A lifelong learner, Zaidi graduated with a PhD in STEM education after previously earning degrees in areas such as aeronautical engineering, engineering management and international affairs.
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Succeed student and Tritons swimmer Lawrence Sapp headed to Paris 2024 Summer Paralympic Games
Sapp will compete in the 100-meter butterfly. He previously placed fifth in the event at the Tokyo 2020 Summer Paralympic Games.
UMSL’s membership in Oak Ridge Associated Universities will bring new opportunities for faculty, students
The consortium of more than 150 major colleges and universities works with federal, state, local and commercial customers to advance national priorities and serve the public interest.
Alumni Tom and Karleen Hoerr investing in future students through support of College of Education, Transform UMSL initiative
The couple’s generosity will help provide students with state-of-the-art, purpose-designed spaces in the renovated Social Sciences and Business Building, in proximity to other campus resources.
College of Education hosts third Future Teacher Leadership Academy for local high school students
During the free two-week program, students earned college credit, learned professional skills and explored diverse career options.
UM System’s Advisor Development Program helps advisors and academic coaches, including 6 from UMSL, grow in their roles
Participants developed job-specific projects geared toward best practices and scholarly advising.
UMSL winds down year-long celebration of its 60th anniversary, looks to build for the future
The university gathered to celebrate the anniversary of its founding on Sept. 15 and honored successful alumni and contributed to a legacy of service throughout the year.
College of Education’s New Leaf Literacies initiative promotes joy of reading, nature at Woerner Elementary School
The three-week program integrated hands-on lessons about gardening and the environment with responsive, project-based literacy education.
Education graduate Lisa Foust named Missouri Teacher Leader of Tomorrow
The award honors student teachers and celebrates individuals with high potential to achieve greatness in education.
Ariel Brown, Mary Johnson and Al Stanger receive UMSL Hero Awards
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.