Andrew Kersten named new dean of the College of Arts and Sciences

Jan 5, 2018

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

Jan 2, 2018

Wilson works as a program officer for the U.S. Institute of Peace and oversees peace-building projects from his post in Tunisia.

‘Simply Different’ exhibition opens in UMSL’s Gallery 210 later this month

Jan 2, 2018

Peter Voss’ “Martini Time,” made of cherry, curly birch and ash, is one of 35 furniture pieces that will be on display at UMSL beginning Jan. 27.

Anthropology graduate Shawn Edghill studies the past as he reshapes his own future

Dec 18, 2017

Edghill had a degree in urban planning and design when he decided to return to school to pursue a second bachelor’s in anthropology.

Steven Rowan’s newly digitized translations preserve ‘Mysteries of New Orleans’ and other 19th-century texts for future readers

Dec 17, 2017

A prolific translator of German and French documents, he’s lately been on a mission to make his English versions widely accessible to the public.

UMSL earns only NSA, DHS focus area specialization within 9-state region

Dec 16, 2017

The recognition expands on UMSL’s designation as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education.

Facts, figures, thoughts on the Triton study abroad experience

Dec 15, 2017

UMSL Study Abroad has sent 1,300+ students on study abroad programs since 2009, including 213 students from 2016-17.

Ask an Expert: Zoe Peterson discusses America’s reckoning with sexual assault and harassment

Dec 15, 2017

In this Q&A series, UMSL Daily connects with subject-matter experts from across the university on newsworthy topics.

Shutter stop: New perspectives

Dec 14, 2017

As international students take in a sculpture at the Saint Louis Art Museum, the moment captured takes on greater symbolic meaning.

Music education degree is dream come true for nontraditional student Odell Jackson

Dec 13, 2017

The percussionist, aspiring band director and father of three is graduating summa cum laude after turning an initial fear of failure into a 3.8 GPA.

Psychology graduate and heart transplant patient Angela Farrell eyes graduate school, research to aid chronically ill children

Dec 11, 2017

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

Dec 11, 2017

Evan Montgomery (pictured) and Precious Taylor worked in Associate Professor Chung Wong’s lab while taking part in the REAP/STARS programs in 2016.

UMSL Jazz Ensemble selected to perform with industry icons in Chicago and Dallas this winter

Dec 10, 2017

The 19 student members of the group have just hit what Director of Jazz Studies Jim Widner describes as the trifecta.

Army veteran overcomes traumatic brain injury to graduate with honors

Dec 8, 2017

After suffering a severe combat injury, Joshua Eckhoff will complete his tumultuous but rewarding student journey on Dec. 16.

Doctoral student Matt Austin tries to unlock mystery behind bumblebee populations

Dec 5, 2017

The third-year doctoral student in biology is trying to solve why some species are in increasing danger of dying off while others thrive.

Writers in the Schools initiative puts local teens and UMSL graduate students in vital conversation

Dec 4, 2017

First-year MFA student Ginger O’Donnell currently leads the all-volunteer WITS efforts alongside fellow UMSL creative writing students and alumni.

Lions, tigers and alumni zoo administrators…oh my! Jeff Ettling and Kevin Hertell became leaders of zoos

Dec 2, 2017

Sedgwick County Zoo and Micke Grove Zoo each named a UMSL alumnus to its top administrative role.

Jennifer McKnight’s new class pairs design students with dementia patients

Nov 28, 2017

Every UMSL course that she teaches demands a lot from her graphic design students, and the one she piloted over the summer was no exception.

A look into the lives of international students who choose UMSL

Nov 27, 2017

Several international students share their experiences at an American university in a Midwest city.

MSW student Chelsey Jacox shares personal journey to internship at Youth in Need

Nov 27, 2017

A trying childhood, college basketball, work with prisoners and an inspiring grandmother led Jacox to pursue social work and a child-therapy internship.

Students of German language and culture pack Touhill for Einshoch6, explore campus resources

Nov 26, 2017

The Nov. 16 event drew over 1,000 local high school students and teachers as well as UMSL’s own German majors.

Graduating building managers reflect on campus rec’s growth since it first opened

Nov 24, 2017

Tabitha Milon, Braxton Perry and Lizzy Turner, along with classmate Davide Scacchetti (not pictured), have gained friends and work experience at the UMSL Recreation and Wellness Center.

8 UMSL alumni receive Emerson Excellence in Teaching Awards

Nov 22, 2017

Selected by their school’s administration, each accomplished recipient has been recognized for steadfast dedication to the teaching profession.

UMSL named to Military Times’ ‘Best Colleges’ list for 4th straight year

Nov 21, 2017

The rankings factor in the results of Military Times’ annual survey of services, campus culture, academic achievement rates and other resources and outcomes.

STLCyberCon 2017 attracts large audience of students and professionals to UMSL

Nov 20, 2017

The conference was a joint effort of the computer science and information systems departments and showcased the university as a hub of cybersecurity education.

Graduating senior draws on language skills at Latino outreach center, aims to practice family law

Nov 16, 2017

When Kim Castizo crosses the commencement stage next month, she’ll be making both her mother and her son, Daniel, especially proud.

Whitney and Anna Harris Conservation Forum brings lessons on environmental justice

Nov 13, 2017

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

Nov 10, 2017

The award is a way to recognize the Founders Professor for a career’s worth of contributions to the field.

Studio art alumnus opens furniture showroom in Maplewood, reflects on earning UMSL degree

Nov 9, 2017

The accommodating way in which an art professor at UMSL responded to Martin Goebel’s questions more than a decade ago made a big difference for the St. Louis native.

UMSL, STLCC partnership aims to help meet the need for more STEM teachers

Nov 6, 2017

An agreement between the two institutions will expand the reach of UMSL’s We Teach MO STEM education program.

A record 9 UMSL people named to ‘30 Leaders in their Thirties’

Nov 4, 2017

Eight alumni and a staff member of the University of Missouri–St. Louis made up nearly a third of this year’s recipients of the North County Inc. award.

Senior Scholars Program aims for a more intergenerational, age-friendly university community

Nov 3, 2017

Several of the first people to be accepted into the pilot, set to launch at the start of the spring 2018 semester, discuss their interest in the program.

New UMSL conductor Darwin Aquino and student musicians anticipate debut performance

Nov 2, 2017

Aquino discusses the Nov. 8 concert, his excitement about the music department and his personal journey from the Dominican Republic to St. Louis.

Alumna Liesl Christman puts design expertise to work helping fellow citizens grapple with World War I

Oct 29, 2017

A graduate of UMSL’s graphic design program, Liesl Christman works for the National World War I Museum and Memorial in Kansas City, Missouri.

UMSL criminologists win prize for article examining rise in mass incarceration in US

Oct 28, 2017

Michael Campbell, Matt Vogel and Joshua Williams are set to receive the American Society of Criminology’s 2017 Outstanding Article Award.

Unassuming but vibrant Paul Artspace, founded by UMSL professor, draws residents from St. Louis and around the world

Oct 27, 2017

Ever since grad school, Michael Behle had hoped to create some kind of artist collective if he ever got the chance.

U.S. Bank awards UMSL students cybersecurity scholarships

Oct 23, 2017

David Autry, Alan Alyas and Vii Bishop are the first recipients of the new scholarship.

The biggest competitive advantage: UMSL interns embrace opportunities in first Ameren Accelerator cohort

Oct 20, 2017

Ten students are enjoying the benefits of the innovative program while working with the seven participating companies.

David Klinger talks to St. Louis Public Radio about how better tactics can help reduce police shootings

Oct 18, 2017

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.

Mural adds finishing touch to reimagined Office of Student Involvement

Oct 16, 2017

The space is even more inviting now that eye-catching, UMSL-themed artwork fills one whole wall.

Criminology alumni making impact in civilian roles in St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department

Oct 16, 2017

Will Werner, Sherri Schaefer and Emily Blackburn support commissioned officers through their work in planning, application development and crime analysis, respectively.

Cybersecurity program obtains $493,000 in NSA-funded grants to elevate curriculum, lab infrastructure

Oct 16, 2017

The two grants will fund lab infrastructures, enhance equipment and advance curricula.

Dave Robertson discusses history of the 25th Amendment and its application on KMOX

Oct 16, 2017

The political science chair appeared on The Charlie Brennan Show on Friday.

Todrick Hall brings song, dance and good conversation to UMSL – plus a Beyoncé-inspired acrostic

Oct 12, 2017

The prominent entertainer and YouTuber visited campus this week as part of the Office of Student Involvement’s Speaker Series.

Chancellor trumpets UMSL’s global contributions to ecology through Harris Center in op-ed

Oct 12, 2017

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch published Tom George’s guest column on its website on Oct. 10.

Seeing a brother through treatment, hospital volunteering and vascular research make up the Saffafs’ pre-med experience

Oct 9, 2017

Omar, Alaa and Khalid Saffaf volunteer at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, where Omar received treatment and where they were inspired to pursue medical careers.

Visiting scholar offers look at historian’s craft in action, connections to science and policy

Oct 9, 2017

Dan Bender will connect with students, faculty and community members this week during his College of Arts and Sciences grant-funded visit.

6 outstanding UMSL alumni in the spotlight at Founders Dinner

Oct 6, 2017

This year’s honorees include Rita Swiener, Joe Stieven, Brian Owens, Sandra Marks, Gary Jacob and Antionette Carroll.

See 34 Shakespeare plays all at once at UMSL’s Gallery FAB

Oct 5, 2017

Dan Younger’s “Julius Caesar” is among a set of wide-ranging visual interpretations on display through Oct. 12 in the Fine Arts Building.

Keith Stine honored with St. Louis Award for his contributions to profession of chemistry

Oct 2, 2017

The St. Louis Section of the American Chemical Society recognized the UMSL professor at a banquet Friday night at Glen Echo Country Club.