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Pirate historian Mark Hanna talks to ‘St. Louis on the Air’ ahead of UMSL Opera Theatre production
The UC San Diego associate professor will be speaking before each of three weekend performances of Gilbert and Sullivan’s “The Pirates of Penzance” at the Touhill.
Political scientist Marty Rochester delivers Great Decisions lecture on America’s shifting foreign policy
UMSL colleagues Joel Glassman and Jean-Germain Gros are among the upcoming speakers in the eight-week lecture series at the Ethical Society of St. Louis.
KMOV catches UMSL admissions team surprising future Opportunity Scholars
Vice Provost Alan Byrd and Director of Admissions Drew Griffin delivered full-ride scholarship offers to five area high school students.
Chemistry alumni Bill and Dawn Shiang have advice for couples juggling two careers
The two PhD graduates hope their experience over 25 years working and climbing the corporate ladder at Dow Chemical has lessons for others today.
Bleacher Report spotlights Cardinals standout Tommy Pham – including UMSL professor’s role in his success
Optometry Professor Ed Bennett is one of four men who make up Pham’s team of eye specialists, helping the outfielder manage his vision as he deals with keratoconus.
Robert Ricklefs’ research on tropical bird incubation times draws attention from Science Daily
The Curators’ Professor of Biology used DNA sequencing to show a correlation between the longer incubation times of some tropical birds and lower parasite loads.
Panel examines patriotism through the experiences of African Americans
“I, Too, Sing America” was one of multiple events put on by the University Program Board during UMSL’s celebration of Black History Month.
Conference highlights intersection of issues with labor and civil rights
Douglas Swanson, the coordinator of the labor studies at UMSL, put on “Civil Rights in Workers’ Lives,” which attracted an audience of more than 130 people.
Professor Dave Robertson explains debate over partisan gerrymandering on KCUR
The political science chair discussed some misunderstood aspects of the issue while appearing on the Kansas City public radio station.
History Chair Laura Westhoff honored for teaching excellence
The associate professor of history and education accepted the Eugene Asher Distinguished Teaching Award from the American Historical Association.
Economics Resource Center renamed in honor of late Professor Sharon G. Levin
Family members, friends and former colleagues gathered last week to remember Levin and the mark she made on economics at UMSL and beyond.
Ask an Expert: Anthropologist Susan Brownell watches world come together at Olympic Games
In this Q&A series, UMSL Daily connects with subject-matter experts from across the university on newsworthy topics.
Psychology graduate Katrina Lynn continuing her education and research in Japan
Lynn will begin pursuing a master’s degree from the Department of Developmental Biology and Neuroscience at Tohoku University in April.
St. Louis Business Journal spotlights Thompson Coburn Chairman and UMSL alumnus Tom Minogue
Minogue discussed his long tenure as chairman of the firm, its future and the impact it’s already had on the landscape of downtown St. Louis.
Students cheer Blues to victory at UMSL Night on the Ice
A contingent of 90 students and a few friends purchased tickets for the first-ever event put on by New Student Programs to cap Triton Spring Launch.
UMSL political scientists discuss Missouri governor’s situation with local and national news outlets
Department Chair Dave Robertson and Professor David Kimball provided their analysis for outlets such as KSDK, KMOV and Talking Points Memo.
Estefania Fernandez Barrancos hopes studies at UMSL prepare her for work restoring Amazon rainforests
The native of Bolivia is the latest recipient of a Christensen Fund Graduate Fellowship in Plant Conservation from the Whitney R. Harris World Ecology Center.
Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice recognized nationally for online bachelor’s program
The website College Choice recently ranked UMSL’s program eighth nationally on its list of the 50 Best Online Criminal Justice Degrees.
Andrew Kersten named new dean of the College of Arts and Sciences
Kersten has been dean of the College of Letters, Arts and Social Sciences at the University of Idaho and will assume his new role Aug. 1.
Political science alumnus Nate Wilson working for the cause of peace in Libya
Wilson works as a program officer for the U.S. Institute of Peace and oversees peace-building projects from his post in Tunisia.
James Day aims for a job with National Park Service after earning criminology and criminal justice degree
The Army veteran plans to enroll in the Seasonal Law Enforcement Training Program in North Carolina with the goal of becoming a law enforcement ranger.
Anthropology graduate Shawn Edghill studies the past as he reshapes his own future
Edghill had a degree in urban planning and design when he decided to return to school to pursue a second bachelor’s in anthropology.
Ask an Expert: Zoe Peterson discusses America’s reckoning with sexual assault and harassment
In this Q&A series, UMSL Daily connects with subject-matter experts from across the university on newsworthy topics.
Psychology graduate and heart transplant patient Angela Farrell eyes graduate school, research to aid chronically ill children
Farrell’s interested in researching post-traumatic stress on children with chronic conditions who undergo significant medical procedures.
Summer science experience in high school inspires 2 students now in UMSL’s freshman class
Evan Montgomery (pictured) and Precious Taylor worked in Associate Professor Chung Wong’s lab while taking part in the REAP/STARS programs in 2016.
Doctoral student Matt Austin tries to unlock mystery behind bumblebee populations
The third-year doctoral student in biology is trying to solve why some species are in increasing danger of dying off while others thrive.
A look into the lives of international students who choose UMSL
Several international students share their experiences at an American university in a Midwest city.
After breaking glass ceiling in mayor’s office, UMSL alumna Lyda Krewson aims to expand city’s revitalization successes
A degree from UMSL helped Krewson launch her first career, in accounting, in 1977.
STLCyberCon 2017 attracts large audience of students and professionals to UMSL
The conference was a joint effort of the computer science and information systems departments and showcased the university as a hub of cybersecurity education.
Whitney and Anna Harris Conservation Forum brings lessons on environmental justice
The event featured varied perspectives on the topic and attracted an audience of about 300 people last Thursday at the Saint Louis Zoo.
Richard Rosenfeld to receive Sutherland Award from the American Society of Criminology
The award is a way to recognize the Founders Professor for a career’s worth of contributions to the field.
UMSL, STLCC partnership aims to help meet the need for more STEM teachers
An agreement between the two institutions will expand the reach of UMSL’s We Teach MO STEM education program.
UMSL criminologists win prize for article examining rise in mass incarceration in US
Michael Campbell, Matt Vogel and Joshua Williams are set to receive the American Society of Criminology’s 2017 Outstanding Article Award.
New ranking shows UMSL tops among Missouri schools offering need-based financial aid to upperclassmen
The university has taken proactive measures to help ensure students have the financial support they need to finish their degrees.
UMSL receives national recognition for excellence in student voter engagement
Patricia Zahn accepted three awards on behalf of UMSL on Thursday at the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge awards ceremony in Washington.
David Klinger talks to St. Louis Public Radio about how better tactics can help reduce police shootings
The UMSL criminologist says some officers haven’t been trained well and others don’t always adhere to their training or might need a refresher.
Criminology alumni making impact in civilian roles in St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department
Will Werner, Sherri Schaefer and Emily Blackburn support commissioned officers through their work in planning, application development and crime analysis, respectively.
Dave Robertson discusses history of the 25th Amendment and its application on KMOX
The political science chair appeared on The Charlie Brennan Show on Friday.
Chancellor trumpets UMSL’s global contributions to ecology through Harris Center in op-ed
The St. Louis Post-Dispatch published Tom George’s guest column on its website on Oct. 10.
Keith Stine honored with St. Louis Award for his contributions to profession of chemistry
The St. Louis Section of the American Chemical Society recognized the UMSL professor at a banquet Friday night at Glen Echo Country Club.
Physics Professor Bob Henson’s 50 years of service to UMSL recognized on campus, in Post-Dispatch
Chancellor Tom George presented him with a photo collage of UMSL images in recognition of his long tenure at Wednesday’s State of the University Address.
Greek Studies Professor Michael Cosmopoulos elected to Royal Society of Canada
Cosmopoulos’ latest honor comes on the heels of his induction to the European Academy of Sciences and Arts in March.
UMSL gets high marks for student voter participation in recent study
Research from Tufts University showed that 67.4 percent of eligible UMSL students voted last November, a rate 17 percent higher than students nationally.
Economics student gets up-close view of Washington interning in Sen. Claire McCaskill’s office
Graduate student Jordan Lucas gained a better understanding of government and an affinity for Washington’s vibrance through his experience over the summer.
Meehan Scholarship awarded to 28 students in College of Arts and Sciences
More than 200 students have benefited from the scholarship since it was established in memory of late political science professor Eugene J. Meehan in 2002.
St. Louis Business Journal honors 3 UMSL alumni among this year’s Diverse Business Leaders Award recipients
Eric Madkins, Marcela Manjarrez Hawn and Jason Jan were among 23 individuals, businesses and organizations recognized last week at a luncheon in downtown St. Louis.
Felesha Clarke first recipient of the Dr. Donald Suggs Scholarship at UMSL
The freshman was valedictorian of her high school class at Lift for Life Academy and plans to study engineering through the Joint Engineering Program.
PhD student Eric Vorst examines incivility on social media and its potential impact on political engagement
Vorst is set to defend his dissertation later this month.
MPPA graduate Cordaryl Patrick working to spur economic development in north St. Louis County
He serves as the economic recovery coordinator for the St. Louis Economic Development Partnership, aiding businesses in Ferguson, Dellwood and Jennings.