NBCU Academy’s Sandy Sharp delivered the keynote address in front of a packed crowd at Anheuser-Busch Hall.
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International Business Career Conference offers students advice on global careers
NBCU Academy’s Sandy Sharp delivered the keynote address in front of a packed crowd at Anheuser-Busch Hall.
International Business Career Conference offers students advice on global careers
NBCU Academy’s Sandy Sharp delivered the keynote address in front of a packed crowd at Anheuser-Busch Hall.
International Business Career Conference offers students advice on global careers
NBCU Academy’s Sandy Sharp delivered the keynote address in front of a packed crowd at Anheuser-Busch Hall.
Biology alum Chris Hollingsworth contributing to Saint Louis Zoo’s hellbender conservation and care team
Hollingsworth earned his bachelor’s degree in biology from UMSL in December 2023 and first joined the zoo staff as an intern early last year.
Biology alum Chris Hollingsworth contributing to Saint Louis Zoo’s hellbender conservation and care team
Hollingsworth earned his bachelor’s degree in biology from UMSL in December 2023 and first joined the zoo staff as an intern early last year.
Biology alum Chris Hollingsworth contributing to Saint Louis Zoo’s hellbender conservation and care team
Hollingsworth earned his bachelor’s degree in biology from UMSL in December 2023 and first joined the zoo staff as an intern early last year.
MFA alum Serenity Dougherty’s PhD research examines stand-up comedy and audiences
Dougherty is using the relationship between stand-up comedians and the audience as a lens for better understanding the writing process, particularly feedback and revisions.
MFA alum Serenity Dougherty’s PhD research examines stand-up comedy and audiences
Dougherty is using the relationship between stand-up comedians and the audience as a lens for better understanding the writing process, particularly feedback and revisions.
MFA alum Serenity Dougherty’s PhD research examines stand-up comedy and audiences
Dougherty is using the relationship between stand-up comedians and the audience as a lens for better understanding the writing process, particularly feedback and revisions.
DBA grad Jesse Core produces eye-opening large-scale field experiment with Harps Foods
Core, founder of Scarlet Letter Brewing Company, conducted research at Harps Foods locations aimed at finding out if giving emerging brands more shelf space could increase overall sales for the retailer.
DBA grad Jesse Core produces eye-opening large-scale field experiment with Harps Foods
Core, founder of Scarlet Letter Brewing Company, conducted research at Harps Foods locations aimed at finding out if giving emerging brands more shelf space could increase overall sales for the retailer.
DBA grad Jesse Core produces eye-opening large-scale field experiment with Harps Foods
Core, founder of Scarlet Letter Brewing Company, conducted research at Harps Foods locations aimed at finding out if giving emerging brands more shelf space could increase overall sales for the retailer.
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Media Coverage: February 2012
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.
Passover at UMSL
UMSL students, faculty, staff and alumni celebrated Passover with a lunch on April 9 in the university’s Millennium Student Center. Attendees included (from left): Deborah Medintz, an electrical engineering major; Ron Yasbin, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences; Andy Kastner, the Silk Foundation rabbi at the St. Louis Hillel at Washington University in St. Louis; Peggy Cohen, associate provost and academic director of the Center for Teaching and Learning; and Jess Rosner (BS public policy administration 2009), a graduate student in the Master of Public Policy Administration program. The Jewish Student Association hosted the lunch. The photograph was taken by UMSL photographer August Jennewein.
Business alumni to be honored for achievement
Five University of Missouri–St. Louis College of Business Administration alumni will be honored for their business achievement and success during the upcoming 2012 Salute to Business Achievement Awards banquet.
Alumna strolls social media streets from coast to coast
Annie Shields has become a social media maven since graduating from the University of Missouri–St. Louis in 2009 with a degree in sociology, and an undergraduate certificate in gender studies.
Eye on UMSL: Olympic interview
Richard Wright, Curators’ Professor of Criminology and Criminal Justice at UMSL, interviews Susan Brownell, professor...
Trailblazers honored for contributions to women
The five women honored at this year’s Trailblazers Award ceremony March 7 fulfilled the requirement: Women whose extraordinary lives have contributed to the advancement of women. The annual event at the University of Missouri–St. Louis is one of the highlights of Women’s History Month.
International Business Career Conference draws big numbers
More than 250 students from 24 universities in numerous states descended upon the University of Missouri–St. Louis Friday to take part in the fourth annual International Business Career Conference.
Alumnus dazzles on new CD
Last February, Brian Owens was feeling frustrated with his music career and like so many musicians do, he put his thoughts to paper. A year later, those thoughts have been transformed into his new single – “I Just Want to Feel Alright.” It’s on his new CD “Moods and Messages,” which comes out this summer.
Education alumna receives Outstanding Dissertation Award
After 13 years of teaching at a community college, Juliet Scherer has seen students at all points of the learning spectrum. And when she decided to pursue a doctoral degree from the University of Missouri–St. Louis, she knew right away that her dissertation work would revolve around developmental education.
St. Louis American salutes political scientist, 3 alumni as young leaders
Richard Middleton IV was a natural fit for The St. Louis American Foundation’s list of young leaders. The foundation defined its ideal young leader candidates as “committed, accomplished and generous individuals who are making a positive impact in our community.”
Alumnus excels as athlete, succeeds as educator
As a two-sport athlete at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, Grayling Tobias excelled both on the basketball court and baseball field. But it was in the classroom where he found his true passion while earning a bachelor’s degree in secondary education.
Programmers, designers gather at 2012 Global Game Jam
It wasn’t just any weekend. It was two days to create the ultimate video game. More than 100 programmers, artists and designers descended upon the University of Missouri–St. Louis on Jan. 27 for the 2012 Global Game Jam.
Historian to revisit African American social reform
A push for African American social welfare reform began in St. Louis long before the start of the civil rights movement in the late 1950s, according to Priscilla Dowden-White, associate professor of history at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.
St. Louis’ welcome home parade first in nation
An estimated 100,000 people waving American flags, lined Market Street in St. Louis Saturday for the nation’s first...
Alumni named to ’40 Under 40’
When you open the Jan. 27 issue of the St. Louis Business Journal, you may notice a few familiar faces. That’s...
New seminar series to showcase faculty research
The University of Missouri–St. Louis is a public metropolitan research university. And the university’s Public Policy...
UMSL to enshrine 2012 class in sports hall
If this year’s men’s basketball team continues its winning ways, expect comparisons to the 1971-72 team. Thirty years...
Global Game Jam descends on UMSL
Are you a gamer? Programmer? Designer? Or just enjoy creating a virtual world? If so, register now for the 2012 Global...
Novelist’s book among Wall Street Journal’s ‘Best of 2011’
Six months after first hitting bookshelves, John Dalton’s novel “The Inverted Forest” continues to rack up accolades....
Eye on UMSL: Happy New Year
As students graduating from the University of Missouri–St Louis looked to their future at commencement on Dec. 17, we...
Graduate proves it’s never too late to finish degree
Pam Puricelli began her pursuit of a bachelor’s degree at the University of Missouri–St. Louis during the campus’...
Eye on UMSL: Congrats!
Chancellor Tom George congratulates Ann T. Piening McMahon after she received her doctorate in education Dec. 17 at...
4 writers land on 2011 best books list
Four authors with University of Missouri–St. Louis ties penned 2011 releases the St. Louis Post-Dispatch felt worth...
Internship program helps graduate secure career
Jeff Corns walked across the stage during his commencement ceremony at the University of Missouri–St. Louis knowing...
International student finds home at UMSL
Being more than 8,000 miles away from home for more than three years can make anyone home sick. But University of...
‘Hometown kid’ impacts men’s basketball team
Joshua McCoy is “a hometown kid looking to put the team on the map,” according to KSDK (Channel 5). The team is the...
International Business Club celebrates 10 years with students, alumni
More than 65 people gathered last week in the Century Rooms at the Millennium Student Center at the University of...
PricewaterhouseCoopers partner inducted into Accounting Hall of Fame
Steven O. Swyers was inducted into the University of Missouri–St. Louis College of Business Administration’s...
Alumni, faculty receive MSCPA Impact Awards
Three members of the University of Missouri–St. Louis family were honored last week with Impact Awards from the...
Eye on UMSL: Thanksgiving
Stephanie Sivils, director of Gallery Visio, mounts a red ribbon denoting a new donation to the gallery’s exhibit,...
RCGA names UMSL to Greater St. Louis Top 50
Each year, the St. Louis Regional Chamber and Growth Association showcases 50 organizations that, according to St....
4 athletes lead 2012 UMSL Sports Hall of Fame inductees
Four student-athletes, two teams and one distinguished service honoree are among the 2012 inductees to the University...
Chemistry alumnus named emerging pharma leader
Denny Kraichely, BS chemistry 1994, was named one of Pharm Exec’s 2011 Emerging Pharma Leaders. The award recognizes...
Alumnus wins award dubbed ‘Oscars of Teaching’
Eric Cochran, a social studies teacher at Lindbergh High School in south St. Louis County, had no idea he would be the...
CFO: Five chief financial officers and the university that helped them along their way
It’s been a long road for Wayne DeVeydt. Growing up on public assistance with his mother who worked as many as three...
K-5 teacher Emily Jean Smith skates to win in St. Louis roller derby league
Emily Jean Smith is the nicest person you'll ever meet who can knock you down and make you cry for your mommy. She's a...
Staying connected to UMSL has been no risk for retired actuary Joe Vogl
Armed with a passion for mathematics and a Curators Scholarship, Joe Vogl zipped through 120 credit hours in three...
University hits full stride to finish record campaign
You jog a little – around the block mostly. A friend suggests a marathon. Why not, you think. It’ll be a challenge....
From trash picker to president and CEO, Denny Reagan knows the ins and outs of The Muny
Dennis "Denny" Reagan is nothing if not dedicated. He began working at The Muny in 1968 as a summer hire. His role at...
Senior benefits from Vantage CEO’s mentoring
Sometimes good things don't have to come to an end. Many University of Missouri–St. Louis alumni stay connected with...
Beyond Mark Twain: Alumna receives award for Missouri tourism
Megan Rapp’s efforts to promote Hannibal, Mo., as well as the entire state as a tourist destination were recognized...
Alumnus’ film to premiere at Chase Park Plaza
Billy Benner has created his film homage to south St. Louis. The University of Missouri–St. Louis alumnus wrote and...
Anthropology alumnus writes Cardinals rap
It’s Friday, and let’s face it, if you have ties to St. Louis, you’re probably thinking a lot about Game 7 of the...
Alumna shares food fascination with others
Alumna Pattie Tierney, BGS 1977, is an artist, photographer, researcher and retired sales trainer. But it’s her...
Soccer player receives scholarship memorializing hall of famer
Men's soccer freshman Billy Lacy was named as the first recipient of the Pat Hogan Memorial Scholarship on Sunday...
Alumnus sings for millions on ‘Ellen,’ at World Series
Brian Owens has often played to packed clubs around St. Louis. But the singer’s audience has grown lately. By...
Women’s soccer celebrates 30 years
On Jan. 9, 1980, former University of Missouri–St. Louis Director of Athletics Chuck Smith and Women’s Coordinator...
Alumnus rapper works to ‘Make “SMART” Cool’
University of Missouri–St. Louis alumnus Richard Williams is making quite a name for himself as rapper. And that name...
African American alumni chapter turns 25
Twenty five years ago, a group of young alumni at the University of Missouri–St. Louis saw a need to connect with an...
English alumna wins award for literary fiction
Anene Tressler-Hauschultz became a novelist with the release this year of her debut, “Dancing With Gravity.” Now the...
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