Associate Professor Lauren Obermark and Assistant Teaching Professor Lauren Terbrock-Elmestad worked to revamp the curriculum of the university’s first-year writing course, including the addition of a community advocacy project.
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UMSL English Writing Program shows students the impact writing makes
Associate Professor Lauren Obermark and Assistant Teaching Professor Lauren Terbrock-Elmestad worked to revamp the curriculum of the university’s first-year writing course, including the addition of a community advocacy project.
UMSL English Writing Program shows students the impact writing makes
Associate Professor Lauren Obermark and Assistant Teaching Professor Lauren Terbrock-Elmestad worked to revamp the curriculum of the university’s first-year writing course, including the addition of a community advocacy project.
UMSL English Writing Program shows students the impact writing makes
Associate Professor Lauren Obermark and Assistant Teaching Professor Lauren Terbrock-Elmestad worked to revamp the curriculum of the university’s first-year writing course, including the addition of a community advocacy project.
Eye on UMSL: ‘A Grand Night for Singing!’
Members of the Singing Actor’s Workshop Ensemble perform a song from Rodgers and Hammerstein on April 10 in the Lee Theater at the Touhill.
Eye on UMSL: ‘A Grand Night for Singing!’
Members of the Singing Actor’s Workshop Ensemble perform a song from Rodgers and Hammerstein on April 10 in the Lee Theater at the Touhill.
Eye on UMSL: ‘A Grand Night for Singing!’
Members of the Singing Actor’s Workshop Ensemble perform a song from Rodgers and Hammerstein on April 10 in the Lee Theater at the Touhill.
Biology alum Chris Hollingsworth contributing to Saint Louis Zoo’s hellbender conservation and care team
Hollingsworth earned his bachelor’s degree in biology from UMSL in December 2023 and first joined the zoo staff as an intern early last year.
Biology alum Chris Hollingsworth contributing to Saint Louis Zoo’s hellbender conservation and care team
Hollingsworth earned his bachelor’s degree in biology from UMSL in December 2023 and first joined the zoo staff as an intern early last year.
Biology alum Chris Hollingsworth contributing to Saint Louis Zoo’s hellbender conservation and care team
Hollingsworth earned his bachelor’s degree in biology from UMSL in December 2023 and first joined the zoo staff as an intern early last year.
Research and Innovation Celebration offers chance to recognize the impact of UMSL researchers
The university honored Ravindra Girivaru, Haitao Li, Jinjia Xu, Vijay Anand and Natalie Bolton with research awards.
Research and Innovation Celebration offers chance to recognize the impact of UMSL researchers
The university honored Ravindra Girivaru, Haitao Li, Jinjia Xu, Vijay Anand and Natalie Bolton with research awards.
Research and Innovation Celebration offers chance to recognize the impact of UMSL researchers
The university honored Ravindra Girivaru, Haitao Li, Jinjia Xu, Vijay Anand and Natalie Bolton with research awards.
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A little bit of UMSL in Shanghai
Associate Professor of English John Dalton (right) and alumnus Ryan Krull, MFA 2014, taught a five-week creative writing seminar over the summer at Fudan University in Shanghai.
More veterans, service member support on campus
The number of veterans studying at UMSL this semester increased 17 percent year over year to total 429 students.
Karen Bartoni honors father with new scholarship for veterans
The 1st Sgt. Gerald A. Barbee Veterans Endowed Jubilee Scholarship will benefit veterans who are students at UMSL.
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.
UMSL poet earns Gerald and Deanne Gitner Excellence in Teaching Award
Shane Seely, assistant professor of English at UMSL, will receive the award Sept. 17 at the State of the University Address.
Schwantes to discuss pivotal era in St. Louis history
The interconnected history of St. Louis, railroads and commerce has led Carlos Schwantes, the St. Louis Mercantile Library Endowed Professor in Transportation Studies, on a lifelong journey of discovery.
Pattonville High School student gets real-world lab experience at UMSL
The lab internship was made possible through the American Chemical Society’s Project SEED, which helps economically disadvantaged students expand their education and career outlook.
Most Influential Business Women includes 5 UMSL alumnae
The weekly newspaper’s annual list recognizes St. Louis female business leaders representing industries ranging from finance to health care.
Students explore study abroad opportunities
UMSL students learned about Study Abroad options during the annual Study Abroad Fair Sept. 3 in the MSC rotunda.
UMSL part of consortium to receive $20M NSF grant to study climate variability
History Professor Andrew Hurley will lead research on historical dynamics of urban resilience in St. Louis.
Economist to receive Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Service
Susan Feigenbaum, professor of economics, will be honored during the annual State of the University Address on Sept. 17 in the J.C. Penney Building at UMSL.
Undergrad’s cellular-level research tracks protein linked to Alzheimer’s disease
Misfolded amyloid-beta proteins, inflammatory responses, absorbance ratios – it sounds complicated because it is, admits Richard Davenport, a UMSL senior majoring in biochemistry and biotechnology.
Eye on UMSL: Field study
UMSL biology student Robert Perks enjoys the natural landscape and canopy of the North Campus Quad to study between classes.
Biologist earns Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Research and Creativity
Xuemin (Sam) Wang, the E. Desmond Lee Professor of Plant Sciences at UMSL, earned the honor for his groundbreaking research in plant biology.
UMSL bat study featured on NPR’s ‘All Things Considered’
Bat hunting in a cemetery after dark sounds like a plot ripped from a horror movie. But it was all part of a recent scientific excursion involving a UMSL group.
Media Coverage: July 2014
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.
Galápagos hawks hand down lice like family heirlooms, study finds
The group of researchers includes Patricia Parker, the E. Desmond Lee Professor in Zoological Studies and chair of the Department of Biology at UMSL.
STARS students receive LMI Aerospace Inc. Awards for Excellence in Research
Thirty aspiring scientists have been rewarded for a summer of hard work at the Students and Teachers as Research Scientists Program.
Governor appoints UMSL professor for cabinet post
Daniel Isom, the Endowed Professor of Police and the Community, will serve as the Missouri director of public safety beginning Sept. 1.
Undergrad research grant fosters young scientist’s passion
Kaylyn Bauer, a UMSL junior majoring in biochemistry and biotechnology, spent the summer interning at the Danforth Plant Science Center.
Eye on UMSL: New faculty
Christopher Boyce, supervisor of instructional technology for UMSL Information Technology Services, introduces new faculty members to software and hardware support they can take advantage of for their research and teaching.
Children’s Advocacy Services on responding to children after Ferguson unrest
Jerry Dunn, executive director of CASGSL at UMSL, talks with area educators, counselors and the news media about how to talk to children about the recent events.
Grant spurs undergrad’s research toward better batteries, vehicles
Senior physics major Henry Hamper eyes a batch of the nanoporous carbon material he makes for research projects aimed at improving batteries and hydrogen-powered vehicles.
MIMH hosts suicide prevention conference in Jefferson City
For more than a decade, the suicide rate in Missouri has been higher than the rate nationally.
News media turns to UMSL faculty to help make sense of recent Ferguson events
UMSL faculty members have discussed policing, poverty, racial tensions and the history of the region with CNN, CBS News, NPR, USA Today and more.
UMSL scholar examines evolution of learning
Aimee Dunlap, assistant professor of biology at UMSL, co-authored a study that was recently published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Science.
Sullivan, Tobias address summer graduates
Saturday’s commencement festivities also included the conferring of an honorary degree upon Keith Guller of Essex Industries, Inc.
Eye on UMSL: Nanoporous carbons
Senior physics major Henry Hamper, an undergraduate research grant recipient at UMSL, makes nanoporous carbons in Benton Hall.
Media Coverage: June 2014
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 coverage.
Head of UMSL Museum Studies Program honored for ‘distinguished career’
Jay Rounds has been recognized by the Association of Midwest Museums for his decades of contribution to the field and legacy of shaping students into museum professionals.
Professor Keith Stine named American Chemical Society Fellow
He was one of 99 scientists who have demonstrated outstanding accomplishments in chemistry and made important contributions to ACS.
Aspiring scientists complete STARS program at UMSL
Nearly 90 high school students took part in the 2014.
New UMSL Opportunity Scholars class raring to go
They include (from left) Lauren Jenkins, Nicole Gevers, Leslie Jackson, Anta Kane and Brendan McCoy.
3 UMSL projects funded by University of Missouri System
A novel device to help kids see, efforts to enhance antibiotic potency and a new decision-support tool that would improve efficiencies in construction are currently under way at UMSL.
‘Emerging Voices’ Scholarship inspires young writer to press on
For UMSL student Jami Hirsch, filling a blank page is nothing new. But until recently, she mostly kept her stories to herself.
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.
UMSL’s Fred Fausz explores 250 years of ‘Historic St. Louis’
The noted historian’s new book clocks in at 47,000 words and 174 images covering the entirety of St. Louis’ rich 250-year history.
Henry Ballard, 70, recent UMSL graduate
“I’d rather be a failure than a quitter,” Ballard said. “You can never quit in life. You have to have a goal.”
Rec Center progress on display in local media
UMSL student Barry Hykes talked with KTVI reporter Kim Hudson about why he felt the facility was important.
Biology student invited to lead workshop for EPA employees in Guyana
Brian Waldrop has been conducting research on the water quality of a river system in the South American country of Guyana.
UMSL to offer beer brewing course this fall
Joseph Meisel, a fourth-year PhD chemistry student at UMSL, will offer a beer brewing course for credit for non-science majors.
‘Topping off’ ceremony marks progress as Rec Center takes shape
Eight months into the 20-month project that will culminate in the Rec Center’s 2015 opening, the facility’s framework is now complete.
UMSL degree is family tradition for newly minted alumna
Lydia Mason earned her BSN from UMSL this May. She’s the fifth person in her family to receive a degree from UMSL.
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.
MIMH names UMSL professor Rob Paul new director
The psychologist is well known in the St. Louis region for creating and developing the all-natural brain fitness drink Nawgan.
Media Coverage: May 2014
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 coverage.
UMSL PhD student earns science award, lands job at Monsanto
Elena Vasilieva will earn her PhD in chemistry this summer. She is part of a Monsanto team that focuses on protein expression and purification.
Criminology PhD graduate earns postdoc research position
Kimberly Kras, who earned her doctoral degree in criminology and criminal justice from UMSL in May, will soon begin a two-year postdoctoral paid research position at George Mason University.
UMSL security guard receives Boy Scouts service award
Bob Malon earned the Silver Beaver Award for his 16 years of exceptional leadership and service to scouting in the region.
Alumnus Chris Melde reminisces on recent return to UMSL, criminology faculty
The criminologist visited his alma mater earlier this spring to speak at the annual Youth Violence Prevention Conference.
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