UMSL scientists make surprising discovery about caterpillars, weevils

Apr 15, 2014

Robert Marquis, professor of biology, and Christina Baer, a doctoral student in biology, conducted a study that found leaf-tying caterpillars are inadvertently benefitting adult Asiatic oak weevils, an invasive species.

Media highlights 4 new UMSL buildings, Natural Bridge improvements

Apr 14, 2014

The St. Louis Business Journal showcased the ongoing and planned construction on and near campus in two articles last week.

Study by UMSL criminologists suggests cash affects crime

Apr 13, 2014

“Less Cash, Less Crime: Evidence from the Electronic Benefit Transfer Program” was posted last month on the National Bureau of Economic Research website.

UMSL’s Alan Frank named GLVC Baseball Pitcher of the Week

Apr 10, 2014

The UMSL sophomore scored two wins and gave up no earned runs over nine innings on the mound en route to the honor.

Nolan Ebbinghaus revives love of drama in ‘The Laramie Project’

Apr 9, 2014

The political science major didn’t plan on getting into theater in college, but while waiting tables, he had a relapse of the drama bug.

UMSL’s dominant pitching duo attracts media attention

Apr 8, 2014

KSDK recently featured UMSL’s Hannah Perryman (left) and Brittni Chapman for their roles in helping the No. 10 ranked Tritons to a 26-3 record.

Harris Lecture to feature foremost expert on monarch butterflies

Apr 8, 2014

Many of the widely known facts about monarch butterflies that are presented in biology classes and nature documentaries, have come out of Lincoln Brower’s research.

Denver officials share details of mediation program with St. Louis law enforcement

Apr 6, 2014

Dan Isom, the Endowed Professor of Policing and the Community at UMSL, helped establish a mediation program pilot project while he was chief of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department.

Character, courage, commitment fit 2014 Trailblazers

Apr 1, 2014

The honorees included Susan Kashubeck-West, Berit Brogaard, Irene Cortinovis, Sheila Burkett and Myrta Vida.

English scholar tapped for prestigious distinguished visiting professorship

Mar 31, 2014

Frank Grady is an expert on medieval literature and among the leading academic authorities on the poet Geoffrey Chaucer, author of the canonical collection “The Canterbury Tales.”

Community Builders Network honors UMSL alumnus, other neighborhood development leaders

Mar 31, 2014

Jim Lutz, BA psychology 1973, was one of several Community Builders Award winners announced earlier this month.

Media Coverage: February 2014

Mar 30, 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 geologist to hold class among volcanoes

Mar 27, 2014

Michael Fix’s fascination with the eruptive mountains led to a career in geology.

UMSL offers free stargazing

Mar 27, 2014

Visitors to the Richard D. Schwartz Observatory can view planets, galaxies and other celestial objects.

Catching up with Jason Kander

Mar 26, 2014

The Missouri Secretary of State, who delivered a commencement address for College of Arts and Sciences graduates in December, talked UMSL and higher education.

Softball sweeps weekly GLVC Awards; Perryman, Boudreau honored

Mar 25, 2014

Sophomore Hannah Perryman (left) and junior Jena Boudreau helped UMSL to an 8-0 record on the week and earned Conference Pitcher and Player of the Week, respectively.

Thank you: UMSL students, donors celebrate scholarships

Mar 20, 2014

More than 200 people, equally divided between scholarship recipients and donors, met over lunch last Friday. When it was all over, there were tears, smiles and grand applause.

Series on Affordable Care Act sheds light on legislation

Mar 19, 2014

Dr. Lynne Nowak, medical director at Express Scripts Inc., broke down the complicated act during the Hellen and Will Carpenter Series on Contemporary Issues in American Society at UMSL.

2 UMSL Tritons garner All-GLVC honors in women’s basketball

Mar 19, 2014

UMSL seniors Devonna Smith (left) and Hazaria Washington received the honors following one of the women’s basketball program’s best seasons to date.

Eye on UMSL: Phase 10

Mar 18, 2014

UMSL mathematics and computer science students (from left) Kevin Shee, Rygin Jireh Liceralde and Michael Nguyen blow off steam by playing their regular post-class Phase 10 card game.

7 scenes from UMSL Day

Mar 17, 2014

Nearly 1,000 people visited the University of Missouri–St. Louis on March 15 for the biannual event.

Former editor, now Left Bank Books publicist talks latest UMSL Natural Bridge issue

Mar 16, 2014

Alumna Lauren Wiser, MFA 2013, served as managing editor for issues 29 and 30 of the literary journal produced by the university.

St. Louis Metromorphosis to explore significance of city across 250 years

Mar 16, 2014

The UMSL conference will gather speakers to consider the critical role St. Louis played in different eras and how recent research has reshaped our understanding of the city’s significance.

US News ranks 9 UMSL graduate programs among best

Mar 12, 2014

Of special note, the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice’s doctoral degree program ranks fourth.

Alumnus finds it’s never too late to pursue dream career

Mar 12, 2014

KSDK photojournalist Jim Tuxbury returned to his alma mater to pursue an electrical engineering degree.

UMSL plays significant role in National History Day competition

Mar 7, 2014

Judges for the annual competition included UMSL students, alumni and faculty members.

Alexei Demchenko named Curators’ Professor

Mar 6, 2014

The title is awarded to faculty members who have demonstrated outstanding scholarship and well-established reputations.

UMSL to hold speaker series, panel discussion on Affordable Care Act

Mar 6, 2014

The discussion is the Hellen and Will Carpenter Series on Contemporary Issues in American Society and is sponsored by the College of Arts and Sciences at UMSL

Eye on UMSL: Awardees

Feb 24, 2014

Nearly 200 parents and teachers honored a record 47 high school juniors who earned Distinguished Achievement Awards for Science Excellence from the UMSL College of Arts and Sciences.

Media Coverage: January 2014

Feb 24, 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 media placements.

2 UMSL students believe they have $100,000 idea

Feb 20, 2014

Kevin Gomez and Maria Martinez-Baladejo are hoping their clean energy idea is worth six figures.

Governor picks UMSL’s Tracy Mulderig as next student curator

Feb 19, 2014

The doctoral candidate in industrial/organizational psychology has to be confirmed by the Missouri Senate before she can begin her new role.

UMSL softball’s Hannah Perryman named GLVC Pitcher of the Week

Feb 18, 2014

The reigning GLVC Pitcher of the Year went 2-1 in the circle and added a save for the UMSL.

UMSL kicks off Battle of the Boot shoe drive

Feb 16, 2014

Teddy Binkholder, a senior anthropology major, is leading the UMSL collection of shoe donations for the Battle of the Boot shoe drive.

UMSL conference brings together vets, academics, employers, agencies

Feb 13, 2014

Danielle Spiekerman and Ryan Barrett were among about 30 people gathered at UMSL for the veterans sourcing event.

Homecoming king, queen talk royalty, time at UMSL

Feb 12, 2014

Adam Delgado, a junior liberal studies major, and Marissa Steimel, a senior communication major, were named UMSL’s Homecoming king and queen.

UMSL Professor Michael Cosmopoulos inducted into St. Louis Academy of Science

Feb 12, 2014

Founded in 1856, the academy is one of the oldest and most prestigious scientific associations in the United States.

UMSL scholar honored by international philosophy association

Feb 11, 2014

Gualtiero Piccinini, associate professor and chair of the Department of Philosophy at UMSL, will receive the 2014 Herbert A. Simon Award for Outstanding Research in Computing and Philosophy.

Eye on UMSL: Chili competition

Feb 11, 2014

UMSL students Bekah Cripe (left) and Sara Gerberding are about to taste the white chicken chili sponsored by the College of Business Administration.

Missouri Governor’s Council on Disability honors SUCCEED Program, its creator

Feb 9, 2014

Less than six months after the first SUCCEED students, including Behle Jenkins (center), moved to UMSL, the program’s creator has been recognized by the state of Missouri for her vision.

Gerontology expert funded to research older-driver safety, mobility transitions

Feb 5, 2014

“I want to facilitate a healthy transition to non-driving for older adults who need to do so for reasons of functional compromise,” Tom Meuser says.

2 faculty members, alumnus collaborate on website with Saint Louis Art Museum

Feb 4, 2014

Jeanne Zarucchi hopes a website she helped create will be a new learning resource for art teachers and French language instructors in the St. Louis area.

‘Everybody can’t be Beyonce’: 87 middle school girls get a lesson in life

Feb 3, 2014

The Sue Shear Institute for Women in Public Life at UMSL and three members of the National Association of Women Judges presented the 2014 Girls Summit.

Winning murals make Lucas Hall a little brighter

Feb 2, 2014

Two student murals symbolizing the past, present and future of UMSL are being installed in the public spaces of the College of Arts and Sciences.

Academy of Science of St. Louis honors 2 UMSL faculty members

Jan 30, 2014

Michael Cosmopoulos (left) is a world-renowned authority in Greek archeology, and Robert Marquis is a mentor to many, inspiring and educating the next generation.

Public policy professor discusses how St. Louis can attract, retain talent

Jan 29, 2014

Todd Swanstrom was part of a round-table discussion last week on “Stay Tuned,” a program on KETC.

4 UMSL alumni named to St. Louis Business Journal’s 2014 ’40 Under 40′

Jan 28, 2014

The annual list recognizes individuals in the St. Louis community who have made an impact in the business world before reaching the age of 40.

Global Game Jam attracts participants, potential employers

Jan 27, 2014

Hosted at UMSL the last three years, the 48-hour event is a gamers dream and featured 170 participants, including computer science major Matt “Z” Hunt (center).

UMSL English professor honored with prestigious Irish studies position

Jan 23, 2014

Eamonn Wall will serve as the 2014 Charles A. Heimbold Chair of Irish Studies at Villanova University for the spring semester.

UMSL volunteers give back with ‘A Day On, Not a Day Off’

Jan 22, 2014

Oriel Williams (left) was one of many UMSL students to give up her day off Monday to participate in the university’s MLK Day of Service.