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UMSL criminologists join KETC for discussion on police, community relations
Richard Rosenfeld and David Klinger were interviewed on the Oct. 30 episode of “Stay Tuned.”
UMSL researchers examine change in inmate employment, impact sourcing
UMSL researchers Mary Lacity and Joe Rottman recently published a study on impact sourcing and employing prison inmates.
Women in the Arts Conference to highlight contributions in arts, music, literature
It will feature lectures, concerts, exhibits and more Nov. 6 to 8 at UMSL’s J.C. Penney Building/Conference Center and at UMSL at Grand Center.
Eye on UMSL: Ice cream chemistry
UMSL Chemistry Club members (from left) Rahmah Ghazal, Hung Nguyen and Jordan Rabus make some homemade ice cream to celebrate National Chemistry Week.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
UMSL sophomore DJ Bednar joined teammates Tyler Collico and Tony Auck in scoring goals in the Tritons regular season finale, a 3-0 shutout against Maryville.
UMSL senior gives Missouri Reverse Transfer Program high marks
Public policy major Mark Stone was impressed with the simplicity of a new statewide program to increase the number of Missourians with an associate degree.
Bachmann Book Series gives ‘Lessons for Leaders’
More than 350 UMSL students, faculty, staff and members of Edward Jones showed up to listen to alumnus Norm Eaker (right) interview John Bachmann.
Fechner lecturer helps explain others’ points of view
Alexandra Horowitz, author of “On Looking” and The New York Times bestseller “Inside of a Dog,” spoke at UMSL for the College of Optometry’s 13th annual Fechner Day lecture.
Alumnus talks new mystery novel, St. Louis, time at UMSL
Rick Skwiot, BA sociology 1970, wrote “Fail,” which came out Oct. 27 via Blank Slate Press.
Studio art alumna Misty Manley illustrates children’s book by Tony Hale
Manley got to work on her dream project and meet an Emmy winner all at the same time as illustrator for “Archibald’s Next Big Thing.”
Study sheds light on timing of drug delivery, emerging field of chronotherapy
Michael Hughes, assistant professor of biology at UMSL, co-authored a study on gene expression published Oct. 27 in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
Lenkman named GLVC Men’s Soccer Defensive Player of the Week
The business administration major recorded a 4-0 shutout at Truman State on Friday and returned home to deny a goal to No. 6 ranked Quincy on Sunday.
Student leaders get inside look at Rec Center progress
The much-anticipated Recreation and Wellness Center won’t open for another eight or nine months, but a few members of the UMSL community got a peek at its three-story interior.
HOK designs new UMSL Patient Care Center
UMSL is reshaping its South Campus with a new $17 million Patient Care Center for its colleges of Optometry and Nursing.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
Hannah Miller (9) recorded a career-best 13 kills to help the Tritons beat St. Joseph’s while Lindsay Meyer dished out 40 assists and tallied 11 digs.
Research grant helps student examine racial disparities in local drug arrests
Kristina Linden, who is majoring in criminology and criminal justice and psychology, is one of nine undergraduate students to receive a $1,000 grant from the College of Arts and Sciences.
Emerson selects UMSL alumna for 2014 Excellence in Teaching Award
Rhonda Spotanski, who earned her bachelor’s degree in eduction in 1998 and master’s degree in education in 2003 from UMSL, teaches sixth-grade English language arts at Hazelwood West Middle School.
Laverne Cox wows crowd, calls for love, conversation
“I stand before you today a proud African American transgender woman,” the acclaimed actress and transgender advocate told a sold-out crowd at UMSL on Oct. 21.
Mercantile Library maps St. Louis through the centuries
“Mapping St. Louis History” includes a 30-foot-wide mapped view of St. Louis as it appeared in 1875. The exhibit is free, open to the public and on display through June.
Athletics Q&A with senior goalkeeper Nick Lenkman
The UMSL student, who is majoring in business administration, discussed a senior’s role on the team, post-graduation plans and his teammates’ dominance at scoring goals.
What’s a university to do?
There has been no shortage of opinions on how universities should best address the issues raised by Michael Brown’s death and the responses that have engulfed the St. Louis region.
Kräftig brewmaster speaks with students in beer brewing course
Marc Gottfried (third from left) was in his early teens when he started home brewing beer.
National award-winning novelist visits MFA students
Award-winning debut novelist Anthony Marra (left) visited UMSL MFA in Creative Writing students including Matthew Vivian and read at the St. Louis County Library Headquarters.
Gallery FAB director talks ‘Hands Up Don’t Shoot’ exhibit on St. Louis Public Radio
“The Life You Save” by Lamont Shannon is part of Gallery FAB’s contribution to the “Hands Up, Don’t Shoot – Artists Respond” exhibit.
Purnell, Roccia among NCI’s 30 Leaders in Their Thirties honorees
Andrea Purnell (left) is the director of communications and the arts for the Missouri Institute of Mental Health, and Miriam Roccia is the assistant dean of students.
United Way spotlights UMSL student Ethan Schroeder
He is a highly-involved college student, balancing school, a social life and work. Ethan also has Down syndrome, but that fact has never defined him.
Meet UMSL’s 2014-2015 Meehan scholars
Gathered for a group photograph are several recipients of the Eugene J. Meehan Scholarship, one of the most prestigious scholarships awarded by the UMSL College of Arts and Sciences.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
UMSL sophomore Matt Barry shot a career best 145 placing fourth in the Midwest Regional at Glen Echo Country Club and tying him with teammate Anthony Cope.
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Ian Johnson to speak at UMSL
He will discuss “Revolution from below?” about the political demonstrations in China from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Oct 30 in 331 of the Social Sciences & Business Building.
Family Weekend to be jam-packed with fun
UMSL will welcome parents, families and the community for a flurry of campus activity during Family Weekend Oct. 24-26.
Athletics Q&A with junior forward Laura Hurlbut
The UMSL student, who is majoring in education, discussed changing positions, the team’s focus for the rest of the season and scoring goals.
Eye on UMSL: Autumn sun
The sun returns from a lengthy hiatus as Mackenzie Jo Remmert, a sophomore social work major, sits cross-legged among the Quad’s fallen leaves on warm and lovely autumn day.
Students step up as peer educators for ‘Tritons think first’ effort
UMSL nursing major Madlyne Bogdajewicz is one of a handful of students volunteering as Triton Health Educators for an NCAA-funded project.
Veteran Studies director discusses (dis)connection between U.S. military, society
Associate Teaching Professor and U.S. Army veteran Jim Craig (standing) has been at the center of UMSL’s efforts to increase support for the university’s growing student veteran population.
Buddy program helps international students transition to life in US
The UMSL group is designed to meet the specific needs of international students, helping them transition smoothly to the US and thrive during their first months.
Witnessing on-campus political debate gives UMSL students immeasurable experience
St. Louis County executive hopefuls and UMSL alumni Rick Stream and Steve Stenger battled over a number of topics of the St. Louis Public Radio-sponsored event.
Huelsman named Disney Soccer/NSCAA DII National Player of the Week
The junior midfielder, who was also named the GLVC Offensive Player of the Week, helped the UMSL Tritons finish the week tied for second overall in conference action.
Eye on UMSL: What A Fan
St. Louis Cardinals superfan and UMSL mail carrier Tom “The Hat Man” Lange shows his What A Fan Award ring to students Femi John (center) and Johnny Mueller.
Psychology student uses research grant to explore the power of lucid dreams
Remy Mallett is one of nine undergraduate students to receive a $1,000 research grant from the College of Arts and Sciences.
Newest class of Tritons includes 17 Bridge grads
Campus isn’t completely new to first-year students Chris Wieland and Khaliah Kelly, both of whom participated in UMSL’s precollegiate Bridge Program as high school students.
Chancellor Tom George discusses UMSL’s role in community
He was a guest Oct. 9 on the St. Louis Public Radio program “St. Louis on the Air.”
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
UMSL freshman Stefoniya Ivanova earned medalist honors at the Oak Terrace Fall Invitational, which concluded the women’s golf team’s fall schedule.
Meet Anna Glushko, The Current editor-in-chief
The psychology major worked her way to the top of the student newspaper after serving as staff writer and features editor.
Over the top: UMSL enrollment exceeds 17,000 total students
Total enrollment this fall is 17,085 students – a new campus record beating the previous best of 16,809 set in fall 2011 and matched in fall 2013.
International response to Ebola focus of guest lecturer
Michael Williams, an expert on race and ethnicity, will discuss “Ebola: The International Response & Crisis of Pan-Africanism” from 12 to 1 p.m. Oct. 15 at UMSL.
‘In the Red and Brown Water’ puts Kenyata Tatum in the spotlight
The UMSL senior stars this week in a play sponsored by the College of Fine Arts and Communication and directed by Jacqueline Thompson, assistant professor of theatre.
A message from Chancellor Tom George on Ferguson
“For many, Ferguson is no longer a place. It’s now a symbol that elicits a broad spectrum of issues of global proportion.”
Athletics Q&A with junior outside hitter Carly Ochs
UMSL junior Carly Ochs is an outside hitter on the volleyball team and an accounting major.
Eye on UMSL: Education initiative
Gov. Jay Nixon announces a $500,000 federal grant to North Campus, a tutoring program founded by St. Louis Alderman Antonio French (left). The announcement was made Oct. 2 at UMSL.