Flag raising ceremony kicks off UMSL celebration of Veterans Day

Nov 11, 2021

Student veteran and music major Krishaun Dotson-Orange performed “Reveille” and “To the Color” on his trumpet as Army ROTC members raised the flag.

A revamped Sue Shear Leadership Academy returns to campus

Nov 11, 2021

UMSL students Beauty Cooper and Tori Tappe participated in the program, which is designed to inspire women’s civic engagement and leadership.

St. Louis County Council honors UMSL men’s basketball team for accomplishments in season cut short by COVID-19

Nov 11, 2021

The council adopted a resolution commending the Tritons for winning the GLVC title and securing an NCAA berth before the tournament’s cancellation in 2019-20.

Veterans Center getting some upgrades with grant from Veterans United Foundation

Nov 10, 2021

The $17,200 donation will pay for physical improvements to the student lounge, including new furniture and a coffee bar, to enhance students’ experiences.

Staff members highlighting UMSL programs and initiatives in CUMU Learning & Sharing Virtual Series

Nov 8, 2021

D’Andre Braddix, Robin Kimberlin, Will Werner, Karl Guenther, Prima Wagan and Natissia Small are all among the scheduled presenters.

Gov. Mike Parson speaks at progress tour of $7 million UMSL Nursing Simulation Laboratories expansion, renovation

Nov 3, 2021

The project is designed to address the state’s nursing shortage by increasing UMSL Nursing’s capacity to graduate pre-licensure BSN students by 20%.

Tara Cramer, Betsy Sampson and Dorian Hall receive UMSL Hero Awards

Nov 1, 2021

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.

Alumna Leigh Bolin serves the remote communities of Alaska

Nov 1, 2021

Bolin has provided vital child advocacy and mental health services to remote areas of the state, sometimes traveling by plane to reach isolated villages.

Students pitch in to clean up campus streams as part of Extension & Engagement Week activities

Oct 25, 2021

UMSL and MU Extension also held a pop-up health and well-being event for community members at the Regional Center for Education and Work.

Black Futurity Group hosts discussion about social justice

Oct 25, 2021

Nearly two dozen faculty, students and staff attended the event, which focused on ways to support Black students and amplify their voices.

UMSL playing leading role in St. Louis Anchor Action Network with goal of building inclusive prosperity

Oct 20, 2021

The network will leverage intentional hiring, career development and spending in parts of the St. Louis region that have faced disinvestment.

Eye on UMSL: Racing Triton land

Oct 18, 2021

Louie the Triton catches a ride with Chancellor Kristin Sobolik during Saturday’s UMSL Alumni 5k Run & Walk.

UMSL Alumni Association draws over 200 participants in inaugural 5K Run & Walk

Oct 18, 2021

The racers got a unique look at campus with a route devised by Steve Picucci, head coach of the UMSL cross country and track and field teams.

UMSL’s new Close the Gap Grant will assist low-income students in earning their degrees

Oct 14, 2021

The program will help eligible students graduate with significantly less debt.

Focus on Teaching and Technology Conference brings more than 1,900 educators together online in 20th year

Oct 11, 2021

The conference provides professional development on emerging trends in technology applications in higher education as well as online teaching strategies.

UMSL recognizes distinguished alumni, outstanding young alumni at hybrid Founders Celebration

Oct 8, 2021

The UMSL Alumni Association honored Melanie Adams, Rajiv Banavali, Jennifer Cobbina, Patricia Hendrickson, Amy Hunter and LaVell Monger.

George and Melissa Paz receive Lee Medal in recognition of their philanthropy

Oct 8, 2021

The Pazs were honored Thursday evening during the university’s 30th annual Founders Celebration, sponsored by Express Scripts.

NGA, UMSL partnering to develop STEM professionals and educators

Oct 6, 2021

NGA Director Vice Admiral Robert D. Sharp and UMSL Chancellor Kristin Sobolik signed an Educational Partnership Agreement on Wednesday.

Hispanic Heritage Month panel discusses inclusivity in the workforce

Oct 4, 2021

Career Services Coordinator Scottie Floyd moderated the discussion, intended to help students discover strategies to target inclusive workplaces.

UMSL Accelerate kicks off 2nd round of the Anchor Accelerator with reception

Oct 4, 2021

Applications for the second Anchor Accelerator opened on Sept. 29 and will close on Oct. 29.

Charlotte Richards makes an impression on the volleyball court, off it

Oct 1, 2021

Richards is the reigning Great Lakes Valley Conference Player of the Year and will earn her degree in supply chain management in December.

Tami Davenport, Phil Donato and Chris Sullivan receive UMSL Hero Awards

Oct 1, 2021

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.

Eye on UMSL: Celebrating together

Sep 27, 2021

The faculty and staff of the UMSL College of Business Administration expressed their joy at being back together on campus during their annual group photo.

New class of Coro Fellows eager to learn, make an impact in the St. Louis community

Sep 27, 2021

The 10 new fellows recently began their training and will be spending time at dozens of organizations across the St. Louis area.

Fall Virtual Job Fair sees increased participation and engagement

Sep 24, 2021

More than 400 students and alumni attended the event, connecting with representatives from 111 companies in a variety of industries.

UMSL renews agreement to offer Bachelor of Social Work program for students at Mineral Area College

Sep 21, 2021

Under the agreement, UMSL also has an opportunity to develop other degree programs on the MAC campus, should it identify a need.

Karl Guenther, Patricia Parker honored at North County Inc.’s 44th annual Leadership Breakfast

Sep 20, 2021

Guenther received an Excellence in Partnership Leadership Award, and Parker received a Diversity & Inclusion Leadership Award.

Eye on UMSL: A Triton welcome

Sep 20, 2021

With a clink of the coffee cup, Louie the Triton welcomes Joshua Evans to his role as coordinator and VA certifying official of the UMSL Veterans Center.

UMSL wins fifth Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine

Sep 20, 2021

The magazine recognized 101 U.S. colleges and universities that demonstrated an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion.

UMSL faculty and staff members honored with Chancellor’s Awards

Sep 18, 2021

Chancellor Kristin Sobolik presented awards to seven faculty members and three staff members during Tuesday’s Faculty and Staff Recognition Ceremony.

Fiesta de Quince a Quince opens UMSL Hispanic Heritage Month festivities

Sep 16, 2021

UMSL psychology student Alondra Ramirez and Mike “Baba” Nelson performed at the block party style-event, featuring food, music and dance.

Chancellor Kristin Sobolik highlights UMSL’s continued commitment to student success in annual address

Sep 14, 2021

Sobolik announced the creation of the St. Louis Scholars Program and plans for a full-need tuition assistance program beginning in Spring 2022.

Hybrid Founders event will celebrate contributions to UMSL virtually and in person

Sep 13, 2021

The 2021 Founders Celebration will include a large virtual celebration that will go live on Oct. 7 at 7 p.m. CST and a small in-person one.

UMSL Veterans Center organizes 9/11 memorial

Sep 13, 2021

Students, staff and faculty planted American flags on the Millennium Student Center South Lawn to remember the lives lost 20 years ago.

St. Louis Business Journal honors Natissia Small as champion for diversity and inclusion

Sep 10, 2021

UMSL’s vice provost for access, academic support and workforce integration has been working to expand access to education for more than 25 years.

UMSL to distribute $10.8 million in COVID relief funding to students this school year

Sep 9, 2021

Students are invited to apply on a first-come, first-served basis for emergency grants to assist with financial hardships or expenses related to COVID-19.

Psychology major Emily Kersten finds her place through involvement on campus

Sep 7, 2021

Kersten has worked as a resident advisor, interned with Children’s Advocacy Services of Greater St. Louis and held leadership positions with Psi Chi.

Students hungry for connection at UMSL Fall Involvement Expo

Sep 7, 2021

Student organizations set up tables in the Millennium Student Center third floor rotunda to recruit new members last Wednesday.

St. Louis Public Radio celebrates 25th anniversary of ‘St. Louis on the Air’

Sep 6, 2021

Since 1996, the show has explored issues and challenges confronting the region and has examined local art, culture and history.

UMSL honors faculty completing ACUE’s Effective Online Teaching Practices program

Aug 30, 2021

Forty-two faculty members completed the rigorous, 25-module program and learned evidence-based strategies to help students stay engaged and learn in online courses.

New sport management program jump-starts students’ careers

Aug 30, 2021

Sport management student Eddie Cooney and alumnus Lucas Marroquin have landed positions with the St. Louis Cardinals and St. Louis City FC.

Tina Pamintuan chosen to serve as CEO of St. Louis Public Radio 

Aug 30, 2021

Pamintuan has more than 20 years of experience in public media and has spent the past three years as the general manager at KALW (91.7 FM) in San Francisco.

Lynn Staley, Derrick Freeman and Jackie Warren receive UMSL Hero Award

Aug 30, 2021

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.

Mineral Area College to hold informational meeting about UMSL-led Master of Social Work program

Aug 26, 2021

Those interested in the joint program can learn more from 6-7:30 p.m. on Aug. 31 in Technology Building Room T107 on the MAC campus.

New incentive program aims to encourage more people to get vaccinated against COVID-19

Aug 23, 2021

Students, faculty and staff who provide a record of their COVID-19 vaccination will be entered into a series of drawings for a chance to win a $500 Visa gift card.

Back to school: Scenes from Move-In Day 2021

Aug 23, 2021

A new class of freshmen brought life to campus last week as they settled into Oak Hall ahead of the fall semester.

Children’s Advocacy Services of Greater St. Louis receives $5 million in grant funding

Aug 20, 2021

Two grants will fund programs to support behavioral therapy trainers and to facilitate treatment for children who’ve experienced trauma.

Eye on UMSL: A teaching, learning welcome

Aug 16, 2021

Center for Teaching and Learning staff show off their fun sides, welcoming the semester with smiles on their faces and a hint of dance in their steps.

UMSL Police Detective Mariah Thomas educates, inspires at Camp Fury STL

Aug 15, 2021

Thomas served as an instructor and mentor during the weeklong camp, where Girl Scouts trained alongside female firefighters and police officers.

UMSL-sponsored St. Louis Racial Equity Summit draws over 1,000 registrations in virtual second iteration

Aug 9, 2021

The three 2021 keynote speakers were adrienne maree brown, Angela Davis and Edgar Villanueva, and Shelly Tochluk led the featured workshop.