First graduating class of BSN to DNP students making positive impact on underserved populations

Oct 1, 2018

The College of Nursing’s new BSN to DNP program prepares students to conduct translational clinical research that improves lives in real time.

DNP graduate implementing effective prenatal consult for opioid-addicted women

Sep 21, 2018

What began as Becky Boedeker’s DNP thesis project is on its way to adoption by SSM Health and the Illinois Perinatal Quality Collaborative.

Chancellor recognizes outstanding faculty, staff for their varied contributions to UMSL

Sep 13, 2018

Tom George bestowed awards on nine faculty and staff members during the Faculty and Staff Recognition ceremony Wednesday at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.

Seven faculty members chosen for the Manuel Pacheco Leadership Development Program

Sep 10, 2018

The UM System program has supported an annual cohort of between 30 and 40 academic department chairs, directors, and assistant deans since it began in 2000.

Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Education take center stage in UMSL marketing campaign

Sep 4, 2018

UMSL is running 60-second radio spots and 30-second television commercials throughout the month of September, featuring four alumni each from the Colleges of Arts and Sciences and Education.

New year, new faculty

Aug 20, 2018

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.

Nursing alumna finding success in competitive residency in Washington, DC

Aug 13, 2018

Brandi Fields credits family, faith, academic perseverance, campus involvement and powerful mentors for helping her land in the MedStar Georgetown Nurse Residency Program.

UMSL nursing professor stays on the cutting edge of creating course content

Jul 23, 2018

Assistant Teaching Professor Lisa Merritt used her experience at the AACN-Apple Digital Innovation Bootcamp to explore new ways to enhance students’ learning through technology.

UMSL Athletics year in review

Jun 21, 2018

Tritons student-athletes achieved new heights in their sports and in the classroom during the 2017-18 academic year.

2 UMSL alumnae win Excellence in Nursing Awards

Jun 5, 2018

Christi Abeln and Christine Mathews won in the categories of orthopedics and intensive care, respectively. Each holds a BSN and MSN from UMSL.

Nursing alumna Shunta Johnson honored for service to health care community

May 31, 2018

The BSN and MSN graduate was one of eight health care professionals recognized by the St. Louis American Foundation at its annual awards luncheon.

Sixteen faculty members earn promotions ahead of 2018-19 academic year

May 24, 2018

“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

May 23, 2018

Mission trips to Haiti and UMSL coursework have honed the recent BSN graduate’s nursing skills.

Nursing student Emma Spencer fights to better Missouri health care

May 21, 2018

Spencer, who holds a BSN from UMSL, is now pursuing a DNP and aims to navigate the connections between nursing and politics to create change.

Ladue News spotlights Chancellor Emeritus Blanche M. Touhill

Apr 20, 2018

Writer Paul Brown featured Touhill in a “Person of Interest” column and chronicled the legacy she’s established at UMSL.

UMSL commencement ceremonies set for May 11-13

Apr 18, 2018

The university will confer more than 1,500 degrees during this spring’s six ceremonies with a majority of the graduates from the St. Louis area.

Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice shines in latest U.S. News & World Report rankings

Mar 20, 2018

The department ranked fifth on the U.S. News & World Report’s 2019 list of the “Best Graduate Schools.”

Eye on UMSL: CPR training

Mar 5, 2018

Nursing students (from left) Danielle Cimmarusti, Kruti Bhakta and Abigail Albeck went through CPR training in College of Nursing’s Learning Resource and Simulation Center.

New UMSL marketing campaign highlights nursing, business

Feb 9, 2018

New TV spots feature successful young alumni testifying to the benefits they found at UMSL and how each college helped launch their careers.

UMSL ranked No. 1 in Missouri for online bachelor’s program by U.S. News & World Report

Jan 9, 2018

UMSL ranks No. 23 nationally and No. 1 in Missouri on U.S. News & World Report’s 2018 list of Best Online Bachelor’s Programs.

Opportunity Scholars Program recruits dynamic group of local students

Dec 18, 2017

Six freshmen with interests in engineering, business and nursing make up the new cohort of students.

Accelerated BSN program helps Red Cross volunteer, former tech pro become nurse

Dec 1, 2017

Steve Ding wanted do something more meaningful than design software, so he went back to school to become a travel nurse.

A look into the lives of international students who choose UMSL

Nov 27, 2017

Several international students share their experiences at an American university in a Midwest city.

Nursing alumna Lisa Meadows aims for change, one child at a time

Aug 16, 2017

The Nurse of the Year Award winner recently took on a new role as director of St. Louis Children’s Hospital’s Healthy Kids Express program.

Disaster preparedness conference brings nurses and students from across the country to UMSL 

Aug 9, 2017

Real-life case studies, simulations and the importance of self and family care were at the forefront of the population-focused workshop.

Dual rankings name UMSL nursing’s online RN to BSN program among best in country

Jul 29, 2017

UMSL is one of only two schools in the state of Missouri to make both lists.

Elderly needing care, students gaining experience: College of Nursing and Delmar Gardens team up

Jun 10, 2017

The two institutions have united to nurture both students’ clinical skills and the aging population of patients who need them.

Nursing alumna’s life-saving efforts result in DAISY Award, everlasting gratitude, friendship

May 21, 2017

Kara Schneider and Kenny Rosenkoetter will likely be friends for life – ever since the day she helped save his.

College of Nursing celebrates 35 years, honors 4 remarkable alumni

May 14, 2017

The 35th Anniversary Brunch and Alumni Awards capped off a year’s worth of celebration, reflection and collaboration.

College of Nursing alumna travels to Uganda to aid fellow grad’s health-care and community-building efforts

May 10, 2017

Kelli Rowland traveled nearly 8,000 miles to reconnect with former classmate Samuel Mugaya and experience the medical missionary trip of a lifetime.

Eye on UMSL: Finals week fun

May 9, 2017

Nursing seniors (from right) Nick Schueddig, Nick Rangel and Chris Galvin savor some recreation time with a game of Spikeball alongside friend Brett Wright during finals week.

Celebrating 1,500 success stories

May 3, 2017

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.

Eye on UMSL: Bubblebus

May 1, 2017

Juniors Joann Schwieter (center) and Kennedy McClinton (at right) brave the bubbles at Food Truck Friday outside the Millennium Student Center.

Meaningful connections: Scholarships benefit donors as well as students

Apr 25, 2017

Nicholas O’Brien and Brandi Fields were two UMSL scholarship recipients recently recognized at a luncheon on campus.

Teaching with compassion earns Liz Mantych a 2017 Excellence in Nursing nomination

Apr 12, 2017

A career, a passion, an approach to life: Being a nurse educator has been a true blessing for UMSL’s RN to BSN program director.

Student volunteers choose a different kind of spring break, explore new city

Apr 10, 2017

Spring break typically conjures images of beaches and naps, but it was all about service for eight Tritons who traveled to Indiana during their recent week off.

Sybrina Fulton, mother of Trayvon Martin, spurs UMSL audience to deeper understanding of others

Feb 26, 2017

Five years ago this week, Sybrina Fulton (at left) lost her son, Trayvon Martin. She spoke at UMSL Feb. 22 and met afterward with UMSL students.

2 different paths, 1 destination: Mother-daughter teaching duo brings passion for education, nursing to UMSL

Feb 8, 2017

Jodiey Cochran never intended to follow in her mother’s teaching footsteps – until her own UMSL nursing journey gave her the chance.

UMSL alumna appointed to Missouri State Board of Nursing

Jan 25, 2017

Siteman Kids Nurse Practitioner Taryn Sandheinrich will bring a love for children, families and fellow nurses to her new role.

UMSL Staff Association keeps four-legged friends in mind over the holiday season

Jan 17, 2017

St. Louis–based Stray Rescue was the recipient of well over 100 much-needed, animal-friendly items thanks to campus-wide giving.

Difference makers: 16 UMSL student stories for 2016

Jan 2, 2017

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.

Dec. 17 commencement features 3 ceremonies, 3 honorary degrees and 1,000 graduates

Dec 15, 2016

UMSL welcomes new graduates into the ranks of 96,000 alumni while honoring and hearing from local successes.

Top hospital, top choice: New nursing grad looks forward to working at Barnes-Jewish

Dec 15, 2016

Michelle Arrington is one of nearly 50 graduating College of Nursing students who already have their post-college jobs lined up.

Compassionate care earns nursing alumna Julius Beck recognition

Dec 5, 2016

The 2015 graduate received a DAISY Award for her efforts on behalf of one of her patients at Mercy Hospital.

Zotta scholarship recipient follows in the footsteps of a great nurse who came before her

Nov 27, 2016

Nicole Bates aims to pay it forward as part of a legacy of compassion and excellent care.

Twin sisters choose UMSL College of Nursing for reputation, familiarity

Oct 2, 2016

Meagan and Maureen Mohan believe that the UMSL College of Nursing is their best bet for future career preparation, and they’re happy to rely on each other as they start their college journey.

Athletics Q&A with junior volleyball player Danielle Waedekin

Sep 29, 2016

Junior libero Danielle Waedekin has been a welcome addition to the backline of the Tritons volleyball team while pursuing her degree in nursing.

From youngest in program to distinguished alumna: Nursing graduate charts course for the future

Sep 28, 2016

Belma Mahmutovic received the Shirley A. Martin Distinguished Nurse Award at the College of Nursing’s pinning ceremony in August.

Hundreds of students, alumni and employers make countless connections at UMSL Internship & Job Fair

Sep 26, 2016

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

Sep 25, 2016

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.