Meet Letisha Wexstten: Artist, UMSL student and advocate for others

Apr 23, 2017

Being born without arms hasn’t kept graphic design major Letisha Wexstten from leading an independent life filled with creativity, laughter and accomplishment.

International Photo Contest highlights student travel across continents, brings adventures back to campus

Apr 23, 2017

The top three photographs capture scenes from India, Peru and Italy – and resulted in scholarship funds for the photographers.

12 undergraduate students earn College of Arts and Sciences research grants

Apr 20, 2017

The award recipients received up to $1,000 in funding for projects in the fields of biology, chemistry and psychology.

Criminologist Beth Huebner part of research team tracking complex web of monetary sanctions in 9 states

Apr 20, 2017

Preliminary findings suggest the impact on a person’s pocketbook depends largely on his or her location on a map.

Kristen Flood and the UMSL Writers Group aim to collect 300 books for local preschoolers

Apr 18, 2017

Flood’s own journey toward a love of reading, coupled with a College of Education field experience, fueled the idea for the initiative.

Bigger, better every year: Midwest Digital Marketing Conference had Union Station buzzing

Apr 17, 2017

The UMSL-produced conference attracted more than 2,000 people and hosted presenters from big-name companies like BuzzFeed, Facebook, Twitter and Google.

UMSL students win Industry Issues Competition put on by the Society of Financial Service Professionals

Apr 16, 2017

Emily Donaldson, Jacob Duren and Adam Tiemann earned a trophy and a $5,000 scholarship for their presentation earlier this year in Phoenix.

Mark Tranel discusses research on households struggling to meet everyday needs with St. Louis Public Radio

Apr 16, 2017

The director of the Public Policy Research Center was part of a panel with United Way of Greater St. Louis Vice Presidents Julie Russell and Dayna Stock on “St. Louis on the Air.”

Students grapple with new documentary, linguistic inequality alongside visiting sociolinguist

Apr 13, 2017

UMSL’s Benjamin Torbert (at right) enjoyed introducing Walt Wolfram, whom he considers a mentor, to his own students and the broader campus community last week.

Alumna looks back on rewarding journey full of long hours, love of color

Apr 13, 2017

After juggling day jobs, teaching and her own artwork for years, Ann Croghan, BGS 1982, is now a full-time studio artist at Foundry Art Centre.

Teaching with compassion earns Liz Mantych a 2017 Excellence in Nursing nomination

Apr 12, 2017

A career, a passion, an approach to life: Being a nurse educator has been a true blessing for UMSL’s RN to BSN program director.

Youth Violence Prevention Conference offers multidisciplinary examination of gun violence

Apr 12, 2017

Criminologists, criminal justice practitioners and psychologists from around the country shared insights during the 16th annual event.

4 UMSL business alumni receive CFO of the Year awards

Apr 11, 2017

The honorees all earned their BSBAs from UMSL and are all being honored for their exemplary performance and leadership prowess.

Eye on UMSL: Jazz practice

Apr 11, 2017

The University Jazz Ensemble rehearses a number as several area high school students – each a Creative Achievement in the Arts award recipient – look on.

4 UMSL singers represent Missouri, lend voices to all-collegiate choir at national conference

Apr 5, 2017

When leaders of the Missouri Choral Directors Association were looking for a single quartet to sing on behalf of the Show-Me State, they chose UMSL.

Political science chair Dave Robertson shares perspective on election results with KMOX

Apr 5, 2017

He appeared on “Total Information AM,” discussing the defeat of the proposed soccer stadium as well as what new leadership could mean for regional cooperation.

Graphic design majors wow crowd with ambitious senior theses

Apr 4, 2017

Eleven graduating students showcased their projects, ranging from campaigns to apps to furniture, before a large audience last month.

Conference put on by Center for Ethics in Public Life examines campaign finance reform

Apr 3, 2017

The March 24 event titled “Ethics, Money & Politics” brought together academics, legislators and political operatives and explored all sides of the debate.

Science teachers, alumnae reflect on UMSL’s first female chemistry professor, who inspired their careers

Apr 2, 2017

For Jeanette Hencken, Liz Petersen, Sandra Mueller and Joan Twillman, meeting Jane Miller changed their lives and fueled their passion for science education.

UMSL teams with Ameren to spark energy innovation and attract job-creating tech startups to St. Louis

Apr 2, 2017

Three alumni are providing vision and leadership to the first-of-its-kind energy industry partnership.

UMSL ranked fifth among ‘50 Best Colleges for Adult Education’

Apr 2, 2017

Great Value Colleges compiled the rankings after weighing factors such as affordability, the number of online degree programs and other services benefiting nontraditional students.

2017 Trailblazers celebration focuses on leaders in labor and business

Mar 26, 2017

Six remarkable women were honored at this year’s event coinciding with National Women’s History Month.

Drawing inspiration from teachers Max Beckmann and Sharon Callner, 2 St. Louis artists shape friendship, artwork at UMSL

Mar 26, 2017

Both members of a group that meets every week, Corey Smith credits Dave Kaskowitz, who was once a student of Max Beckmann, with helping him grow as an artist.

Brick by brick, UMSL students build bridge of support for international community

Mar 23, 2017

The collaborative effort culminated in hundreds of affirming messages and interactions along the bridge to the Millennium Student Center on March 16.

Department chair talks stories, evidence and Women’s History Month

Mar 23, 2017

For Laura Westhoff, people are at the heart of the study of history – the stories they tell and the meaning they make.

UMSL receives designation as a ‘Voter Friendly Campus’

Mar 23, 2017

The university was one of 83 campuses in 23 states to receive the designation through an initiative by the Campus Vote Project and NASPA.

Colombian artist shares ‘24/7’ devotion to craft with UMSL students, faculty during gallery talk

Mar 22, 2017

During his recent residency in St. Louis, Jorge E. Rodríguez visited campus, where a selection of his prints were on display in the Fine Arts Building.

Galápagos biosecurity team visits UMSL lab, Saint Louis Zoo

Mar 21, 2017

After numerous research trips to the Galápagos Islands, UMSL and the Parker lab hosted a partner team of Galápagos lab technicians and veterinarians for the first time.

UMSL ITE continues to see growth, launch new initiatives

Mar 21, 2017

The science and technology incubator hosts companies in the fields of chemistry, nanotechnology, life sciences and information technology.

Urban Education Speaker Series welcomes former female leader of the Black Panther Party

Mar 19, 2017

Elaine Brown offered a sweeping analysis of current issues by way of a historical journey through black America.

UMSL Recreation and Wellness Center earns award for innovative design

Mar 19, 2017

NIRSA: Leaders in Collegiate Recreation recently recognized the state-of-the-art facility for excellence in architectural design and functionality.

Eye on UMSL: Happy 70th

Mar 19, 2017

Chancellor Tom George blows out the cake during a surprise 70th birthday celebration in his office Friday morning.

Weeklong celebration of culture, cuisine and calligraphy proves popular with students

Mar 16, 2017

In celebration of National Foreign Language Week, UMSL’s Department of Language and Cultural Studies organized a host of fun-filled campus events March 6-9.

Emerson vice president says women, minorities are answer to American shortfall in growing STEM economy

Mar 15, 2017

Pamela Jackson’s address on “Women in STEM Careers” was the latest in the Distinguished Speaker Series at UMSL.

Recent UMSL optometry research investigates blocking blue light, promotes saving vision

Mar 15, 2017

Carl Bassi and Blair Gerratt conducted a study on lenses with the potential to protect wearers from the hazards of too much screen time.

Political scientist named UMSL’s first College Professor of Global Studies in Arts and Sciences

Mar 14, 2017

Department of Political Science faculty member Joyce Mushaben is taking the lead on plans for an interdisciplinary certificate program in ethnicity, migration and human diversity.

Tom Meuser discusses impact Alzheimer’s can have on caregivers on ‘The Pulse of St. Louis’

Mar 14, 2017

The director of UMSL’s gerontology program was part of a panel of experts appearing on the Saturday night show on KPLR.

UMSL alumnus comes full circle as executive director of Boys Hope Girls Hope St. Louis

Mar 13, 2017

In 2005, Ashland Tate was a college student in his hometown of New Orleans when Hurricane Katrina prompted a major change of plans.

Martin Rochester argues for more diversity of thought on college campuses while appearing on KMOX

Mar 12, 2017

The Curators’ Teaching Professor of political science appeared on The Charlie Brennan Show on Thursday.

April Regester receives Special Ambassador Award from St. Louis Special School District

Mar 9, 2017

The College of Education professor has been fostering partnerships with SSD since she came to UMSL seven years ago.

Collaborative art project at University City unity gathering in the spotlight

Mar 9, 2017

UMSL’s Department of Art and Art History organized a community art project Feb. 26 in the wake of vandalism at Chesed Shel Emeth Cemetery.

UMSL’s teacher prep programs earn top ratings from Missouri Department of Education

Mar 8, 2017

Thirteen achieved the coveted Tier I status on the 2016 Annual Performance Report for Educator Preparation Programs in the state of Missouri.

Class assignment begun two years ago lives on as printed book and card game

Mar 8, 2017

The project that Nicholas O’Brien and Chris Rolwes helped pull together for course credit in a technical writing class has morphed into a real way to explore St. Louis.

European Academy of Sciences and Arts inducts Michael Cosmopoulos at ceremony in Austria

Mar 7, 2017

As a newly elected member of the academy, he joins the ranks of top scholars and scientists including 33 Nobel Prize winners and one pope.

Fellowship awarded to UMSL’s Nikolaos Poulopoulos extends his research on Greek migration

Mar 6, 2017

The visiting assistant professor is partnering with Aristotle University of Thessaloniki toward a future Museum of Greek Diaspora and Immigration.

Freshly imagined courses bring UMSL Accelerate’s entrepreneurial focus to campus classrooms

Mar 5, 2017

Phil Dunlap’s new course, Business in the Arts, is one of five classes this semester with an emphasis on entrepreneurship and innovation.

Meet Dustin and Casey Aschinger: Twins, classmates and future health professionals

Mar 1, 2017

The brothers are pursuing the same general field of study at UMSL, but they’re on two different career tracks.

UMSL optometrist teams up with Delta Gamma Center to serve children, parents

Feb 28, 2017

Every Thursday, Katie Boland provides low vision evaluations with a touch of creativity and fun for St. Louis-area children and their parents.

Gallery FAB’s latest exhibition offers viewers ‘a four-legged mirror’

Feb 27, 2017

A dog show is underway inside the Fine Arts Building at the University of Missouri­–St. Louis, and it’s of a different breed.

Dave Robertson helps break down St. Louis mayoral race on ‘Stay Tuned’ on the Nine Network

Feb 26, 2017

The chair of UMSL’s Department of Political Science sees a difficult race to predict less than two weeks from the March 7 primary.