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UMSL optometrist relives Fulbright experience in Poland

Dr. Timothy Wingert, professor of optometry at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, recently returned to Poznan University of Medical Sciences in Poland where he spent the spring 2006 semester as a Fulbright Scholar.

Trio invents device to measure visual suppression

Carl Bassi, associate professor of optometry at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, wanted a better way to measure visual suppression, a condition that can lead to the development of amblyopia or “lazy eye.”

UMSL cellist to accompany Grammy winner

When Grammy Award-winner Sara Sant’Ambrogio takes the Sheldon Concert Hall stage for Cellofest 2010, she’ll be backed by Sean Hamre, a freshman cellist at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.

Music scholar champions women in arts

Barbara Harbach, professor of music at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, is called “a world renowned musician and professor” and “advocate for women in the arts” on the latest episode of “Impact” on HEC-TV.

Sociolinguist appears on Met Opera Quiz

Benjamin Torbert, assistant professor of English at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, grew up listening to live national broadcasts of The Metropolitan Opera.

Music scholar gives overview of Greater St. Louis Jazz Festival

Jim Widner, director of jazz studies at the University of Missouri­–St. Louis, and jazz musician and band leader Gordon Goodwin discussed the 2010 Greater St. Louis Jazz Festival last week on “Cityscape” on St. Louis Public Radio | 90.7 KWMU.

Music scholar receives governor’s award

James Henry, director of choral studies at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, is a recipient of the Governor’s Award for Excellence in Education.

Political scientists discuss surge in candidate filing

David Kimball, associate professor of political science at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, and Dave Robertson, Curators’ Teaching Professor of Political Science at UMSL, were quoted in articles about a higher-than-expected number of Missouri candidates filing for offices on ballots for the August primaries and November general election.

Theater scholar wins Kevin Kline Award

Jason Cannon, visiting assistant professor of theater at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, took home his first Kevin Kline Award last night.

Political scientist touches on health-care reform

David Kimball, associate professor of political science at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, was quoted in an article about whether the GOP or Democrats will benefit from the passage of health-care reform.

Mascot: What’s my name?

The new University of Missouri–St. Louis Tritons mascot burst onto the campus scene before a large “Pack the Stands” crowd this January at the Mark Twain Athletic & Fitness Center.

Political scientist discusses 2010 elections

Dave Robertson, professor of political science at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, was quoted in an Associated Press article about U.S. Senate candidates campaigning more against current senators than his or her opponent due to Washington’s current unpopularity.