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.
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UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
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.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
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.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Joyful, challenging, fulfilling: The first-year experience through Madison Bick’s eyes
BSN major Madison Bick concluded her freshman year at UMSL this spring with a 4.0 GPA and two campus awards including “Desk Assistant of the Year” and “Shining Star.”
Newest edition of Litmag showcases campus community’s artistic, literary talents
Spanning 90-some pages, the student-run literary magazine’s 2016 edition offers up a carefully curated selection of written and visual pieces.
Physics star, spring grad headed to Space and Planetary Science doctoral program
Cameron Nunn will conduct research on black holes as part of her Distinguished Doctoral Fellowship at the University of Arkansas.
Sports, weather and UMSL
A pair of recently aired TV spots showcase the beauty of the UMSL campus and its collaborative, hard-working community.
Embracing the unexpected, Mattie Lindsey makes switch from health care to beauty industry
As chief creative officer for Beautiful You, the spring 2016 graduate hopes to apply lessons from UMSL coursework in gender studies and other academic areas to the world of cosmetology.
Gretchen Schisla’s graphic design packs dynamic social impact
The American Institute of Graphic Arts has recognized Associate Professor of Graphic Design Gretchen Schisla as a 2016 AIGA Design Fellow.
St. Louis veterans join forces with UMSL faculty, students for Telling Project premiere in Grand Center
With stories as wide-ranging as the places they’ve served around the world, each participant’s words weave around the others’ in fascinating and moving ways.
Research, research, research: 8 undergraduate projects underway at UMSL
Alzheimer’s Disease, stone lithography and plant hormones are just a few of the research topics that undergraduate students are tackling this year.
Honors graduate heads to law school on full-tuition scholarship
Born in Bangladesh, Nousheen “Bri” Ehsan has developed a particular passion for immigration law, which she hopes to one day practice in St. Louis.
Still standing: Nursing professor with cancer carries on teaching, inspires students
Mike Bovier didn’t miss giving a single lecture of his Adult Health 1 class, which saw him through a tough semester, surgery and chemotherapy. His students say they’ll never forget him.
UMSL writers, high school students look to break down borders with new summer writing camp
The two-week experience is a chance for young St. Louis writers to hone their skills, read each other’s work and create their own literary zine.
On comedy, corn and common sense: Mirthweek conversations with Bo Burnham and Nick Offerman
Nick Offerman and Bo Burnham played to an enthusiastic, sold-out crowd at UMSL this spring during the university’s annual Mirthweek celebration.
The St. Louis Mercantile Library: 170 years and counting
It’s been 18 years since the Mercantile relocated to the UMSL campus, where it continues to serve scholars, library members, students, faculty and the general public.
10th annual print fair sets the tone for Mercantile’s 170th year of existence
The event drew an estimated 750 people to campus two weekends ago, featuring all sorts of treasures plus demonstrations, library tours and free ice cream.
Graduating senior reflects on 7 things she’ll miss most about UMSL
From student discounts to unexpected pianos to rigorous classes, Lingru Kong shares what she’s enjoyed most during her time on campus.
Aspiring detective connects community with criminal justice
Building on a college career marked by service, graduating senior Jessica Ploss hopes to become a federal agent and assist families affected by crime.
NSLS chapter celebrates student inductees, honors faculty and staff
Student members of the National Society of Leadership and Success honored faculty, staff and each other during the UMSL chapter’s recent induction ceremony.
Spring grad Eric’el Johnson blazes trails at UMSL, builds bright future at Boeing
With last weekend’s commencement celebration behind her, the electrical engineering major, Opportunity Scholar and UMSL Ambassador now heads to Boeing.
Brains. Shoes. Choices. Cameron Roark excels at UMSL
The graduating senior is a two-term president of the Student Government Association, criminology and criminal justice major, mentor and frequent user of Dr. Seuss quotes.
Amy Hunter promotes understanding, peace through courage and activism
Amy Hunter fights for equality in St. Louis and beyond while pursuing a doctorate in social justice.
Love for Syria, children’s health inspires pre-med student Alaa Kuziez
After fleeing her home country’s civil war while in high school, Alaa Kuziez landed in Missouri and faced big decisions in a totally new place.
The Current, past and present: Student newspaper celebrates 50 years
Small, independent and nearly as old as UMSL itself, the newspaper that has regularly filled campus racks since 1966 marks a major milestone this year.
Five baseball players named All-GLVC, McGuire and Simokaitis on First Team
UMSL finished the 2016 campaign with a 29-21 overall record, including an 11-17 GLVC mark.
K.C. Strittmater helps Bolduc House Museum survive Missouri floods, renew commitment to history
K.C. Strittmater learned disaster management after flooding hit the Bolduc House Museum in Ste. Geneviève, Mo.
Gratitude for campus leaders, student organizations in the spotlight at Student Leadership Awards
A total of 20 awards were given in recognition of individual UMSL students, faculty and staff members, and student organizations.
Political science professor explores modern warfare in new book
J. Martin Rochester’s latest book explores how the laws of combat must adapt to an always-changing battlefield.
Eye on UMSL: Finals week
Alysa Kaiser, Lindsey Smith and Cody Barton study for exams in a packed Thomas Jefferson Library, which is open later in the evening during finals week.
UMSL region’s first and only NSA, DHS designated ‘Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education’
The honor comes just two years after the formation of the UMSL Cybersecurity Program, and only one other institution in Missouri holds the distinction.
UMSL celebrates spring 2016 graduates, with nearly 1,600 students finishing their degrees
Graduating students will gather with family, friends and the campus community for commencement exercises set to take place May 14 and 15.
Optometry student wins first place InfantSEE Scholarship, gains extensive externship experience
Shelby Baugh Bruner’s advocacy for infant vision examinations won her the first place InfantSEE Scholarship, which she’ll use to fund externships beyond those she will do in St. Louis.
Student leader named 2016 Newman Civic Fellow
Campus Compact has recognized Dan Mueller’s years of community service and honored him with the 2016 Newman Civic Fellows Award.
Local students head to Maryland for National History Day finals
For UMSL’s Peter Acsay, who coordinates the St. Louis regional contest each year, it’s gratifying to see young people doing the kinds of things professional historians do.
Eye on UMSL: Simply sublime
A harpist performs during “Sweet Swan of Avon” at the Touhill, presented on the 400th anniversary of the death of William Shakespeare.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
Men’s tennis advanced to the semifinals of the GLVC Tournament with a 5-3 win over Lewis in the quarterfinals. The team awaits word on a possible NCAA Division II tournament berth.
20 years of Greek Studies at UMSL
Greek Studies professor Michael Cosmopoulos facilitates student growth through the power of travel, archaeological study and myth.
Eye on UMSL: Grace notes
Alijah Rothman, a SUCCEED student at UMSL, plays “Amazing Grace” on his recorder outside the Provincial House of the Pierre Laclede Honors College.
Precollegiate STARS program sees record enrollment for 2016
The precollegiate research program Students and Teachers as Research Scientists has a record 96 high school juniors enrolled this summer.
Every dollar helps: Students launch campaign to assist students
Between April 25 and 29, UMSL community members can add a dollar to their bill at the Nosh and other campus eateries to support a new Triton Hunger Relief Fund.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
In men’s golf, the Tritons are the No. 1 seed in the Midwest heading into NCAA Midwest/Central Regional play next Tuesday in Michigan.
Ferguson students explore space through UMSL Astronomy Outreach Program, Challenger Learning Center
More than 100 Ferguson Middle School students visited campus, where they experienced the recently renovated UMSL planetarium.
Carnival fun, comedy show and more mark return of Mirthweek
Mirthweek, set for April 25 to May 1, has evolved from what was once simply the annual Mirthday into a whole week’s worth of campus festivities.
Visiting poet Roger Reeves aims at ‘permission to be writers’ with UMSL, MICDS students
The acclaimed poet will also give a public reading at 7 p.m. April 25 at UMSL at Grand Center during his stay in St. Louis.
Business graduate programs named among ‘Best for Vets’
“Military Times” recently listed UMSL’s College of Business Administration among the top 25 graduate business schools for veterans in the nation.
Students’ marketing efforts lead to a sold-out business conference
More than 1,200 people are attending UMSL’s fourth annual Midwest Digital Marketing Conference at St. Louis Union Station April 21.
Perryman becomes first NCAA DII player selected in National Pro Fastpitch Draft
Last week, senior pitcher Hannah Perryman became the first NCAA Division II player ever selected in the National Pro Fastpitch Draft.
Ben & Jerry’s ice cream, business philosophy find fans during duo’s campus visit
The founding faces behind Ben & Jerry’s ice cream made an appearance at UMSL last week before a crowd of about 150 people.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
UMSL Men’s Golf holds a one-stroke lead at the GLVC Championships following day one’s 36-hole play. The defending league champion Tritons carded rounds of 290 and 283 to lead the field of 14 teams with a score of 573 with the final 18 holes of stroke play being held today.
Japanese language students practice Rakugo, put on a show
While introducing her students to a centuries-old storytelling format, Assistant Teaching Professor of Japanese Keiko Ueda immerses them in Japanese culture.
Eye on UMSL: Spring serenade
Christopher Harper plays guitar and sings an original composition as fellow UMSL student Lynnsey Street practices yoga on UMSL’s North Campus.
St. Louis County, UMSL awarded $2.25M to reduce jail population, address racial disparity, among other focuses
Criminology and Criminal Justice Professor Beth Huebner is the lead researcher on the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Safety and Justice Challenge grant.
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