2 different paths, 1 destination: Mother-daughter teaching duo brings passion for education, nursing to UMSL

Feb 8, 2017

Jodiey Cochran never intended to follow in her mother’s teaching footsteps – until her own UMSL nursing journey gave her the chance.

Eye on UMSL: Night class

Feb 8, 2017

Students arrive for Tuesday evening classes as a sunset illumines the sky and adds a touch of beauty to their day.

Sandra Van Trease among 3 UMSL alums Dancing with the St. Louis Stars

Feb 7, 2017

The BJC Healthcare group president joined Jim Brennan and Marcela Manjarrez Hawn among eight community leaders competing in the annual event to benefit Independence Center.

Newman Center students partner with UMSL social worker to help peers facing homelessness

Feb 6, 2017

When the group recently learned that some of their own classmates were in need, the situation sparked a sense of urgency.

What makes America great? UMSL chancellor offers his take in CUMU column

Feb 6, 2017

It’s “the rich mosaic of people” that institutions like UMSL help educate, he writes in his first column as president of the Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities.

More than beads: Soulard Mardi Gras pumps millions into the local economy

Feb 6, 2017

Tim Lorson discussed the history and breadth of St. Louis’ annual Mardi Gras celebration during a recent UMSL alumni event.

UMSL’s Heritage Leadership program draws crowd from across the country and around the globe

Feb 2, 2017

A love for culture, education and nature has united a cohort in the College of Education that includes several members of the National Park Service.

Students raise their voices for friends near and far

Jan 30, 2017

Over the weekend, Alexis Ramos, Luimil Negrón, Sara Ricárdez, Rahmah Ghazal and Abby Eaker were among those protesting an executive order governing visas and entry into the U.S.

Side by side: A look at school spirit then and now

Jan 30, 2017

Anticipating a week’s worth of homecoming festivities Feb. 13-18, UMSL Daily takes a dive into University Archives to uncover the UMSL spirit of yesteryear as compared to today.

UMSL Tritons weekly rewind

Jan 30, 2017

Junior guard Elijah Watson scored a season-high 27 points on Saturday at William Jewell, but the Cardinals still edged the Tritons, who went 0-2 on the road last week.

UMSL Marketing and Communications launches ‘Choose Your Word’ campaign

Jan 29, 2017

The new effort aims to get to the heart of the university experience – by defining the people who make it great.

UMSL’s newest poet laureate continues a storied tradition

Jan 29, 2017

Bridget McDonald, who became enamored with poetry at age 6 and has been writing ever since, is a graduate student in UMSL’s MFA in Creative Writing program.

UMSL alumna appointed to Missouri State Board of Nursing

Jan 25, 2017

Siteman Kids Nurse Practitioner Taryn Sandheinrich will bring a love for children, families and fellow nurses to her new role.

Deep-down desire to help others: UMSL social work dean brings passion, experience to the job

Jan 24, 2017

Growing up in Marianna, Arkansas, Sharon Johnson’s experience in a low-income, Mississippi River Delta town spurred her career in social work.

UMSL Tritons weekly rewind

Jan 23, 2017

Junior Jordan Fletcher dominated Truman State with 27 points and 20 rebounds on Saturday, helping the UMSL women’s basketball team cap an unbeaten week.

New ‘Whole U’ brings naps, wellness and collaborative possibility to heart of campus

Jan 22, 2017

Secily Adams, assistant director of fitness and wellness, discusses the newly imagined space inside UMSL’s buzzing Millennium Student Center.

St. Louis baseball writers recognize UMSL softball standout Hannah Perryman at annual dinner

Jan 22, 2017

The Tritons’ four-time All-American received the John E. Wray/Myron Holtzman Award, bestowed for achievement in a sport other than baseball.

The science behind love: UMSL’s Sandra Langeslag investigates

Jan 19, 2017

Can human beings regulate how much they love someone? This psychology professor’s recent study says yes.

Nearly 200 UMSL students and employees spend last day of winter break serving others

Jan 17, 2017

A crowd of campus community members helped make Martin Luther King Jr. Day a “day on” rather than the typical day off by making a difference all across St. Louis.

UMSL Staff Association keeps four-legged friends in mind over the holiday season

Jan 17, 2017

St. Louis–based Stray Rescue was the recipient of well over 100 much-needed, animal-friendly items thanks to campus-wide giving.

UMSL Tritons weekly rewind

Jan 17, 2017

Weekend weather wreaked havoc on the schedule for the UMSL swimming teams’ dual home meet with Lindenwood, but the Tritons won 12 events once it got underway.

New faces, new semester, new Weeks of Welcome lineup

Jan 8, 2017

In just a few days the University of Missouri–St. Louis campus will be buzzing again with thousands of people, including about 1,200 new students.

Difference makers: 16 UMSL student stories for 2016

Jan 2, 2017

Here’s a look back at some of the students who have chosen to get involved, lend a hand and overcome great obstacles over the past year.

Knowing languages and cultures gives French and business double major the edge at Anheuser-Busch InBev

Jan 2, 2017

Newly graduated UMSL alumna Sarah Rizzo will soon put her cross-cultural skills to good use at the multinational corporation.

Writing the divide: North St. Louisan, MFA alumnus wins RAC artist fellowship

Jan 2, 2017

Ron Austin is one of 10 local artists to receive a $20,000 artist fellowship from the Regional Arts Commission.

MFA students launch lively Natural Bridge podcast now available on iTunes

Jan 2, 2017

With three episodes already set to stream and download, the new podcast is envisioned as a companion to the literary journal published twice a year.

21-year-old music grad leaves college with no regrets and lots of lessons

Dec 18, 2016

Illinois resident Marta Kersulis credits UMSL faculty members with helping her grow as a pianist – and as a person.

Dec. 17 commencement features 3 ceremonies, 3 honorary degrees and 1,000 graduates

Dec 15, 2016

UMSL welcomes new graduates into the ranks of 96,000 alumni while honoring and hearing from local successes.

Top hospital, top choice: New nursing grad looks forward to working at Barnes-Jewish

Dec 15, 2016

Michelle Arrington is one of nearly 50 graduating College of Nursing students who already have their post-college jobs lined up.

Student center manager, history prize winner, translator: Meet graduating senior James Bragado

Dec 13, 2016

Finishing up degrees in both history and French at UMSL this fall, he’s become a familiar face in the Millennium Student Center as senior student facilities manager.

Women’s Chorale members mentor young St. Louis singers all semester, put on unique concert

Dec 8, 2016

Culminating in this week’s performance at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center, the community-oriented effort was initiated by UMSL faculty member Gail Fleming.

In her own words: Actor and director Jacqueline Thompson finds empowerment on stage, fosters healing in audiences

Dec 7, 2016

Genuine connection with audience members comes first for the assistant professor of theater.

Economics graduate Majana Reis among women featured in The Resilient Souls Project

Dec 6, 2016

The photography exhibit tells stories of survival, including Reis’. She fled civil war in Bosnia as a teenager and earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees at UMSL.

Focusing on forgotten voices: Professor’s research investigates past, future of equal education

Dec 6, 2016

UMSL’s Jerome Morris will be the lead investigator in a study examining St. Louis’ school desegregation program.

Teach in 12: Pivoting careers and talent where they’re needed – in the classroom

Dec 5, 2016

The innovative teacher certification program helps future educators take an accelerated path through training.

Compassionate care earns nursing alumna Julius Beck recognition

Dec 5, 2016

The 2015 graduate received a DAISY Award for her efforts on behalf of one of her patients at Mercy Hospital.

Navigating the UMSL campus just got easier

Dec 1, 2016

Its 470 acres are now interactive, searchable and mobile-friendly thanks to a new campus map created by the university’s web team.

UMSL first stop for incoming UM System president

Nov 30, 2016

During his campus visit this week, Mun Choi shared a collaborative vision that emphasizes student empowerment and community partnerships.

Teacher of the Year connects students to the past, empowers them for the future

Nov 30, 2016

By constantly working to consider history from multiple perspectives, Rob Good hopes his students develop their own sense of purpose and citizenship.

Alongside local teens, Matthew Washausen merges music and design, plans Dec. 16 showcase

Nov 29, 2016

For his senior capstone project, the UMSL graphic design student has been working with the young artists on the poster series “Audio Chroma: The Power of Music and Design.”

Instruments from past inspire double major Dana Channell’s future

Nov 29, 2016

A perfect summer internship opportunity sent the UMSL junior on an exploration that was equal parts music and archaeology.

Zotta scholarship recipient follows in the footsteps of a great nurse who came before her

Nov 27, 2016

Nicole Bates aims to pay it forward as part of a legacy of compassion and excellent care.

Multiple UMSL alumni honored at this year’s Emerson Excellence in Teaching Awards

Nov 17, 2016

Fifteen UMSL grads – all St. Louis metro-area teachers – were honored at Sunday’s event, which took place in Clayton.

Eye on UMSL: Angelic voice

Nov 16, 2016

Soloist Theresa Pancella sings “Only in Sleep” during the University Singers’ rehearsal before their concert in Anheuser-Busch Hall at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.

TASH conference comes to St. Louis this month, boasts strong ties to UMSL

Nov 10, 2016

Several members of the UMSL community, including education Professor April Regester, will take part in the conference under the theme “Gateway to Equity.”

Eye on UMSL: Spheres

Nov 10, 2016

The round window adorning the new UMSL Patient Care Center changes colors depending on how the sunlight hits it at different times of day.

Teaching conference attracts 500 to UMSL

Nov 9, 2016

The Center for Teaching and Learning’s 2016 Focus on Teaching and Technology Conference had more than 100 presenters, 16 of them from UMSL.

UMSL Patient Care Center, new home for College of Optometry, hosts grand opening

Nov 8, 2016

Designed with beauty and functionality in mind, the PCC boasts 35,000 square feet of clinical space, an abundance of new technology and partnership opportunities.

Criminology students get glimpse of what traffic stops are like for law enforcement officers

Nov 7, 2016

Students from the Criminology and Criminal Justice Undergraduate Student Association went through a series of role-playing exercises with the Missouri State Highway Patrol.

St. Louis youth, University Singers spend rare hour with the most awarded a cappella group in history

Nov 6, 2016

They had plenty of questions for acclaimed sextet Take 6, who performed and interacted with the students during a free Lunch and Learn event at the Touhill.