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Matt Hirschfeld’s art takes him from UMSL to SNL
The UMSL alumnus has contributed his artwork to an exhibit commemorating the 40th anniversary of Saturday Night Live.
Niyi Coker will produce musical of Miriam Makeba in South Africa
The UMSL professor will produce “Zenzi” during a fellowship at the University of the Western Cape.
IN UNISON scholarship makes a sweet tune for Maria Ellis
The UMSL student spent 12 years in sales for AT&T but always knew music was where her heart was.
Shawntelle Fisher helps many others on her way to success
From incarceration to graduation: “I made a decision that this was it,” said Fisher (right). “I’ve been on a mission ever since. I love what I do.”
UMSL psychologist discusses sexual assaults among college students
Zoe Peterson, associate professor of psychological sciences, weighs in on myths about rape and sexual assault and how to change campus culture.
Are you in love? A team of UMSL researchers wants to talk to you
Leading the project are (from left) Kruti Surti, Amanda Lococo, Assistant Professor of Psychology Sandra Langeslag, Remy Mallett and Kaylyn Moore.
Tzu-Hwa Ho returning to UMSL after piano success
She graduated from UMSL in 2007, works as a professional pianist and instructor and will be performing as part of the Piano Alumni Concert on April 21.
UMSL choral studies Director Jim Henry performs on national television
On Saturday morning, when most people were still in their pajamas, one University of Missouri–St. Louis professor was...
Scrambled words could provide insight to help people with dyslexia
Neuroscience student Emma Trammel demonstrates how she monitors a research subject’s brainwaves.
Madelyn Boyne makes her debut in ‘Good People’
The UMSL education major will take on a role originated on Broadway by Frances McDormand. The play will be April 9-12 at the Touhill.
Double Date caps victorious year with MADCO collaboration
“MADCO: Double Date” will take place at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 3 p.m., Sunday at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.
Theatre of the Oppressed brings healing art to St. Louis
UMSL faculty collaborated with Shakespeare Festival St. Louis on the workshop that’s designed to teach participants how to use dramatic arts for nonviolent activism.
Millennials need to get politically involved, Donna Brazile says
She spoke to a crowd of students, faculty, staff and community members March 16 as part of the Student Life Speaker Series.
‘Hansel and Gretel’ brings scrumptious visuals to the opera
When performers with the UMSL Opera Theatre take the stage March 13-15 at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center, they’re not only taking audiences on a fantastic journey.
UMSL piano scholar Alla Voskoboynikova plans Touhill concert
Voskoboynikova will present a concert with violinist David Halen, concertmaster of the St. Louis Symphony, March 8 at the Touhill.
UMSL jazz events will honor trumpet great Clark Terry
His expertise as a musician was legendary, but his readiness to mentor young musicians and students – including those at UMSL – is what sticks out in Jim Widner’s mind.
‘Aqueous’ brings watery images to Gallery Visio
The exhibit features work by UMSL alumna Caitlin Funston and will be on display at Gallery Visio until March 11.
Kelsey McGuire takes on iconic role in ‘The Tempest’
The UMSL senior will finish her acting career at UMSL in one of drama’s most iconic roles, but there’s a twist.
Leaders and luminaries to reunite at homecoming
The Office of Student Life has organized Leaders and Luminaries, a reunion for alumni who were campus leaders during their time as students.
UMSL jazz musicians make appearance on HEC-TV
Jim Widner is well known as UMSL’s jazz studies director and for his work playing with the Glenn Miller Band and other greats. Learn how he got his start.
Alumna Arica Brown takes unusual path to dance career
Brown (right) supervises students in a contemporary dance class. She offers a dance education program and is the founder of Consuming Kinetics Dance Company.
London museum acquires UMSL student comics
Comic books produced by Dan Younger’s students in Comics and Cartoon Illustration will be preserved by the Cartoon Museum of London.
JoAnn Weaver prepares for a broadcasting career
The UMSL senior is majoring in communication with hopes to pursue a career in broadcast journalism.
Joanne Lee finds success with cello
She recently won the collegiate division of the UMSL Concerto Competition. Lee came to UMSL to study with Arianna String Quartet member Kurt Baldwin.
UMSL educator donates $2 million instrument collection to Sheldon
Aurelia Hartenberger, an adjunct associate professor of music at UMSL, started collecting instruments from a variety of countries and historical eras in the 1970s.
New study finds multitasking isn’t just for Millennials
Associate professors of communication Alice Hall (left) and Lara Zwarun wrote the report.
Strange Donuts founders got a sweet start at UMSL
UMSL alumni Jason Bockmann (left) and Corey Smale founded Strange Donuts in 2013. It now has three St. Louis-area locations, and a Columbia, Mo., store is forthcoming.
Evan Miguel selected for multicultural advertising student program
He will be attending the American Advertising Federation’s Most Promising Multicultural Student Program.
‘Voices from the Holocaust’ combines new works with those of victims
Three UMSL professors want to preserve the words, artwork and music of those who both survived and perished in the Holocaust through the new program.
UMSL professors give new life to a pioneering film
Before Steven Spielberg, James Cameron, George Lucas and others were hailed as innovative directors, there was Alice Guy-Blaché.
Women in the Arts Conference to highlight contributions in arts, music, literature
It will feature lectures, concerts, exhibits and more Nov. 6 to 8 at UMSL’s J.C. Penney Building/Conference Center and at UMSL at Grand Center.
Studio art alumna Misty Manley illustrates children’s book by Tony Hale
Manley got to work on her dream project and meet an Emmy winner all at the same time as illustrator for “Archibald’s Next Big Thing.”
Gallery FAB director talks ‘Hands Up Don’t Shoot’ exhibit on St. Louis Public Radio
“The Life You Save” by Lamont Shannon is part of Gallery FAB’s contribution to the “Hands Up, Don’t Shoot – Artists Respond” exhibit.
‘In the Red and Brown Water’ puts Kenyata Tatum in the spotlight
The UMSL senior stars this week in a play sponsored by the College of Fine Arts and Communication and directed by Jacqueline Thompson, assistant professor of theatre.
Campus celebrates Constitution Day
UMSL students, staff and faculty showed their patriotic stripes Wednesday during the university’s annual event.
Maltby wins Chancellor’s Award for innovation in teaching
The associate teaching professor of English will receive the Chancellor’s Award for Excellence for a Non-Tenure Track Faculty Member on Sept. 17 during the State of the University Address.
Constitution Day comes to UMSL
Celebrated on Sept. 17 at UMSL, Constitution Day is part of the American Democracy Project’s educational initiative on college campuses.
Chancellor’s award winner is expert in financial planning
Gary Flotron, senior lecturer of finance at UMSL, will receive the 2014 Chancellor’s Award for Excellence for a Part-Time Faculty Member on Sept. 17 at the State of the University Address.
Shatera Davis is UMSL’s student in new congressional internship
She was UMSL’s first participant in a new program that places students in congressional offices for internships.
UMSL senior is national Miss Amazing
Katie Johnson, a communication major, took the crown in a pageant for women with disabilities. She had won the Missouri title in April.
UMSL grad has important role with some of St. Louis’ biggest teams
Media studies alumnus Bobby Sutherland gets great seats for all games at Busch Stadium where he’s technical director. He does similar work at the Edward Jones Dome and Chaifetz Arena.
UMSL student is Missouri’s Miss Amazing
UMSL senior Katie Johnson will compete in the national Miss Amazing pageant this month.
UMSL artists, events, alumni among best in St. Louis
Honorees include the Arianna String Quartet, which was named Best Chamber Music Group.
UMSL alumnus, KMOX reporter Kevin Killeen releases second novel
“Try to Kiss a Girl” is the story of 11-year-old Patrick Cantwell escaping the oppressive heat of St. Louis in the summer for the breezy shores of Lake Michigan.
Alumna Kim Hudson gets morning show on FOX 2
She moved into the high-profile position as host of the “AM Show,” replacing Tim Ezell.
Teens sing their hearts out at Acappellooza
The camp attracted 80 students from grades 9-12 to the UMSL campus. It was developed to provide opportunities for devoted singers to get experience they might not get at home.
St. Louis film fest shows UMSL student film
Hari Secic, a Bosnian student studying at UMSL, directed the documentary “Harvard Man,” which will be shown at the St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase.
Which health messages will reach African American students?
UMSL faculty members Stephanie Van Stee (left) and Sha-Lai Williams have received a grant to study which health messages will best reach African American college students.
UMSL educator Maggie Peeno receives art teaching’s highest honor
She was recently named a distinguished fellow by the National Art Education Association.