Vocal music students performed during a recital last Wednesday at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.
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Eye on UMSL: Lifting her voice
Vocal music students performed during a recital last Wednesday at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.
Eye on UMSL: Lifting her voice
Vocal music students performed during a recital last Wednesday at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.
Eye on UMSL: Lifting her voice
Vocal music students performed during a recital last Wednesday at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.
Students improve presentation skills while showcasing breadth of their work at Graduate Research Fair
Students from biology, chemistry, communication, computer science, criminology and criminal justice, English, political science, psychological sciences, and supply chain and analytics took part in the fair.
Students improve presentation skills while showcasing breadth of their work at Graduate Research Fair
Students from biology, chemistry, communication, computer science, criminology and criminal justice, English, political science, psychological sciences, and supply chain and analytics took part in the fair.
Students improve presentation skills while showcasing breadth of their work at Graduate Research Fair
Students from biology, chemistry, communication, computer science, criminology and criminal justice, English, political science, psychological sciences, and supply chain and analytics took part in the fair.
University of Missouri–St. Louis collaborating with Scale AI to strengthen geospatial workforce
A new agreement will support scholarships for GIS students at UMSL and provide learning credit for Scale employees pursuing their GIS Certificates at the university.
University of Missouri–St. Louis collaborating with Scale AI to strengthen geospatial workforce
A new agreement will support scholarships for GIS students at UMSL and provide learning credit for Scale employees pursuing their GIS Certificates at the university.
University of Missouri–St. Louis collaborating with Scale AI to strengthen geospatial workforce
A new agreement will support scholarships for GIS students at UMSL and provide learning credit for Scale employees pursuing their GIS Certificates at the university.
Greater St. Louis Jazz Festival welcomes students to campus
Young musicians from about 40 high schools and middle schools in Missouri and Illinois took part in the two-day event last week.
Greater St. Louis Jazz Festival welcomes students to campus
Young musicians from about 40 high schools and middle schools in Missouri and Illinois took part in the two-day event last week.
Greater St. Louis Jazz Festival welcomes students to campus
Young musicians from about 40 high schools and middle schools in Missouri and Illinois took part in the two-day event last week.
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Eye on UMSL: Howdy neighbor
Rochelle Henderson, UMSL alumna and director of health services research at Express Scripts, explains the research area in the Express Scripts Technology and Innovation Center in Berkeley, Mo. The building, located just north of UMSL, houses the company’s pharmacy and distribution center. Henderson, who earned a doctoral degree in political science from UMSL in 2010, led a tour of the facility July 26, which was attended by several members of the UMSL community. They included (from left, seated) Brenda McPhail, associate vice chancellor or advancement for development; Natissia Small, assistant dean of students and head of precollegiate programs, Julie Kraemer, coordinator in the Office of Career Services; Susan Lee, associate director of development; (from left, standing) Pat Dolan, special assistant to the vice chancellor of academic affairs; Deb Godwin, director of development; Linda Cater, associate vice chancellor for alumni relations; Ron Yasbin, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences; and Ann Steffen, associate professor of psychology.
Lack of economic diversity contributes to Detroit downfall, UMSL political scientist says
St. Louis may face its share of challenges, but the city is no Detroit, according to a recent article by St. Louis Post-Dispatch business columnist David Nicklaus. Detroit now owns the distinction of being the largest U.S. city ever to file for bankruptcy. How has St. Louis avoided wandering down a similar path of economic collapse?
Atkisson named to Cleveland Golf/Srixon All-America Scholar Team
Joe Atkisson, of the University of Missouri–St. Louis men’s golf team, has been tabbed as a Cleveland Golf/Srixon All-America Scholar, as announced by the Golf Coaches Association of America.
To Ireland and back: UMSL history alumna shares her study abroad experience
Study abroad can prove to be one of the most gratifying, adventurous, challenging and extraordinary opportunities that you undertake in life. It certainly has been for me. I sought opportunity this past summer for six weeks studying and traveling across Ireland as a participant in the Irish Studies Summer School at the National University of Ireland, Galway.
UMSL psychology scholar named SIOP fellow
Therese Macan, associate professor of psychology at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, has been named a fellow in...
UMSL education professor discusses Missouri’s school transfer law
Kathleen Sullivan Brown, associate professor of educational leadership and policy studies at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, discussed Missouri’s school transfer law with the St. Louis Beacon. Brown said even though the law is just now being used, it dates back 20 years and the court case that prompted the current rush to prepare for transfers began in 2007.
STARS students tout real-world lab experience at UMSL
It’s the unexpected that Alex Mesnier and Max Bernstein really like about lab work at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.
Community development specialist at UMSL talks downtown St. Louis
Downtown St. Louis is important to people throughout the region, even if they never step foot in the area, according to Karl Guenther.
UMSL MFA student serves as cinematographer for film to screen at Tivoli
When Chris King found out his neighbor Mark Shaw was a film student, he put him to work on the director’s first movie, “Blind Cat Black.” Shaw, now a student in the MFA in Creative Writing program at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, was so helpful that King awarded him an assistant director credit.
UMSL criminology students discuss Zimmerman case
As closing arguments are heard on the monthlong second-degree murder trial against George Zimmerman in Stanford, Fla., opinions are running high as people on both sides feel strongly about the case.
UMSL staffer graduates from FBI Citizens Academy
In her line of work at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, Kendra Perry-Ward comes into contact with FBI agents. Recently, the tables were turned, and she had the opportunity to actually put herself in the shoes of a special agent.
UMSL student group wins design logo competition
A team from the University of Missouri–St. Louis has won a national student-designed logo contest.
UMSL students learn through Jubilee Brew
Ferguson (Mo.) Brewing Company, the closest brewery to the University of Missouri–St. Louis, wanted to do something special to celebrate UMSL’s 50th anniversary. That led to Jubilee Brew, an Irish-style red ale made to honor a half century of education and excellence at the university. It also led to learning opportunities at UMSL.
St. Louis Mosaic Project seeks to attract immigrants, boost regional economy
The St. Louis Mosaic Project was created to attract more people to the St. Louis area like University of Missouri–St. Louis alumnus Jason Jan, BSBA 1999. The native Malaysian ultimately stayed in St. Louis where he launched the frozen yogurt store and brand FroYo.
UMSL criminologist earns Fulbright to study Bosnian culture, immigration
Stephanie DiPietro, assistant professor of criminology and criminal justice at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, recently received a 2013-2014 J. William Fulbright Award for the Spring 2014 semester.
Media Coverage: June 2013
The University of Missouri–St. Louis makes a significant impact on the St. Louis area. 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, but does not serve as a comprehensive listing.
UMSL psychology student hits the road with A Big Sad Whale
When he isn’t in class, University of Missouri–St. Louis senior psychology major Zach Petzel is writing songs, playing local gigs and preparing for his first big tour.
UMSL political scientist talks Bosnian Muslims; article features alumni brothers
For more than 20 years, St. Louis has become home to thousands of Bosnian refugees. The St. Louis Post-Dispatch took a comprehensive look Sunday at how the Bosnian community in greater St. Louis has grown and changed over the years. The article “Making St. Louis home: The Bosnian resettlement, 20 years later,” written by reporter Doug Moore, included insight from University of Missouri–St. Louis political scientist Farida Jalalzai on Bosnian Musli
UMSL international studies scholar discusses US-China relationship
The relationship between the U.S. and China continues to thaw, as evidenced by a recent two-day summit between President Barack Obama and his Chinese counterpart, who both vowed to usher in a “new model” of relations.
UMSL staff member, alumni named ‘30 Under 30’
A University of Missouri–St. Louis staff member and three alumni are among the young professionals being honored in the St. Louis Business Journal’s 2013 “30 Under 30” class.
UMSL students sift through Missouri history
Equipped with trowels, brushes and plenty of mosquito spray, a group of University of Missouri–St. Louis students recently worked to unearth St. Louis history.
Hannah Perryman named Third Team All-American by NFCA and Daktronics, Inc.
Freshman pitcher Hannah Perryman of the University of Missouri–St. Louis softball team has been named a 2013 National Fastpitch Coaches Association Softball All-American. Perryman was selected to the third team and is just the fourth player in program history to be named a NCAA Division II All-American. She was also named a Third Team All-American by Daktronics, Inc.
UMSL Center for Trauma Recovery scholars discuss sexual problems after rape
When Reuters wrote about a new study on sexual problems experienced by some adolescent rape victims, the international news agency sought the expertise of two researchers from the Center for Trauma Recovery at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.
UMSL economist talks housing, renting versus owning
As economic conditions improve and interest rates remain low, more people are looking to buy homes, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. But William Rogers, associate professor of economics at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, cautioned that prospective homeowners shouldn’t overestimate the return on investment for owning a house.
UMSL political ethics expert weighs in on St. Louis alderman’s solicitation letter
A letter from St. Louis Alderman Freeman Bosley Sr. that solicited for money to help fund his daughter’s college education has led to media coverage by multiple St. Louis-area news outlets. KMOV (Channel 4) reported that the letter came close to blurring the line between Bosley’s public and private life, but was not illegal. The news station asked Wally Siewert, director of the Center for Ethics in Public Life at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, to weigh in.
UMSL economist talks to KMOX about economic recovery
Dave Rose, professor of economics at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, discussed the current economic recovery Wednesday on KMOX (1120 AM).
Media Coverage: May 2013
Media Coverage highlights some of the top coverage, but does not serve as a comprehensive listing.
St. Louis Public Radio’s Veronique LaCapra named PRX STEM competition winner
St. Louis Public Radio | 90.7 KWMU science reporter Véronique LaCapra is one of the winners of a competition sponsored by the Public Radio Exchange, or PRX, to fund public radio stories about science, technology, engineering and math.
UMSL student awarded research grant to study molecules
While $1,000 in research funding might not sound like a significant amount, to Hung Nguyen, a senior at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, it’s practically a windfall.
UMSL Veterans Center director talks transition back to civilian life
Ryan Barrett, interim director of the UMSL Veterans Center and a student pursuing a doctoral degree in political science at UMSL, discussed the center on May 28 on “St. Louis on the Air,” a program on St. Louis Public Radio.
UMSL donors create 19 scholarships; 35 more in the works for next year
University of Missouri–St. Louis students will have 19 new scholarship options to help pay for school this fall thanks to university donors and a program established by Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon and implemented by the University of Missouri System.
UMSL political scientist to discuss US Constitution’s origin at book-signing event
UMSL political scientist David Robertson will discuss and sign copies of his new book at 7 p.m. June 6 in the auditorium of the University City (Mo.) Public Library, 6701 Delmar Blvd.
UMSL historian to be featured on C-SPAN
Adell Patton, associate professor of history at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, will draw on personal observations and years of extensive research as a panelist discussing poverty in America in a segment to be featured on C-SPAN’s history.
UMSL political scientists weigh in on wrapped Missouri legislative session
With the conclusion of the annual session, two University of Missouri–St. Louis political scientists weighed in on the year in state politics and discussed what the future might hold.
UMSL biologist helps shed light on why penguins lost their ability to fly
A team of researchers examined two diving seabird species that still have some ability to fly – the thick-billed murres, which are wing-propelled divers, and the pelagic cormorant, which are foot-propelled divers.
UMSL criminologists team up with community leaders to reduce violence
With 24 years of experience in law enforcement, Dan Isom understands the problems facing St. Louis residents.
UMSL China scholar discusses wage disparity with Bloomberg Businessweek
Of the 20 richest individuals in China, three are self-made female billionaires. But the ranking certainly isn’t a norm. In fact, China has a growing gender pay disparity, which Chinese expert Susan Brownell told Bloomberg Businessweek harkens back to the country’s male-oriented work traditions.
UMSL student to earn first Actuarial Studies Certificate
A variety of studies and media outlets agree: the actuarial field is booming even among these tough economic times. A recent analysis put together by CareerCast, a job search portal that says its analysis is a quarter century in the making, states that growth in the actuarial field is set to outpace all other professions. Keeping true to its commitment to prepare students for the changing job market, UMSL now offers a Certificate in Actuarial Studies through the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science. And given the profession’s booming future, it’s perhaps no surprise the first recipient of the certificate, Nicholas Brune, is completing his entire undergraduate curriculum in only three years.
UMSL biology student to research great kiskadee bird population in South America
When Serene Darwish made the switch from pre-med to biology she knew it was a better fit, but the move came as a surprise to her family. Now, any lingering doubts have been quashed.
Creative writers to give one last reading as students
A day before they graduate from the University of Missouri–St. Louis with an MFA in creative writing, nine students will read their original works. The semiannual MFA Graduate Reading will begin at 7:30 p.m. May 17 at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center at UMSL. The reading is free and open to the public.
UMSL student says Bridge Program helped in ‘so many ways’
When her mother proposed a program that included Saturday morning classes, Tobi Williams reacted like many high school sophomores.
Media Coverage: April 2013
Media Coverage highlights some of the top coverage, but does not serve as a comprehensive listing. This post will be updated with new highlights throughout the month and beyond.
Improv Shop to feature UMSL chancellor as guest monologist at Touhill
The Improv Shop, featuring guest monologist Tom George, chancellor of the University of Missouri–St. Louis, will bring its improvisational comedy to UMSL. The show will begin at 7:30 p.m. May 15 at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.
UMSL political scientist talks fundraising by career politicians on KMOX
Dave Robertson, Curators’ Teaching Professor of Political Science at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, spoke with the radio station about fundraising by career politicians.
UMSL psychologist wins Governor’s Award for Excellence in Education
Described by fellow faculty members as a "teacher's teacher," Ann Steffen is a passionate and committed educator and...
Formula for success: ’50 Years of Great Chemistry’
Joseph Bono graduated from the University of Missouri–St. Louis in 1969 with a bachelor’s degree in chemistry. He shares many of the same memories that others have of UMSL’s early years. So, when he traveled from his home in Virginia last week to attend the reunion, “50 Years of Great Chemistry,” Bono recalled the old clubhouse, classes in the laundromat and the opening of Benton Hall.
UMSL’s ITE incubator welcomes E.K.G. Life Science Solutions
E.K.G. Life Science Solutions is the latest tenant to join Innovative Technology Enterprises, an incubator for startup companies at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.
UMSL engineering education bolstered T. Christopher Peoples
The daily commute from his home in north St. Louis to his high school in Kirkwood, Mo., was an opportunity for T....
UMSL alumna Jericah Selby: Future lawyer sets the bar high
Jericah Selby is one for the books, not only for the countless number of hours she spends in the library but also for...
Legacy families point to UMSL’s success
Jessica Lake has spent the past seven years at the University of Missouri–St. Louis. The 25-year-old graduate student says UMSL feels like home and for good reason.
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