A former president of the Japan America Society of St. Louis, Usui has spent her career building Japanese cultural awareness in St. Louis.
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Associate Professor Emerita Chikako Usui honored by Japanese government for outstanding contribution to Japan-U.S. relations
A former president of the Japan America Society of St. Louis, Usui has spent her career building Japanese cultural awareness in St. Louis.
Associate Professor Emerita Chikako Usui honored by Japanese government for outstanding contribution to Japan-U.S. relations
A former president of the Japan America Society of St. Louis, Usui has spent her career building Japanese cultural awareness in St. Louis.
Associate Professor Emerita Chikako Usui honored by Japanese government for outstanding contribution to Japan-U.S. relations
A former president of the Japan America Society of St. Louis, Usui has spent her career building Japanese cultural awareness in St. Louis.
Helena Marvin, Lori Curtis and Daniel Gerth receive UMSL Hero Awards
The award is presented to up to three staff or faculty members each month in recognition of their efforts to transform the lives of UMSL students and the wider community.
Helena Marvin, Lori Curtis and Daniel Gerth receive UMSL Hero Awards
The award is presented to up to three staff or faculty members each month in recognition of their efforts to transform the lives of UMSL students and the wider community.
Helena Marvin, Lori Curtis and Daniel Gerth receive UMSL Hero Awards
The award is presented to up to three staff or faculty members each month in recognition of their efforts to transform the lives of UMSL students and the wider community.
Community members gather to celebrate 30 years of Greek Studies at UMSL
More than 250 people attended the Sept. 22 event commemorating the history of the professorship and its impact preserving and promoting Greek culture and identity in the St. Louis region.
Community members gather to celebrate 30 years of Greek Studies at UMSL
More than 250 people attended the Sept. 22 event commemorating the history of the professorship and its impact preserving and promoting Greek culture and identity in the St. Louis region.
Community members gather to celebrate 30 years of Greek Studies at UMSL
More than 250 people attended the Sept. 22 event commemorating the history of the professorship and its impact preserving and promoting Greek culture and identity in the St. Louis region.
Provost Steven Berberich announces 17 faculty promotions for the 2024-25 academic year
Three faculty members were granted tenure, two earned the rank of full professor, and 12 non-tenure track faculty members also advanced.
Provost Steven Berberich announces 17 faculty promotions for the 2024-25 academic year
Three faculty members were granted tenure, two earned the rank of full professor, and 12 non-tenure track faculty members also advanced.
Provost Steven Berberich announces 17 faculty promotions for the 2024-25 academic year
Three faculty members were granted tenure, two earned the rank of full professor, and 12 non-tenure track faculty members also advanced.
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The fight for fairness: Spring grad battles rare kidney disease to make it to law school
Political science major Ashley Westbrook’s kidneys began to fail during her freshman year at UMSL. Medical treatment and serious determination got her to graduation, and law school awaits.
Ares Boira Lopez gets the most out of her UMSL experience
The native of Spain is leaving UMSL with a degree in psychology, a homecoming crown, two trips to the NCAA national women’s golf tournament and memories to last a lifetime.
Criminology graduate Brian Rainey will look to build on undergraduate research in PhD program
Rainey has done research into the so-called code of the streets and its effect on the likelihood that youth experience violent victimization.
Marco Pipoly, UMSL’s 100,000th graduate, on path to career in neuroscience
Pipoly was celebrated as the university’s 100,000th graduate during commencement ceremonies Saturday afternoon and has received an NSF research fellowship for graduate school.
Teacher candidates show off ingenuity through SAIL projects
College of Education program gives students the chance to pursue passion projects in classroom settings.
Chemistry graduate Lorna Espinosa has made her mark researching beer
Espinosa has analyzed beer bitterness alongside Assistant Teaching Professor Bruce Hamper has plans to work in the lab at Urban Chestnut Brewing Company after earning her degree.
‘Lavender’ ceremony celebrates LGBTQ graduates
Degree candidates share stories of struggle and acceptance at UMSL’s first formal, public Lavender Graduation ceremony for LGBTQ students.
A photo gallery of mirth from the 2018 Mirthweek Carnival
Seven photos capture all the sweets, thrills and oddities – hello, Mr. Alligator – at the annual springtime carnival on campus.
Artist and mentor: Gallery 210 exhibit puts student, faculty artwork side by side
The annual exhibition this year takes a closer look at the influence instructors have on their students’ artwork.
Professor Susan Feigenbaum featured on St. Louis Fed’s ‘Women in Economics’ podcast
Feigenbaum discussed ways to attract more women into the field – something she has done throughout her three decades at UMSL.
Anthropology Professor Susan Brownell receives UM System President’s Award for Leadership
Brownell has shown leadership in her department and been a willing collaborator with others on campus since joining the UMSL faculty in 1994.
With gratitude: 3 scholarship students thank donors for making their college careers possible
Joey Dordoni, Katherine Bluemel and Kim Nguyen spoke at the annual Scholarship Luncheon about the difference financial support has made in their education.
Renowned entomologist Edward O. Wilson receives World Ecology Award
The medal from the Whitney R. Harris World Ecology Center at UMSL honors work in environmental protection and biodiversity conservation.
Ask an Expert: Haitao Li shares his data-driven approach to strategic workforce planning
In this Q&A series, UMSL Daily connects with subject-matter experts from across the university on newsworthy topics.
Ladue News spotlights Chancellor Emeritus Blanche M. Touhill
Writer Paul Brown featured Touhill in a “Person of Interest” column and chronicled the legacy she’s established at UMSL.
Alumnus Don Mueth returns to UMSL 33 years later as member of inaugural DBA cohort
The local finance executive is looking to advance his company through knowledge gained in the Doctorate of Business Administration program.
Education Professor Mark Pope receives Thomas Jefferson Award
Pope is considered to be one of the founders and leading authors in the field of cultural diversity issues in career counseling and development.
Less debt, clear path to graduation primary goal of new UMSL initiative
Keeta Holmes, director of learning innovation and design, is leading the Curriculum Alignment Process to help streamline course offerings and degree pathways.
UMSL commencement ceremonies set for May 11-13
The university will confer more than 1,500 degrees during this spring’s six ceremonies with a majority of the graduates from the St. Louis area.
UMSL’s annual economic impact in Missouri tops $363 million
A UM System report by Tripp Umbach affirms that UMSL is a vital contributor to economic development for the state – and particularly the St. Louis region.
Hamilton cast members visit UMSL campus, meet local high school students
Six cast members, including the man who plays Alexander Hamilton, met students from McCluer, Hazelwood and Ritenour high schools for a Lunch and Learn at UMSL.
Youth Violence Prevention Conference examines everyday issues affecting school safety
A crowd of about 200 teachers, counselors, administrators, social workers, law-enforcement officials and family court staffers attended the conference Thursday in the J.C. Penney Auditorium.
UM President Mun Choi names Todd Swanstrom, Beth Huebner, Patricia Parker Presidential Engagement Fellows
The fellows will represent the UM System at speaking events throughout the state, discussing their research and sharing how that knowledge can help Missouri citizens.
UMSL faculty members discuss how well America incorporates immigrants on ‘St. Louis on the Air’
Professors Adriano Udani and Florian Sichling were part of a three-person panel joining host Don Marsh on Monday’s program on St. Louis Public Radio.
Kim Song receives UM System President’s Award for Intercampus Collaboration
The associate professor of education won the award along with University of Missouri–Columbia Associate Professor Lisa Dorner for their partnership, which began in 2013.
UMSL taps Paul Evensen to lead Public Policy Research Center
Evensen is well-connected across the St. Louis community through his work with Social Innovation STL, which he launched in 2015.
UMSL among 31 universities selected to take part in the Higher Education Anchor Mission Initiative
The Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities has partnered with The Democracy Collaborative to launch the initiative.
Eye on UMSL: Quilting circles
Local quilting artist Basil Kincaid recently led a McCluer North High School master class at his exhibition “Gates” at UMSL’s Gallery 210.
UMSL-hosted seminar challenges Jennings High School students to consider cybersecurity careers
The one-day course offered industry insights from 17 local cybersecurity professionals.
In print: Recently published books by UMSL faculty
New faculty books discuss positive discourse, evolutionary behavior, crime statistics and the influence of sports on society.
Political science major Jennifer Mossgraber chosen as Newman Civic Fellow
The junior was one of 268 college students nationwide selected to take part in program run by Campus Compact.
Kristin Sobolik to assume title of executive vice chancellor on one-year anniversary of her hiring
The provost has played a vital role in the development of a new strategic plan and a review of academic degree programs since coming to UMSL.
Latest Midwest Digital Marketing Conference offers insights on industry innovations, valuable networking opportunities
Nearly 1,700 people gathered for the annual conference last Tuesday and Wednesday at St. Louis Union Station.
Academy of Science of St. Louis set to honor UMSL biochemist with 2018 George Engelmann Interdisciplinary Award
Xuemin (Sam) Wang, known for his research on lipids, will receive the award at a banquet Thursday at the Missouri Botanical Garden.
Kern Family Foundation awards UMSL $3M grant to develop school leaders with character education focus
The Center for Character and Citizenship within the College of Education will use the four-year grant to implement and evaluate a regional program for emerging school leaders.
UMSL names 6 women 2018 Trailblazers this Women’s History Month
UMSL’s 2018 Trailblazers are (from left) Natalie Hilterbrand, Lauren Obermark, Robin Kimberlin, Michele D. Meckfessel, Gwen Moore and Kat Riddler.
Ask an Expert: Anne Winkler discusses the gender wage gap and barriers women still face in the labor market
In this Q&A series, UMSL Daily connects with subject-matter experts from across the university on newsworthy topics.
Eye on UMSL: Well-earned recognition
Vietnam veterans from across the UMSL community attended a Vietnam War 50th Commemoration ceremony Thursday at the J.C. Penney Summit Lounge.
UMSL’s new DBA program ranked in top 22 worldwide by CEO Magazine
The program’s accreditation, diversity of students and quality of faculty were central factors in its global ranking.
St. Louis Post-Dispatch spotlights Assistant Professor Jacqueline Thompson and her versatility on stage
Thompson has been nominated for the 2018 St. Louis Theater Circle Award for outstanding actress in a drama for her performance in “Intimate Apparel.”
UMSL getting attention in India with upcoming launch of dual degree programs with Osmania University
The two institutions will begin offering dual degree programs in chemistry, computer science, communication and business in June.
Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice shines in latest U.S. News & World Report rankings
The department ranked fifth on the U.S. News & World Report’s 2019 list of the “Best Graduate Schools.”
Science Guy Bill Nye beseeches UMSL students to ‘Change the world’
The famous scientist shared research proving climate change and urged the UMSL audience to pursue science for answers and space exploration for a better understanding of Earth.
Joseph Amrine, Reggie Griffin share stories about years spent on death row for crimes they didn’t commit
Organizers from the School of Social Work, Departments of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Philosophy and Political Science and Gender Studies Program sponsored the event.
PhD student Paige Vaughn researches crime clearance and prevention on the ground in East St. Louis
Vaughn worked as an intern with the East St. Louis Police Department and observed ways officers work to build trust with residents in hopes of reducing crime.
Pirate historian Mark Hanna talks to ‘St. Louis on the Air’ ahead of UMSL Opera Theatre production
The UC San Diego associate professor will be speaking before each of three weekend performances of Gilbert and Sullivan’s “The Pirates of Penzance” at the Touhill.
UMSL representatives share stories of female student veterans with ‘St. Louis on the Air’
Army veterans Emily Staden and Jim Craig, an associate teaching professor, participated in the St. Louis Public Radio panel discussion.
Political scientist Marty Rochester delivers Great Decisions lecture on America’s shifting foreign policy
UMSL colleagues Joel Glassman and Jean-Germain Gros are among the upcoming speakers in the eight-week lecture series at the Ethical Society of St. Louis.
Ask an Expert: Rachel Wamser-Nanney shines a light on the psychological toll of gun violence on children
In this Q&A series, UMSL Daily connects with subject-matter experts from across the university on newsworthy topics.
STL TV features Gallery 210’s ‘Simply Different’ exhibition
Gallery 210 Director Terry Suhre and furniture maker Peter Voss sat down with host Steve Potter to talk about the exhibition.
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