Campus Screen app assists students, faculty and staff monitoring their own health daily

Aug 17, 2020

The app, developed at Stanbridge University, takes users through a series of questions about their health symptoms, contacts they might have had with other people and recent travel.

Chancellor Kristin Sobolik joins panel discussing the need for lasting change to combat systemic racism

Aug 17, 2020

PBS NewsHour journalist Fred de Sam Lazaro moderated the 90-minute discussion put on by the Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities.

Dual awards support Professor Erika Gibb’s work with comets, student mentoring

Aug 14, 2020

By examining the composition of comets, the professor of physics and astrophysics seeks insights into the origins of water and life on Earth.

Chancellor Kristin Sobolik, alumnae, named to St. Louis Business Journal ‘Most Influential’ list

Aug 14, 2020

The St. Louis Business Journal named Sobolik and alumnae Shawntelle Fisher and Cathleen Arshadi to its 2020 list of “Most Influential Business Women.”

Times Higher Education ranks UMSL No. 52 in the world on its list of ‘Best Universities for Reducing Inequalities’

Aug 14, 2020

UMSL serves a diverse student body, including a significant number of first-generation college students and students from lower-income backgrounds.

Aurora Blanchard draws on experiences in the kitchen, traveling for Peruvian Spanish-to-English food dictionary

Aug 11, 2020

Blanchard’s time at the Peruvian restaurant Astrid y Gaston inspired the pocket guide, which includes translations and pictures of regional fruits, herbs and vegetables.

Campus buildings get new look and a message of pride and unity in time for fall semester

Aug 10, 2020

Wendy Allison, the lead graphic designer for University Marketing and Communications, designed the “We Are UMSL Tritons” graphics now on display around campus.

St. Louis-based artists Julian Curran, Lola Ogbara and Emma Vidal featured in “Exposure 21: Three Myths” at Gallery 210

Aug 10, 2020

The exhibition will be presented online beginning on Aug. 29 and run through Dec. 5.

Alumnus Andres Hun Von Chong gives back to UMSL

Aug 10, 2020

The College of Business Administration graduate and software engineer is supporting students in need by donating funds to help cover tuition costs.

Doctoral student Zachary Schwartz is the voice behind folk-rock act The Hollow Ends

Aug 10, 2020

Schwartz released his full-length album, “Bears in Mind,” in 2018. His folk-rock songs often draw on themes such as mental health, mortality and relationships.

UM System community engagement grant provides needed refresh for Mobile Eye Center

Aug 7, 2020

A community engagement grant from the University of Missouri System Office of Engagement and Outreach covered a generator upgrade and new bus wrap.

UMSL extends test-optional admissions process for 2021-2022 applicants

Aug 6, 2020

UMSL has suspended the standardized testing requirement for first-time undergraduate students for the coming academic year.

Marie Mora receives Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring

Aug 4, 2020

The awards were given during a virtual ceremony Monday afternoon from the White House and administered by the National Science Foundation.

Office of New Student Programs welcomes incoming Tritons through virtual orientation

Aug 3, 2020

Student orientation leaders offered guidance to incoming freshmen and transfer students during virtual orientation sessions.

UMSL students highlight football poetry at Sport Literature Association Conference

Aug 3, 2020

Associate Professor of English Scott Peterson arranged for students in his Special Topics in Literature class to present papers during the virtual event.

College of Optometry partnership with Affinia Healthcare helps address health care equity in St. Louis

Aug 3, 2020

Under the supervision of UMSL optometry faculty, fourth-year students help provide affordable primary and preventive health care in downtown St. Louis.

Mary Edwin wins NCDA Article of the Year

Jul 30, 2020

The National Career Development Association recognized Edwin’s article on STEM career aspirations among high school students in Career Development Quarterly.

Community Psychological Service launching new psychosocial rehabilitation group for adults recovering from COVID-19

Jul 30, 2020

Professor Ann Steffen is leading the sessions designed for adults ages 50 and older who were hospitalized with the disease.

MSW student contributes to Forward Through Ferguson with COVID-19 research

Jul 29, 2020

Lacey Corbett’s work on the report identified the disproportionate effect of COVID-19 on Black communities in St. Louis and clarified misinformation.

Ask an Expert: Shirley Porterfield shares insight on vote for Medicaid expansion

Jul 28, 2020

The professor of social work discussed the pros and cons of the proposed amendment to the Missouri constitution ahead of next week’s election.

EdD alumni search for a solution to summer slide

Jul 27, 2020

Scott Osborne and Bob Shaw found that weekly virtual lessons and timely feedback can lead to academic gains rather than losses during the summer.

CLIMB program adapts to engage area high school students amid COVID-19 pandemic

Jul 27, 2020

The 14 interns from Jennings and University City have worked remotely researching COVID-19 and the reasons for its outsized impact on the African American community.

George and Melissa Paz make largest single philanthropic gift in UMSL’s history

Jul 27, 2020

The former Express Scripts chairman and CEO and his wife have made a $4 million donation to support scholarships with the aim of increasing access to education.

Professor Janet Y. Murray named Woman of the Year by Women in the Academy of International Business

Jul 27, 2020

The award honors Murray’s research on gender and international business as well as her commitment to supporting women in academia.

Alumnus Michael McKeever achieves IT success at Charter Communications

Jul 24, 2020

McKeever met UMSL alumnus and Charter’s Senior Director of IT Joe Eimer while presenting his capstone project, a connection that led to McKeever landing a position at Charter.

Jeffry Faulkner overcomes lack of resources to graduate with engineering job

Jul 24, 2020

Inspired by an interest in architecture and construction, Faulkner earned his BS in civil engineering and now works at Parsons.

Tabari Coleman guides students through discussions about racial prejudice in ‘Dialogue, Decisions and Dissonance’

Jul 20, 2020

Coleman, the director of professional development at the Anti-Defamation League, will lead the last session in the three-part series at 11 a.m. Thursday.

UMSL leaders look toward fall semester at virtual town hall

Jul 20, 2020

Panelists answered viewers’ questions about classes, events, social distancing and more ahead of students returning to campus for the fall 2020 semester.

Community Psychological Service launching group therapy session for race-related stress and trauma

Jul 17, 2020

Clinical Assistant Professor John Nanney is coordinating the free, weekly, hour-long sessions, which will begin Thursday evening online or via telephone.

Report names UMSL top five Missouri institution for graduating students with less debt

Jul 16, 2020

Degrees with Less Debt named UMSL a top institution in the state for strategies that support enrollment and graduation of Black and Pell-eligible students.

Ask an Expert: Ray Mundy sees pitfalls in airport privatization bills

Jul 16, 2020

The director emeritus of the UMSL Center for Transportation Studies and executive director of the Airport Ground Transportation Association on the new bills.

Professor James Bashkin talks PPE, antiviral treatments and green chemistry on Scientific Sense podcast

Jul 16, 2020

Bashkin joined host Gill Eapen to discuss several projects including an affordable, portable sterilizer for N95 masks and other PPE.

Optometry alumna’s Humaneyezing Healthcare brings the art of doctoring to Instagram

Jul 15, 2020

With her Instagram account, Delaram Shirazian brings together her passion for improving doctor-patient communication and community health care.

Lav Gupta among UM System researchers working to improve broadband access in rural Missouri

Jul 13, 2020

The assistant professor led a discussion on the challenges of building broadband infrastructure in Bollinger County during a June 1 workshop and shared takeaways in a recent webinar.

Badri Adhikari receives NSF grant for research on protein distance prediction

Jul 13, 2020

Adhikari’s research uses artificial intelligence to create algorithms that predict the distance between protein pairs in amino acids – an issue characterized as a top 100 unsolved problem.

College of Education photo contest connects students during quarantine

Jul 13, 2020

Student Success Coordinator Karen Allman created the contest, so students in the College of Education could share their experiences during quarantine.

Bob Baumann retires after five decades with UMSL Global

Jul 13, 2020

Bob Baumann has helped hundreds of UMSL students travel the world during his 45-year career with UMSL Global, where he went from temporary research assistant to assistant director.

‘Where We Live’ course impacts communities and students alike

Jul 13, 2020

Grace Morrow, Sophie Loban and Ngoc Nguyen made brochures, banners and a video for Spanish Lake and University City for the community engagement course.

UMSL sees more than 21 percent increase in fundraising during 2020 fiscal year

Jul 10, 2020

Successful initiatives like the UMSL Strong Scholarship and Triton Emergency Fund have helped the university support students during challenging economic times.

Lilies from Missouri Botanical Garden add to the beauty of UMSL’s North Campus

Jul 8, 2020

Grounds Supervisor Gregory Ward donated the lilies with a matching contribution from members of the Greater St. Louis Daffodil Society and North American Lily Society.

UMSL Excellence in Civic Engagement Awards honor faculty, staff and students who promote democratic process

Jul 7, 2020

The Civic Engagement Coalition recognized Anita Manion, Blaine Milligan, Charlie Gentry, Lucy Grimshaw and Jasmin Williams for promoting civic activities on and off campus.

Uma A. Segal receives President’s Award for Cross-Cultural Engagement

Jul 7, 2020

Segal was recognized for promoting cross-cultural engagement through education, research and service. Her work has focused on immigrant and refugee populations and global migrations.

Social work graduate Justin Bennett makes a difference in the community, the classroom and the State Capitol

Jul 6, 2020

Bennett has worked with Missouri Department of Mental Health and the VA and views social work as a connection to the community through advocacy, service and social justice.

New ‘hot topics’ history class considers the role of the Electoral College

Jul 6, 2020

Students discussed the history and mechanics of the Electoral College, proposing and voting on the five different reforms and replacements for the current presidential election system.

Kim Baldus named Honors College associate dean

Jul 6, 2020

In her new role, which begins in August, Baldus will work to grow the Honors College, form connections and provide support for its close-knit community of students, faculty and staff.

Tanisha Stevens appointed first-ever vice chancellor for diversity, equity and inclusion

Jul 6, 2020

In the elevated role, Stevens will oversee inclusive excellence at UMSL and lead strategic diversity and inclusion initiatives to ensure that all thrive.

Keith Womer named interim dean of the College of Business Administration

Jul 2, 2020

Womer, who served as dean from 2004-2013, is replacing retired Dean Charles Hoffman as UMSL conducts a national search for a permanent successor.

MIMH’s Rachel Winograd helps lead regional dialogue about racial disparities in overdose deaths

Jul 1, 2020

More than 100 people tuned into the June 19 videoconference as Winograd and Dr. Kanika Turner discussed systemic issues that have resulted in so much inequity in St. Louis.

Chris Spilling named vice chancellor for research and economic and community development

Jun 29, 2020

The newly created role, which leads and guides both research and community and economic development, is the latest in Spilling’s 31-year career at UMSL.

Alumna Elizabeth Eikmann talks St. Louis suffrage history in US Courts video

Jun 26, 2020

Eikmann discovered her passion for history and English while taking honors classes at UMSL. Her research on suffragist Virginia Minor was featured in a U.S. Courts production.