Campus photographer Derik Holtmann captured joyous scenes as UMSL celebrated nearly 1,700 spring and summer graduates during five commencement ceremonies.
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UMSL’s newest graduates celebrate completion of their college journey
Campus photographer Derik Holtmann captured joyous scenes as UMSL celebrated nearly 1,700 spring and summer graduates during five commencement ceremonies.
UMSL’s newest graduates celebrate completion of their college journey
Campus photographer Derik Holtmann captured joyous scenes as UMSL celebrated nearly 1,700 spring and summer graduates during five commencement ceremonies.
UMSL’s newest graduates celebrate completion of their college journey
Campus photographer Derik Holtmann captured joyous scenes as UMSL celebrated nearly 1,700 spring and summer graduates during five commencement ceremonies.
May graduate Abbey Martin pursues passion for optometry with new position at Regional Eyecare
Martin found her passion for humanitarian work while volunteering with UMSL’s chapter of Student Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity last month.
May graduate Abbey Martin pursues passion for optometry with new position at Regional Eyecare
Martin found her passion for humanitarian work while volunteering with UMSL’s chapter of Student Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity last month.
May graduate Abbey Martin pursues passion for optometry with new position at Regional Eyecare
Martin found her passion for humanitarian work while volunteering with UMSL’s chapter of Student Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity last month.
Opportunity Scholar Zahria Patrick headed to prestigious doctoral program after earning degree in chemistry
Patrick is the first member of her family to earn a college degree and will begin working toward her PhD next fall at Georgia Tech.
Opportunity Scholar Zahria Patrick headed to prestigious doctoral program after earning degree in chemistry
Patrick is the first member of her family to earn a college degree and will begin working toward her PhD next fall at Georgia Tech.
Opportunity Scholar Zahria Patrick headed to prestigious doctoral program after earning degree in chemistry
Patrick is the first member of her family to earn a college degree and will begin working toward her PhD next fall at Georgia Tech.
BSN grad Sarah Barksdale starting position at St. Louis Children’s Hospital Heart Center
Barksdale will be working as a registered nurse, caring for children born with congenital heart defects.
BSN grad Sarah Barksdale starting position at St. Louis Children’s Hospital Heart Center
Barksdale will be working as a registered nurse, caring for children born with congenital heart defects.
BSN grad Sarah Barksdale starting position at St. Louis Children’s Hospital Heart Center
Barksdale will be working as a registered nurse, caring for children born with congenital heart defects.
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New year, new faculty
UMSL introduced more than 20 new full-time faculty members to the university community during a two-day new faculty orientation organized by the Center for Teaching and Learning.
Eye on UMSL: Sunset on South Campus
The rising moon hovered high above the Provincial House Friday evening on South Campus.
Gateway Arch Museum makes good use of Fausz artifact collection
Fred Fausz, UMSL emeritus associate professor of history, has dozens of artifacts from his personal collection pertaining to the American fur trade on display at the newly redesigned museum.
Eye on UMSL: Welcoming the newest Opportunity Scholars
From left, Emma Norman, Darriell Johnson, Dariana Rodriguez, Jared Mitchell and Alexis Twillmann gathered last Wednesday for a reception at the Provincial House.
Alumnae work to heal impoverished East African communities, financing unlikely entrepreneurs
Kaitlyn Gresham and Christy Horton manage Under the Same Tree, a 501(c)(3) that helps economically empower Kenyans and Ugandans like Neema Mungusikiza (above) and her daughters.
A scientist with a brawny résumé and new feminist perspective
Drake Anderson’s research on the physiological effects of sexism fueled more than a future in psychology.
A look inside UMSL’s undergraduate research scene
Budding researchers are finding their roots as undergraduates at UMSL.
Sixteen faculty members earn promotions ahead of 2018-19 academic year
“I commend each of these faculty on their accomplishments and thank them for their service to UMSL,” Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Kristin Sobolik said.
Nursing student Trenton Conway enters DNP program with a desire to help others
Mission trips to Haiti and UMSL coursework have honed the recent BSN graduate’s nursing skills.
The fight for fairness: Spring grad battles rare kidney disease to make it to law school
Political science major Ashley Westbrook’s kidneys began to fail during her freshman year at UMSL. Medical treatment and serious determination got her to graduation, and law school awaits.
Lysa Young-Bates accomplishes decades-long dream of earning marketing degree
The new College of Business Administration alumna had put her degree plans on hold for years before coming to UMSL in 2017.
Marco Pipoly, UMSL’s 100,000th graduate, on path to career in neuroscience
Pipoly was celebrated as the university’s 100,000th graduate during commencement ceremonies Saturday afternoon and has received an NSF research fellowship for graduate school.
2018 homecoming king and queen talk UMSL pride, rewarding student journeys
Yaniv Dudaie and Ares Boira Lopez were elected 2018 homecoming king and queen. Both share a passion for campus involvement.
Edward Munn Sanchez named new dean of the Pierre Laclede Honors College
Sanchez has been the assistant dean for academic affairs and diversity for the University of South Carolina Honors College.
UMSL recognized for dynamic transfer programs by Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
The 2018 honor roll lists 112 transfer-friendly colleges and universities across the country.
Celebrating Black History Month with 10 stories of black excellence at UMSL
Revisit these inspiring stories from everyday people in our campus community.
A century after one of the bloodiest events in US racial history, UMSL student investigates its causes and relevance for today
Mehnaz Ahmad’s article “More Than Meets the Eye: The Layered Causes of the East St. Louis Race Riot” appeared in the Fall 2017 issue of Gateway magazine.
UMSL history major looks to continue research into late antiquity in grad school
Audri Adams earned her BA in history last month – plus honors college and writing certificates. She’s long been interested in the study of past civilizations.
Opportunity Scholars Program recruits dynamic group of local students
Six freshmen with interests in engineering, business and nursing make up the new cohort of students.
Army veteran overcomes traumatic brain injury to graduate with honors
After suffering a severe combat injury, Joshua Eckhoff will complete his tumultuous but rewarding student journey on Dec. 16.
Graduating building managers reflect on campus rec’s growth since it first opened
Tabitha Milon, Braxton Perry and Lizzy Turner, along with classmate Davide Scacchetti (not pictured), have gained friends and work experience at the UMSL Recreation and Wellness Center.
Immersive honors course carries history out of the classroom, into community
Students learned the modern history of St. Louis from those who experienced it firsthand.
The biggest competitive advantage: UMSL interns embrace opportunities in first Ameren Accelerator cohort
Ten students are enjoying the benefits of the innovative program while working with the seven participating companies.
Alumna continues family tradition as ‘Jeopardy!’ contestant
Mary Grace Buckley will test her trivia knowledge on an episode of “Jeopardy!” that airs later this month.
Nicole Gevers finds harmony between academics, extensive campus involvement
The civil engineering major and honors student is soaking in all aspects of UMSL campus life.
Honors college matches incoming enrollment record
More and more students are seeking the small class sizes offered by UMSL’s Pierre Laclede Honors College.
REU internship at Danforth Center has UMSL student researching oilseed lipids for biofuels
Lauren Jenkins was one of 20 students out of 237 applicants to land a summer REU internship at the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center.
Triton Globetrotters: Students share stories from semester abroad
By stepping out of familiar territory, three UMSL students were able to test their limits and exercise introspection while earning credits toward their degrees.
UMSL alumna recently honored by Essence magazine discusses equity-centered design initiatives
Antionette Carroll, who holds both a BS and an MA from UMSL, founded Creative Reaction Lab in 2014.
First-generation college grad from Bosnia off to physician assistant school
May graduate Adela Redzic already has a spot lined up at SIUC. A St. Louisan since the age of 6, Redzic and her family fled the war in Bosnia.
Biochemistry grad Victoria Rogers tackles Alzheimer’s, childhood beliefs, 5 grad school acceptances
Rogers’ Alzheimer’s research got her into grad school and helped develop an antibody that could slow the disease, which has affected Rogers’ family.
Celebrating 1,500 success stories
UMSL alumnus and Express Scripts Chairman George Paz heads an impressive list of St. Louisans speaking, performing or receiving honorary degrees during commencement ceremonies May 12-14.
Leadership awards banquet puts everyday excellence in the spotlight
Student advocates. Rising leaders. Excellent Tritons. Some of the people on campus who embody such descriptions were in the spotlight during Mirthweek.
2017 homecoming king and queen talk tacos, Triton traditions, red or gold
Sara Hilpert and Nick Domescik are 2017 homecoming queen and king. Both have a flair for being leaders on campus and a taste for Mexican food.
Difference makers: 16 UMSL student stories for 2016
Here’s a look back at some of the students who have chosen to get involved, lend a hand and overcome great obstacles over the past year.
Soccer teammates Joe Rund, Evan Garrad earn recognition as Academic All-Americans on way to medical school
UMSL was one of two men’s soccer programs nationally to put two players on the Division II Academic All-America First Team.
Engineering creative spirit: Emma Seidel builds eclectic foundation, lands job
Nidec Motor Corporation will welcome her on board after she graduates this December.
Eye on UMSL: Autumn gold
Autumn is in full bloom as a Ginkgo tree in front of the Pierre Laclede Honors College sports its vibrant seasonal color on South Campus.
Leaving Las Vegas: Out-of-state student Addy Lai finds a world of opportunity at UMSL
Through a happy accident, the senior psychology major ended up at UMSL four years ago, and she’s been making her mark across campus ever since.
Godly Miracle Coupons and ad-libbed odysseys: Brain Stew enters its 26th year of publication
Meagan Burwell, Zachary Lee and Nicole Gevers continue the student publication’s traditions of satire and irreverent humor.
A timely play, a week at UMSL and critical thinking in iambic pentameter
Six days with the visiting Actors From The London Stage left students, faculty and local youth invigorated by Shakespeare – and also out of breath.
Hundreds of students, alumni and employers make countless connections at UMSL Internship & Job Fair
The event attracted more than 600 UMSL students and alumni – and over 290 recruiters who connected with attendees interested in jobs, internships and other career opportunities.
There’s just one choice: Founders Dinner video highlights campus community and programs
A video highlighting UMSL’s nine colleges and schools, beautifully diverse campus and vibrant sense of community debuted at the university’s 2016 Founders Dinner.
Advanced Credit Program helps incoming freshmen lay a solid foundation, find common ground
Heather Penrod and Sally Nguyen are two of the more than 100 students among this fall’s freshman class who participated in the UMSL Advanced Credit Program.
7 new freshmen set to make the most of UMSL Bridge Program Express Scripts scholarships
They may still be teenagers, but they’re also future engineers, medical professionals, scientists and anthropologists.
Economics major discovers her entrepreneurial spirit through scholars and interns program
Meagan Burwell spent the summer researching the feasibility of kitchen incubator and urban farm development.
Ferguson seniors share decades of wisdom with UMSL researchers
Tom Meuser, Sheilah Clarke-Ekong and Jackie Lewis-Harris partnered on the “Elder Voices on Ferguson: Life Story Project.”
UMSL sets record – for degrees awarded
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.
Eye on UMSL: First steps
Incoming Opportunity Scholars Kyra Chappell, Danielle Friz, Jalen James-Patterson, Madison Koogler and Mickkell Abrams mark their first steps into budding college careers.
Joyful, challenging, fulfilling: The first-year experience through Madison Bick’s eyes
BSN major Madison Bick concluded her freshman year at UMSL this spring with a 4.0 GPA and two campus awards including “Desk Assistant of the Year” and “Shining Star.”
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