Recci has worked with several local organizations, including the St. Louis Sports Commission, Grand Center Arts District and Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
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UMSL alum Angel Recci heading up St. Louis’ Telemundo station
Recci has worked with several local organizations, including the St. Louis Sports Commission, Grand Center Arts District and Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
UMSL alum Angel Recci heading up St. Louis’ Telemundo station
Recci has worked with several local organizations, including the St. Louis Sports Commission, Grand Center Arts District and Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
UMSL alum Angel Recci heading up St. Louis’ Telemundo station
Recci has worked with several local organizations, including the St. Louis Sports Commission, Grand Center Arts District and Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
Sen. Kit Bond leaves behind legacy championing international education at UMSL
He established the Bond International Scholars program in 2018, and it has provided study abroad scholarships to dozens of UMSL and MU students since.
Sen. Kit Bond leaves behind legacy championing international education at UMSL
He established the Bond International Scholars program in 2018, and it has provided study abroad scholarships to dozens of UMSL and MU students since.
Sen. Kit Bond leaves behind legacy championing international education at UMSL
He established the Bond International Scholars program in 2018, and it has provided study abroad scholarships to dozens of UMSL and MU students since.
Sociology graduate Sophie Heinz taking part in commencement 21 years after her father missed his opportunity because of military service
Steve Heinz earned his MPPA from UMSL while stationed at Fort Leonard Wood but was deployed to Iraq before he could attend his graduation in 2004.
Sociology graduate Sophie Heinz taking part in commencement 21 years after her father missed his opportunity because of military service
Steve Heinz earned his MPPA from UMSL while stationed at Fort Leonard Wood but was deployed to Iraq before he could attend his graduation in 2004.
Sociology graduate Sophie Heinz taking part in commencement 21 years after her father missed his opportunity because of military service
Steve Heinz earned his MPPA from UMSL while stationed at Fort Leonard Wood but was deployed to Iraq before he could attend his graduation in 2004.
Music education major Jake Philipak finds his passion, place at UMSL
Philipak decided to pursue his love of music after first starting college as a physics major at Missouri S&T.
Music education major Jake Philipak finds his passion, place at UMSL
Philipak decided to pursue his love of music after first starting college as a physics major at Missouri S&T.
Music education major Jake Philipak finds his passion, place at UMSL
Philipak decided to pursue his love of music after first starting college as a physics major at Missouri S&T.
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The conference was a joint effort of the computer science and information systems departments and showcased the university as a hub of cybersecurity education.
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Students admire the fall colors as they peer out the windows of the Executive Education Room at Anheuser-Busch Hall on a bright November day.
Graduating senior draws on language skills at Latino outreach center, aims to practice family law
When Kim Castizo crosses the commencement stage next month, she’ll be making both her mother and her son, Daniel, especially proud.
Whitney and Anna Harris Conservation Forum brings lessons on environmental justice
The event featured varied perspectives on the topic and attracted an audience of about 300 people last Thursday at the Saint Louis Zoo.
Richard Rosenfeld to receive Sutherland Award from the American Society of Criminology
The award is a way to recognize the Founders Professor for a career’s worth of contributions to the field.
Ask an Expert: Mary Lacity talks blockchains beyond Bitcoin
In this Q&A series, UMSL Daily connects with subject-matter experts from across the university on newsworthy topics.
Studio art alumnus opens furniture showroom in Maplewood, reflects on earning UMSL degree
The accommodating way in which an art professor at UMSL responded to Martin Goebel’s questions more than a decade ago made a big difference for the St. Louis native.
Bill Clinton visits Girls Inc. STEM program grown with UMSL help
Keith Miller and Amber Bell-Christian helped develop the initiative that the former president made an appearance at last week.
UMSL, STLCC partnership aims to help meet the need for more STEM teachers
An agreement between the two institutions will expand the reach of UMSL’s We Teach MO STEM education program.
Students organize first Finance Career Conference to bridge industry, academia
By networking with alumni and regional financiers, students received an inside view of the profession.
A record 9 UMSL people named to ‘30 Leaders in their Thirties’
Eight alumni and a staff member of the University of Missouri–St. Louis made up nearly a third of this year’s recipients of the North County Inc. award.
Senior Scholars Program aims for a more intergenerational, age-friendly university community
Several of the first people to be accepted into the pilot, set to launch at the start of the spring 2018 semester, discuss their interest in the program.
Eye on UMSL: Moral musings
Educators traveled to St. Louis from nearly every continent this week for the 43rd Association for Moral Education Annual Conference, hosted by UMSL.
New UMSL conductor Darwin Aquino and student musicians anticipate debut performance
Aquino discusses the Nov. 8 concert, his excitement about the music department and his personal journey from the Dominican Republic to St. Louis.
Ameren Accelerator partners empower energy startups during inaugural cohort
Seven energy startups pitched their technologies and solutions during Ameren Accelerator Demo Day Oct. 26.
Education professor’s TEDx Talk on grief offers framework to reconcile American tragedies
After losing a daughter, Theresa Coble learned that embracing grief is necessary to heal. She said the same applies on a national scale.
UMSL NOW initiative expands night, online, weekend class options
The new endeavor, launching this spring, will also focus on bolstering support services for students and faculty already engaged in flexible scheduling options.
Alumna Liesl Christman puts design expertise to work helping fellow citizens grapple with World War I
A graduate of UMSL’s graphic design program, Liesl Christman works for the National World War I Museum and Memorial in Kansas City, Missouri.
UMSL criminologists win prize for article examining rise in mass incarceration in US
Michael Campbell, Matt Vogel and Joshua Williams are set to receive the American Society of Criminology’s 2017 Outstanding Article Award.
Association recognizes up-and-coming UMSL fundraiser Jarel Loveless
The associate director of development will receive an Outstanding Young Professional Award in November.
Unassuming but vibrant Paul Artspace, founded by UMSL professor, draws residents from St. Louis and around the world
Ever since grad school, Michael Behle had hoped to create some kind of artist collective if he ever got the chance.
New ranking shows UMSL tops among Missouri schools offering need-based financial aid to upperclassmen
The university has taken proactive measures to help ensure students have the financial support they need to finish their degrees.
U.S. Bank awards UMSL students cybersecurity scholarships
David Autry, Alan Alyas and Vii Bishop are the first recipients of the new scholarship.
Don’t miss Mercantile Library’s ‘OK, I’ll Do It Myself’ exhibit and other must-see shows
Dale Evans’ scruffy boots and other memorabilia relating to the film and TV star are among 144 items on display through Sunday.
The biggest competitive advantage: UMSL interns embrace opportunities in first Ameren Accelerator cohort
Ten students are enjoying the benefits of the innovative program while working with the seven participating companies.
David Klinger talks to St. Louis Public Radio about how better tactics can help reduce police shootings
The UMSL criminologist says some officers haven’t been trained well and others don’t always adhere to their training or might need a refresher.
DOE awards UMSL $2.6M grant to bolster English language educators across Missouri
The grant will increase TESOL-certified K-12 teachers and train administrators and parents in best practices after an influx of refugees to the state.
Mural adds finishing touch to reimagined Office of Student Involvement
The space is even more inviting now that eye-catching, UMSL-themed artwork fills one whole wall.
Criminology alumni making impact in civilian roles in St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department
Will Werner, Sherri Schaefer and Emily Blackburn support commissioned officers through their work in planning, application development and crime analysis, respectively.
Cybersecurity program obtains $493,000 in NSA-funded grants to elevate curriculum, lab infrastructure
The two grants will fund lab infrastructures, enhance equipment and advance curricula.
Optometry offers Alex Gada a second chance at a career she loves
The third-year student’s love of learning and passion for helping people made returning to school later in life worth all the effort.
Dave Robertson discusses history of the 25th Amendment and its application on KMOX
The political science chair appeared on The Charlie Brennan Show on Friday.
Todrick Hall brings song, dance and good conversation to UMSL – plus a Beyoncé-inspired acrostic
The prominent entertainer and YouTuber visited campus this week as part of the Office of Student Involvement’s Speaker Series.
Chancellor trumpets UMSL’s global contributions to ecology through Harris Center in op-ed
The St. Louis Post-Dispatch published Tom George’s guest column on its website on Oct. 10.
Lasting UMSL connections inspire lifetime of giving for Kirk and Maureen Richter
UMSL awarded the 2017 E. Desmond and Mary Ann Lee Medal for Philanthropy to Kirk and Maureen Richter.
Information systems professors offer recommendations on next steps following the Equifax data breach
Shaji Khan and Maurice Dawson appeared on St. Louis Public Radio | 90.7 KWMU Monday to discuss cybersecurity issues.
Seeing a brother through treatment, hospital volunteering and vascular research make up the Saffafs’ pre-med experience
Omar, Alaa and Khalid Saffaf volunteer at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, where Omar received treatment and where they were inspired to pursue medical careers.
Student volunteers contribute 175 service hours to Great Rivers Greenway project during The Big Event
A crew of 43 Tritons planted a bioswale with native plants, removed invasive honeysuckle and conducted litter pickup during the Sept. 23 event.
Visiting scholar offers look at historian’s craft in action, connections to science and policy
Dan Bender will connect with students, faculty and community members this week during his College of Arts and Sciences grant-funded visit.
Mercantile Library’s new ‘Headlines of History’ exhibition draws on vast newspaper collection, takes visitors back in time
St. Louis’ rich journalistic legacy is at the center of the wide-ranging show, which is free and open to the public beginning Oct. 9.
6 outstanding UMSL alumni in the spotlight at Founders Dinner
This year’s honorees include Rita Swiener, Joe Stieven, Brian Owens, Sandra Marks, Gary Jacob and Antionette Carroll.
See 34 Shakespeare plays all at once at UMSL’s Gallery FAB
Dan Younger’s “Julius Caesar” is among a set of wide-ranging visual interpretations on display through Oct. 12 in the Fine Arts Building.
UMSL makes national ‘30 Best Secondary Education Degrees for 2017’ list
Focus on field work, outstanding faculty and strong student support placed the College of Education’s program at No. 22 on the list.
Keith Stine honored with St. Louis Award for his contributions to profession of chemistry
The St. Louis Section of the American Chemical Society recognized the UMSL professor at a banquet Friday night at Glen Echo Country Club.
Meet the newest UMSL Bridge Program Express Scripts Scholars
Five more local teens are now benefiting from UMSL scholarships made possible through a partnership of Express Scripts and the university’s Bridge Program.
Alumna continues family tradition as ‘Jeopardy!’ contestant
Mary Grace Buckley will test her trivia knowledge on an episode of “Jeopardy!” that airs later this month.
UMSL, MU awarded $1.8M to train social workers for vulnerable, underserved areas
The federal money will provide a total of 120 master’s students training in integrated behavioral health agencies across the state of Missouri.
UMSL’s chancellor sees the glass as more than half full
A strong freshman class and balanced budget are two things Tom George highlighted in his annual State of the University Address.
Physics Professor Bob Henson’s 50 years of service to UMSL recognized on campus, in Post-Dispatch
Chancellor Tom George presented him with a photo collage of UMSL images in recognition of his long tenure at Wednesday’s State of the University Address.
Faculty, staff members recognized for exceptional teaching, research and service to UMSL
Chancellor Tom George presented the 2017 Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence during the State of the University Address.
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