Nearly 400 professionals attended the half-day “Start with Leadership: Leading for Growth and Innovation” conference last Thursday.
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UMSL partners with FOCUS St. Louis to host regional leadership conference at the Touhill
Nearly 400 professionals attended the half-day “Start with Leadership: Leading for Growth and Innovation” conference last Thursday.
UMSL partners with FOCUS St. Louis to host regional leadership conference at the Touhill
Nearly 400 professionals attended the half-day “Start with Leadership: Leading for Growth and Innovation” conference last Thursday.
UMSL partners with FOCUS St. Louis to host regional leadership conference at the Touhill
Nearly 400 professionals attended the half-day “Start with Leadership: Leading for Growth and Innovation” conference last Thursday.
Sam Brown charts new career path in education through UMSL’s Teach in 12 program
Brown has accepted a full-time position teaching social studies at Hazelwood East High School after earning his teaching certification at UMSL.
Sam Brown charts new career path in education through UMSL’s Teach in 12 program
Brown has accepted a full-time position teaching social studies at Hazelwood East High School after earning his teaching certification at UMSL.
Sam Brown charts new career path in education through UMSL’s Teach in 12 program
Brown has accepted a full-time position teaching social studies at Hazelwood East High School after earning his teaching certification at UMSL.
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.
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UMSL staffers surprise latest collection of Opportunity Scholars
Belleville East senior Jalen Rhodes was among the five select St. Louis-area high school students chosen for full-ride scholarships in next fall’s freshman class.
Eye on UMSL: On Point
Members of the Vocal Point a cappella ensemble performed at a UMSL Jazz Ensemble concert on March 5 in the Lee Theater at the Touhill Performing Arts Center.
HER-Story: 10 mantras from strong women in business
Local professionals offered advice and personal stories during Thursday’s Black Business Student Association HER-Story panel.
Science education PhD student serves as first-ever African American woman on O’Fallon City Council
Gwen Randolph, a Navy veteran and science content specialist for East St. Louis Schools, was appointed to her historic post in August.
Alumnus Devin LaRue’s diverse musical talents on display in debut album ‘Finding Peace’
LaRue wrote, arranged, recorded and produced the album, which features him singing and playing guitar, piano, trombone, euphonium, banjo, accordion and djembe drum.
DNP project empowers ‘psych whisperer’ Anne Thatcher’s large-scale care ambitions
Research with the Behavioral Health Network inspired Thatcher to dedicate herself to excellence both individual care and health systems improvement.
12 quotes to inspire you during Women’s History Month
In celebration of Women’s History Month, the UMSL Daily team reflects on some of our favorite female-driven stories from the past year.
Eye on UMSL: CEEL of approval
Members of the “CEEL Team 1” Academy met on Feb. 26 in the ED Collabitat. The academy is an initiative of the Leadership Academy in Character Education program.
MEd graduate named ‘Newsmaker of the Year’ for bold moves as Decatur superintendent
Paul Fregeau earned his MEd from UMSL in 1994, transitioning from law enforcement to a career in education. He now leads the school district in Illinois.
Engineering major Kyle Baumann’s talents stretch from woodworking to roadways
When Baumann graduates this spring, he’ll be taking his design skills to Jacobs Engineering Group.
Student nurses call for expanded practice on APRN Advocacy in Action day
The nursing students hope to eliminate “leash laws,” which limit the physical area in which nurse practitioners can provide care.
Alumna Nicole Lograsso soars in career at Boeing while earning UMSL MBA
Patience paid off for Lograsso who landed a job for her dream company a few years after earning her BSBA.
Joshua John pursuing computer science degree with aid from NHBZ-UMSL Undergraduate Scholarship
The scholarship has been awarded the past five years with funding from Susan Feigenbaum, professor emeritus of economics, and her husband, Dr. Jay S. Pepose.
Meet homecoming royalty Sydni Jackson and Amanda Vollmer
The royalty winners were announced Saturday during the Dinner and Dance at the Marriott St. Louis Grand Hotel.
Alumna’s editing work hits the big time in ‘Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse’
Media studies graduate Sarah Cole was first assistant editor on the box-office smash, which won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.
Eye on UMSL: Behind the scenes
The Orientation Leader Team huddled for a backstage pep talk Friday before kicking off the Homecoming Lip Sync Competition in the E. Desmond and Mary Ann Lee Theater.
Marcia Chatelain spotlights young women’s experiences in the Great Migration during Black History Month keynote
The associate professor of history and African American studies at Georgetown University presented on Wednesday night at the Millennium Student Center.
Grounds department working to restore UMSL’s natural areas with Missouri Department of Conservation grant
Grounds Supervisor Gregory Ward organized a showcase event and workshop on Feb. 14 on South Campus.
UMSL Night with the St. Louis Blues attracts sizable contingent for night of hockey fun
The second annual event saw around 240 members of the UMSL community gather to watch the Blues score an 8-3 victory.
Third annual UMSL|Hack aims to educate
MBA student and co-founder Mohamed Langi raised $25,000 to cover entry, food and prizes for the three winning teams.
Ask an Expert: Priscilla Dowden-White discusses Margaret Bush Wilson and other overlooked civil rights figures
Dowden-White is currently researching a biography on Wilson, the first African American woman to chair the national board of the NAACP.
Columbia University lecturer William Duggan outlines steps that lead to innovation
Nidec Motor Corporation sponsored Friday’s event in conjunction with UMSL’s Doctor of Business Administration program.
Four stories to celebrate joint engineering’s 25th anniversary
Thanks to joint engineering, Nikia Munson, Jennifer Sommerfeld, Christopher Peoples and Siri Vikan transformed their lives, supported their families and found fulfilling careers.
Economist David Rose’s latest book explains why culture is the key to keeping free market democracies thriving
“Why Culture Matters Most” is Rose’s second book published by Oxford University Press.
UMSL researchers share expertise on local, national radio
Sandra Langeslag appeared on NPR, and Lauren Obermark and Jennifer Siciliani both served as guest panelists on “St. Louis on the Air.”
UMSL Eye Care campaign builds awareness to serve community
A new website, a billboard campaign, window clings and radio spots were designed to highlight the excellent care available.
Panel discussion showcases innovative research from African American faculty members at UMSL
Wilma Calvert, Jerome Morris and Sha-Lai Williams Woodson shared their work as part of “A Conversation on Reframing Health, Education and Family in the Black Community.”
Des Lee Fine Arts Festival attracts students from across the St. Louis region
More than 800 middle school and high school students took part in the festival, split across two days last week at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.
Former homecoming queen reflects on UMSL traditions ahead of 2019’s Rise of the Red and Gold celebration
An influential part of education alumna Candice Belton’s undergraduate experience included a run for homecoming queen in 2003.
Danielle Waedekin getting set for next challenge after dominating on the court and in the classroom
The College of Nursing student was the first player in the volleyball program’s history to be named an Academic All-American.
3 UMSL alumni part of St. Louis Business Journal 40 Under 40 class of 2019
Karen Englert, Shannon Favazza and Christopher Lehmuth are in the select group, which will be honored at an awards dinner Wednesday at the Marriott St. Louis Grand Hotel.
UMSL-tested aiming system hits shelves on new Callaway golf balls
The Triple Track putting system, created in St. Louis and tested at the UMSL College of Optometry, is part of the new Callaway ERC Soft golf balls.
St. Louis artist Damon Davis’ powerful exhibition ‘Negrophilia’ opening Feb. 16 at Galley 210
The collection of mixed media drawings, on display through May 11, are a response to what Davis sees an obsessive fascination with black death in American culture.
RN to BSN program ranked No. 21 by NursingSchoolHub
NursingSchoolHub joins U.S. News & World Report, Value Colleges and Top RN to BSN in recognizing the program’s strength.
Eye on UMSL: Cultural traditions
The first floor hallway of the Provincial House was decorated with the work of students in the Cultural Traditions course, a freshman symposium from the Pierre Laclede Honors College.
Gary Brandes inducted into MMEA Hall of Fame
UMSL’s director of bands was honored with four others on Jan. 25 at the organization’s annual conference.
UMSL students perform with all-collegiate choir at MMEA annual conference
Alayna Epps, Lexi Neal, Theresa Pancella, Sophie Loban, Swabu Jefferson, Keegan Eich, Graham Haven and Nick Bashaw performed Jan. 25 in Osage Beach.
Ask an Expert: Elise Schaller says, ‘Get the shot’
Aches, chills and fever, oh my! The assistant teaching professor of nursing talks influenza in the latest installment of UMSL Daily’s Q&A series.
Dream chasers: Celebrating Black History Month with UMSL stories of persistence and passion
UMSL Daily revisits 10 inspiring alumni and student stories as the university celebrates Black History Month.
New mother Ashley Newton drives rough and studies hard
The senior’s engineering interest in demolition derby blossomed from a childhood love for classic cars.
UMSL alumna celebrates fifth year publishing Gazelle Magazine
Communication graduate Cillah Hall is the founder, publisher and fashion editor of the St. Louis-based women’s magazine.
Professor Emeritus Terry Jones discusses city-county merger proposal with multiple news outlets
The political scientist shared his insights on plans being pushed by Better Together with St. Louis Public Radio, KMOX, FM News Talk and the St. Louis Business Journal.
Minority Student Nurses Association President aims to forge community during term
Janssen Blackmon envisions an environment that broadly supports members’ health, scholastic and professional selves.
Never forget: Scenes from Bob Gummers’ Holocaust Remembrance Day talk
Gummers, a second-generation survivor, shared his family’s story Monday afternoon in the Fireside Lounge.
‘A grand opportunity’: Business student Jenisha McDonald selected as 2019 Katherine Dunham Fellow
A passion for playwriting motivated McDonald to apply for the Arts and Education Council-sponsored fellowship.
Social work professor seeks real-world applications in study of refugee youth
Florian Sichling is interviewing adolescent Syrian and Bosnian immigrants in St. Louis to determine how their experiences might inform policy changes.
Former Tritons golfer Stefaniya Ivanova stepping into her future, starting with job at TD Ameritrade
The December graduate from Russia was a four-time All-GLVC honoree and three-time WGCA All-American Scholar and earned degrees in mathematics and economics.
Semipro soccer star and optometry student nets attention from espnW
U.S. Army commissioned lieutenant Kailey Utley balances school with the sport she previously played as a Division I athlete at West Virginia.
Social work alumna takes seat on St. Louis County Council
Lisa Clancy, formerly the associate director of the UMSL Community Innovation and Action Center, now represents constituents from more than a dozen municipalities.
Undergraduates take first steps toward lifelong connections at Spring Involvement Expo
The event drew approximately 300 undergraduates interested in becoming involved in student organizations.
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