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UMSL, WUSTL celebrate 20 years of engineering education

UMSL, WUSTL celebrate 20 years of engineering education

The originators and current stewards of the University of Missouri–St. Louis and Washington University Joint Undergraduate Engineering Program gathered to mark its 20-year anniversary at a reception Oct. 17 at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.

UMSL marketing professor talks early retail season

UMSL marketing professor talks early retail season

‘Tis the season for early bird specials and doorbuster sales. Macy’s announced this year its stores will be open on Thanksgiving for the first time in the retailer’s s history. The move is intended to give shoppers even more of an opportunity to save.

UMSL Tritons weekly rewind

UMSL Tritons weekly rewind

The University of Missouri–St. Louis began the week with a nonconference sweep of Missouri Baptist on Tuesday and posted another 3-0 victory on Friday in Great Lakes Valley Conference play over William Jewell. Rockhurst then took a 3-0 match on Saturday over the UMSL Tritons. UMSL (12-9, 6-5 GLVC) will travel to Aurora, Ill., this weekend to compete in the annual GLVC-GLIAC Crossover Tournament. The Tritons will play Ashland on Friday and Grand Valley State and Saginaw Valley State on Saturday.

Variety Children’s Theatre to perform ‘Peter Pan’ at the Touhill

Variety Children’s Theatre to perform ‘Peter Pan’ at the Touhill

“Peter Pan,” the latest Variety Children’s Theatre production, will take flight Oct. 25-27 at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center at the University of Missouri–St. Louis. As in years past, Variety Children’s Theatre will stage its production with a cast of professional actors and children of all abilities, a live orchestra with 21 musicians, glorious sets and brilliant costumes.

Eye on UMSL: All ears

Eye on UMSL: All ears

Elle Fitzpatrick, a junior biochemistry and biotechnology major and UMSL student ambassador, captures the full attention of a near-capacity crowd as she poses a question to Dr Melvin D. Shipp, dean of The Ohio State University College of Optometry. Shipp was the guest speaker at the annual Great Lecture Series at UMSL. His talk was titled “Improving the Public’s Health Through Better Inter-Professional Communication” and held in the Millennium Student Center.

UMSL marketers burst the branded search bubble

UMSL marketers burst the branded search bubble

In early 2011, marketers at the University of Missouri–St. Louis recognized that advertising on Google and other search engines was becoming more and more important as an advertising vehicle to reach “inquiring” potential students. It was at that time they added “search engine marketing” to UMSL’s traditional media advertising plan (billboards, radio, print) to promote the university’s UMSL Day open house in March.

UMSL soccer, Field of Dreams partnering on Sunday

UMSL soccer, Field of Dreams partnering on Sunday

Joining the University of Missouri–St. Louis men’s and women’s soccer teams on Sunday will be the organization Fields of Dreams Uganda. This nonprofit group has the mission of providing hope for the orphaned and vulnerable children of Uganda through the vehicles of soccer and education.

Media Coverage: September 2013

Media Coverage: September 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.

Psychology PhD student gets published in 2 scholar journals

Psychology PhD student gets published in 2 scholar journals

Those outside the academic world aren’t always aware of the importance of publishing, but suffice to say that, for a graduate student hoping to land a tenure-track position at the university level, having articles accepted for publication is a very big deal. So imagine the excitement of Lauren Salminen, a second year doctoral student in behavioral neuroscience, when last month she had two articles accepted for publication on the same day.

Wynton Marsalis to bring blend of gospel, jazz to Touhill

Wynton Marsalis to bring blend of gospel, jazz to Touhill

Since jazz musician Wynton Marsalis composed and recorded “In This House, On This Morning” two decades ago, he has remained committed to projecting a theme of universal humanism while reflecting the form of the African American church service. Never has Marsalis coalesced the codes of sacred and secular expression more successfully than with the 2008 extended work “Abyssinian Mass,” commissioned to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Abyssinian Baptist Church on West 138th Street in Harlem, N.Y.

UMSL student leader brings home regional award

UMSL student leader brings home regional award

Marissa Steimel hugs her latest accomplishment and flashes a smile for the photographer. Within seconds, even if you don’t know this young woman, you know it won’t be the last time we see this kind of picture.

UMSL’s Advanced Credit Program shows 25% enrollment increase

UMSL’s Advanced Credit Program shows 25% enrollment increase

With 72 schools, hundreds of teachers and thousands of students to track, you could lose sense of the big picture. But Kathleen Burns, academic director of the Advanced Credit Program at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, points to a steady 25 percent increase in enrollment over the last five years.

UMSL Business College rated among nation’s elite

UMSL Business College rated among nation’s elite

Quality education. Outstanding faculty. Top-notch accredited programs. Those are just a few of the things that make the College of Business Administration at the University of Missouri–St. Louis stand out.

UMSL physicist talks science of ‘broadcast buffet’ from Cardinals postseason play

UMSL physicist talks science of ‘broadcast buffet’ from Cardinals postseason play

The St. Louis Cardinals have enjoyed ample time on the national stage this postseason. That means fans have a “broadcast buffet” for tuning into Cards playoff games, St. Louis Magazine contributor D.J. Wilson points out. He turned to Bernard Feldman, professor and chair of the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, to discuss the science of and delays across the various formats.

UMSL historian to give Field Notes keynote on St. Louis’ science history

UMSL historian to give Field Notes keynote on St. Louis’ science history

As St. Louis approaches its 250th birthday, historian Kevin Fernlund will speak on its dynamic and fascinating science history. The professor of history at the University of Missouri–St. Louis will give the keynote lecture, “St. Louis: Gateway to Infinity,” for Field Notes, a celebration of science and art in Grand Center. The free lecture will begin at 10:30 a.m. Oct. 19 in the St. Louis Public Radio auditorium in UMSL at Grand Center, 3651 Olive St. in St. Louis.

Eye on UMSL: Mustachioed moment

Eye on UMSL: Mustachioed moment

UMSL students (from left) Aichatou Konte, Charles Barnes, Riann Rikard, Braxton Perry and Marissa Sutherland share in a playful moment during a photo shoot last month for the “I Chose UMSL” marketing campaign.

UMSL Tritons weekly rewind

UMSL Tritons weekly rewind

The University of Missouri–St. Louis recorded a pair of road Great Lakes Valley Conference victories last weekend, defeating William Jewell, 2-1, on Friday night before garnering a 2-1 win at No. 8 ranked Rockhurst on Sunday. Sophomore Jon Huelsman scored three goals for the UMSL Tritons, including both in the upset victory over the Hawks. The Tritons (6-6, 5-5 GLVC) close out the home portion of their schedule this weekend, hosting Illinois Springfield on Friday and Southern Indiana on Sunday.

UMSL experiences enrollment increase

UMSL experiences enrollment increase

A record number of applications resulted in a near-record enrollment at the University of Missouri–St. Louis this fall. In total, 16,814 students are taking UMSL classes – a 1 percent increase over last fall.

Optometry dean to speak at UMSL Great Lecture Series

Optometry dean to speak at UMSL Great Lecture Series

The University of Missouri–St. Louis Executive Leadership Consortium presents their annual Great Lecture Series on Wednesday, October 16, 2013, from 5:30 p.m.–7:15 p.m., at the Millennium Student Center at UMSL. This year’s featured speaker is Dr. Melvin D. Shipp, dean of The Ohio State University College of Optometry.

Wynton Marsalis to bring blend of gospel, jazz to Touhill

‘Savage Love’ live at UMSL’s Touhill Center

Dan Savage is a writer, TV personality and activist best known for his political and social commentary, as well as his honest approach to sex, love and relationships. His sex advice column, “Savage Love,” is syndicated in newspapers and websites throughout the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia.

Student new to UMSL, takes on big role in ‘Rocky Horror’

Student new to UMSL, takes on big role in ‘Rocky Horror’

Among the University of Missouri–St. Louis students performing in “The Rocky Horror Show” at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center is Grayson Jostes, who came to UMSL this semester as part of SUCCEED, a post-secondary program for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Yates named GLVC Men’s Golfer of the Month for September

Yates named GLVC Men’s Golfer of the Month for September

Sophomore Colby Yates of the University of Missouri–St. Louis men’s golf team has been named the Great Lakes Valley Conference Men’s Player of the Month for September, following a vote from the league’s head coaches.

Eye of UMSL: Celebrating SUCCEED

Eye of UMSL: Celebrating SUCCEED

While SUCCEED Program students cheer in the background, Kathy Meath, president and chief executive officer of St. Louis Arc, and UMSL Chancellor Tom George cut through a ribbon to celebrate the launch of the post-secondary program for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Holding the ribbon are Deborah Baldini, associate dean of the College of Arts and Sciences and School of Professional and Continuing Studies at UMSL, and Ann Wilkins, director of the SUCCEED Program.

UMSL Tritons weekly rewind

UMSL Tritons weekly rewind

The University of Missouri–St. Louis bounced back from a 3-0 loss at No. 18 ranked Truman State on Friday night post a 3-0 victory at Quincy on Saturday. Senior Chelsea Burkle averaged 4.17 kills per set in the two matches to pace the offense. UMSL (9-6, 5-2 Great Lakes Valley Conference) will host Lindenwood Tuesday night in a nonconference contest before returning to the road in GLVC play, traveling to Drury on Friday night and Missouri S&T on Saturday.

UMSL staff member, alumni named top leaders in their 30s

UMSL staff member, alumni named top leaders in their 30s

A University of Missouri–St. Louis staff member and four alumni are among 30 north St. Louis County leaders in their 30s. The annual awards are presented by North County, Incorporated, a regional development organization, to individuals in their 30s making a significant impact in the community through their profession and/or community involvement.

Crow chosen for Patriot All-America Invitational

Crow chosen for Patriot All-America Invitational

University of Missouri–St. Louis senior Warren Crow of the UMSL Tritons men’s golf team is among the 84 golfers selected to participate in the 2013 Patriot All-America Invitational at Wigwam Golf Club in Litchfield Park, Ariz.

Labor Conference celebrates life of Jerry Tucker

Labor Conference celebrates life of Jerry Tucker

The University of Missouri–St. Louis Labor Studies Certificate Program and Center for Labor Renewal celebrate the life and work of labor leader Jerry Tucker in their upcoming St. Louis Labor Conference. The conference takes place October 11-13 at the Sheraton Clayton Plaza and the UMSL Millennium Student Center.

UMSL marks Jubilee with specially commissioned symphony

UMSL marks Jubilee with specially commissioned symphony

To mark its 50th anniversary the University of Missouri–St. Louis commissioned composer and UMSL music professor Barbara Harbach to write an original performance piece. Her creation will make its debut next month.

UMSL’s Month of Community Giving begins

UMSL’s Month of Community Giving begins

Give a little, help a lot. It’s the University of Missouri–St. Louis’ Month of Community Giving, an annual campus giving campaign that benefits the causes of the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the Community Health Charities of Kansas and Missouri. Combined, they are community partners to more than 250 nonprofit organizations.

UMSL Tritons weekly rewind

UMSL Tritons weekly rewind

The University of Missouri–St. Louis Tritons improved their win streak to five matches on Saturday in a 3-2 win over Wisconsin-Parkside, but saw it come to an end on Sunday with a 3-0 loss to Lewis, the first of the year in Great Lakes Valley Conference play. UMSL (8-5, 4-1 GLVC) will travel to #18 ranked Truman State on Friday night before a road trip to Quincy on Saturday.

Criminologist earns Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Service

Criminologist earns Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Service

Service is second nature to Richard Rosenfeld. Whether it’s leading a research study for the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, heading the board of the American Society of Criminology or lending his expertise to media outlets, he believes in giving back.

Chancellor’s Award recognizes UMSL faculty member’s commitment to students

Chancellor’s Award recognizes UMSL faculty member’s commitment to students

Kathleen Nigro has positively influenced hundreds of University of Missouri–St. Louis students. During her 15 years at UMSL, she has tirelessly worked as a teacher, adviser and community service advocate with the Gender Studies program, Department of English, Pierre Laclede Honors College and several student organizations. Nigro’s passionate commitment to her students has earned her the Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in the category of Non-Tenure Track Faculty Member.

Burkle named GLVC Volleyball Offensive Player of the Week

Burkle named GLVC Volleyball Offensive Player of the Week

Senior outside hitter Chelsea Burkle of the University of Missouri–St. Louis volleyball team has been named the Great Lakes Valley Conference Volleyball Offensive Player of the Week, as announced by the league office. Lewis junior Kim Vertin was tabbed as the Defensive Player of the Week.