Xuemin (Sam) Wang, the E. Desmond Lee Professor of Plant Sciences at UMSL, earned the honor for his groundbreaking research in plant biology.
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Mascot Louie, students star in campus safety video
The short film covers key safety points, reminding the UMSL community of resources available through the UMSL Police Department and Student Affairs.
Shatera Davis is UMSL’s student in new congressional internship
She was UMSL’s first participant in a new program that places students in congressional offices for internships.
UMSL bat study featured on NPR’s ‘All Things Considered’
Bat hunting in a cemetery after dark sounds like a plot ripped from a horror movie. But it was all part of a recent scientific excursion involving a UMSL group.
UMSL chancellor named Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities vice president
“I’ve found that CUMU is one of the world’s best resources for higher education leaders to exchange information about their successes and challenges,” Tom George said.
Media Coverage: July 2014
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 senior is national Miss Amazing
Katie Johnson, a communication major, took the crown in a pageant for women with disabilities. She had won the Missouri title in April.
Eye on UMSL: #UMSLFAMOUS
Did you win an award? Get an internship, a scholarship or a job? Drop us a line at umslnews@umsl.edu and become #UMSLFAMOUS.
Men’s golf begins season ranked No. 23 in Golf World/Nike Golf Preseason Division II College Coaches’ Poll
Led by head coach Troy Halterman, UMSL is coming off its third NCAA Midwest Regional appearance in the last four years.
Galápagos hawks hand down lice like family heirlooms, study finds
The group of researchers includes Patricia Parker, the E. Desmond Lee Professor in Zoological Studies and chair of the Department of Biology at UMSL.
Levin and assistant named Coaching Staff of the Year in National Pro Fastpitch
UMSL’s head softball coach earned the honor for his role as field manager for the Akron Racers.
STARS students receive LMI Aerospace Inc. Awards for Excellence in Research
Thirty aspiring scientists have been rewarded for a summer of hard work at the Students and Teachers as Research Scientists Program.
Governor appoints UMSL professor for cabinet post
Daniel Isom, the Endowed Professor of Police and the Community, will serve as the Missouri director of public safety beginning Sept. 1.
It’s a record: UMSL enrollment edges ever closer to 17,000 total students
The university expects total enrollment this fall to set a new campus record.
More students opt for on-campus living experience
Nearly 1,000 UMSL students are taking advantage of university-owned housing options this semester – an overall uptick of 6 percent.
Check out UMSL Daily, UMSL App to stay informed
Staying informed is crucial. Of course, we have an app for that … and a social media newsroom.
Undergrad research grant fosters young scientist’s passion
Kaylyn Bauer, a UMSL junior majoring in biochemistry and biotechnology, spent the summer interning at the Danforth Plant Science Center.
Eye on UMSL: New faculty
Christopher Boyce, supervisor of instructional technology for UMSL Information Technology Services, introduces new faculty members to software and hardware support they can take advantage of for their research and teaching.
Children’s Advocacy Services on responding to children after Ferguson unrest
Jerry Dunn, executive director of CASGSL at UMSL, talks with area educators, counselors and the news media about how to talk to children about the recent events.
A message from UMSL Chancellor Tom George
“St. Louis is a world-class region that – with your help – will emerge from recent events stronger and better.”
50 days, 100+ events, 10 student picks
The UMSL campus is brimming with upcoming events. The new Weeks of Welcome guide gives a sense of the limitless possibilities for fun and enrichment this semester.
Eye on UMSL: Reaching out
UMSL staff members deliver items to St. Stephen’s Food Pantry in Ferguson. The local food pantry has experienced a spike in demand as a result of recent events.
Grant spurs undergrad’s research toward better batteries, vehicles
Senior physics major Henry Hamper eyes a batch of the nanoporous carbon material he makes for research projects aimed at improving batteries and hydrogen-powered vehicles.
Eye on UMSL: Awesome awardees
UMSL staff service awardees gathered in the Millennium Student Center before the annual staff appreciation barbecue to receive recognition for their outstanding dedication and service to the university.
MIMH hosts suicide prevention conference in Jefferson City
For more than a decade, the suicide rate in Missouri has been higher than the rate nationally.
News media turns to UMSL faculty to help make sense of recent Ferguson events
UMSL faculty members have discussed policing, poverty, racial tensions and the history of the region with CNN, CBS News, NPR, USA Today and more.
UMSL cultural institute gives counselors regional understanding
The institute is a five-day intensive cultural competence immersion experience for students in the school of counseling program at UMSL.
UMSL alumnus named state girls track coach of the year
Sheldon Webster (front with medal), BSEd 1986, is the girls track and field coach at McCluer North High School in Florissant, Mo.
Atkisson named to Cleveland Golf/Srixon All-America Scholar Team
He achieved the honor for the second-straight year and is one of only 75 golfers in NCAA Division II named to the team.
UMSL scholar examines evolution of learning
Aimee Dunlap, assistant professor of biology at UMSL, co-authored a study that was recently published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Science.
Sullivan, Tobias address summer graduates
Saturday’s commencement festivities also included the conferring of an honorary degree upon Keith Guller of Essex Industries, Inc.
UMSL extends office hours to help students register, start off strong
Senior and campus tour guide Nicole Vickers says UMSL’s extended office hours allow busy students like her to start the semester strong.
NASCAR internship drives UMSL student’s future
Aaron Hinton was one of only 14 college students selected for the 2014 NASCAR Diversity Internship program.
Tennis teams earn ITA academic honors
Six UMSL tennis players were named ITA Scholar-Athletes, and the women’s team received the ITA All-Academic Team award.
Endowed directorship honors Mercantile Library’s tireless leader
More than $2 million of the record-breaking $31.2 million contributed to UMSL during the past fiscal year helped fund the John Neal Hoover Endowed Mercantile Library Executive Directorship.
Eye on UMSL: Nanoporous carbons
Senior physics major Henry Hamper, an undergraduate research grant recipient at UMSL, makes nanoporous carbons in Benton Hall.
Media Coverage: June 2014
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 coverage.
UMSL grad has important role with some of St. Louis’ biggest teams
Media studies alumnus Bobby Sutherland gets great seats for all games at Busch Stadium where he’s technical director. He does similar work at the Edward Jones Dome and Chaifetz Arena.
Head of UMSL Museum Studies Program honored for ‘distinguished career’
Jay Rounds has been recognized by the Association of Midwest Museums for his decades of contribution to the field and legacy of shaping students into museum professionals.
Ideas Island sprouts creative collaboration for education scholars
“If you could have your own island to yourself, what would you create?” Assistant Professor Ralph Cordova responded, and then got to find out first hand.
Professor Keith Stine named American Chemical Society Fellow
He was one of 99 scientists who have demonstrated outstanding accomplishments in chemistry and made important contributions to ACS.
UMSL student is Missouri’s Miss Amazing
UMSL senior Katie Johnson will compete in the national Miss Amazing pageant this month.
New scholarship helps push summer enrollment above 5,000
The new Triton Summer Scholarship helped soon-to-be senior Tempestt Burel and 160 fellow UMSL students make the most of the university’s summer course offerings and stay on track toward graduation.
Check out the new UMSL website
Above is a glimpse of part of the new home page, umsl.edu.
Don’t miss registration deadline Aug. 3 for UMSL Moonlight Ramble
UMSL international business student Dustyn Arney will be among scores of cyclists riding through the St. Louis streets on Aug. 9.
Aspiring scientists complete STARS program at UMSL
Nearly 90 high school students took part in the 2014.
UMSL sets new record for gifts and pledges
Donors contributed a collective $31.2 million during the fiscal year that ended June 30.
New UMSL Opportunity Scholars class raring to go
They include (from left) Lauren Jenkins, Nicole Gevers, Leslie Jackson, Anta Kane and Brendan McCoy.
UMSL artists, events, alumni among best in St. Louis
Honorees include the Arianna String Quartet, which was named Best Chamber Music Group.
3 UMSL projects funded by University of Missouri System
A novel device to help kids see, efforts to enhance antibiotic potency and a new decision-support tool that would improve efficiencies in construction are currently under way at UMSL.