The award is presented to up to three staff or faculty members each month in recognition of their efforts to transform the lives of UMSL students and the wider community.
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3 questions with Karen Boleska, director of the sport management program
Boleska, who is also an associate teaching professor, launched the sport management program in 2020 and has worked hard to give UMSL students hands-on experiences in the industry.
Associate Professor Lindsay Athamanah receives Emerson’s Excellence in Teaching Award
An associate professor of special education in UMSL’s College of Education, Athamanah works closely with the Office of Inclusive Postsecondary Education.
Focus on Teaching and Technology Conference provides an opportunity for regional educators to shine
Scholar Michelle Miller delivered the keynote address during the 24th annual conference, which drew more than 500 attendees last week.
UMSL awarded $2.4 million grant to continue expanding Succeed Program
The funding will go toward enhancing Succeed programming, strengthening vocational and academic opportunities and improving transition services.
UMSL Global International Fellowship helps faculty members deepen their research and enrich their teaching
Associate Teaching Professor Violaine White was one of 13 awardees this year and had an immersive experience in the French-speaking country of Senegal with the support of her grant.
UMSL honors Barbara Kohm and family with 2025 E. Desmond and Mary Ann Lee Medal for Philanthropy at Founders Celebration
Kohm, with the support of her family, recently established the Kohm Scholars Program to assist high-achieving, low-income students in reaching their educational goals.
UMSL students and alumni ready to impress potential employers at Fall Internship and Job Fair
More than 530 students and alumni attended the event, which featured nearly 90 employers from a variety of industries.
UMSL alum Brian Esselman named 2025 Missouri History Teacher of the Year by Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History
Esselman won the award for demonstrating creativity and passion in teaching American history at Affton High School.
State of the University Address highlights UMSL’s focus on sustainability, innovation as it prepares for bright future
Chancellor Kristin Sobolik delivered her annual address to an audience of UMSL faculty and staff members and supporters at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.