The group of volunteers through I Care International examined approximately 1,100 patients during the clinics in early March.
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Upcoming UMSL Optometry graduates Alexandra Buffington and Vivien Pham build on shared interest in humanitarian work in Guatemala
The group of volunteers through I Care International examined approximately 1,100 patients during the clinics in early March.
Upcoming UMSL Optometry graduates Alexandra Buffington and Vivien Pham build on shared interest in humanitarian work in Guatemala
The group of volunteers through I Care International examined approximately 1,100 patients during the clinics in early March.
Upcoming UMSL Optometry graduates Alexandra Buffington and Vivien Pham build on shared interest in humanitarian work in Guatemala
The group of volunteers through I Care International examined approximately 1,100 patients during the clinics in early March.
Students improve presentation skills while showcasing breadth of their work at Graduate Research Fair
Students from biology, chemistry, communication, computer science, criminology and criminal justice, English, political science, psychological sciences, and supply chain and analytics took part in the fair.
Students improve presentation skills while showcasing breadth of their work at Graduate Research Fair
Students from biology, chemistry, communication, computer science, criminology and criminal justice, English, political science, psychological sciences, and supply chain and analytics took part in the fair.
Students improve presentation skills while showcasing breadth of their work at Graduate Research Fair
Students from biology, chemistry, communication, computer science, criminology and criminal justice, English, political science, psychological sciences, and supply chain and analytics took part in the fair.
UMSL Alumni Association recognizes 4 leaders at annual Salute to Business Achievement Awards
College of Business Administration alumni Laura Burkemper, Paul Martin, Paul Matteucci and Dale Woods were honored for their impact on UMSL and their success in the business world.
UMSL Alumni Association recognizes 4 leaders at annual Salute to Business Achievement Awards
College of Business Administration alumni Laura Burkemper, Paul Martin, Paul Matteucci and Dale Woods were honored for their impact on UMSL and their success in the business world.
UMSL Alumni Association recognizes 4 leaders at annual Salute to Business Achievement Awards
College of Business Administration alumni Laura Burkemper, Paul Martin, Paul Matteucci and Dale Woods were honored for their impact on UMSL and their success in the business world.
University of Missouri–St. Louis collaborating with Scale AI to strengthen geospatial workforce
A new agreement will support scholarships for GIS students at UMSL and provide learning credit for Scale employees pursuing their GIS Certificates at the university.
University of Missouri–St. Louis collaborating with Scale AI to strengthen geospatial workforce
A new agreement will support scholarships for GIS students at UMSL and provide learning credit for Scale employees pursuing their GIS Certificates at the university.
University of Missouri–St. Louis collaborating with Scale AI to strengthen geospatial workforce
A new agreement will support scholarships for GIS students at UMSL and provide learning credit for Scale employees pursuing their GIS Certificates at the university.
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UMSL student awarded research grant to study molecules
While $1,000 in research funding might not sound like a significant amount, to Hung Nguyen, a senior at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, it’s practically a windfall.
UMSL Veterans Center director talks transition back to civilian life
Ryan Barrett, interim director of the UMSL Veterans Center and a student pursuing a doctoral degree in political science at UMSL, discussed the center on May 28 on “St. Louis on the Air,” a program on St. Louis Public Radio.
New SCORE Scholarship on campus
University of Missouri–St. Louis awarded the inaugural SCORE scholarship May 8 in the amount of $1,000 to marketing and Pierre Laclede Honors College student Sumedha Rao.
Hoag named GLVC Golfer of the Month
Freshman Tayler Hoag of the University of Missouri–St. Louis women’s golf team has been named the Great Lakes Valley Conference Women’s Golf Player of the Month for April, following a vote from the league’s head coaches.
UMSL donors create 19 scholarships; 35 more in the works for next year
University of Missouri–St. Louis students will have 19 new scholarship options to help pay for school this fall thanks to university donors and a program established by Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon and implemented by the University of Missouri System.
UMSL political scientist to discuss US Constitution’s origin at book-signing event
UMSL political scientist David Robertson will discuss and sign copies of his new book at 7 p.m. June 6 in the auditorium of the University City (Mo.) Public Library, 6701 Delmar Blvd.
UMSL historian to be featured on C-SPAN
Adell Patton, associate professor of history at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, will draw on personal observations and years of extensive research as a panelist discussing poverty in America in a segment to be featured on C-SPAN’s history.
UMSL political scientists weigh in on wrapped Missouri legislative session
With the conclusion of the annual session, two University of Missouri–St. Louis political scientists weighed in on the year in state politics and discussed what the future might hold.
UMSL biologist helps shed light on why penguins lost their ability to fly
A team of researchers examined two diving seabird species that still have some ability to fly – the thick-billed murres, which are wing-propelled divers, and the pelagic cormorant, which are foot-propelled divers.
Connection to Hungary spurs scholar’s passion for cultural engagement
Rita Csapó-Sweet grew up a first-generation Hungarian-American. Her parents came to the United States after World War...
UMSL criminologists team up with community leaders to reduce violence
With 24 years of experience in law enforcement, Dan Isom understands the problems facing St. Louis residents.
Abolt named to All-GLVC Men’s Golf Team, joins Atkisson and Smith on list
Freshman David Abolt of the University of Missouri–St. Louis has been named to the All-Great Lakes Valley Conference Men’s Golf Team, as announced by the league office.
UMSL experts discuss what to expect after graduation
Three University of Missouri–St. Louis scholars were recently featured on “Stay Tuned,” a weekly live program that airs on KETC (Channel 9). Keith Womer, dean of the College of Business Administration, Alan Byrd, dean of enrollment services, and Carl Hoagland, the Emerson Electric Endowed Professor of Teaching and Learning, took part in the show “Graduation Season: What’s Next?”
UMSL professor joins advisory group at Peruvian university
Tom McPhail, professor of media studies and chair of the Department of Theatre, Dance and Media Studies at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, has accepted an invitation to join an advisory group at the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru.
UMSL China scholar discusses wage disparity with Bloomberg Businessweek
Of the 20 richest individuals in China, three are self-made female billionaires. But the ranking certainly isn’t a norm. In fact, China has a growing gender pay disparity, which Chinese expert Susan Brownell told Bloomberg Businessweek harkens back to the country’s male-oriented work traditions.
Eye on UMSL: ‘Bass Ostinato’
University of Missouri–St. Louis music students Thomas Winkler (piano), Charles Clements (bass) and Corey Axelson...
UMSL student to earn first Actuarial Studies Certificate
A variety of studies and media outlets agree: the actuarial field is booming even among these tough economic times. A recent analysis put together by CareerCast, a job search portal that says its analysis is a quarter century in the making, states that growth in the actuarial field is set to outpace all other professions. Keeping true to its commitment to prepare students for the changing job market, UMSL now offers a Certificate in Actuarial Studies through the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science. And given the profession’s booming future, it’s perhaps no surprise the first recipient of the certificate, Nicholas Brune, is completing his entire undergraduate curriculum in only three years.
UMSL offers new program in digital media marketing
The College of Business Administration and School of Professional & Continuing Studies at the University of Missouri–St. Louis announced a new program that offers a Certificate in Digital Media Marketing. Courses will begin in June with a curriculum that offers marketers a chance to amplify their skills in the digital world, including social media, web analytics, media buying, mobile marketing and more. This fall, the university will be adding social media marketing to its graduate level curriculum.
UMSL biology student to research great kiskadee bird population in South America
When Serene Darwish made the switch from pre-med to biology she knew it was a better fit, but the move came as a surprise to her family. Now, any lingering doubts have been quashed.
Creative writers to give one last reading as students
A day before they graduate from the University of Missouri–St. Louis with an MFA in creative writing, nine students will read their original works. The semiannual MFA Graduate Reading will begin at 7:30 p.m. May 17 at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center at UMSL. The reading is free and open to the public.
UMSL student says Bridge Program helped in ‘so many ways’
When her mother proposed a program that included Saturday morning classes, Tobi Williams reacted like many high school sophomores.
Media Coverage: April 2013
Media Coverage highlights some of the top coverage, but does not serve as a comprehensive listing. This post will be updated with new highlights throughout the month and beyond.
Passion for technology wins UMSL professor award for innovative teaching
Carl Hoagland is a visionary. As the Emerson Electric Endowed Professor of Teaching and Learning at the University of...
Vicki Sauter wins UM President’s Award for University Citizenship
When Vicki Sauter was 18 years old, her father fell victim to an attempted armed robbery on the street outside her...
Summer camp to immerse students in singing
The College of Fine Arts and Communication at the University of Missouri–St. Louis announces Acappellooza Summer Camp, an a cappella music camp for students in grades 9–12. For four days, from July 16–19 students will be immersed in singing led by some of the world’s most prominent names in a cappella music, including members of the internationally famous Ambassadors of Harmony and Jim Henry, director of choral studies at UMSL.
Improv Shop to feature UMSL chancellor as guest monologist at Touhill
The Improv Shop, featuring guest monologist Tom George, chancellor of the University of Missouri–St. Louis, will bring its improvisational comedy to UMSL. The show will begin at 7:30 p.m. May 15 at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.
UMSL political scientist talks fundraising by career politicians on KMOX
Dave Robertson, Curators’ Teaching Professor of Political Science at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, spoke with the radio station about fundraising by career politicians.
UMSL names new dean of College of Fine Arts and Communication
Jean M.K. Miller has been named dean of the College of Fine Arts and Communication at the University of Missouri–St....
Bob Sundvold introduced as UMSL head men’s basketball coach
Bob Sundvold, a veteran coach with more than 30 years of experience as both a head coach and assistant coach, has been named the head men’s basketball coach at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.
Education dean talks about curriculum changes on KSDK
Carole Basile, dean of the College of Education at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, talked with KSDK (Channel 5) education reporter Sharon Stevens about the changes and how it will affect the way educators are trained.
Reuters quotes UMSL transportation expert on proposed federal funding for upgrades to waterways
Donald Sweeney, associate director of the Center for Transportation Studies at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, was quoted in an article about the proposed improvements and their cost.
UMSL psychologist wins Governor’s Award for Excellence in Education
Described by fellow faculty members as a "teacher's teacher," Ann Steffen is a passionate and committed educator and...
Formula for success: ’50 Years of Great Chemistry’
Joseph Bono graduated from the University of Missouri–St. Louis in 1969 with a bachelor’s degree in chemistry. He shares many of the same memories that others have of UMSL’s early years. So, when he traveled from his home in Virginia last week to attend the reunion, “50 Years of Great Chemistry,” Bono recalled the old clubhouse, classes in the laundromat and the opening of Benton Hall.
UMSL Catholic Newman Center members spend service time at West Virginia farm
While most University of Missouri–St. Louis students spent spring break on icy cold slopes or hot sandy beaches, twenty members of the Catholic Newman Center at UMSL felt called to do otherwise. Nineteen students and Rachelle Simon, the CNC campus minister, chose to spend their break completing community service on Bethlehem Farm.
UMSL’s ITE incubator welcomes E.K.G. Life Science Solutions
E.K.G. Life Science Solutions is the latest tenant to join Innovative Technology Enterprises, an incubator for startup companies at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.
UMSL instructor to share papermaking passion with students
Jessi Cerutti's creative spark was lit early on. The senior lecturer in art at the University of Missouri–St. Louis...
UMSL engineering education bolstered T. Christopher Peoples
The daily commute from his home in north St. Louis to his high school in Kirkwood, Mo., was an opportunity for T....
UMSL alumna Jericah Selby: Future lawyer sets the bar high
Jericah Selby is one for the books, not only for the countless number of hours she spends in the library but also for...
New UMSL partnership empowers individuals with disabilities
Patricia Kopetz is a crusader. She’s a relentless and tireless advocate for the empowerment of individuals with...
Legacy families point to UMSL’s success
Jessica Lake has spent the past seven years at the University of Missouri–St. Louis. The 25-year-old graduate student says UMSL feels like home and for good reason.
Veteran UMSL faculty member discusses a maturing metropolitan university
With time comes perspective, and the 44 years that Terry Jones has worked for the University of Missouri–St. Louis...
UMSL scholars honored by Academy of Science of St. Louis
Two University of Missouri– St. Louis scholars were honored for their innovative work in the sciences by the Academy of Science of St. Louis.
Atkisson claims GLVC men’s golf medal
Junior Joe Atkisson (pictured), of the University of Missouri–St. Louis men’s golf team, claimed medalist honors at the 2013 GLVC Championship on Tuesday, winning a playoff hole against Rockhurst University’s (Kansas City, Mo.) Tanner Buleski at the Otter Creek Country Club in Columbus, Ind.
UMSL team takes 1st in IB Case Competition
Four students from the University of Missouri–St. Louis took home first place in the inaugural UMSL International Business Case Competition April 6.
Kyle Renaud named GLVC Pitcher of the Week for 3rd time
University of Missouri–St. Louis senior Kyle Renaud (pictured) has been named the Great Lakes Valley Conference Pitcher of the Week, as announced on Monday by the league.
Eye on UMSL: Midwest Model European Union
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Tim McLarty earns All-GLVC honors in men’s tennis
Sophomore Tim McLarty of the University of Missouri–St. Louis men’s tennis team has been selected to the All-Great Lakes Valley Conference team, as announced tonight by the league.
Media Coverage: March 2013
The University of Missouri–St. Louis makes a significant impact on the St. Louis area. Stories about the university, its scholars and their expertise are often covered by local and national news media.
Summer STARS program to draw students from across the nation to UMSL
It’s a dream come true for aspiring teenage scientists – the chance to work side-by-side with top scientists and gain hands-on experience within a laboratory research setting.
Louisa Werner, Renee Verboven earn All-GLVC honors in women’s tennis
Junior Louisa Werner and freshman Renee Verboven of the University of Missouri–St. Louis women’s tennis team have been selected to the all-Great Lakes Valley Conference team, as announced tonight by the league.
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