Young musicians from about 40 high schools and middle schools in Missouri and Illinois took part in the two-day event last week.
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Greater St. Louis Jazz Festival welcomes students to campus
Young musicians from about 40 high schools and middle schools in Missouri and Illinois took part in the two-day event last week.
Greater St. Louis Jazz Festival welcomes students to campus
Young musicians from about 40 high schools and middle schools in Missouri and Illinois took part in the two-day event last week.
Greater St. Louis Jazz Festival welcomes students to campus
Young musicians from about 40 high schools and middle schools in Missouri and Illinois took part in the two-day event last week.
Faculty members granted sabbaticals and teaching releases during 2025-26 academic year
Amber Candela, Jennifer Chen, Lon Chubiz, Lara Kelland, Jerome Morris, Lee Slocum, Leighanne Heisel, Waldemar Rohloff and Kate Watt have been granted time to devote to research or course development.
Faculty members granted sabbaticals and teaching releases during 2025-26 academic year
Amber Candela, Jennifer Chen, Lon Chubiz, Lara Kelland, Jerome Morris, Lee Slocum, Leighanne Heisel, Waldemar Rohloff and Kate Watt have been granted time to devote to research or course development.
Faculty members granted sabbaticals and teaching releases during 2025-26 academic year
Amber Candela, Jennifer Chen, Lon Chubiz, Lara Kelland, Jerome Morris, Lee Slocum, Leighanne Heisel, Waldemar Rohloff and Kate Watt have been granted time to devote to research or course development.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Eye on UMSL: Rainbow sunset
Campus is a kaleidoscope of color as sprinklers water the lawn at sunset in front of the Millennium Student Center and the Recreation and Wellness Center.
Nearing end of college career that began at age 15, UMSL student has sights set on music industry
An accomplished violinist, singer and songwriter, Abigail Stahlschmidt has a new single playing on local radio.
Eye on UMSL: Cultivators
UMSL student Meghann Humphries and Patty Parker, the Des Lee Professor of Zoological Science, work the garden in front of Stadler Hall.
5 couples who found lasting love at UMSL share their stories of meeting on campus
A cherry tree, chance encounters and more make up the stories of five couples whose relationships started on campus and blossomed into lifelong love.
This month’s Acappellooza Summer marks 5 years of harmony and fun
The UMSL music camp has quadrupled in size since its 2013 beginnings under the direction of Associate Professor of Music Jim Henry.
Star hoppers: Students chart the sky, bring space up close at observatory open houses
Astrophysics grad Lindsey Rodgers and senior Justin Bryan trace paths in the sky to locate star clusters and more at UMSL’s Richard D. Schwartz Observatory.
From tessellations to forensics, Summer Academy lessons shape St. Louis youth for future success
Participants say the intensive four-week academy, part of UMSL’s precollegiate Bridge Program, has been well worth the early mornings.
UMSL Phi Kappa Phi promotes literacy at Koch Elementary, wins national book drive
The chapter donated 1,477 books to Koch Elementary – enough for each student to take one home – and won UMSL its third consecutive title in the competition.
University of Missouri launches systemwide initiative to adopt affordable and open educational resources
The effort will reduce the costs of textbooks for students and enhance learning.
Eye on UMSL: Welcome
An entryway along Grobman Drive, leading to a guest parking lot, welcomes UMSL newcomers to the heart of campus.
UMSL succeeds at teaching critical-thinking skills to its students
A recent analysis by The Wall Street Journal showed UMSL ranked 18th among a sampling of public colleges and universities.
Business professor streamlines project scheduling through innovative technology
The future of resource allocation and task scheduling lies in the laboratory of Haitao Li.
Meet a few of the newest Tritons to set foot on campus
UMSL Daily caught up with eight members of this fall’s incoming freshman class during a recent New Student Orientation day.
Eye on UMSL: Campus or resort?
Summer looks good on Triton territory, where the overall pace of university life slows for a brief moment in anticipation of the next academic year.
Behind the yellow tape: Business college prepares for building opening in August
Anheuser-Busch Hall is expected to open at the start of the fall semester.
Flush with honors and job offers, Kristy Gammill credits UMSL’s holistic approach to Japanese education
The new graduate had two great career opportunities come her way this spring and was also recently inducted into the Japanese National Honor Society.
Ann Taylor reflects on time as interim dean of UMSL College of Education
Excellent teacher prep, a vast array of innovative educational programs, unified collaboration: Taylor says the future of the College of Education is bright.
Soul musician Brian Owens returns to a campus he never really left
The UMSL alumnus recently joined the Des Lee Fine Arts Collaborative as its community music artist in residence, and the role is suiting him well so far.
Enterprise Opportunity Driver scholar starts career in familiar setting
Rachel Gann not only received multiple offers prior to graduation, she landed her entry-level dream job.
Eye on UMSL: Leaders of tomorrow
The 21st Century Leadership Academy “Shear Fellows” enjoy a relaxed moment at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center during their group portrait May 23.
UMSL music alumna turned radio producer inducted into St. Louis Media Hall of Fame
Just before graduating in 1974, Mary Edwards started what she thought would be a short-lived summer job at St. Louis Public Radio. She never left.
Eye on UMSL: Success
UMSL SUCCEED graduates express their joy at commencement as they enter the Mark Twain Building on May 13.
Passionate St. Louis community leaders converge on campus
Each year, the university draws dedicated residents to a comprehensive course focused on neighborhood leadership.
UMSL working to build partnership with Osmania University in India
The budding relationship adds to UMSL’s ongoing efforts to expand its reach around the globe so it can attract more international students.
North County Inc. honors development at UMSL
Chairman Scott Negwar presented Chancellor Tom George with a Community Development Award during the organization’s annual leadership breakfast.
Thomas Jefferson Library makes way for Adelaide, Dewey and their goslings
Five goose eggs hatched right beside a library window on May 19, and so far parents and offspring are adapting well to this next phase of family life.
Students make sense of past and present in Kara Moskowitz’s classroom
The assistant professor of history teaches courses ranging from African women’s history to decolonization and development.
Investigating drunk personality: Research from MIMH’s Rachel Winograd garners international attention
Do other people notice the personality changes drinkers self-report? Sometimes, yes – especially when it comes to extraversion.
College of Nursing celebrates 35 years, honors 4 remarkable alumni
The 35th Anniversary Brunch and Alumni Awards capped off a year’s worth of celebration, reflection and collaboration.
Print fair turns conference center into colorful hubbub of collections and conversation
Dealers from near and far – and fairgoers young and old – descended on UMSL last weekend for the St. Louis Mercantile Library’s 11th annual event.
Eye on UMSL: After the rain
Following days of rain, the clouds parted in time for a student to enjoy a colorful sunset as he walked past the atrium of the St. Louis Mercantile Library.
African American Alumni Chapter celebrates and welcomes new grads
Last Friday proved an especially happy one at UMSL as a crowd of graduating students of color gathered with well-wishers to celebrate the past and the future.
Eye on UMSL: Finals week fun
Nursing seniors (from right) Nick Schueddig, Nick Rangel and Chris Galvin savor some recreation time with a game of Spikeball alongside friend Brett Wright during finals week.
5 new UMSL grads to accept mantle of military leadership
Along with their degrees, ROTC cadets Lucas Elberfeld, Jared Dillmon, Steven Galbraith, Andrew Potts and Katie Kluthe (not pictured) are earning their officer stripes.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
The softball team captured its fourth GLVC Tournament title in five years and received a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Division II Championship.
Celebrating 1,500 success stories
UMSL alumnus and Express Scripts Chairman George Paz heads an impressive list of St. Louisans speaking, performing or receiving honorary degrees during commencement ceremonies May 12-14.
Leadership awards banquet puts everyday excellence in the spotlight
Student advocates. Rising leaders. Excellent Tritons. Some of the people on campus who embody such descriptions were in the spotlight during Mirthweek.
Rainy Mirthweek ends in deluge of laughs courtesy Trevor Noah, Tone Bell
Noah, host of “The Daily Show” on Comedy Central, drew a sold-out crowd to UMSL’s Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center Saturday night.
Weather dampens Mirthweek Carnival attendees but not student enthusiasm
Despite heavy rainfall, UMSL students and community members enjoyed carnival rides, food and games during the Mirthweek Carnival.
UMSL College of Optometry premieres new video focused on student voices, family feel
Supportive student services, national leadership opportunities and extensive externship experiences are just some of the program features highlighted in the video.
‘Lion King’ cast members make time during tour to connect with St. Louis youth, UMSL students
Last week’s “Lunch and Learn” put a crowd of young artists in conversation with the people who portray Simba, Mufasa and other characters in the award-winning musical.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
The Tritons women’s tennis team landed the program’s second-ever NCAA Tournament appearance and its first national ranking after a 14-2 regular season.
Eye on UMSL: Bubblebus
Juniors Joann Schwieter (center) and Kennedy McClinton (at right) brave the bubbles at Food Truck Friday outside the Millennium Student Center.
UMSL presentation gives voice to Holocaust victims, connects survival stories
“Voices from the Holocaust: Music Makes You Free” featured the art and poetry of victims and original musical arrangements by UMSL faculty.
UCDC hosts Metro Theater Company for a production full of wonder, learning and laughter
The youngest learners on UMSL’s campus, along with their parents and teachers, were invited to join in some out-of-the-box fun.
Constant mentor Darryl Downing looks toward a future filled with leadership
The graduating senior has discovered new avenues for his passion and purpose since a life-altering event became the catalyst for great change.
UMSL political scientists share insights on President Donald Trump’s first 100 days
Professor David Kimball moderated a panel discussion with colleagues Barbara Graham, Dave Robertson, Marty Rochester and Adriano Udani about the start of the new administration.
A UMSL garden for Earth Day
A group of 30 volunteers planted milkweed, indigo, coneflower, bottlebrush, bee balm and little bluestem in the new Native Plant/Conservation Garden on campus.
Meet Letisha Wexstten: Artist, UMSL student and advocate for others
Being born without arms hasn’t kept graphic design major Letisha Wexstten from leading an independent life filled with creativity, laughter and accomplishment.
International Photo Contest highlights student travel across continents, brings adventures back to campus
The top three photographs capture scenes from India, Peru and Italy – and resulted in scholarship funds for the photographers.
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- Geospatial summer camp offers high schoolers hands-on experience with emerging technology
- Fourth-year Optometry student Emerald Jones honored as recipient of prestigious Remington R. Williams Award
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- UMSL names College of Business after accomplished alum and marketing industry leader Ed G. Smith
- College of Education hosts annual Future Teacher Leadership Academy for local high schoolers
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