Campus photographer Derik Holtmann captured activity and engagement during the first month of classes.
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Eye on UMSL: Opportunities abound
The Ed G. Smith College of Business’ “Skills for the Future” event gave students the chance to connect with academic advisors, career and professional development staff and faculty members.
UMSL recognizes Distinguished Alumni and Outstanding Young Alumni at 2025 Founders Celebration
This year’s honorees are Eric’el Johnson, BSEE 2016; Mary Troy, BA 1970; Paula Knight, MEd 1996, EdS 2008, EdD 2014; Sam Ganga, MBA 1989; and Luke Coffey, BA 2002
UMSL community brings winning spirit to annual UMSL Night at the Ballpark
On Sept. 19, nearly 600 students, faculty, staff members and alumni cheered on the St. Louis Cardinals.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
Josie Maddox and the women’s soccer team notched shutout victories against Rockhurst and Southwest Baptist, scoring a combined five goals in the two matches.
UMSL in Motion: Acting out the larynx
Music students in Assistant Professor Bethany Worrell’s class built a larger-than-life model of the larynx and demonstrated how it works to produce sounds.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
Senior cross country runner Will Kaempfe won his second straight race to start season, taking first at the Larry Young Invitational in Columbia, Missouri.
Eye on UMSL: An artistic eye
The art exhibition, “Digital Realms: An Exhibition of New Media Practices,” is on display through Oct. 17 at Gallery 210@FAB.
5th annual UMSL 5K to bring alumni, community together on campus
Two-time UMSL graduate Samuel Fredeking is one of the legion of alumni who have made running in the race an annual tradition. This year’s event is set for Oct. 18.
UMSL alum Isabelle Herman first to complete full Triton Traditions challenge
UMSL students complete a series of challenges that guide them in discovering aspects of campus life they might not otherwise encounter.
Eye on UMSL: Global study options
UMSL’s study abroad programs offer students the opportunity to enhance their college experience in a variety of academic disciplines across the globe.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
Junior Dani Solavera won medalist honors while leading the men’s golf team to its first Arch Cup title since 2022.
Media Coverage: August 2025
Stories about the university, its scholars and their expertise are often covered by local and national news media. Media Coverage highlights some of the top stories.
Eye on UMSL: An Irish welcome
Geraldine Byrne Nason, Ireland’s ambassador to the U.S., visited the UMSL campus during her three-day tour of Missouri.
Eye on UMSL: Honors kickoff
The Pierre Laclede Honors College welcomed students for the fall 2025 semester with a number of informative orientation events on Aug. 21.
Katsev family builds multigenerational legacy at UMSL College of Optometry
Dr. Nina Katsev graduated from the college in 1992, and daughters Dr. Cailyn Katsev Ruck and Dr. Julia “Kiki” Katsev Larson followed her path, earning degrees in 2017 and 2018, respectively.
Eye on UMSL: A global welcome
More than 100 international students from 30 countries – covering more than 30 academic disciplines – were welcomed to UMSL for the fall semester.
Fall semester kicks off at UMSL with new student convocation and other Weeks of Welcome events
From Aug. 21-29, UMSL’s combined orientation and welcome is designed to help students navigate campus and connect with fellow Tritons.
Eye on UMSL: Cloud watching
Campus photographer Derik Holtmann captured this peaceful scene from the stairwell outside the Recreation and Wellness Center on the North Campus.
Media Coverage: July 2025
Stories about the university, its scholars and their expertise are often covered by local and national news media. Media Coverage highlights some of the top stories.
Eye on UMSL: Glass work
Progress continues on the new Richter Family Welcome and Alumni Center, which is part of the Transform UMSL initiative.
George Nnanna named ABET commissioner and team chair
Nnanna, the founding director of the UMSL School of Engineering, will begin his five-year term with the Engineering Accreditation Commission on Aug. 1.
Eye on UMSL: Quad prep
The Transform UMSL project rolls along with crews preparing the Quad for an expansion of the Social Sciences and Business Building.
Media Coverage: June 2025
Stories about the university, its scholars and their expertise are often covered by local and national news media. Media Coverage highlights some of the top stories.
Eye on UMSL: A reflective moment
A storm system visited the UMSL campus last week and left a stunning visual.
Eye on UMSL: Primed to lead
The PRIMED Institute in Character Education’s annual five-day event held on UMSL’s campus is designed for school leaders committed to fostering character development in students.
Eye on UMSL: For a good cause
UMSL students participated in “Pie the Greek” last month to help fraternity and sorority members raise money for their philanthropies.
Eye on UMSL: Tornado Response Drive
UMSL Tritons are coming together to help those in the community who were impacted by the deadly tornado that ripped through St. Louis on May 16.
Explore Germany with UMSL alum Franziska Hauptmann
Hauptmann now lives in Stuttgart for graduate school and works as a student quality engineer at Porsche.
UMSL alum Semir Vajzovic invests in the next generation of engineers
Vajzovic is the director of asset, investment and risk management at Ameren and an adjunct instructor in the UMSL/WashU Joint Engineering Program
Eye on UMSL: Peak performance
University Singers and Vocal Point performed together in a concert last month to close out the spring semester.
Media Coverage: May 2025
Stories about the university, its scholars and their expertise are often covered by local and national news media. Media Coverage highlights some of the top stories.
Eye on UMSL: Tritons Together
Members of the UMSL community are reaching out to help those impacted by the devastating tornado that ripped through St. Louis on May 16.
Garden View Care Centers partnership opens doors for UMSL nursing students
Wallat Baban was part of a group of students who learned more about the field of long-term geriatric care through the partnership.
UMSL Tritons: Weekly rewind
The men’s golf team wrapped up its season by placing 17th at last week’s NCAA Division II Championship in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
UMSL’s newest graduates celebrate completion of their college journey
Campus photographer Derik Holtmann captured joyous scenes as UMSL celebrated nearly 1,700 spring and summer graduates during five commencement ceremonies.
Eye on UMSL: ‘Death and Life’
The UMSL Symphony Orchestra and Wind Ensemble performed a featuring the works of composers Eric Houghton and Hector Berlioz.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
Junior Wilma Zanderau tied for 10th individually at last week’s NCAA Division II Women’s Golf Championship, and the Tritons finished in 14th place in the team standings.
Double your impact: Matching gift opportunities drive Transform UMSL momentum
Gifts for constructing the Richter Family Welcome and Alumni Center and renovating the Arts Administration Building will be matched dollar for dollar through June 30.
Eye on UMSL: Career milestones
Chancellor Kristin Sobolik and Provost Steven Berberich were on hand to honor employees celebrating significant work anniversaries over the past year at the Career Milestone Recognition Reception.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
The men’s and women’s golf teams are both bound for the NCAA Division II Golf Championships after finishing second and fifth, respectively, in their regional tournaments.
Media Coverage: April 2025
Stories about the university, its scholars and their expertise are often covered by local and national news media. Media Coverage highlights some of the top stories.
Eye on UMSL: Lifting her voice
Vocal music students performed during a recital last Wednesday at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
The baseball team secured the No. 8 seed in the Great Lakes Valley Conference Tournament after taking two out of three in a wet weekend series against Maryville.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
UMSL’s golf teams are each headed to the NCAA Tournament after strong performances in the Great Lakes Valley Conference Championships.
Eye on UMSL: Practice makes perfect
Coaches and student athletes from UMSL’s basketball, volleyball and soccer teams worked with more than 20 children at the Mark Twain Athletic Center as part of Bring a Child to Work Day.
Eye on UMSL: ‘A Grand Night for Singing!’
Members of the Singing Actor’s Workshop Ensemble perform a song from Rodgers and Hammerstein on April 10 in the Lee Theater at the Touhill.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
The 20th-ranked women’s golf team took first place in the UMSL Spring Invitational, finishing 29 shots ahead of runner-up Indianapolis at Norwood Hills Country Club.
Scott Morris, Jesse Frey describe how UMSL is fostering entrepreneurship in latest episode of Inside UMSL podcast
Morris serves as the director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center, and Frey, a marketing major, is the founder of Headlok.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
Freshman Morgan Lint helped the women’s tennis team post victories against Illinois Springfield and Lewis to open the GLVC schedule.