West has served in leadership positions with student organizations, worked at the University Tutoring Center and participated in a panel discussion with local legislators.
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May sociology graduate Triniti West explores passions for community and public policy
West has served in leadership positions with student organizations, worked at the University Tutoring Center and participated in a panel discussion with local legislators.
May sociology graduate Triniti West explores passions for community and public policy
West has served in leadership positions with student organizations, worked at the University Tutoring Center and participated in a panel discussion with local legislators.
Eye on UMSL: ‘A Grand Night for Singing!’
Members of the Singing Actor’s Workshop Ensemble perform a song from Rodgers and Hammerstein on April 10 in the Lee Theater at the Touhill.
Mother-daughter bond inspires Makeba and Tanys Giles to tackle school together
Makeba is pursuing her bachelor’s degree in communication, while Tanys, her daughter, is working toward her master’s degree in social work.
Mother-daughter bond inspires Makeba and Tanys Giles to tackle school together
Makeba is pursuing her bachelor’s degree in communication, while Tanys, her daughter, is working toward her master’s degree in social work.
Mother-daughter bond inspires Makeba and Tanys Giles to tackle school together
Makeba is pursuing her bachelor’s degree in communication, while Tanys, her daughter, is working toward her master’s degree in social work.
Panelists dole out advice, discuss what defines ‘Black Love’ at event
Associated Black Collegians sponsored the event at the Millennium Student Center as part of UMSL’s programming for Black History Month.
Panelists dole out advice, discuss what defines ‘Black Love’ at event
Associated Black Collegians sponsored the event at the Millennium Student Center as part of UMSL’s programming for Black History Month.
Panelists dole out advice, discuss what defines ‘Black Love’ at event
Associated Black Collegians sponsored the event at the Millennium Student Center as part of UMSL’s programming for Black History Month.
Meet UMSL’s 2022 Distinguished Alumni and Outstanding Young Alumni awardees
Shawntelle Fisher, Steve Hamilton, Dick Jung, Dawn King, Marcela Manjarrez and Candace Hall have left their mark on their respective industries while continuing to support UMSL.
Meet UMSL’s 2022 Distinguished Alumni and Outstanding Young Alumni awardees
Shawntelle Fisher, Steve Hamilton, Dick Jung, Dawn King, Marcela Manjarrez and Candace Hall have left their mark on their respective industries while continuing to support UMSL.
Meet UMSL’s 2022 Distinguished Alumni and Outstanding Young Alumni awardees
Shawntelle Fisher, Steve Hamilton, Dick Jung, Dawn King, Marcela Manjarrez and Candace Hall have left their mark on their respective industries while continuing to support UMSL.
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UMSL once again receives high marks for student voting, and the work continues
The National Study of Learning, Voting and Engagement found that 71.2 percent of UMSL students voted in 2020, more than 5 points higher than the national average.
Students hungry for connection at UMSL Fall Involvement Expo
Student organizations set up tables in the Millennium Student Center third floor rotunda to recruit new members last Wednesday.
Groups showcase opportunities for involvement at Student Organization Expo
At the virtual event, representatives highlighted the missions and activities of 21 student organizations through short, prerecorded videos.
Jeffry Faulkner overcomes lack of resources to graduate with engineering job
Inspired by an interest in architecture and construction, Faulkner earned his BS in civil engineering and now works at Parsons.
Panelists discuss relationship challenges, dole out advice at ‘Black Love’ event
Associated Black Collegians sponsored the event at the Millennium Student Center as part of UMSL’s programming for Black History Month.
Imani Reid aims to strengthen community in her role as ABC president and as a future nurse
The Kansas City native previously served as Associated Black Collegians events coordinator as a sophomore and was the vice president of the Minority Student Nurses Association.
Taylor Milon writes her story in service, leadership, connections
Communication major and December-graduate Taylor Milon’s time at UMSL was marked by her passion for service and campus involvement.
Founding College of Nursing Dean Shirley Martin dines with student honorees carrying on her legacy
Shirley A. Martin Nursing Scholarship recipients Donyell Nelson and Tatis Shelton and Distinguished Nurse Award winner Breaunna Perry had a chance to meet Martin at a lunch last week.
Panel discussion showcases innovative research from African American faculty members at UMSL
Wilma Calvert, Jerome Morris and Sha-Lai Williams Woodson shared their work as part of “A Conversation on Reframing Health, Education and Family in the Black Community.”
Congressional Black Caucus Foundation intern discovers pull toward civic engagement at UMSL
Aleathea Williams spent her summer in the office of Rep. William Lacy Clay and is looking for opportunities to get back to Washington to work on policy.
UMSL student dedicated to building career in media – even if it means skipping Super Bowl
Media studies major Parris Smith worked as an independent reporter at red carpet events during Super Bowl weekend.
EP release, graduation up next for UMSL violinist and media studies major
Mario Miles-Turnage’s musical style draws on years of classical training and a knack for exploring what the violin can bring to many different genres.
UMSL alumna recently honored by Essence magazine discusses equity-centered design initiatives
Antionette Carroll, who holds both a BS and an MA from UMSL, founded Creative Reaction Lab in 2014.
Constant mentor Darryl Downing looks toward a future filled with leadership
The graduating senior has discovered new avenues for his passion and purpose since a life-altering event became the catalyst for great change.
UMSL receives designation as a ‘Voter Friendly Campus’
The university was one of 83 campuses in 23 states to receive the designation through an initiative by the Campus Vote Project and NASPA.
Urban Education Speaker Series welcomes former female leader of the Black Panther Party
Elaine Brown offered a sweeping analysis of current issues by way of a historical journey through black America.
Panel discusses ways to mold future for African Americans in St. Louis
The African American chapter of the UMSL Alumni Association and the Associated Black Collegians presented the event, titled “Black in St. Louis: Sculpting the future.”
UMSL celebrates 50 years of black student leadership
Brandi Fields, president of UMSL’s Associated Black Collegians, and ABC co-founder Bobby Norfolk were among a crowd of current and former student leaders who gathered together Feb. 18.
Nearly 200 UMSL students and employees spend last day of winter break serving others
A crowd of campus community members helped make Martin Luther King Jr. Day a “day on” rather than the typical day off by making a difference all across St. Louis.
Black Lives Matter panel tackles tough questions, creates space for positive discourse
Social justice experts, students, faculty and staff recently gathered together at UMSL to promote unity and healing and push for change.
‘ABC & Politics’ event generates dialogue on local issues, importance of engaging in political process
Local politicians took part in the panel discussion Tuesday evening in the Century Rooms of the Millennium Student Center.
Year’s first presidential debate attracts large audience at student center, as across the country
Students and a few faculty members packed Century Room A at the Millennium Student Center and watched as Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump shared the stage in New York.
Gratitude for campus leaders, student organizations in the spotlight at Student Leadership Awards
A total of 20 awards were given in recognition of individual UMSL students, faculty and staff members, and student organizations.
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.
Lots of help on hand for Move-In Day
Students who arrived at residence halls on the University of Missouri–St. Louis campus this week were met by an auspicious group: other UMSL students. Awaiting new and returning students at campus residences were residential advisors, sorority and fraternity members and other volunteers.
“During my time here, we’ve always welcomed volunteers for ‘Move-In Day,'” said Jackie McCauley, hall director for Oak Hall. “The groups call or e-mail Khalilah Doss, and she tells them where to turn up.” Doss is assistant director of residential life at UMSL.
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