Economics student gets up-close view of Washington interning in Sen. Claire McCaskill’s office

Sep 16, 2017

Graduate student Jordan Lucas gained a better understanding of government and an affinity for Washington’s vibrance through his experience over the summer.

International Business program receives 15th consecutive top 25 ranking

Sep 12, 2017

The program received a No. 24 ranking from U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Colleges” guidebook.

EP release, graduation up next for UMSL violinist and media studies major

Sep 12, 2017

Mario Miles-Turnage’s musical style draws on years of classical training and a knack for exploring what the violin can bring to many different genres.

Business alumni donate $1 million in honor of Dave Ganz

Sep 11, 2017

A group of 143 alumni and friends collaborated for a common goal – recognizing one of UMSL’s most beloved professors.

Meehan Scholarship awarded to 28 students in College of Arts and Sciences

Sep 11, 2017

More than 200 students have benefited from the scholarship since it was established in memory of late political science professor Eugene J. Meehan in 2002.

Nicole Gevers finds harmony between academics, extensive campus involvement

Sep 11, 2017

The civil engineering major and honors student is soaking in all aspects of UMSL campus life.

UMSL Tritons weekly rewind

Sep 11, 2017

Maddy Russell and the UMSL volleyball team (7-1) are off to the program’s best start since 2002 after winning four matches over the weekend at Lindenwood.

Citizen-driven filmmaking at center of upcoming Primm lecture at Missouri History Museum

Sep 11, 2017

Featuring documentary filmmaker Louis Massiah, this year’s James Neal Primm Lecture in History is set for 7 p.m. Sept. 18 at the Missouri History Museum.

St. Louis Business Journal honors 3 UMSL alumni among this year’s Diverse Business Leaders Award recipients

Sep 11, 2017

Eric Madkins, Marcela Manjarrez Hawn and Jason Jan were among 23 individuals, businesses and organizations recognized last week at a luncheon in downtown St. Louis.

Keeta Holmes honored as a top 30 technology leader

Sep 8, 2017

After reading Converge magazine for years, Keeta Holmes can now see her own work recognized in the publication.

Jess Dugan explores power of identity, desire and connection in ‘Every Breath We Drew’

Sep 8, 2017

“Dallas Lying on Bed,” 2012, is one of the photographs included in a new exhibition at UMSL’s Gallery 210.

Gallery Visio exhibit brings design students’ Amsterdam lessons back to St. Louis

Sep 5, 2017

The show features work inspired by two weeks spent exploring the design industry in the Netherlands.

UMSL faculty member, students drum up excitement during Missouri Botanical Garden’s Japanese Festival

Sep 5, 2017

St. Louis Osuwa Taiko drummers (from left) Jack Glennon, Hitomi Salini and Natsuki Kobayashi are all members of the UMSL campus community.

UMSL Tritons weekly rewind

Sep 5, 2017

The fall season got underway with the volleyball team going 3-1 in the Washburn Invitational and women’s soccer going 1-0-1 in North Carolina.

#UMSLproud: The new campaign for that Triton feeling of UMSL awesomeness

Sep 4, 2017

The #UMSLproud campaign calls the campus community to talk to others about UMSL’s people, research and educational successes proudly.

Education alumnus named executive director of Teach for America–St. Louis

Sep 2, 2017

The new position has Warren Morgan, MEd 2009, returning to his “teaching home” to promote educational equity across St. Louis schools.

Honors college matches incoming enrollment record

Sep 1, 2017

More and more students are seeking the small class sizes offered by UMSL’s Pierre Laclede Honors College.

Felesha Clarke first recipient of the Dr. Donald Suggs Scholarship at UMSL

Aug 31, 2017

The freshman was valedictorian of her high school class at Lift for Life Academy and plans to study engineering through the Joint Engineering Program.

Ameren IT hopeful, UMSL computer science major sees new possibilities after returning to school

Aug 29, 2017

Jacob Li went back for a computer science degree despite not having any coding experience. Now he’s an IT intern at Ameren.

10 great UMSL photos from the start of the fall semester

Aug 28, 2017

First week of class a bit of a blur? Not to worry – UMSL’s photographer focused his lens on capturing memorable Triton scenes.

Mechanical engineering students develop working prototypes for the Danforth Center

Aug 28, 2017

These eight designs aren’t just for a grade – they are helping advance scientific research.

Flurry of new students and energy in the spotlight during UMSL’s Move-In Day

Aug 25, 2017

Campus volunteers ensured that the newest members of the Triton community arrived to find a crowd of friendly faces eager to assist.

UMSL grad’s mission at Eat Sandwiches is to ‘feed people good food’

Aug 24, 2017

Byron Smith is the co-owner, operator and chef of Eat Sandwiches, which opened last fall near Tower Grove Park in south St. Louis.

Business college toasts grand opening of Anheuser-Busch Hall

Aug 21, 2017

The new facility features cutting-edge classrooms, faculty offices, conference rooms and first-floor advising areas.

UMSL sees bump in freshman enrollment

Aug 21, 2017

Freshman enrollment at the University of Missouri–St. Louis is up more than 10 percent over last fall.

New students set out on transit-powered quest around St. Louis

Aug 21, 2017

The STL Metro Scavenger Hunt drew a record crowd of participants to the UMSL South MetroLink Station on Saturday afternoon.

Eye on UMSL: Thumbs up

Aug 19, 2017

Throughout Move-In Day, new students and their families arrived on campus to a hearty welcome and many helping hands.

PhD student Eric Vorst examines incivility on social media and its potential impact on political engagement

Aug 19, 2017

Vorst is set to defend his dissertation later this month.

Student leaders offer top picks, expert advice as new semester looms

Aug 18, 2017

Members of the Weeks of Welcome crew share their favorite campus traditions and some words of wisdom.

Fred Fausz bids farewell to his ‘weird office’ full of artifacts, loaning many to National Park Service

Aug 18, 2017

The history professor is retiring this month after 26 years of service at UMSL.

Nursing alumna Lisa Meadows aims for change, one child at a time

Aug 16, 2017

The Nurse of the Year Award winner recently took on a new role as director of St. Louis Children’s Hospital’s Healthy Kids Express program.

Total solar eclipse totally explained: A chat with UMSL astronomer Bruce Wilking

Aug 16, 2017

What is the big deal with this eclipse? Bruce Wilking explains and shares other eclipse phenomena to observe during the Aug. 21 astronomical event.

UMSL sees successful summer session enrollment

Aug 15, 2017

Student headcount and credit hours jumped by 4 percent from the 2016 summer session.

Michael Plumb named new editor-in-chief of The Current

Aug 13, 2017

The MBA student and media studies alumnus aims to increase engagement with the UMSL community.

Eye on UMSL: Dusk

Aug 12, 2017

The sun’s last rays scatter color over the Social Sciences & Business Building Tower, the atrium and the Thomas Jefferson Library on North Campus.

Seeing education open up a world of possibility in his own life keeps Alan Byrd eager to help change things for others

Aug 11, 2017

The UMSL dean of enrollment will be honored next month with an Excellence in Education Award from the St. Louis American Foundation.

Disaster preparedness conference brings nurses and students from across the country to UMSL 

Aug 9, 2017

Real-life case studies, simulations and the importance of self and family care were at the forefront of the population-focused workshop.

Gallery 210 opens 2017-18 season with ‘Jumbled Time’

Aug 8, 2017

“Barista Who Could See the Future” is among the works to be featured in the Gallery 210 show that opens later this month.

Eye on UMSL: Waiting game

Aug 6, 2017

Students will fill the chairs of the Executive Education Room in Anheuser-Busch Hall as soon as Aug. 21.

Sibling squabble inspires innovative tax teaching method

Aug 6, 2017

Runners of all varieties have a thing or two to learn from Michele Meckfessel and her tax research students.

Elizabeth Eckelkamp named UMSL’s first associate provost for student success

Aug 6, 2017

Currently an associate dean in the College of Arts and Sciences, she will step into the new role Aug. 28.

Balancing art, studies and work, Brock Seals adds premiere of 50 Paint Bottles to the mix

Aug 5, 2017

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch recently named the UMSL student among 10 emerging artists who are doing big things in the St. Louis arts scene.

No. 1 in affordability: UMSL garners top ranking in Missouri from Business Insider

Aug 4, 2017

The list compares annual cost and only includes the institutions rated in the top 220 by U.S. News & World Report.

UMSL interns, faculty eager to partner with first Ameren Accelerator cohort

Jul 31, 2017

Seven companies will take part in the 12-week program partially powered by UMSL Accelerate and UM System.

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.

Eye on UMSL: Fall is coming

Jul 30, 2017

Lauren Zhao and other members of the Residential Life and Housing team anticipate the arrival of new on-campus students in a few short weeks.

Interested in med school? UMSL signs articulation agreement with UMHS in St. Kitts

Jul 30, 2017

It creates a recruitment pipeline from UMSL to UMHS, offering qualified students a simplified admission process to the Caribbean medical school.

Dual rankings name UMSL nursing’s online RN to BSN program among best in country

Jul 29, 2017

UMSL is one of only two schools in the state of Missouri to make both lists.

MPPA graduate Cordaryl Patrick working to spur economic development in north St. Louis County

Jul 29, 2017

He serves as the economic recovery coordinator for the St. Louis Economic Development Partnership, aiding businesses in Ferguson, Dellwood and Jennings.

Greg Geisler’s research shows HSAs could provide benefits over 401(k)s

Jul 28, 2017

Misconceptions about health savings accounts may keep employees from reaching financial goals faster.