Association recognizes up-and-coming UMSL fundraiser Jarel Loveless

Oct 27, 2017

The associate director of development will receive an Outstanding Young Professional Award in November.

Unassuming but vibrant Paul Artspace, founded by UMSL professor, draws residents from St. Louis and around the world

Oct 27, 2017

Ever since grad school, Michael Behle had hoped to create some kind of artist collective if he ever got the chance.

U.S. Bank awards UMSL students cybersecurity scholarships

Oct 23, 2017

David Autry, Alan Alyas and Vii Bishop are the first recipients of the new scholarship.

St. Louis Public Radio’s Kelly Moffitt earns fellowship, moves on to StoryCorps

Oct 18, 2017

She recently discussed her passion for local storytelling and what she’s appreciated most about her time at STLPR.

Mural adds finishing touch to reimagined Office of Student Involvement

Oct 16, 2017

The space is even more inviting now that eye-catching, UMSL-themed artwork fills one whole wall.

Criminology alumni making impact in civilian roles in St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department

Oct 16, 2017

Will Werner, Sherri Schaefer and Emily Blackburn support commissioned officers through their work in planning, application development and crime analysis, respectively.

Optometry offers Alex Gada a second chance at a career she loves

Oct 16, 2017

The third-year student’s love of learning and passion for helping people made returning to school later in life worth all the effort.

Seeing a brother through treatment, hospital volunteering and vascular research make up the Saffafs’ pre-med experience

Oct 9, 2017

Omar, Alaa and Khalid Saffaf volunteer at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, where Omar received treatment and where they were inspired to pursue medical careers.

Keith Stine honored with St. Louis Award for his contributions to profession of chemistry

Oct 2, 2017

The St. Louis Section of the American Chemical Society recognized the UMSL professor at a banquet Friday night at Glen Echo Country Club.

Meet the newest UMSL Bridge Program Express Scripts Scholars

Oct 2, 2017

Five more local teens are now benefiting from UMSL scholarships made possible through a partnership of Express Scripts and the university’s Bridge Program.

Alumna continues family tradition as ‘Jeopardy!’ contestant

Oct 2, 2017

Mary Grace Buckley will test her trivia knowledge on an episode of “Jeopardy!” that airs later this month.

Physics Professor Bob Henson’s 50 years of service to UMSL recognized on campus, in Post-Dispatch

Sep 28, 2017

Chancellor Tom George presented him with a photo collage of UMSL images in recognition of his long tenure at Wednesday’s State of the University Address.

Greek Studies Professor Michael Cosmopoulos elected to Royal Society of Canada

Sep 25, 2017

Cosmopoulos’ latest honor comes on the heels of his induction to the European Academy of Sciences and Arts in March.

Business alumna takes talents internationally with Mastercard

Sep 22, 2017

Tammy Hawkins is open to her software engineering career taking her just about anywhere in the world.

UMSL’s first diversity and LGBTQ+ coordinator looks to build on institutional commitment to inclusion

Sep 21, 2017

In his new role – first proposed to campus administrators by students – Harry Hawkins aims to strengthen existing initiatives and foster some new ones.

Economics student gets up-close view of Washington interning in Sen. Claire McCaskill’s office

Sep 16, 2017

Graduate student Jordan Lucas gained a better understanding of government and an affinity for Washington’s vibrance through his experience over the summer.

EP release, graduation up next for UMSL violinist and media studies major

Sep 12, 2017

Mario Miles-Turnage’s musical style draws on years of classical training and a knack for exploring what the violin can bring to many different genres.

Nicole Gevers finds harmony between academics, extensive campus involvement

Sep 11, 2017

The civil engineering major and honors student is soaking in all aspects of UMSL campus life.

St. Louis Business Journal honors 3 UMSL alumni among this year’s Diverse Business Leaders Award recipients

Sep 11, 2017

Eric Madkins, Marcela Manjarrez Hawn and Jason Jan were among 23 individuals, businesses and organizations recognized last week at a luncheon in downtown St. Louis.

Keeta Holmes honored as a top 30 technology leader

Sep 8, 2017

After reading Converge magazine for years, Keeta Holmes can now see her own work recognized in the publication.

UMSL faculty member, students drum up excitement during Missouri Botanical Garden’s Japanese Festival

Sep 5, 2017

St. Louis Osuwa Taiko drummers (from left) Jack Glennon, Hitomi Salini and Natsuki Kobayashi are all members of the UMSL campus community.

Education alumnus named executive director of Teach for America–St. Louis

Sep 2, 2017

The new position has Warren Morgan, MEd 2009, returning to his “teaching home” to promote educational equity across St. Louis schools.

Felesha Clarke first recipient of the Dr. Donald Suggs Scholarship at UMSL

Aug 31, 2017

The freshman was valedictorian of her high school class at Lift for Life Academy and plans to study engineering through the Joint Engineering Program.

Ameren IT hopeful, UMSL computer science major sees new possibilities after returning to school

Aug 29, 2017

Jacob Li went back for a computer science degree despite not having any coding experience. Now he’s an IT intern at Ameren.

UMSL grad’s mission at Eat Sandwiches is to ‘feed people good food’

Aug 24, 2017

Byron Smith is the co-owner, operator and chef of Eat Sandwiches, which opened last fall near Tower Grove Park in south St. Louis.

PhD student Eric Vorst examines incivility on social media and its potential impact on political engagement

Aug 19, 2017

Vorst is set to defend his dissertation later this month.

Fred Fausz bids farewell to his ‘weird office’ full of artifacts, loaning many to National Park Service

Aug 18, 2017

The history professor is retiring this month after 26 years of service at UMSL.

Nursing alumna Lisa Meadows aims for change, one child at a time

Aug 16, 2017

The Nurse of the Year Award winner recently took on a new role as director of St. Louis Children’s Hospital’s Healthy Kids Express program.

Michael Plumb named new editor-in-chief of The Current

Aug 13, 2017

The MBA student and media studies alumnus aims to increase engagement with the UMSL community.

Seeing education open up a world of possibility in his own life keeps Alan Byrd eager to help change things for others

Aug 11, 2017

The UMSL dean of enrollment will be honored next month with an Excellence in Education Award from the St. Louis American Foundation.

Sibling squabble inspires innovative tax teaching method

Aug 6, 2017

Runners of all varieties have a thing or two to learn from Michele Meckfessel and her tax research students.

Elizabeth Eckelkamp named UMSL’s first associate provost for student success

Aug 6, 2017

Currently an associate dean in the College of Arts and Sciences, she will step into the new role Aug. 28.

Balancing art, studies and work, Brock Seals adds premiere of 50 Paint Bottles to the mix

Aug 5, 2017

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch recently named the UMSL student among 10 emerging artists who are doing big things in the St. Louis arts scene.

Paid UMSL internships offer Jennings high school students collegiate research experience

Jul 31, 2017

Meet five of the 13 high school students and learn about their research, internship experience and future hopes and dreams.

MPPA graduate Cordaryl Patrick working to spur economic development in north St. Louis County

Jul 29, 2017

He serves as the economic recovery coordinator for the St. Louis Economic Development Partnership, aiding businesses in Ferguson, Dellwood and Jennings.

Greg Geisler’s research shows HSAs could provide benefits over 401(k)s

Jul 28, 2017

Misconceptions about health savings accounts may keep employees from reaching financial goals faster.

St. Louis Press Club honors 2 UMSL student journalists

Jul 27, 2017

Both enthusiastic contributors to The Current, Candice Murdock and Kat Riddler share a curiosity about others’ lives and perspectives.

Alla Voskoboynikova recognized with Steinway award for outstanding piano instruction

Jul 22, 2017

Steinway Piano Gallery of St. Louis applauded the UMSL music faculty member’s excellence in helping students achieve their maximum potential.

From intern to director: Tim Hydar makes big leap at Little Bit Foundation

Jul 21, 2017

The 2016 business grad is making a positive impact for St. Louis students by managing the annual distribution of more than 200,000 essential items.

Love of vision, love of country: 4 UMSL optometry students earn full-ride Army scholarships

Jul 19, 2017

Jessica Arnoldy, Marie Lulette Fermil, Jacquelyn Tyra and Kailey Utley will be fulfilling double duty as both optometrists and commissioned officers in the Army.

Communication alumnus Pasha Zalutski gaining attention as Russia’s first openly gay comedian

Jul 19, 2017

The 2003 graduate appeared on the Russian television show “Otkryti Mikrofon” and has performed in cities such as Kiev, Prague and St. Petersburg.

Chemistry professor’s blue emitters for OLEDs offer high school student cutting-edge collegiate research experience

Jul 16, 2017

Janet Wilking is making blue light-emitting molecules more stable. They’re used to light screens of electronic devices, which interested STARS student Preston Willis.

Triton Globetrotters: Students share stories from semester abroad

Jul 15, 2017

By stepping out of familiar territory, three UMSL students were able to test their limits and exercise introspection while earning credits toward their degrees.

BFA alumnus’s local gallery show ‘Altar of Commerce’ probes consequences of globalization

Jul 15, 2017

“Played” – over 12 feet in width – is among the pieces that Bryan Robertson will have on display July 22 to Aug. 26 at the Cathy Gregory Studio Gallery.

Nearing end of college career that began at age 15, UMSL student has sights set on music industry

Jul 5, 2017

An accomplished violinist, singer and songwriter, Abigail Stahlschmidt has a new single playing on local radio.

5 couples who found lasting love at UMSL share their stories of meeting on campus

Jul 2, 2017

A cherry tree, chance encounters and more make up the stories of five couples whose relationships started on campus and blossomed into lifelong love.

Engineering student focuses on ‘healing light’ for health-care patients in award-winning research

Jul 1, 2017

What started as a side project became nationally recognized student research for electrical designer Marissa Sexton.

Communication alumnus Frank Cusumano settling into dream job at KSDK

Jun 29, 2017

The 1984 UMSL graduate has been a fixture at the station for more than 20 years but took on the role of sports director in November.

Niquita Loftis climbs ladder in federal probation department

Jun 22, 2017

Loftis completed her fourth UMSL degree – a PhD in criminology and criminal justice – in the spring while settling into a supervisor position at the office in Las Vegas.

2 UMSL alumni named Teacher of the Year

Jun 21, 2017

In Kansas City and St. Charles County, respectively, Derrik Wiggins and Katelyn Freiert are making a real difference in the lives of young Missouri students.