Gifts for constructing the Richter Family Welcome and Alumni Center and renovating the Arts Administration Building will be matched dollar for dollar through June 30.
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Double your impact: Matching gift opportunities drive Transform UMSL momentum
Gifts for constructing the Richter Family Welcome and Alumni Center and renovating the Arts Administration Building will be matched dollar for dollar through June 30.
Double your impact: Matching gift opportunities drive Transform UMSL momentum
Gifts for constructing the Richter Family Welcome and Alumni Center and renovating the Arts Administration Building will be matched dollar for dollar through June 30.
Double your impact: Matching gift opportunities drive Transform UMSL momentum
Gifts for constructing the Richter Family Welcome and Alumni Center and renovating the Arts Administration Building will be matched dollar for dollar through June 30.
New agreement opens educational, professional development opportunities for teachers and guidance counselors in The Bahamas
Under the agreement, teachers and counselors in the Ministry of Education will be able to enroll in master’s, bachelor’s, graduate and specialist certificate programs at UMSL.
New agreement opens educational, professional development opportunities for teachers and guidance counselors in The Bahamas
Under the agreement, teachers and counselors in the Ministry of Education will be able to enroll in master’s, bachelor’s, graduate and specialist certificate programs at UMSL.
New agreement opens educational, professional development opportunities for teachers and guidance counselors in The Bahamas
Under the agreement, teachers and counselors in the Ministry of Education will be able to enroll in master’s, bachelor’s, graduate and specialist certificate programs at UMSL.
UMSL to honor nearly 1,700 graduates during spring commencement ceremonies
The weekend’s featured speakers will include Clayco Founder Bob Clark, James S. McDonnell Foundation President Jason Purnell, former Delmar DivINe Executive Director Jorge Riopedre and UMSL alumni Dr. Mansur Nurdel and Andrea Jackson-Jennings.
UMSL to honor nearly 1,700 graduates during spring commencement ceremonies
The weekend’s featured speakers will include Clayco Founder Bob Clark, James S. McDonnell Foundation President Jason Purnell, former Delmar DivINe Executive Director Jorge Riopedre and UMSL alumni Dr. Mansur Nurdel and Andrea Jackson-Jennings.
UMSL to honor nearly 1,700 graduates during spring commencement ceremonies
The weekend’s featured speakers will include Clayco Founder Bob Clark, James S. McDonnell Foundation President Jason Purnell, former Delmar DivINe Executive Director Jorge Riopedre and UMSL alumni Dr. Mansur Nurdel and Andrea Jackson-Jennings.
UMSL announces 24 faculty promotions ahead of 2025-26 academic year
Nine faculty members were granted tenure and four were awarded the rank of full professor. Of the 11 non-tenure track faculty members receiving promotions, one received the rank of full teaching professor.
UMSL announces 24 faculty promotions ahead of 2025-26 academic year
Nine faculty members were granted tenure and four were awarded the rank of full professor. Of the 11 non-tenure track faculty members receiving promotions, one received the rank of full teaching professor.
UMSL announces 24 faculty promotions ahead of 2025-26 academic year
Nine faculty members were granted tenure and four were awarded the rank of full professor. Of the 11 non-tenure track faculty members receiving promotions, one received the rank of full teaching professor.
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The Moscow native played in four rounds in two tournaments last month and averaged 73.25 strokes.
Eye on UMSL: Dedication
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Athletics Q&A with senior forward Tyler Collico
He may be halfway through his final season as a collegiate soccer player, but he still has plenty of goals on the field he’d like to attain.
Harder named GLVC Women’s Soccer Offensive Player of the Week
The freshman forward helped UMSL to three road wins, including two in GLVC action.
$1.2 million grant will help develop stronger STEM teachers
A $1.2 million dollar grant awarded to UMSL’s College of Education by the National Science Foundation will allow the university to help address the shortfall of highly-qualified STEM teachers.
History alumnus, teacher Rodney Wilson reflects on LGBT History Month’s beginnings
The Missouri teacher and mentor became the state’s first openly gay K-12 instructor while also pursuing a graduate degree at UMSL in the early ’90s.
Scholarship support, STARS program set pre-med student on career path
UMSL scholarship recipient Ashley Taylor’s interest in topics that “we don’t know much about” began in high school, when she participated in the 2013 STARS program on campus.
Student volunteers assist neighboring community during Big Event service project
The 64 student volunteers mowed lawns, removed trash and performed basic maintenance at more than 50 spots in nearby Jennings, Mo.
Biologist wins international ecology prize
The Catalan government awarded Curators’ Professor of Biology Robert Ricklefs the 2015 Ramon Margalef Prize in Ecology for his contributions to the field.
Chemistry, jazz, Ferguson focus of Chancellor George’s recent alma mater visit
The college’s publication News@Gettysburg chronicled the campus cameo by the UMSL chancellor, a 1967 graduate and former chemistry and math double major.
Founders Dinner video highlights ‘I Chose UMSL’
Great students. Award-winning faculty. Successful alumni. Generous donors. They are all a part of the University of Missouri–St. Louis family and proud of it.
6 accomplished alumni in spotlight at annual event
The 2015 Distinguished Alumni Award recipients include (from left) Evelyn Bailey Moore, Julie Nash, Cassandra F. Kaufman, Judy L. Burns, Matthew D. Shank and Andrew J. Theising.
Former Grand Center leader Vince Schoemehl joins PPA School as fellow
UMSL alumnus Vince Schoemehl (BA history 1972) is entering the next phase of his career following decades of public and nonprofit leadership.
UMSL political scientists respond to Ferguson Commission report
UMSL’s David Kimball (left) and Todd Swanstrom were among a group of scholars who recently wrote commentaries in response to the Ferguson Commission’s report.
First We Teach MO cohort begins, receives media attention
We Teach MO seeks to rectify the shortage of highly qualified math and science teachers in Missouri.
New ensemble course creates Women’s Chorale
The UMSL Women’s Chorale currently includes 18 members and will perform everything from classical and contemporary to pop and a cappella.
Greek scholar discusses Socrates in BBC documentary
Michael Cosmopoulos is committed to preserving ancient civilizations and gaining understanding that is valuable to the modern-day world.
Athletics Q&A with senior setter Lindsay Meyer
The senior is in her fourth season as a starting setter for the volleyball team. She ranks third in program history with 2,890 career assists.
3 staff members recognized for outstanding service, teamwork, care
The recipients of the 2015 Chancellor’s Awards for Staff Excellence include (from left) Mary Brown, Debra Black and Samuel Darko.
Faculty excellence in teaching, research, service in spotlight
The award recipients include (from left) Christopher Spilling, Sanjiv Bhatia, Lauren Obermark, Susan Brownell, Kimberly Baldus, W. Howard McAlister and Brian Lawton.
Rhetorician earns teaching award, motivates students as writers, citizens
Lauren Obermark will receive the 2015 Gerald and Deanne Gitner Excellence in Teaching Award during the annual State of the University Address on Sept. 16.
Honors faculty member earns Chancellor’s Award for devotion to student success
Kimberly Baldus, a teaching professor in the Pierre Laclede Honors College, will receive the award Sept. 16 during the State of the University Address.
Passion to help earns chemist Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Campus Service
Christopher Spilling will receive the award during the annual State of the University Address on Sept. 16 in the J.C. Penney Building.
Marcus Allen Advising Center dedicated to UMSL’s first African American faculty member
“He loved UMSL and this recognition is returning that love to him and to us,” Mary Allen said of her husband at the center’s Sept. 3 dedication ceremony.
Primm lecture to feature coffee historian Steven Topik
“Why Americans drink coffee: the story of an unlikely romance” is set for 7 p.m. Sept. 14 at the Missouri History Museum.
Bakery owner returns to UMSL, completes degree
Patrick Judd, owner of The Daily Bread Bakery & Cafe recently returned to UMSL to complete his bachelor’s degree in business administration.
Tough-love teaching wins computer scientist Chancellor’s Award
Sanjiv Bhatia will receive the Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching on Sept. 16 during the State of the University Address.
Renowned anthropologist earns Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Research and Creativity
Susan Brownell’s depth of knowledge, originality and academic service have earned her the 2015 Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Research and Creativity.
We Teach MO fast-tracks science, math majors into teacher certification
Graduate student Nicolle Von der Heyde will be an integral part of We Teach MO, serving as a pedagogy instructor, mentor to STEM teachers and secondary school liaison.
Newman Center group builds home, relationships during crowdfunded effort in Nicaragua
After building a much-needed home in Nicaragua, members of a UMSL Catholic Newman Center service team pause to bless the structure alongside the new owners of the house.
Building better age-friendly communities focus of UMSL conference
More than 100 people attended the “Transportation in St. Louis County” conference held earlier this month at UMSL.
New students, 2 fish, 1 snail make Oak Hall home on Move-In Day
Meet some of the new students who shared their Move-In Day stories with UMSL Daily.
6 returning students share tips for new Tritons
UMSL students (from left) Nour Salmeen, Andrea Bryant, Cameron Roark, Charlotte Kawa, Austin Culbertson and Trang Do offered a few words of wisdom for those new to campus this fall.
Extended hours, transit options make a difference for students juggling responsibilities
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STARS students awarded for pre-collegiate science research
Nearly 30 high school students in the 2015 STARS cohort have snagged an LMI Aerospace Award for Excellence in Research.
Summer workshop gets veterans set for college
Incoming UMSL students Dureese Colvin (left) and Richard Dalton (middle) and other area veterans participated in the St. Louis Veterans Pre-Collegiate Fellowship.
Eye on UMSL: Fini
Classmates gather outside of Clark Hall after completing their written French final toward the end of UMSL’s recently completed summer semester.
Philosopher publishes book on physical computation
UMSL Professor Gualtiero Piccinini’s new book examines the philosophical ideas surrounding physical computation.
UMSL student government president appointed to college affordability group
“I am just so excited to be a part of something that has the ability to impact the future of education,” said Cameron Roark.
2 UMSL students spend the summer in Florence
Kate Ligon (left) and Alexa Benson enrolled in classes this summer at the Santa Reparata International School of Art.
Panel to address discrimination, avenues to equality
Assistant Professor of Anthropology Sarah Lacy will moderate the Aug. 7 panel in the Millennium Student Center.
Professor becomes latest UMSL recipient of award from French government
Jeanne Zarucchi, professor of art history and French at UMSL, received the Chevalier dans l’Ordre des Palmes Académiques.
STARS program graduates budding scientists
More than 60 of the top area high school students graduated from the STARS program housed at UMSL.
New scholarship supports active-duty service members
This is the latest news resulting from a larger institutional effort to attract and retain student veterans and current service members.
Eye on UMSL: The Comet
Erika Gibb and her students were given the opportunity to control a telescope in order to find comet C/2014 Q1.
Behind the scenes: KETC on campus, STARS program on camera
KETC came to campus to do a segment for “Science Matters” on the STARS program at UMSL.
UMSL student, alumnae named ‘30 Under 30’
Three members of the UMSL community are among the young professionals being honored in the St. Louis Business Journal’s 2015 “30 Under 30” class.
Students gain job experience, more through StudentPlus program
Participant Candice Clossum works closely with a mentor in an on-campus job that builds her repertoire while pursuing her degree.
Eye on UMSL: Numbers
Amanda Truong, adjunct professor in physics and astronomy at UMSL, writes an equation on the board during a Basic...
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