Governor releases funding for business building to be named for Anheuser-Busch

May 6, 2015

Jay Nixon announced the release of $10 million in state matching funds for the construction of the building, which is expected to begin this fall.

Cardinals tickets and more at UMSL Night at the Ballpark

May 5, 2015

UMSL Night at the Ballpark is Sept. 4. Festivities include a pre-game reception, an exclusive field visit and limited edition St. Louis Cardinals baseball caps.

Scholarships, campus growth, rankings top chancellor’s annual report

May 4, 2015

UMSL Chancellor Tom George delivered the 39th annual Chancellor’s Report to the Community May 1.

Distinguished service honorees embody ‘Triton spirit’

May 4, 2015

UMSL recognized three alumni and one student with 2015 Distinguished Service Awards at the 39th Chancellor’s Report to the Community on Friday.

It’s a 3-peat! Softball captures 3rd straight GLVC Championship

May 4, 2015

The No. 2 ranked UMSL softball team captured the championship on Sunday with a 4-0 eight-inning victory over No. 10 ranked Indianapolis.

UM System, UMSL committed to educating north St. Louis County students

May 3, 2015

Promising north St. Louis students will have a better chance to achieve their goals of earning a college degree through the new North County Scholarship Program.

UMSL venues, artists, alumni among best in St. Louis

Apr 30, 2015

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch named the St. Louis Mercantile Library the “Best Place for a History Lesson” in the newspaper’s annual Go! List.

Counseling associate professor receives Group Practice Award

Apr 29, 2015

Angela Coker received the award for her development of the innovative SisterScholars-in-Training group at UMSL.

Botanical Garden internship focuses on endangered species research

Apr 27, 2015

Senior biology major Rachel Becknell studied the endangered species commonly called Pyne’s ground plum through the internship.

Week of service, advocacy in D.C. inspires student leader

Apr 26, 2015

“Sometimes you do things that make you step outside your comfort zone, and they can lead to great experiences.”

The different hats of Chancellor Tom George, but especially the science one

Apr 26, 2015

People know the name Tom George as chancellor of the University of Missouri–St. Louis. But he does so many other...

UMSL, MU faculty awarded President’s Award for Intercampus Collaboration

Apr 23, 2015

College of Arts and Sciences Dean Ron Yasbin presented UMSL social work professors Sharon Johnson (left) and Lois Pierce with the award.

UMSL psychologist discusses sexual assaults among college students

Apr 23, 2015

Zoe Peterson, associate professor of psychological sciences, weighs in on myths about rape and sexual assault and how to change campus culture.

Statewide association surprises dean of enrollment with service award

Apr 23, 2015

Alan Byrd (left) received the Peggy Clinton Memorial Service Award on April 13 from the Missouri Association for College Admission Counseling.

Student journalists take on fundraising roles

Apr 23, 2015

The Current staff are using UMSL crowdfunding to help make up a shortfall in the newspaper’s budget. Visit crowdfund.umsl.edu/thecurrent for more info.

UMSL hosts 2015 State of Digital Media Marketing Conference

Apr 23, 2015

Chris Brogan, CEO of Owner Media Group, delivered a keynote about advertising in the digital age during the conference.

Are you in love? A team of UMSL researchers wants to talk to you

Apr 22, 2015

Leading the project are (from left) Kruti Surti, Amanda Lococo, Assistant Professor of Psychology Sandra Langeslag, Remy Mallett and Kaylyn Moore.

Print fair a family tradition for father-daughter art dealers

Apr 22, 2015

Scott Kerr is president of McCaughen & Burr Fine Arts, where his daughter Sara Kerr, a UMSL art history student, also works full time.

Men’s golf wins 2015 GLVC Championship

Apr 22, 2015

This is the second GLVC title won by a men’s team (baseball in 2003) and the fourth overall in the athletics department (softball in 2013 and 2014).

UMSL aviation expert talks to KSDK about Lambert Airport history

Apr 21, 2015

Daniel Rust, assistant director of the Center for Transportation Studies, discussed the historical significance of the airport and its namesake.

Bilingual poet’s second collection shifts to second language

Apr 21, 2015

María T. Balogh, who teaches Spanish, creative writing and South American literature at UMSL, is the author of “Cumbia Soul.”

Mirth Week means 6 full days of campus cheer

Apr 20, 2015

Mirthday has grown into Mirth Week this year. Instead of one day in April, the festivities will fill a week.

UMSL English professor awarded President’s Award for Leadership

Apr 20, 2015

Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences Ron Yasbin, on behalf of the UM System, surprised Mary Troy with the award during a faculty meeting.

Cooking up a neighborhood

Apr 19, 2015

Chef and restaurant owner Ben Poremba (BA philosophy 2003) is helping revitalize the Botanical Heights neighborhood in St. Louis.

UMSL professor publishes a baby boomer’s how-to guide to navigate the Internet

Apr 19, 2015

For many of us, life without the Internet is unimaginable. Sending emails, posting to Facebook and Instagraming our...

Tzu-Hwa Ho returning to UMSL after piano success

Apr 16, 2015

She graduated from UMSL in 2007, works as a professional pianist and instructor and will be performing as part of the Piano Alumni Concert on April 21.

Summer STARS program to turn high school students into college scientists

Apr 16, 2015

This summer, 68 high school juniors will fill UMSL laboratories, conducting science research involving everything from fighting cervical cancer to designing and building satellites.

Perryman named Louisville Slugger/NFCA National Co-Pitcher of the Week

Apr 16, 2015

Perryman was dynamite in the circle for the third-ranked Tritons, and for the third time this season, she was perfect.

Psychology professor, Nawgan co-founder talks startups, research at UMSL

Apr 15, 2015

UMSL Director of MIMH and psychology Professor Rob Paul knows about startups and research after his ventures in producing a brain alertness drink called Nawgan.

Mercantile’s upcoming print fair showcases ‘the power of paper’

Apr 14, 2015

“Lepidoptera,” Plate XXIII from Natural History of the Insects of China by E. Donovan, 1838, is just one example of the art visitors may find at the fair.

UMSL chancellor touts ‘value’ of a college education

Apr 13, 2015

The Show Me Value Tour is a statewide initiative by the University of Missouri System to discuss the importance of a college education.

Education professor awarded President’s Award for Cross-Cultural Engagement

Apr 12, 2015

Wendy Saul (center with scarf) receives the award from UMSL Associate Provost Paulette Isaac-Savage.

Hannah Perryman named to Schutt Sports/NFCA DII National Player of the Year Top 25 List

Apr 12, 2015

After being named to the list, Perryman went on to throw her third perfect game of the season.

Frozen yogurt among newest additions to student center

Apr 9, 2015

Student Michael Palm shows off a soon-to-be-devoured frozen yogurt creation from Triton Treats, a shop that just opened up in the MSC.

Scrambled words could provide insight to help people with dyslexia

Apr 8, 2015

Neuroscience student Emma Trammel demonstrates how she monitors a research subject’s brainwaves.

Business college and accounting programs maintain legacy of excellence

Apr 7, 2015

UMSL has St. Louis’ only business school with dual accreditation in accounting and business.

Eye on UMSL: Record breaker

Apr 7, 2015

On March 31, UMSL senior outfielder Jena Boudreau hit her first home run of the season. It was one for the books.

Undergrad stays the course despite cancer diagnosis, treatment

Apr 6, 2015

Dan Klevorn’s coworkers at the UMSL Triton Store are among those who helped him maintain a positive attitude.

Madelyn Boyne makes her debut in ‘Good People’

Apr 5, 2015

The UMSL education major will take on a role originated on Broadway by Frances McDormand. The play will be April 9-12 at the Touhill.

Triton duo working with fellow student-athletes on making the right choices

Apr 5, 2015

They are part of the organization Triton Health Educators and are raising awareness on drugs, alcohol and sexual consent.

Undergraduate researcher focuses on plus, minus of nicotine in strokes

Apr 2, 2015

Jacob Huffman, UMSL psychology major, received a College of Arts and Sciences research grant for his study.

Mercantile lends medallion from Lincoln’s hearse for 150th anniversary of president’s death

Mar 31, 2015

Julie Dunn-Morton, curator of the St. Louis Mercantile Library’s Fine Arts Collection at UMSL, holds the framed silver medallion.

Peruvian primate fieldwork leads biology student to found nonprofit

Mar 30, 2015

Biology doctoral student Gideon Erkenswick teaches about Amazon wildlife through his nonprofit Field Projects International.

UMSL alumna, aerobics teacher gets set for 100th marathon

Mar 30, 2015

Rae Mohrmann is in the spotlight as she prepares to run the Go! St. Louis Marathon in a couple weeks.

Double Date caps victorious year with MADCO collaboration

Mar 23, 2015

“MADCO: Double Date” will take place at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 3 p.m., Sunday at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.

Pride, gratitude mark 2015 Trailblazers celebration

Mar 22, 2015

The annual event is held in celebration of National Women’s History Month and recognizes five UMSL women for their contributions to the university and to society.

Perryman’s perfection earns her Louisville Slugger/NFCA DII National Pitcher of the Week honors

Mar 22, 2015

The softball junior threw consecutive perfect games last week and struck out every batter she faced in one of the games.

Pi Day winner talks digits, memorization

Mar 19, 2015

Freshman Omar Ismail covers his eyes to concentrate on reciting pi, a number with an infinite decimal representation best known by its first three digits (3.14).

Annual International Business Career Conference focuses on ‘Passport to Success’

Mar 19, 2015

More than 450 college students had the opportunity to meet and engage with business professionals during the annual UMSL event.

Theatre of the Oppressed brings healing art to St. Louis

Mar 19, 2015

UMSL faculty collaborated with Shakespeare Festival St. Louis on the workshop that’s designed to teach participants how to use dramatic arts for nonviolent activism.