After early struggles in the classroom, Govreau found academic success at UMSL and became highly involved on campus with organizations like the Student Social Work Association.
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Summer BSW graduate Joseph Govreau redefines his academic journey at UMSL
After early struggles in the classroom, Govreau found academic success at UMSL and became highly involved on campus with organizations like the Student Social Work Association.
Summer BSW graduate Joseph Govreau redefines his academic journey at UMSL
After early struggles in the classroom, Govreau found academic success at UMSL and became highly involved on campus with organizations like the Student Social Work Association.
Summer BSW graduate Joseph Govreau redefines his academic journey at UMSL
After early struggles in the classroom, Govreau found academic success at UMSL and became highly involved on campus with organizations like the Student Social Work Association.
Sgt. Clayton Fair makes impact at UMSL while earning graduate certificate in accounting
Wanting to earn his accounting certificate and become a better financial fraud investigator, Fair wound up sharing his experience and expertise with other students as Beta Alpha Psi president.
Sgt. Clayton Fair makes impact at UMSL while earning graduate certificate in accounting
Wanting to earn his accounting certificate and become a better financial fraud investigator, Fair wound up sharing his experience and expertise with other students as Beta Alpha Psi president.
Sgt. Clayton Fair makes impact at UMSL while earning graduate certificate in accounting
Wanting to earn his accounting certificate and become a better financial fraud investigator, Fair wound up sharing his experience and expertise with other students as Beta Alpha Psi president.
Through its humanitarian work, UMSL’s College of Optometry helps students see a new side of health care
UMSL’s chapter of Student Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity sends students to schools, Native American reservations and refugee resettlement institutions across the country.
Through its humanitarian work, UMSL’s College of Optometry helps students see a new side of health care
UMSL’s chapter of Student Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity sends students to schools, Native American reservations and refugee resettlement institutions across the country.
Through its humanitarian work, UMSL’s College of Optometry helps students see a new side of health care
UMSL’s chapter of Student Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity sends students to schools, Native American reservations and refugee resettlement institutions across the country.
BSN grad Sarah Barksdale starting position at St. Louis Children’s Hospital Heart Center
Barksdale will be working as a registered nurse, caring for children born with congenital heart defects.
BSN grad Sarah Barksdale starting position at St. Louis Children’s Hospital Heart Center
Barksdale will be working as a registered nurse, caring for children born with congenital heart defects.
BSN grad Sarah Barksdale starting position at St. Louis Children’s Hospital Heart Center
Barksdale will be working as a registered nurse, caring for children born with congenital heart defects.
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Sen. Kit Bond leaves behind legacy championing international education at UMSL
He established the Bond International Scholars program in 2018, and it has provided study abroad scholarships to dozens of UMSL and MU students since.
Sociology graduate Sophie Heinz taking part in commencement 21 years after her father missed his opportunity because of military service
Steve Heinz earned his MPPA from UMSL while stationed at Fort Leonard Wood but was deployed to Iraq before he could attend his graduation in 2004.
Music education major Jake Philipak finds his passion, place at UMSL
Philipak decided to pursue his love of music after first starting college as a physics major at Missouri S&T.
UMSL to honor nearly 1,700 graduates during spring commencement ceremonies
The weekend’s featured speakers will include Clayco Founder Bob Clark, James S. McDonnell Foundation President Jason Purnell, former Delmar DivINe Executive Director Jorge Riopedre and UMSL alumni Dr. Mansur Nurdel and Andrea Jackson-Jennings.
UMSL Engineering students celebrate opening of new Greenwood Cemetery access road
Under faculty member Gary Moore’s guidance, four engineering students did an initial site analysis, then brought the design to 90% completion before handing the project off to partners.
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The men’s and women’s golf teams are both bound for the NCAA Division II Golf Championships after finishing second and fifth, respectively, in their regional tournaments.
Optometry graduate Alex Fenson launching career in vision therapy
Fenson, who competed in the Olympic trials for curling while starting optometry school, plans to bring needed care to his hometown of Bemidji, Minnesota.
3 questions with John Ampomah, master’s student in criminology and criminal justice
Ampomah represented his native Ghana in the javelin in the 2016 Rio Olympics. He is now researching vigilante justice and policing at UMSL.
AACSB renews College of Business Administration’s dual accreditation for all business and accounting programs
Fewer than 2% of business schools worldwide hold AACSB dual accreditation status for business and accounting programs.
Upcoming BSN graduate Miranda Martin lands position as operating room nurse at SSM Health DePaul Hospital
Through the Opportunity Scholars Program, Martin received a full-ride, four-year scholarship to UMSL.
Succeed+ student Jaylin Brown meets with legislators in Washington to advocate for postsecondary education
Brown spent three days in the nation’s capital participating in policy training, touring the National Mall and the White House and speaking with politicians such as Sen. Eric Schmitt.
UMSL hosts Midwest Ecology and Evolution Conference
Students from more than 20 colleges and universities across the Midwest attended the conference April 26-27 at the UMSL Science Complex.
Undergraduate Research Symposium provides forum for students to share deeper learning
More than 50 students participated in the annual symposium and shared research on topics ranging from biology and chemistry to history and music.
Eye on UMSL: Lifting her voice
Vocal music students performed during a recital last Wednesday at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.
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The baseball team secured the No. 8 seed in the Great Lakes Valley Conference Tournament after taking two out of three in a wet weekend series against Maryville.
UMSL providing educational opportunities, scholarships to students in Ferguson-Florissant International Baccalaureate Program
The new partnership reflects UMSL’s commitment to expanding access to higher education and supporting student success in the St. Louis region.
MSW graduate Irene Travis faces adversity and triumphs on the field and in the classroom
Travis battled back from a torn ACL to become a leader on the softball team while also pursuing two bachelor’s degrees as an undergraduate.
UMSL community gathers on campus to take part in fun and games during annual Mirthweek celebration
The centerpiece of the annual tradition was a carnival on the RWC East Lawn with games, rides, face painting and more.
Upcoming UMSL Optometry graduates Alexandra Buffington and Vivien Pham build on shared interest in humanitarian work in Guatemala
The group of volunteers through I Care International examined approximately 1,100 patients during the clinics in early March.
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UMSL’s golf teams are each headed to the NCAA Tournament after strong performances in the Great Lakes Valley Conference Championships.
Eye on UMSL: Practice makes perfect
Coaches and student athletes from UMSL’s basketball, volleyball and soccer teams worked with more than 20 children at the Mark Twain Athletic Center as part of Bring a Child to Work Day.
Students improve presentation skills while showcasing breadth of their work at Graduate Research Fair
Students from biology, chemistry, communication, computer science, criminology and criminal justice, English, political science, psychological sciences, and supply chain and analytics took part in the fair.
University of Missouri–St. Louis collaborating with Scale AI to strengthen geospatial workforce
A new agreement will support scholarships for GIS students at UMSL and provide learning credit for Scale employees pursuing their GIS Certificates at the university.
UMSL English Writing Program shows students the impact writing makes
Associate Professor Lauren Obermark and Assistant Teaching Professor Lauren Terbrock-Elmestad worked to revamp the curriculum of the university’s first-year writing course, including the addition of a community advocacy project.
Eye on UMSL: ‘A Grand Night for Singing!’
Members of the Singing Actor’s Workshop Ensemble perform a song from Rodgers and Hammerstein on April 10 in the Lee Theater at the Touhill.
Mirthweek returns with a full week of events on campus, including the Student Leadership Awards, Mirthweek Carnival and more
New events include an after party and Jeopardy-inspired trivia game.
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The 20th-ranked women’s golf team took first place in the UMSL Spring Invitational, finishing 29 shots ahead of runner-up Indianapolis at Norwood Hills Country Club.
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.
Supply chain master’s student Kabita Rokka lands job with Bruker Corporation
Rokka, who earned three degrees in her home country of Nepal before enrolling at UMSL, has made the most of her experience on campus, both inside and outside of the classroom.
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Freshman Morgan Lint helped the women’s tennis team post victories against Illinois Springfield and Lewis to open the GLVC schedule.
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.
Eye on UMSL: Trash Bash
Members of UMSL Sustainability participated in the annual Confluence Trash Bash clean-up on South Campus in early April.
May sociology graduate Triniti West explores passions for community and public policy
West has served in leadership positions with student organizations, worked at the University Tutoring Center and participated in a panel discussion with local legislators.
Information Systems Career Conference gives IST students opportunity to explore future options
Representatives from companies including Anheuser-Busch and Norton Digital Consulting were on hand to offer career advice and inform students of possible internship and job opportunities.
DBA grad Jesse Core produces eye-opening large-scale field experiment with Harps Foods
Core, founder of Scarlet Letter Brewing Company, conducted research at Harps Foods locations aimed at finding out if giving emerging brands more shelf space could increase overall sales for the retailer.
Eye on UMSL: Dance party
The Century Rooms at the Millennium Student Center hosted the St. Louis Dance Showcase, billed as an ‘unforgettable afternoon of rhythm and dance.’
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Freshman Logan Mayo won his first collegiate tournament, claiming medalist honors at the Findianapolis Intercollegiate.
Chancellor Kristin Sobolik joins GEONEXT panel discussing emerging careers in geospatial technology
The conversation took place as part of STL TechWeek to highlight the growing need for geospatial leaders.
2025 Trailblazer Awards celebrates individuals who educate and inspire generations
This year’s recipients are Grace Desjardins, Adella Jones, Dawn King, Ekin Pellegrini, Chanua Ross and Lynn Staley.
Leslie Davis co-edits book on trauma-informed gatekeeping in counselor education while finishing PhD
The book and Davis’ dissertation examine how counseling educators can effectively approach situations when students are not prepared to work in the field.
Eye on UMSL: Cave exploring
UMSL’s Environmental Adventure Organization participates in a variety of adventures throughout the year including caving, hiking, picnics, ice skating, bonfires and camping.
Expanded Anchor Accelerator internship program offers immersive entrepreneurial experience to UMSL students
The expanded program from the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center offers students an opportunity to get a hands-on experience with both founders and mentors.
First-year optometry student Luke Pellegrino builds on passion for working with low-vision patients by raising a puppy for Dogs Inc
In addition to his studies, Pellegrino is teaching the puppy basic cues and exposing her to new environments.
UMSL designated ‘Voter Friendly Campus’ for fifth time
The Fair Elections Center’s Campus Vote Project and NASPA recognized 272 campuses in 39 states and the District of Columbia on the 2025-26 list.
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Leo Baudry led the 25th-ranked men’s golf team to a fourth-place showing in the Findlay Spring Invitational after finishing in a tie for fifth on the individual leaderboard.
Tritons treated to thrilling overtime win during UMSL Night at the St. Louis Blues
Around 250 UMSL fans enjoyed watching the home team’s 4-3 victory over the Vancouver Canucks.
Eye on UMSL: Chalk With Us
UMSL’s Honors College partnered with the Office of Student Involvement, State Historical Society of Missouri and others to create the event honoring St. Louis women.
Cloud-focused Business Intelligence Workshop on Emerging Technologies features speakers from Microsoft, FinLocker
Assistant Professor Vivek Singh created the workshop last year with the goal of bringing the latest developments in the areas of Business Intelligence and Artificial Intelligence to UMSL.
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Matt Enright scored a game-high 29 points, but the men’s basketball team still fell to Lake Superior State 75-62 in the NCAA Division II Midwest Regional final.
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- Sgt. Clayton Fair makes impact at UMSL while earning graduate certificate in accounting
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- BSN grad Sarah Barksdale starting position at St. Louis Children’s Hospital Heart Center
- UMSL alum Angel Recci heading up St. Louis’ Telemundo station
- Sen. Kit Bond leaves behind legacy championing international education at UMSL
- Sociology graduate Sophie Heinz taking part in commencement 21 years after her father missed his opportunity because of military service
- Music education major Jake Philipak finds his passion, place at UMSL
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