The acclaimed designer and author also gave a lecture on the history of Russian design during his campus visit.
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UMSL alumnus examines tangled intricacies of adolescence, tragedy and human resilience in debut novel
Michael Nye, author of “All the Castles Burned,” says the guidance he received from UMSL faculty members had a deep impact on him as a fiction writer.
UMSL alumna brings lessons in composition and rhetoric to broader St. Louis community with FLOW, her grant-funded startup
Amanda Wells credits her graduate alma mater with helping her grow the idea into an achievable dream.
UMSL’s Museum Studies program, listed No. 25 nationwide, is also among the most affordable
Graduates of the program have gone on to assume key positions at cultural institutions in St. Louis and throughout the country.
UMSL Veterans Center welcomes new director, celebrates 5 years as a campus hub
Joshua Perschbacher stepped into the role earlier this month. Nearly 50 percent more student veterans are now enrolled at UMSL compared to when the center first opened.
A century after one of the bloodiest events in US racial history, UMSL student investigates its causes and relevance for today
Mehnaz Ahmad’s article “More Than Meets the Eye: The Layered Causes of the East St. Louis Race Riot” appeared in the Fall 2017 issue of Gateway magazine.
Lebanese MFA grad recalls finding her voice at UMSL, now heads Arab-themed literary journal
Rewa Zeinati discussed her experience as a post-9/11 newcomer to the U.S. during a recent presentation at Phoenicia University, where she is an instructor.
UMSL history major looks to continue research into late antiquity in grad school
Audri Adams earned her BA in history last month – plus honors college and writing certificates. She’s long been interested in the study of past civilizations.
Campus gears up for a great semester with Triton Spring Launch
Feeling the fog of extreme temps and changed routines as winter break grinds to a halt? Not to worry. Spring’s just days away – the spring semester, that is.
Steven Rowan’s newly digitized translations preserve ‘Mysteries of New Orleans’ and other 19th-century texts for future readers
A prolific translator of German and French documents, he’s lately been on a mission to make his English versions widely accessible to the public.
Music education degree is dream come true for nontraditional student Odell Jackson
The percussionist, aspiring band director and father of three is graduating summa cum laude after turning an initial fear of failure into a 3.8 GPA.
UMSL Jazz Ensemble selected to perform with industry icons in Chicago and Dallas this winter
The 19 student members of the group have just hit what Director of Jazz Studies Jim Widner describes as the trifecta.
Writers in the Schools initiative puts local teens and UMSL graduate students in vital conversation
First-year MFA student Ginger O’Donnell currently leads the all-volunteer WITS efforts alongside fellow UMSL creative writing students and alumni.
Pat Tillman Scholar Heath McClung sets sights on next-generation prosthetics
One of about 2 million amputees in the U.S., the UMSL student notes that the population is expected to grow with the rise of Type 2 diabetes among baby boomers.
Jennifer McKnight’s new class pairs design students with dementia patients
Every UMSL course that she teaches demands a lot from her graphic design students, and the one she piloted over the summer was no exception.
Graduating building managers reflect on campus rec’s growth since it first opened
Tabitha Milon, Braxton Perry and Lizzy Turner, along with classmate Davide Scacchetti (not pictured), have gained friends and work experience at the UMSL Recreation and Wellness Center.
UMSL named to Military Times’ ‘Best Colleges’ list for 4th straight year
The rankings factor in the results of Military Times’ annual survey of services, campus culture, academic achievement rates and other resources and outcomes.
Graduating senior draws on language skills at Latino outreach center, aims to practice family law
When Kim Castizo crosses the commencement stage next month, she’ll be making both her mother and her son, Daniel, especially proud.
Studio art alumnus opens furniture showroom in Maplewood, reflects on earning UMSL degree
The accommodating way in which an art professor at UMSL responded to Martin Goebel’s questions more than a decade ago made a big difference for the St. Louis native.
Senior Scholars Program aims for a more intergenerational, age-friendly university community
Several of the first people to be accepted into the pilot, set to launch at the start of the spring 2018 semester, discuss their interest in the program.
New UMSL conductor Darwin Aquino and student musicians anticipate debut performance
Aquino discusses the Nov. 8 concert, his excitement about the music department and his personal journey from the Dominican Republic to St. Louis.
Alumna Liesl Christman puts design expertise to work helping fellow citizens grapple with World War I
A graduate of UMSL’s graphic design program, Liesl Christman works for the National World War I Museum and Memorial in Kansas City, Missouri.
Unassuming but vibrant Paul Artspace, founded by UMSL professor, draws residents from St. Louis and around the world
Ever since grad school, Michael Behle had hoped to create some kind of artist collective if he ever got the chance.
Don’t miss Mercantile Library’s ‘OK, I’ll Do It Myself’ exhibit and other must-see shows
Dale Evans’ scruffy boots and other memorabilia relating to the film and TV star are among 144 items on display through Sunday.
Mural adds finishing touch to reimagined Office of Student Involvement
The space is even more inviting now that eye-catching, UMSL-themed artwork fills one whole wall.
Todrick Hall brings song, dance and good conversation to UMSL – plus a Beyoncé-inspired acrostic
The prominent entertainer and YouTuber visited campus this week as part of the Office of Student Involvement’s Speaker Series.
Visiting scholar offers look at historian’s craft in action, connections to science and policy
Dan Bender will connect with students, faculty and community members this week during his College of Arts and Sciences grant-funded visit.
Mercantile Library’s new ‘Headlines of History’ exhibition draws on vast newspaper collection, takes visitors back in time
St. Louis’ rich journalistic legacy is at the center of the wide-ranging show, which is free and open to the public beginning Oct. 9.
See 34 Shakespeare plays all at once at UMSL’s Gallery FAB
Dan Younger’s “Julius Caesar” is among a set of wide-ranging visual interpretations on display through Oct. 12 in the Fine Arts Building.
Meet the newest UMSL Bridge Program Express Scripts Scholars
Five more local teens are now benefiting from UMSL scholarships made possible through a partnership of Express Scripts and the university’s Bridge Program.
Historian Kevin Fernlund joins KMOX for timely ‘Whole ’Nother Story’ about Stanislav Petrov
He recently discussed “The Man Who Stopped World War III” back in 1983 with KMOX reporter and UMSL alumnus Kevin Killeen.
EP release, graduation up next for UMSL violinist and media studies major
Mario Miles-Turnage’s musical style draws on years of classical training and a knack for exploring what the violin can bring to many different genres.
Citizen-driven filmmaking at center of upcoming Primm lecture at Missouri History Museum
Featuring documentary filmmaker Louis Massiah, this year’s James Neal Primm Lecture in History is set for 7 p.m. Sept. 18 at the Missouri History Museum.
Gallery Visio exhibit brings design students’ Amsterdam lessons back to St. Louis
The show features work inspired by two weeks spent exploring the design industry in the Netherlands.
UMSL faculty member, students drum up excitement during Missouri Botanical Garden’s Japanese Festival
St. Louis Osuwa Taiko drummers (from left) Jack Glennon, Hitomi Salini and Natsuki Kobayashi are all members of the UMSL campus community.
Flurry of new students and energy in the spotlight during UMSL’s Move-In Day
Campus volunteers ensured that the newest members of the Triton community arrived to find a crowd of friendly faces eager to assist.
UMSL grad’s mission at Eat Sandwiches is to ‘feed people good food’
Byron Smith is the co-owner, operator and chef of Eat Sandwiches, which opened last fall near Tower Grove Park in south St. Louis.
First day of college, first solar eclipse for many UMSL students
The first day of the fall semester is always a big deal at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, but the 2017 version was in a class all its own.
New students set out on transit-powered quest around St. Louis
The STL Metro Scavenger Hunt drew a record crowd of participants to the UMSL South MetroLink Station on Saturday afternoon.
Student leaders offer top picks, expert advice as new semester looms
Members of the Weeks of Welcome crew share their favorite campus traditions and some words of wisdom.
Fred Fausz bids farewell to his ‘weird office’ full of artifacts, loaning many to National Park Service
The history professor is retiring this month after 26 years of service at UMSL.
Seeing education open up a world of possibility in his own life keeps Alan Byrd eager to help change things for others
The UMSL dean of enrollment will be honored next month with an Excellence in Education Award from the St. Louis American Foundation.
Gallery 210 opens 2017-18 season with ‘Jumbled Time’
“Barista Who Could See the Future” is among the works to be featured in the Gallery 210 show that opens later this month.
Elizabeth Eckelkamp named UMSL’s first associate provost for student success
Currently an associate dean in the College of Arts and Sciences, she will step into the new role Aug. 28.
Balancing art, studies and work, Brock Seals adds premiere of 50 Paint Bottles to the mix
The St. Louis Post-Dispatch recently named the UMSL student among 10 emerging artists who are doing big things in the St. Louis arts scene.
St. Louis Press Club honors 2 UMSL student journalists
Both enthusiastic contributors to The Current, Candice Murdock and Kat Riddler share a curiosity about others’ lives and perspectives.
Alla Voskoboynikova recognized with Steinway award for outstanding piano instruction
Steinway Piano Gallery of St. Louis applauded the UMSL music faculty member’s excellence in helping students achieve their maximum potential.
BFA alumnus’s local gallery show ‘Altar of Commerce’ probes consequences of globalization
“Played” – over 12 feet in width – is among the pieces that Bryan Robertson will have on display July 22 to Aug. 26 at the Cathy Gregory Studio Gallery.
Nearing end of college career that began at age 15, UMSL student has sights set on music industry
An accomplished violinist, singer and songwriter, Abigail Stahlschmidt has a new single playing on local radio.
This month’s Acappellooza Summer marks 5 years of harmony and fun
The UMSL music camp has quadrupled in size since its 2013 beginnings under the direction of Associate Professor of Music Jim Henry.