Shirley Porterfield, Uma Segal and Patricia Rosenthal contributed significantly to the school’s growth from a program in the College of Arts and Sciences to a freestanding academic unit.
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Longtime faculty members retire after decades of service to the School of Social Work
Shirley Porterfield, Uma Segal and Patricia Rosenthal contributed significantly to the school’s growth from a program in the College of Arts and Sciences to a freestanding academic unit.
Longtime faculty members retire after decades of service to the School of Social Work
Shirley Porterfield, Uma Segal and Patricia Rosenthal contributed significantly to the school’s growth from a program in the College of Arts and Sciences to a freestanding academic unit.
Associate Professor Emerita Chikako Usui honored by Japanese government for outstanding contribution to Japan-U.S. relations
A former president of the Japan America Society of St. Louis, Usui has spent her career building Japanese cultural awareness in St. Louis.
60 for 60: Bob Braun, Marty Hendin, Susan Sander Honich, Annette House, LaVell Monger and Rick Stream honored as exceptional alumni
To celebrate its anniversary, UMSL is spotlighting 60 alumni who apply one or more of the university’s core values in the world and help to make it a better place.
60 for 60: Bob Braun, Marty Hendin, Susan Sander Honich, Annette House, LaVell Monger and Rick Stream honored as exceptional alumni
To celebrate its anniversary, UMSL is spotlighting 60 alumni who apply one or more of the university’s core values in the world and help to make it a better place.
60 for 60: Bob Braun, Marty Hendin, Susan Sander Honich, Annette House, LaVell Monger and Rick Stream honored as exceptional alumni
To celebrate its anniversary, UMSL is spotlighting 60 alumni who apply one or more of the university’s core values in the world and help to make it a better place.
Involvement Jamboree helps students discover ways to be active on campus
Representatives from 47 campus organizations filled tables around the rotunda of the MSC and shared information about their groups and activities.
Involvement Jamboree helps students discover ways to be active on campus
Representatives from 47 campus organizations filled tables around the rotunda of the MSC and shared information about their groups and activities.
Involvement Jamboree helps students discover ways to be active on campus
Representatives from 47 campus organizations filled tables around the rotunda of the MSC and shared information about their groups and activities.
Susan Brownell, R. Rocco Cottone named Curators’ Distinguished Professors
The Board of Curators of the University of Missouri recognized the professors, elevating them to the most prestigious ranks in the UM System.
Susan Brownell, R. Rocco Cottone named Curators’ Distinguished Professors
The Board of Curators of the University of Missouri recognized the professors, elevating them to the most prestigious ranks in the UM System.
Susan Brownell, R. Rocco Cottone named Curators’ Distinguished Professors
The Board of Curators of the University of Missouri recognized the professors, elevating them to the most prestigious ranks in the UM System.
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Professor Susan Brownell’s expertise in demand with Olympics underway in Beijing
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Professor Susan Brownell lends expertise to news outlets covering diplomatic situation ahead of Olympics in Beijing
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Anthropology Professor Susan Brownell shares insight on China’s Olympic success with Radio New Zealand, Financial Times
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Ebonie Williams brings ‘infectious energy’ to the Triton Telefund
Williams has connected with alumni across the country and raised more than $15,000 for UMSL students in need.
UMSL Anthropologist Susan Brownell talks Olympic postponement
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Teaching with empathy: Jennifer Nolan wins Excellence in Teaching Award
Jennifer Nolan shares her passion for the past and its artifacts with UMSL students while maintaining a focus on teaching with empathy.
MFA alumnus Jason Vasser-Elong explores his family’s origins and own experiences in debut book, ‘shrimp’
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A foundation to build on: UMSL education, love story lead the Weavers to success
Alice sold Brian his textbooks in the campus bookstore in 1990. Their degrees prepared them for fruitful careers and inspired their children to become Tritons too.
UMSL taps Wright State University dean as its next provost
Kristin Sobolik’s wide-ranging experience and success as an administrator stood out during the national search process.
Ciphers and cryptograms: Students explore ancient writing systems at UMSL
Anthropology Professor Laura Miller guides her students through a complex series of hieroglyphics, graphs and syllabaries to uncover the common roots of language.
LaVell Monger and the Associated Black Collegians take action
The Associated Black Collegians have more than doubled their membership numbers in the last year and have encouraged conversation around heritage, race and culture at UMSL.
Critical conversations, cultural celebrations punctuate Black History Month on campus
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Panel to address discrimination, avenues to equality
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UMSL student, alumnae named ‘30 Under 30’
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Anthropology alumnus tracks Cahokian pottery
Tony Farace, who completed his bachelor’s degree in anthropology at UMSL this spring, stands atop Monks Mound.
Ötzi the Iceman expert discusses scientific study of human mummies
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Civic organization recognizes student for mentoring work
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Instructor dishes on yams mix-up, tomatoes’ poisonous past
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UMSL students sift through Missouri history
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UMSL China scholar discusses wage disparity with Bloomberg Businessweek
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Faculty members honored with annual Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence
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Student on a roll with research on marbles
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4 years on, Beijing Olympic venues rarely used
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Students to share research with legislators
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