7 new freshmen set to make the most of UMSL Bridge Program Express Scripts scholarships

Sep 20, 2016

They may still be teenagers, but they’re also future engineers, medical professionals, scientists and anthropologists.

Just desserts: Ambitious business student opens ice cream parlor

Sep 19, 2016

In his senior year at UMSL, Van Liu will soon open Snow Factory and bring a taste of Thai-style ice cream to the Delmar Loop.

Students see value in UMSL’s highly ranked International Business program

Sep 13, 2016

The program landed its 14th consecutive top 20 ranking by U.S. News & World Report this week, tying for 17th best in the nation.

Economics major discovers her entrepreneurial spirit through scholars and interns program

Sep 7, 2016

Meagan Burwell spent the summer researching the feasibility of kitchen incubator and urban farm development.

An unstoppable force for good: Lynn Staley earns Chancellor’s Award for devotion to students, campus, community

Sep 7, 2016

A Chancellor’s Award comes as no surprise to those who are familiar with her steadfast dedication.

LaunchCode partners with UMSL, provides pathways to programming careers

Sep 7, 2016

LC 101 courses will give UMSL students and local community members tools to jump start a career in technology.

A mother-daughter academic journey

Aug 31, 2016

Kalynn and Kimberly Clinton reflect on experiences they have shared in pursuit of an education at UMSL.

Civic Progress invests in UMSL International Accelerator project

Aug 29, 2016

The College of Business Administration’s latest accelerator project has attracted support from a key community organization.

Min Ji Choi learns the hustle and bustle of business careers

Aug 24, 2016

An internship with the tech company Swizzle recently helped prepare the business major for success in her field of interest.

Professional MBA cohort reflects on travels to Cuba, Costa Rica

Aug 24, 2016

This summer, the group set out for 10 days of travel to both Cuba and Costa Rica to learn about international business and culture.

International student finds resilience and confidence in first-year experience

Aug 9, 2016

After a short bout of homesickness, business administration major Prachi Talwar reached out and found a welcoming community at UMSL.

Eye on UMSL: Getting down to business

Jul 28, 2016

Anheuser-Busch Hall continues to take shape on UMSL’s North Campus since the project’s groundbreaking last fall.

UMSL sets record – for degrees awarded

Jul 26, 2016

With an all-time high of 3,199 students earning degrees from the university over the past fiscal year, the total number of UMSL alumni has now surpassed 95,000.

Budding songwriter pursues music business, credits campus mentors with inspiring persistence

Jul 12, 2016

Hard at work developing her songwriting business since graduating from UMSL this spring, Teresa Frank started composing when she was 11 years old.

Five for nine so far, the Paubels keep choosing UMSL

Jun 30, 2016

As Illinois residents, the home-schooling family didn’t expect to develop such a strong connection to the university, but it’s proven an excellent fit.

There from the beginning: Biz wiz, Alumni Association president gets new inclusive membership model rolling

May 18, 2016

Kirk Richter assumed the UMSL Alumni Association presidency in July 2015. His new role coincides with the rollout of the association’s non-dues-paying membership model.

Graduating senior reflects on 7 things she’ll miss most about UMSL

May 18, 2016

From student discounts to unexpected pianos to rigorous classes, Lingru Kong shares what she’s enjoyed most during her time on campus.

In her own words: Navy pilot turned accounting professor talks aviation, teaching

May 17, 2016

Before she joined the accounting faculty at UMSL, Michele Meckfessel was a commander in the U.S. Navy, which frequently deployed her for counter drug operations.

Gordmans CEO chose UMSL for accounting program, outstanding value

May 11, 2016

Accounting alumnus Andrew Hall became president and chief executive officer of Gordmans, an Omaha-based apparel and home décor chain, in August 2014.

UMSL region’s first and only NSA, DHS designated ‘Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education’

May 9, 2016

The honor comes just two years after the formation of the UMSL Cybersecurity Program, and only one other institution in Missouri holds the distinction.

UMSL celebrates spring 2016 graduates, with nearly 1,600 students finishing their degrees

May 9, 2016

Graduating students will gather with family, friends and the campus community for commencement exercises set to take place May 14 and 15.

UMSL salutes business alumni for outstanding career achievements

Apr 26, 2016

The April 21 event included five awards – for Entrepreneurial Spirit, Outstanding Volunteer, Rising Star, Outstanding Leader and Distinguished Career Achievement.

Business graduate programs named among ‘Best for Vets’

Apr 20, 2016

“Military Times” recently listed UMSL’s College of Business Administration among the top 25 graduate business schools for veterans in the nation.

Students’ marketing efforts lead to a sold-out business conference

Apr 19, 2016

More than 1,200 people are attending UMSL’s fourth annual Midwest Digital Marketing Conference at St. Louis Union Station April 21.

Alumnus brings startup to St. Louis, UMSL’s Midwest Digital Marketing Conference

Apr 18, 2016

At first Nick Szabo didn’t see St. Louis as part of the picture for his startup endeavor, but coming home turned out to be a great move.

Ben & Jerry’s ice cream, business philosophy find fans during duo’s campus visit

Apr 18, 2016

The founding faces behind Ben & Jerry’s ice cream made an appearance at UMSL last week before a crowd of about 150 people.

Alumnus appointed to launch entrepreneurship initiative on campus

Mar 30, 2016

In collaboration with UMSL’s Deans Network, serial entrepreneur Dan Lauer is spearheading UMSL Accelerate, a new interdisciplinary effort on campus.

Athletics Q&A with sophomore swimmer Diogo Dias

Mar 30, 2016

Sophomore Diogo Dias has made quite the splash in his first season with the UMSL men’s swimming team.

Lessons beyond graduation the focus of Distinguished Speaker Series event

Mar 15, 2016

Sara Hannah of the BW Leadership Institute will speak at 5:30 p.m. March 17 in the Millennium Student Center at UMSL.

Kunkel and Fletcher earn All-GLVC honors

Mar 15, 2016

Kelly Kunkel was named to the All-Great Lakes Valley Conference Second Team, while redshirt sophomore Jordan Fletcher was selected to the All-GLVC Third Team.

ISCC gives students exposure, networking opportunities

Mar 9, 2016

UMSL students networked with representatives from area businesses during the Information Systems Career Conference.

Media Coverage: February 2016

Mar 3, 2016

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.

IBCC focuses on connecting a global future

Mar 1, 2016

The International Business Career Conference, now in its eighth year, will be held March 4 in the J.C. Penney Building and Conference Center at UMSL.

Critical conversations, cultural celebrations punctuate Black History Month on campus

Feb 11, 2016

Many of the events align closely with the national theme for this year’s month-long observance, which is “Hallowed Grounds: Sites of African American Memory.”

Marketing expert talks Super Bowl commercials

Feb 9, 2016

Haim Mano, associate professor and chair of marketing at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, talked about this year’s Super Bowl ads Monday on KMOV.

Media Coverage: January 2016

Feb 4, 2016

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.

Red & Gold Regatta, ice skating among jam-packed Homecoming 2016 lineup

Jan 25, 2016

A week full of campus fun is on the horizon at UMSL, where homecoming begins earlier than usual this year.

NSLS chapter applauds 3 faculty members, inducts 50 more students

Jan 7, 2016

Ask UMSL students about their experience of top-notch teaching on campus, and they describe more than just what happens in seminars and lecture halls.

Conservation, recreation go together for student founders of busy Environmental Adventure Organization

Jan 3, 2016

Its members organize tree climbs, tour recycling facilities, tend a community garden, camp extensively and regularly assist with stream cleanup in the region.

Marquardt named GLVC Men’s Basketball Player of the Week

Dec 23, 2015

He finished the week shooting 50 percent from both the floor (14-of-28) and three-point land (11-of-22), while netting all 10 of his free-throw attempts as well.

Emerson Community, North County Matching scholarships make a difference in students’ lives

Dec 17, 2015

More scholarship money went into action at the University of Missouri–St. Louis this fall with 50 new students...

Graduating students, well-wishers gather to celebrate achievements

Dec 16, 2015

It’s hats off this Saturday to the more than 700 students participating in commencement celebrations at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.

UMSL business scholar honored for career focusing on military research

Dec 13, 2015

Keith Womer was awarded the J. Steinhardt Prize, a prestigious honor that encompasses more than 40 years of research on military acquisition problems.

Huelsman, Collico garner All-GLVC honors in men’s soccer

Dec 2, 2015

Huelsman led the Tritons with eight goals, including four game-winners, and added two assists while Collico scored four goals and tallied a pair of assists this season.

IS professor Shaji Khan creates cybersecurity lab to address demand, create information security professionals

Dec 1, 2015

Khan became interested in cybersecurity while earning his doctorate in information systems from UMSL.

Business student Nour Salmeen benefits from big-city opportunities at UMSL

Nov 30, 2015

Salmeen was drawn to UMSL by the university’s strong business program, connections to the community and internship opportunities.

You belong: All alumni, all members of UMSL Alumni Association

Nov 24, 2015

A shift away from a dues-paying model to an open, all-inclusive membership means that all 92,000 alumni, by virtue of their UMSL degrees alone, are members of the association.

Here’s how Emerson’s support has had an immediate and long-term impact on UMSL

Nov 19, 2015

Emerson has contributed nearly $6 million to UMSL over the years. People often ask, “Just where does all that money go?” Here’s your answer.

New Cybersecurity Lab opens as collaboration between IS, computer science

Nov 19, 2015

Several dozen faculty and staff gathered Nov. 13 for the grand opening of the lab, located on the second floor of Express Scripts Hall.

Athletics Q&A with senior forward Kelly Kunkel

Nov 19, 2015

The business administration major is a student in the Pierre Laclede Honors College and senior forward on the UMSL women’s basketball team.