UMSL distributes more than $2.9 million in federal grants from Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund

Feb 5, 2021

Staff in the Office of Student Financial Aid worked quickly to review more than 2,700 applications and approved an average of $1,281 in funding for 2,275 students.

Virtual Soul Food Cooking Class with Cathy’s Kitchen kicks off Black History Month at UMSL

Feb 5, 2021

The UMSL community cooked along with Cathy’s Kitchen’s Cathy Jenkins Monday evening during the annual Black History Month kickoff.

Grounds staff using TRIM grant to maintain the health of trees on campus

Feb 1, 2021

UMSL has received funding each of the past three years through the Missouri Department of Conservation’s Tree Resource Improvement & Maintenance Grant.

Homecoming 2021 preview: A Triton tradition adapts

Feb 1, 2021

The Student Homecoming Committee has worked diligently to create a slate of fun digital and socially distanced events for Homecoming 2021.

Scenes from the year’s first snow across UMSL

Jan 29, 2021

Photographer August Jennewein wandered the University of Missouri–St. Louis campus to capture the beauty of winter’s first snow on Wednesday afternoon.

UMSL among nation’s best online bachelor’s programs in latest U.S. News & World Report rankings

Jan 26, 2021

The site ranked UMSL No. 42 nationally out of more than 350 universities – 10 places higher than in 2020 – and ranked second among universities in Missouri.

Japan-America Student Association runs virtual language exchanges with Japanese universities

Jan 25, 2021

The Zoom events provide opportunities for students to sharpen their language skills safely during the pandemic and make friends across the globe.

Michele Norris highlights need for real reckoning on race in MLK Holiday Observance address

Jan 19, 2021

The noted journalist delivered the keynote address during this year’s virtual event to honor the memory and legacy of the civil rights icon.

UMSL Police Department deploying body-worn cameras through federal grant

Jan 19, 2021

The $350,000 regional grant secured 247 cameras for seven local police departments, with 24 going to UMSL.

Sylvia Harris, Roger Kujath and Vinita Henry named first recipients of UMSL Hero Award

Jan 18, 2021

The award is presented to up to three staff or faculty members each month in recognition of their efforts to transform the lives of UMSL students and the wider community.

UMSL ranked among top 10 most affordable cybersecurity programs in the U.S.

Jan 11, 2021

Independent educational organization CyberDegreesEDU compiled the rankings and lauded UMSL for the quality of its programs, cybersecurity lab and scholarship opportunities.

9 ways to Start Safe, Stay Safe during the spring semester

Jan 11, 2021

Learn or review the protocols and practices in place to ensure a successful and healthy spring semester.

Jason Hoeft works to jump start esports at UMSL

Jan 8, 2021

Esports is more popular than ever, and Hoeft hopes to create a club where students can game together and share their own interests in video games.

Joan Phillips named new dean of UMSL’s College of Business Administration

Jan 4, 2021

Phillips has been serving as the dean of the Andreas School of Business at Barry University in Miami since 2018 and will assume her new position on March 15.

An unprecedented year: Looking back at 2020 through notable stories in UMSL Daily

Dec 23, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic revealed the resilience of UMSL students, faculty, staff and alumni to find success and make a positive impact despite challenges.

UMSL extending competitive scholarship deadline for high school seniors to Feb. 1

Dec 22, 2020

There are more than 100 competitive scholarship opportunities open to first-time college students who have applied for and gained admission to UMSL.

Ebonie Williams brings ‘infectious energy’ to the Triton Telefund

Dec 21, 2020

Williams has connected with alumni across the country and raised more than $15,000 for UMSL students in need.

UMSL and St. Louis Children’s Hospital collaborate to place nurses in five area charter schools

Dec 14, 2020

A $500,000 grant through the hospital’s Healthy Kids, Healthy Minds program will help fund the positions through spring 2025.

UMSL set to honor more than 2,700 students in virtual commencement ceremonies on Dec. 19

Dec 11, 2020

Ferguson Mayor Ella Jones will deliver the commencement keynote address at her alma mater as the university recognizes May, August and December graduates.

UMSL Accelerate accepts six founders into its first Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Accelerator cohort

Dec 10, 2020

The founders were chosen from more than 430 applicants and will each receive $50,000 in non-dilutive capital and nearly $200,000 in in-kind resources.

UMSL waiving application fees for 2021, continuing to waive online fees in spring semester

Dec 2, 2020

The application fee waiver applies to all new undergraduate applications from both the United States and abroad.

Triton Pantry and Triton Emergency Fund providing help during the holidays

Nov 25, 2020

The holiday season, combined with the coronavirus pandemic, make now a key time to support UMSL students who are facing food insecurity.

A leader for St. Louis: Chancellor Kristin Sobolik sees UMSL as integral to fostering inclusive prosperity in the region

Nov 24, 2020

Sobolik has been working closely with counterparts at some of the region’s leading institutions to develop a plan for more equitable economic development.

STL CyberCon offers ideas to create a more inclusive cybersecurity workforce

Nov 23, 2020

Nearly 350 people registered for the sixth annual conference, held last Friday in a virtual format. Attendees tuned in from as far away as Kuwait and India.

UMSL ranks 20th on 2020 list of Best Military-Friendly Online Colleges

Nov 23, 2020

The website used the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs GI Bill Comparison Tool and scored each institution for military culture, support, financial aid and flexibility.

Hiroshima survivor tells her story and advocates for peace at digital event

Nov 20, 2020

Shigeko Sasamori survived the atomic bombing of Hiroshima as a teenager and came to the U.S. as one of the “Hiroshima Maidens.” She’s dedicated her life to promoting peace.

UMSL kicks off construction on $7 million Nursing Learning Resource and Simulation Center expansion, renovation

Nov 13, 2020

The renovation and expansion will allow the College of Nursing to graduate 20 percent more pre-licensure BSN students annually.

Research-based puppet show sheds light on the refugee experience in America

Nov 12, 2020

“We Came As Refugees: An American Story” tells the story of a family adapting to the U.S., drawing on interviews with St. Louis refugees from around the world.

Karen Taylor becomes first staff member to graduate from the CEEL program

Nov 9, 2020

The yearlong program is designed to give educators the knowledge and skills necessary to to become servant-leaders and practice character education.

Eye on UMSL: Early autumn conversation

Nov 2, 2020

Students walking to class stopped for a chat in the Quad while wearing masks and maintaining safe distance on a recent afternoon on North Campus.

UM System tackles the ‘Next New Normal’ in employment during Extension and Engagement Week

Nov 2, 2020

Ted Abernathy, of Economic Leadership LLC, delivered the keynote session, which focused on essential job skills and employment trends for the future.

Laura and Norman Eaker receive Lee Medal in recognition of their philanthropy

Oct 30, 2020

The Eakers were honored Thursday evening during the university’s 29th annual Founders Celebration, sponsored by Edward Jones.

Cast your ballots: UMSL encouraging members of campus community to vote this Election Day

Oct 29, 2020

In 2016, UMSL students had the highest voting rate among nearly 300 institutions across the country participating in the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge.

UMSL honors and interdisciplinary classes promote voter engagement

Oct 26, 2020

Students in one class ran a socially distanced voter registration table near the entrance of Villa Hall while others designed social media campaigns.

UMSL taking part in UM System Extension and Engagement Week

Oct 22, 2020

The week will showcase the impact extension programming and university engagement have on addressing Missouri’s grand challenges.

UMSL sponsors Kids Voting program during presidential election

Oct 19, 2020

This year about 150,000 students from 15 St. Louis-area school districts will have the chance to participate in Kids Voting Missouri, a program run through the College of Education.

Eye on UMSL: Notarize your ballot

Oct 19, 2020

Staff member Cornell Lewis (at right) brought his absentee ballot to the Quad last week to have it notarized ahead of the Nov. 3 election.

UMSL Global hosts transatlantic dialogue on race and racism with counterparts in Stuttgart, Germany

Oct 12, 2020

Associate Professor Matthew Taylor led the first of four planned 90-minute lectures and discussed the anxiety that has weighed on African Americans in the United States.

Professors Uma Segal and R. Rocco Cottone appointed as Curators’ Distinguished Professors

Oct 12, 2020

The Board of Curators of the University of Missouri recognized the professors, elevating them to the most prestigious ranks in the UM System.

UMSL awarded $2.1 million grant to expand Succeed Program

Oct 9, 2020

The funding will go toward creating a four-year pathway, enhancing support in existing programming and building regional awareness of postsecondary programs.

UMSL kicks off LGBTQ+ History Month

Oct 6, 2020

Several campus organizations will host virtual events throughout October such as Safe Zone training and a painting night.

Wayne Goode, father of UMSL, dies after battle with leukemia

Oct 5, 2020

Goode was a freshman legislator when he drafted the bill that allowed for the creation of UMSL in 1963. He remained a strong advocate for education throughout his career.

Alumna Tanika Busch named vice chancellor for finance and administration and chief financial officer

Oct 1, 2020

Chancellor Kristin Sobolik announced that Busch would step into the position on a permanent basis effective immediately.  

More than 1,200 log on to annual Focus on Teaching and Technology Conference for new ideas, networking

Sep 28, 2020

James Lang, an author and professor of English at Assumption College, delivered the keynote address at the virtual event and discussed “Teaching Distracted Minds.”

St. Louis Business Journal recognizes 2 alumni and adjunct instructor among the 2020 Diverse Business Leaders class

Sep 28, 2020

Alumni Jomo Castro and Rachel D’Souza-Siebert, as well as adjunct business instructor Vish Tripathi, were among the 20 individuals honored by the publication.

Hispanic Heritage Month at UMSL: A Q&A with Marité Balogh and Luimil Negrón

Sep 28, 2020

Balogh and Negrón elucidate the history and purpose of Hispanic Heritage Month both at UMSL and beyond as well as UMSL’s 2020 celebration.

Virtual Internship and Job Fair forges connections to employers throughout St. Louis region

Sep 28, 2020

Around 500 UMSL students and alumni connected with representatives from 89 companies during the Fall Internship and Job Fair, logging a total of 1,674 meetings.

Eye on UMSL: Pop-up COVID-19 testing

Sep 28, 2020

In partnership with Affinia Healthcare and St. Louis County, UMSL offered free COVID-19 testing to students, faculty and staff on Monday.

Virtual or in-person? Locating student resources during the fall semester

Sep 21, 2020

Units offering student resources have moved virtual or enacted other measures to keep the UMSL community safe during the coronavirus pandemic.

Eye on UMSL: Behind the scenes

Sep 14, 2020

Chancellor Kristin Sobolik delivered her annual State of the University Address into a camera with an in-person audience of fewer than 10 people last Thursday in the Lee Theater.