Interdisciplinary studies major turns passion for natural world, sustainability into practical things of beauty

Oct 10, 2016

An active volunteer and teacher in the St. Louis community, Tom Hill plans to hike the Pacific Crest Trail after finishing his long-awaited bachelor’s degree at UMSL this fall.

Anthropologist promotes cultural sensitivity for a diverse aging population

Oct 9, 2016

Margo-Lea Hurwicz recently presented research on health, aging and respect for cultural differences at a national symposium.

Riverfront Times names MFA alumna among this year’s 75 reasons to love St. Louis

Oct 6, 2016

Amy Milton, who earned a graduate degree from UMSL in 2013, made the RFT’s annual Best of St. Louis issue this fall for proving “that nothing is funnier than honesty.”

Experiences while at UMSL helped prepare alumna Andrea Ellis to juggle work, law school

Oct 5, 2016

The 2015 economics graduate has continued her role in the Missouri Army National Guard amid a loaded schedule.

Meet Liz de Laperouse: New Harris Leadership Council volunteer chair, longtime conservation advocate

Oct 5, 2016

Liz de Laperouse, who spent some of her youth in what is now Zimbabwe, brings a worldly perspective to conservation and her new Harris Center role.

Chemistry alumnus shakes up classroom learning environment after unusual academic path

Oct 4, 2016

It took Joe Wilson 20 years to get his PhD in chemistry from UMSL due to a big tech detour, but his journey is paying off as a professor.

Set in the Ozarks, Mary Troy’s new novel follows a protagonist ‘Swimming on Hwy N’

Oct 4, 2016

The professor of English tells a tale of generations, hard-earned wisdom and the tricky intersections of past and present in “Swimming on Hwy N,” her second novel.

Social work grant will be used to open dialogue about racial tensions in St. Louis

Oct 3, 2016

With the aid of programs developed by UMSL faculty member Courtney McDermott, graduate student Christy Horton pursues policy change and racial equity in the St. Louis region.

Education alumna honored at Excellence in Education gala

Oct 3, 2016

Bermuda Elementary kindergarten teacher Kimberly Berry was honored by The St. Louis American Foundation for her outstanding efforts in the Ferguson-Florissant School District.

Twin sisters choose UMSL College of Nursing for reputation, familiarity

Oct 2, 2016

Meagan and Maureen Mohan believe that the UMSL College of Nursing is their best bet for future career preparation, and they’re happy to rely on each other as they start their college journey.

More to mail than stamps: Computer science alumni, now USPS IT pros, earn consecutive promotions

Sep 29, 2016

Edwin Schaeffer, David Ellis and James Vaughn each stepped up to the title of computer programmer/analyst at the USPS St. Louis I/T Solutions Center.

Athletics Q&A with junior volleyball player Danielle Waedekin

Sep 29, 2016

Junior libero Danielle Waedekin has been a welcome addition to the backline of the Tritons volleyball team while pursuing her degree in nursing.

From youngest in program to distinguished alumna: Nursing graduate charts course for the future

Sep 28, 2016

Belma Mahmutovic received the Shirley A. Martin Distinguished Nurse Award at the College of Nursing’s pinning ceremony in August.

Year’s first presidential debate attracts large audience at student center, as across the country

Sep 27, 2016

Students and a few faculty members packed Century Room A at the Millennium Student Center and watched as Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump shared the stage in New York.

Hundreds of students, alumni and employers make countless connections at UMSL Internship & Job Fair

Sep 26, 2016

The event attracted more than 600 UMSL students and alumni – and over 290 recruiters who connected with attendees interested in jobs, internships and other career opportunities.

Louder than words: Glendale couple receives UMSL fundraising award

Sep 25, 2016

Dynamic alumni duo Terry and Stan Freerks were honored with the E. Desmond and Mary Ann Lee Medal for Philanthropy at the annual Founders Dinner Sept. 22.

There’s just one choice: Founders Dinner video highlights campus community and programs

Sep 25, 2016

A video highlighting UMSL’s nine colleges and schools, beautifully diverse campus and vibrant sense of community debuted at the university’s 2016 Founders Dinner.

5 excellent alumni formally recognized at annual event

Sep 25, 2016

The UMSL Alumni Association celebrated five distinguished UMSL alumni at the university’s 25th annual Founders Dinner Sept. 22.

Advanced Credit Program helps incoming freshmen lay a solid foundation, find common ground

Sep 22, 2016

Heather Penrod and Sally Nguyen are two of the more than 100 students among this fall’s freshman class who participated in the UMSL Advanced Credit Program.

PhD student Maribeth Rezey using prestigious fellowship to study decline in child abuse

Sep 21, 2016

She’s among six doctoral students nationwide – two from UMSL – conducting research as part of the Bureau of Justice Statistics Graduate Research Fellowship Program.

Roberta Lavin secures education incentive grant for UMSL College of Nursing

Sep 21, 2016

The university has been tapped to receive a Nursing Education Incentive Grant awarded by the Missouri Department of Higher Education and Missouri Board of Nursing.

Visiting Shakespeareans to teach, perform ‘Richard III’ on campus in October

Sep 21, 2016

Actors From The London Stage will spend six days on campus showing Shakespeare to classes and audiences “like they’ve never seen it before.”

David Klinger discusses immediate aftermath of Tulsa shooting on NPR’s ‘All Things Considered’

Sep 21, 2016

The criminology professor discussed the time gap in Tulsa police officers administering first aid to shooting victim Terence Crutcher.

7 new freshmen set to make the most of UMSL Bridge Program Express Scripts scholarships

Sep 20, 2016

They may still be teenagers, but they’re also future engineers, medical professionals, scientists and anthropologists.

Todd Swanstrom appears on St. Louis Public Radio, discusses challenges facing St. Louis as it tries to transform itself

Sep 20, 2016

The E. Desmond Lee Endowed Professor appeared on “St. Louis on the Air” Tuesday and discussed lessons St. Louis can learn from revitalized industrial cities in Europe.

Just desserts: Ambitious business student opens ice cream parlor

Sep 19, 2016

In his senior year at UMSL, Van Liu will soon open Snow Factory and bring a taste of Thai-style ice cream to the Delmar Loop.

Optometry professor garners top honors for contributions to contact lenses

Sep 19, 2016

Ed Bennett has been ranked among the “30 Most Influential in Contact Lenses” by the national publication Contact Lens Spectrum.

Harris Center’s cemetery bat survey featured on St. Louis Public Radio

Sep 19, 2016

The Whitney R. Harris World Ecology Center at UMSL recently hosted a bat survey at Bellefontaine Cemetery, with high school students and a local reporter joining the activity.

Eye on UMSL: Listening

Sep 18, 2016

Gavin Chuck, managing director of Alarm Will Sound, speaks with UMSL music students at a Seminar in Literature and Pedagogy focused around the idea of listening.

Leonard Johnson applies lessons from MPPA program in different ways around St. Louis

Sep 15, 2016

The alumnus is deputy chief of staff in the city’s Office of the Treasurer and has launched a mentoring program for college-bound high school students.

UMSL chancellor sees exciting days ahead

Sep 14, 2016

His 2016 State of the University Address discussed UMSL’s focus on student success, budget sustainability and firm grounding for the future.

Outstanding faculty, staff service in the spotlight at State of the University event

Sep 14, 2016

A celebration of the UMSL community followed the 2016 State of the University Address given by UMSL Chancellor Tom George on Sept 14.

Students see value in UMSL’s highly ranked International Business program

Sep 13, 2016

The program landed its 14th consecutive top 20 ranking by U.S. News & World Report this week, tying for 17th best in the nation.

US News names UMSL ‘A+ School’ for top 25 percent high school grads

Sep 13, 2016

Data used for the rankings shows 61 percent of UMSL’s 2015 freshman class graduated in the top 25 percent of their high school class.

Niyi Coker’s new musical celebrates Miriam Makeba, brings 40 South African actors to campus

Sep 13, 2016

“Miriam Makeba: Mama Africa the Musical” tells the story of an iconic musician and civil rights activist who advocated against apartheid while performing on the world stage.

Alumna’s award-winning documentary ‘The First Secret City’ to screen at Gallery 210

Sep 13, 2016

Chronicling the local impact of atomic weapons waste from the Manhattan Project and the Cold War, the film will be shown and discussed on campus at 7 p.m. Sept. 14.

Richard Rosenfeld’s National Institute of Justice report continues to garner attention

Sep 12, 2016

The Thomas Jefferson Professor of Criminology and Criminal Justice examined plausible explanations for a spike in homicides in the United States in 2015.

Amber Candela brings productive noise to the classroom, earns Gitner Excellence in Teaching Award

Sep 12, 2016

In her two years so far as an assistant professor of mathematics education, she’s exemplified collaboration and versatility in a sometimes-dreaded subject.

Dave Robertson discusses issues of health in presidential campaigns on KMOX

Sep 12, 2016

The political science chair appeared on the Charlie Brennan Show Monday morning, a day after it was disclosed that Hillary Clinton had been diagnosed with pneumonia.

Stars of the STARS program choose UMSL

Sep 11, 2016

New students Gabrielle Murphy and Christopher Ernst come to UMSL after gaining research experience in the precollegiate STARS program more than a year ago.

Art McCoy opens speaker series, talks leadership, initiative in Jennings

Sep 8, 2016

The distinguished alumnus and local school superintendent presented “Transformational Leadership in Times of Transition” at UMSL on Aug. 31.

Three go-to people named recipients of 2016 Chancellor’s Award for Staff Excellence

Sep 8, 2016

UMSL staff members Shanta Kyles, Mary “Peggy” Birdsong and Sherry Hieken are known for their warmth, excellence and dedication to the campus community.

Economics major discovers her entrepreneurial spirit through scholars and interns program

Sep 7, 2016

Meagan Burwell spent the summer researching the feasibility of kitchen incubator and urban farm development.

An unstoppable force for good: Lynn Staley earns Chancellor’s Award for devotion to students, campus, community

Sep 7, 2016

A Chancellor’s Award comes as no surprise to those who are familiar with her steadfast dedication.

LaunchCode partners with UMSL, provides pathways to programming careers

Sep 7, 2016

LC 101 courses will give UMSL students and local community members tools to jump start a career in technology.

Ferguson seniors share decades of wisdom with UMSL researchers

Sep 6, 2016

Tom Meuser, Sheilah Clarke-Ekong and Jackie Lewis-Harris partnered on the “Elder Voices on Ferguson: Life Story Project.”

Anthropology and Japanese major heads to Tokyo on full scholarship

Sep 6, 2016

Tori Dieckman will spend the next 11 months studying at Waseda University in Japan before returning for her senior year at UMSL.

Eye on UMSL: Relax

Sep 6, 2016

During a break between classes, economics majors Erisa Bushati and Amber Lawrence kick back in their lawn chairs on UMSL’s North Campus.

Chancellor’s Award winner Robert Paul can’t stop asking questions, seeking answers

Sep 5, 2016

The director of the Missouri Institute of Mental Health is a leader in studying the impact health conditions have on deep structures of the brain.

UMSL’s online nursing program garners top US News ranking for graduation rates

Sep 1, 2016

The online RN to BSN program earned the No. 1 spot on the list “10 Online Bachelor’s Programs With the Highest 6-Year Graduation Rates.”