Capital funding will support a new on-campus engineering program, plus workforce and business innovation centers.
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State of Missouri makes significant investments in new academic programs and ongoing campus transformation at UMSL
Capital funding will support a new on-campus engineering program, plus workforce and business innovation centers.
State of Missouri makes significant investments in new academic programs and ongoing campus transformation at UMSL
Capital funding will support a new on-campus engineering program, plus workforce and business innovation centers.
State of Missouri makes significant investments in new academic programs and ongoing campus transformation at UMSL
Capital funding will support a new on-campus engineering program, plus workforce and business innovation centers.
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.
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.
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.
Chancellor Kristin Sobolik welcomes seven new members to UMSL Chancellor’s Council
Alumni Dan Isom, Sam Ganga, Wayne DeVeydt, Dave Reifschneider, Richard Winter, Evelyn Bailey Moore and Steve O’Loughlin are assuming their positions on the council in July.
Chancellor Kristin Sobolik welcomes seven new members to UMSL Chancellor’s Council
Alumni Dan Isom, Sam Ganga, Wayne DeVeydt, Dave Reifschneider, Richard Winter, Evelyn Bailey Moore and Steve O’Loughlin are assuming their positions on the council in July.
Chancellor Kristin Sobolik welcomes seven new members to UMSL Chancellor’s Council
Alumni Dan Isom, Sam Ganga, Wayne DeVeydt, Dave Reifschneider, Richard Winter, Evelyn Bailey Moore and Steve O’Loughlin are assuming their positions on the council in July.
MIMH’s Precision Health Research team studying effects of COVID infection in HIV patients, with implications for wider population
Director Robert Paul has been collaborating with colleagues at Yale University and the Military HIV Research Program with funding from the National Institute of Mental Health.
MIMH’s Precision Health Research team studying effects of COVID infection in HIV patients, with implications for wider population
Director Robert Paul has been collaborating with colleagues at Yale University and the Military HIV Research Program with funding from the National Institute of Mental Health.
MIMH’s Precision Health Research team studying effects of COVID infection in HIV patients, with implications for wider population
Director Robert Paul has been collaborating with colleagues at Yale University and the Military HIV Research Program with funding from the National Institute of Mental Health.
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Bridge Program Saturday Academy celebrates latest group of college-bound graduates during annual Award Recognition and Closing Ceremony
This year’s senior class features 61 students who’ve combined to be accepted to more than 125 colleges and universities and received scholarship offers totaling more than $7 million.
UMSL students present at Emerging Researchers National Conference in Washington
Senior Luis Schneegans and junior Zahria Patrick showcased their research in mathematics and chemistry, respectively. Patrick’s poster presentation earned second place in her category.
Louie the Triton joins other mascots to help kick off College Transit Challenge
The weeklong challenge is meant to highlight the benefits of public transit and encourage consistent use among the region’s college students, faculty and staff.
10 inspiring quotes for Women’s History Month
These UMSL women share stories of perseverance, overcoming struggle and triumph.
UMSL sport management students travel to Super Bowl LVII
The students worked on the upper concourse level of State Farm Stadium, helping fans find their way to their seats and stadium amenities and answering questions.
Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center hosting the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra during 2023/2024 season
The orchestra will perform at the Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall for 13 events during the upcoming schedule.
Feel the spirit: Snapshots of 2023 homecoming
Members of the UMSL community filled their plates at the annual Chili Feed, packed the stands to support the basketball teams and danced the night away at homecoming.
UMSL continues Black History Month celebration with events from African American Alumni Chapter, Black Faculty/Staff Association
Historians and educators John A. Wright Sr. and John A. Wright Jr. were featured guests at a “Black in St. Louis” event Thursday at the MSC.
History & Whiskey: A Black History Month celebration with North County Inc.
UMSL historians Peter Acsay and Laura Westhoff lent their knowledge to last Thursday’s Black History Month event.
College of Optometry Dean Keshia Elder honored at St. Louis City Recorder of Deeds’ African American Heritage Celebration
Elder was honored for excellence in education alongside four other local leaders.
Aimee Dunlap, Nathan Muchhala sharing leadership of UMSL’s Whitney R. Harris World Ecology Center
The pair chat about how they’re approaching their roles as caretakers of what they describe as the center’s “amazing legacy.”
Alumna Elizabeth Petersen receives inaugural Dr. Jane A. Miller Award, named in honor of her mentor
The award was created to recognize “encouragement, fostering and support of women in science and science education.”
Melissa Daniel, Amanda O’Neill and Harry Harris 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.
UMSL faculty members release books on supply chain and North American history
New works from supply chain faculty members Temidayo Akenroye and George Zsidisin and historian Kevin Fernlund are available now.
UMSL mathematics alumna Jessie Bleile serving as new geospatial professor of practice
Bleile will teach an introductory GIS course next semester and continue to help the university expand its geospatial offerings.
Business major Alexander Orywall joins friends in launching Tritons Football Club
A native of Leverkusen, Germany, Orywall had the idea to start the club as a way of sharing their enthusiasm for the sport of soccer.
Sandra Langeslag’s research on love and the brain featured on TODAY
Associate Professor Sandra Langeslag talked to TODAY show host Jenna Bush Hager about the science of love.
Eye on UMSL: Three Minute Thesis
Biology PhD student George Todd presents his research on hover fly cognitive and behavioral ecology during a Three Minute Thesis competition last week in the MSC.
Optometry student Claire Saylor named vice president of the American Optometric Student Association
The optometry student was also honored as AOSA’s Trustee of the Year for the 2022-23 school year.
St. Louis American Foundation honoring UMSL with 2023 Corporate Diversity Award
The award will be presented at the 21st Annual Salute to Excellence in Business Awards luncheon on Thursday at The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis.
UMSL cybersecurity program earns top 10 rankings from Forbes and Fortune
The rankings were based on factors such as acceptance rates, affordability, graduating class sizes, retention rates, student experience and student outcomes.
Reda Amer named new director of UMSL’s Geospatial Collaborative
Amer is being tasked with helping create academic programs that serve the workforce development needs of NGA and others in St. Louis’ growing geospatial ecosystem.
UMSL student groups promote culture and community at annual Spring Jamboree
Dozens of student groups came together to welcome new members, share upcoming events and more.
20th annual Des Lee Fine Arts Festival showcases student musicians and visual artists in the region
Nearly 900 high school and middle school students from over 30 schools and 15 school districts gathered last week at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.
MS in Supply Chain Analytics student Abhishek Solomon gearing up for job at Bunge after graduation
Solomon is currently working as an intern at the company and is hoping to transition into a full-time role as a product owner for supply chain digitization initiatives.
Associate Professor Temidayo Akenroye’s research on supply chain fairness draws attention from World Economic Forum
Akenroye and collaborator Adegboyega Oyedijo from the University of Leicester offered five strategies to help improve supply chain fairness.
Swimmer Franziska Hauptmann continues to persevere despite adversity
Hauptmann fractured her lower back after getting hit by a car while riding to practice in October, but she’s competing this week in the GLVC Swimming and Diving Championships.
UMSL Addiction Science Team signs onto statement remembering overdose event, calling for change
The statement included recommendations such as expanding access to naloxone, clean syringes, drug checking and other harm reduction tools to combat the overdose crisis.
Spring Forum on Teaching focuses on fostering equity in the classroom
Tia Brown McNair delivered the keynote address, highlighting principles from her book “From Equity Talk to Equity Walk.”
UMSL kicks off Black History Month with soul
The Office of Student Involvement held its annual Soul Food Celebration as students, faculty members and staff gathered in the MSC.
UMSL Global’s Jessica Lynn Hylton named chair-elect for 2023 NAFSA Region IV leadership team
She’ll serve a three-year chair stream for NAFSA, the world’s largest association dedicated to international education and exchange.
Junior Emily Lu to gain experience with international trade through Boeing internship
The international relations major will address global trade regulation inquiries, prepare import-export approval submissions and research global trade control issues.
UMSL partnering to grow Center of Excellence in indoor farming
The center, which would be located on UMSL’s North Campus, would work to increase the productivity and scalability of indoor, soilless farming methods, such as aquaponics.
UMSL researcher finds that collaborative communication will help companies mitigate supply chain issues
Matias Enz’s research revealed that the COVID-19 pandemic was the catalyst for managers to start collaborating more to navigate supply chain challenges.
Sport management partnership with CITY SC offers opportunity, expands access to soccer in region
UMSL students will have access to increased internship opportunities and work with the MLS club on community research initiatives.
Eye on UMSL: Lifting voices
Joanna Mendoza, Jim Henry and Deborah Godwin present a certificate of appreciation to alumnus Michael Rubin for establishing the Ambassadors of Harmony Foundation Scholarship.
Nursing alumna Hongjin Li researching supportive care for breast cancer survivors with support of new NIH grant
Her research investigates the role that acupuncture could play in alleviating symptoms such as joint pain, hot flashes, sleep disturbance, fatigue, depression and anxiety.
Anthropologist Susan Brownell joins National Committee on U.S.-China Relations
The committee aims to promote understanding and cooperation between the U.S. and China with the belief that a productive relationship serves both American and global interests.
Celebrating Black History Month 2023 with stories of UMSL excellence
Commemorate Black History Month with UMSL Daily by revisiting 12 inspiring stories of Black student, faculty, staff and alumni triumphs and contributions.
Over 200 students participate in UMSL’s MLK Week of Service events
Students made dog toys for the Humane Society and greeting cards for senior citizens and put together gift bags for nursing students and backpacks for children in foster care.
Eye on UMSL: An inspirational message
Jayla McDonald, a senior majoring in English and psychology, pens a letter to a senior citizen last Wednesday during a Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service activity.
Two new exhibitions open at UMSL’s Gallery 210@FAB
“Hung Together” and “Figurative Fridays” officially opened on Jan. 17 and will run through Feb. 10.
Game On: St. Louis CITY SC, UMSL to partner on esports and professional development education initiatives
St. Louis CITY SC Chief Revenue Officer Dennis Moore joined Chancellor Kristin Sobolik in making the announcement Thursday in front of a spirited crowd in the MSC.
Scholar in Residence Robert Stanton speaks at Gateway Arch National Park
Stanton, former director of the National Park Service, discussed the bureau’s founding principles and how National Parks can bolster progress.
Cliff Albright stresses the importance of mobilizing Black voters in MLK Holiday Observance address
Albright is the executive director and co-founder of Black Voters Matter, which seeks to energize marginalized voters and expose voter suppression.
Eye on UMSL: ‘I’m here’
Arissa Ford-Jones, a freshman studying music and business, performs “I’m Here” at the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Observance.
Christina Karam preparing for medical school after leaving behind turmoil of Lebanon, earning biology degree at UMSL
Karam got an inside look at health care while participating in the Doctors in Italy Fellowship Program last summer in Milan, and she graduated summa cum laude last month.
Worth the wait: Irene Garrison earns her degree from UMSL after nearly 60 years
Garrison’s father passed away before being able to provide her with a college education. So she put herself through school – one class at a time, over decades.
BSW graduate Donny Conner serves others as Marine, chef and social worker
Conner is now working as a vocational support specialist with the Succeed Program and is also pursuing an MSW at UMSL.
College of Education doctoral graduates conduct research, find meaning on trip to Kenya
The graduates led professional development workshops on selfcare for educators, collected data on learner-centered teaching and participated in a weekend children’s camp.
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