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UMSL working to build partnership with Osmania University in India
The budding relationship adds to UMSL’s ongoing efforts to expand its reach around the globe so it can attract more international students.
Public policy administration major Tommy Ruether to take part in Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange
The senior was one of 75 Americans selected to participate in the program and will spend a year studying and working in Germany.
Political science students gain new perspectives on European politics through participation in Midwest Model EU
Professor Joyce Mushaben led the group participating in the annual simulation of the European Union at Indiana University in Bloomington.
Economics graduate Matt Segrist to apply lessons learned at UMSL in new job at Post Holdings
Segrist is set to assume his post after receiving his bachelor of science and master of arts degrees in economics during this weekend’s commencement ceremonies.
Economics Resource Center has become unofficial ‘hub of the econ department’
The bustling room on the top floor of the Social Sciences and Business Building is an important space for student interaction and collaboration.
UMSL political scientists share insights on President Donald Trump’s first 100 days
Professor David Kimball moderated a panel discussion with colleagues Barbara Graham, Dave Robertson, Marty Rochester and Adriano Udani about the start of the new administration.
Terry Jones discusses the blue-city, red-state divide in Missouri with PBS NewsHour
The Founders Professor shared insight on the issue of preemption as played out in a fight over the minimum wage in the city of St. Louis.
Criminologist Beth Huebner part of research team tracking complex web of monetary sanctions in 9 states
Preliminary findings suggest the impact on a person’s pocketbook depends largely on his or her location on a map.
Patrick Mulcahy turns to MPPA program to help prepare him for career in public service
Mulcahy’s studies at UMSL complement the on-the-job training he’s received as an aide to St. Louis County Councilman Pat Dolan.
UMSL students win Industry Issues Competition put on by the Society of Financial Service Professionals
Emily Donaldson, Jacob Duren and Adam Tiemann earned a trophy and a $5,000 scholarship for their presentation earlier this year in Phoenix.
Mark Tranel discusses research on households struggling to meet everyday needs with St. Louis Public Radio
The director of the Public Policy Research Center was part of a panel with United Way of Greater St. Louis Vice Presidents Julie Russell and Dayna Stock on “St. Louis on the Air.”
Youth Violence Prevention Conference offers multidisciplinary examination of gun violence
Criminologists, criminal justice practitioners and psychologists from around the country shared insights during the 16th annual event.
UMSL ranked among the top college values
SmartAsset compiled the rankings after weighing factors such as tuition, living expenses and the average starting salary of graduates.
Political science chair Dave Robertson shares perspective on election results with KMOX
He appeared on “Total Information AM,” discussing the defeat of the proposed soccer stadium as well as what new leadership could mean for regional cooperation.
Conference put on by Center for Ethics in Public Life examines campaign finance reform
The March 24 event titled “Ethics, Money & Politics” brought together academics, legislators and political operatives and explored all sides of the debate.
UMSL ranked fifth among ‘50 Best Colleges for Adult Education’
Great Value Colleges compiled the rankings after weighing factors such as affordability, the number of online degree programs and other services benefiting nontraditional students.
UMSL receives designation as a ‘Voter Friendly Campus’
The university was one of 83 campuses in 23 states to receive the designation through an initiative by the Campus Vote Project and NASPA.
St. Louis Public Radio details a history of golf – intertwined with UMSL’s history – in north St. Louis County
The university was founded on land that used to be Bellerive Country Club and today owns Normandie Golf Club, the oldest public course west of the Mississippi.
Tom Meuser discusses impact Alzheimer’s can have on caregivers on ‘The Pulse of St. Louis’
The director of UMSL’s gerontology program was part of a panel of experts appearing on the Saturday night show on KPLR.
Martin Rochester argues for more diversity of thought on college campuses while appearing on KMOX
The Curators’ Teaching Professor of political science appeared on The Charlie Brennan Show on Thursday.
Panel discusses ways to mold future for African Americans in St. Louis
The African American chapter of the UMSL Alumni Association and the Associated Black Collegians presented the event, titled “Black in St. Louis: Sculpting the future.”
Dave Robertson helps break down St. Louis mayoral race on ‘Stay Tuned’ on the Nine Network
The chair of UMSL’s Department of Political Science sees a difficult race to predict less than two weeks from the March 7 primary.
UMSL students join in cleanup efforts at Chesed Shel Emeth Cemetery
They joined hundreds of volunteers from around St. Louis in a show of support after an act of vandalism that has attracted national headlines.
UMSL, Lewis & Clark sign transfer agreement benefiting criminology students
The agreement signed Monday provides a seamless transfer between the two institutions so students can take advantage of UMSL’s nationally ranked program.
Showman Braxton Perry wins the title of Big Man on Campus
The senior physical education major entertained the crowd with his magician-in-training act and won the coveted crown.
UMSL criminologists joining the Research Network on Misdemeanor Justice
The network will use data analytics to inform policy discussions and reform regarding trends in the enforcement of lower-level offenses.
Shaji Khan shares tips to help bolster cybersecurity on ‘St. Louis on the Air’
The assistant professor of information systems joined a panel of experts to discuss cybersecurity issues with host Don Marsh.
AT&T CEO shares wisdom with UMSL business students
Randall Stephenson stressed the need to constantly retool and relearn during the CEO Speaker Series event at the Millennium Student Center.
UMSL political scientists share results of research into belief in voter fraud in Washington Post analysis
Their work shows strong correlation between belief in voter fraud and resentment of nonwhite immigrants.
Criminology alumnus putting law enforcement lessons to use as a conservation agent
Nick Bommarito has been living out a childhood dream since taking over the post in New Madrid County for the Missouri Department of Conservation.
St. Louis baseball writers recognize UMSL softball standout Hannah Perryman at annual dinner
The Tritons’ four-time All-American received the John E. Wray/Myron Holtzman Award, bestowed for achievement in a sport other than baseball.
Jean-Germain Gros’ book explores origins and practices of health-care policy in Africa
The UMSL political science professor’s latest published work brings together roughly 30 years of study in African politics, policy and administration.
Dan Isom to share message for young leaders while commemorating Martin Luther King Jr.
The Endowed Professor of Policing and the Community will deliver the keynote address at Hazelwood’s 15th annual Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Jan. 15.
Public policy administration grad already applying his knowledge as Pine Lawn alderman
Elwyn Walls was elected to the board in April as part of a three-person slate hoping to improve government practices in the north St. Louis County suburb.
Genocide survivor pursues international relations degree with goal of one day doing humanitarian work
Justin Kimenyerwa is a central character in the documentary “The Last Survivor” after fleeing the Congo and coming to the United States as a refugee.
Soccer teammates Joe Rund, Evan Garrad earn recognition as Academic All-Americans on way to medical school
UMSL was one of two men’s soccer programs nationally to put two players on the Division II Academic All-America First Team.
Economics graduate Majana Reis among women featured in The Resilient Souls Project
The photography exhibit tells stories of survival, including Reis’. She fled civil war in Bosnia as a teenager and earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees at UMSL.
Compassionate care earns nursing alumna Julius Beck recognition
The 2015 graduate received a DAISY Award for her efforts on behalf of one of her patients at Mercy Hospital.
Political science department aims to prepare students for changing world with new international relations degree
The program is the first of its kind in the UM System, and it will take advantage of a wealth of international expertise that already exists at UMSL.
Economics Professor Sel Dibooglu to deliver keynote address at international conference in Turkey
Dibooglu will present research he’s done with colleagues in Turkey and Kazakhstan on forecasting bank defaults at the UMSL-sponsored event.
Exit-polling project helps political science students get up-close look at electoral process
Students were on hand at 20 polling places on Election Day in a stratified sample of St. Louis County, and they collected more than 400 surveys.
Criminology students get glimpse of what traffic stops are like for law enforcement officers
Students from the Criminology and Criminal Justice Undergraduate Student Association went through a series of role-playing exercises with the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
Criminology major Jeph Jones finds purpose in raising awareness of veteran suicide
The student veteran served two tours in Iraq and struggled to adapt after returning home, so he’s using his experience to help others.
‘ABC & Politics’ event generates dialogue on local issues, importance of engaging in political process
Local politicians took part in the panel discussion Tuesday evening in the Century Rooms of the Millennium Student Center.
UMSL political scientists share insights on ‘Huge election’ during Carpenter Series lecture
Professors David Kimball, Anita Manion and Dave Robertson each presented and took questions Thursday evening in the J.C. Penney Auditorium.
Vince Schoemehl to share ideas on how to prepare St. Louis for the future at Oct. 26 MPPA gathering
The former St. Louis mayor and Grand Center Inc. president will be speaking during the event at the J.C. Penney Conference Center.
MPPA student aims to make a difference in her adopted home through community development
Jenny Connelly-Bowen spent her summer working as an intern at Rise Community Development and Northside Community Housing.
Dave Robertson’s insights on second presidential debate shared around the globe
The political science chair spoke to news organizations, both local and international, as Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump squared off in St. Louis.
Experiences while at UMSL helped prepare alumna Andrea Ellis to juggle work, law school
The 2015 economics graduate has continued her role in the Missouri Army National Guard amid a loaded schedule.