Emma Nix’s two master’s degrees lead to policy analyst position in Philadelphia

Jun 11, 2017

The May graduate has started working for PJM Interconnection, a company that coordinates the movement of wholesale electricity in 13 states and in Washington.

SUCCEED alumnus champions fair financial laws for Missourians with disabilities, interns with state rep

Jun 11, 2017

During Paul Meyer’s internship in Rep. Joshua Peters’ office, he observed the state legislature pass the MO ABLE program, a decision he helped greatly influence.

Eye on UMSL: Campus or resort?

Jun 10, 2017

Summer looks good on Triton territory, where the overall pace of university life slows for a brief moment in anticipation of the next academic year.

Elderly needing care, students gaining experience: College of Nursing and Delmar Gardens team up

Jun 10, 2017

The two institutions have united to nurture both students’ clinical skills and the aging population of patients who need them.

Behind the yellow tape: Business college prepares for building opening in August

Jun 9, 2017

Anheuser-Busch Hall is expected to open at the start of the fall semester.

Flush with honors and job offers, Kristy Gammill credits UMSL’s holistic approach to Japanese education

Jun 8, 2017

The new graduate had two great career opportunities come her way this spring and was also recently inducted into the Japanese National Honor Society.

St. Louis-focused ‘To the Best of Our Knowledge’ show set to air June 11

Jun 8, 2017

It’s the result of a live taping that took place late last month at Sheldon Concert Hall and was presented by St. Louis Public Radio, a service of UMSL.

Ann Taylor reflects on time as interim dean of UMSL College of Education

Jun 7, 2017

Excellent teacher prep, a vast array of innovative educational programs, unified collaboration: Taylor says the future of the College of Education is bright.

Soul musician Brian Owens returns to a campus he never really left

Jun 6, 2017

The UMSL alumnus recently joined the Des Lee Fine Arts Collaborative as its community music artist in residence, and the role is suiting him well so far.

Enterprise Opportunity Driver scholar starts career in familiar setting

Jun 4, 2017

Rachel Gann not only received multiple offers prior to graduation, she landed her entry-level dream job.

Football, paramedic career, UMSL chemistry lead Chris Tipton to med school

Jun 4, 2017

Paramedic medicine inspired Tipton to pursue a master’s degree in chemistry at UMSL. His next step takes him back to his undergraduate alma mater.

Thomas Hoerr shares ideas on preparing students for success beyond school with ‘St. Louis on the Air’

Jun 2, 2017

The College of Education scholar in residence offered insights contained in his new book, “The Formative Five: Fostering Grit, Empathy, and Other Success Skills Every Student Needs.”

Eye on UMSL: Leaders of tomorrow

Jun 2, 2017

The 21st Century Leadership Academy “Shear Fellows” enjoy a relaxed moment at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center during their group portrait May 23.

Faculty member ventures into Robert Louis Stevenson’s Land of Nod with ‘curious music’ of his own

Jun 1, 2017

Zachary Cairns’ new choral piece “The Land of Nod” earned kudos from the Missouri Composers Project earlier this year.

UMSL music alumna turned radio producer inducted into St. Louis Media Hall of Fame

May 29, 2017

Just before graduating in 1974, Mary Edwards started what she thought would be a short-lived summer job at St. Louis Public Radio. She never left.

Eye on UMSL: Success

May 28, 2017

UMSL SUCCEED graduates express their joy at commencement as they enter the Mark Twain Building on May 13.

Passionate St. Louis community leaders converge on campus

May 28, 2017

Each year, the university draws dedicated residents to a comprehensive course focused on neighborhood leadership.

UMSL working to build partnership with Osmania University in India

May 27, 2017

The budding relationship adds to UMSL’s ongoing efforts to expand its reach around the globe so it can attract more international students.

North County Inc. honors development at UMSL

May 26, 2017

Chairman Scott Negwar presented Chancellor Tom George with a Community Development Award during the organization’s annual leadership breakfast.

Thomas Jefferson Library makes way for Adelaide, Dewey and their goslings

May 26, 2017

Five goose eggs hatched right beside a library window on May 19, and so far parents and offspring are adapting well to this next phase of family life.

A ‘short, sweet ride’: Mother-daughter graduates share transformative journey in earning degrees

May 25, 2017

Donna and Ashlie Vickers have shared many things in life, but neither thought they would split a college commencement weekend.

Teresa Thiel named interim dean of the College of Arts and Sciences

May 24, 2017

Thiel will assume the post for the second time as she takes over for fellow molecular biologist and outgoing Dean Ron Yasbin when he retires Aug. 31.

Nursing alumna’s life-saving efforts result in DAISY Award, everlasting gratitude, friendship

May 21, 2017

Kara Schneider and Kenny Rosenkoetter will likely be friends for life – ever since the day she helped save his.

Public policy administration major Tommy Ruether to take part in Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange

May 21, 2017

The senior was one of 75 Americans selected to participate in the program and will spend a year studying and working in Germany.

Graduate students ace CPA exam, top St. Louis market

May 21, 2017

Those enrolled in UMSL’s Master of Accounting program continued a trend of high CPA exam pass rates in 2016, surpassing the national average by 26.6 percent.

Education students share final projects, SAIL into bright futures thanks to innovative teacher prep

May 21, 2017

More than 90 graduating teacher candidates shared practicum efforts that had them engaged in everything from culture to curriculum in area schools.

Political science students gain new perspectives on European politics through participation in Midwest Model EU

May 21, 2017

Professor Joyce Mushaben led the group participating in the annual simulation of the European Union at Indiana University in Bloomington.

Students make sense of past and present in Kara Moskowitz’s classroom

May 21, 2017

The assistant professor of history teaches courses ranging from African women’s history to decolonization and development.

Investigating drunk personality: Research from MIMH’s Rachel Winograd garners international attention

May 21, 2017

Do other people notice the personality changes drinkers self-report? Sometimes, yes – especially when it comes to extraversion.

A look into ‘Glycoworld’ at UMSL, its sweet chemistry research and the professor behind it

May 14, 2017

Alexei Demchenko’s research on synthesizing carbohydrates has resulted in NIH, NSF and Pfizer funding and a UMSL 2017 Senior Investigator of the Year award.

Natural Bridge, Boulevard journal editors celebrate newest issues at joint gathering

May 14, 2017

UMSL alumna Brigitte Leschhorn was one of four featured writers to read May 9 at the collaborative St. Louis event held in the Grove neighborhood.

College of Nursing celebrates 35 years, honors 4 remarkable alumni

May 14, 2017

The 35th Anniversary Brunch and Alumni Awards capped off a year’s worth of celebration, reflection and collaboration.

Print fair turns conference center into colorful hubbub of collections and conversation

May 14, 2017

Dealers from near and far – and fairgoers young and old – descended on UMSL last weekend for the St. Louis Mercantile Library’s 11th annual event.

Eye on UMSL: After the rain

May 14, 2017

Following days of rain, the clouds parted in time for a student to enjoy a colorful sunset as he walked past the atrium of the St. Louis Mercantile Library.

Economics graduate Matt Segrist to apply lessons learned at UMSL in new job at Post Holdings

May 11, 2017

Segrist is set to assume his post after receiving his bachelor of science and master of arts degrees in economics during this weekend’s commencement ceremonies.

More reasons than one to sign up for summer sessions at UMSL

May 11, 2017

Quicker degree completion, multiple sessions and online and on-campus courses needed for majors and minors are among the reasons students enroll in summer courses at UMSL.

Actor, director and faculty member Jacqueline Thompson continues to wow crowds

May 10, 2017

The assistant professor of theater looks back on a year packed with key roles on stage and off as she helps lead a relatively young department at UMSL.

College of Nursing alumna travels to Uganda to aid fellow grad’s health-care and community-building efforts

May 10, 2017

Kelli Rowland traveled nearly 8,000 miles to reconnect with former classmate Samuel Mugaya and experience the medical missionary trip of a lifetime.

African American Alumni Chapter celebrates and welcomes new grads

May 10, 2017

Last Friday proved an especially happy one at UMSL as a crowd of graduating students of color gathered with well-wishers to celebrate the past and the future.

Honored business alumni thank UMSL for transformational experiences

May 9, 2017

Kirk Richter, Don Mueth, Diann Gross, Robert Mastis, Denny Reagan and Luigi Wewege shared stories while being recognized last week at the Millennium Student Center.

Economics Resource Center has become unofficial ‘hub of the econ department’

May 9, 2017

The bustling room on the top floor of the Social Sciences and Business Building is an important space for student interaction and collaboration.

Eye on UMSL: Finals week fun

May 9, 2017

Nursing seniors (from right) Nick Schueddig, Nick Rangel and Chris Galvin savor some recreation time with a game of Spikeball alongside friend Brett Wright during finals week.

5 new UMSL grads to accept mantle of military leadership

May 8, 2017

Along with their degrees, ROTC cadets Lucas Elberfeld, Jared Dillmon, Steven Galbraith, Andrew Potts and Katie Kluthe (not pictured) are earning their officer stripes.

UMSL Tritons weekly rewind

May 8, 2017

The softball team captured its fourth GLVC Tournament title in five years and received a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Division II Championship.

First-generation college grad from Bosnia off to physician assistant school

May 7, 2017

May graduate Adela Redzic already has a spot lined up at SIUC. A St. Louisan since the age of 6, Redzic and her family fled the war in Bosnia.

UMSL school psychology program’s 100th graduate blazes a trail of advocacy and action

May 4, 2017

From launching Brunch with a Senator to a recent scholarship win, Katya Sussman’s past three years of achievement will have a lasting impact.

Dan Lauer discusses Ameren Accelerator benefits on St. Louis Public Radio

May 4, 2017

UMSL Accelerate Director Dan Lauer discussed the university’s role in an innovative business accelerator program on “St. Louis on the Air” Monday.

Biochemistry grad Victoria Rogers tackles Alzheimer’s, childhood beliefs, 5 grad school acceptances

May 3, 2017

Rogers’ Alzheimer’s research got her into grad school and helped develop an antibody that could slow the disease, which has affected Rogers’ family.

Celebrating 1,500 success stories

May 3, 2017

UMSL alumnus and Express Scripts Chairman George Paz heads an impressive list of St. Louisans speaking, performing or receiving honorary degrees during commencement ceremonies May 12-14.

Leadership awards banquet puts everyday excellence in the spotlight

May 3, 2017

Student advocates. Rising leaders. Excellent Tritons. Some of the people on campus who embody such descriptions were in the spotlight during Mirthweek.