A new exhibition on the third floor of the MSC showcases art made by UMSL Art and Design faculty side by side with work from their current students.
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Eye on UMSL: ‘Hung Together’
A new exhibition on the third floor of the MSC showcases art made by UMSL Art and Design faculty side by side with work from their current students.
Eye on UMSL: ‘Hung Together’
A new exhibition on the third floor of the MSC showcases art made by UMSL Art and Design faculty side by side with work from their current students.
Eye on UMSL: ‘Hung Together’
A new exhibition on the third floor of the MSC showcases art made by UMSL Art and Design faculty side by side with work from their current students.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
Sophomore Justice Beard set a conference record while winning the women’s 500-yard race at last week’s Great Lakes Valley Conference Swimming and Diving Championships.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
Sophomore Justice Beard set a conference record while winning the women’s 500-yard race at last week’s Great Lakes Valley Conference Swimming and Diving Championships.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
Sophomore Justice Beard set a conference record while winning the women’s 500-yard race at last week’s Great Lakes Valley Conference Swimming and Diving Championships.
College of Optometry partnering with Ritenour School District Husky Health Center to provide eye care to students
The newly opened health center allows students to access little-to-no-cost medical care and behavioral health services during school hours.
College of Optometry partnering with Ritenour School District Husky Health Center to provide eye care to students
The newly opened health center allows students to access little-to-no-cost medical care and behavioral health services during school hours.
College of Optometry partnering with Ritenour School District Husky Health Center to provide eye care to students
The newly opened health center allows students to access little-to-no-cost medical care and behavioral health services during school hours.
Biology doctoral student Soren Johnson studying how cave fish evolve in response to their unique environment
Johnson was a 2024 recipient of the R. C. Lewontin Early Award, a graduate research grant from the Society for the Study of Evolution.
Biology doctoral student Soren Johnson studying how cave fish evolve in response to their unique environment
Johnson was a 2024 recipient of the R. C. Lewontin Early Award, a graduate research grant from the Society for the Study of Evolution.
Biology doctoral student Soren Johnson studying how cave fish evolve in response to their unique environment
Johnson was a 2024 recipient of the R. C. Lewontin Early Award, a graduate research grant from the Society for the Study of Evolution.
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New students, Weeks of Welcome, Homecoming – it’s spring at UMSL!
More than 100 new students slogged through the snow and cold recently to get answers to their questions about the University of Missouri–St. Louis.
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UMSL student Melissa Roth moves into Oak Hall during a brief snowstorm Jan. 17.
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.
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The UMSL women’s basketball team’s 10-game win streak came to an end with a loss to Lewis Saturday. They look to start their next win streak Thursday against Truman State.
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.
College of Nursing to open its doors to prospective students
Student Kara Cissell will be one of the student volunteers on hand during the BSN Preview Day.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
Junior Derek Shouse drained the game-winning three-pointer with 1.9 seconds to play at UIS before finishing with a career-best 14 points.
11 UMSL photos from 2013
UMSL campus photographer August Jennewein shoots thousands of photos each year. As 2013 came to a close, he chose the photo above and 10 more below to revisit.
Eye on UMSL: Happy New Year!
Melissa Schwartz, a junior music major at UMSL, plays “St. Louis Blues” by W.C. Handy at the Wind Ensemble Concert held in the Lee Theater at the Touhill. She was part of 10-student trumpet ensemble.
Eye on UMSL: Happy Holidays!
The annual Jazz for the Holidays concert took place Dec. 8 at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center. The concert featured the UMSL Jazz Ensemble, University Orchestra and Vocal Point choral group. The event also served as the finale to the UMSL Jubilee.
Media Coverage: November 2013
The University of Missouri–St. Louis makes a significant impact on the St. Louis area. Stories about the university, its scholars and their expertise are often covered by local and national news media. Media Coverage highlights some of the top coverage, but does not serve as a comprehensive listing.
Communication graduate launches career at RubinBrown
Allie Jostrand keeps coming back to one word — passion. She’s passionate about the St. Louis Cardinals, she’s passionate about the University of Missouri–St. Louis, and she’s passionate about starting her career in public relations.
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.
Eye on UMSL: First snowball
Snowball in hand, Abigail Tamakloe, 14, targets her sister, Jochebed, 9, who seeks refuge behind her father, Rev. King Joshua, while their mother, Princess Rita, laughs in the foreground.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
The University of Missouri–St. Louis (5-1, 1-0 Great Lakes Valley Conference) returns to the court on Wednesday to host Culver-Stockton. The UMSL Tritons have been idle since a 69-35 win over Maryville on Dec. 7 in the GLVC opener. UMSL will then close out the nonconference portion of its schedule in Owensboro, Ky., at the Fairfield Inn Christmas Classic hosted by Kentucky Wesleyan this weekend. The Tritons play the host school on Saturday night before a Sunday meeting with Davis & Elkins.
Ghanaian earns degree, health from UMSL
Princess Rita Tamakloe has mixed feelings about ending her time at the University of Missouri–St. Louis. She’s excited to get back to her family and start her new life, but she will take with her a valuable education, eye-opening experiences and her newfound health.
UMSL supporter played big role in creating Nobel Peace Prize-winning organization
Though many Americans have not heard of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons, the group finally got its deserved time in the limelight last weekend when it collected the Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo, Norway. University of Missouri–St. Louis supporter Will Carpenter is particularly pleased for the group’s recognition, which makes sense, seeing as how he played an integral role in creating the treaty that lead to the formation of the OPCW.
UMSL conductor goes from Carnegie to Candlelight Concert with Bach Society
Ask Jim Henry what he did Thanksgiving weekend and the answer is casual, almost an aside. “I sang at Carnegie Hall,”...
Burkle named UMSL Volleyball’s first-ever All-American
Senior outside hitter Chelsea Burkle of the University of Missouri–St. Louis volleyball team has been named to the American Volleyball Coaches Association All-America Honorable Mention Team.
Student violinist performs with Metropolitan Orchestra of Saint Louis
The invitation came via an email from her University of Missouri–St. Louis violin instructor Julia Sakharova. Would she be interested in playing with the Metropolitan Orchestra of Saint Louis? Always hungry for opportunity and a new experience, Octavia Sydnor, a junior music major with an emphasis in violin performance at UMSL, jumped at the chance.
Burkle earns AVCA All-Midwest Region honors
Senior outside hitter Chelsea Burkle of the University of Missouri–St. Louis volleyball team has been named to the American Volleyball Coaches Association All-Midwest Region team.
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.
Optometry student leads at local, national levels
Devin Sasser was a determined child. When most 6-year-old boys wanted to be a baseball or football player, the Dallas native was adamant that he someday enroll in law school and become a lawyer. By age 11, he’d moved past that and set his sights on a health-science field.
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.
Accounting for excellence: Preparing future leaders
When the economical downturn occurred, Benjamin Taylor’s material business in the construction industry felt the impact.
Garage park for rewards
Park it in the garage Dec. 3 to be eligible for giveaways and refreshments at the University of Missouri–St. Louis....
Students conduct malaria research in the Galapagos Islands
Do you know where her flies are? Patricia Parker asks her lab assistant over the phone.
International student-athlete thrives at UMSL
Louisa Werner wakes up at 8 a.m. From 9 to 10:45 a.m. she fulfills her duties as a research assistant in the psychology lab on campus before attending her 11 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. class. Then it’s on to tennis practice from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. She changes just in time for one more night class, officially concluding her day at 9:30 p.m.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
The University of Missouri–St. Louis picked up two wins in its own Hilton Holiday Classic. The UMSL Tritons defeated Harris-Stowe, 76-36, on Friday before an 86-47 win over Missouri Baptist on Saturday. Senior Jessica Zavoral averaged 14.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.5 steals, while shooting 68.8 percent from the field, in the two games. UMSL (4-1) will host Maryville in the Great Lakes Valley Conference opener on Saturday in its lone game of the week.
New Children’s Advocacy Services of Greater St. Louis site increasing training, services
Richelle Moore took a deep breath before stepping into the home. She knew what she was about to see would impact her....
New website will help navigate changes on UMSL campus
Changes are coming to the University of Missouri–St. Louis campus, and there is a new place to get all the details....
Burkle earns First Team All-GLVC volleyball honors
Senior outside hitter Chelsea Burkle of the University of Missouri–St. Louis volleyball team has been named a First Team All-Great Lakes Valley Conference selection, as announced by the league.
Eye on UMSL: UMSL Day records
More than 1,400 people visited the university on Nov. 23 for UMSL Day and 123 prospective students completed applications. Both figures broke records for the biannual event, which gives prospective students and their families the opportunity to tour the university’s 350-acre campus, talk with faculty members and attend information sessions on admissions and financial aid. The Office of Admissions held UMSL Day at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.
Gallery 210 holds screenings, discussions as part of St. Louis International Film Fest
For more than 20 years, St. Louis has become home to thousands of Bosnian refugees. Recognizing this influence, Eastern European filmmaking was given prominent placement in the recent St. Louis International Film Festival, with the University of Missouri–St. Louis playing a significant supporting role.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
UMSL went 1-1 at the Pops Duncan Classic, hosted by Trevecca Nazarene last weekend. The Tritons suffered a 71-67 loss to the host school before rebounding with a 71-57 victory over Grand Valley State. Senior Jessica Zavoral averaged 17 points to lead UMSL. UMSL (2-1) will host the Hilton Holiday Classic this Friday and Saturday. The Tritons will entertain Harris Stowe on Friday and Missouri Baptist on Saturday. Both games are set to tip-off at 3 p.m.
UMSL business students support Old Newsboys Day
As Devon Brandon entered the Millennium Student Center at the University of Missouri–St. Louis Thursday morning she was greeted by the smiling faces of fellow UMSL students dressed in crisp green new aprons and hocking newspapers. The haggling was part of an annual St. Louis tradition known as Old Newsboys Day that benefits more than 250 local charities.
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.
Student learns newspaper reporting firsthand at The St. Louis American
Always carry a notepad and pen and wear comfortable shoes. Those are some tips Ciera Simril has picked during her time as an intern at The St. Louis American, a publication targeting African Americans in the St. Louis region.
Huelsman earns Second Team All-GLVC Honors
Sophomore midfielder Jon Huelsman of the University of Missouri–St. Louis men’s soccer team has been selected to the All-Great Lakes Valley Conference Second Team.
Graduate student returns to basketball as guard on UMSL Tritons
Femi John works as a part-time nurse and is pursuing his MBA at the University of Missouri–St. Louis. He’s also in the mist of a revival of his basketball career. The former McCluer North High School (Florissant, Mo.) standout and Saint Louis University recruit is now a guard on the UMSL Tritons after battling injuries for several years.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
The University of Missouri–St. Louis began the season 1-0 by defeating Lindenwood, 70-58, in its season opener on Saturday. The UMSL Tritons received 18 points from senior Alyssa Like, while senior Devonna Smith registered a double-double with 12 points and 12 rebounds. UMSL is in Nashville, Tenn., this weekend for the Pops Duncan Classic. The Tritons face host Trevecca Nazarene on Friday before meeting Grand Valley State on Saturday.
Media Coverage: October 2013
The University of Missouri–St. Louis makes a significant impact on the St. Louis area. Stories about the university, its scholars and their expertise are often covered by local and national news media. Media Coverage highlights some of the top coverage, but does not serve as a comprehensive listing.
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...
Students, faculty attend Affordable Care Act educational session
One thing is for sure, few people are short on opinions when it comes to the Affordable Care Act, commonly called Obamacare. Some say it will destroy America, while others see it as a necessary step to reforming a broken system.
Hopper named GLVC Women’s Golf Player of the Month for October
University of Missouri–St. Louis junior Bailey Hopper has been named the Great Lakes Valley Conference Women’s Player of the Month for October, following a vote from the league’s head coaches.
UMSL course redesign wins recognition twice in one week
Mimi Duncan admits to being a bit reticent when she first began to create an online information systems course.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
The University of Missouri–St. Louis officially opened its 2013-14 season with a 1-1 record at the GLVC-GLIAC Challenge last weekend, hosted by Lake Superior State. The UMSL Tritons lost their opener, 76-72, to the host Lakers on Saturday before bouncing back for a 78-66 defeat of Northwood on Sunday. Junior Aareon Smith led UMSL with 18.5 points per game. The Tritons (1-1) will entertain Upper Iowa on Thursday in its home opener.
Eye on UMSL: Autumn bloom
Arnaud Taillefer de Laportaliere (left) of Angers, France, and Ulrike Koch of Vienna, Austria, take a break from...
Student aims to showcase St. Louis musicians via mobile app
As an aspiring hip-hop artist, Gregory Ballard Jr. knows firsthand how tough it is trying to make a name for yourself on the St. Louis music scene. He also knows that building buzz is paramount to achieving that goal.
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