UMSL Chancellor Kristin Sobolik named to CUMU executive committee

Jan 18, 2022

CUMU focuses on strengthening institutions as they develop new responses to the pressing educational, economic and social issues impacting their communities.

Chancellor Kristin Sobolik taps experienced strategist, communicator Adella Jones to serve as chief of staff

Jan 11, 2022

Jones has spent the past nine years at the Centene Corporation and previously worked in community and government affairs at the Bi-State Development Agency.

From the Navy to UMSL: Benjamin Ebert’s eclectic journey through higher education

Jan 10, 2022

The Navy veteran and single dad is pursuing bachelor’s and master’s degrees in criminology and criminal justice and a bachelor’s in anthropology.

UMSL celebrating 2020 and 2021 graduates with six in-person commencement ceremonies this weekend

Dec 13, 2021

The university is expected to confer nearly 1,000 new degrees as it holds its first in-person commencement ceremonies since 2019.

Boys Scouts of America’s local council honors UMSL for support of STEM programming

Dec 9, 2021

UMSL was recognized for its long partnership with the Greater St. Louis Area Council’s STEM University program, among other initiatives.

St. Louis County Council honors UMSL men’s basketball team for accomplishments in season cut short by COVID-19

Nov 11, 2021

The council adopted a resolution commending the Tritons for winning the GLVC title and securing an NCAA berth before the tournament’s cancellation in 2019-20.

Staff members highlighting UMSL programs and initiatives in CUMU Learning & Sharing Virtual Series

Nov 8, 2021

D’Andre Braddix, Robin Kimberlin, Tanisha Stevens, Will Werner, Karl Guenther, Prima Wagan and Natissia Small are all among the scheduled presenters.

UMSL playing leading role in St. Louis Anchor Action Network with goal of building inclusive prosperity

Oct 20, 2021

The network will leverage intentional hiring, career development and spending in parts of the St. Louis region that have faced disinvestment.

UMSL’s new Close the Gap Grant will assist low-income students in earning their degrees

Oct 14, 2021

The program will help eligible students graduate with significantly less debt.

George and Melissa Paz receive Lee Medal in recognition of their philanthropy

Oct 8, 2021

The Pazs were honored Thursday evening during the university’s 30th annual Founders Celebration, sponsored by Express Scripts.

NGA, UMSL partnering to develop STEM professionals and educators

Oct 6, 2021

NGA Director Vice Admiral Robert D. Sharp and UMSL Chancellor Kristin Sobolik signed an Educational Partnership Agreement on Wednesday.

UMSL expanding opportunity for area high school students through St. Louis Scholars Program

Sep 27, 2021

The program will provide 20 students $8,000 per year in stackable scholarship funds along with specialized advising and mentoring.

UMSL wins fifth Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine

Sep 20, 2021

The magazine recognized 101 U.S. colleges and universities that demonstrated an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion.

UMSL faculty and staff members honored with Chancellor’s Awards

Sep 18, 2021

Chancellor Kristin Sobolik presented awards to seven faculty members and three staff members during Tuesday’s Faculty and Staff Recognition Ceremony.

Chancellor Kristin Sobolik highlights UMSL’s continued commitment to student success in annual address

Sep 14, 2021

Sobolik announced the creation of the St. Louis Scholars Program and plans for a full-need tuition assistance program beginning in Spring 2022.

Tina Pamintuan chosen to serve as CEO of St. Louis Public Radio 

Aug 30, 2021

Pamintuan has more than 20 years of experience in public media and has spent the past three years as the general manager at KALW (91.7 FM) in San Francisco.

UMSL welcomes new faculty members for the fall semester

Aug 23, 2021

The new faculty members took part in a daylong orientation, led by staff in the Center for Teaching and Learning, before a reception at the chancellor’s residence.

Organizational leadership student has the determination to complete her degree with the help of Boeing program

Aug 6, 2021

Cindy Orf, a business operations specialist, hopes to inspire her own children by completing her degree and also get ahead in her career.

Shawne Manies, Jessica Rogen receive UMSL Hero Award

Aug 2, 2021

The award is presented to up to three staff or faculty members each month in recognition of their efforts to transform the lives of UMSL students and the wider community.

Why we’re excited to return to campus

Jul 26, 2021

After the 2020-21 school year, Tritons are ready to make a triumphant return to campus.

UMSL brings campus to prospective students with launch of new 360-degree virtual reality online campus tour

Jul 16, 2021

The online virtual tour enables anyone with a laptop, desktop or virtual reality headset to feel like they are on campus.

Justine Patterson, Loyola Harvey and Mike Toohey receive UMSL Hero Award

Jun 14, 2021

The award is presented to up to three staff or faculty members each month in recognition of their efforts to transform the lives of UMSL students and the wider community.

Natissia Small taking on expanded role as UMSL’s vice provost for access, academic support and workforce integration

Jun 14, 2021

Small is being charged with helping build even more pathways to education and job training for students who might not otherwise have been considering higher education.

UMSL to host St. Louis County COVID-19 vaccination clinic starting Friday through end of July

Jun 9, 2021

The clinic in the Millennium Student Center will provide vaccinations Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30 to 6 p.m. and on Fridays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

A bout with cancer and her daughter’s graduation inspire UMSL student Beauty Cooper to renew her own education goals

May 21, 2021

Transfer student Beauty Cooper appreciates support from UMSL as she returns to college to pursue her degree while studying psychology and philosophy.

Undergraduate Research Symposium moves to digital presentations for individual interaction and examination

May 6, 2021

More than 50 projects were presented by 70 students who were sponsored by about 30 faculty members during last Friday’s symposium.

Chancellor Kristin Sobolik unveils ‘Rise Up for St. Louis’ initiative aimed at increasing inclusive prosperity

Apr 30, 2021

Sobolik made the announcement during her livestreamed inaugural event, which included a performance from Golden Globe-winner Andra Day, singing “Rise Up.”

Newman Civic Fellow Bella DeArmitt aims to share her passion for volunteering

Apr 21, 2021

The public policy administration major was among 212 students chosen to be part of the 2021-22 cohort from 39 states, plus Washington, D.C., and Mexico.

Emily Baize, Ericka Webb and Anthony Harper receive UMSL Hero Award

Apr 9, 2021

The award is presented to up to three staff or faculty members each month in recognition of their efforts to transform the lives of UMSL students and the wider community.

Nora Hendren, Nicholas Kedzuch and Maya Scruggs-Hicks receive UMSL Hero Award

Feb 19, 2021

The award is presented to up to three staff or faculty members each month in recognition of their efforts to transform the lives of UMSL students and the wider community.

Sylvia Harris, Roger Kujath and Vinita Henry named first recipients of UMSL Hero Award

Jan 18, 2021

The award is presented to up to three staff or faculty members each month in recognition of their efforts to transform the lives of UMSL students and the wider community.

An unprecedented year: Looking back at 2020 through notable stories in UMSL Daily

Dec 23, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic revealed the resilience of UMSL students, faculty, staff and alumni to find success and make a positive impact despite challenges.

UMSL set to honor more than 2,700 students in virtual commencement ceremonies on Dec. 19

Dec 11, 2020

Ferguson Mayor Ella Jones will deliver the commencement keynote address at her alma mater as the university recognizes May, August and December graduates.

UMSL Accelerate accepts six founders into its first Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Accelerator cohort

Dec 10, 2020

The founders were chosen from more than 430 applicants and will each receive $50,000 in non-dilutive capital and nearly $200,000 in in-kind resources.

Qiang Dotzel honored with Emerson Excellence in Teaching Award

Nov 30, 2020

The teaching professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics was one of 100 area educators to receive the award. Ten of the 2020 awardees are UMSL graduates.

A leader for St. Louis: Chancellor Kristin Sobolik sees UMSL as integral to fostering inclusive prosperity in the region

Nov 24, 2020

Sobolik has been working closely with counterparts at some of the region’s leading institutions to develop a plan for more equitable economic development.

St. Louis Coro Fellows Program relaunching in 2021 at UMSL

Nov 11, 2020

St. Louis is one of five Coro sites nationally developing civic-minded graduates who work and lead across government, business and nonprofit sectors.

Suggs Scholarship supporting Aubrey Logan as he begins chasing long-range dreams

Oct 19, 2020

Logan was recognized with recipients at other institutions during The St. Louis American Foundation’s 33rd annual Salute to Excellence in Education Virtual Gala.

Eye on UMSL: Behind the scenes

Sep 14, 2020

Chancellor Kristin Sobolik delivered her annual State of the University Address into a camera with an in-person audience of fewer than 10 people last Thursday in the Lee Theater.

UMSL climbs in latest US News & World Report rankings, remains top performer on social mobility

Sep 14, 2020

UMSL continues to be ranked in the Tier 1 research university category and moved up 14 spots to rank No. 126 nationally among public research universities.

Chancellor Kristin Sobolik calls on UMSL to deepen its impact, expand its reach during State of the University Address

Sep 10, 2020

Sobolik delivered the annual address via livestream Thursday afternoon from the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.

U.S. Department of Education awards UMSL $1.3 million TRIO grant to support student success

Sep 10, 2020

The grant will support tutoring, mentoring, financial literacy and other services for 140 first generation students from under-resourced backgrounds.

Jerome Morris wins prestigious $1 million Lyle M. Spencer Research Award to Transform Education

Sep 8, 2020

The E. Desmond Lee Endowed Professor of Urban Education will use the award funding to investigate his theory of communally bonded schooling in three local school districts.

Chancellor Kristin Sobolik discusses the difficult decisions universities have faced reopening in Post-Dispatch op-ed

Aug 27, 2020

Sobolik outlined steps UMSL has taken to protect students, faculty and staff and also made an appeal for people to do their part and be respectful of others.

Fall semester opening with 33 new faculty members

Aug 21, 2020

Chancellor Kristin Sobolik welcomed the new faculty members during a virtual reception last Tuesday evening.

UMSL receives $1 million NSF ADVANCE grant to foster gender equity for women faculty in STEM and social sciences

Aug 20, 2020

The grant will help the university facilitate organizational changes to better recruit and retain women – particularly women of color – in faculty positions.

Times Higher Education ranks UMSL No. 52 in the world on its list of ‘Best Universities for Reducing Inequalities’

Aug 14, 2020

UMSL serves a diverse student body, including a significant number of first-generation college students and students from lower-income backgrounds.

George and Melissa Paz make largest single philanthropic gift in UMSL’s history

Jul 27, 2020

The former Express Scripts chairman and CEO and his wife have made a $4 million donation to support scholarships with the aim of increasing access to education.

UMSL sees more than 21 percent increase in fundraising during 2020 fiscal year

Jul 10, 2020

Successful initiatives like the UMSL Strong Scholarship and Triton Emergency Fund have helped the university support students during challenging economic times.

UMSL earns CASE award for exceptional fundraising efforts

Jun 26, 2020

UMSL won an Overall Improvement award in the category for Public Research/Doctoral Institutions with Endowments Under $215 Million.