Extended hours, transit options make a difference for students juggling responsibilities

Aug 18, 2015

Breanna Tarkington, who often rides her three-wheel bike to campus, appreciates the ways UMSL serves its busy students, like extending office hours as a new semester approaches.

Recreation and Wellness Center opens doors to rave reviews

Jul 28, 2015

Students, members of the campus community and area residents stopped by to try out the climbing wall, pool, fitness classes and much more during an open house Tuesday.

Students gain job experience, more through StudentPlus program

Jul 13, 2015

Participant Candice Clossum works closely with a mentor in an on-campus job that builds her repertoire while pursuing her degree.

Campus photographer earns first, second place awards at UPAA symposium

Jun 24, 2015

August Jennewein won awards for his work on “First, A Dream,” UMSL’s Jubilee book, and the “I Chose UMSL” campaign billboards.

Halterman named GCAA Midwest Region Coach of the Year

Jun 18, 2015

The six-year head coach directed his team to a 12th place finish at the 2015 NCAA Championships.

Regional development association honors UMSL for Ferguson response

Jun 4, 2015

Chancellor Tom George accepted a Community Development Award on UMSL’s behalf at North County Incorporated’s annual breakfast.

Alan Byrd discusses college access, youth jobs on Nine Network’s ‘Stay Tuned’ series

Jun 2, 2015

Byrd said preparation for the working world begins early – as do common barriers.

Tiny campus library attracts patrons of all sizes

Jun 1, 2015

UMSL Professor Keith Miller recently installed a Little Free Library at the main entrance to Marillac Hall.

MIMH certifies first deaf Mental Health First Aid instructors

May 26, 2015

James Frost, Colleen Burdiss and De Linda Kelly celebrate their certification as Missouri’s first deaf Mental Health First Aid instructors.

Army veteran, UMSL manager Karen Pierre joins USO board

May 19, 2015

For Karen Pierre serving on the USO advisory board is about coming full circle and giving back.

National magazine showcases successful ‘I Chose UMSL’ billboard campaign

May 18, 2015

UMSL CMO Ron Gossen discussed in the article an “ironically old-fashioned” but effective marketing tactic.

Mental health expert discusses art, healing, advocacy on KETC

May 18, 2015

Andrea Purnell shared her perspective on art’s relationship to healing and advocacy.

Night at the opera

May 14, 2015

The UMSL Opera Theatre’s 2014 production of “The Mikado” continued the group’s tradition of presenting dazzling and imaginative shows.

UMSL alumna reclaims her life after winning her battle with colon cancer

May 13, 2015

After her 33rd birthday in January of 2014, Christianah Akinduro decided it was time to take her life back.

Halterman named GLVC Coach of the Year, Tritons have 2 earn All-GLVC honors

May 10, 2015

The team is advancing to its third NCAA Division II Championships in five years. It will be held May 18-22 at Rock Barn Golf & Spa in Conover, N.C.

Softball places 10 on All-GLVC teams, earns 3 major awards

May 7, 2015

The UMSL Tritons took three of the four major GLVC awards, including Pitcher of the Year, Freshman of the Year and Coach of the Year.

Cardinals tickets and more at UMSL Night at the Ballpark

May 5, 2015

UMSL Night at the Ballpark is Sept. 4. Festivities include a pre-game reception, an exclusive field visit and limited edition St. Louis Cardinals baseball caps.

Mental health advocate, leader awarded Chancellor’s Medallion

May 4, 2015

Director of the Missouri Department of Mental Health Keith Schafer (center) was awarded the Chancellor’s Medallion on May 1.

UMSL venues, artists, alumni among best in St. Louis

Apr 30, 2015

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch named the St. Louis Mercantile Library the “Best Place for a History Lesson” in the newspaper’s annual Go! List.

Triton Toastmasters’ Marquetta Anderson wins division speech contest

Apr 30, 2015

The win makes her eligible to compete at the district level, comprising eastern Missouri and western Illinois.

The different hats of Chancellor Tom George, but especially the science one

Apr 26, 2015

People know the name Tom George as chancellor of the University of Missouri–St. Louis. But he does so many other...

UMSL psychologist discusses sexual assaults among college students

Apr 23, 2015

Zoe Peterson, associate professor of psychological sciences, weighs in on myths about rape and sexual assault and how to change campus culture.

Statewide association surprises dean of enrollment with service award

Apr 23, 2015

Alan Byrd (left) received the Peggy Clinton Memorial Service Award on April 13 from the Missouri Association for College Admission Counseling.

Print fair a family tradition for father-daughter art dealers

Apr 22, 2015

Scott Kerr is president of McCaughen & Burr Fine Arts, where his daughter Sara Kerr, a UMSL art history student, also works full time.

Men’s golf wins 2015 GLVC Championship

Apr 22, 2015

This is the second GLVC title won by a men’s team (baseball in 2003) and the fourth overall in the athletics department (softball in 2013 and 2014).

Mirth Week means 6 full days of campus cheer

Apr 20, 2015

Mirthday has grown into Mirth Week this year. Instead of one day in April, the festivities will fill a week.

Perryman named Louisville Slugger/NFCA National Co-Pitcher of the Week

Apr 16, 2015

Perryman was dynamite in the circle for the third-ranked Tritons, and for the third time this season, she was perfect.

Mercantile’s upcoming print fair showcases ‘the power of paper’

Apr 14, 2015

“Lepidoptera,” Plate XXIII from Natural History of the Insects of China by E. Donovan, 1838, is just one example of the art visitors may find at the fair.

MIMH website gets facelift

Apr 14, 2015

“The revitalized website was strategically designed from the ground up to highlight the extraordinary work conducted … at MIMH,” says Rob Paul, director of the institute.

Frozen yogurt among newest additions to student center

Apr 9, 2015

Student Michael Palm shows off a soon-to-be-devoured frozen yogurt creation from Triton Treats, a shop that just opened up in the MSC.

Undergrad stays the course despite cancer diagnosis, treatment

Apr 6, 2015

Dan Klevorn’s coworkers at the UMSL Triton Store are among those who helped him maintain a positive attitude.

Triton duo working with fellow student-athletes on making the right choices

Apr 5, 2015

They are part of the organization Triton Health Educators and are raising awareness on drugs, alcohol and sexual consent.

Media Coverage: March 2015

Apr 1, 2015

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 stories.

Mercantile lends medallion from Lincoln’s hearse for 150th anniversary of president’s death

Mar 31, 2015

Julie Dunn-Morton, curator of the St. Louis Mercantile Library’s Fine Arts Collection at UMSL, holds the framed silver medallion.

UMSL alumna, aerobics teacher gets set for 100th marathon

Mar 30, 2015

Rae Mohrmann is in the spotlight as she prepares to run the Go! St. Louis Marathon in a couple weeks.

Eye on UMSL: Family

Mar 29, 2015

Chris Roccia and 2-year-old Jackson greet Miriam Roccia with roses during the UMSL Trailblazers reception.

Media Coverage: February 2015

Mar 29, 2015

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 stories.

Pride, gratitude mark 2015 Trailblazers celebration

Mar 22, 2015

The annual event is held in celebration of National Women’s History Month and recognizes five UMSL women for their contributions to the university and to society.

Distinguished Speaker Series to feature UMSL alumna Rochelle Henderson

Mar 3, 2015

Henderson, a UMSL alumna and senior director of Research and Analytics at Express Scripts will discuss “Ready for the rapids? Navigating the fluid world of business.”

15 photos from UMSL Homecoming 2015

Mar 2, 2015

Couldn’t make it to any of the University of Missouri–St. Louis Homecoming 2015 events or want to revisit them? UMSL Daily has you covered.

UMSL Bridge Program honored for impact on St. Louis communities

Mar 1, 2015

The program for local high school students has been named one of FOCUS St. Louis’ 2015 “What’s Right with the Region!” honorees.

Sigma Tau Delta brings Karneval to Pilot House

Feb 25, 2015

The event celebrated the myriad ways different cultures around the world observe the run up to Lent.

Leaders and luminaries to reunite at homecoming

Feb 17, 2015

The Office of Student Life has organized Leaders and Luminaries, a reunion for alumni who were campus leaders during their time as students.

Media Coverage: January 2015

Feb 15, 2015

The University of Missouri–St. Louis makes a significant impact on the St. Louis area. Stories about the university,...

UMSL picked to win 2015 GLVC Softball Championship

Feb 5, 2015

The two-time defending GLVC Champion was ranked 13th nationally in the NFCA Division II Preseason Poll last week.

Softball ranked No. 13 in NFCA DII Preseason Poll

Feb 1, 2015

The UMSL Tritons, ranked No. 13 in the final poll of the 2014 season, are coming off a program best 49-8 record, advancing to the NCAA Midwest Super Regional.

Remembering James Bugg, 94, UMSL’s first chancellor

Jan 21, 2015

First appointed as dean of faculty in July of 1963, Bugg led UMSL – at the time a newly founded endeavor – through six crucial years of development.

Eye on UMSL: Cotton candy clouds

Jan 21, 2015

“Sometimes the photo says it all,” said campus photographer August Jennewein of the early January dusk sky over UMSL that nearly left him speechless.

Across St. Louis, student-led effort delivers 782 service hours in single day

Jan 20, 2015

A small army of volunteers at Circle of Light was one of 13 groups serving across the St. Louis region Monday during UMSL’s seventh annual MLK Day of Service.

Record 4 UMSL marketing, communications productions win top higher ed honors

Jan 15, 2015

Call it “bragging rights,” but when compared against our geographic peers, few do it better than UMSL, according to the recently announced CASE Awards.