Miller also discussed current cultural expressions of the structures during Thursday’s special presentation.
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Professor Laura Miller details history of Japanese burial mounds during ‘Kofun Mania’ digital event
Miller also discussed current cultural expressions of the structures during Thursday’s special presentation.
Professor Laura Miller details history of Japanese burial mounds during ‘Kofun Mania’ digital event
Miller also discussed current cultural expressions of the structures during Thursday’s special presentation.
Professor Laura Miller details history of Japanese burial mounds during ‘Kofun Mania’ digital event
Miller also discussed current cultural expressions of the structures during Thursday’s special presentation.
Sherry Hieken, Olivia Mendez-Alm and Dat Le receive UMSL Hero Awards
This month, UMSL recognizes Sherry Hieken, Olivia Mendez-Alm and Dat Le with the UMSL Hero Awards.
Sherry Hieken, Olivia Mendez-Alm and Dat Le receive UMSL Hero Awards
This month, UMSL recognizes Sherry Hieken, Olivia Mendez-Alm and Dat Le with the UMSL Hero Awards.
Sherry Hieken, Olivia Mendez-Alm and Dat Le receive UMSL Hero Awards
This month, UMSL recognizes Sherry Hieken, Olivia Mendez-Alm and Dat Le with the UMSL Hero Awards.
Graphic artist and UMSL alumnus Marco Cheatham designs his future
The freelance graphic artist has a client list that includes Google, YouTube and Amazon, and he recently designed a souvenir miniature soccer ball for St. Louis CITY SC.
Graphic artist and UMSL alumnus Marco Cheatham designs his future
The freelance graphic artist has a client list that includes Google, YouTube and Amazon, and he recently designed a souvenir miniature soccer ball for St. Louis CITY SC.
Graphic artist and UMSL alumnus Marco Cheatham designs his future
The freelance graphic artist has a client list that includes Google, YouTube and Amazon, and he recently designed a souvenir miniature soccer ball for St. Louis CITY SC.
Eboni Valentine’s education at UMSL continues to support career development
Valentine works as an executive assistant and marketing and communications coordinator in the College of Business Administration while pursuing her MBA.
Eboni Valentine’s education at UMSL continues to support career development
Valentine works as an executive assistant and marketing and communications coordinator in the College of Business Administration while pursuing her MBA.
Eboni Valentine’s education at UMSL continues to support career development
Valentine works as an executive assistant and marketing and communications coordinator in the College of Business Administration while pursuing her MBA.
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Political scientist talks St. Louis County population migration
The population of St. Louis County has decreased over the last decade. And it’s not just people leaving the county. About $3.41 billion of resident income went with them, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
Economist discusses local housing crash
The continuous decline of the housing market is spurring the increase of bargain prices for potential buyers and investors, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
Instructor, alumna honored for health-care work
Sheila Grigsby works with churches and congregations in the St. Louis metropolitan area to educate young people about their sexual health and HIV and AIDS.
Instructor sheds light on Pentecostalism, tongue-speaking
While it might sound like gibberish to the untrained ear, there are actually two varieties of tongue-speaking among Pentecostals, according to Peter Marina, a visiting assistant professor of sociology at the University of Missouri-St. Louis.
Biology student overcomes challenges to earn academic success
Nicole “Nikki” Benjamin has never let her hearing impairment slow her down. The University of Missouri–St. Louis biology major sees the challenge as one she knows she has repeatedly overcome.
Earl Swift recounts a love affair with UMSL that led to his journalism career
Earl Swift’s original plan for college called for a brief stay at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, followed by a transfer to the University of Missouri–Columbia to enroll in its famed Missouri School of Journalism.
Shooting for greatness: UMSL Tritons capture first-ever GLVC tourney win
The end came swiftly. Swish! The University of Missouri–St. Louis Tritons men’s basketball team closed its most successful season in 21 years with a 72-70 loss at the hands of Northern Kentucky University (Highland Heights).
Teacher of music teachers enters hall of fame
Fred Willman, Curators’ Teaching Professor of Music and Education at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, has influenced music education and music educators for almost half a century. His contributions were recognized in January with his induction into the Missouri Music Educators Association Hall of Fame.
Students Greece-bound for summer excavation project
A lack of experience turned out to be a boon for two University of Missouri–St. Louis anthropology students. Seniors Amanda Anderson and Timothy Meyer will take part in a Greek excavation project this summer courtesy of a grant from the National Science Foundation program called “Research Experience for Undergraduates.” The grant is specifically targeted at undergrads who’ve never done archaeological field work. They’ll head to Greece in mid-June, and be there for several weeks.
Alumna leads team to undefeated season, tournament play
Winning is no new feat for University of Missouri–St. Louis alumna Deena Applebury. As head coach of the women’s basketball team at the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, Va., she led her team through a historical 2011-12 season of 30 straight wins and into NCAA Division III tournament play.
Women’s tennis player earns All-GLVC honor
For the second straight season, University of Missouri–St. Louis sophomore Louisa Werner was named a member of the All-Great Lakes Valley Conference women’s tennis team.
Music professor recognized for involvement in local arts scene
Playing trumpet in middle school sparked a life-long love of music for Robert Nordman, the E. Desmond Lee Endowed Professor of Music Education at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.
Director helps St. Louisans take Shakespeare to the streets
The culmination of months of hard work will play out in the streets of the Benton Park West neighborhood of St. Louis this weekend. The intersection of Cherokee Street and California Avenue will be the backdrop for the Shakespeare-inspired play “The New World.” It’s an adaptation of Shakespeare’s “The Tempest,” being presented by Shakespeare in the Streets.
Engineering students Ethiopia bound
Two University of Missouri–St. Louis engineering students will clock nearly 16,000 miles round trip this summer to work on a construction project in Africa.
Irish poet talks Yeats
Native Irish poet Eamonn Wall holds a special place in his heart for William Butler Yeats. “I think in some ways, W.B. Yeats’ poetry is kind of the soundtrack of childhood and adolescence in Ireland,” Wall said on a recent episode of “Cityscape” on St. Louis Public Radio | 90.7 KWMU.
Former banker takes on new post at UMSL
One of the St. Louis region’s top institutional trust executives has decided to leave the banking world and take up the cause of public higher education. Lyle Brizendine, most recently senior vice president and director of philanthropic management for Bank of America Merrill Lynch, has been named senior director of development for major gifts at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.
Pianist steps in from side, fronts first CD
For years, pianist Ken Kehner has appeared on a number of his colleagues’ recordings, and now, he is finally fronting his own CD, “From This Moment On.”
Historian talks ‘Coming War with Robots’
Humanity has had a fascination with robots for years. But humans have also grown anxious about our robotic counterparts playing an increasingly greater role in future day-to-day life (“Terminator 2,” anyone?).
4 years on, Beijing Olympic venues rarely used
Four years after the Beijing Olympic Games many of the venues built for the summer contest are underused and draining public finances, according to a recent Reuters article.
Business alumni to be honored for achievement
Five University of Missouri–St. Louis College of Business Administration alumni will be honored for their business achievement and success during the upcoming 2012 Salute to Business Achievement Awards banquet.
St. Louis streets to serve as stage for Shakespeare director
The streets of St. Louis will be the backdrop for a mini-Shakespeare festival that’s being directed by Tlaloc Rivas, assistant professor of theatre at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.
Alumna strolls social media streets from coast to coast
Annie Shields has become a social media maven since graduating from the University of Missouri–St. Louis in 2009 with a degree in sociology, and an undergraduate certificate in gender studies.
Mild winter bolsters tick population
Folks heading outdoors to enjoy the early spring weather should be aware that they’re not the only ones taking advantage of the warmer temperatures. Tick season is getting off to an early start, courtesy of a mild winter, according to a recent St. Louis Post Dispatch article.
NSF awards student grant for plant research
Research taking place at the University of Missouri–St. Louis could render valuable insight into how biodiversity can affect natural ecosystems. Diego Salazar, a PhD candidate in biology at UMSL, has been awarded a $15,000 dissertation improvement grant from the National Science Foundation for his doctoral dissertation which is titled “The effect of plant phylogenetic and chemical diversity on herbivore community structure and plant host herbivore damage.”
Sweating to the symphony
The speakers are blasting Beethoven, hands are punching the air and sweat is starting to form on brows. This is what learning looks like in Gail Fleming’s music class. “Pretend you’re in sixth, seventh and eighth grade,” Fleming, a lecturer in music at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, instructs her students, all future elementary school teachers.
Food for thought
For Patrilie Hernandez, a senior at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, food is both a profession and a passion. With an educational background in the culinary arts and hospitality management, Hernandez has spent several years working in kitchens. Throughout her life, feeding others has been a point of pride and something she took great pleasure from.
Art students represent UMSL at exhibition
Two University of Missouri–St. Louis art students have the thrill of their work being on display at Art St. Louis through the end of March. Matt Wahlman and Katharine Stucker, both seniors in studio art were on hand for last Friday’s opening reception for the exhibit, which runs through March 29.
Early childhood expert talks child care
Finding quality child care is a challenge every parent encounters. And finding that early childhood care at an affordable price is even more difficult.
Students to vote March 12-15 on new rec center
On the eve of one of the biggest student elections in 15 years, Jericah Selby seems calm. Selby, a senior and president of the Student Government Association at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, attended to last-minute details of a student referendum set for March 12 through March 15.
GLVC honors 4 men’s basketball players, head coach
Senior guard Troy Long of the University of Missouri–St. Louis men’s basketball team has been named to the Great Lakes Valley Conference First Team, while junior guard Joshua McCoy and junior forward Charlie Woods were selected to the league’s second team. Additionally, senior guard Justin Hightower was tabbed to the All-Defensive Team, while head coach Steve Tappmeyer took home co-GLVC Coach of the Year Honors.
Biologist elected to Galapagos Islands protection foundation
For nearly 15 years, biologist Patricia Parker has traveled to the Galapagos Islands to conduct research on birds, specifically examining the disease of the birds of the islands. Recently, she was elected a governing member of the Charles Darwin Foundation, whose mission is to conserve the environment and biodiversity in the Galapagos.
Education alumna receives Outstanding Dissertation Award
After 13 years of teaching at a community college, Juliet Scherer has seen students at all points of the learning spectrum. And when she decided to pursue a doctoral degree from the University of Missouri–St. Louis, she knew right away that her dissertation work would revolve around developmental education.
Dance students practice with Broadway pro
Under the watchful eye of Broadway professional Daryl Gray, a group of University of Missouri–St. Louis dance students were put through the paces recently.
St. Louis American salutes political scientist, 3 alumni as young leaders
Richard Middleton IV was a natural fit for The St. Louis American Foundation’s list of young leaders. The foundation defined its ideal young leader candidates as “committed, accomplished and generous individuals who are making a positive impact in our community.”
Student is standout volunteer
Learning to speak a second language is no easy task, and learning medical jargon in a foreign language takes the difficultly level up a notch.
Students win big at St. Louis ADDYs
The University of Missouri–St. Louis continued its hot streak at this year’s St. Louis ADDY awards, the local round in the world’s largest and toughest advertising competition.
Students to share research with legislators
If indeed you are what you eat, are you healthier for eating food bought at Whole Foods Market? University of Missouri–St. Louis anthropology graduate Katherine Ross wrote her senior thesis on the anthropological implications on St. Louisans’ Whole Foods shopping experiences. Her project is called “The Allure of Healthy Living: Customer Motivations for Shopping at Whole Foods Market.”
College of Nursing names new dean
A new dean has been chosen to lead the college of nursing at the University of Missouri–St. Louis. Susan Dean-Baar is currently the interim dean of the Zilber School of Public Health and associate dean and former acting dean of the college of nursing at the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee.
Gerontology expert’s paper garners best article award
How do you spot an older unsafe driver? As a geriatric professional, many are asked to make a call that could change an individual’s life and mobility with little or no training.
Chowin’ down at the Pro Ho: Food you want, all you can eat
Mac n’ cheese, waffles for dinner, burgers, spaghetti, all you can eat – it should be a no brainer. But figuring out what college students want to eat is definitely not as easy as it seems. Just ask Ronnie Harry.
House pets inspire musician
Ken Kehner’s a cat guy. And he’s OK with letting the public in on that. So much so in fact, that his new jazz CD,...
45 faculty start testing iPads, apps for classrooms
It was one of those Aha! moments. “People were talking at this conference about disruptive technology and I...
Students make tax season less taxing
Tax season is in full swing, and 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 Feb. 10 through April 14 at various locations.
Research puts ‘nail in the coffin’ of popular neutral theory in ecology
Up until Jan. 27, ecologists were still arguing about the factors that determine the makeup of the earth’s forests. And then an article in the prestigious journal Science discussed findings that put “a nail in the coffin” of the increasingly popular so-called neutral theory in ecology, according to the article’s authors.
Education scholar establishes Missouri Peer Supports Project
Fitting in and finding a place where you feel safe and accepted can be hard for anyone at any age. It’s even more challenging for children with disabilities. That’s where the newly created Missouri Peer Supports Project comes in.
Director talks ‘Intimate Apparel’
Down but not out is the recurring theme of “Intimate Apparel,” the current production at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center, according to its director Niyi Coker, professor of African/African American Studies at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.
Social work expert creates, oversees online hub resource
Creating a hub of collaboration and resources is an important dynamic of the field of social work. Having the ability...
Music professor is Indiana radio station’s featured composer for February
Barbara Harbach, professor of music at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, is the featured contemporary composer for...
Playing with marbles par for course for student
Child’s play is serious business for Mary Lynn Longsworth, a senior anthropology major at the University of...
Teacher of music teachers enters hall of fame
Fred Willman has influenced music education and music educators for almost half a century. A recipient of many honors...
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