isn’t in class, University of Missouri–St. Louis senior psychology major Zach Petzel is writing songs, playing local gigs and preparing for his first big tour.
UMSL alumna earns Elijah Watt Sells Award
Brighton Ranney was pleasantly surprised when she found out she was a 2012 Elijah Watt Sells Award recipient. And the University of Missouri–St. Louis alumna quickly realized she had joined an elite class.
Eye on UMSL: Reflections
The Center for Character and Citizenship in the College of Education at UMSL held its annual Summer Institute in Character Education June 3-7. More than 30 educators from various states, including four from Colegio Los Nogales in Bogota, Colombia, attended the weeklong character education training run by Marvin Berkowitz, the Sanford N. McDonnell Endowed Professor of Education at UMSL. At the end of each day, participants are paired up and ask to give daily reflections on what they learned.
UMSL economist talks to KMOX about economic recovery
Dave Rose, professor of economics at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, discussed the current economic recovery Wednesday on KMOX (1120 AM).
UMSL donors create 19 scholarships; 35 more in the works for next year
University of Missouri–St. Louis students will have 19 new scholarship options to help pay for school this fall thanks to university donors and a program established by Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon and implemented by the University of Missouri System.
UMSL criminologists team up with community leaders to reduce violence
With 24 years of experience in law enforcement, Dan Isom understands the problems facing St. Louis residents.
UMSL experts discuss what to expect after graduation
Three University of Missouri–St. Louis scholars were recently featured on “Stay Tuned,” a weekly live program that airs on KETC (Channel 9). Keith Womer, dean of the College of Business Administration, Alan Byrd, dean of enrollment services, and Carl Hoagland, the Emerson Electric Endowed Professor of Teaching and Learning, took part in the show “Graduation Season: What’s Next?”
Vicki Sauter wins UM President’s Award for University Citizenship
When Vicki Sauter was 18 years old, her father fell victim to an attempted armed robbery on the street outside her...
Education dean talks about curriculum changes on KSDK
Carole Basile, dean of the College of Education at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, talked with KSDK (Channel 5) education reporter Sharon Stevens about the changes and how it will affect the way educators are trained.
UMSL psychologist wins Governor’s Award for Excellence in Education
Described by fellow faculty members as a "teacher's teacher," Ann Steffen is a passionate and committed educator and...
New UMSL partnership empowers individuals with disabilities
Patricia Kopetz is a crusader. She’s a relentless and tireless advocate for the empowerment of individuals with...
Legacy families point to UMSL’s success
Jessica Lake has spent the past seven years at the University of Missouri–St. Louis. The 25-year-old graduate student says UMSL feels like home and for good reason.
UMSL taps Linda Carter to lead alumni engagement efforts
In high school and college, Linda Carter dreamed of, and worked toward, becoming a hymnologist and researching the...
UMSL scholars honored by Academy of Science of St. Louis
Two University of Missouri– St. Louis scholars were honored for their innovative work in the sciences by the Academy of Science of St. Louis.
UMSL team takes 1st in IB Case Competition
Four students from the University of Missouri–St. Louis took home first place in the inaugural UMSL International Business Case Competition April 6.
Eye on UMSL: Midwest Model European Union
Sara Legrand (left), a junior political science major at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, Rachel Legrand...
Criminologist discusses Boston Marathon explosives
As investigators continue to piece together information and evidence from Monday’s tragic Boston Marathon bombings, officials have discovered that Anti-Personnel Improvised Explosive Devices were used. These devices are easy to make and can cause serious damage.