David Baugher catalogs the unusual St. Louis

Jun 21, 2016

The UMSL alumnus delves deep into the region’s strange and wonderful locales and little-known histories in his latest book.

Digging into the dig: Daniel Pierce talks archaeology summer field school in Excelsior Springs

Jun 20, 2016

The UMSL archaeology instructor offers students hands-on field experience excavating Excelsior Springs, Missouri.

Eye on UMSL: First steps

Jun 16, 2016

Incoming Opportunity Scholars Kyra Chappell, Danielle Friz, Jalen James-Patterson, Madison Koogler and Mickkell Abrams mark their first steps into budding college careers.

Social work alumna walks on the bright side of outpatient care

Jun 15, 2016

Angela Ruppel, MSW 2011, took the plunge and returned to school years later for her master’s degree. Now she uses her social work skills to help Mercy Hospital oncology patients.

Joyful, challenging, fulfilling: The first-year experience through Madison Bick’s eyes

Jun 14, 2016

BSN major Madison Bick concluded her freshman year at UMSL this spring with a 4.0 GPA and two campus awards including “Desk Assistant of the Year” and “Shining Star.”

UMSL professor brings Korean Robin Hood tale to English-speaking audiences

Jun 13, 2016

Minsoo Kang’s English translation of “The Story of Hong Gildong” has garnered national attention from The Washington Post, NPR and newbooksnetwork.com.

American Library Association’s flagship magazine names UMSL alumna’s dissertation among notable ones of 2015

Jun 9, 2016

Stacy Hollins’ dissertation explores “the digital divide” through the experiences of individuals who have little to no access to technological resources.

Newest edition of Litmag showcases campus community’s artistic, literary talents

Jun 8, 2016

Spanning 90-some pages, the student-run literary magazine’s 2016 edition offers up a carefully curated selection of written and visual pieces.

Katelyn Delvaux combines poetry, pop culture in the classroom

Jun 7, 2016

The adjunct English instructor was awarded a National Endowment for the Humanities Summer Institute Fellowship to conduct research that will further enhance her teaching.

Physics star, spring grad headed to Space and Planetary Science doctoral program

Jun 6, 2016

Cameron Nunn will conduct research on black holes as part of her Distinguished Doctoral Fellowship at the University of Arkansas.

Sports, weather and UMSL

Jun 2, 2016

A pair of recently aired TV spots showcase the beauty of the UMSL campus and its collaborative, hard-working community.

Embracing the unexpected, Mattie Lindsey makes switch from health care to beauty industry

Jun 2, 2016

As chief creative officer for Beautiful You, the spring 2016 graduate hopes to apply lessons from UMSL coursework in gender studies and other academic areas to the world of cosmetology.

Eye on UMSL: Bluegrass

Jun 2, 2016

Musical artists Heidi Clare and Ron Thomason return to campus June 14 for a free evening of bluegrass at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.

Gretchen Schisla’s graphic design packs dynamic social impact

Jun 1, 2016

The American Institute of Graphic Arts has recognized Associate Professor of Graphic Design Gretchen Schisla as a 2016 AIGA Design Fellow.

St. Louis veterans join forces with UMSL faculty, students for Telling Project premiere in Grand Center

May 31, 2016

With stories as wide-ranging as the places they’ve served around the world, each participant’s words weave around the others’ in fascinating and moving ways.

Research, research, research: 8 undergraduate projects underway at UMSL

May 26, 2016

Alzheimer’s Disease, stone lithography and plant hormones are just a few of the research topics that undergraduate students are tackling this year.

Eye on UMSL: Lazy afternoon

May 26, 2016

Temperatures climbed toward summer on a recent, peaceful Tuesday on UMSL’s North Campus.

Honors graduate heads to law school on full-tuition scholarship

May 25, 2016

Born in Bangladesh, Nousheen “Bri” Ehsan has developed a particular passion for immigration law, which she hopes to one day practice in St. Louis.

Still standing: Nursing professor with cancer carries on teaching, inspires students

May 24, 2016

Mike Bovier didn’t miss giving a single lecture of his Adult Health 1 class, which saw him through a tough semester, surgery and chemotherapy. His students say they’ll never forget him.

UMSL writers, high school students look to break down borders with new summer writing camp

May 24, 2016

The two-week experience is a chance for young St. Louis writers to hone their skills, read each other’s work and create their own literary zine.

UMSL’s Jim Henry wins national music award

May 23, 2016

Together with the three other members of Crossroads Quartet, the associate professor will travel to the nation’s capital in June to perform and accept the award.

On comedy, corn and common sense: Mirthweek conversations with Bo Burnham and Nick Offerman

May 23, 2016

Nick Offerman and Bo Burnham played to an enthusiastic, sold-out crowd at UMSL this spring during the university’s annual Mirthweek celebration.

Renowned counseling professor named fellow by American Counseling Association

May 23, 2016

R. Rocco Cottone received the prestigious award for his work in bringing social constructivist theory to modern counseling practice.

The St. Louis Mercantile Library: 170 years and counting

May 19, 2016

It’s been 18 years since the Mercantile relocated to the UMSL campus, where it continues to serve scholars, library members, students, faculty and the general public.

Eye on UMSL: Towering Louie

May 19, 2016

The friendly UMSL Tritons mascot recently was spotted at the summit of the Social Sciences & Business Building Tower on North Campus.

There from the beginning: Biz wiz, Alumni Association president gets new inclusive membership model rolling

May 18, 2016

Kirk Richter assumed the UMSL Alumni Association presidency in July 2015. His new role coincides with the rollout of the association’s non-dues-paying membership model.

UMSL optometrist offers new contact lens technology for all eye shapes, sizes

May 18, 2016

EyePrintPRO is a contact lens designed to match the exact contours of the individual eye, making contact lenses an option for those with irregularly shaped corneas.

Graduating senior reflects on 7 things she’ll miss most about UMSL

May 18, 2016

From student discounts to unexpected pianos to rigorous classes, Lingru Kong shares what she’s enjoyed most during her time on campus.

UMSL alumni bring renewable ‘energy highway’ to Midwest

May 17, 2016

John Waterhouse and Kasey Woods are two of the three project managers overseeing construction of a 385-mile, high-voltage power line coming to the region.

Aspiring detective connects community with criminal justice

May 17, 2016

Building on a college career marked by service, graduating senior Jessica Ploss hopes to become a federal agent and assist families affected by crime.

In her own words: Navy pilot turned accounting professor talks aviation, teaching

May 17, 2016

Before she joined the accounting faculty at UMSL, Michele Meckfessel was a commander in the U.S. Navy, which frequently deployed her for counter drug operations.

NSLS chapter celebrates student inductees, honors faculty and staff

May 17, 2016

Student members of the National Society of Leadership and Success honored faculty, staff and each other during the UMSL chapter’s recent induction ceremony.

Spring grad Eric’el Johnson blazes trails at UMSL, builds bright future at Boeing

May 16, 2016

With last weekend’s commencement celebration behind her, the electrical engineering major, Opportunity Scholar and UMSL Ambassador now heads to Boeing.

Brains. Shoes. Choices. Cameron Roark excels at UMSL

May 16, 2016

The graduating senior is a two-term president of the Student Government Association, criminology and criminal justice major, mentor and frequent user of Dr. Seuss quotes.

Amy Hunter promotes understanding, peace through courage and activism

May 16, 2016

Amy Hunter fights for equality in St. Louis and beyond while pursuing a doctorate in social justice.

Love for Syria, children’s health inspires pre-med student Alaa Kuziez

May 12, 2016

After fleeing her home country’s civil war while in high school, Alaa Kuziez landed in Missouri and faced big decisions in a totally new place.

Five baseball players named All-GLVC, McGuire and Simokaitis on First Team

May 12, 2016

UMSL finished the 2016 campaign with a 29-21 overall record, including an 11-17 GLVC mark.

Gordmans CEO chose UMSL for accounting program, outstanding value

May 11, 2016

Accounting alumnus Andrew Hall became president and chief executive officer of Gordmans, an Omaha-based apparel and home décor chain, in August 2014.

St. Louis Public Radio named recipient of Peabody Award for ‘One Year in Ferguson’

May 11, 2016

The wide-ranging, interactive piece weaves together dozens of photographs and voices collected in the days, nights and months that followed the shooting of Michael Brown.

Gratitude for campus leaders, student organizations in the spotlight at Student Leadership Awards

May 10, 2016

A total of 20 awards were given in recognition of individual UMSL students, faculty and staff members, and student organizations.

Political science professor explores modern warfare in new book

May 10, 2016

J. Martin Rochester’s latest book explores how the laws of combat must adapt to an always-changing battlefield.

Eye on UMSL: Finals week

May 10, 2016

Alysa Kaiser, Lindsey Smith and Cody Barton study for exams in a packed Thomas Jefferson Library, which is open later in the evening during finals week.

UMSL region’s first and only NSA, DHS designated ‘Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education’

May 9, 2016

The honor comes just two years after the formation of the UMSL Cybersecurity Program, and only one other institution in Missouri holds the distinction.

UMSL celebrates spring 2016 graduates, with nearly 1,600 students finishing their degrees

May 9, 2016

Graduating students will gather with family, friends and the campus community for commencement exercises set to take place May 14 and 15.

Optometry student wins first place InfantSEE Scholarship, gains extensive externship experience

May 5, 2016

Shelby Baugh Bruner’s advocacy for infant vision examinations won her the first place InfantSEE Scholarship, which she’ll use to fund externships beyond those she will do in St. Louis.

Student leader named 2016 Newman Civic Fellow

May 4, 2016

Campus Compact has recognized Dan Mueller’s years of community service and honored him with the 2016 Newman Civic Fellows Award.

Local students head to Maryland for National History Day finals

May 4, 2016

For UMSL’s Peter Acsay, who coordinates the St. Louis regional contest each year, it’s gratifying to see young people doing the kinds of things professional historians do.

Eye on UMSL: Simply sublime

May 3, 2016

A harpist performs during “Sweet Swan of Avon” at the Touhill, presented on the 400th anniversary of the death of William Shakespeare.

St. Louis Public Radio team earns kudos, regional awards

May 2, 2016

The station announced the top marks in late April, highlighting awards and high praise in a wide variety of categories.

UMSL Tritons weekly rewind

May 2, 2016

Men’s tennis advanced to the semifinals of the GLVC Tournament with a 5-3 win over Lewis in the quarterfinals. The team awaits word on a possible NCAA Division II tournament berth.