60 for 60: Veronique DiVoire, Martin Kardos, Steve O’Loughlin, T. Christopher Peoples and Olivia Soule honored as exceptional alumni

Dec 11, 2023

To celebrate its anniversary, UMSL is spotlighting 60 alumni who apply one or more of the university’s core values in the world and help to make it a better place.

Online MBA students visit Panama, complete consulting project with architecture and construction company

Dec 11, 2023

The trip offered students a chance to explore a different country, different culture and different way of doing business while helping them think globally.

UMSL to honor nearly 1,000 students during fall commencement ceremonies

Dec 11, 2023

The weekend’s featured speakers include alumni Kathy Boyd-Fenger and Dan Isom as well as PhD candidate Riisa Rawlins.

Nursing students present at annual Research Day and McIntosh-Durham Lecture

Dec 4, 2023

Nursing students shared their findings on research topics ranging from healthy eating to implicit bias and health care outcomes.

Economics alum Jordan Franks launches Taste of Jack’s salsa

Dec 3, 2023

Franks has been selling his salsa at farmers’ markets and several retail locations across the St. Louis area.

With Goebel & Co. Furniture, UMSL alum Martin Goebel combines old-world craftmanship with contemporary techniques

Nov 30, 2023

He’s developed a unique approach to furniture production that harnesses the power of technology while still respecting old-world traditions.

Alum Stephanie Cernicek plays a prominent role in Missouri’s cannabis industry

Nov 29, 2023

She oversees production at Mana Supply Company, serves on the board of multiple industry organizations and teaches in SLU’s cannabis certificate program.

Alum Matt Austin settling into new role as curator of biodiversity data at Missouri Botanical Garden

Nov 28, 2023

Austin is researching the impact of climate change on flowering plants while also helping lead the process of digitizing the garden’s herbarium, which contains more than 7 million species.

Eye on UMSL: Behind the scenes at the History Museum

Nov 27, 2023

Alum Sam Moore, managing director of public history for the Missouri Historical Society, talks with UMSL history students about the future World’s Fair exhibit, scheduled to open in the spring.

With Emerson and Friends, alum Nicole Northway has built a booming business offering custom illustrated bamboo pajamas, books, children’s items and more

Nov 27, 2023

Northway, who holds a BFA from UMSL, founded the company with her husband, Cody Kirchner, in 2018.

UMSL alum Jane Merkel serves as zoological manager of animal health at Saint Louis Zoo

Nov 20, 2023

Merkel earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in biology from UMSL and did research in the lab of Patricia Parker, then the E. Desmond Lee Endowed Professor of Zoological Studies.

Celebrate UMSL’s 60th anniversary with a journey through the university’s history and a look toward its future

Nov 17, 2023

As the university celebrates its 60th anniversary, we look back at UMSL’s early days and its impact over the years.

UMSL alumni honored as top election officials at 2023 ALL IN Awards Celebration

Nov 17, 2023

Eric Fey, an MPAA graduate, and Rick Stream, BSBA graduate, were recognized for their work jointly overseeing the St. Louis County Board of Elections.

UMSL alum Todd Alan honored in St. Louis Business Journal’s 2023 Champions for Diversity & Inclusion Awards

Nov 13, 2023

Alan earned a degree in communication and is the founder/producer of Art of PAWS and People and the director of corporate partnerships for Pride St. Louis.

Eye on UMSL: Eight is enough

Nov 13, 2023

Alla Voskoboynikova, Daniel Schene, Susan Lutz and Daniel Kuehler perform “Galop-Marche for Eight Hands” by Albert Lavignac during last Thursday’s All-Steinway Extravaganza.

60 for 60: David Henton, Dan Isom, Evelyn Moore, Michelle Moore, Cathy Phillips and Alex Stallings honored as exceptional alumni

Nov 13, 2023

To celebrate its anniversary, UMSL is spotlighting 60 alumni who apply one or more of the university’s core values in the world and help to make it a better place.

UMSL honors the late Robert Ray with tribute concert during fall music festival

Nov 8, 2023

Ray was a gifted composer and educator who taught piano for more than two decades at UMSL and was the founding director of the St. Louis Symphony’s IN UNISON Chorus.

College of Business Administration welcomes 13 new students to DBA program

Nov 6, 2023

The three-year, cohort-based program, which started in 2017, is Missouri’s first and only AACSB-accredited DBA program offering research concentrations in all areas of business administration.

Retiring Ameren Executive Chairman Warner Baxter describes the importance of ethics throughout career

Nov 5, 2023

Baxter was the featured speaker in the latest installment of “Ethics: A Foundation for Success,” the six-part alumni conversations series.

Eye on UMSL: Raising their voices

Oct 30, 2023

Alum Maria Ellis leads members of UMSL’s Voices of Jubilation community gospel choir in a rehearsal last week in the Whitaker Room at the Touhill.

Department of Supply Chain and Analytics partnering with Cass Information Systems to bolster research, experiential learning

Oct 30, 2023

UMSL faculty members will benefit from industry data to enhance their research and can also build case studies and tailored class projects to benefit students.

Nursing Assistant Teaching Professor Kristine Stewart-Perkins assists passenger in need on plane to Scotland

Oct 30, 2023

Stewart-Perkins was traveling on a family trip to Scotland when a passenger on her flight needed help.

Alum Charlotte Richards named a Top 30 honoree for NCAA Woman of the Year

Oct 23, 2023

Richards was both a first-time All-American and first-team Academic All-American during her decorated career and led the Tritons to the national semifinals last fall.

Alumni 5K provides perfect excuse for alum Art Lauer to return to campus after decades away

Oct 16, 2023

Lauer, a 1978 graduate, reminisced about his years as a student while running alongside more than 400 participants in the third annual race.

College of Business Administration celebrates long history of educating students at Dean’s Mixer

Oct 13, 2023

Nearly 100 people, including former deans, alumni and faculty and staff, attended the event at Glen Echo Country Club.

UMSL receives seventh Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine

Oct 11, 2023

UMSL was one of 109 colleges and universities nationwide to receive the honor this year and the only one in the state of Missouri.

Focus on Teaching and Technology Conference returns to UMSL campus for the first time in four years

Oct 9, 2023

The conference, which also featured a virtual component, included a variety of workshops, exhibits, speakers, technology, vendors and innovative idea-sharing.

60 for 60: Nameera Fatima, Scott Leisler, Roxane May, Sherry Nelson Thomas and Vince Schoemehl honored as exceptional alumni

Oct 9, 2023

To celebrate its anniversary, UMSL is spotlighting 60 alumni who apply one or more of the university’s core values in the world and help to make it a better place.

Eye on UMSL: Getting ready for the show

Oct 4, 2023

Taylor Timmerberg, a senior research lab and print technician in the Department of Art and Design, worked to install the new exhibition “Printed with Purpose” at Gallery 210@FAB.

UMSL community makes connections at UMSL Night at the Ballpark

Oct 2, 2023

Nearly 900 University of Missouri–St. Louis students, faculty, staff members and alumni turned out at Busch Stadium Friday night for the annual event.

UMSL encouraging 60,000 hours of community service to celebrate university’s 60th anniversary

Oct 2, 2023

The initiative both encourages new acts of service and highlights the work that UMSL is already doing out in the community.

Accounting alum Donella Johnson has experienced success and found purpose at Boeing

Oct 2, 2023

Johnson serves as a project manager and also helps manage the FLITE Program, in which she once served as an intern.

UMSL spotlights 2023 Distinguished Alumni and Outstanding Young Alumni at Founders Celebration

Sep 22, 2023

Petra Baker, Joseph C. Blanner, Gloria Carter-Hicks, Kevin Killeen, Mary McMurtrey and Bharath Mukka have left their mark on their respective industries while continuing to support UMSL.

Annual Founders Celebration showcases the impact of philanthropy on the UMSL community

Sep 22, 2023

Nearly 300 people attended the event, which served as an opportunity to thank alumni and other donors for their continued support of the university.

Members of the UMSL community have until Sept. 28 to cast their votes in alma mater competition

Sep 18, 2023

A group of faculty members, students and one alum from the Department of Music helped select the three finalists from 39 submissions.

Alum Alexus Russell flourishes at Wells Fargo and hopes to help small businesses thrive

Sep 18, 2023

Russell earned her degree in accounting at UMSL and for nearly two years has worked as a senior financial controls and oversight analyst.

UMSL community gathers to celebrate 60th anniversary of the university’s founding

Sep 15, 2023

Hundreds of people took part in the festivities and shared a 60th birthday cake on Friday morning in the Millennium Student Center.

Senior Momo Kikuchi interns on Capitol Hill through UMSL in DC internship program

Sep 13, 2023

Over the summer, the political science major interned in U.S. Rep. Ann Wagner’s office and explored D.C. with several UMSL alumni.

60 for 60: Stan Anderson, Darrion Cockrell, Beth Goetz, Ella Jones and Kristin Lawson honored as exceptional UMSL alumni

Sep 11, 2023

To celebrate its anniversary, UMSL is spotlighting 60 alumni who apply one or more of the university’s core values in the world and help to make it a better place.

UMSL community members encouraged to display their pride on and off campus on Red and Gold Day Sept. 15

Sep 5, 2023

Alumni, students, faculty and staff can snap pictures of themselves at work or about town and share them on social media, tagging UMSL and using the hashtag #UMSL60.

Optometry Scholar and 2023 graduate Dr. Jaci Bongard stays on at UMSL for residency in cornea and contact lenses

Aug 30, 2023

Her work as a resident involves doing fittings on keratoconus and trauma patients at SLU and working with specialty lenses at a private practice.

UMSL preparing to celebrate 60th anniversary while recommitting to its mission of education, service

Aug 25, 2023

Chancellor Kristin Sobolik used her annual State of the University Address to highlight ways UMSL is adapting to meet the changing needs of the community.

Recent graduate Elijah Braswell serving as Valley Park alderman while eyeing law school

Aug 23, 2023

Braswell, who completed his bachelor’s degree in history in May, is one of two representatives of Ward 4 and is serving on the Police Committee and Public Works Committee.

Eye on UMSL: Continuing the tradition

Aug 21, 2023

College of Nursing alumna Abigail Fitzhugh attaches an UMSL legacy pin to her daughter Eliana Fitzhugh as she gets set to begin studying special education this semester.

Inaugural New Student Convocation welcomes next class of Tritons, commemorates induction into UMSL community

Aug 21, 2023

New students heard from several speakers, received a lapel pin and recited the Triton Creed to commemorate their induction into the UMSL community.

Mechanical engineering students build improved testing device for St. Louis manufacturer Hussmann

Aug 21, 2023

William Todd, Seth Flamm, Alexander Clark and Briana Kagy developed the apparatus for their Mechanical Engineering Design Project capstone course.

Optometry Scholar and 2023 graduate Dr. Katie Kyles builds on her passion for vision therapy and pediatric care through UMSL residency

Aug 14, 2023

As a pediatric resident, Kyles is continuing her work with the Pupil Project, which helps manage learning-related vision problems in children.

60 for 60: Maria Ellis, Stan Freerks, Ketosha Harris, Joe Russo, Mike Toohey and Luigi Wewege honored as exceptional UMSL alumni

Aug 13, 2023

To celebrate its anniversary, UMSL is spotlighting 60 alumni who apply one or more of the university’s core values in the world and help to make it a better place.

Business and education alumna Janelle Stowers named to St. Louis Business Journal ‘Most Influential’ list

Aug 4, 2023

The two-time UMSL graduate founded Stowers Realty Group in 2015 and has steadily built the business from the ground up. In 2022, she also opened the Realty Central Education Center.

Patricia Zahn helps strengthen connections between UMSL, wider community

Jul 31, 2023

Zahn is in her 13th year at UMSL and serves as the director of community outreach and engagement and legislative liaison while supporting the Des Lee Collaborative Vision.