College of Education hosts third Future Teacher Leadership Academy for local high school students

Jun 28, 2024

During the free two-week program, students earned college credit, learned professional skills and explored diverse career options.

Natissia Small helping prepare girls for future success as CEO of Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri

May 16, 2024

Small stepped into the role of CEO in April 2023 after nearly 28 years working at UMSL, most recently as vice provost for access, academic support and workforce integration.

Bridge Program honors newest class of college-bound seniors at 38th annual Cigna Saturday Academy Awards Ceremony

Feb 26, 2024

More than 300 area high school students completed the precollegiate program this year. Among them were 81 seniors, who’ve been accepted into more than 120 colleges and universities.

Celebrate UMSL’s 60th anniversary with a journey through the university’s history and a look toward its future

Nov 17, 2023

As the university celebrates its 60th anniversary, we look back at UMSL’s early days and its impact over the years.

Annual Founders Celebration showcases the impact of philanthropy on the UMSL community

Sep 22, 2023

Nearly 300 people attended the event, which served as an opportunity to thank alumni and other donors for their continued support of the university.

UMSL honors exemplary faculty, staff with Chancellor’s Awards at annual State of the University Address

Aug 28, 2023

Chancellor Kristin Sobolik presented awards to more than 20 faculty and staff members Friday.

Transform UMSL initiative supports university equity goals

Jul 27, 2023

The university is engaging with construction and design contractors from local communities most impacted by disinvestment and economic inequities.

CLIMB marks nine years helping area high school students gain lab experience through paid internships

Jul 17, 2023

Eight young women from the Hazelwood, Jennings and University City school districts took part in the six-week program this summer.

Gov. Mike Parson signs budget directing $20 million to Transform UMSL alongside an increase in core funding

Jun 30, 2023

The FY24 funding follows $40 million in ARPA funding the state directed to the university last year to kickstart UMSL’s first steps in realizing its Campus Master Plan.

50 area high school students attend UMSL’s inaugural geospatial summer camp

Jun 26, 2023

The four-day camp provided students with an introduction to geospatial science and gave them a chance to work with GIS tools such as ArcGIS to investigate policy problems.

UMSL’s Advanced Credit Program expands college access for high school students

May 25, 2023

Over 30-plus years, UMSL’s ACP has grown into the largest dual-credit program in the state of Missouri and one of the most successful in the country.

Inaugural cohort celebrates completion of UMSL Emerging Leaders Program

May 1, 2023

A total of 21 faculty and staff members from across campus made up the inaugural cohort and took part in four daylong retreats throughout the academic year.

Bridge Program Saturday Academy celebrates latest group of college-bound graduates during annual Award Recognition and Closing Ceremony

Mar 6, 2023

This year’s senior class features 61 students who’ve combined to be accepted to more than 125 colleges and universities and received scholarship offers totaling more than $7 million.

St. Louis American Foundation honoring UMSL with 2023 Corporate Diversity Award

Feb 13, 2023

The award will be presented at the 21st Annual Salute to Excellence in Business Awards luncheon on Thursday at The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis.

Looking back at an eventful 2022 through stories told in UMSL Daily

Dec 25, 2022

The past 12 months have featured numerous stories of success, innovative teaching and research, and impactful community engagement done by students, faculty, staff and alumni.

Randall Vogan, Channon Peoples and Erin Whitteck receive UMSL Hero Awards

Oct 31, 2022

The award is presented to up to three staff or faculty members each month in recognition of their efforts to transform the lives of UMSL students and the wider community.

UMSL faculty, staff members share expertise at Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities annual conference

Oct 31, 2022

UMSL-led presentations highlighted the Bridge Program, UMSL Accelerate, the St. Louis Anchor Action Network, College of Nursing partnerships and the Geospatial Collaborative.

STARS program celebrates the work of its latest class of aspiring scientists

Jul 25, 2022

A group of 70 high school students from across the St. Louis region and beyond received hands-on training in scientific research through the six-week program.

Eye on UMSL: A new generation of scientists

Jul 25, 2022

High school students participating in the Students and Teachers As Research Scientists program gathered for a group photo in the Science Learning Building.

Gateway Writing Project’s OneCity Stories program teaches high schoolers to use their voices for social change

Jul 18, 2022

The three-week program brought together 11 students from across the St. Louis region to hone their writing and multimedia skills.

College of Education hosts inaugural Future Teacher Leadership Academy for local high school students

Jun 27, 2022

The free two-week program was funded by a $30,000 grant from the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

Cigna Foundation awards $200,000 grant to support Bridge Program’s Saturday Academy

Jun 23, 2022

The Saturday Academy provides courses in mathematics, science and written and oral communication, and 100% of its graduates have matriculated to college since 2003.

Bridge Program celebrates success of its students during 36th Annual Award Recognition Ceremony

Mar 7, 2022

More than 270 students, including 53 seniors, took part in the Bridge Program’s Saturday Academy.

Remembering the top UMSL Daily stories of 2021

Dec 25, 2021

UMSL Daily celebrates some favorite articles of the year and the countless accomplishments and activities of UMSL people.

Staff members highlighting UMSL programs and initiatives in CUMU Learning & Sharing Virtual Series

Nov 8, 2021

D’Andre Braddix, Robin Kimberlin, Will Werner, Karl Guenther, Prima Wagan and Natissia Small are all among the scheduled presenters.

Back to school: Scenes from Move-In Day 2021

Aug 23, 2021

A new class of freshmen brought life to campus last week as they settled into Oak Hall ahead of the fall semester.

CLIMB program internships take students into community gardens to study bees and their behavior

Jul 19, 2021

A total of 10 students from Jennings, Ritenour, Riverview Gardens and University City High Schools took part in the paid summer internship program.

STARS program exposes 36 area high school students to summer of scientific research

Jul 19, 2021

Jim Maher, a professor of biochemistry and molecular biology at the Mayo Clinic, delivered the keynote address last Friday during the program’s virtual confirmation ceremony.

Video: Helping students transition to college, especially first-gen students, helps build an inclusive workforce

Jul 6, 2021

Natissia Small discusses UMSL’s Bridge Program, which helps students in grades 9-12 successfully transition to college.

Bridge Program honors latest college-bound seniors to complete Express Scripts Saturday Academy

Mar 8, 2021

A total of 107 seniors took part in the program, including Pattonville senior Tyler Wright, who served as the master of ceremonies for Saturday’s Award Recognition Ceremony.

Bridge Program to celebrate latest college-bound graduates in 35th annual Award Recognition Ceremony

Mar 1, 2021

Three-time WNBA MVP and four-time Olympic gold medalist Lisa Leslie will deliver the keynote address at the virtual event scheduled for 10 a.m. on March 6.

An unprecedented year: Looking back at 2020 through notable stories in UMSL Daily

Dec 23, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic revealed the resilience of UMSL students, faculty, staff and alumni to find success and make a positive impact despite challenges.

CLIMB program adapts to engage area high school students amid COVID-19 pandemic

Jul 27, 2020

The 14 interns from Jennings and University City have worked remotely researching COVID-19 and the reasons for its outsized impact on the African American community.

UMSL partnering with College Bound, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri to support students

Jun 22, 2020

The new agreements will help College Bound students complete early college credit and offer Big Brother Big Sisters students enhanced supports after they enroll at UMSL.

UMSL Bridge Program’s Summer Academy providing college preparation in virtual format

Jun 3, 2020

Director Channon Peoples and her team will miss seeing students on campus this summer, but the Summer Academy’s online format is allowing them to expand its reach.

Bridge Program celebrates success of Express Scripts Saturday Academy’s latest college-bound graduates

Mar 16, 2020

A crowd of about 1,800 people gathered March 7 for the 34th annual Award Recognition and Closing Ceremony at America’s Center.

Office of Precollegiate Student Services staff member named a FOCUS St. Louis Emerging Leader

Oct 28, 2019

Monica Fleisher hopes the leadership program will help her engage with the St. Louis region’s inner workings.

Students celebrate new school year with fun, friendship and food

Sep 3, 2019

UMSL photographer August Jennewein crisscrossed campus – and a few parts beyond – to capture all the scenes from an eventful start to the fall semester.

Confirmed stars: 88 standout high schoolers complete Students and Teachers as Research Scientists program

Jul 22, 2019

The six-week research experience concluded Friday at UMSL with student presentations and a confirmation ceremony.

More than 1,500 students set to receive degrees during UMSL’s spring commencement ceremonies

May 6, 2019

Alumnae Claire Schenk, Sara Foster and Lisa Yanker are among the featured speakers at six commencement ceremonies May 17-19.

University of Missouri–St. Louis Chancellor Tom George announces retirement  

Mar 21, 2019

Barbara Harbach, George’s wife and the director of the School of Fine and Performing Arts, is also retiring. They have spent 16 years in leadership at the university.

UMSL launches new hub for college access and academic support services

Nov 19, 2018

Assistant Provost Natissia Small is overseeing Student Academic Support Services, which includes the newly created University Tutoring Center in the Millennium Student Center.

Curator Darryl Chatman urges this year’s STARS graduates to continue their scientific pursuits

Jul 23, 2018

Friday’s confirmation ceremony celebrated a group of 82 high school students and seven undergraduate mentors in the E. Desmond and Mary Ann Lee Theatre.

Summer Academy strengthens academic standing of St. Louis youth

Jul 16, 2018

Nearly 300 high school students participated in the four-week UMSL Bridge Program initiative.

Eye on UMSL: Quilting circles

Apr 9, 2018

Local quilting artist Basil Kincaid recently led a McCluer North High School master class at his exhibition “Gates” at UMSL’s Gallery 210.

Paid UMSL internships offer Jennings high school students collegiate research experience

Jul 31, 2017

Meet five of the 13 high school students and learn about their research, internship experience and future hopes and dreams.

UM System President Mun Choi challenges more than 100 young scientists, STARS graduates at UMSL

Jul 25, 2017

He called on graduates of the precollegiate science research program to put their talents toward solutions related to sustainable energy and health care.

From tessellations to forensics, Summer Academy lessons shape St. Louis youth for future success

Jun 30, 2017

Participants say the intensive four-week academy, part of UMSL’s precollegiate Bridge Program, has been well worth the early mornings.

Eye on UMSL: Making the cut

Mar 26, 2017

Lab activities in the new Science Learning Building at UMSL made up part of a recent evening honoring area high school students.

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.