UMSL Accelerate announces plans for creative arts accelerator at screening of Brian Owens’ holiday special

Dec 13, 2021

UMSL Accelerate and Brian Owens unveiled plans for an UMSL-led creative arts accelerator to help create a thriving arts industry in St. Louis.

UMSL Accelerate announces second Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Accelerator cohort

Dec 10, 2021

The UMSL DEI Accelerator will provide $50,000, mentorship, a business course, paid UMSL student interns and more to the five selected founders.

15 entrepreneurs present startups during UMSL DEI Accelerator Pitch Day for a chance at a $50,000 capital injection

Nov 22, 2021

The founders had only five minutes to present problems, solutions, business plans and more to a panel of judges for a chance to win a $50,000 non-dilutive capital injection.

Eye on UMSL: Arms open to the future

Nov 15, 2021

Professor Marvin Berkowitz opens his arms to the graduating cohort of the Character Education focused Emerging Leaders Academy during an event on Nov. 3.

Gov. Mike Parson speaks at progress tour of $7 million UMSL Nursing Simulation Laboratories expansion, renovation

Nov 3, 2021

The project is designed to address the state’s nursing shortage by increasing UMSL Nursing’s capacity to graduate pre-licensure BSN students by 20%.

Black Futurity Group hosts discussion about social justice

Oct 25, 2021

Nearly two dozen faculty, students and staff attended the event, which focused on ways to support Black students and amplify their voices.

Eye on UMSL: Tribute to a musical great

Oct 25, 2021

The musicians of the Jim Widner Big Band raised their instruments for a tribute to their band’s eponymous founding member, Jim Widner, during a memorial Saturday.

Eye on UMSL: Racing Triton land

Oct 18, 2021

Louie the Triton catches a ride with Chancellor Kristin Sobolik during Saturday’s UMSL Alumni 5k Run & Walk.

UMSL Alumni Association draws over 200 participants in inaugural 5K Run & Walk

Oct 18, 2021

The racers got a unique look at campus with a route devised by Steve Picucci, head coach of the UMSL cross country and track and field teams.

Eye on UMSL: Song and celebration

Oct 11, 2021

The Everybodies band performed with featured vocalist Malena Smith at last week’s University of Missouri–St. Louis Founders Celebration.

‘En Nuestras Palabras’ panel investigates varied experiences of multilingual speakers in US

Oct 11, 2021

Over the course of an hour, the panelists investigated questions of identity, experiences and relationships with Spanish, Portuguese and English language.

Focus on Teaching and Technology Conference brings more than 1,900 educators together online in 20th year

Oct 11, 2021

The conference provides professional development on emerging trends in technology applications in higher education as well as online teaching strategies.

UMSL recognizes distinguished alumni, outstanding young alumni at hybrid Founders Celebration

Oct 8, 2021

The UMSL Alumni Association honored Melanie Adams, Rajiv Banavali, Jennifer Cobbina, Patricia Hendrickson, Amy Hunter and LaVell Monger.

George and Melissa Paz receive Lee Medal in recognition of their philanthropy

Oct 8, 2021

The Pazs were honored Thursday evening during the university’s 30th annual Founders Celebration, sponsored by Express Scripts.

UMSL kicks off LGBTQ+ History Month programming with Outburst talent show

Oct 4, 2021

The event celebrated creative and academic works by UMSL LGBTQ+ students and allies.

Hispanic Heritage Month panel discusses inclusivity in the workforce

Oct 4, 2021

Career Services Coordinator Scottie Floyd moderated the discussion, intended to help students discover strategies to target inclusive workplaces.

UMSL Accelerate kicks off 2nd round of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Accelerator with reception

Oct 4, 2021

Applications for the second DEI Accelerator opened on Sept. 29 and will close on Oct. 29.

Fall Virtual Job Fair sees increased participation and engagement

Sep 24, 2021

More than 400 students and alumni attended the event, connecting with representatives from 111 companies in a variety of industries.

Karl Guenther, Patricia Parker honored at North County Inc.’s 44th annual Leadership Breakfast

Sep 20, 2021

Guenther received an Excellence in Partnership Leadership Award, and Parker received a Diversity & Inclusion Leadership Award.

UMSL faculty and staff members honored with Chancellor’s Awards

Sep 18, 2021

Chancellor Kristin Sobolik presented awards to seven faculty members and three staff members during Tuesday’s Faculty and Staff Recognition Ceremony.

Hybrid Founders event will celebrate contributions to UMSL virtually and in person

Sep 13, 2021

The 2021 Founders Celebration will include a large virtual celebration that will go live on Oct. 7 at 7 p.m. CST and a small in-person one.

UMSL Veterans Center organizes 9/11 memorial

Sep 13, 2021

Students, staff and faculty planted American flags on the Millennium Student Center South Lawn to remember the lives lost 20 years ago.

Students hungry for connection at UMSL Fall Involvement Expo

Sep 7, 2021

Student organizations set up tables in the Millennium Student Center third floor rotunda to recruit new members last Wednesday.

St. Louis Public Radio celebrates 25th anniversary of ‘St. Louis on the Air’

Sep 6, 2021

Since 1996, the show has explored issues and challenges confronting the region and has examined local art, culture and history.

College of Optometry students help treat 103 patients at OneSight Kansas City clinic

Sep 1, 2021

Assistant Clinical Professor Tareq Nabhan and Kristin Doefler, Alisha Musau, Patrick Stifter and Katie Wilhelmus volunteered at the one-day children’s eye clinic.

School of Social Work holds virtual seminar on caring for transgender and nonbinary patients

Aug 30, 2021

Alumni Sarah E. Bruno and Vincent Mazzoccoli educated viewers on up-to-date terminology and ways to provide better care in behavioral health settings.

UMSL-sponsored St. Louis Racial Equity Summit draws over 1,000 registrations in virtual second iteration

Aug 9, 2021

The three 2021 keynote speakers were adrienne maree brown, Angela Davis and Edgar Villanueva, and Shelly Tochluk led the featured workshop.

UMSL Summer Preview Day kicks off recruiting for spring semester, return to in-person events

Aug 2, 2021

The hybrid event started with an in-person session on Friday and will conclude on Tuesday with a virtual event that includes a live chat.

UMSL Succeed and Missouri Historical Society discuss intersection of Black history, disability rights during digital event

Aug 2, 2021

The digital gathering included a discussion on the impact of Black Americans on the disability rights movement.

Educators from across St. Louis take part in IT Career Summit hosted by UMSL

Jul 26, 2021

The three-day summit highlighted the role that K-12 educators can play inspiring students to pursue IT careers and offering them training to be successful.

Eye on UMSL: Convenient care

Jul 16, 2021

The convenience of receiving a COVID-19 vaccination at UMSL brought student Nkazimulo “Kazi” Sibanda to campus last Wednesday.

Associate professor’s role in Shakespeare In the Park production of King Lear is a hometown honor

Jun 18, 2021

Jacqueline Thompson is performing in Shakespeare In The Park’s “King Lear” until June 27.

UMSL community rallies against violence in Tritons Against Anti-Asian Hate campus event

May 14, 2021

The event included panelist discussion on the violence and discrimination against Asian peoples, how it manifested in the past and ways to stop it from continuing.

LGBTQ+ advocate and former UMSL program coordinator returns to celebrate Lavender Graduation

May 14, 2021

Eight students were recognized at the 2021 Lavender Graduation, which celebrates LGBTQ+ students and their achievements, successes and leadership.

Eye on UMSL: Chapter Champions

May 14, 2021

Hazel Erby and Rita Heard Days received Chapter Champion Awards during the African American Alumni Chapter’s annual New Graduate Recognition Ceremony.

Undergraduate Research Symposium moves to digital presentations for individual interaction and examination

May 6, 2021

More than 50 projects were presented by 70 students who were sponsored by about 30 faculty members during last Friday’s symposium.

Mercantile Library celebrates 175 years with an exhibition honoring its place as the oldest library west of the Mississippi

May 6, 2021

“A Nation, A City, & Its First Library: Americana, as a Way of Life at the St. Louis Mercantile Library for 175 Years” kicked off a year of festivities. 

Chancellor Kristin Sobolik unveils ‘Rise Up for St. Louis’ initiative aimed at increasing inclusive prosperity

Apr 30, 2021

Sobolik made the announcement during her livestreamed inaugural event, which included a performance from Golden Globe-winner Andra Day, singing “Rise Up.”

Scholarship event recognizes mentorship and academic and career support in addition to funding

Apr 26, 2021

Students, alumni and business partners gathered virtually for the Scholarship Recognition Luncheon to share the importance of UMSL scholarship programs.

Students find purpose and preparation by participating in UMSL’s Midwest Digital Marketing Conference

Apr 20, 2021

Student support is the driving force behind the largest digital marketing conference in the Midwest, which will be held online April 26-29.

Mirthweek is back, just in time for some springtime fun

Apr 16, 2021

The annual ode to all things fun serves as a both a reward for students and a way to relax.

Rep. Cori Bush calls for ambitious action to combat climate change during webinar hosted by UMSL, WUSTL

Apr 12, 2021

Last week’s webinar was one of 125 similar events held worldwide as part of a global project called Solve Climate by 2030, led by Bard College in New York.

Eye on UMSL: Spotlight on history

Apr 5, 2021

An exhibition celebrating the St. Louis Mercantile Library’s 175th anniversary opens on Friday at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.

Fueled by UMSL and the local business community, DEI Accelerator cohort showcases growth during Demo Day

Mar 29, 2021

The DEI Accelerator works to promote growth for startups with diverse ownership. Each startup founder is awarded $50,000 and an additional $200,000 of in-kind resources.

‘Chalk With Us’ strives to bring awareness of prominent women in history to St. Louis

Mar 29, 2021

Approximately 30 students, faculty and staff gathered on campus last week to chalk the names of historical women and their accomplishments across campus.

Pioneering paths to success: 2021 Trailblazers Awards pays tribute to the spirit of women’s suffrage

Mar 29, 2021

Susan Jones, Shhdwafi Youssef, Nikole Shurn, Laura Kuensting, Anita Manion, Nancy Singer and Danielle Friz all received awards at virtual event held last Wednesday.

Graphic design seniors launch social media campaign, webinar to showcase capstone projects

Mar 19, 2021

The seniors created Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn accounts to promote the two-night showcase streamed live on March 12-13. One student was featured each day leading up to the event.

A Women’s History Month coffee conversation: Getting to know UMSL’s newest dean, Joan Phillips

Mar 19, 2021

Phillips assumed her new post as dean of the College of Business Administration this week and participated in Tuesday’s virtual discussion.

Employers connect with UMSL students digitally at Spring Virtual Career Fair

Mar 15, 2021

More than 400 students and alumni attended the event, connecting with representatives from 73 companies in a variety of industries.

Four takeaways from Amp it Up: Turning Up Women’s Leadership is Good for Business

Mar 15, 2021

Mary Simeoli, Title IX coordinator and Director of Equal Opportunity at Union College, talked about women in the workplace during a virtual event last week.