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Faculty, staff awards highlight State of the University Address
Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence were presented to faculty and staff at the University of Missouri–St. Louis Sept....
KSDK features top soccer scorer
Kaylee Neutzling, a senior and forward on the University of Missouri–St. Louis Tritons women’s soccer team, is off to...
St. Louis American honors administrator
Natissia Small, assistant dean of students at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, was one of 12 educators honored last Friday during the St. Louis American’s 24th annual “Salute to Excellence in Education” scholarship and awards gala.
Small, who serves as director of UMSL’s Office of Precollegiate Programs, received the 2011 Excellence in Education Award. She recently added the Office of Multicultural Relations to her responsibilities at UMSL.
Vocalist to present an ‘Evening of Song’
Soprano Stella Markou, director of vocal studies at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, will explore the desires of...
A cappella concert to feature 4 champion ensembles
Four award-winning ensembles will share the stage for “Solid Gold,” an evening of a cappella harmony at the University...
Criminologist discusses inflation’s effect on crime
Budget cuts, unemployment rates and an increase in food and fuel prices might lead you to believe crime would be at an...
UMSL Tritons weekly roundup for Sept. 14-20
Each week, the Department of Athletics at the University of Missouri–St. Louis compiles a roundup of how the various...
9/11 survivor speaks during UMSL remembrance week
The wide-eye, stone-faced crowd listened as former New York Fire Department Battalion Chief Richard Picciotto recalled...
MADCO to appear on HEC-TV Live
HEC-TV will profile Modern American Dance Company, the resident dance company at the University of Missouri–St. Louis,...
Baseball alumni game set for Oct. 8
The University of Missouri–St. Louis baseball program will hold an alumni game on Oct. 8 at the UMSL Baseball Field on...
Internationally acclaimed violinist to play Touhill
Violinist Janet Sung enjoys an acclaimed international career as a virtuoso soloist, praised for her lustrous tone and...
Eye on UMSL: Academic Center dedication
Each week, University Marketing and Communications at the University of Missouri–St. Louis displays one new image in...
Edward Jones strategist to discuss economy, investments
What is a good, safe investment these days? With uncertainty of the investment market, real estate market and job...
Learn about 3 sides of faculty: teaching, research, service
The dynamic faculty members at the University of Missouri–St. Louis take on many roles. A new UMSL video looks at...
Kathy Weinman, Gateway for Greatness Campaign winners at Founders Dinner
The University of Missouri–St. Louis had a lot to celebrate Sept. 15 at the Ritz Carlton St. Louis in Clayton, Mo. A...
Scholar to discuss right-wing activism in Japan
Right-wing activism in contemporary Japan is characterized by confrontational politics, motivated by religious zeal...
Meehan scholarship recipients honored at opening of Academic Center
Provost Glen Cope cut the ribbon for the new Mathematics and Writing Academic Center in the Social Sciences &...
5 alumni honored for contributions to UMSL, profession, community
Nearly 800 people helped the University of Missouri–St. Louis celebrate its 20th Annual Founders Dinner Sept. 15. The...
UMSL Events for Sept. 17-23, 2011
Zipline Adventure
Date/Time: September 17, 2011 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Location: Meramec Caverns Park
Audience: students, faculty and staff
Description: Today is Campus Recreation’s Zipline Adventure. Soar through the treetops on ziplines at Meramec Caverns Park. Thrilling fun for everyone! The cost is only $10 per UMSL student. Transportation is provided. Participants must register in advance. Call the Campus Rec Office 314-516-5326 to see if spots are still available.
For Info: Campus Recreation Office, 203 Mark Twain Athletic & Fitness Center, 314-516-5326
Xtreme IT! receives $10,000 gift to support pre-collegiate program
More high school students will now have an opportunity to learn about careers in information technology thanks to a...
Graphic design class finds inspiration in Amsterdam
In the graphic design world, nothing beats witnessing the craft being practiced firsthand, according to Jen McKnight,...
Pais Center’s youth photograph their neighborhood for exhibit
The Academy neighborhood in St. Louis once served as the setting for “Meet Me in St. Louis.” More recently it has...
Political scientist’s book explores social injustice in modern cities
University of Missouri–St. Louis political scientist Todd Swanstrom and his public policy peers want to push social...
UMSL Tritons weekly roundup
Each week, the Department of Athletics at the University of Missouri–St. Louis compiles a roundup of how the various...
Business dean discusses proposed American Jobs Act
The American Jobs Act introduced by President Barack Obama could impact about 120,000 Missouri firms and 260,000...
UMSL’s International Business program ranked 15th by U.S. News
The International Business program at the University of Missouri–St. Louis is ranked among the top 20 best...
Women’s golf season preview: UMSL Tritons look for a 3-peat
The University of Missouri–St. Louis women’s golf team enters the 2011-12 season with high expectations. The UMSL...
Free UMSL concert to include music by noted faculty composer
An upcoming concert at the University of Missouri–St. Louis will feature two members of the UMSL faculty and include music composed by a third member of the faculty.
The concert will be held at 5 p.m. Sept. 18, in the E. Desmond and Mary Ann Lee Theater at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center. Free and open to the public, it will feature a performance of “Harriet’s Story,” a new song cycle by noted composer Barbara Harbach.
Criminologists gather public opinion on police pursuits
Allowing public opinion to dictate policy in law enforcement is not common practice. But a recent survey completed by...
UMSL/Wildwood students learn to be effective teachers
What makes a good teacher? The question is asked by hundreds every year. A crowd of more than 260 students in...
Character education professor discusses patriotism in teaching history of 9/11
Marvin Berkowitz, the Sanford N. McDonnell Endowed Professor of Education at the University of Missouri–St. Louis,...
Eye on UMSL: Lakeside study
Each week, University Marketing and Communications at the University of Missouri–St. Louis displays one new image in...
UMSL Events for Sept. 10-16, 2011
Midwest Madness Comedy Show Tickets on Sale Now
Date/Time: September 10-13, 2011
Location: Touhill PAC
Audience: Open
Description: Get over that mid-week hump at the Midwest Madness Comedy Show, September 14! St. Louis’ own B-Phlat, Detroit’s Tony Roberts and Chicago’s Damon Williams will have you laughing for days. Advance tickets are $7 for students and $10 for staff/faculty. Both groups must present their UMSL ID and may purchase a maximum of two tickets at the discount. This event is open to the public; advance tickets are $15. All ticket prices will change the day of the event. The show is a reserved seating event.
For Info: Ashlee Roberts at 314-516-5291
Chemists’ research helps prevent septic shock
Two University of Missouri–St. Louis chemists have collaborated to find a way to “turn off” the immune system when it...
UMSL boasts 3 winners among 30 leaders in their 30s
Hundreds of people are expected to gather Sept. 23 to salute 30 up-and-coming young North St. Louis County leaders in...
Zheng Xulan to sing ‘Songs of China’ for International Performing Arts Series
After her 1979 hit “Sun Island,” Zheng Xulan became one of the most popular singers in China. Today, she continues to...
UMSL graduates second Express Scripts cohort from PMBA program
Charles Moore, senior director of information technology at Express Scripts, researched several master’s of business...
Men’s golf begins quest for another NCAA tournament bid
For only the seventh time in program history, the University of Missouri–St. Louis men's golf team concluded last...
Missouri History Museum president to serve as Primm Lecture speaker
Robert R. Archibald, president of the Missouri History Museum in St. Louis, will discuss “History in the Present...
Oliver Herring to throw TASK party at Gallery 210
German-born artist Oliver Herring wants people to channel their creativity. To help them do so, he travels the country...
Historian to discuss creation of modern Ireland
From the civil war to the pastel-painted towns of today, tourism has played an essential part in the creation of...
MOMIX back by popular demand
The dancer-illusionists of MOMIX wowed St. Louis audiences when Dance St. Louis presented their “Botanica” in April at...
Eye on UMSL: On the move
Each week, University Marketing and Communications at the University of Missouri–St. Louis displays one new image in...
UMSL Events for Sept. 3-9
Midwest Madness Comedy Show Tickets on Sale Now
Date/Time: September 3-13, 2011
Location: Touhill PAC
Audience: Open
Description: Get over that mid-week hump at the Midwest Madness Comedy Show, September 14! St. Louis’ own B-Phlat, Detroit’s Tony Roberts and Chicago’s Damon Williams will have you laughing for days. Advance tickets are $7 for students and $10 for faculty and staff. Both groups must present their UMSL ID and may purchase a maximum of two tickets at the discount. This event is open to the public; advance tickets are $15. All ticket prices will change the day of the event. The show is a reserved-seating event.
For Info: Ashlee Roberts at 314-516-5291
Women’s soccer preview: UMSL Tritons look to build off last year
The University of Missouri–St. Louis women’s soccer team will look to continue making steady improvement under...
The Big Question: ‘Are You in the Matrix?’
Can you trust your senses? How do you know that some evil alien hasn't stuck a wire into your brain and placed you...
U.S. Bank gives to College of Business Administration
U.S. Bank has pledged $300,000 toward the construction of the new College of Business Administration building at the...
Professor emeritus releases murder mystery novel
After spending more than 30 years working at a university, it’s not surprising that one might use the setting as the...
Men’s soccer preview: Expectations high on offense
With eight starters returning, including key players at every position, the University of Missouri–St. Louis men’s...