Undergraduates take first steps toward lifelong connections at Spring Involvement Expo

Jan 25, 2019

The event drew approximately 300 undergraduates interested in becoming involved in student organizations.

UMSL volunteers deliver 373 service hours on MLK Day of Service

Jan 22, 2019

The 11th annual event attracted 119 volunteers who served at eight locations across the St. Louis region.

Three honored with scholarships at Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Observance

Jan 22, 2019

Lucy Grimshaw, Whytney Clay and Victoria Franklin received the scholarship for their academic work and community involvement.

100 Black Men honors Assistant Professor Sheila Grigsby with a Pillar Award

Dec 12, 2018

The nonprofit 100 Black Men of Metropolitan St. Louis awarded its Pillar Award for Health and Wellness to the College of Nursing faculty member during its annual gala.

11 student business ideas selected for first Entrepreneur Quest Student Accelerator cohort

Dec 10, 2018

The first cohort drew 37 applications from students in six UMSL colleges and schools.

UMSL to award more than 1,100 degrees during fall commencement

Dec 10, 2018

Grammy Award-winning soprano opera singer Christine Brewer will join poet Paul Thiel and educator Richard Jung in receiving honorary degrees, and alumna Sheila Burkett is slated to speak.

Former US Sen. Kit Bond establishes international scholars program at MU, UMSL

Dec 6, 2018

The new program is funding $5,000 study abroad scholarships for an initial cohort that includes five students from each of the two universities.

Retired Emerson president provides insights on charting a successful career path

Dec 3, 2018

Edward Monser emphasized the importance of honesty in his CEO Speaker Series address last Wednesday at the Millennium Student Center.

Child hackers encourage ethical use of skills at UMSL’s STLCyberCon

Nov 19, 2018

Brothers Ittai and Reuben Paul presented the keynote address at the annual cybersecurity conference.

Eye on UMSL: How can I apply?

Nov 19, 2018

Enrollment advisor Anna Smith (seated) and student recruitment specialist Austin Culbertson (at right) speak to two prospective transfer students on Saturday during UMSL Day.

UMSL-hosted summit highlights researchers working to combat some of society’s biggest challenges

Nov 16, 2018

The summit brought together faculty researchers in behavioral and social sciences from across the University of Missouri System.

Eye on UMSL: Type and tea

Nov 12, 2018

Assistant Teaching Professor Hiroko Yoshii led UMSL students in a Japanese calligraphy lesson Friday as part of a Japan-America Student Association event.

UMSL Piano Studio collaborates with MADCO 2 for ‘Remembering Debussy’ show

Nov 12, 2018

Fall recital combines music, dance and artwork to celebrate the legacy of French composer Claude Debussy.

UMSL helps transform lives with fifth annual Transgender Spectrum Conference

Nov 12, 2018

Black Lives Matter Canada cofounder Janaya Khan served as the keynote speaker for the fifth annual conference, held Friday and Saturday at the J.C. Penney Conference Center.

Gabby Douglas discusses Olympic distinction, disappointments in UMSL address

Nov 12, 2018

The three-time gold medalist spoke about her dynamic gymnastics career as part of an annual speaker series.

Director of International Studies and Programs set to retire Nov. 1, leaving legacy of internationalization

Oct 24, 2018

In his time at UMSL, Joel Glassman has helped expand the international profile of the university while also contributing to the internationalization of St. Louis.

Mary and Joe Stieven receive UMSL award for philanthropy

Oct 8, 2018

The couple has committed more than $5 million to support students and help address needs such as the construction of Anheuser-Busch Hall and the creation of a nursing simulation lab.

UMSL honors six distinguished alumni at Founders Dinner

Oct 5, 2018

Ken Cella, Gwen Moore, Michael Finkes, Tori Gillespie, Aaron Golchert and Mary Suiter have stood out for career success and commitment to community service.

Nearly 700 educators convene at UMSL for annual Focus on Teaching and Technology Conference

Oct 1, 2018

The conference brought a crowd of 680 educators to learn about the latest trends in using technology to aid in education.

Internship & Job Fair gives UMSL students a head start on their careers

Sep 24, 2018

The annual event brought 134 companies on campus to meet with 525 students and alumni at the Mark Twain Athletic Center.

Inaugural World Languages Day encourages area high school students to continue studies

Sep 24, 2018

About 300 St. Louis-area high school students attended the event created by the Department of Language and Cultural Studies to encourage cross-cultural empathy and language studies.

A picture-perfect UMSL Night at the Ballpark

Sep 17, 2018

Campus photographer August Jennewein was on hand to capture the scenes as students, alumni, faculty and staff gathered for the annual event at Busch Stadium.

Long-term planning, shared sense of resolve have UMSL moving in the right direction for students, community

Sep 12, 2018

Chancellor Tom George delivered his annual State of the University Address on Wednesday afternoon at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.

Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor offers lessons from her life to sold-out Touhill audience

Sep 7, 2018

Sotomayor visited UMSL while promoting her two new children’s books, “Turning Pages: My Life Story” and “The Beloved World of Sonia Sotomayor.”

UMSL hosts lunch event aimed at engaging local businesses

Sep 4, 2018

The event was part of UMSL’s anchor mission initiative to use its economic power, along with its human and intellectual resources, to better the welfare of the surrounding community.

UMSL alumni gather in Denver to reminisce as they cheer on Cardinals

Aug 31, 2018

A group of 33 alumni and friends reconnected last Sunday at Coors Field.

Weeks of Welcome provides ample opportunities for Tritons to get involved

Aug 20, 2018

UMSL’s Weeks of Welcome is designed to connect the community to the educational, cultural and social programs offered through the university.

UMSL to host third annual Quick Admit Day on July 17

Jul 9, 2018

Undergraduate transfer students will once again have the opportunity to gain admission, meet with an advisor and register for classes, all in a matter of hours.

NAF Future Ready Lab gives Jennings students learning opportunities on UMSL campus

Jun 25, 2018

The College of Education has teamed up with the national foundation and local corporations to provide a STEM summer internship experience for high school students.

UMSL interns to partner with six new startups in second annual Ameren Accelerator cohort

Jun 22, 2018

The six companies participating in the 2018 Ameren Accelerator offer energy, cybersecurity and construction solutions.

UMSL hosts ‘Learning to Teach’ conference for teacher educators

Jun 14, 2018

Nearly 90 teacher education professionals from around the country met at the ED Collabitat to share ideas on the latest trends for preparing the next generation of teachers.

2 UMSL alumnae win Excellence in Nursing Awards

Jun 5, 2018

Christi Abeln and Christine Mathews won in the categories of orthopedics and intensive care, respectively. Each holds a BSN and MSN from UMSL.

Eye on UMSL: More than a number

May 14, 2018

Many of the people who helped Marco Pipoly along the way toward his degree were there Saturday afternoon to celebrate as he became UMSL’s 100,000th graduate.

Marco Pipoly, UMSL’s 100,000th graduate, on path to career in neuroscience

May 14, 2018

Pipoly was celebrated as the university’s 100,000th graduate during commencement ceremonies Saturday afternoon and has received an NSF research fellowship for graduate school.

Old cookbooks, pamphlet binding and Adam and Eve engraving just some of the gems at Mercantile print fair

May 7, 2018

The St. Louis Mercantile Library at UMSL brought the 12th annual St. Louis Fine Art, Rare Book and Paper Arts Fair to campus this past weekend.

Teacher candidates show off ingenuity through SAIL projects

May 7, 2018

College of Education program gives students the chance to pursue passion projects in classroom settings.

Meet Alicia Friedrichs, UMSL’s 50,000th graduate, from the class of ’97

May 7, 2018

A Spanish educator in St. Louis, Friedrichs aims to travel to every Spanish-speaking country and serves on mission trips as an interpreter/translator.

A photo gallery of mirth from the 2018 Mirthweek Carnival

Apr 30, 2018

Seven photos capture all the sweets, thrills and oddities – hello, Mr. Alligator – at the annual springtime carnival on campus.

Eye on UMSL: Cultures in step

Apr 30, 2018

University of Missouri–St. Louis staff members joined in the dancing last Thursday during the sixth annual Spring Multicultural Festival.

UMSL honors six alumni at annual Salute to Business Achievement Awards

Apr 30, 2018

The honorees were Isaac Butler, Stanley Freerks, James Lally, Dale Oberkfell, Laurie Phillips and Brian Salmo.

Artist and mentor: Gallery 210 exhibit puts student, faculty artwork side by side

Apr 30, 2018

The annual exhibition this year takes a closer look at the influence instructors have on their students’ artwork.

Leslie Jones brings stories not suitable for ‘SNL’ to Mirthweek headline act

Apr 30, 2018

The comedienne delivered a fiery performance to conclude the annual Mirthweek celebration.

With gratitude: 3 scholarship students thank donors for making their college careers possible

Apr 23, 2018

Joey Dordoni, Katherine Bluemel and Kim Nguyen spoke at the annual Scholarship Luncheon about the difference financial support has made in their education.

Renowned entomologist Edward O. Wilson receives World Ecology Award

Apr 23, 2018

The medal from the Whitney R. Harris World Ecology Center at UMSL honors work in environmental protection and biodiversity conservation.

UMSL commencement ceremonies set for May 11-13

Apr 18, 2018

The university will confer more than 1,500 degrees during this spring’s six ceremonies with a majority of the graduates from the St. Louis area.

Hamilton cast members visit UMSL campus, meet local high school students

Apr 16, 2018

Six cast members, including the man who plays Alexander Hamilton, met students from McCluer, Hazelwood and Ritenour high schools for a Lunch and Learn at UMSL.

Youth Violence Prevention Conference examines everyday issues affecting school safety

Apr 16, 2018

A crowd of about 200 teachers, counselors, administrators, social workers, law-enforcement officials and family court staffers attended the conference Thursday in the J.C. Penney Auditorium.

Eye on UMSL: Quilting circles

Apr 9, 2018

Local quilting artist Basil Kincaid recently led a McCluer North High School master class at his exhibition “Gates” at UMSL’s Gallery 210.

UMSL-hosted seminar challenges Jennings High School students to consider cybersecurity careers

Apr 9, 2018

The one-day course offered industry insights from 17 local cybersecurity professionals.

Latest Midwest Digital Marketing Conference offers insights on industry innovations, valuable networking opportunities

Apr 2, 2018

Nearly 1,700 people gathered for the annual conference last Tuesday and Wednesday at St. Louis Union Station.