First We Teach MO cohort begins, receives media attention

Sep 23, 2015

We Teach MO seeks to rectify the shortage of highly qualified math and science teachers in Missouri.

3 staff members recognized for outstanding service, teamwork, care

Sep 16, 2015

The recipients of the 2015 Chancellor’s Awards for Staff Excellence include (from left) Mary Brown, Debra Black and Samuel Darko.

Young innovators compete in entrepreneurial program

Aug 10, 2015

Local high school students discuss their concept during The Pitch, a summer entrepreneurial program organized by UMSL’s College of Education.

UMSL alumnus leads school during year of unrest

Jul 30, 2015

Howard Fields III (far right) started the 2014-15 school year as principal of Koch Elementary School, just down the road from where the shooting of Michael Brown occurred.

UMSL student, alumnae named ‘30 Under 30’

Jul 14, 2015

Three members of the UMSL community are among the young professionals being honored in the St. Louis Business Journal’s 2015 “30 Under 30” class.

Students gain job experience, more through StudentPlus program

Jul 13, 2015

Participant Candice Clossum works closely with a mentor in an on-campus job that builds her repertoire while pursuing her degree.

Most Influential Business Women includes 5 UMSL alumnae

Jun 22, 2015

The weekly newspaper’s annual list recognizes St. Louis female business leaders representing industries ranging from finance to health care.

Eye on UMSL: Joyful Sadness

Jun 21, 2015

UMSL alumna and actress Phyllis Smith stopped by the Saint Louis Science Center on Friday to share the trailer of her new movie, “Inside Out.”

Butler named Second Team Capital One Academic All-American

Jun 15, 2015

The senior first baseman became the 11th UMSL student-athlete to garner the honors.

Regional development association honors UMSL for Ferguson response

Jun 4, 2015

Chancellor Tom George accepted a Community Development Award on UMSL’s behalf at North County Incorporated’s annual breakfast.

Eye on UMSL: Book lovers

Jun 3, 2015

Young readers Caroline and London show off summer selections from the newly installed Little Free Library on UMSL’s South Campus.

Tiny campus library attracts patrons of all sizes

Jun 1, 2015

UMSL Professor Keith Miller recently installed a Little Free Library at the main entrance to Marillac Hall.

Perryman, Butler earn All-American honors

May 25, 2015

The duo helped UMSL to a 48-8 record, GLVC regular season and tournament championships and a No. 1 national ranking.

Commencement weekend marks more than 1,000 milestones

May 13, 2015

Graduating students will join UMSL alumna Safia Madani, who is shown here celebrating with family at the December commencement.

Shawntelle Fisher helps many others on her way to success

May 12, 2015

From incarceration to graduation: “I made a decision that this was it,” said Fisher (right). “I’ve been on a mission ever since. I love what I do.”

Voices of Ferguson

May 7, 2015

The death of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Mo., on Aug. 9 changed the St. Louis region forever.

UMSL venues, artists, alumni among best in St. Louis

Apr 30, 2015

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch named the St. Louis Mercantile Library the “Best Place for a History Lesson” in the newspaper’s annual Go! List.

Counseling associate professor receives Group Practice Award

Apr 29, 2015

Angela Coker received the award for her development of the innovative SisterScholars-in-Training group at UMSL.

Education professor awarded President’s Award for Cross-Cultural Engagement

Apr 12, 2015

Wendy Saul (center with scarf) receives the award from UMSL Associate Provost Paulette Isaac-Savage.

UMSL educator talks summer learning loss, K-12 funding

Apr 8, 2015

James Shuls recently talked to St. Louis Public Radio about the Blueprint4SummerSTL app and wrote a St. Louis Post-Dispatch commentary.

UMSL education student helps homeless women with essential products

Apr 6, 2015

UMSL education student Laura Wood organized a collection of feminine hygiene products to donate to local shelters.

Madelyn Boyne makes her debut in ‘Good People’

Apr 5, 2015

The UMSL education major will take on a role originated on Broadway by Frances McDormand. The play will be April 9-12 at the Touhill.

Media Coverage: March 2015

Apr 1, 2015

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Media Coverage: February 2015

Mar 29, 2015

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.

Pride, gratitude mark 2015 Trailblazers celebration

Mar 22, 2015

The annual event is held in celebration of National Women’s History Month and recognizes five UMSL women for their contributions to the university and to society.

Education dean, her impact featured in St. Louis Business Journal

Mar 19, 2015

“Carole (Basile) is a visionary,” Maxine Clark, founder of Build-A-Bear Workshop, told the publication.

9 UMSL graduate programs land on US News ‘Best’ list

Mar 12, 2015

The programs include criminology and criminal justice, education, public policy administration, clinical psychology, psychology, nursing, social work, biology, and chemistry and biochemistry.

Retired UMSL dean and spouse chase passion, research across the globe

Feb 22, 2015

Charley and Liz Schmitz have traveled to all seven continents – including Antarctica – in their continued quest to uncover the secrets to a successful marriage.

Butler repeats as GLVC Player of the Week

Feb 19, 2015

The senior first baseman hit safely in all three victories for the Tritons last week for a .583 batting average to go along with a 1.417 slugging percentage.

Media Coverage: January 2015

Feb 15, 2015

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Soccer’s Jon Huelsman racks up honors

Feb 11, 2015

The UMSL junior midfielder has earned several all-conference and all-region honors.

UMSL education professor discusses state of education on KETC

Jan 28, 2015

James Shuls, assistant professor of educational leadership and policy studies at UMSL, joined a group of community educators and leaders to discuss education in the region.

Eye on UMSL: To serve

Jan 25, 2015

UMSL students (from left) Rachel Romano, William Lawson, and Jesse Herman participate in the MLK Day of Service by painting one of the stairwells at Circle of Light.

Media Coverage: December 2014

Jan 15, 2015

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Students take lead on upcoming Day of Service

Jan 7, 2015

UMSL students Demetrius Reynolds and Kristin Wyninegar are co-organizers of the university’s seventh MLK Day of Service on Jan. 19.

Media Coverage: November 2014

Jan 1, 2015

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December graduation applauds nearly 700 new UMSL alumni

Dec 21, 2014

The Dec. 20 ceremonies included remarks by three influential leaders in business, health care and live sound.

McGovern nominated to Allstate WBCA Good Works Team®

Dec 17, 2014

The award recognizes a unique group of women’s college basketball student-athletes who have demonstrated a commitment to enriching the lives of others and their communities.

Tritons duo sweeps recent PNC GLVC swimming, diving honors

Dec 16, 2014

Freshman Felix Kusnierz and senior Ellen Fix were recently named PNC GLVC Athletes of the Week. They were the first from the program to earn the distinction.

Athletics Q&A with senior guard Alexis Lawrence

Dec 11, 2014

The three-point shooting threat is also leader for her team on and off the court and is hoping to have one last memorable season.

Eye on UMSL: Faculty authors

Dec 10, 2014

Information systems Professor Mary Lacity talks with Larry Frederick, UMSL’s chief information officer, about his book at the annual Faculty Author Reception.

Media Coverage: October 2014

Dec 10, 2014

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Educator talks evolution of teaching, state of education

Nov 23, 2014

What started as a profession selected out of financial convenience has led to a rewarding and successful career for Lynn Beckwith Jr.

‘Voices from the Holocaust’ combines new works with those of victims

Nov 20, 2014

Three UMSL professors want to preserve the words, artwork and music of those who both survived and perished in the Holocaust through the new program.

Media Coverage: September 2014

Nov 13, 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 stories.

Athletics Q&A with swimming coach Tomas Kuzvard

Nov 11, 2014

For the first time in 18 years, UMSL returned to the pool this fall when men’s and women’s swimming and diving was reinstated as an intercollegiate sport.

Emerson selects UMSL alumna for 2014 Excellence in Teaching Award

Oct 26, 2014

Rhonda Spotanski, who earned her bachelor’s degree in eduction in 1998 and master’s degree in education in 2003 from UMSL, teaches sixth-grade English language arts at Hazelwood West Middle School.

Athletics Q&A with senior goalkeeper Nick Lenkman

Oct 23, 2014

The UMSL student, who is majoring in business administration, discussed a senior’s role on the team, post-graduation plans and his teammates’ dominance at scoring goals.

Purnell, Roccia among NCI’s 30 Leaders in Their Thirties honorees

Oct 20, 2014

Andrea Purnell (left) is the director of communications and the arts for the Missouri Institute of Mental Health, and Miriam Roccia is the assistant dean of students.

Athletics Q&A with junior forward Laura Hurlbut

Oct 19, 2014

The UMSL student, who is majoring in education, discussed changing positions, the team’s focus for the rest of the season and scoring goals.