NBCU Academy’s Sandy Sharp delivered the keynote address in front of a packed crowd at Anheuser-Busch Hall.
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International Business Career Conference offers students advice on global careers
NBCU Academy’s Sandy Sharp delivered the keynote address in front of a packed crowd at Anheuser-Busch Hall.
International Business Career Conference offers students advice on global careers
NBCU Academy’s Sandy Sharp delivered the keynote address in front of a packed crowd at Anheuser-Busch Hall.
International Business Career Conference offers students advice on global careers
NBCU Academy’s Sandy Sharp delivered the keynote address in front of a packed crowd at Anheuser-Busch Hall.
Scott Morris, Jesse Frey describe how UMSL is fostering entrepreneurship in latest episode of Inside UMSL podcast
Morris serves as the director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center, and Frey, a marketing major, is the founder of Headlok.
Scott Morris, Jesse Frey describe how UMSL is fostering entrepreneurship in latest episode of Inside UMSL podcast
Morris serves as the director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center, and Frey, a marketing major, is the founder of Headlok.
Scott Morris, Jesse Frey describe how UMSL is fostering entrepreneurship in latest episode of Inside UMSL podcast
Morris serves as the director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center, and Frey, a marketing major, is the founder of Headlok.
UMSL Center for Character and Citizenship hosts Sen. Brian Williams and DESE Commissioner Karla Eslinger at Ed Collabitat
During the event, Williams and Eslinger had the opportunity to connect with more than a dozen superintendents from local school districts and hear from from students working on a civic engagement project.
UMSL Center for Character and Citizenship hosts Sen. Brian Williams and DESE Commissioner Karla Eslinger at Ed Collabitat
During the event, Williams and Eslinger had the opportunity to connect with more than a dozen superintendents from local school districts and hear from from students working on a civic engagement project.
UMSL Center for Character and Citizenship hosts Sen. Brian Williams and DESE Commissioner Karla Eslinger at Ed Collabitat
During the event, Williams and Eslinger had the opportunity to connect with more than a dozen superintendents from local school districts and hear from from students working on a civic engagement project.
Student Pitch Competition offers students opportunity to showcase business ideas in contest with $5,000 first prize
Senior business administration major Vasilya Kadymova, who runs baked treats company Luxury Delights with her sisters, finished first in the competition.
Student Pitch Competition offers students opportunity to showcase business ideas in contest with $5,000 first prize
Senior business administration major Vasilya Kadymova, who runs baked treats company Luxury Delights with her sisters, finished first in the competition.
Student Pitch Competition offers students opportunity to showcase business ideas in contest with $5,000 first prize
Senior business administration major Vasilya Kadymova, who runs baked treats company Luxury Delights with her sisters, finished first in the competition.
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UMSL to host annual Global Game Jam
Are you a gamer? Programmer? Designer? Or just enjoy creating a virtual world? If so, the 2014 Global Game Jam could be for you.
MIMH develops free suicide prevention app
Suicide Lifeguard is intended for anyone concerned that someone they know may be thinking of suicide.
UMSL staffer offers big-city advice to national organization
Tegan Klevorn, coordinator of student activities, wrote a “how to” on creating events at an urban university for the national magazine Campus Activities Programming.
13 top UMSL Daily stories from 2013
They include posts about students unearthing dinosaur bones, a faculty member studying the effects of viewing “The Biggest Loser” and an alumnus’ recollection of rapping in The Nosh.
Wendy Dillinger named head women’s soccer coach
In 12 seasons as a head coach, she owns a career record of 134-83-19 (.608).
MIMH names Felix Vincenz interim director
Felix Vincenz, chief operating officer of St. Louis Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center, has been named interim director of the Missouri Institute of Mental Health at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.
Media Coverage: November 2013
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‘True, loyal friend’ receives UMSL’s Chancellor’s Medallion
Anna Mayer Beck’s love of all things German was nurtured by her immigrant father. And for most of her life she has honored his memory by sharing that rich culture with thousands of St. Louisans.
UMSL social work students assist with ‘Neediest Cases’
Many people give generously to those in need during the holiday season and students in the School of Social Work at the University of Missouri–St. Louis School are no different.
Editor welcomes listeners, readers to St. Louis Public Radio and The Beacon
Monday, Dec. 9, St. Louis Public Radio and the St. Louis Beacon merged. This milestone marks the end of more than a year of effort. But in a sense, we’ve just broken ground for the news organization we intend to build.
Frosty beginning for Science Learning Building
There were a few remarks about the cold weather, but most of the focus Monday afternoon was on the pile of dirt in front of the science complex at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.
Miriam Roccia strives to enhance student experience at UMSL
Her title is assistant dean of students at the University of Missouri-St. Louis, but to many people who are familiar with her face in the Millennium Student Center, Miriam Roccia has another title.
Breaking into fiction big time: MFA alumnus recognized in Ploughshares
It’s reason enough to celebrate when your fiction story is published in the summer 2013 issue of Indiana Review. But when University of Missouri–St. Louis alumnus Ryan Trattles, MFA 2013, learned that his story “Helpful Products for Family Men: A User’s Guide” was also highly praised in Ploughshares, another prestigious literary establishment, it felt a bit surreal.
3 UMSL marketing productions win top higher ed honors
Three of the top 2012 regional awards in higher education marketing and communications were earned by UMSL, according to the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education, District VI. The UMSL Jubilee communications program, the campus’ “Breathe. Tobacco-Free” effort and the “UMSL Gateway for Greatness Campaign Thank You” video were each honored with gold awards from CASE. In addition to the three golds, UMSL received a bronze award for UMSL Magazine. The CASE District VI competition featured a record number of entries from colleges and universities in Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wyoming.
Influential women: UMSL shows off its feminine side
St. Louis Business Journal Publisher Ellen Sherberg received a warm welcome when she approached the University of Missouri–St. Louis in the late 1990s about sponsoring an event to highlight the outstanding achievements of women.
Students of Service carry on Holiday Fest tradition
Their goal is to collect 1,000 items – food, uniforms, toiletries. The annual Holiday Fest is bringing everyone together at the University of Missouri–St. Louis to help local families in need.
UMSL representatives visit with international partner in Kuwait
Nearly 11 years after it was formed, Gulf University for Science and Technologyin Kuwait, a Middle East partner of the University of Missouri–St. Louis, continues to improve and expand its educational opportunities.
Softball Head Coach Brian Levin named 2014 field manager for Akron Racers
University of Missouri–St. Louis head softball coach Brian Levin has been named field manager for the Akron Racers for the 2014 season, as announced by General Manager Joey Arriett.
Rain doesn’t dampen UMSL’s groundbreaking spirit
When Thursday’s steady rain started washing away the mounds of dirt, organizers of a groundbreaking ceremony at the University of Missouri–St. Louis moved the party inside.
Good job UMSL! Month of Community Giving hits record high
To honor their 50th Jubilee this year, employees at the University of Missouri–St. Louis gave nearly $80,000 to the United Way of Greater St. Louis and Community Health Charities of Kansas and Missouri campaigns, breaking the campus record. Both organizations provide funding to social service, health and research agencies in the St. Louis region.
UMSL marketers, communicators target branding at forum
There was probably only one room on the University of Missouri–St. Louis campus where disco music could be heard Tuesday morning.
Media Coverage: October 2013
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Be green, go blue: New recycling bins ramp up UMSL’s sustainability efforts
One hundred fifty new blue recycling bins are being dispersed across the University of Missouri–St. Louis' campus to...
Economist talks homeownership rates
As homeownership decreases nationally and foreclosure rates continue to climb, the housing market in the St. Louis...
UMSL Athletics to reinstate men’s and women’s swimming and diving
The University of Missouri–St. Louis Department of Athletics has announced the reinstatement of men’s and women’s swimming and diving as a varsity sport. Both programs will begin competition in the 2014-15 academic year.
You like us, you really like us!
In just three years, the University of Missouri–St. Louis Facebook page went from only 46 fans to push past a staggering 10,000-fan mark on Nov. 6.
Teaching and Technology Conference attracts more than 350 educators
Amy Collier and Michelle Pacansky-Brock came to town recently to talk about MOOCs (Massive Open Online Course), flipped classrooms and making online learning real, human and connected.
‘I Chose UMSL’ campaign shifts focus to opportunity, outcomes
UMSL students look to the university to create life-altering opportunities. UMSL alumni prove-out those opportunities with solid successes. That’s the story of the newest chapter of the “I Chose UMSL” branding campaign launched in October. This is the fourth iteration of the popular initiative.
Eye on UMSL: Halloween
Judges (from left) Iron Man (Quinten Smith, office support staff in the Cashier’s Office), Super Mario (Rhael Sala, office support staff in the Cashier’s Office), Carpet Ronin (David McGraw, a philosophy graduate student) and Skeleton (Ena Selimovic, a teaching assistant) prepare to weigh in on a pumpkin carving contest at the Millennium Student Center.
UMSL volunteers add ‘color’ to campus
The University of Missouri–St. Louis campus received a little “color and personality” this month thanks to several volunteers.
UMSL students get a little help to relieve stress
The students standing in line Tuesday to get a facial, a haircut or hang out with their friends at the karaoke stage...
UMSL receives national award for commitment to diversity
Deborah Burris, chief diversity officer at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, wears a big smile when she talks about the history of UMSL’s commitment to diversity.
UMSL marketers burst the branded search bubble
In early 2011, marketers at the University of Missouri–St. Louis recognized that advertising on Google and other search engines was becoming more and more important as an advertising vehicle to reach “inquiring” potential students. It was at that time they added “search engine marketing” to UMSL’s traditional media advertising plan (billboards, radio, print) to promote the university’s UMSL Day open house in March.
Media Coverage: September 2013
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UMSL’s Advanced Credit Program shows 25% enrollment increase
With 72 schools, hundreds of teachers and thousands of students to track, you could lose sense of the big picture. But Kathleen Burns, academic director of the Advanced Credit Program at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, points to a steady 25 percent increase in enrollment over the last five years.
Tony Thompson golfs to give St. Louis students a fighting chance
600 yards. Water on the left. Sand on the right. High rough everywhere else. Just plain daunting.
Eye of UMSL: Celebrating SUCCEED
While SUCCEED Program students cheer in the background, Kathy Meath, president and chief executive officer of St. Louis Arc, and UMSL Chancellor Tom George cut through a ribbon to celebrate the launch of the post-secondary program for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Holding the ribbon are Deborah Baldini, associate dean of the College of Arts and Sciences and School of Professional and Continuing Studies at UMSL, and Ann Wilkins, director of the SUCCEED Program.
UMSL staff member, alumni named top leaders in their 30s
A University of Missouri–St. Louis staff member and four alumni are among 30 north St. Louis County leaders in their 30s. The annual awards are presented by North County, Incorporated, a regional development organization, to individuals in their 30s making a significant impact in the community through their profession and/or community involvement.
Crow chosen for Patriot All-America Invitational
University of Missouri–St. Louis senior Warren Crow of the UMSL Tritons men’s golf team is among the 84 golfers selected to participate in the 2013 Patriot All-America Invitational at Wigwam Golf Club in Litchfield Park, Ariz.
UMSL’s Month of Community Giving begins
Give a little, help a lot. It’s the University of Missouri–St. Louis’ Month of Community Giving, an annual campus giving campaign that benefits the causes of the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the Community Health Charities of Kansas and Missouri. Combined, they are community partners to more than 250 nonprofit organizations.
Chancellor recognizes 3 staff members with excellence awards
It isn’t only an enthusiastic student body and erudite faculty that make the University of Missouri–St. Louis a daily success, but an excellent staff as well.
UMSL German Culture Center coordinator receives Carl Schurz Heritage Award
Larry Marsh began his lifelong interest in German language and culture in 1963, when he was a college exchange student to the University of Göttingen in Germany. Since 2000, he has been the coordinator of the German Culture Center at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.
Chancellor Tom George honored for 10 years as UMSL’s top leader
This year’s Founders Dinner was a night of celebrating milestones. The occasion served as the Jubilee birthday party for the University of Missouri–St. Louis. And the university’s top leader, Tom George, was surprised and nearly brought to tears by a tribute to his 10 years as chancellor.
UMSL Be Inspired campaign moves to spring
This time last year the University of Missouri–St. Louis was in full giving mode. UMSL’s Be Inspired campaign had faculty and staff donating to the university to support the programs that inspire them.
‘First, A Dream,’ UMSL’s Jubilee book, on sale now
UMSL’s Jubilee celebrations continue this fall starting with the release of the book, “First A Dream: Reflections for a Golden Jubilee 1963 – 2013.”
Media Coverage: August 2013
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UMSL makes ‘Best Bang for Your Buck’ list
Three years ago, the University of Missouri–St. Louis began using its trademarked positioning statement: “Serious education. Serious value.” That statement has resonated well with prospective students and its validity has received another national endorsement.
Men’s golf begins season ranked No. 18 in Golf World/Nike Golf Preseason Poll
Fresh off its best season in program history, the University of Missouri–St. Louis men’s golf team is ranked No. 18 in the Golf World/Nike Golf Preseason Division II College Coaches’ Poll.
UMSL students help raise money for Old Newsboys Day charities
College of Business Administration students at the University of Missouri–St. Louis joined organizers of the annual Old Newsboys Day for a golf tournament and dinner auction Aug. 4 and 5.
Eye on UMSL: That’s a winner
Mark Monroe, information security officer for Information Technology Services at UMSL, tosses a bag during a game of cornhole at the UMSL Staff Association BBQ on the Millennium Student Center patio. Cheering him on are his ITS colleagues (from left) Jon Kemper, Mike Bate and Mike Toohey.
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