Martin found her passion for humanitarian work while volunteering with UMSL’s chapter of Student Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity last month.
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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.
With tweaked format, Midwest Digital Marketing Conference informs, entertains growing crowds
With an increased attendance of nearly 700 participants, the 13th annual MDMC focused more on offering higher-level roundtables and masterclass sessions as opposed to introductory talks.
With tweaked format, Midwest Digital Marketing Conference informs, entertains growing crowds
With an increased attendance of nearly 700 participants, the 13th annual MDMC focused more on offering higher-level roundtables and masterclass sessions as opposed to introductory talks.
With tweaked format, Midwest Digital Marketing Conference informs, entertains growing crowds
With an increased attendance of nearly 700 participants, the 13th annual MDMC focused more on offering higher-level roundtables and masterclass sessions as opposed to introductory talks.
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.
Summer BSW graduate Joseph Govreau redefines his academic journey at UMSL
After early struggles in the classroom, Govreau found academic success at UMSL and became highly involved on campus with organizations like the Student Social Work Association.
Summer BSW graduate Joseph Govreau redefines his academic journey at UMSL
After early struggles in the classroom, Govreau found academic success at UMSL and became highly involved on campus with organizations like the Student Social Work Association.
Summer BSW graduate Joseph Govreau redefines his academic journey at UMSL
After early struggles in the classroom, Govreau found academic success at UMSL and became highly involved on campus with organizations like the Student Social Work Association.
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Eye on UMSL: Shuttle run
A shuttle bus parked in front of the Provincial House, giving students a chance to disembark or climb aboard, on a recent afternoon on South Campus.
KSDK spotlights Whitney R. Harris World Ecology Center and its contributions to conservation around globe
Anchor Kay Quinn spoke to 2018 PhD graduate Fidy Rasambainarivo about his research on the spread of disease in his native Madagascar during the segment for Friday’s newcast.
Interim Chancellor and UM System President celebrate contributions of UMSL faculty and staff
Kristin Sobolik and Mun Choi bestowed Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence and the President’s Award for Campus Collaboration during the Faculty and Staff Recognition ceremony.
Richard Rosenfeld revisits legacy of 1994 crime bill in new report for Council on Criminal Justice
The Curators’ Distinguished Professor Emeritus wrote the overview leading off a series of papers looking at the impact of the legislation 25 years after it became law.
Interim Chancellor Kristin Sobolik touts UMSL as an ‘institution of opportunity’ in annual address
Members of the campus community gathered at the Touhill to hear Sobolik’s vision for where the university is and is headed in her State of the University Address.
Plenty of cheer at UMSL Night at the Ballpark
Campus photographer August Jennewein captured the fun from before the game through the last Cardinals run at the annual gathering of students, faculty, staff and alumni at Busch Stadium.
National Science Foundation awards Jianli Pan $500K to research edge cloud computing
The assistant professor of computer science is working to develop new technology to enhance the quality of users’ experience with Internet of Things applications and devices.
Alexis Bates explores globe while pursuing UMSL degree
The liberal studies major has become a seasoned international traveler thanks to her participation in four study abroad programs.
Eye on UMSL: ‘Senior Express’
Senior artists Maria D’Agrosa, Amy Firestone Rosen, Mary Moblech, Joanne Stremsterfer, Judy Thompson and Barb Shaffer showed off work they did while auditing a printmaking course.
Capstone course challenges mechanical engineering students to construct working prototypes
The seniors conceived and then built working prototypes – a full body dryer, an articulated cord delivery robot and more – from design briefs.
Doctoral candidate Emma Young aims to communicate science to the public
Young is among 69 finalists who’ll make up the 2020 class of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and Sea Grant John A. Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship Program.
US News ranks international business program in top 25 for 17th straight year
UMSL was also No. 1 in the St. Louis region on the list of Top Performers on Social Mobility in the annual “Best Colleges” rankings.
Meehan Scholarship recipients honored at annual breakfast
The annual scholarship awards $3,000 to junior and senior undergraduate students pursuing degrees in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Eye on UMSL: Toast to tradition
Dean Edward Munn Sanchez toasted the 30th anniversary of the Pierre Laclede Honors College at a gathering of faculty, staff and alumni at Friday’s Drinks with the Deans event.
Engineering celebrates 25 years of transformative education
On Thursday, alumni, administrators and friends filled the Lee Theater in the Touhill Performing Arts Center to mark joint engineering’s silver anniversary.
Two UMSL faculty members granted patents for illuminating the unseen
Faculty members Janet Wilking and Phillip Fraundorf received patents for their respective work in luminescent germanium molecules and comprehensive sound visualization.
Graphic design students to showcase art in Visie Van Amsterdam 5 exhibit in Grand Center
The work on display showcases what the nine students learned during a two-week trip to the Netherlands led by Associate Professor Jennifer McKnight.
Students celebrate new school year with fun, friendship and food
UMSL photographer August Jennewein crisscrossed campus – and a few parts beyond – to capture all the scenes from an eventful start to the fall semester.
UMSL welcomes Japanese students from Chuo University during three-week summer program
A group of 27 freshman students from the university in Tokyo took courses in English and business and made time for sightseeing while in St. Louis.
Eye on UMSL: Evening glamour
The last rays of evening light made for a moment of unexpected beauty in front of the Patient Care Center at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.
Noted ecologist and ornithologist Bob Ricklefs aims to remain involved at UMSL even after retirement
Ricklefs, a member of the National Academy of Sciences, has spent 24 years on the faculty at UMSL and will continue serving as a Curators’ Distinguished Professor Emeritus.
Alumna helps decrease opioid over-prescription with DNP project
Monica Kistler developed opioid prescription guidelines for outpatient gynecological surgery and got statistically significant results.
Hundreds gather to wish Chancellor Tom George and Barbara Harbach well in retirement
Faculty, staff and administrators as well as alumni and friends from across the region – and beyond – attended a reception Friday afternoon in the Touhill’s Terrace Lobby.
Eye on UMSL: In memoriam
A white dove took flight as a few dozen people gathered last week to dedicate a new bench in honor of late alumnus Hubert Hoosman Jr.
UMSL students set to learn about energy sector and entrepreneurship as interns with third Ameren Accelerator
Ameren, in partnership with UMSL Accelerate, the University of Missouri System and Capital Innovators, revealed the six companies that make up the new cohort last week.
‘Underground astronaut’ alumna found her passion at UMSL
After answering an ad from one of paleoanthropology’s stars, K. Lindsay Hunter found herself underground – poised to make the discovery of a lifetime.
St. Louis artist Howard Barry and Chicago photographer Jane Calvin to be featured in exhibitions at Gallery 210
Barry’s exhibition “Inertia” and Calvin’s exhibition “Chicago Cottages” both open on Sept. 14 and will remain on display through Dec. 7.
Jonas Nurse Scholars Initiative prepares doctoral students to be leaders
The current UMSL cohort – Bankole Aluko, Fatemah Choupani, Dale Mathis and Leighia McGhee – hopes to fill gaps in the health care system.
UMSL freshmen set academic records
The incoming class of first-time, full-time freshmen arrives with an average ACT of 24.25 and collective GPA of 3.45.
Eye on UMSL: Serendipity selfie
Freshman Sajjad Ali snapped a shot at Saturday’s Serendipity Sendoff at the University of Missouri-St. Louis.
Get ahead with this advice from UMSL seniors
Learn how to build community and make friends, the most underrated spots on campus and more from four UMSL Ambassadors.
Tom George reflects on time as UMSL chancellor on ‘St. Louis on the Air’
Host Sarah Fenske spoke to George about “the good, the bad and the bittersweet” from his 16-year tenure, which ends Sept. 1.
UMSL community gathers to welcome new students on Move-In Day 2019
Campus photographer August Jennewein was on hand to capture some of the busy but joyous moments as students settled in ahead of the fall semester.
Sociology major Stephanie Daniels leading The Current into its 54th year
Daniels’ passion for writing and journalism is making it easier to manage the extra responsibilities of the editor-in-chief amid an already packed schedule.
Ask an Expert: Bettina Casad studies attitudes that have pushed United Kingdom near Brexit
The associate professor of psychological sciences has surveyed British citizens on feelings toward nationalism, globalization and immigration.
Meet UMSL’s newest faculty members
A total of 29 new full-time faculty members are set to begin the fall semester, and they were on hand for an orientation Monday.
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants honors Steve Moehrle for achievement in accounting education
The Department of Accounting chair is the first UMSL faculty member to receive the award and is only the second Missourian.
New video highlights the experience of students in the Pierre Laclede Honors College
The video includes testimonials from current students and recent graduates who’ve benefited from being part of the honors college community.
UMSL alumnae honored as Most Influential Business Women
The St. Louis Business Journal named Nancy Millsap Hawes and Marcela Manjarrez Hawn to the 2019 class.
GUST students enjoy their summer abroad at UMSL
Abdullah Desouki, Maria Saade and Yousef Abuhayya were three of five students visiting from UMSL’s longtime academic partner in Kuwait.
A 25-year ride: Lieutenant Tom McEwen leads with compassion as UMSL Police Department’s longest-serving member
McEwen has been devoted to maintaining UMSL’s safe learning environment since 1994.
Snapshot: Nursing graduates honored as they step into their careers
The graduation awards and pinning ceremony recognized the accomplishments of the College of Nursing graduates and welcomed them into the profession.
UMSL chemists to receive funding for projects as part of UM System’s $20.5M research investment
Cynthia Dupureur and Alexei Demchenko are leading two of the 19 innovative projects across the system’s four universities that are in line for funding.
UMSL ranked among top 5 criminology and criminal justice master’s programs
CriminalJusticeDegreeHub.com recognized UMSL’s program among the nation’s best after weighing alumni salary, student satisfaction and tuition cost.
College of Education professor builds connections, trains teachers in Kenya
Shea Kerkhoff led professional development workshops on digital literacy and student-centered learning as part of an ongoing project with Going Global, Inc.
International student establishes second home, budding career in St. Louis
After three internships and an influential student experience, Nino Obanor secured a consulting job at Perficient.
Ladue News prominently features UMSL’s Finish Your Degree Scholarship
The weekly paper selected UMSL’s unique degree completion program for Friday’s cover story.
UMSL supply chain ranks in top 15 for quality, affordable master’s programs
Great Value Colleges ranked UMSL among perennial powerhouses for online master’s programs.
Karl Guenther appointed director of UMSL’s Anchor Institution Initiative
Guenther has spent the past eight years working on community engagement and economic development issues at UMSL.
First Jazz Ensemble European tour last act for Jim Widner
The group learned about culture overseas and showcased UMSL’s musical strengths to international audiences while playing in festivals in France and Italy.
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- Honors College welcomes 2025 cohort of five Opportunity Scholars and 20 St. Louis Scholars
- Joint Engineering grad Emmanuel Morgan lands project management role at Nooter/Eriksen
- 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
- Eye on UMSL: Tornado Response Drive
- Explore Germany with UMSL alum Franziska Hauptmann
- Education alum Alexis Perez Lane serves as public policy fellow on Capitol Hill
