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UMSL hosts delegation from the University of the Western Cape in honor of longtime international partnership
The visit was part of a weeklong celebration marking the 40th anniversary of the University of Missouri South Africa Education Program
Ask an Expert: Todd Swanstrom’s new book examines how deterioration and a lack of funding for home repair is exacerbating America’s housing crisis
Swanstrom is the co-editor of “The Other Housing Crisis: Ending the Deterioration and Loss of Affordable Homes,” which was published last month by Princeton University Press.
Archaeologist Michael Cosmopoulos promoted to Curators’ Distinguished Professor
The University of Missouri Board of Curators also recognized retired faculty member Charles Granger as a Curators’ Distinguished Professor Emeritus after a 55-year career.
New School of Social Work, Psychological and Brain Sciences brings together complementary disciplines
Dean Sharon Johnson says the unified structure will strengthen collaboration and amplify community engagement.
UMSL students explore career paths at Fall Internship and Job Fair
Representatives from 96 companies spread across 35 industries sent representatives to the annual event at the Touhill.
Eye on UMSL: A cool treat
The Physics and Astronomy Club hosted an ice cream social, using ice cream made with liquid nitrogen, to help kick off the new academic year.
Xin Wei shows gratitude for his alma mater through support of UMSL 5K Run/Walk
Wei’s restaurant, Corner 17, is serving as the title sponsor for the sixth annual race on Oct. 17.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
The volleyball team snapped a four-match losing streak with a come-from-behind victory over No. 4 Washburn in the start of a 3-0 weekend at the Ichabod Classic.
Political science major Nadia Agarwalla relishes connections, opportunities to grow while at UMSL
Agarwalla quickly emerged as a student leader after arriving on campus in 2025 and delivered the student address at last month’s New Student Convocation.
UMSL partnering with Preppy to help students start careers in healthcare industry
The partnership through UMSL’s Advanced Workforce Center includes programs to help students become medical assistants, surgical technologists or sterile processing technicians or to work in medical billing and coding.
Tami Davenport receives inaugural Curators’ Outstanding Staff Award from University of Missouri Board of Curators
Davenport serves as manager of community college relationships in the Office of Admissions and has worked to expand opportunities for transfer students.
English alum Jami Hirsch uses writing skills to advance mission of Flance Early Learning Center
In her role as director of development and communications, Hirsch shapes the brand of the center and has helped raise more than $750,000 annually.
Eye on UMSL: A gathering of globetrotters
UMSL Global’s annual Study Abroad Fair gave students the opportunity to explore more than 50 international programs available to them and hear from peers about the experience of learning overseas.
Media Coverage: August 2026
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.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
The 25th-ranked women’s soccer team picked up its first two victories of the season against Wisconsin-Parkside and Southwest Baptist.
Witt Spiller’s time in UMSL’s philosophy master’s program prepares him for Ivy League doctoral program
Spiller is studying meta-ethics and pursuing his PhD at Brown University after completing his master’s degree in May.
Assistant Professor Jodi Woolsey’s illustrations in new children’s book help revive the history of Route 66
“Route 66: Faces and Places Along America’s Most Famous Road,” written by author Beth Bacon, was published last month, ahead of the 100th anniversary of the roadway’s founding.
UMSL redesigns marketing emphasis to prepare students for a rapidly changing industry
The restructured program adds required instruction in digital strategy, analytics and artificial intelligence while giving students more opportunities for specialized and applied learning.
UMSL students find connections and community at Student Involvement Jamboree
From crochet and physics to entrepreneurship and Greek life, the early-semester event gives students a chance to explore nearly 100 organizations and campus resources in one place.
Eye on UMSL: Early to work
Goalkeeper Hannah McFarlane prepared to stop a shot by one of her teammates during the women’s soccer team’s early morning practice last Tuesday.
Cynthia Jobe, Ahmaad Wallace and Eric Hucker receive UMSL Hero Awards
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 celebrates outstanding faculty, staff with Chancellor’s Awards
Eleven faculty members and seven staff members were recognized following the annual State of the University Address.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
The 24th-ranked volleyball team scored a pair of victories over nationally ranked opponents, including No. 1 Concordia-St. Paul, while going 2-1 in the season-opening Cedarville Invitational.
Interim Chancellor Chris Spilling vows to continue building on UMSL’s recent success during annual State of the University Address
Spilling highlighted the ways that the university is continuing to adapt and innovate amid a shifting landscape in higher education.
Remington R. Williams Award recipient G Schmiedeke serves UMSL and St. Louis communities through music
Schmiedeke performs in multiple university music ensembles, serves as a tutor to fellow students and volunteers with several local organizations.
Convocation speakers urge new UMSL students to make the most of every opportunity
The fourth annual event to open the academic year was held Friday at Touhill, with nearly 1,600 new Tritons introduced to a campus filled with opportunities, support and new possibilities.
Move-In Day at Oak Hall runs smoothly thanks to streamlined process and volunteer effort
UMSL faculty, staff and students came together to help first-year students and their families get settled on South Campus.
Eye on UMSL: Triton togetherness
UMSL welcomed a group of about 1,600 first-year students to campus for the start of the new academic year.
Honors College welcomes 2026 cohort of Opportunity Scholars and St. Louis Scholars
The all-inclusive four-year program supports academically gifted first-generation college students or students who face substantial challenges in accessing a university education.
UMSL welcomes 21 new faculty members for start of the new academic year
The Office of Academic Affairs organized a daylong orientation on Tuesday to help new faculty members prepare for the new academic year.
UMSL dedicates Richter Family Welcome and Alumni Center
The new space will soon begin welcoming future generations of UMSL students while giving alumni a place to return to and remain connected with their alma mater.
Institutional support advances UMSL faculty collaboration with South African colleagues
Alina Slapac, Haitao Li and Lara Zwarun conducted research, engaged in cross-cultural exchange and more with partners at the University of the Western Cape.
College of Optometry unveils new academic home in J.C. Penney Building
Alumni and supporters had the chance to tour the newly renovated teaching and collaborative study spaces during a dedication on Friday.
UMSL partnership with Cigna gives students ‘a key to the front door’ of technology careers
The NEXT summer program provided 12 students with flexible, hands-on experience working alongside Cigna professionals and developing solutions to real-world challenges.
Social Work Senior Academic Advisor Tchule Moore delivers books to school children in Malawi
Moore, a native of the country, donated more than 100 paperback books to support literacy and the creation of a children’s library.
Eye on UMSL: Smile
Jessica Hylton and the rest of the UMSL Global staff greeted more than 100 new international students from 30 countries on Monday as they kicked off Global Triton Welcome.
Shu Schiller named among St. Louis’ Most Influential Business Women for 2026
The St. Louis Business Journal honored the dean of the Ed G. Smith College of Business alongside other prominent local leaders.
Graduate counseling student Stepheon Kaiser earns competitive Roy Blunt Behavioral Health Scholarship
Kaiser is committed to giving back to the communities that shaped him and helping people create lasting change in their lives through counseling.
UMSL to provide business training to students from The Bahamas Agriculture & Marine Science Institute
A five-year agreement will ensure students can transfer credits from the BAMSI School of Business and Management and apply them toward degrees from UMSL’s Ed G. Smith College of Business.
UMSL, St. Mary’s South Side Catholic High School sign deal to turn dreams into degrees for students, staff
The agreement provides education opportunities for St. Mary’s students at UMSL as well as professional development opportunities for faculty and staff.
UMSL’s Teach in Residency provides flexible path to career in education
Dennis Miller, Patryce Jackson and Erica Williams are among more than 500 individuals who have launched successful second careers through the innovative program.
College of Nursing celebrates newest graduates at Awards and Pinning Ceremony
A group of 35 students in the Accelerated BSN program and 10 students in the DNP program completed their degrees in August.
Eye on UMSL: Brick by brick
Work on the expansion of the Social Sciences and Business Building in the UMSL Quad on North Campus has progressed steadily over the summer.
UMSL’s OrthoSummit gives aspiring medical professionals confidence to pursue their dreams
Students gained hands-on experience with orthopedic surgical techniques while exploring careers in medicine and engineering through the immersive summer workshop.
Spring graduate Sara Williams lands job at Mercy with an eye on medical school
The biochemistry and biotechnology major was part of the inaugural cohort of students from The Bahamas who made their way to UMSL through a partnership with the Ministry of Education.
Associate Teaching Professor Michael Behle devotes time to creative practice during artist residency
Behle spent two weeks painting and reflecting at the Farwell House in Frederick, Illinois.
Christina Castellano chosen to participate in 2026–2027 MNRS Leadership Academy
The assistant professor will join other promising researchers and scholars from the Midwest region in the leadership development program’s sixth cohort.
Eye on UMSL: Frozen fun
Students in the Bridge Program’s Middle School Summer Academy had a chance to make their ice cream while experimenting with liquid nitrogen.
Michael Cosmopoulos’ work at Iklaina featured in National Geographic’s ‘The Lost Treasures of Ancient Greece’
The Hellenic Government-Karakas Family Foundation Professor in Greek Studies shares his expertise in the fourth episode of the documentary series, which focuses on “The Mystery of the Trojan War.”