Eye on UMSL: Listening

Sep 18, 2016

Gavin Chuck, managing director of Alarm Will Sound, speaks with UMSL music students at a Seminar in Literature and Pedagogy focused around the idea of listening.

Leonard Johnson applies lessons from MPPA program in different ways around St. Louis

Sep 15, 2016

The alumnus is deputy chief of staff in the city’s Office of the Treasurer and has launched a mentoring program for college-bound high school students.

Niyi Coker’s new musical celebrates Miriam Makeba, brings 40 South African actors to campus

Sep 13, 2016

“Miriam Makeba: Mama Africa the Musical” tells the story of an iconic musician and civil rights activist who advocated against apartheid while performing on the world stage.

Alumna’s award-winning documentary ‘The First Secret City’ to screen at Gallery 210

Sep 13, 2016

Chronicling the local impact of atomic weapons waste from the Manhattan Project and the Cold War, the film will be shown and discussed on campus at 7 p.m. Sept. 14.

Richard Rosenfeld’s National Institute of Justice report continues to garner attention

Sep 12, 2016

The Thomas Jefferson Professor of Criminology and Criminal Justice examined plausible explanations for a spike in homicides in the United States in 2015.

Amber Candela brings productive noise to the classroom, earns Gitner Excellence in Teaching Award

Sep 12, 2016

In her two years so far as an assistant professor of mathematics education, she’s exemplified collaboration and versatility in a sometimes-dreaded subject.

Dave Robertson discusses issues of health in presidential campaigns on KMOX

Sep 12, 2016

The political science chair appeared on the Charlie Brennan Show Monday morning, a day after it was disclosed that Hillary Clinton had been diagnosed with pneumonia.

Stars of the STARS program choose UMSL

Sep 11, 2016

New students Gabrielle Murphy and Christopher Ernst come to UMSL after gaining research experience in the precollegiate STARS program more than a year ago.

Economics major discovers her entrepreneurial spirit through scholars and interns program

Sep 7, 2016

Meagan Burwell spent the summer researching the feasibility of kitchen incubator and urban farm development.

An unstoppable force for good: Lynn Staley earns Chancellor’s Award for devotion to students, campus, community

Sep 7, 2016

A Chancellor’s Award comes as no surprise to those who are familiar with her steadfast dedication.

Ferguson seniors share decades of wisdom with UMSL researchers

Sep 6, 2016

Tom Meuser, Sheilah Clarke-Ekong and Jackie Lewis-Harris partnered on the “Elder Voices on Ferguson: Life Story Project.”

Anthropology and Japanese major heads to Tokyo on full scholarship

Sep 6, 2016

Tori Dieckman will spend the next 11 months studying at Waseda University in Japan before returning for her senior year at UMSL.

Eye on UMSL: Relax

Sep 6, 2016

During a break between classes, economics majors Erisa Bushati and Amber Lawrence kick back in their lawn chairs on UMSL’s North Campus.

Chancellor’s Award winner Robert Paul can’t stop asking questions, seeking answers

Sep 5, 2016

The director of the Missouri Institute of Mental Health is a leader in studying the impact health conditions have on deep structures of the brain.

A campus for all: Sally Ebest advocates inclusivity, earns Chancellor’s Award

Sep 1, 2016

Nearly 30 years of dedicated service has netted the professor of English two awards within the last six months.

A mother-daughter academic journey

Aug 31, 2016

Kalynn and Kimberly Clinton reflect on experiences they have shared in pursuit of an education at UMSL.

More math, please: Ben Peet’s creativity with calculus wins him Chancellor’s Award

Aug 31, 2016

Math icebreakers, a collaborative classroom and more have earned the adjunct instructor the 2016 Chancellor’s Award for Excellence to a Part-time Faculty Member.

In the midst of history: D.C. internship ignites Armin Cejvanovic’s passion for public service

Aug 30, 2016

The UMSL economics and political science major spent eight weeks on Capitol Hill this summer working in the office of U.S. Rep. William Lacy Clay Jr.

American Society of Plant Taxonomists honors botanist Peter Stevens with Asa Gray Award

Aug 30, 2016

Steven’s Angiosperm Phylogeny Website, which documents the evolutionary relationships of flowering plants and is the only resource of its kind relied on worldwide, earned him the distinction.

Teaching award honors Frank Grady’s infectious energy for Chaucer, other traditionally difficult texts

Aug 29, 2016

The longtime UMSL professor and current chair of the Department of English is the recipient of the 2016 Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching.

‘Remembering Route 66’ panel to track the history made along the road

Aug 28, 2016

Featuring several panelists and UMSL’s own Andrew Hurley as moderator, the Sept. 12 discussion aims to move beyond Route 66’s nostalgic associations.

A brief travel log: Susan Brownell at the Rio Olympics

Aug 25, 2016

The anthropology professor details her time in Rio, Brazil, during the 2016 Olympics.

Bus becomes art on wheels through creative community effort

Aug 25, 2016

The free event was a partnership of the Saint Louis Art Museum, Metro Arts in Transit and Des Lee Endowed Professor in Art Education Louis Lankford.

‘Outside In: Paint for Peace’ exhibition to showcase Ferguson murals on campus

Aug 24, 2016

Several of the colorful works of art that adorned boarded-up storefronts during the fall of 2014 will soon be on display on UMSL’s North Campus.

UMSL student veterans share lessons on work/life balance, college transition with fellow service members

Aug 23, 2016

The panel session capped off a unique five-day program intended to equip St. Louis service members for the transition to college even before classes start.

Galapagos bird expert Patty Parker honored with Brewster Medal

Aug 22, 2016

The American Ornithologists’ Union recognized the Des Lee Professor of Zoological Science for her vast contributions to the field of ornithology.

Studio art major’s printmaking expertise comes in handy during grant-funded Mercantile Library internship

Aug 21, 2016

Senior Brittany Taylor works primarily in film, but she’s also ventured into oil paints, watercolors, lithography – and now the art of curation.

Orlando memorial commemorates, welcomes UMSL community

Aug 11, 2016

UMSL faculty and staff have collaborated on a project to memorialize victims of the Orlando shooting while showing support for the LGBTQ community on campus.

Touhill to host U.S. premiere of ‘Miriam Makeba: Mama Africa the Musical’

Aug 11, 2016

UMSL’s Niyi Coker began working on the project last summer in Cape Town, South Africa.

Jennings High School students gain summer lab experience at UMSL

Aug 10, 2016

Project Lead The Way placed the teens in UMSL labs where they researched everything from avian malaria to circadian rhythm in fruit flies.

Two upperclassmen selected to NASPA’s Undergraduate Fellows Program

Aug 8, 2016

Familiar faces at UMSL, Terrell Jones and Nat Smith credit the campus community with reigniting their passion for school – and for seeing fellow students succeed.

UMSL economist talks jobs, trade deals on KMOX

Aug 3, 2016

Professor of Economics David Rose discussed everything from online shopping to anti-trade sentiments on The Mark Reardon Show.

Music faculty, students unveil 7 new songs at Laumeier Sculpture Park celebration

Aug 2, 2016

The Current’s features editor, Leah Jones, was on hand to document the musical festivities. A second Laumeier performance by UMSL musicians is planned for October.

Structuring success: Engineering student pursues dream career through internships, co-ops

Aug 1, 2016

The hands-on experience Ellen Vehige is getting at Ameren is just one example of the opportunities she has found through UMSL and in the St. Louis region as a whole.

Our wars, their stories: HEC-TV’s ‘State of the Arts’ program puts unique theater project in spotlight

Aug 1, 2016

A new HEC-TV “State of the Arts” feature captures the development of “Telling St. Louis,” a collaboration spearheaded by UMSL and The Telling Project.

Professor Dave Robertson offers his take on this week’s primary races

Aug 1, 2016

The UMSL political scientist has been busy working with area media to help Missouri voters sift fact from fabrication leading up to Aug. 2.

‘Exposure: 10 Years’ to showcase local artists, celebrate Gallery 210’s history

Jul 28, 2016

Now in its 45th year of existence at UMSL, Gallery 210’s promotion of local artists and innovative programming have been vital for the campus – and the region.

Laughter, conversation and a zeal for St. Louis keep UMSL alumnus Josh McNew up late

Jul 27, 2016

A 2013 graduate of UMSL’s media studies program, he’s the co-creator and executive producer of the late-night comedy TV show STL Up Late.

UMSL sets record – for degrees awarded

Jul 26, 2016

With an all-time high of 3,199 students earning degrees from the university over the past fiscal year, the total number of UMSL alumni has now surpassed 95,000.

ULEAD program encourages positive civic engagement

Jul 25, 2016

In partnership with Mathews-Dickey Boys’ & Girls’ Club, UMSL doctoral students are working to build bridges for educators and underserved youth.

Summer 2016 a busy season of harmony, applause for UMSL’s Jim Henry and local singers young and old

Jul 21, 2016

KSDK (Channel 5) recently highlighted the faculty member’s efforts with Acappellooza as well as the internationally acclaimed Ambassadors of Harmony, for which he is music director.

Eye on UMSL: Open for learning

Jul 21, 2016

Senior John Zhou (center) reviews course content with Matt Sotheran during an organic chemistry lab in the newly completed Science Learning Building.

English professor partners with E. O. Wilson on ‘Darwin’s Bridge,’ heads up new journal

Jul 20, 2016

Joseph Carroll discusses the newly released volume of essays as well as his new role as editor-in-chief of “Evolutionary Studies in Imaginary Culture.”

Activism and design go hand in hand for Alicia Arnold

Jul 19, 2016

The senior UMSL graphic design major recently snagged a semifinalist spot in the international Adobe Design Achievement Awards.

Award-winning musician becomes director of UMSL’s School of Fine and Performing Arts

Jul 18, 2016

As director of the School of Fine and Performing Arts, Professor Barbara Harbach will promote the well-being strength, diversity and competence of its associated programs.

Summer gun violence spurs UMSL criminologists on local, national media

Jul 18, 2016

Local and national media have turned to UMSL criminologists to make sense of recent tragedies and discuss ways forward.

Media Coverage: June 2016

Jul 18, 2016

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.

Short film by UMSL classmates headed for the big screen

Jul 14, 2016

Directed by media studies major Nicholas Rousseau in collaboration with Ben Smith and Clinton Jordan, “The Ultimate Fan” premieres July 19 at the Tivoli Theatre.

Off to med school: Biology grad readied herself for the challenge at UMSL

Jul 13, 2016

Along with her degree, Nicole Dmytryk’s efforts in the Pre-Medical Society, Chemistry Club, honors college – and in the research lab – have her prepped for this fall at Mizzou.

UMSL Greek Studies professor featured on PBS, National Geographic documentary

Jul 5, 2016

Archaeologist Michael Cosmopoulos, alongside the world’s top Greek scholars, discusses the ancient culture in the PBS and National Geographic documentary “The Greeks.”