Alumni unite to fight food insecurity among students

Dec 27, 2017

With a number of UMSL students struggling with food insecurity, a group of graduates hope to change the statistics.

Opportunity Scholars Program recruits dynamic group of local students

Dec 18, 2017

Six freshmen with interests in engineering, business and nursing make up the new cohort of students.

UMSL earns only NSA, DHS focus area specialization within 9-state region

Dec 16, 2017

The recognition expands on UMSL’s designation as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education.

Facts, figures, thoughts on the Triton study abroad experience

Dec 15, 2017

UMSL Study Abroad has sent 1,300+ students on study abroad programs since 2009, including 213 students from 2016-17.

Shutter stop: New perspectives

Dec 14, 2017

As international students take in a sculpture at the Saint Louis Art Museum, the moment captured takes on greater symbolic meaning.

Opal Jones works to house St. Louisans with HIV/AIDS

Dec 12, 2017

A business degree from UMSL helped Jones become the CEO of a nonprofit within 12 years of graduation.

Psychology graduate and heart transplant patient Angela Farrell eyes graduate school, research to aid chronically ill children

Dec 11, 2017

Farrell’s interested in researching post-traumatic stress on children with chronic conditions who undergo significant medical procedures.

Eye on UMSL: Semester countdown

Dec 9, 2017

It’s Day 2 of group-presentation time in John Palmer’s Strategic Management course located in Anheuser-Busch Hall.

A look into the lives of international students who choose UMSL

Nov 27, 2017

Several international students share their experiences at an American university in a Midwest city.

After breaking glass ceiling in mayor’s office, UMSL alumna Lyda Krewson aims to expand city’s revitalization successes

Nov 27, 2017

A degree from UMSL helped Krewson launch her first career, in accounting, in 1977.

STLCyberCon 2017 attracts large audience of students and professionals to UMSL

Nov 20, 2017

The conference was a joint effort of the computer science and information systems departments and showcased the university as a hub of cybersecurity education.

Eye on UMSL: Colorful view

Nov 17, 2017

Students admire the fall colors as they peer out the windows of the Executive Education Room at Anheuser-Busch Hall on a bright November day.

Ask an Expert: Mary Lacity talks blockchains beyond Bitcoin

Nov 10, 2017

In this Q&A series, UMSL Daily connects with subject-matter experts from across the university on newsworthy topics.

Students organize first Finance Career Conference to bridge industry, academia

Nov 6, 2017

By networking with alumni and regional financiers, students received an inside view of the profession.

A record 9 UMSL people named to ‘30 Leaders in their Thirties’

Nov 4, 2017

Eight alumni and a staff member of the University of Missouri–St. Louis made up nearly a third of this year’s recipients of the North County Inc. award.

Ameren Accelerator partners empower energy startups during inaugural cohort

Oct 30, 2017

Seven energy startups pitched their technologies and solutions during Ameren Accelerator Demo Day Oct. 26.

Association recognizes up-and-coming UMSL fundraiser Jarel Loveless

Oct 27, 2017

The associate director of development will receive an Outstanding Young Professional Award in November.

U.S. Bank awards UMSL students cybersecurity scholarships

Oct 23, 2017

David Autry, Alan Alyas and Vii Bishop are the first recipients of the new scholarship.

The biggest competitive advantage: UMSL interns embrace opportunities in first Ameren Accelerator cohort

Oct 20, 2017

Ten students are enjoying the benefits of the innovative program while working with the seven participating companies.

Cybersecurity program obtains $493,000 in NSA-funded grants to elevate curriculum, lab infrastructure

Oct 16, 2017

The two grants will fund lab infrastructures, enhance equipment and advance curricula.

Lasting UMSL connections inspire lifetime of giving for Kirk and Maureen Richter

Oct 12, 2017

UMSL awarded the 2017 E. Desmond and Mary Ann Lee Medal for Philanthropy to Kirk and Maureen Richter.

Information systems professors offer recommendations on next steps following the Equifax data breach

Oct 12, 2017

Shaji Khan and Maurice Dawson appeared on St. Louis Public Radio | 90.7 KWMU Monday to discuss cybersecurity issues.

6 outstanding UMSL alumni in the spotlight at Founders Dinner

Oct 6, 2017

This year’s honorees include Rita Swiener, Joe Stieven, Brian Owens, Sandra Marks, Gary Jacob and Antionette Carroll.

Meet the newest UMSL Bridge Program Express Scripts Scholars

Oct 2, 2017

Five more local teens are now benefiting from UMSL scholarships made possible through a partnership of Express Scripts and the university’s Bridge Program.

Faculty, staff members recognized for exceptional teaching, research and service to UMSL

Sep 28, 2017

Chancellor Tom George presented the 2017 Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence during the State of the University Address.

Business alumna takes talents internationally with Mastercard

Sep 22, 2017

Tammy Hawkins is open to her software engineering career taking her just about anywhere in the world.

International Business program receives 15th consecutive top 25 ranking

Sep 12, 2017

The program received a No. 24 ranking from U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Colleges” guidebook.

Business alumni donate $1 million in honor of Dave Ganz

Sep 11, 2017

A group of 143 alumni and friends collaborated for a common goal – recognizing one of UMSL’s most beloved professors.

St. Louis Business Journal honors 3 UMSL alumni among this year’s Diverse Business Leaders Award recipients

Sep 11, 2017

Eric Madkins, Marcela Manjarrez Hawn and Jason Jan were among 23 individuals, businesses and organizations recognized last week at a luncheon in downtown St. Louis.

UMSL faculty member, students drum up excitement during Missouri Botanical Garden’s Japanese Festival

Sep 5, 2017

St. Louis Osuwa Taiko drummers (from left) Jack Glennon, Hitomi Salini and Natsuki Kobayashi are all members of the UMSL campus community.

Honors college matches incoming enrollment record

Sep 1, 2017

More and more students are seeking the small class sizes offered by UMSL’s Pierre Laclede Honors College.

Business college toasts grand opening of Anheuser-Busch Hall

Aug 21, 2017

The new facility features cutting-edge classrooms, faculty offices, conference rooms and first-floor advising areas.

Michael Plumb named new editor-in-chief of The Current

Aug 13, 2017

The MBA student and media studies alumnus aims to increase engagement with the UMSL community.

Eye on UMSL: Waiting game

Aug 6, 2017

Students will fill the chairs of the Executive Education Room in Anheuser-Busch Hall as soon as Aug. 21.

Sibling squabble inspires innovative tax teaching method

Aug 6, 2017

Runners of all varieties have a thing or two to learn from Michele Meckfessel and her tax research students.

UMSL interns, faculty eager to partner with first Ameren Accelerator cohort

Jul 31, 2017

Seven companies will take part in the 12-week program partially powered by UMSL Accelerate and UM System.

Greg Geisler’s research shows HSAs could provide benefits over 401(k)s

Jul 28, 2017

Misconceptions about health savings accounts may keep employees from reaching financial goals faster.

St. Louis Press Club honors 2 UMSL student journalists

Jul 27, 2017

Both enthusiastic contributors to The Current, Candice Murdock and Kat Riddler share a curiosity about others’ lives and perspectives.

From intern to director: Tim Hydar makes big leap at Little Bit Foundation

Jul 21, 2017

The 2016 business grad is making a positive impact for St. Louis students by managing the annual distribution of more than 200,000 essential items.

GlobalHack summer camp at UMSL brings coding literacy to local youth

Jul 7, 2017

The software company and the university have worked to make technology training accessible – even to 10-year-olds who otherwise might not be exposed to IT education.

Nearing end of college career that began at age 15, UMSL student has sights set on music industry

Jul 5, 2017

An accomplished violinist, singer and songwriter, Abigail Stahlschmidt has a new single playing on local radio.

5 couples who found lasting love at UMSL share their stories of meeting on campus

Jul 2, 2017

A cherry tree, chance encounters and more make up the stories of five couples whose relationships started on campus and blossomed into lifelong love.

Department of Supply Chain and Analytics rebranding provides multiple student benefits

Jun 25, 2017

The official department name change is more than a switch in verbiage – it’s a revitalization of curriculum and student experiences.

Business professor streamlines project scheduling through innovative technology

Jun 16, 2017

The future of resource allocation and task scheduling lies in the laboratory of Haitao Li.

Behind the yellow tape: Business college prepares for building opening in August

Jun 9, 2017

Anheuser-Busch Hall is expected to open at the start of the fall semester.

Enterprise Opportunity Driver scholar starts career in familiar setting

Jun 4, 2017

Rachel Gann not only received multiple offers prior to graduation, she landed her entry-level dream job.

A life well lived: Stories from the first graduating class in celebration of its 50th reunion

Jun 3, 2017

Hear nine members of the class of 1967 share their memories of a budding campus and their adventures in the decades since.

UMSL working to build partnership with Osmania University in India

May 27, 2017

The budding relationship adds to UMSL’s ongoing efforts to expand its reach around the globe so it can attract more international students.

A ‘short, sweet ride’: Mother-daughter graduates share transformative journey in earning degrees

May 25, 2017

Donna and Ashlie Vickers have shared many things in life, but neither thought they would split a college commencement weekend.

Graduate students ace CPA exam, top St. Louis market

May 21, 2017

Those enrolled in UMSL’s Master of Accounting program continued a trend of high CPA exam pass rates in 2016, surpassing the national average by 26.6 percent.