The baseball team secured the No. 8 seed in the Great Lakes Valley Conference Tournament after taking two out of three in a wet weekend series against Maryville.
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UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
The baseball team secured the No. 8 seed in the Great Lakes Valley Conference Tournament after taking two out of three in a wet weekend series against Maryville.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
The baseball team secured the No. 8 seed in the Great Lakes Valley Conference Tournament after taking two out of three in a wet weekend series against Maryville.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
The baseball team secured the No. 8 seed in the Great Lakes Valley Conference Tournament after taking two out of three in a wet weekend series against Maryville.
Assistant Professor Dan Grossman’s paper on Self-Invitation Hesitation drawing national interest
Grossman and his colleagues found that potential self-inviters overestimate how irritated plan-holders would be by self-invitations.
Assistant Professor Dan Grossman’s paper on Self-Invitation Hesitation drawing national interest
Grossman and his colleagues found that potential self-inviters overestimate how irritated plan-holders would be by self-invitations.
Assistant Professor Dan Grossman’s paper on Self-Invitation Hesitation drawing national interest
Grossman and his colleagues found that potential self-inviters overestimate how irritated plan-holders would be by self-invitations.
UMSL providing educational opportunities, scholarships to students in Ferguson-Florissant International Baccalaureate Program
The new partnership reflects UMSL’s commitment to expanding access to higher education and supporting student success in the St. Louis region.
UMSL providing educational opportunities, scholarships to students in Ferguson-Florissant International Baccalaureate Program
The new partnership reflects UMSL’s commitment to expanding access to higher education and supporting student success in the St. Louis region.
UMSL providing educational opportunities, scholarships to students in Ferguson-Florissant International Baccalaureate Program
The new partnership reflects UMSL’s commitment to expanding access to higher education and supporting student success in the St. Louis region.
School of Engineering Founding Director George Nnanna meets with UMSL supporters at welcome event
Nnanna, who officially started April 1, has been busy building the School of Engineering curriculum and hiring faculty members in preparation for welcoming the inaugural cohort for the fall semester.
School of Engineering Founding Director George Nnanna meets with UMSL supporters at welcome event
Nnanna, who officially started April 1, has been busy building the School of Engineering curriculum and hiring faculty members in preparation for welcoming the inaugural cohort for the fall semester.
School of Engineering Founding Director George Nnanna meets with UMSL supporters at welcome event
Nnanna, who officially started April 1, has been busy building the School of Engineering curriculum and hiring faculty members in preparation for welcoming the inaugural cohort for the fall semester.
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Outstanding UMSL faculty receive honors at UM System awards ceremony
The University of Missouri Board of Curators and UM System President Timothy M. Wolfe honored five University of...
National optometry website features UMSL student
Devin Sasser is making the most of his time at the University of Missouri–St. Louis. The third-year optometry student has taken an active roll on the College of Optometry’s admissions committee. And he’s a member of the American Optometric Student Association Board of Trustees and vice president of the local National Optometric Student Association chapter.
UMSL’s ramped-up social, digital media programs highlighted by St. Louis Business Journal
As new social networking platforms are born and digital branding applications created, staying on top of the ever-growing scene is more important than ever to marketers and business professionals.
UMSL psychology student hits the road with A Big Sad Whale
When he isn’t in class, University of Missouri–St. Louis senior psychology major Zach Petzel is writing songs, playing local gigs and preparing for his first big tour.
Halterman named Midwest Region Coach of the Year
University of Missouri–St. Louis head men’s golf coach Troy Halterman was named Eaton Golf Midwest Region Coach of the Year by the Golf Coaches Association.
UMSL political scientist talks Bosnian Muslims; article features alumni brothers
For more than 20 years, St. Louis has become home to thousands of Bosnian refugees. The St. Louis Post-Dispatch took a comprehensive look Sunday at how the Bosnian community in greater St. Louis has grown and changed over the years. The article “Making St. Louis home: The Bosnian resettlement, 20 years later,” written by reporter Doug Moore, included insight from University of Missouri–St. Louis political scientist Farida Jalalzai on Bosnian Musli
73 UMSL student-athletes named to Academic All-GLVC Team
The Great Lakes Valley Conference has released its list of Academic All-Conference selections for the 2012-13 academic year, and the University of Missouri–St. Louis had a record 73 student-athletes receive recognition for their academic accomplishments.
Maker of new social media app joins UMSL’s ITE incubator
The maker of a new social media app recently moved his business into Innovative Technology Enterprises, an incubator for startup companies at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.
Advertising organization names UMSL scholar advisor of the year
Kristy Tucciarone, associate teaching professor of media studies at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, has been recognized for her student leadership efforts.
UMSL alumnus looks to expand successful restaurant business
Kenny Truong appears to have cooked up a successful business model with his restaurant, The Rice House. The concept came together after Truong combined the business knowledge he gained from his University of Missouri–St. Louis degree with his parents’ authentic Chinese recipes, according to a recent Florissant (Mo.) Patch article.
UMSL international studies scholar discusses US-China relationship
The relationship between the U.S. and China continues to thaw, as evidenced by a recent two-day summit between President Barack Obama and his Chinese counterpart, who both vowed to usher in a “new model” of relations.
UMSL staff member, alumni named ‘30 Under 30’
A University of Missouri–St. Louis staff member and three alumni are among the young professionals being honored in the St. Louis Business Journal’s 2013 “30 Under 30” class.
Career Services director gives advice to upcoming, new graduates
Teresa Balestreri, director of career services at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, said in a recent West (St. Louis County) Newsmagazine article that upcoming and recent graduates should plan ahead, gain experience and take a targeted approach.
UMSL students sift through Missouri history
Equipped with trowels, brushes and plenty of mosquito spray, a group of University of Missouri–St. Louis students recently worked to unearth St. Louis history.
Hannah Perryman named Third Team All-American by NFCA and Daktronics, Inc.
Freshman pitcher Hannah Perryman of the University of Missouri–St. Louis softball team has been named a 2013 National Fastpitch Coaches Association Softball All-American. Perryman was selected to the third team and is just the fourth player in program history to be named a NCAA Division II All-American. She was also named a Third Team All-American by Daktronics, Inc.
UMSL economist talks housing, renting versus owning
As economic conditions improve and interest rates remain low, more people are looking to buy homes, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. But William Rogers, associate professor of economics at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, cautioned that prospective homeowners shouldn’t overestimate the return on investment for owning a house.
Composers Circle spotlights UMSL’s Barbara Harbach
Composers Circle featured composer Barbara Harbach, professor of music at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, and her extraordinary orchestral music.
St. Louis Public Radio’s Veronique LaCapra named PRX STEM competition winner
St. Louis Public Radio | 90.7 KWMU science reporter Véronique LaCapra is one of the winners of a competition sponsored by the Public Radio Exchange, or PRX, to fund public radio stories about science, technology, engineering and math.
UMSL student awarded research grant to study molecules
While $1,000 in research funding might not sound like a significant amount, to Hung Nguyen, a senior at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, it’s practically a windfall.
UMSL donors create 19 scholarships; 35 more in the works for next year
University of Missouri–St. Louis students will have 19 new scholarship options to help pay for school this fall thanks to university donors and a program established by Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon and implemented by the University of Missouri System.
UMSL political scientist to discuss US Constitution’s origin at book-signing event
UMSL political scientist David Robertson will discuss and sign copies of his new book at 7 p.m. June 6 in the auditorium of the University City (Mo.) Public Library, 6701 Delmar Blvd.
UMSL historian to be featured on C-SPAN
Adell Patton, associate professor of history at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, will draw on personal observations and years of extensive research as a panelist discussing poverty in America in a segment to be featured on C-SPAN’s history.
UMSL biologist helps shed light on why penguins lost their ability to fly
A team of researchers examined two diving seabird species that still have some ability to fly – the thick-billed murres, which are wing-propelled divers, and the pelagic cormorant, which are foot-propelled divers.
Connection to Hungary spurs scholar’s passion for cultural engagement
Rita Csapó-Sweet grew up a first-generation Hungarian-American. Her parents came to the United States after World War...
UMSL professor joins advisory group at Peruvian university
Tom McPhail, professor of media studies and chair of the Department of Theatre, Dance and Media Studies at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, has accepted an invitation to join an advisory group at the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru.
UMSL student to earn first Actuarial Studies Certificate
A variety of studies and media outlets agree: the actuarial field is booming even among these tough economic times. A recent analysis put together by CareerCast, a job search portal that says its analysis is a quarter century in the making, states that growth in the actuarial field is set to outpace all other professions. Keeping true to its commitment to prepare students for the changing job market, UMSL now offers a Certificate in Actuarial Studies through the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science. And given the profession’s booming future, it’s perhaps no surprise the first recipient of the certificate, Nicholas Brune, is completing his entire undergraduate curriculum in only three years.
Shweta Galande advances to 3rd NCAA Women’s Golf Championship as an individual
Senior Shweta Galande (pictured) of the University of Missouri–St. Louis women’s golf team has earned a spot in the NCAA Championship for the third time in her career as the UMSL Tritons wrapped up play in the East Regional on Tuesday at the Joliet (Ill.) Country Club.
Bob Sundvold introduced as UMSL head men’s basketball coach
Bob Sundvold, a veteran coach with more than 30 years of experience as both a head coach and assistant coach, has been named the head men’s basketball coach at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.
UMSL baseball, softball pitchers break records
On the same day last week, a pair of University of Missouri–St. Louis pitching records were broken on the same day: one by softball freshman Hannah Perryman (pictured), the other by baseball senior Kyle Renaud.
Women’s golf posts runner-up finish at GLVC Championship; Hoag, Galande make All-GLVC team
The University of Missouri–St. Louis women’s golf team posted its third straight top three finish at the Great Lakes Valley Conference Championship, finishing in second place at the league’s annual tournament, held on Saturday and Sunday at Annbriar Golf Club in Waterloo, Ill.
Women’s semipro basketball team St. Louis Surge to open season at UMSL
For the St. Louis Surge’s 2013 season, the women’s semiprofessional basketball team will call the University of Missouri–St. Louis home. The Surge will kick off its season with a home opener, taking on the Atlanta Tarheels. The game will begin at 7:05 p.m. May 4 in the Mark Twain Athletic & Fitness Center at UMSL.
UMSL scholars honored by Academy of Science of St. Louis
Two University of Missouri– St. Louis scholars were honored for their innovative work in the sciences by the Academy of Science of St. Louis.
Summer STARS program to draw students from across the nation to UMSL
It’s a dream come true for aspiring teenage scientists – the chance to work side-by-side with top scientists and gain hands-on experience within a laboratory research setting.
Higher education group from Zimbabwe stops by UMSL
A delegation of higher education officials from Zimbabwe visited the University of Missouri–St. Louis on April 18 to learn about higher ed in the U.S.
UMSL’s super heroes help to battle cancer
More than 350 people on 33 teams raised more than $17,000 to fight cancer last Friday at Relay for Life at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.
Criminologist discusses Boston Marathon explosives
As investigators continue to piece together information and evidence from Monday’s tragic Boston Marathon bombings, officials have discovered that Anti-Personnel Improvised Explosive Devices were used. These devices are easy to make and can cause serious damage.
UMSL nursing, optometry students take part in free health fair
A normal blood sugar reading drew a sigh of relief from one woman. Another promised to follow-up with a doctor after being told her headaches are likely related to her high blood pressure.
Nursing professor elected president-elect of Oncology Nursing Society
The Oncology Nursing Society has named Margaret Barton-Burke, the Mary Ann Lee Endowed Professor of Oncology Nursing at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, president-elect of the organization.
1 scholar to lead philosophy, psychology society; another nabs Princeton fellowship
It’s a few months into 2013, and the Department of Philosophy at the University of Missouri–St. Louis is already off to a stellar year.
Photography students show off their work at Gallery FAB
For her senior thesis exhibit, Sarah Zimmerle tapped friends, family and even some strangers, who all journeyed down to her basement to mug for her personal photo booth, which she’d constructed of PVC piping and black cloth.
Study finds credit report errors less prevalent than claimed by consumer advocates, still occur
A multi-year study recently completed by researchers in the Center for Business and Industrial Studies at the University of Missouri–St. Louis found that credit bureau data are sufficiently accurate to support institutions in issuing and managing credit, but a small percentage of individual consumers can be harmed significantly by errors in their files. The $1.13 million study, commissioned by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission, to record the accuracy of information maintained by the major U.S. credit reporting agencies, was conducted by L. Douglas Smith, director of the Center for Business and Industrial Studies and professor of management science at UMSL; Thomas Eyssell, associate dean and director of the College of Business Administration’s registered Financial Planning program; Maureen Karig, senior research associate with the Center for Business and Industrial Studies at UMSL; Mike Staten, professor at University of Arizona in Tucson; graduate researchers at UMSL and UA, and professionals and senior economists at Fair Isaac Corporation.
AT&T gift to UMSL’s Opportunity Scholars now totals $500,000
Eric’el Johnson has set her sights on being a professor of electrical engineering. Her classmate Ellen Vehige wants to build bridges as a civil engineer. Thanks to the Opportunity Scholars Program at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, these two college freshmen could play a critical role in the St. Louis region’s future.
Hazelwood West high schoolers learn about optometry profession at UMSL
About 30 Hazelwood (Mo.) West High School students recently received a first-hand look into the field of optometry courtesy of the University of Missouri–St. Louis. The College of Optometry at UMSL presented the event.
UMSL begins 3-party agreement to enhance students’ global MBA experience
Part of a great business program is the opportunity to have an international experience and see business through a global lens. Students pursing a master’s of business administration degree at the University of Missouri–St. Louis now have another option to make that experience a reality.
UMSL Trailblazers ceremony hits another high note
St. Louis entertainers Carolbeth True and Deborah Scharn provided a lively beginning to this year’s Trailblazers ceremony at the University of Missouri–St. Louis. Their renditions of Helen Reddy’s 1971 hit ”I Am Woman” and “I’m A Woman,” popularized by Peggy Lee in 1962, had the audience clapping and singing along
Upgrades made to MetroLink near UMSL South station
John Nations, president and chief executive officer at Metro and University of Missouri–St. Louis alumnus, BS public administration 1985, announces on March 8 the completion of a nearly $10 million light rail interlocking project near the UMSL South MetroLink station. It will allow Metro to more effectively maintain the rail system while minimizing system delays. Joining Nations are (from left) William Ray, special assistant to St. Louis County Executive Charlie Dooley, Mokhtee Ahmad, regional administrator for Region 7 of U.S. Department of Transportation, and Chancellor Tom George of UMSL.
UMSL students offer tax preparation services to area residents
Tax season is in full swing but for some people the cost of preparing the annual returns can be taxing. Students from the College of Business Administration at the University of Missouri–St. Louis want to ease the burden by offering free tax preparation services to low-income taxpayers and senior citizens through April 13 at various locations.
Inspiring the next generation of learners
Later today, I’m going to make a slight departure from my normal schedule — and wardrobe — when I wear a 2-foot-high red and white striped top hat, sit down among a roomful of grade school kids and do my best Cat in the Hat impersonation.
‘UMSL in Glass’ wall dedicated at sunset ceremony
The idea grew from a class last spring in advertising techniques taught by Kristy Tucciarone, associate teaching professor of media studies at the University of Missouri–St. Louis. At the time, the university was planning the yearlong Jubilee celebration of its 50th anniversary in 2013.
UMSL’s family, friends gather to celebrate 50 years together
It was a family affair. They arrived in twos and threes. Others had more than four in their groups. And they all came to celebrate an institution that had made a difference in their lives.
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