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Ask an Expert: Barbara Graham sheds light on the Supreme Court confirmation process
Graham, who teaches graduate and undergraduate courses on the Supreme Court, discusses what’s in store for nominee Brett Kavanaugh in this edition of UMSL Daily’s Q&A series.
UMSL well represented in 2018 St. Louis Business Journal 30 under 30 class
MBA student Nicole Ward and alumnae Fredrecka McGlown and Kirsten Jones joined other honorees at a reception last week at The Caramel Room.
MIMH Professor David Tate honored for his research on traumatic brain injuries
The associate research professor at the Missouri Institute of Mental Health was named the Senior Faculty Investigator of the Year.
UMSL to host third annual Quick Admit Day on July 17
Undergraduate transfer students will once again have the opportunity to gain admission, meet with an advisor and register for classes, all in a matter of hours.
Jianli Pan receives recognition, funding for work on edge cloud computing, cybersecurity
The assistant professor of computer science was named the Junior Faculty Investigator of the Year at the Research & Innovation Reception in May.
Faculty members bring attention to UMSL with their expertise, research pursuits
Sandra Langeslag’s research on how to get over a breakup has received attention around the globe, but she’s not the only faculty member who’s been in the news in the past year.
MFA alumnus Jason Vasser-Elong explores his family’s origins and own experiences in debut book, ‘shrimp’
The 174-page collection of poems, published by 2Leaf Press, brings together his passion for writing and interest in culture, heightened by his experiences majoring in anthropology.
Ask an Expert: Political scientist Terry Jones discusses the changes afoot in Jefferson City
The professor emeritus offered insight on such questions as whether the lieutenant governor’s seat should be filled after Mike Parson replaced Eric Greitens in the governor’s office.
UMSL alumnus Corey Smale takes entrepreneurial career in new direction with Good Fortune
The Strange Donuts co-founder, who earned a degree in communication, has opened a New Chinese American restaurant in the Botanical Heights neighborhood.
Eye on UMSL: Family outing
A family of ducks swam into the reflection of the Millennium Student Center on a recent summer afternoon on North Campus.
Criminology student Thomas Baker named a 2018 Pat Tillman Scholar
The Army veteran is the third UMSL student in as many years to receive the prestigious scholarship, which will support his work toward a PhD.
YouTube star Richard Williams, better known as Prince Ea, takes on the education system and more
The 2011 anthropology graduate’s spoken-word videos on a variety of topics have connected with a wide audience and earned him a place on Forbes’ 30 under 30 Education list.
UMSL political scientists share insights on change in Missouri Governor’s Mansion
Professors Dave Robertson and Terry Jones discussed the fallout from Gov. Eric Greitens’ resignation last week with local and national media outlets.
Ask an Expert: Criminologist Matt Vogel examines Gateway Hypothesis in current drug landscape
Vogel presented research at last month’s Addiction Science Conference hosted by the Missouri Institute of Mental Health.
Sharing lessons on the history that helped divide St. Louis
Associate Professor Priscilla Dowden-White’s teaching of the past offers lessons for the future.
Improvements visible across UMSL campus, with more to come
The new bus shelter at Alumni Circle on North Campus is just one of the many noticeable changes in the past year.
Changing course: Justin Weatherford-Pratt earns chemistry degree, plans to pursue PhD
Research opportunities played a big part in Weatherford-Pratt’s choice to transfer to UMSL after deciding to change majors.
Business alumnus Tom Santel named executive director of Civic Progress
Santel, a former executive at Anheuser-Busch, received an MBA from UMSL in 1987.
Criminology graduate Brian Rainey will look to build on undergraduate research in PhD program
Rainey has done research into the so-called code of the streets and its effect on the likelihood that youth experience violent victimization.
Marco Pipoly, UMSL’s 100,000th graduate, on path to career in neuroscience
Pipoly was celebrated as the university’s 100,000th graduate during commencement ceremonies Saturday afternoon and has received an NSF research fellowship for graduate school.
Chemistry graduate Lorna Espinosa has made her mark researching beer
Espinosa has analyzed beer bitterness alongside Assistant Teaching Professor Bruce Hamper has plans to work in the lab at Urban Chestnut Brewing Company after earning her degree.
Advanced Credit Program earns reaccreditation from national alliance
More than 6,300 students from 83 high schools across the St. Louis region enrolled in courses through the UMSL program last fall, getting an early start on their college careers.
Professor Susan Feigenbaum featured on St. Louis Fed’s ‘Women in Economics’ podcast
Feigenbaum discussed ways to attract more women into the field – something she has done throughout her three decades at UMSL.
Renowned entomologist Edward O. Wilson receives World Ecology Award
The medal from the Whitney R. Harris World Ecology Center at UMSL honors work in environmental protection and biodiversity conservation.
Ladue News spotlights Chancellor Emeritus Blanche M. Touhill
Writer Paul Brown featured Touhill in a “Person of Interest” column and chronicled the legacy she’s established at UMSL.
Youth Violence Prevention Conference examines everyday issues affecting school safety
A crowd of about 200 teachers, counselors, administrators, social workers, law-enforcement officials and family court staffers attended the conference Thursday in the J.C. Penney Auditorium.
UMSL faculty members discuss how well America incorporates immigrants on ‘St. Louis on the Air’
Professors Adriano Udani and Florian Sichling were part of a three-person panel joining host Don Marsh on Monday’s program on St. Louis Public Radio.
UMSL taps Paul Evensen to lead Public Policy Research Center
Evensen is well-connected across the St. Louis community through his work with Social Innovation STL, which he launched in 2015.
Political science major Jennifer Mossgraber chosen as Newman Civic Fellow
The junior was one of 268 college students nationwide selected to take part in program run by Campus Compact.
Media Coverage: March 2018
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.
Academy of Science of St. Louis set to honor UMSL biochemist with 2018 George Engelmann Interdisciplinary Award
Xuemin (Sam) Wang, known for his research on lipids, will receive the award at a banquet Thursday at the Missouri Botanical Garden.
Ask an Expert: Anne Winkler discusses the gender wage gap and barriers women still face in the labor market
In this Q&A series, UMSL Daily connects with subject-matter experts from across the university on newsworthy topics.
St. Louis Post-Dispatch spotlights Assistant Professor Jacqueline Thompson and her versatility on stage
Thompson has been nominated for the 2018 St. Louis Theater Circle Award for outstanding actress in a drama for her performance in “Intimate Apparel.”
UMSL getting attention in India with upcoming launch of dual degree programs with Osmania University
The two institutions will begin offering dual degree programs in chemistry, computer science, communication and business in June.
Joseph Amrine, Reggie Griffin share stories about years spent on death row for crimes they didn’t commit
Organizers from the School of Social Work, Departments of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Philosophy and Political Science and Gender Studies Program sponsored the event.
PhD student Paige Vaughn researches crime clearance and prevention on the ground in East St. Louis
Vaughn worked as an intern with the East St. Louis Police Department and observed ways officers work to build trust with residents in hopes of reducing crime.
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.