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Garage park for chance to win rock-star parking
That’s not all. As you’re walking to your first week of classes, stop off at the MSC to warm up with a complimentary cup of coffee or cocoa.
Hundreds turn out for San Antonio mayor, Hispanic Chamber event at UMSL
UMSL Chancellor Tom George (right) introduced keynote speaker San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro.
New students, Weeks of Welcome, Homecoming – it’s spring at UMSL!
More than 100 new students slogged through the snow and cold recently to get answers to their questions about the University of Missouri–St. Louis.
Eye on UMSL: Welcome back
UMSL student Melissa Roth moves into Oak Hall during a brief snowstorm Jan. 17.
WomenArts Quarterly develops influence in short time
Despite just four years in circulation, the journal has found a reach beyond the boundaries of the UMSL campus.
Cosic’s Gallery 210 show examines cultural adjustments
Gallery 210’s first event in 2014 will offer a window into the complexities of identity, culture, immigration and other issues from a member of St. Louis’ art and Bosnian communities.
MIMH develops free suicide prevention app
Suicide Lifeguard is intended for anyone concerned that someone they know may be thinking of suicide.
UMSL staffer offers big-city advice to national organization
Tegan Klevorn, coordinator of student activities, wrote a “how to” on creating events at an urban university for the national magazine Campus Activities Programming.
UMSL criminologist named ASC Fellow
Janet Lauritsen is the fourth faculty member from the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice to earn the distinction.
UMSL PPA program honors 2 alumni
The UMSL Public Policy Administration program recently named Mary McMurtrey and John Shaw distinguished alumni.
Chancellor touts UMSL in new radio campaign
A trio of new radio spots highlight the direct outcomes that come from a UMSL degree, the high quality of UMSL faculty and the diverse success of alumni.
‘The Other Wes Moore’ author to speak at MLK event at UMSL
Westley Moore will bring his message to the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday observance at UMSL on Jan. 20.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
The UMSL women’s basketball team’s 10-game win streak came to an end with a loss to Lewis Saturday. They look to start their next win streak Thursday against Truman State.
13 top UMSL Daily stories from 2013
They include posts about students unearthing dinosaur bones, a faculty member studying the effects of viewing “The Biggest Loser” and an alumnus’ recollection of rapping in The Nosh.
Eye on UMSL: Winter wonderland
Yiuman Tse and his wife, Chunying, stroll along North Campus after the area experienced a massive snowfall.
College of Nursing to open its doors to prospective students
Student Kara Cissell will be one of the student volunteers on hand during the BSN Preview Day.
St. Louis Cardinals president talks baseball, Ballpark Village with UMSL crowd
The discussion was part of the monthly Breakfast & Business Series by the College of Business Administration at UMSL.
Artifact excavated by UMSL archaeologist to be showcased at Brussels museum
Professor Michael Cosmopoulos led a team that unearthed the ancient Greek fragment of a wall painting in 2010 and 2011.
Wendy Dillinger named head women’s soccer coach
In 12 seasons as a head coach, she owns a career record of 134-83-19 (.608).
UMSL extends office hours to better serve students
The doors at the University of Missouri–St. Louis will once again open wider and later throughout most of January to accommodate UMSL’s busy students.
Looking for a free trip to Japan? UMSL sociologist has you covered
The 2014 St. Louis/Ishinomaki Friendship Program is open to middle and high school students, 7th-11th grade, who are at least 12 years old at the time they apply.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
Junior Derek Shouse drained the game-winning three-pointer with 1.9 seconds to play at UIS before finishing with a career-best 14 points.
11 UMSL photos from 2013
UMSL campus photographer August Jennewein shoots thousands of photos each year. As 2013 came to a close, he chose the photo above and 10 more below to revisit.
BBC News spotlights UMSL biologist’s malaria research
The Galapagos Islands are well known for being the home to a large number of species unique to the islands. But the introduction of foreign parasites could push native bird species towards extinction.
Eye on UMSL: Happy New Year!
Melissa Schwartz, a junior music major at UMSL, plays “St. Louis Blues” by W.C. Handy at the Wind Ensemble Concert held in the Lee Theater at the Touhill. She was part of 10-student trumpet ensemble.
Mobile web focus of UMSL teacher’s latest book
More people are accessing the web via mobile devices than ever before, but most website design is geared toward desktop computers.
Eye on UMSL: Happy Holidays!
The annual Jazz for the Holidays concert took place Dec. 8 at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center. The concert featured the UMSL Jazz Ensemble, University Orchestra and Vocal Point choral group. The event also served as the finale to the UMSL Jubilee.
UMSL associate dean talks MBA programs
The world of business is ever-growing and ever-changing. In order to stay on top, business schools must stay one step ahead.
MIMH names Felix Vincenz interim director
Felix Vincenz, chief operating officer of St. Louis Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center, has been named interim director of the Missouri Institute of Mental Health at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.
Media Coverage: November 2013
The University of Missouri–St. Louis makes a significant impact on the St. Louis area. 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, but does not serve as a comprehensive listing.
Communication graduate launches career at RubinBrown
Allie Jostrand keeps coming back to one word — passion. She’s passionate about the St. Louis Cardinals, she’s passionate about the University of Missouri–St. Louis, and she’s passionate about starting her career in public relations.
‘True, loyal friend’ receives UMSL’s Chancellor’s Medallion
Anna Mayer Beck’s love of all things German was nurtured by her immigrant father. And for most of her life she has honored his memory by sharing that rich culture with thousands of St. Louisans.
UMSL social work students assist with ‘Neediest Cases’
Many people give generously to those in need during the holiday season and students in the School of Social Work at the University of Missouri–St. Louis School are no different.
UMSL honorees reflect commitment to St. Louis
Carol Valenta and Steven Schankman each followed their passion and in the process enriched the lives of hundreds of thousands of St. Louisans. For their commitment to their professions and their community the University of Missouri–St. Louis conferred honorary degrees on them during commencement ceremonies Dec. 14. Nearly 600 students received degrees during three ceremonies.
Eye on UMSL: First snowball
Snowball in hand, Abigail Tamakloe, 14, targets her sister, Jochebed, 9, who seeks refuge behind her father, Rev. King Joshua, while their mother, Princess Rita, laughs in the foreground.
UMSL Tritons weekly rewind
The University of Missouri–St. Louis (5-1, 1-0 Great Lakes Valley Conference) returns to the court on Wednesday to host Culver-Stockton. The UMSL Tritons have been idle since a 69-35 win over Maryville on Dec. 7 in the GLVC opener. UMSL will then close out the nonconference portion of its schedule in Owensboro, Ky., at the Fairfield Inn Christmas Classic hosted by Kentucky Wesleyan this weekend. The Tritons play the host school on Saturday night before a Sunday meeting with Davis & Elkins.
Ghanaian earns degree, health from UMSL
Princess Rita Tamakloe has mixed feelings about ending her time at the University of Missouri–St. Louis. She’s excited to get back to her family and start her new life, but she will take with her a valuable education, eye-opening experiences and her newfound health.
UMSL supporter played big role in creating Nobel Peace Prize-winning organization
Though many Americans have not heard of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons, the group finally got its deserved time in the limelight last weekend when it collected the Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo, Norway. University of Missouri–St. Louis supporter Will Carpenter is particularly pleased for the group’s recognition, which makes sense, seeing as how he played an integral role in creating the treaty that lead to the formation of the OPCW.
UMSL conductor goes from Carnegie to Candlelight Concert with Bach Society
Ask Jim Henry what he did Thanksgiving weekend and the answer is casual, almost an aside. “I sang at Carnegie Hall,”...
UMSL scientist named National Academy of Inventors Fellow
George Gokel continues to garner attention for his innovative work in the sciences.
Book fair celebrates faculty authors
For several years, María Teresa Balogh attended Friday’s annual Faculty Author’s Reception, always telling herself that she’d have a book out by the next year. As a longtime writer, she’d published lots of her poetry, but her own book remained a goal.
Nursing instructor named March of Dimes Nurse of the Year
For her work to improve women’s health, Susan Kendig, teaching professor of nursing at the University of Missouri–St....
Editor welcomes listeners, readers to St. Louis Public Radio and The Beacon
Monday, Dec. 9, St. Louis Public Radio and the St. Louis Beacon merged. This milestone marks the end of more than a year of effort. But in a sense, we’ve just broken ground for the news organization we intend to build.
Burkle named UMSL Volleyball’s first-ever All-American
Senior outside hitter Chelsea Burkle of the University of Missouri–St. Louis volleyball team has been named to the American Volleyball Coaches Association All-America Honorable Mention Team.
UMSL historian discusses Nelson Mandela’s sports connection
Chuck Korr needed only the first 25 words of his USA Today commentary to sum up what the world lost last week.
UMSL caps yearlong Jubilee with holiday jazz concert
The weather outside was frightful, but the music inside was delightful to the more than 1,200 who attended the Jazz...
Frosty beginning for Science Learning Building
There were a few remarks about the cold weather, but most of the focus Monday afternoon was on the pile of dirt in front of the science complex at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.
Miriam Roccia strives to enhance student experience at UMSL
Her title is assistant dean of students at the University of Missouri-St. Louis, but to many people who are familiar with her face in the Millennium Student Center, Miriam Roccia has another title.
Student violinist performs with Metropolitan Orchestra of Saint Louis
The invitation came via an email from her University of Missouri–St. Louis violin instructor Julia Sakharova. Would she be interested in playing with the Metropolitan Orchestra of Saint Louis? Always hungry for opportunity and a new experience, Octavia Sydnor, a junior music major with an emphasis in violin performance at UMSL, jumped at the chance.