The show focuses on 16 early- to mid-20th century Haitian Voodoo flags, or drapo Vodou, and also includes sequined libation bottles and photos of contemporary Vodou practitioners.
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New business building crucial to St. Louis employers, work force
UMSL is seeking $10 million from the Higher Education Capital Fund in order to start construction later this year.
Governor picks UMSL’s Tracy Mulderig as next student curator
The doctoral candidate in industrial/organizational psychology has to be confirmed by the Missouri Senate before she can begin her new role.
Comic books from UMSL course to be preserved at museum
The comic books generated by an art class are also available for purchase at the UMSL Bookstore and Star Clipper.
UMSL softball’s Hannah Perryman named GLVC Pitcher of the Week
The reigning GLVC Pitcher of the Year went 2-1 in the circle and added a save for the UMSL.
UMSL information systems professor inducted into IAOP Outsourcing Hall of Fame
As a leading scholar and researcher on the topic of outsourcing, Mary Lacity is well known throughout the field.
UMSL Tritons week in review
Over six games, in which the Tritons went 5-1, senior Ashleigh King led the team with nine hits, including three doubles, while batting .450.
UMSL kicks off Battle of the Boot shoe drive
Teddy Binkholder, a senior anthropology major, is leading the UMSL collection of shoe donations for the Battle of the Boot shoe drive.
Eye on UMSL: Tropical Nosh
From left: Hiroyuki Onoue, Takumi Shima, Yurina Makino, Hiroyuki Mizunuma and Takehiko Tajima find a relaxing and warm spot to visit in the MSC while it snows outside.
IN UNISON offers performance, mentoring to UMSL music students
The St. Louis Symphony’s IN UNISON scholarship has offered sweet musical experiences to five University of Missouri–St. Louis students this year.
UMSL inducts class of 2014 Sports Hall of Fame
The class featured four student-athletes, two teams, one coach and one distinguished service honoree, Frank Cusumano, BA speech communication 1984.
UMSL conference brings together vets, academics, employers, agencies
Danielle Spiekerman and Ryan Barrett were among about 30 people gathered at UMSL for the veterans sourcing event.
UMSL education scholar discusses improving school, need for charter schools
Kathleen S. Brown, professor of educational leadership and policy studies, sat down with KTVI reporter Charles Jaco to discuss education options for the state and where charter schools fit in.
Optometry students’ push for new facilities results in Patient Care Center
The college anticipates the building design to be completed by fall with construction to wrap by summer 2016.
Homecoming king, queen talk royalty, time at UMSL
Adam Delgado, a junior liberal studies major, and Marissa Steimel, a senior communication major, were named UMSL’s Homecoming king and queen.
UMSL Professor Michael Cosmopoulos inducted into St. Louis Academy of Science
Founded in 1856, the academy is one of the oldest and most prestigious scientific associations in the United States.
UMSL scholar honored by international philosophy association
Gualtiero Piccinini, associate professor and chair of the Department of Philosophy at UMSL, will receive the 2014 Herbert A. Simon Award for Outstanding Research in Computing and Philosophy.
Eye on UMSL: Chili competition
UMSL students Bekah Cripe (left) and Sara Gerberding are about to taste the white chicken chili sponsored by the College of Business Administration.
Triton Toastmasters celebrates official charter status
The current group of Triton Toastmasters includes faculty, staff, alumni and two student members. At 28 members, there is still room for the club to add a few more.
UMSL Tritons week in review
The UMSL women’s basketball team (16-5, 9-4 GLVC) closed out a four-game homestand with wins over Saint Joseph’s (88-62) and No. 19 ranked Indianapolis (85-64).
Donors support UMSL improvements
Under the leadership of Chancellor Tom George (left) and Martin Leifeld, vice chancellor for University Advancement, UMSL has raised more than $18 million for scholarships, academic programs, faculty positions and facilities.
Missouri Governor’s Council on Disability honors SUCCEED Program, its creator
Less than six months after the first SUCCEED students, including Behle Jenkins (center), moved to UMSL, the program’s creator has been recognized by the state of Missouri for her vision.
10 photos from Pack the Stands at UMSL
UMSL photographer August Jennewein selects his favorite images from last week’s Pack the Stands.
MIMH movie to be screened at international film festival
A film produced by Kelly Gregory and Thom Pancella, both of MIMH at UMSL, will be screened Feb. 12 at the Picture This… Film Festival in Calgary, Canada.
Kenyan singing quartet to perform at Touhill
The Moipei Quartet have represented Kenya in a number of international events in Uganda, Tanzania, South Africa, China, South Korea, Canada and Venezuela.
Gerontology expert funded to research older-driver safety, mobility transitions
“I want to facilitate a healthy transition to non-driving for older adults who need to do so for reasons of functional compromise,” Tom Meuser says.
2 faculty members, alumnus collaborate on website with Saint Louis Art Museum
Jeanne Zarucchi hopes a website she helped create will be a new learning resource for art teachers and French language instructors in the St. Louis area.
SisterScholars-in-Training supports students as they work toward degrees
SisterScholars meets from 12:30 to 2 p.m. every Thursday in 313 Millennium Student Center at UMSL.
‘Everybody can’t be Beyonce’: 87 middle school girls get a lesson in life
The Sue Shear Institute for Women in Public Life at UMSL and three members of the National Association of Women Judges presented the 2014 Girls Summit.
UMSL Tritons week in review
The men’s basketball team (12-7, 6-5 GLVC) picked up two wins last week. The women’s basketball team (14-5, 7-4 GLVC) also picked up a pair of victories.
Winning murals make Lucas Hall a little brighter
Two student murals symbolizing the past, present and future of UMSL are being installed in the public spaces of the College of Arts and Sciences.
Eye on UMSL: Gratitude
UMSL students gather in The Nosh as Ally Hoehn, a senior majoring in logistics and operations management, explains Operation Gratitude to Rep. Clem Smith.
UMSL students make music for MADCO’s ‘Pulse 2’
Tom Winkler, a senior music major, wrote a composition that will accompany a dance performance by MADCO Jan. 31-Feb. 2 at the Touhill.
Academy of Science of St. Louis honors 2 UMSL faculty members
Michael Cosmopoulos (left) is a world-renowned authority in Greek archeology, and Robert Marquis is a mentor to many, inspiring and educating the next generation.
Public policy professor discusses how St. Louis can attract, retain talent
Todd Swanstrom was part of a round-table discussion last week on “Stay Tuned,” a program on KETC.
Softball picked to defend GLVC title; UMSL Tritons begin season ranked No. 18
The national ranking is up from the end of last season when UMSL finished ranked No. 22.
4 UMSL alumni named to St. Louis Business Journal’s 2014 ’40 Under 40′
The annual list recognizes individuals in the St. Louis community who have made an impact in the business world before reaching the age of 40.
BJC HealthCare establishes endowed chair in UMSL’s College of Nursing
While the university has 38 endowed professorships, this will be UMSL’s first endowed chair position.
Global Game Jam attracts participants, potential employers
Hosted at UMSL the last three years, the 48-hour event is a gamers dream and featured 170 participants, including computer science major Matt “Z” Hunt (center).
UMSL Tritons week in review
UMSL Tritons junior guard Alexis Lawrence drained six three-pointers and finished with 20 points en route to a win against Missouri S&T.
UMSL Chancellor Tom George named to Dynamic People list
He was one of 10 Dynamic People featured in the Jan. 24 issue of the Ladue News.
Art professor brings his work home
Dan Younger’s photography is the subject of his first solo St. Louis show in more than 20 years. It will be on display Feb. 7 to May 17 at the Sheldon Art Galleries.
Eye on UMSL: First print
UMSL Print Shop supervisor Jay Frey displays the unit’s first print job at its new location in the lower level of the J.C. Penney Building.
UMSL English professor honored with prestigious Irish studies position
Eamonn Wall will serve as the 2014 Charles A. Heimbold Chair of Irish Studies at Villanova University for the spring semester.
UMSL student receives Fulbright to Argentina
The idea of teaching those who will be teaching others is just one of many things that excites Loren Moseley about her recent honor.
UMSL volunteers give back with ‘A Day On, Not a Day Off’
Oriel Williams (left) was one of many UMSL students to give up her day off Monday to participate in the university’s MLK Day of Service.
Media Coverage: December 2013
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 media placements.
UMSL focuses on career planning early and often
What are your plans after graduation? Teresa Balestreri, who directs Career Services, says the first step to finding that dream job is to look in the mirror.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
UMSL men’s basketball (10-5, 4-3 GLVC) lost an 83-66 verdict at Truman State last Thursday night, but came back to record a 75-72 win over Quincy at home on Saturday.
UMSL to host annual Global Game Jam
Are you a gamer? Programmer? Designer? Or just enjoy creating a virtual world? If so, the 2014 Global Game Jam could be for you.