Nnanna, who officially started April 1, has been busy building the School of Engineering curriculum and hiring faculty members in preparation for welcoming the inaugural cohort for the fall semester.
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School of Engineering Founding Director George Nnanna meets with UMSL supporters at welcome event
Nnanna, who officially started April 1, has been busy building the School of Engineering curriculum and hiring faculty members in preparation for welcoming the inaugural cohort for the fall semester.
School of Engineering Founding Director George Nnanna meets with UMSL supporters at welcome event
Nnanna, who officially started April 1, has been busy building the School of Engineering curriculum and hiring faculty members in preparation for welcoming the inaugural cohort for the fall semester.
School of Engineering Founding Director George Nnanna meets with UMSL supporters at welcome event
Nnanna, who officially started April 1, has been busy building the School of Engineering curriculum and hiring faculty members in preparation for welcoming the inaugural cohort for the fall semester.
MSW graduate Irene Travis faces adversity and triumphs on the field and in the classroom
Travis battled back from a torn ACL to become a leader on the softball team while also pursuing two bachelor’s degrees as an undergraduate.
MSW graduate Irene Travis faces adversity and triumphs on the field and in the classroom
Travis battled back from a torn ACL to become a leader on the softball team while also pursuing two bachelor’s degrees as an undergraduate.
MSW graduate Irene Travis faces adversity and triumphs on the field and in the classroom
Travis battled back from a torn ACL to become a leader on the softball team while also pursuing two bachelor’s degrees as an undergraduate.
UMSL community gathers on campus to take part in fun and games during annual Mirthweek celebration
The centerpiece of the annual tradition was a carnival on the RWC East Lawn with games, rides, face painting and more.
UMSL community gathers on campus to take part in fun and games during annual Mirthweek celebration
The centerpiece of the annual tradition was a carnival on the RWC East Lawn with games, rides, face painting and more.
UMSL community gathers on campus to take part in fun and games during annual Mirthweek celebration
The centerpiece of the annual tradition was a carnival on the RWC East Lawn with games, rides, face painting and more.
Upcoming UMSL Optometry graduates Alexandra Buffington and Vivien Pham build on shared interest in humanitarian work in Guatemala
The group of volunteers through I Care International examined approximately 1,100 patients during the clinics in early March.
Upcoming UMSL Optometry graduates Alexandra Buffington and Vivien Pham build on shared interest in humanitarian work in Guatemala
The group of volunteers through I Care International examined approximately 1,100 patients during the clinics in early March.
Upcoming UMSL Optometry graduates Alexandra Buffington and Vivien Pham build on shared interest in humanitarian work in Guatemala
The group of volunteers through I Care International examined approximately 1,100 patients during the clinics in early March.
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Kael Maness has worked as a recovery coach and counselor while working toward his bachelor’s degree and plans to pursue a master’s in cybersecurity.
Terry Suhre retiring after more than two decades leading Gallery 210
Suhre took over as director of the gallery in 1996, and since then, he has exhibited the work of nationally renowned artists and addressed social justice issues through art.
Women’s History Month event highlights prominent women in colonial St. Louis
Amanda Clark, the community tours manager for the Missouri Historical Society, presented “Lives on the Edge: St. Louis Colonial Women.”
UMSL launches Costa Rica virtual study abroad program
The four-week program will include immersive cultural activities such as salsa dancing and cooking classes and a discussion about biodiversity, ecotourism and the coffee industry.
Graphic design seniors launch social media campaign, webinar to showcase capstone projects
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.
Assistant Professor of Biology Lon Chubiz wins prestigious NSF CAREER award
Chubiz’s research focuses how some bacteria make lipid monolayer membranes and how that helps them adapt to different soil environments.
A Women’s History Month coffee conversation: Getting to know UMSL’s newest dean, Joan Phillips
Phillips assumed her new post as dean of the College of Business Administration this week and participated in Tuesday’s virtual discussion.
Eye on UMSL: Second shot
Nursing student Abigail Wiese administered a COVID-19 vaccination to a patient Saturday during a mass vaccination clinic at the Millennium Student Center.
Employers connect with UMSL students digitally at Spring Virtual Career Fair
More than 400 students and alumni attended the event, connecting with representatives from 73 companies in a variety of industries.
Alumna Danielle Ridolfi’s book ‘Slowly But Shirley’ helps kids accept themselves
Ridolfi worked as a psychologist for several years before changing careers to pursue her creative passion as a graphic designer.
Olympic expert Susan Brownell recalls the colorful and disastrous 1904 marathon on ‘Our American Stories’
The professor of anthropology joined the show as a guest on March 4 and discussed not only the marathon but also how the Olympics landed in St. Louis.
Hearing loss doesn’t limit optometry student from improving others’ vision
Riley Liss was born with hearing loss in both ears and received her first pair of hearing aids when she was 6 months old.
College of Optometry recruitment video wins gold in Educational Advertising Awards
The video demonstrates that the College of Optometry provides not only rigorous education but also a supportive environment.
Sam Wheeler, Danielle Faucett and Lauren Obermark receive UMSL Hero Award
The award is presented to up to three staff or faculty members each month in recognition of their efforts to transform the lives of UMSL students and the wider community.
Boulevard and UMSL MFA program enter new partnership
Under the partnership, students enrolled in “English 5190: Literary Journal Editing” will read submissions for Boulevard and be credited as editorial assistants.
Missouri Online to expand educational access for students across the state and beyond
The new one-stop resource allows prospective students to view the online offerings of all four University of Missouri System universities on a single website.
UMSL recognized as ‘Voter Friendly Campus’ for efforts to foster engagement
The national designation is emblematic of UMSL’s commitment to encourage civic engagement and voter participation among its students.
Women’s History Month kickoff event reveals challenges, triumphs, grace and magic
Overture, a discussion to celebrate and share the experiences of women at UMSL, was held March 1 as the first of many events in observance of Women’s History Month.
Neighborhood Leadership Fellows wins What’s Right with the Region! award
FOCUS St. Louis recognized the advanced leadership training program for ingenuity and vision in making the St. Louis region a better place to work and live.
‘Operatic superstar’ Denyce Graves discusses pioneer Marian Anderson during virtual event
The renowned soprano discussed Marian Anderson’s outsized contributions to music and the fight for racial equity before giving a virtual masterclass.
UMSL listed 15th nationally in ‘Best Online BSN to DNP Rankings’
The rankings site recognized the UMSL program’s wide range of specialty offerings as well as the flexible pathways to the degree.
UMSL’s Community Psychological Service adapting services to treat COVID-19 ‘long-haulers’
The mental health center offers several options, including individual services and support group meetings, to assist patients dealing with the lingering effects of the disease.
Expect Us talks activism and racial injustice during digital panel
During the Black History Month event, panelists touched on their history with the group, the motivations behind their activism and how protests have affected change.
Marie Mora joins panel at the Women in Economics Symposium, encourages students considering the field
The goal of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis’ annual symposium is to help connect young women with role models in the field of economics.
Gender studies professor examines how the stories of enslaved people were told
Kathleen Nigro re-examined a 1930s federal writers project that recorded the narratives of American enslaved people in a Black History Month presentation.
UMSL master’s programs score top-10 rankings in Intelligent.com higher education guide
The publication ranked UMSL’s criminology and criminal justice and supply chain and analytics graduate programs as No. 1 and No. 8 in the country, respectively.
UMSL’s teacher preparation program recognized among national leaders
The National Council on Teacher Quality named UMSL’s undergraduate elementary teacher preparation program among the top in the country for selective academic admissions requirements.
History MA students bring ‘Green Book’ to life through exhibit at the National Blues Museum
“Have Blues, Will Travel” will remain on display until August and was produced by students in the Practicum in Public History and Cultural Heritage course.
PhD candidate Juan Zhang uses drones to deliver real-life solutions
Zhang is pursuing her doctorate in supply chain and analytics, and her dissertation explores the cost and environmental tradeoffs of using drones to deliver packages.
Jennifer Fisher wins Missouri Art Education Association Art Educator of the Year
Fisher teaches undergraduate and graduate art education courses and directs a program that combines a BFA with a Missouri teaching certificate in art.
EdD student Britt Tate finds her place inspiring St. Louis students with art education
Tate is part of the Heritage Leadership for Sustainability, Social Justice and Participatory Culture cohort and splits her time between Bryan Hill and Columbia Elementary Schools.
MacArthur Foundation awards $1.3 million to St. Louis County, UMSL to continue local justice system reforms
Criminology and Criminal Justice Professor Beth Huebner will continue directing efforts aimed at reducing over-incarceration and advancing racial equity.
Ask an expert: Lea-Rachel Kosnik discusses renewed focus on climate action and its connection to economics
The professor of economics discussed the role of government, businesses and consumers in transitioning to cleaner and renewable sources of energy.
UMSL student nurses begin administering vaccines across greater St. Louis area
The student nurses are at sites such as BJC HealthCare Christian Hospital, SSM Health DePaul Hospital and the St. Louis County Department of Public Health.
UMSL literacy grant brings $5.1 million in services to 40 St. Louis area schools
The grant will go toward coaching local educators on culturally relevant practices and the science of reading, as well as creating digital literacy resources.
Watch: Professor of Finance Nasser Arshadi explains the ‘short squeeze’
Arshadi discusses what happened after investors connected by Reddit’s WallStreetBets initiated an epic short squeeze on stocks such as GameStop and AMC.
Joanna Mendoza named recipient of MoASTA Artist Teacher Award for 2021
Mendoza is a member of the Arianna String Quartet and a professor of the viola in UMSL’s Department of Music.
Homecoming 2021 preview: A Triton tradition adapts
The Student Homecoming Committee has worked diligently to create a slate of fun digital and socially distanced events for Homecoming 2021.
Celebrating Black History Month with 10 stories of verve, tenacity and passion
In honor of Black History Month, here are 10 stories that demonstrate the excellence of Black students, faculty, staff and alumni at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.
UMSL among nation’s best online bachelor’s programs in latest U.S. News & World Report rankings
The site ranked UMSL No. 42 nationally out of more than 350 universities – 10 places higher than in 2020 – and ranked second among universities in Missouri.
Ask an Expert: Shawne Manies discusses the COVID-19 vaccine and rollout
In the latest edition of Ask an Expert, College of Nursing Director of Clinical Operations and Assistant Teaching Professor Shawne Manies talks vaccination.
Eye on UMSL: Lessons in the lab
Students listened intently to instructions from Assistant Teaching Professor Lori Paul during their anatomy and physiology class in the Science Learning Building.
Accounting professor talks taxes with St. Louis Public Radio
Michele Meckfessel, an expert on income taxes, said most workers will not qualify for a tax break for working from home during the pandemic.
UMSL researchers shine light on disproportionate victimization rates of lesbian, gay and bisexual people in US
Annah Bender and Janet Lauritsen co-authored the study in the American Journal of Public Health using data from the National Crime Victimization survey.
Anne Fish, Fan Li examine experiences of volunteer providers at pandemic’s epicenter
The professor of nursing and PhD student led an in-depth qualitative study documenting the experiences of providers in the Hubei Province of China.
College of Business Administration adds entrepreneurship requirement
A new three-credit-hour course will teach BSBA and BSAcc students about launching and scaling a new venture by focusing on a timely entrepreneurial opportunity.
Sylvia Harris, Roger Kujath and Vinita Henry named first recipients of UMSL Hero Award
The award is presented to up to three staff or faculty members each month in recognition of their efforts to transform the lives of UMSL students and the wider community.
UMSL-Nanjing partnership recognized as one of leading Chinese-Foreign Cooperative MBA Programs
MBA China and Manager Magazine ranked UMSL’s International MBA program with Nanjing University No. 11 in a pool of more than 200 programs.
PhD graduate Dani Pizzella wants to bring behavior analysis to parents and educators everywhere
Pizzella’s dissertation compared the effectiveness of asynchronous remote training in behavior analysis to traditional, face-to-face training.
Jianli Pan receives “Inventor of the Year” award for patented technology to enhance security of Internet of Things systems
The technology, developed with doctoral candidate Jianyu Wang, uses blockchain and smart contracts to make IoT less vulnerable to attacks.
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