Cook assisted with coordinating and communicating events and activities around the 60th anniversary and Transform UMSL as the project management and communications intern.
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MPPA graduate Taylor Cook lands director position at Covenant House after internship in chancellor’s office
Cook assisted with coordinating and communicating events and activities around the 60th anniversary and Transform UMSL as the project management and communications intern.
MPPA graduate Taylor Cook lands director position at Covenant House after internship in chancellor’s office
Cook assisted with coordinating and communicating events and activities around the 60th anniversary and Transform UMSL as the project management and communications intern.
MPPA graduate Taylor Cook lands director position at Covenant House after internship in chancellor’s office
Cook assisted with coordinating and communicating events and activities around the 60th anniversary and Transform UMSL as the project management and communications intern.
Justyce Jedlicka combines science and business knowledge to advocate for food safety at MilliporeSigma
Jedlicka is the North America food and beverage regulatory liaison at MilliporeSigma.
Justyce Jedlicka combines science and business knowledge to advocate for food safety at MilliporeSigma
Jedlicka is the North America food and beverage regulatory liaison at MilliporeSigma.
Justyce Jedlicka combines science and business knowledge to advocate for food safety at MilliporeSigma
Jedlicka is the North America food and beverage regulatory liaison at MilliporeSigma.
Bringing history to life: In partnership with UMSL, the new Living Arts Pathway enlivens lessons at historic Sumner High School
In the new elective museum studies course, students research history, create public exhibits and learn museum and cultural heritage career skills.
Bringing history to life: In partnership with UMSL, the new Living Arts Pathway enlivens lessons at historic Sumner High School
In the new elective museum studies course, students research history, create public exhibits and learn museum and cultural heritage career skills.
Bringing history to life: In partnership with UMSL, the new Living Arts Pathway enlivens lessons at historic Sumner High School
In the new elective museum studies course, students research history, create public exhibits and learn museum and cultural heritage career skills.
Physics graduate Keith Reece finds personal, professional growth conducting comet research
Reece has assisted Professor Erika Gibb and Assistant Professor Mohi Saki with research utilizing the NASA Infrared Telescope Facility.
Physics graduate Keith Reece finds personal, professional growth conducting comet research
Reece has assisted Professor Erika Gibb and Assistant Professor Mohi Saki with research utilizing the NASA Infrared Telescope Facility.
Physics graduate Keith Reece finds personal, professional growth conducting comet research
Reece has assisted Professor Erika Gibb and Assistant Professor Mohi Saki with research utilizing the NASA Infrared Telescope Facility.
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National award comes as pleasant surprise for education alumna
Therese Shain didn’t know until a school assembly that she’d been chosen to receive a Milken Educator Award. She is among 33 honorees nationally in 2019.
UMSL launches new degree programs in computing technology, entrepreneurship
The Missouri Coordinating Board for Higher Education approved a bachelor’s degree in computing technology and a business administration emphasis in entrepreneurship.
Vice Chancellor Paul Herring eyes new goals for University Advancement
Herring spent his first 100 days learning UMSL’s culture, getting to know donors and establishing a vision for the units he oversees.
Education professor James Shuls argues for more flexible teacher salaries on ‘St. Louis on the Air’
The College of Education’s graduate program director of educational leadership and policy studies has been a sought-after expert in the first few months of 2019.
US News & World Report ranks UMSL graduate programs in top 100
The prestigious rankings recognized the strengths of graduate programs in the College of Nursing, School of Social Work and Department of Political Science.
UMSL staffers surprise latest collection of Opportunity Scholars
Belleville East senior Jalen Rhodes was among the five select St. Louis-area high school students chosen for full-ride scholarships in next fall’s freshman class.
Eye on UMSL: On Point
Members of the Vocal Point a cappella ensemble performed at a UMSL Jazz Ensemble concert on March 5 in the Lee Theater at the Touhill Performing Arts Center.
HER-Story: 10 mantras from strong women in business
Local professionals offered advice and personal stories during Thursday’s Black Business Student Association HER-Story panel.
Science education PhD student serves as first-ever African American woman on O’Fallon City Council
Gwen Randolph, a Navy veteran and science content specialist for East St. Louis Schools, was appointed to her historic post in August.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
The softball team finished off its Florida road trip with a 6-2 record, including wins over No. 25 Gannon and No. 14 Grand Valley State.
Alumnus Devin LaRue’s diverse musical talents on display in debut album ‘Finding Peace’
LaRue wrote, arranged, recorded and produced the album, which features him singing and playing guitar, piano, trombone, euphonium, banjo, accordion and djembe drum.
DNP project empowers ‘psych whisperer’ Anne Thatcher’s large-scale care ambitions
Research with the Behavioral Health Network inspired Thatcher to dedicate herself to excellence both individual care and health systems improvement.
12 quotes to inspire you during Women’s History Month
In celebration of Women’s History Month, the UMSL Daily team reflects on some of our favorite female-driven stories from the past year.
Eye on UMSL: CEEL of approval
Members of the “CEEL Team 1” Academy met on Feb. 26 in the ED Collabitat. The academy is an initiative of the Leadership Academy in Character Education program.
MEd graduate named ‘Newsmaker of the Year’ for bold moves as Decatur superintendent
Paul Fregeau earned his MEd from UMSL in 1994, transitioning from law enforcement to a career in education. He now leads the school district in Illinois.
‘Black in St. Louis’ panel discussion tackles region’s future
The Better Together city-county merger proposal, youth success and education were among the topics debated during the event.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
The men’s basketball team topped Maryville to log its first 20-win season since 1990-91. Now, the Tritons’ sights are set on the conference tournament.
Engineering major Kyle Baumann’s talents stretch from woodworking to roadways
When Baumann graduates this spring, he’ll be taking his design skills to Jacobs Engineering Group.
UMSL joins campuses nationwide in effort to be ‘Voter Friendly’
This marked the second time the university received the designation in recognition of its efforts to foster civic engagement among its students.
Student nurses call for expanded practice on APRN Advocacy in Action day
The nursing students hope to eliminate “leash laws,” which limit the physical area in which nurse practitioners can provide care.
Alumna Nicole Lograsso soars in career at Boeing while earning UMSL MBA
Patience paid off for Lograsso who landed a job for her dream company a few years after earning her BSBA.
Joshua John pursuing computer science degree with aid from NHBZ-UMSL Undergraduate Scholarship
The scholarship has been awarded the past five years with funding from Susan Feigenbaum, professor emeritus of economics, and her husband, Dr. Jay S. Pepose.
Meet homecoming royalty Sydni Jackson and Amanda Vollmer
The royalty winners were announced Saturday during the Dinner and Dance at the Marriott St. Louis Grand Hotel.
Alumna’s editing work hits the big time in ‘Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse’
Media studies graduate Sarah Cole was first assistant editor on the box-office smash, which won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.
Rise of the Red & Gold: Snapshots from UMSL Homecoming 2019
The spirited homecoming festivities of 2019 captured by campus photographer August Jennewein demonstrate the extraordinary verve and talent of the UMSL community.
Eye on UMSL: Behind the scenes
The Orientation Leader Team huddled for a backstage pep talk Friday before kicking off the Homecoming Lip Sync Competition in the E. Desmond and Mary Ann Lee Theater.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
Joel Sylven shot a season-low 216 over three rounds to take medalist honors at the Newberry College Invitational last week, the second win of his UMSL career.
Marcia Chatelain spotlights young women’s experiences in the Great Migration during Black History Month keynote
The associate professor of history and African American studies at Georgetown University presented on Wednesday night at the Millennium Student Center.
Grounds department working to restore UMSL’s natural areas with Missouri Department of Conservation grant
Grounds Supervisor Gregory Ward organized a showcase event and workshop on Feb. 14 on South Campus.
UMSL Night with the St. Louis Blues attracts sizable contingent for night of hockey fun
The second annual event saw around 240 members of the UMSL community gather to watch the Blues score an 8-3 victory.
Third annual UMSL|Hack aims to educate
MBA student and co-founder Mohamed Langi raised $25,000 to cover entry, food and prizes for the three winning teams.
Ask an Expert: Priscilla Dowden-White discusses Margaret Bush Wilson and other overlooked civil rights figures
Dowden-White is currently researching a biography on Wilson, the first African American woman to chair the national board of the NAACP.
Columbia University lecturer William Duggan outlines steps that lead to innovation
Nidec Motor Corporation sponsored Friday’s event in conjunction with UMSL’s Doctor of Business Administration program.
Four stories to celebrate joint engineering’s 25th anniversary
Thanks to joint engineering, Nikia Munson, Jennifer Sommerfeld, Christopher Peoples and Siri Vikan transformed their lives, supported their families and found fulfilling careers.
Economist David Rose’s latest book explains why culture is the key to keeping free market democracies thriving
“Why Culture Matters Most” is Rose’s second book published by Oxford University Press.
UMSL researchers share expertise on local, national radio
Sandra Langeslag appeared on NPR, and Lauren Obermark and Jennifer Siciliani both served as guest panelists on “St. Louis on the Air.”
UMSL Eye Care campaign builds awareness to serve community
A new website, a billboard campaign, window clings and radio spots were designed to highlight the excellent care available.
Panel discussion showcases innovative research from African American faculty members at UMSL
Wilma Calvert, Jerome Morris and Sha-Lai Williams Woodson shared their work as part of “A Conversation on Reframing Health, Education and Family in the Black Community.”
Eye on UMSL: Getting their kicks
Members of the women’s soccer team took their game indoors last week for an informal, offseason workout at the Recreation and Wellness Center.
Des Lee Fine Arts Festival attracts students from across the St. Louis region
More than 800 middle school and high school students took part in the festival, split across two days last week at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
UMSL swimmers, including junior Patryk Golinski (above), set 12 school records over three days of competition at the Great Lakes Valley Conference Championships.
Former homecoming queen reflects on UMSL traditions ahead of 2019’s Rise of the Red and Gold celebration
An influential part of education alumna Candice Belton’s undergraduate experience included a run for homecoming queen in 2003.
Danielle Waedekin getting set for next challenge after dominating on the court and in the classroom
The College of Nursing student was the first player in the volleyball program’s history to be named an Academic All-American.
Coach Bob Sundvold discusses basketball team’s hot streak on KFNS Radio
The Tritons, who are off to the program’s best start to a season since 1971-72, return home for the “Pack the Stands” game against Drury on Feb. 21.
3 UMSL alumni part of St. Louis Business Journal 40 Under 40 class of 2019
Karen Englert, Shannon Favazza and Christopher Lehmuth are in the select group, which will be honored at an awards dinner Wednesday at the Marriott St. Louis Grand Hotel.
UMSL-tested aiming system hits shelves on new Callaway golf balls
The Triple Track putting system, created in St. Louis and tested at the UMSL College of Optometry, is part of the new Callaway ERC Soft golf balls.
St. Louis artist Damon Davis’ powerful exhibition ‘Negrophilia’ opening Feb. 16 at Galley 210
The collection of mixed media drawings, on display through May 11, are a response to what Davis sees an obsessive fascination with black death in American culture.
RN to BSN program ranked No. 21 by NursingSchoolHub
NursingSchoolHub joins U.S. News & World Report, Value Colleges and Top RN to BSN in recognizing the program’s strength.
Eye on UMSL: Cultural traditions
The first floor hallway of the Provincial House was decorated with the work of students in the Cultural Traditions course, a freshman symposium from the Pierre Laclede Honors College.
Gary Brandes inducted into MMEA Hall of Fame
UMSL’s director of bands was honored with four others on Jan. 25 at the organization’s annual conference.
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