After earning his UMSL degree, Davis is picking back up his career as a software developer and plans to use the DAFT visa to facilitate his move to Rotterdam in the Netherlands.
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Inspired by UMSL study abroad trip, information systems graduate Sean Davis preparing for move to Rotterdam
After earning his UMSL degree, Davis is picking back up his career as a software developer and plans to use the DAFT visa to facilitate his move to Rotterdam in the Netherlands.
Inspired by UMSL study abroad trip, information systems graduate Sean Davis preparing for move to Rotterdam
After earning his UMSL degree, Davis is picking back up his career as a software developer and plans to use the DAFT visa to facilitate his move to Rotterdam in the Netherlands.
Inspired by UMSL study abroad trip, information systems graduate Sean Davis preparing for move to Rotterdam
After earning his UMSL degree, Davis is picking back up his career as a software developer and plans to use the DAFT visa to facilitate his move to Rotterdam in the Netherlands.
May graduate Tiffany Aldridge Rhine pivots to career in optometry with new position at Center for Vision and Learning
Aldridge Rhine, who earned her bachelor’s from UMSL in 2000, decided to embark on a career in optometry after reading a story in UMSL Magazine.
May graduate Tiffany Aldridge Rhine pivots to career in optometry with new position at Center for Vision and Learning
Aldridge Rhine, who earned her bachelor’s from UMSL in 2000, decided to embark on a career in optometry after reading a story in UMSL Magazine.
May graduate Tiffany Aldridge Rhine pivots to career in optometry with new position at Center for Vision and Learning
Aldridge Rhine, who earned her bachelor’s from UMSL in 2000, decided to embark on a career in optometry after reading a story in UMSL Magazine.
UMSL Center for Character and Citizenship hosts MyImpact Challenge Showcase for Missouri with local high school students
The civic engagement contest highlighted the creativity, leadership and impact of students ages 16 to 19 who are actively engaged in service, volunteerism or entrepreneurship in their communities.
UMSL Center for Character and Citizenship hosts MyImpact Challenge Showcase for Missouri with local high school students
The civic engagement contest highlighted the creativity, leadership and impact of students ages 16 to 19 who are actively engaged in service, volunteerism or entrepreneurship in their communities.
UMSL Center for Character and Citizenship hosts MyImpact Challenge Showcase for Missouri with local high school students
The civic engagement contest highlighted the creativity, leadership and impact of students ages 16 to 19 who are actively engaged in service, volunteerism or entrepreneurship in their communities.
UMSL alum Princess Stormm builds on passion for supporting local music talent
After working for Hot 104.1 for over 10 years, Stormm is turning her focus to the Midwest Music Summit.
UMSL alum Princess Stormm builds on passion for supporting local music talent
After working for Hot 104.1 for over 10 years, Stormm is turning her focus to the Midwest Music Summit.
UMSL alum Princess Stormm builds on passion for supporting local music talent
After working for Hot 104.1 for over 10 years, Stormm is turning her focus to the Midwest Music Summit.
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Biochemistry and biotechnology student Thomas Perrot finds an unlikely mesh with ceramics
Perrot created clay models of a bacteriophage, HPV virus and the COVID-19 virus for the Undergraduate Research Symposium.
UMSL receives renewed accreditation from AACSB for all business, accounting programs
Fewer than 2 percent of business schools worldwide maintain dual accreditation in business and accounting.
UMSL graduate Rob Jones gets a boost from the Joint Engineering Program to build a business of his own
Jones worked toward his degree part-time for more than a decade while simultaneously working his way up at Wellston-based John Harder & Company.
Rep. Cori Bush calls for ambitious action to combat climate change during webinar hosted by UMSL, WUSTL
Last week’s webinar was one of 125 similar events held worldwide as part of a global project called Solve Climate by 2030, led by Bard College in New York.
Accounting alumnus Christian Brown gets his career off to a fast start at KEB
Brown earned his BS in accounting in December and moved immediately into a position as a staff auditor at the firm’s office in downtown St. Louis.
Emily Baize, Ericka Webb and Anthony Harper receive UMSL Hero Award
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 students to present projects during Undergraduate Research Day
Next week, 13 UMSL students will present their research on a variety of subjects from health care-associated infections to fluorescent dyes to AI gravity models.
Pandemic inspires alumna to create ‘Surviving the Frontlines’ journal and planner for nurses
Inspired by overcoming her own struggles during the pandemic, Kevina Cassell created a motivational journal, student planner and vision journal.
Eye on UMSL: Spotlight on history
An exhibition celebrating the St. Louis Mercantile Library’s 175th anniversary opens on Friday at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.
Fox 2 spotlights UMSL archaeology professor’s visit to ancient Egyptian mummy exhibit at Saint Louis Science Center
Anne Austin used infrared light technology to study a tattoo with the wording “Pope Pius” in the “Mummies of the World” exhibit at the Saint Louis Science Center.
UMSL brings child advocacy training to Alaska Native communities with $500,000 DOJ grant
Nine Alaska Native students from the University of Alaska-Fairbanks are receiving instruction in core courses of UMSL’s Child Advocacy Studies program.
UMSL announces new degree in child advocacy studies
The Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development approved the new degree, and students can enroll for the Fall 2021 semester.
Congresswoman Cori Bush to discuss need for action on climate change during April 7 webinar hosted by UMSL, WUSTL
The event titled “Green Recovery, Climate Solutions and a Just Transition” is among 125 being held worldwide as part of a global project called Solve Climate by 2030.
Honors College student Joe Retzer headed to SLU Law with full-tuition scholarship
Retzer became interested in political science after seeing the political personas of Donald Trump and Bernie Sanders during the 2016 presidential election.
UMSL boasts region’s best graduate programs in criminology, public affairs in latest US News rankings
The DNP, part-time MBA and graduate education programs also received high marks in U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 “Best Graduate Schools” rankings.
Fueled by UMSL and the local business community, Anchor Accelerator cohort showcases growth during Demo Day
The Anchor Accelerator works to promote growth for startups with diverse ownership. Each startup founder is awarded $50,000 and an additional $200,000 of in-kind resources.
‘Chalk With Us’ strives to bring awareness of prominent women in history to St. Louis
Approximately 30 students, faculty and staff gathered on campus last week to chalk the names of historical women and their accomplishments across campus.
Eye on UMSL: Spring cycle
Two cyclists glide past the Pierre Laclede Honors College on South Campus at the University of Missouri–St. Louis last week.
Education alumna Kelly Taylor named Hazelwood School District Teacher of the Year
Taylor teaches Honors Biology, Principles of Biomedical Science and AP Environmental Science at Hazelwood West High School.
Alumnus Ronald Montgomery’s new book uses poetry and pictures to say ‘Enough’ about social injustice
The St. Louis native hopes his new book will continue a decades long quest to inspire change.
The next step: Criminology and criminal justice major, who battled drug addiction for years, nears completion of his degree
Kael Maness has worked as a recovery coach and counselor while working toward his bachelor’s degree and plans to pursue a master’s in cybersecurity.
Terry Suhre retiring after more than two decades leading Gallery 210
Suhre took over as director of the gallery in 1996, and since then, he has exhibited the work of nationally renowned artists and addressed social justice issues through art.
Women’s History Month event highlights prominent women in colonial St. Louis
Amanda Clark, the community tours manager for the Missouri Historical Society, presented “Lives on the Edge: St. Louis Colonial Women.”
UMSL launches Costa Rica virtual study abroad program
The four-week program will include immersive cultural activities such as salsa dancing and cooking classes and a discussion about biodiversity, ecotourism and the coffee industry.
Graphic design seniors launch social media campaign, webinar to showcase capstone projects
The seniors created Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn accounts to promote the two-night showcase streamed live on March 12-13. One student was featured each day leading up to the event.
Assistant Professor of Biology Lon Chubiz wins prestigious NSF CAREER award
Chubiz’s research focuses how some bacteria make lipid monolayer membranes and how that helps them adapt to different soil environments.
A Women’s History Month coffee conversation: Getting to know UMSL’s newest dean, Joan Phillips
Phillips assumed her new post as dean of the College of Business Administration this week and participated in Tuesday’s virtual discussion.
Mrs. Missouri America and UMSL graduate Wauneen Rucker fixes her crown to vie for a national title
Rucker, who earned a degree in criminology and criminal justice in 1996, will be competing for the Mrs. America title beginning later this week in Las Vegas.
Eye on UMSL: Second shot
Nursing student Abigail Wiese administered a COVID-19 vaccination to a patient Saturday during a mass vaccination clinic at the Millennium Student Center.
Employers connect with UMSL students digitally at Spring Virtual Career Fair
More than 400 students and alumni attended the event, connecting with representatives from 73 companies in a variety of industries.
Alumna Danielle Ridolfi’s book ‘Slowly But Shirley’ helps kids accept themselves
Ridolfi worked as a psychologist for several years before changing careers to pursue her creative passion as a graphic designer.
Olympic expert Susan Brownell recalls the colorful and disastrous 1904 marathon on ‘Our American Stories’
The professor of anthropology joined the show as a guest on March 4 and discussed not only the marathon but also how the Olympics landed in St. Louis.
Hearing loss doesn’t limit optometry student from improving others’ vision
Riley Liss was born with hearing loss in both ears and received her first pair of hearing aids when she was 6 months old.
College of Optometry recruitment video wins gold in Educational Advertising Awards
The video demonstrates that the College of Optometry provides not only rigorous education but also a supportive environment.
Sam Wheeler, Danielle Faucett and Lauren Obermark receive UMSL Hero Award
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.
Boulevard and UMSL MFA program enter new partnership
Under the partnership, students enrolled in “English 5190: Literary Journal Editing” will read submissions for Boulevard and be credited as editorial assistants.
Missouri Online to expand educational access for students across the state and beyond
The new one-stop resource allows prospective students to view the online offerings of all four University of Missouri System universities on a single website.
Bridge Program honors latest college-bound seniors to complete Express Scripts Saturday Academy
A total of 107 seniors took part in the program, including Pattonville senior Tyler Wright, who served as the master of ceremonies for Saturday’s Award Recognition Ceremony.
UMSL alumna Natalie Sago makes NBA history
Sago, a former college athlete and lifelong basketball fan, was part of the first three-person NBA officiating crew to feature two women.
Political science, history and accounting programs receive top-50 rankings from Study.com
The online education platform weighed factors such as school affordability and accessibility, academic offerings and available supports for students.
Criminology and criminal justice major pursuing her dreams with help of Community College President’s Scholarship
Abby McElroy, a transfer from Lewis and Clark Community College, hopes to attend law school to become a human rights attorney after completing her degree at UMSL.
Women’s History Month kickoff event reveals challenges, triumphs, grace and magic
Overture, a discussion to celebrate and share the experiences of women at UMSL, was held March 1 as the first of many events in observance of Women’s History Month.
Goalkeeper Anton Mukhin informs, encourages with ‘Operation Exercise’ podcast
The podcast offers listeners information about athletic training, kinesiology and nutrition and is available to stream on Spotify.
SWIC transfer student makes a data-driven decision to study computer science at UMSL
Community College President’s Scholarship recipient Rachel Spearing uses creativity to code computer language as she pursues a degree in computer science.
Eye on UMSL: Back to work
Senior nursing student Mydah Choudhry, fresh from finishing a test, went right back to her studies last week in the St. Louis Mercantile Library.
Leroy Moore, Keith Jones share experiences advocating for disability rights in Black History Month event
UMSL’s Succeed Program sponsored the virtual event with two of the co-founders of Krip-Hop Nation.
Bridge Program to celebrate latest college-bound graduates in 35th annual Award Recognition Ceremony
Three-time WNBA MVP and four-time Olympic gold medalist Lisa Leslie will deliver the keynote address at the virtual event scheduled for 10 a.m. on March 6.
‘Operatic superstar’ Denyce Graves discusses pioneer Marian Anderson during virtual event
The renowned soprano discussed Marian Anderson’s outsized contributions to music and the fight for racial equity before giving a virtual masterclass.
UMSL alumnae well represented in Business Journal C-Suite Awards
Stephanie Cernicek, Susan Cutler, Sara Foster and Opal Jones were recognized with 11 other honorees in a special edition of the publication.
UMSL listed 15th nationally in ‘Best Online BSN to DNP Rankings’
The rankings site recognized the UMSL program’s wide range of specialty offerings as well as the flexible pathways to the degree.
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- Nursing, Optometry students team up for mock hypertension exams in Nursing Simulation Lab
- Tanner Reichl and Thanh Ly to study abroad with support of Gilman International Scholarship
- Political science and public policy graduate Ally Davis continuing studies in Accelerated Master’s Program while eyeing law school
- International Business grad Max Hood learned to ‘lean in’ to UMSL opportunities
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- Explore Germany with UMSL alum Franziska Hauptmann
- Education alum Alexis Perez Lane serves as public policy fellow on Capitol Hill
