The third-year optometry student is able to network with optometrists across the state, help out with conferences and learn more about the organization’s legislative work.
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As president of the Missouri Optometric Student Association, Emerald Jones helps fellow students advocate for the future of the profession
The third-year optometry student is able to network with optometrists across the state, help out with conferences and learn more about the organization’s legislative work.
As president of the Missouri Optometric Student Association, Emerald Jones helps fellow students advocate for the future of the profession
The third-year optometry student is able to network with optometrists across the state, help out with conferences and learn more about the organization’s legislative work.
As president of the Missouri Optometric Student Association, Emerald Jones helps fellow students advocate for the future of the profession
The third-year optometry student is able to network with optometrists across the state, help out with conferences and learn more about the organization’s legislative work.
Holly Hull Miori to serve as UMSL’s new associate vice chancellor for development
Miori, who will assume her new role on Dec. 16, is an expert on Millennial philanthropy with vast experience working on comprehensive campaigns.
Holly Hull Miori to serve as UMSL’s new associate vice chancellor for development
Miori, who will assume her new role on Dec. 16, is an expert on Millennial philanthropy with vast experience working on comprehensive campaigns.
Holly Hull Miori to serve as UMSL’s new associate vice chancellor for development
Miori, who will assume her new role on Dec. 16, is an expert on Millennial philanthropy with vast experience working on comprehensive campaigns.
Four-time UMSL alum Miranda Ming helps students from all backgrounds achieve success
Now the executive director of Momentum Academy in St. Louis, Ming worked to create the CLIMB program at UMSL.
Four-time UMSL alum Miranda Ming helps students from all backgrounds achieve success
Now the executive director of Momentum Academy in St. Louis, Ming worked to create the CLIMB program at UMSL.
Four-time UMSL alum Miranda Ming helps students from all backgrounds achieve success
Now the executive director of Momentum Academy in St. Louis, Ming worked to create the CLIMB program at UMSL.
With Big Belly Deli, UMSL alum Nick Boyd chases entrepreneurial dreams
Boyd and Chris Timmermann, co-owners of Big Belly Deli in Florissant, opened their shop in December 2023 and built a loyal following with their signature Dutch Crunch bread.
With Big Belly Deli, UMSL alum Nick Boyd chases entrepreneurial dreams
Boyd and Chris Timmermann, co-owners of Big Belly Deli in Florissant, opened their shop in December 2023 and built a loyal following with their signature Dutch Crunch bread.
With Big Belly Deli, UMSL alum Nick Boyd chases entrepreneurial dreams
Boyd and Chris Timmermann, co-owners of Big Belly Deli in Florissant, opened their shop in December 2023 and built a loyal following with their signature Dutch Crunch bread.
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Eye on UMSL: Hispanic Heritage Month kickoff
Juanjo Gonzalez and Amber Nelson were among the members of Alma de Mexico performing traditional dances for UMSL students during a kickoff event in the MSC.
Members of the UMSL community have until Sept. 28 to cast their votes in alma mater competition
A group of faculty members, students and one alum from the Department of Music helped select the three finalists from 39 submissions.
Fall Internship & Job Fair connects hundreds of UMSL students with potential employers from across St. Louis region
This year’s fair brought 460 students and 85 different companies to the Touhill.
Alum Alexus Russell flourishes at Wells Fargo and hopes to help small businesses thrive
Russell earned her degree in accounting at UMSL and for nearly two years has worked as a senior financial controls and oversight analyst.
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The fifth-ranked UMSL volleyball team matched its best start in school history when it went 4-0 in last weekend’s McKendree Invitational to improve to 12-0 on the season.
UMSL gets high marks for supporting social mobility in latest US News ‘Best Colleges’ rankings
The publication ranked UMSL first in Missouri on its list of “Top Performers on Social Mobility,” which highlights how well universities graduate students who receive Pell Grants.
UMSL community gathers to celebrate 60th anniversary of the university’s founding
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
Over the summer, the political science major interned in U.S. Rep. Ann Wagner’s office and explored D.C. with several UMSL alumni.
UMSL’s Play Therapy Institute awarded $442,000 to expand services
The funding will go toward hiring a full-time play therapist and graduate research assistant and providing paid internship stipends to counseling students completing their field experience.
Eye on UMSL: Goat yoga
Students, faculty and staff held their yoga poses while joined by a group of goats on the lawn outside the Recreation and Wellness Center on Aug. 31.
60 for 60: Stan Anderson, Darrion Cockrell, Beth Goetz, Ella Jones and Kristin Lawson honored as exceptional UMSL alumni
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.
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Melo Mensah netted the game-winning goal against NAIA foe Central Methodist as the men’s soccer team gave first-year Coach Josh Alderson his first win.
UMSL aims to promote cultural awareness, foster leadership development in four-part workforce training webinar series beginning Sept. 16
The series will include virtual workshops led by Burnea Lester, Myron Burr, Mara Woody and Clara McCalla and is supported by a grant from the Missouri Scholarship & Loan Foundation.
UMSL taps Ryan McDannold to serve as associate vice chancellor for development
McDannold has more than 17 years of experience leading the strategic growth of private philanthropic support for nonprofit and higher education organizations.
Janet Wilding assumes new role as UMSL’s assistant vice chancellor for economic and community development
Wilding has more than 30 years of experience working in urban planning and helping to spur economic growth across the St. Louis region.
UMSL community members encouraged to display their pride on and off campus on Red and Gold Day Sept. 15
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.
Eye on UMSL: Stomping grounds
Last week, dozens of college students from across St. Louis gathered at UMSL for the annual “Stomp the Quad” dance party.
Michi Tobler engaging in teaching, research and outreach as new E. Desmond Lee Endowed Professor in Zoological Studies at UMSL
Tobler has a dual appointment as senior scientist at the Saint Louis Zoo and will be collaborating on research through the WildCare Institute.
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Senior outside hitter Lexie Rang registered a team-best 63 kills over the weekend as the 10th-ranked UMSL volleyball team won four matches at the Ray Thrasher Classic.
Study Abroad Fall Information Fair draws students interested in experiencing different cultures
Study abroad advisors, student study abroad alumni and faculty program leaders were all on hand at more than a dozen tables to answer questions and offer resources.
Office of Student Involvement kicks off semester with Fall Involvement Jamboree
The event helped students connect with more than 50 campus organizations engaging in activities to meet a range of their interests.
Optometry Scholar and 2023 graduate Dr. Jaci Bongard stays on at UMSL for residency in cornea and contact lenses
Her work as a resident involves doing fittings on keratoconus and trauma patients at SLU and working with specialty lenses at a private practice.
Students have fun, make friends during hot start to fall semester
Campus photographer Derik Holtmann and social media manager Valerie Furlong were out and about throughout the first week of the semester capturing activity around campus.
Triton esports hosts Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament
The top four competitors secured esports scholarships, and the top eight finishers earned coveted spots on the Smash Bros. team.
Lola Ekwere, a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, studies mental health stigmas in UMSL’s PhD Nursing program
Ekwere’s research focuses on mental health stigmas among African and Caribbean people living in the United States.
UMSL honors exemplary faculty, staff with Chancellor’s Awards at annual State of the University Address
Chancellor Kristin Sobolik presented awards to more than 20 faculty and staff members Friday.
UMSL-led research shows boards and commissions in Missouri cities are less diverse than the state’s population
The nonprofit United WE commissioned the report on “Gender Parity on Civic Boards and Commissions in Missouri,” which was released on Thursday.
Haitao Li part of a team of researchers developing sensors to detect and mitigate contamination in the chicken supply chain
The sensors use lasers and fiber optic cables to sense minute concentrations of salmonella bacteria, and Harvest Public Media recently highlighted the work.
Lon Chubiz, Katie Jochens and Tyrome Petty receive UMSL Hero Awards
The monthly awards recognize the exemplary efforts of staff and faculty members from across campus.
UMSL preparing to celebrate 60th anniversary while recommitting to its mission of education, service
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
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
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
New students heard from several speakers, received a lapel pin and recited the Triton Creed to commemorate their induction into the UMSL community.
Students embark on college life at Oak Hall on Move-In Day
Students and parents, assisted by volunteers, carried their boxed-up belongings and dorm decorations into the residence hall ahead of the new academic year.
UMSL Patient Care Center’s renovated second floor features cutting-edge teaching labs, study nooks and lounge spaces for College of Optometry students
The roughly 14,000-square-foot space features teaching labs and study and lounge spaces, and will serve more than 170 students in the program.
Mechanical engineering students build improved testing device for St. Louis manufacturer Hussmann
William Todd, Seth Flamm, Alexander Clark and Briana Kagy developed the apparatus for their Mechanical Engineering Design Project capstone course.
Clinical nursing student Gabe Stanislawski analyzes self-perception through chosen superhero powers
In addition to his studies in the College of Nursing, Stanislawski also plays for the UMSL men’s soccer team.
Fall semester opening at UMSL with 25 new faculty members
Keeta Holmes and Alice Hall helped new faculty members get acclimated to the UMSL community during orientation last Tuesday.
Proud to be an American: Vice Chancellor Chris Spilling becomes naturalized citizen after more than 30 years at UMSL
Spilling recited the Oath of Allegiance at a naturalization ceremony on Aug. 11 at the Thomas F. Eagleton United States Courthouse.
New CCJ graduate Myranda Hogg settling into role at Federal Public Defender’s Office
Hogg began working as a legal administrative assistant in May and completed her master’s degree in criminology and criminal justice this month.
UMSL literacy faculty cultivates an active view of reading and community connections
The team’s work encompasses many areas of research as well as initiatives such as the UMSL Literacy Clinic and the Gateway Writing Project.
UMSL Triton Take-Off welcomes students back to campus with 10 days of events, including new convocation ceremony
New Student Convocation is designed to enhance the new student welcome experience and coincide with UMSL’s 60th anniversary celebrations.
Transform UMSL: Blake Sutter discusses work underway to reshape UMSL campus
Sutter serves as the assistant director of planning, design and construction and is responsible for day-to-day oversight of the $100 million initiative.
Eye on UMSL: Getting acclimated
During UMSL Global’s weeklong Global Triton Welcome, 130 new international students will find support adjusting to studying at UMSL and to living in the United States.
Optometry Scholar and 2023 graduate Dr. Katie Kyles builds on her passion for vision therapy and pediatric care through UMSL residency
As a pediatric resident, Kyles is continuing her work with the Pupil Project, which helps manage learning-related vision problems in children.
UMSL business students gain new perspectives, experience different cultures through study abroad
Twenty-five UMSL business students studied abroad this summer in locations such as Oxford, England; Amsterdam; and Bremen, Germany.
60 for 60: Maria Ellis, Stan Freerks, Ketosha Harris, Joe Russo, Mike Toohey and Luigi Wewege honored as exceptional UMSL alumni
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.
Arts educators get help prepping for new year at E. Desmond Lee Fine Arts Education Collaborative Kickoff
Teachers and coordinators from the Collaborative’s 14 partner school districts had opportunities to network with representatives from 25 area fine arts organizations.
Eye on UMSL: Beginning the climb
A person holds the handrail as they begin to ascend the stairs in the Provincial House on UMSL’s South Campus.
Damon Walker spends summers in Africa teaching farmers how to use mobile devices to track data
Walker has been working in West Africa, instructing farmers and those who train farmers how to use technology to run farms more efficiently.
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