UMSL saluted more than 1,700 spring and summer graduates during five commencement ceremonies, and photographer Derik Holtmann captured some of the joyous scenes.
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New graduates celebrate their successes, look forward to new beginnings during commencement weekend
UMSL saluted more than 1,700 spring and summer graduates during five commencement ceremonies, and photographer Derik Holtmann captured some of the joyous scenes.
New graduates celebrate their successes, look forward to new beginnings during commencement weekend
UMSL saluted more than 1,700 spring and summer graduates during five commencement ceremonies, and photographer Derik Holtmann captured some of the joyous scenes.
New graduates celebrate their successes, look forward to new beginnings during commencement weekend
UMSL saluted more than 1,700 spring and summer graduates during five commencement ceremonies, and photographer Derik Holtmann captured some of the joyous scenes.
UMSL community celebrates launch of 36th installment of Litmag, ‘Wander through the Woods’
About 80 people gathered in the Millennium Student Center to take part in the official release of the student-run literary and art journal.
UMSL community celebrates launch of 36th installment of Litmag, ‘Wander through the Woods’
About 80 people gathered in the Millennium Student Center to take part in the official release of the student-run literary and art journal.
UMSL community celebrates launch of 36th installment of Litmag, ‘Wander through the Woods’
About 80 people gathered in the Millennium Student Center to take part in the official release of the student-run literary and art journal.
History, philosophy graduate Ashley Maempa set to pursue PhD in Iowa
Maempa plans to study under noted historian Colin Gordon, author of “Mapping Decline: St. Louis and the Fate of the American City.”
History, philosophy graduate Ashley Maempa set to pursue PhD in Iowa
Maempa plans to study under noted historian Colin Gordon, author of “Mapping Decline: St. Louis and the Fate of the American City.”
History, philosophy graduate Ashley Maempa set to pursue PhD in Iowa
Maempa plans to study under noted historian Colin Gordon, author of “Mapping Decline: St. Louis and the Fate of the American City.”
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
Wilma Zanderau punched her ticket to the NCAA Division II Women’s Golf Championship with her seventh-place individual finish at the NCAA East Regional.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
Wilma Zanderau punched her ticket to the NCAA Division II Women’s Golf Championship with her seventh-place individual finish at the NCAA East Regional.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
Wilma Zanderau punched her ticket to the NCAA Division II Women’s Golf Championship with her seventh-place individual finish at the NCAA East Regional.
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Advocate for St. Louis Area Foodbank brings resources back to her alma mater
A conversation with a student worker at the Triton Telefund call center helped Lenora Gooden and UMSL join forces to combat food insecurity on campus and in the surrounding community.
MEd graduates bring innovative learning techniques to new Dutchtown charter school
Kairos Academies, co-founded by Jack Krewson and Gavin Schiffres, will prioritize personalized learning and student self-direction when it opens next fall on the south side of St. Louis.
Optometry student overcomes cancer, national boards as a new father
After studying through testicular cancer treatment, Adam Wira is on track to graduate in the spring and plans to use his optometry degree for good.
Himalayan expedition connects anthropology major’s passion to a purpose
Amber McDaniel spent her summer serving vulnerable populations in northwest India as a student in the Himalayan Health Exchange.
Child hackers encourage ethical use of skills at UMSL’s STLCyberCon
Brothers Ittai and Reuben Paul presented the keynote address at the annual cybersecurity conference.
Doctoral students apply UMSL education to roles as charter school administrators
Sarah Ranney (left) and Susan Marino use their EdD coursework to help inform the administration of UMSL-sponsored public charter school Lafayette Preparatory Academy.
Eye on UMSL: How can I apply?
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 Tritons weekly rewind
The men’s and women’s basketball teams both went 1-1 last week with the men beating Webster and the women topping Purdue Northwest.
UMSL launches new hub for college access and academic support services
Assistant Provost Natissia Small is overseeing Student Academic Support Services, which includes the newly created University Tutoring Center in the Millennium Student Center.
UMSL-hosted summit highlights researchers working to combat some of society’s biggest challenges
The summit brought together faculty researchers in behavioral and social sciences from across the University of Missouri System.
College of Optometry updates Marillac Hall for recruitment, student success
Four floors have been upgraded to both refresh existing study spaces and create new ones for students in the college.
Psychology alumna studies European attitudes toward immigration through Psi Chi grant
Savannah Price enjoyed a well-rounded UMSL experience, from working in Assistant Professor Bettina Casad’s lab to embarking on a pair of study abroad experiences that spurred her research interests.
Engineering student defies physics at Climbing Center
Angelos Kokkinis came from Greece to study physics and computer science and found rock climbing and engineering instead.
Jill Bernard Bracy brings passion, persistence to UMSL professorship
The business faculty member serves as the interim director of the Center for Transportation Studies while also teaching undergraduate marketing courses.
Eye on UMSL: Remembering citizen soldiers on Veterans Day
James Wright (left) spoke to a small gathering of faculty, students, alumni and staff Monday as UMSL commemorated Veterans Day with a reception in Clark Hall.
Eye on UMSL: Type and tea
Assistant Teaching Professor Hiroko Yoshii led UMSL students in a Japanese calligraphy lesson Friday as part of a Japan-America Student Association event.
‘Type Hike’ show celebrating the outdoors completes run at Gallery FAB
Current and former UMSL students contributed to the collaborative show highlighting America’s national parks, shorelines and some notable endangered wildlife.
World Affairs Council of St. Louis honors Whitney R. Harris World Ecology Center with Gateway Globe Award
The center was recognized for its efforts to support the research and training of students in ecology, evolution, and conservation.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
Men’s basketball started off the season with a pair of victories, topping Walsh and Tiffin at the GLVC/GMAC Challenge.
Ask an Expert: Adriano Udani and David Kimball research how news coverage influences belief in voter fraud
The two UMSL political scientists joined former colleague Brian Fogarty in publishing their research findings in the journal State Politics and Policy Quarterly.
UMSL Piano Studio collaborates with MADCO 2 for ‘Remembering Debussy’ show
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
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
The three-time gold medalist spoke about her dynamic gymnastics career as part of an annual speaker series.
Teach in 12 student hopes to bring passion for the outdoors into a classroom setting
From sea kayak guide to grizzly bear tracker, from Pennsylvania to Alaska, Bobby Schultz has spent the past decade pursuing his love of nature and conservation.
Accounting alumnus advances his career while giving back to his hometown
Nik Brym heads Whelan Security’s accounting efforts four years after earning a bachelor’s degree from UMSL.
UMSL-sponsored youth voting program featured on KSDK
There are 18 St. Louis-area school districts – plus one private school – taking part in this year’s Kids Voting Missouri, a program run through the College of Education.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
Freshman Megan Woll set a single-season program record with 620 digs as the volleyball team closed out the year with a 3-0 sweep of GLVC foe Maryville.
New actuarial science degree program already attracting students to UMSL
The program helped seal Grace Goedde’s decision to join the Tritons volleyball team after transferring from East Central College.
Eye on UMSL: Colorful cruise
A student skates past two of his classmates under the cover of the autumn foliage alongside Bugg Lake near the science complex on North Campus.
UMSL political scientists help media set stage for anticipated midterm election
Professors Dave Robertson, Terry Jones, David Kimball and Anita Manion lent analysis to news organizations locally and across the country over the past month.
UMSL students dip their toes into international travel with faculty-led trips
The university helps coordinate about 25 short-term study abroad opportunities lasting between two and six weeks with most occurring every other year.
Associate Professor Zachary Cairns premiers new composition at German festival’s 10th anniversary
“Blumenlieder” debuted at an event titled “Hamburger, Sauerkraut and Champagne” at the American Days festival last month in Stuttgart, Germany.
Growing faculty entrepreneurs is aim of UM System’s new express license
The fast-track license for faculty and staff inventors will enable them to focus on developing their businesses and commercializing their technologies.
CCAMPIS grant will help expand child care access for UMSL student parents
More than $500,000 in funding over the next four years will help bolster efforts to support student parents and offer more services at the University Child Development Center.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
The volleyball team scored a 3-1 home upset of No. 23 Rockhurst as the Tritons won two out of three matches last week.
Eye on UMSL: Scenic ride
A MetroLink train speeds past colorful fall trees as it makes its way through South Campus bound for the Delmar Loop, Forest Park and downtown.
Ryan Krull studies new media and reports from China after fellowship arranged through UMSL
The assistant teaching professor of communication and media spent two weeks at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences and extended his stay to do some freelance reporting.
Missouri Department of Conservation awards TRIM grant to UMSL to inventory campus trees
The results of the inventory will be made publicly available and help facilitate research possibilities and educational programming.
Ask an Expert: Ray Mundy ponders possible privatization of Lambert airport
The transportation studies professor offered insight on the proposal in this edition of UMSL Daily’s Q&A series.
MPPA student fostering arts community through quantitative research
Liz Deichmann co-founded an arts services nonprofit and has interned with the advocacy organization Americans for the Arts as well as the St. Louis Regional Arts Commission.
MacArthur Foundation awards St. Louis County, UMSL additional $2.25 million to continue local justice system reform
New funding for a project led by Criminology and Criminal Justice Professor Beth Huebner will help advance strategies aimed at safely reducing St. Louis County’s jail population.
Director of International Studies and Programs set to retire Nov. 1, leaving legacy of internationalization
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.
UMSL chosen one of Military Times’ ‘Best for Vets’ colleges for the 5th straight year
The university was the highest-ranked institution in the St. Louis region, landing 46th among the 137 four-year universities that made the rankings.
US Bank awards four UMSL students with cybersecurity scholarships
Adelaide Aboagye, Ian Bae, Vasyl Onufriyev and Andrew McCormick received the $2,500 scholarships.
UMSL introduces Rave Guardian app to enhance campus safety
Campus police encourage students, faculty and staff to download the recently launched mobile app.
UMSL researchers see nearly $5 million growth in grant awards in first quarter of new fiscal year
The College of Arts and Sciences saw an increase in NSF awards while accounting for more than a third of UMSL’s $9,831,786 total in grant money during the quarter.
New ‘We Transform Lives’ mission statement on display on university buildings
UMSL introduced the greater St. Louis community to its new mission statement “We Transform Lives” by installing decals on three university buildings.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
The volleyball team ran its winning streak to four straight matches with a 3-0 sweep of crosstown rival Maryville on Saturday.
United Way CEO Orvin Kimbrough, UMSL MBA graduate, testifies to organization’s impact in St. Louis region
UMSL is currently participating in United Way and Community Health Charities campaigns as part of its Month of Community Giving.
Teach for America experience starts path to Missouri State Senate for education alumna
Lauren Arthur, who earned her MEd from UMSL in 2013, took office in the Missouri State Senate last month after winning a special election in June.
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- Longtime faculty members retire after decades of service to the School of Social Work
- Supply Chain PhD student Paula Penagos selected as fellow in esteemed Eno Center for Transportation Leadership Development Conference
