New events include an after party and Jeopardy-inspired trivia game.
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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.
UMSL Center for Character and Citizenship hosts Sen. Brian Williams and DESE Commissioner Karla Eslinger at Ed Collabitat
During the event, Williams and Eslinger had the opportunity to connect with more than a dozen superintendents from local school districts and hear from from students working on a civic engagement project.
UMSL Center for Character and Citizenship hosts Sen. Brian Williams and DESE Commissioner Karla Eslinger at Ed Collabitat
During the event, Williams and Eslinger had the opportunity to connect with more than a dozen superintendents from local school districts and hear from from students working on a civic engagement project.
UMSL Center for Character and Citizenship hosts Sen. Brian Williams and DESE Commissioner Karla Eslinger at Ed Collabitat
During the event, Williams and Eslinger had the opportunity to connect with more than a dozen superintendents from local school districts and hear from from students working on a civic engagement project.
Eye on UMSL: Trash Bash
Members of UMSL Sustainability participated in the annual Confluence Trash Bash clean-up on South Campus in early April.
Eye on UMSL: Trash Bash
Members of UMSL Sustainability participated in the annual Confluence Trash Bash clean-up on South Campus in early April.
Eye on UMSL: Trash Bash
Members of UMSL Sustainability participated in the annual Confluence Trash Bash clean-up on South Campus in early April.
May sociology graduate Triniti West explores passions for community and public policy
West has served in leadership positions with student organizations, worked at the University Tutoring Center and participated in a panel discussion with local legislators.
May sociology graduate Triniti West explores passions for community and public policy
West has served in leadership positions with student organizations, worked at the University Tutoring Center and participated in a panel discussion with local legislators.
May sociology graduate Triniti West explores passions for community and public policy
West has served in leadership positions with student organizations, worked at the University Tutoring Center and participated in a panel discussion with local legislators.
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Eye on UMSL: Open for learning
Senior John Zhou (center) reviews course content with Matt Sotheran during an organic chemistry lab in the newly completed Science Learning Building.
Award-winning musician becomes director of UMSL’s School of Fine and Performing Arts
As director of the School of Fine and Performing Arts, Professor Barbara Harbach will promote the well-being strength, diversity and competence of its associated programs.
Short film by UMSL classmates headed for the big screen
Directed by media studies major Nicholas Rousseau in collaboration with Ben Smith and Clinton Jordan, “The Ultimate Fan” premieres July 19 at the Tivoli Theatre.
Eye on UMSL: Intersections
Much like the lines, spaces and colors recently captured here by campus photographer August Jennewein, persistence and passion come together at UMSL.
Five for nine so far, the Paubels keep choosing UMSL
As Illinois residents, the home-schooling family didn’t expect to develop such a strong connection to the university, but it’s proven an excellent fit.
UMSL creates Quick Admit Day for transfers
The event is set for July 6 in the Millennium Student Center and aims to streamline the normal admission process for late deciders.
UMSL Tritons Year in Review
One Great Lakes Valley Conference champion, two runner-ups, five NCAA tournament team bids and much more: It all added up to a great year for the Tritons.
Eye on UMSL: Literally
The circular window of the almost-complete Patient Care Center is shaping up to be the literal eye on UMSL’s campus.
Eye on UMSL: First steps
Incoming Opportunity Scholars Kyra Chappell, Danielle Friz, Jalen James-Patterson, Madison Koogler and Mickkell Abrams mark their first steps into budding college careers.
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.
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.
Eye on UMSL: Bluegrass
Musical artists Heidi Clare and Ron Thomason return to campus June 14 for a free evening of bluegrass at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.
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.
Eye on UMSL: Lazy afternoon
Temperatures climbed toward summer on a recent, peaceful Tuesday on UMSL’s North Campus.
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.
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.
Eye on UMSL: Towering Louie
The friendly UMSL Tritons mascot recently was spotted at the summit of the Social Sciences & Business Building Tower on North Campus.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
‘Cast and Recast’ shows type design shaping St. Louis 150 years ago – and today
Co-curated by Jennifer McKnight and Terry Suhre, the exhibition offers a look at the typeface-making process, historical posters, brand-new designs and more.
Visiting education professor wants politics in the classroom
Joel Westheimer, a professor at the University of Ottawa, talked with St. Louis Public Radio and the UMSL community about the place of politics in the classroom.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
‘UMSL Voices’ shines spotlight of awareness, action on sexual assault
A pilot project this spring offers students a unique opportunity for conversation about topics that can be difficult to talk about: sex, culture and violence.
Martian life: Less alien, possibly algae at best, says UMSL astrobiologist
David Horne will discuss the search for life on Mars at the Astrobiology and Life Beyond Earth conference at UMSL April 8 and 9.
New Veterans Center mural showcases determination, heart
On April 5, U.S. Navy veteran and education major Michael Wattle unveiled his mural “Overlapping Identities” to a packed crowd in Clark Hall outside of the Veterans Center.
Eye on UMSL: Turkey strut
Just before evening classes got underway on April 4, a pair of wild turkeys paid a visit to campus.
Eye on UMSL: Cherry blossoms
A cherry blossom greets visitors to campus from the trees that line Natural Bridge Road.
Jeggings, squirrels and other key issues the focus of student’s in-depth interview with Internet star Matt Bellassai
The “Whine About It” sensation’s campus visit drew a sold-out crowd to the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center on March 22.
Exceptional contributions, service to others mark paths of 2016 Trailblazers
UMSL named Aladeen Stoll, Stella Markou, Jacquelyn Lewis-Harris, Eric’el Johnson and Brendolyn Bailey-Burch 2016 Trailblazers last week.
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- Acappellooza Summer brings more than 140 high school students to UMSL campus
- UMSL Athletics continues to post high marks in competition, classroom during 2024-25 academic year
- Business alum Ryan Bowman ready to hit ground running with Terrace Wealth
- MFA grad Alysha Black selected for Fulbright English Teaching Assistant Award in Belgium
- UMSL and enroll ml announce AI-powered partnership to redefine student enrollment and retention
- Gov. Mike Kehoe awards Challenge Coin to MIMH’s Safer Homes Collaborative for its work in firearm suicide prevention
- Eye on UMSL: Primed to lead
- Master’s grad Shiori Kaji has audit accounting role lined up with Anders CPA
- 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
