UMSL Accelerate accepts six founders into its first Anchor Accelerator cohort

Dec 10, 2020

The founders were chosen from more than 430 applicants and will each receive $50,000 in non-dilutive capital and nearly $200,000 in in-kind resources.

UMSL waiving application fees for 2021, continuing to waive online fees in spring semester

Dec 2, 2020

The application fee waiver applies to all new undergraduate applications from both the United States and abroad.

Triton Pantry and Triton Emergency Fund providing help during the holidays

Nov 25, 2020

The holiday season, combined with the coronavirus pandemic, make now a key time to support UMSL students who are facing food insecurity.

‘Knowledge through a different lens’: College of Nursing teaches LGBTQ+ care through an innovative module

Nov 25, 2020

The module incorporated education specific to the health care needs, barriers and clinical experiences often encountered by members of the LGBTQ+ community.

UMSL ranks 20th on 2020 list of Best Military-Friendly Online Colleges

Nov 23, 2020

The website used the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs GI Bill Comparison Tool and scored each institution for military culture, support, financial aid and flexibility.

CETC expands relationship with Nestlé Purina to deliver Power BI training to South American employees

Nov 16, 2020

Changes made in response to the COVID-19 pandemic allowed instructors at UMSL’s Computer Education and Training Center to work with clients outside the region.

UMSL kicks off construction on $7 million Nursing Learning Resource and Simulation Center expansion, renovation

Nov 13, 2020

The renovation and expansion will allow the College of Nursing to graduate 20 percent more pre-licensure BSN students annually.

Research-based puppet show sheds light on the refugee experience in America

Nov 12, 2020

“We Came As Refugees: An American Story” tells the story of a family adapting to the U.S., drawing on interviews with St. Louis refugees from around the world.

St. Louis Coro Fellows Program relaunching in 2021 at UMSL

Nov 11, 2020

St. Louis is one of five Coro sites nationally developing civic-minded graduates who work and lead across government, business and nonprofit sectors.

Karen Taylor becomes first staff member to graduate from the CEEL program

Nov 9, 2020

The yearlong program is designed to give educators the knowledge and skills necessary to to become servant-leaders and practice character education.

Eye on UMSL: Arbor Day celebration

Nov 9, 2020

History alumna and Pierre Laclede Honors College staff member Aubri Adams planted a plum tree last Tuesday on South Campus.

Laura and Norman Eaker receive Lee Medal in recognition of their philanthropy

Oct 30, 2020

The Eakers were honored Thursday evening during the university’s 29th annual Founders Celebration, sponsored by Edward Jones.

CIAC report highlights areas of need, opportunity for early childhood care in Missouri

Oct 29, 2020

Kiley Bednar and Ben Cooper led the team doing research into its affordability and accessibility on behalf of the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

UMSL sponsors Kids Voting program during presidential election

Oct 19, 2020

This year about 150,000 students from 15 St. Louis-area school districts will have the chance to participate in Kids Voting Missouri, a program run through the College of Education.

Eye on UMSL: Notarize your ballot

Oct 19, 2020

Staff member Cornell Lewis (at right) brought his absentee ballot to the Quad last week to have it notarized ahead of the Nov. 3 election.

German Culture Center continues to support local teachers while enlivening St. Louis culture

Oct 19, 2020

German language consultant Anja Schmitt led the center’s annual fall workshop in a virtual format for more than two dozen teachers from across the St. Louis region.

UMSL cross country teams make long-awaited debuts in GLVC East Divisional meet

Oct 12, 2020

Freshman Benjamin Vandenbrink paced the men’s team in UMSL’s first competition since 1983. Freshman Kayley Heeter led the women in the program’s first-ever race.

Eye on UMSL: A ‘very hungry’ celebration

Oct 12, 2020

Preschool children at the University Child Development Center performed a reenactment of the iconic children’s book “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” last Thursday.

UMSL Anchor Accelerator provides capital, mentorship to entrepreneurs

Oct 9, 2020

The first-of-its-kind program will award $50,000 to six startup founders with business ideas that directly and positively impact underserved communities.

Alumna Tanika Busch named vice chancellor for finance and administration and chief financial officer

Oct 1, 2020

Chancellor Kristin Sobolik announced that Busch would step into the position on a permanent basis effective immediately.  

More than 1,200 log on to annual Focus on Teaching and Technology Conference for new ideas, networking

Sep 28, 2020

James Lang, an author and professor of English at Assumption College, delivered the keynote address at the virtual event and discussed “Teaching Distracted Minds.”

St. Louis Business Journal recognizes 2 alumni and adjunct instructor among the 2020 Diverse Business Leaders class

Sep 28, 2020

Alumni Jomo Castro and Rachel D’Souza-Siebert, as well as adjunct business instructor Vish Tripathi, were among the 20 individuals honored by the publication.

Virtual Internship and Job Fair forges connections to employers throughout St. Louis region

Sep 28, 2020

Around 500 UMSL students and alumni connected with representatives from 89 companies during the Fall Internship and Job Fair, logging a total of 1,674 meetings.

Eye on UMSL: Pop-up COVID-19 testing

Sep 28, 2020

In partnership with Affinia Healthcare and St. Louis County, UMSL offered free COVID-19 testing to students, faculty and staff on Monday.

New podcast from St. Louis Public Radio, Kaiser Health News spotlights cracks in rural health care

Sep 24, 2020

The first season of “Where It Hurts” will take listeners to Fort Scott, Kansas, in the year after its only hospital – Mercy Hospital Fort Scott – closed.

UMSL alumni connect and enjoy Spanish cuisine at virtual ‘Crafts in Your Kitchen’ event

Sep 21, 2020

Ed Munn Sanchez and Brian Owens demonstrated how to make paella while 125 attendees followed along via Zoom, preparing the dish in their own homes.

Virtual or in-person? Locating student resources during the fall semester

Sep 21, 2020

Units offering student resources have moved virtual or enacted other measures to keep the UMSL community safe during the coronavirus pandemic.

Eye on UMSL: Self-defense class

Sep 21, 2020

Freshman business major William Shi assists UMSL Police Officer Dustin Smith with a demonstration during a self-defense training event held last week in the Quad.

Eye on UMSL: Behind the scenes

Sep 14, 2020

Chancellor Kristin Sobolik delivered her annual State of the University Address into a camera with an in-person audience of fewer than 10 people last Thursday in the Lee Theater.

UMSL Recreation and Wellness Center adapts amid pandemic

Sep 14, 2020

The Recreation and Wellness Center has enacted measures such as mandatory face masks, deep cleaning and reservation systems to keep members safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Exemplary faculty and staff honored with Chancellor’s Awards

Sep 14, 2020

Chancellor Kristin Sobolik recognized six faculty members and three staff members for their contributions to UMSL during the virtual 2020 State of the University Address.

UMSL climbs in latest US News & World Report rankings, remains top performer on social mobility

Sep 14, 2020

UMSL continues to be ranked in the Tier 1 research university category and moved up 14 spots to rank No. 126 nationally among public research universities.

Chancellor Kristin Sobolik calls on UMSL to deepen its impact, expand its reach during State of the University Address

Sep 10, 2020

Sobolik delivered the annual address via livestream Thursday afternoon from the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.

U.S. Department of Education awards UMSL $1.3 million TRIO grant to support student success

Sep 10, 2020

The grant will support tutoring, mentoring, financial literacy and other services for 140 first generation students from under-resourced backgrounds.

UMSL earns recognition again on Washington Monthly’s list of ‘Best Colleges for Student Voting’

Sep 8, 2020

The university was part of the magazine’s inaugural list in 2018 and joined a record 157 institutions to be recognized in 2020.

Gallery 210 features Chicago artist Maggie Meiners’ ‘Revisiting Rockwell’

Sep 4, 2020

The exhibition, which reimagines Norman Rockwell’s Saturday Evening Post covers, will open Sept. 12 at Gallery 210 by appointment.

UMSL a recipient of INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine’s 2020 HEED Award

Sep 1, 2020

The national magazine recognized UMSL for demonstrating outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion. It was the fourth time the university received the honor.

UMSL staff offers tips for success to new students

Aug 31, 2020

Members of the Center for Teaching and Learning, Student Academic Support Services and the Thomas Jefferson Library provide advice, resources and support to new Tritons.

Research Enabled helping connect university researchers with industry to find solutions to business problems

Aug 28, 2020

Director Jay De Long encourages all faculty members to log onto the online portal to accept their profiles and post industry-facing research projects.

New library program aims to help First-Year Experience students

Aug 28, 2020

The Personal Librarian Program pairs First-Year Experience students with a librarian to help with research and navigate library resources.

Newly launched St. Louis Regional Data Exchange brings together more than 420 local public datasets into one location

Aug 26, 2020

The online portal features publicly available data from the City of St. Louis, St. Louis County, St. Charles County, Jefferson County, St. Clair County and Madison County.

Glad to be back: Students return to campus as classes resume

Aug 24, 2020

Campus photographer August Jennewein captured scenes from a quieter than usual first day of the fall semester with many courses being held online.

A little bit different, a lot the same: Scenes from Move-In Day 2020

Aug 24, 2020

Freshmen brought life to campus last week as they moved into Oak Hall in shifts, keeping the halls socially distanced.

UMSL Community Garden donates summer produce to Operation Pathways

Aug 21, 2020

Several pounds of fruits and vegetables went to the organization’s cooking and nutrition programs at the St. Luke’s Plaza Apartments.

Fall semester kicks off with Triton Take-Off, Weeks of Welcome events

Aug 20, 2020

First-year and transfer students participate in traditional events such as College 101, Friday Frenzy Fun and the Serendipity Sendoff, which take place virtually this semester.

What to expect when returning to campus for the fall semester

Aug 17, 2020

Campus photographer August Jennewein captured scenes of the signage, protocols and space modifications that will greet people when classes begin next week.

Chris Sullivan discusses protocols in place to protect students, faculty and staff in new semester

Aug 17, 2020

The director of Health, Counseling and Disability Access Services is a member of the eight-person unified command team helping guide the campus during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Campus Screen app assists students, faculty and staff monitoring their own health daily

Aug 17, 2020

The app, developed at Stanbridge University, takes users through a series of questions about their health symptoms, contacts they might have had with other people and recent travel.

Campus buildings get new look and a message of pride and unity in time for fall semester

Aug 10, 2020

Wendy Allison, the lead graphic designer for University Marketing and Communications, designed the “We Are UMSL Tritons” graphics now on display around campus.

Doctoral student Zachary Schwartz is the voice behind folk-rock act The Hollow Ends

Aug 10, 2020

Schwartz released his full-length album, “Bears in Mind,” in 2018. His folk-rock songs often draw on themes such as mental health, mortality and relationships.