McDonald started her college career majoring in nursing at MU before transferring to UMSL. She graduated cum laude and is on track to earn her master’s degree in economics next spring.
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New graduate Kristen McDonald lands on right career path with degrees in data science and analysis, economics
McDonald started her college career majoring in nursing at MU before transferring to UMSL. She graduated cum laude and is on track to earn her master’s degree in economics next spring.
New graduate Kristen McDonald lands on right career path with degrees in data science and analysis, economics
McDonald started her college career majoring in nursing at MU before transferring to UMSL. She graduated cum laude and is on track to earn her master’s degree in economics next spring.
Eye on UMSL: Primed to lead
The PRIMED Institute in Character Education’s annual five-day event held on UMSL’s campus is designed for school leaders committed to fostering character development in students.
Students showcase their research during Undergraduate Research Day at the Missouri Capitol
UMSL students Brittany Bounds, John Granicke, Jesse Laseter, Zachary Pfeiffer, Cory Perkins, Julia Talbert and Addison Vogt took part in the annual event in Jefferson City, Missouri.
Students showcase their research during Undergraduate Research Day at the Missouri Capitol
UMSL students Brittany Bounds, John Granicke, Jesse Laseter, Zachary Pfeiffer, Cory Perkins, Julia Talbert and Addison Vogt took part in the annual event in Jefferson City, Missouri.
Students showcase their research during Undergraduate Research Day at the Missouri Capitol
UMSL students Brittany Bounds, John Granicke, Jesse Laseter, Zachary Pfeiffer, Cory Perkins, Julia Talbert and Addison Vogt took part in the annual event in Jefferson City, Missouri.
Economics alum Jordan Franks launches Taste of Jack’s salsa
Franks has been selling his salsa at farmers’ markets and several retail locations across the St. Louis area.
Economics alum Jordan Franks launches Taste of Jack’s salsa
Franks has been selling his salsa at farmers’ markets and several retail locations across the St. Louis area.
Economics alum Jordan Franks launches Taste of Jack’s salsa
Franks has been selling his salsa at farmers’ markets and several retail locations across the St. Louis area.
UMSL economics graduate Barb Flowers talks ‘Barbie’ and the evolution of women in the workforce on NPR’s The Indicator from Planet Money
Flowers developed a lesson plan that examines historical trends in women’s chosen careers through the lens of Barbie.
UMSL economics graduate Barb Flowers talks ‘Barbie’ and the evolution of women in the workforce on NPR’s The Indicator from Planet Money
Flowers developed a lesson plan that examines historical trends in women’s chosen careers through the lens of Barbie.
UMSL economics graduate Barb Flowers talks ‘Barbie’ and the evolution of women in the workforce on NPR’s The Indicator from Planet Money
Flowers developed a lesson plan that examines historical trends in women’s chosen careers through the lens of Barbie.
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Ask an expert: Max Gillman discusses the causes of and fallout from high inflation
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Six faculty members granted sabbaticals for research and other creative works
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New graduate Imogen Bennett grows through experiences on soccer field and in school at UMSL
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Professor Max Gillman invited to speak at Turkish summit on ‘Economic Transformation and New Paradigms’
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UMSL celebrating 2020 and 2021 graduates with six in-person commencement ceremonies this weekend
The university is expected to confer nearly 1,000 new degrees as it holds its first in-person commencement ceremonies since 2019.
Eye on UMSL: Final review
A group of students holds a last-minute study session for their Forecasting exam Monday afternoon in the Sharon G. Levin Economics Resource Center.
UMSL celebrating first-generation students
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UMSL faculty and staff members honored with Chancellor’s Awards
Chancellor Kristin Sobolik presented awards to seven faculty members and three staff members during Tuesday’s Faculty and Staff Recognition Ceremony.
UMSL launches new bachelor’s degree program in data science and analysis
Students can begin enrolling in the interdisciplinary program with emphasis areas in biology, computer science, economics, mathematics, social science and supply chain analytics.
Mentors, friends shape economics graduate Alyssa Leibold’s experience at UMSL
Leibold completed the BS/MA Dual Degree program and served as a research assistant for Provost Marie Mora on an NSF-funded grant project.
An unprecedented year: Looking back at 2020 through notable stories in UMSL Daily
The COVID-19 pandemic revealed the resilience of UMSL students, faculty, staff and alumni to find success and make a positive impact despite challenges.
Anne Winkler talks to WalletHub about unemployment crisis caused by COVID-19
Winkler, chair of UMSL’s Department of Economics, was part of a panel of experts polled by the personal finance website on rising job losses across the U.S.
Terran Hill bound for prestigious law school after earning degree in economics
Hill, who holds acceptances from Cornell University and the University of California, Berkeley, will begin classes in August and aspires to become a judge.
UMSL celebrating the accomplishments of nearly 1,400 spring graduates
Chancellor Kristin Sobolik, UM System President Mun Choi and UMSL’s deans were among those offering their congratulations in video messages to the graduates.
Provost Marie Mora announces 34 faculty promotions for the 2020-21 academic year
Eleven received tenure and promotions to associate professor, nine earned the rank of full professor and 14 non-tenure track faculty members also received promotions.
Marie Mora appointed UMSL’s new provost and executive vice chancellor for academic affairs
Mora has proven to be a strong support for faculty members while working tirelessly to ensure UMSL is meeting the needs of its students since her arrival last year.
UMSL faculty, students featured on St. Louis Fed’s ‘Women in Economics’ podcast
Faculty members Marie Mora and Lea-Rachel Kosnik joined the show, hosted by UMSL alumna Mary Suiter, assistant vice president of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis.
Center for Teaching and Learning leads pivot to remote learning
CTL Director Keeta Holmes and her team started developing resources to help faculty and students transition to remote teaching and learning in February.
Former Green Card Lottery winner Ehsan Davarzany earns master’s degree in economics
The native of Iran overcame a language barrier and financial challenges to achieve the goal he set when he immigrated to the United States six years ago.
Alumni James Lally, Tom Minogue and Dennis Jenkins receive Business Journal C-Suite Awards
They joined 11 other honorees at a banquet last Thursday at the Hilton at the Ballpark.
UMSL students set to learn about energy sector and entrepreneurship as interns with third Ameren Accelerator
Ameren, in partnership with UMSL Accelerate, the University of Missouri System and Capital Innovators, revealed the six companies that make up the new cohort last week.
Alumnus Nate Oatis aims to help kids overcome trauma by teaching mindfulness, meditation
Oatis, who earned his degree in anthropology and economics in May, recently completed his first full year of the nonprofit Excelsior Program.
Anne Winkler delivers plenary talk at Conference on Teaching and Research in Economic Education
The chair of the Department of Economics shared ideas for getting more students excited about economics at the ninth annual event, held in downtown St. Louis.
Provost Kristin Sobolik announces 25 faculty promotions taking effect before the next academic year
Ten faculty members received tenure and promotions to associate professor, eight more earned the rank of full professor, and seven non-tenure track faculty members were also promoted.
Economics alumna leads St. Louis Fed’s award-winning education initiatives
Mary Suiter, economic education officer at the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, cultivated an affinity at UMSL for what would become her life’s work.
Economist David Rose’s latest book explains why culture is the key to keeping free market democracies thriving
“Why Culture Matters Most” is Rose’s second book published by Oxford University Press.
Former Tritons golfer Stefaniya Ivanova stepping into her future, starting with job at TD Ameritrade
The December graduate from Russia was a four-time All-GLVC honoree and three-time WGCA All-American Scholar and earned degrees in mathematics and economics.
Proud to Be First Scholars Program aims to enhance opportunities for first-generation UMSL students
Economics Professor Emeritus Susan Feigenbaum and her husband, Dr. Jay S. Pepose, are funding the demonstration project, which will match students with dedicated faculty mentors.
New actuarial science degree program already attracting students to UMSL
The program helped seal Grace Goedde’s decision to join the Tritons volleyball team after transferring from East Central College.
UMSL honors six distinguished alumni at Founders Dinner
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Hillel International chapter begins serving students at UMSL
Recently retired Professor Susan Feigenbaum led efforts to secure UMSL’s chapter. Mindy Woolf is serving as the executive director with Lea-Rachel Kosnik its faculty adviser.
Einstein Bros. team wins Sodexo’s national Universities Customer Experience award
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Professor Susan Feigenbaum featured on St. Louis Fed’s ‘Women in Economics’ podcast
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Ask an Expert: Anne Winkler discusses the gender wage gap and barriers women still face in the labor market
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Economics Resource Center renamed in honor of late Professor Sharon G. Levin
Family members, friends and former colleagues gathered last week to remember Levin and the mark she made on economics at UMSL and beyond.
St. Louis Business Journal spotlights Thompson Coburn Chairman and UMSL alumnus Tom Minogue
Minogue discussed his long tenure as chairman of the firm, its future and the impact it’s already had on the landscape of downtown St. Louis.
Faculty, staff members recognized for exceptional teaching, research and service to UMSL
Chancellor Tom George presented the 2017 Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence during the State of the University Address.
Economics student gets up-close view of Washington interning in Sen. Claire McCaskill’s office
Graduate student Jordan Lucas gained a better understanding of government and an affinity for Washington’s vibrance through his experience over the summer.
St. Louis Business Journal honors 3 UMSL alumni among this year’s Diverse Business Leaders Award recipients
Eric Madkins, Marcela Manjarrez Hawn and Jason Jan were among 23 individuals, businesses and organizations recognized last week at a luncheon in downtown St. Louis.
Emma Nix’s two master’s degrees lead to policy analyst position in Philadelphia
The May graduate has started working for PJM Interconnection, a company that coordinates the movement of wholesale electricity in 13 states and in Washington.
Economics graduate Matt Segrist to apply lessons learned at UMSL in new job at Post Holdings
Segrist is set to assume his post after receiving his bachelor of science and master of arts degrees in economics during this weekend’s commencement ceremonies.
Economics Resource Center has become unofficial ‘hub of the econ department’
The bustling room on the top floor of the Social Sciences and Business Building is an important space for student interaction and collaboration.
Economics Professor Sel Dibooglu to deliver keynote address at international conference in Turkey
Dibooglu will present research he’s done with colleagues in Turkey and Kazakhstan on forecasting bank defaults at the UMSL-sponsored event.
Experiences while at UMSL helped prepare alumna Andrea Ellis to juggle work, law school
The 2015 economics graduate has continued her role in the Missouri Army National Guard amid a loaded schedule.
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UMSL economist talks jobs, trade deals on KMOX
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