UMSL saluted more than 1,700 spring and summer graduates during five commencement ceremonies, and photographer Derik Holtmann captured some of the joyous scenes.
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New graduates celebrate their successes, look forward to new beginnings during commencement weekend
UMSL saluted more than 1,700 spring and summer graduates during five commencement ceremonies, and photographer Derik Holtmann captured some of the joyous scenes.
New graduates celebrate their successes, look forward to new beginnings during commencement weekend
UMSL saluted more than 1,700 spring and summer graduates during five commencement ceremonies, and photographer Derik Holtmann captured some of the joyous scenes.
New graduates celebrate their successes, look forward to new beginnings during commencement weekend
UMSL saluted more than 1,700 spring and summer graduates during five commencement ceremonies, and photographer Derik Holtmann captured some of the joyous scenes.
University community exceeds goal of UMSL Serves initiative
Students, faculty, staff and alumni have completed more than 60,000 hours of volunteer service, the economic value of which is estimated to be more than $2.2 million.
University community exceeds goal of UMSL Serves initiative
Students, faculty, staff and alumni have completed more than 60,000 hours of volunteer service, the economic value of which is estimated to be more than $2.2 million.
University community exceeds goal of UMSL Serves initiative
Students, faculty, staff and alumni have completed more than 60,000 hours of volunteer service, the economic value of which is estimated to be more than $2.2 million.
Adam McBrady honored with Friendship Award from Japan America Society of St. Louis
The history alum helped drive collaboration between Urban Chestnut Brewing Company and Masumi Sake on a beer to commemorate JASSTL’s 50th anniversary.
Adam McBrady honored with Friendship Award from Japan America Society of St. Louis
The history alum helped drive collaboration between Urban Chestnut Brewing Company and Masumi Sake on a beer to commemorate JASSTL’s 50th anniversary.
Adam McBrady honored with Friendship Award from Japan America Society of St. Louis
The history alum helped drive collaboration between Urban Chestnut Brewing Company and Masumi Sake on a beer to commemorate JASSTL’s 50th anniversary.
Fourth EIC Demo Day showcases five entrepreneurs who have grown businesses with Anchor Accelerator program
UMSL’s program helps local entrepreneurs scale up their successful businesses with help from local companies.
Fourth EIC Demo Day showcases five entrepreneurs who have grown businesses with Anchor Accelerator program
UMSL’s program helps local entrepreneurs scale up their successful businesses with help from local companies.
Fourth EIC Demo Day showcases five entrepreneurs who have grown businesses with Anchor Accelerator program
UMSL’s program helps local entrepreneurs scale up their successful businesses with help from local companies.
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UMSL sets record – for degrees awarded
With an all-time high of 3,199 students earning degrees from the university over the past fiscal year, the total number of UMSL alumni has now surpassed 95,000.
ULEAD program encourages positive civic engagement
In partnership with Mathews-Dickey Boys’ & Girls’ Club, UMSL doctoral students are working to build bridges for educators and underserved youth.
Short film by UMSL classmates headed for the big screen
Directed by media studies major Nicholas Rousseau in collaboration with Ben Smith and Clinton Jordan, “The Ultimate Fan” premieres July 19 at the Tivoli Theatre.
Off to med school: Biology grad readied herself for the challenge at UMSL
Along with her degree, Nicole Dmytryk’s efforts in the Pre-Medical Society, Chemistry Club, honors college – and in the research lab – have her prepped for this fall at Mizzou.
Budding songwriter pursues music business, credits campus mentors with inspiring persistence
Hard at work developing her songwriting business since graduating from UMSL this spring, Teresa Frank started composing when she was 11 years old.
Five for nine so far, the Paubels keep choosing UMSL
As Illinois residents, the home-schooling family didn’t expect to develop such a strong connection to the university, but it’s proven an excellent fit.
David Baugher catalogs the unusual St. Louis
The UMSL alumnus delves deep into the region’s strange and wonderful locales and little-known histories in his latest book.
Digging into the dig: Daniel Pierce talks archaeology summer field school in Excelsior Springs
The UMSL archaeology instructor offers students hands-on field experience excavating Excelsior Springs, Missouri.
Social work alumna walks on the bright side of outpatient care
Angela Ruppel, MSW 2011, took the plunge and returned to school years later for her master’s degree. Now she uses her social work skills to help Mercy Hospital oncology patients.
American Library Association’s flagship magazine names UMSL alumna’s dissertation among notable ones of 2015
Stacy Hollins’ dissertation explores “the digital divide” through the experiences of individuals who have little to no access to technological resources.
There from the beginning: Biz wiz, Alumni Association president gets new inclusive membership model rolling
Kirk Richter assumed the UMSL Alumni Association presidency in July 2015. His new role coincides with the rollout of the association’s non-dues-paying membership model.
Graduating senior reflects on 7 things she’ll miss most about UMSL
From student discounts to unexpected pianos to rigorous classes, Lingru Kong shares what she’s enjoyed most during her time on campus.
UMSL alumni bring renewable ‘energy highway’ to Midwest
John Waterhouse and Kasey Woods are two of the three project managers overseeing construction of a 385-mile, high-voltage power line coming to the region.
Amy Hunter promotes understanding, peace through courage and activism
Amy Hunter fights for equality in St. Louis and beyond while pursuing a doctorate in social justice.
The Current, past and present: Student newspaper celebrates 50 years
Small, independent and nearly as old as UMSL itself, the newspaper that has regularly filled campus racks since 1966 marks a major milestone this year.
Gordmans CEO chose UMSL for accounting program, outstanding value
Accounting alumnus Andrew Hall became president and chief executive officer of Gordmans, an Omaha-based apparel and home décor chain, in August 2014.
UMSL celebrates spring 2016 graduates, with nearly 1,600 students finishing their degrees
Graduating students will gather with family, friends and the campus community for commencement exercises set to take place May 14 and 15.
20 years of Greek Studies at UMSL
Greek Studies professor Michael Cosmopoulos facilitates student growth through the power of travel, archaeological study and myth.
‘Cast and Recast’ shows type design shaping St. Louis 150 years ago – and today
Co-curated by Jennifer McKnight and Terry Suhre, the exhibition offers a look at the typeface-making process, historical posters, brand-new designs and more.
UMSL salutes business alumni for outstanding career achievements
The April 21 event included five awards – for Entrepreneurial Spirit, Outstanding Volunteer, Rising Star, Outstanding Leader and Distinguished Career Achievement.
Visiting poet Roger Reeves aims at ‘permission to be writers’ with UMSL, MICDS students
The acclaimed poet will also give a public reading at 7 p.m. April 25 at UMSL at Grand Center during his stay in St. Louis.
Alumnus brings startup to St. Louis, UMSL’s Midwest Digital Marketing Conference
At first Nick Szabo didn’t see St. Louis as part of the picture for his startup endeavor, but coming home turned out to be a great move.
Exceptional contributions, service to others mark paths of 2016 Trailblazers
UMSL named Aladeen Stoll, Stella Markou, Jacquelyn Lewis-Harris, Eric’el Johnson and Brendolyn Bailey-Burch 2016 Trailblazers last week.
Region’s largest alumni network attracts new leadership
UMSL’s mission as a public institution attracted Jennifer Jezek-Taussig to her new job as its associate vice chancellor of alumni engagement and annual giving programs.
Record 10 UMSL graduate programs ranked among best by US News
Rankings were released this week in the 2017 U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate Schools Guide Book.
ISCC gives students exposure, networking opportunities
UMSL students networked with representatives from area businesses during the Information Systems Career Conference.
‘Normal is Overrated’ series brings disability studies to the fore
The March 15 to 18 series explores disability from all sorts of angles – artistic, historical, medical, institutional and educational.
Proof in the pudding: Travis Johnson’s power career result of driven academics, engineering program
He landed his electrical engineer job at POWER Engineers after working a co-op position available to him through the UMSL/WUSTL Joint Engineering Program.
UMSL alumnus lands CFO post
Beginning May 1, UMSL economics alumnus Richard Baniak will serve as the university’s chief financial officer.
16 photos from UMSL Homecoming 2016
Campus photographer August Jennewein captured a wide range of memorable moments during the week-long celebration.
Local TV’s go-to science guy got his start at UMSL
Alumnus Josh Linn demystifies the science behind experiments he conducts on live TV as part of his Saint Louis Science Center job.
Keeping talent on campus: Optometry student turned faculty
Erin Brooks went through the Bridge Program and earned three degrees from UMSL before she settled into her role as an assistant clinical professor in the College of Optometry.
Education alumnus champions athletics, inspires hope
Recently named president of Mathews-Dickey Boys’ & Girls’ Club in St. Louis, his new goal is to provide inner-city youth with hope.
9 award-winning UMSL photos and the man behind the lens
Campus Photographer August Jennewein won the 2016 CASE gold award for Excellence in Photography in the platinum category for Division VI.
Red & Gold Regatta, ice skating among jam-packed Homecoming 2016 lineup
A week full of campus fun is on the horizon at UMSL, where homecoming begins earlier than usual this year.
History alumna named American Society of Engineering Management Fellow
The career of ASEM Fellow Suzanna Long, MA history 1988, reflects her lifelong interests in both how and why things work.
Smasons build a legacy of learning
Across varied fields, Chani, Dodi and Sivya Smason have made the pursuit of higher education a family affair at UMSL.
Robert Dorr, 68, knows it’s never too late to go back to school
The retiree graduated from UMSL in December, finishing a college career he started in 1966.
UMSL-grown Beanstalk Web Solutions takes root
A group of UMSL computer science students and one alumnus make up Beanstalk Web Solutions, the web development and internet marketing company created by senior Tim Hebel.
3 UMSL alumni named to St. Louis Business Journal’s 2016 40 Under 40 class
With more than 650 people nominated, the UMSL alumni had some stiff competition and are among a group of elite St. Louisans.
From biochem to brewing: UMSL grad opens Iowa City Brewlab with dad
Nathan Letcher celebrated graduation afar as he brewed the first batches of craft beer to go on tap at the new science-themed brewery. The home-brewing veteran is the head brewer.
Same nursing cohort, different paths for graduating student veterans
College of Nursing students Dan Szyman and Allie Hearn are two of 58 military veterans graduating from UMSL this semester.
Ebony Williams provides safe haven, transitions
UMSL alumna and Lydia’s House family advocate Ebony Williams encourages women to be self-assured, set good examples for others and find their voices.
Doctoral student draws on passion for social justice, education in Latino recruitment role
UMSL alumna and Puerto Rico native Luimil Negrón returned to campus this fall to pursue a doctoral degree in global education and leadership.
Alumna Martha Philipp spreads wellness across campus, community she loves
“My whole goal was bringing yoga to the Normandy [Mo.] community,” says Philipp, a lifelong resident of north St. Louis County.
Kat Riddler, The Current’s editor-in-chief, puts focus on writing, staff camaraderie
The English graduate student leads weekly meetings where the student newspaper staff members discuss what’s working well and what they can further improve on.
Saving the planet one ecologist at a time
UMSL has 46 alumni total in leading positions at conservation sites across 17 different countries.
You belong: All alumni, all members of UMSL Alumni Association
A shift away from a dues-paying model to an open, all-inclusive membership means that all 92,000 alumni, by virtue of their UMSL degrees alone, are members of the association.
UMSL: A Beacon for St. Louis Charter Schools
Bill Mendelsohn, executive director for UMSL’s charter schools, talks to students at North Side Community School. Over the last few years, UMSL’s position as a charter school beacon has emerged.
Nursing alumna Kenya Haney: Fierce leader, minority health-care advocate
The nursing alumna is the director of Cardiology Services and Respiratory Care Services at both Progress West Hospital in O’Fallon, Mo., and Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital.
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