UMSL dedicates Triton Pantry as it continues to serve students facing food insecurity

May 24, 2019

A recent report said nearly half of all college students have some degree of food insecurity with more than one in five falling into the most severe category.

Eye on UMSL: Lavender Graduation

May 13, 2019

UMSL hosted its second annual formal Lavender Graduation ceremony, which honors lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer students, at the Millennium Student Center.

Litmag gives UMSL community a chance to shine in its pages, behind the scenes

May 13, 2019

The 31st annual edition of the student-run literary and art journal features 48 works from 31 different creators.

Graduate Research Fair gives students an opportunity to show off their work

Apr 22, 2019

Catherine Alex, Tessa Vuper, Helena Spikes, Melinda Kittleman, Mohi Saki and Kruti Surti won awards for their work in natural or social and behavioral sciences.

William Kristol, Sarah Kendzior headline 7th annual Public Values Symposium

Apr 1, 2019

UMSL joined FOCUS St. Louis in hosting the event with a theme of “Being a Change Agent in a Divided Nation.”

Eye on UMSL: Technically speaking

Mar 25, 2019

Tom Roedel, Gretchen Haskell and David Gellman gathered for an episode of their weekly Thursday morning show “Tech Sludge” on The U, UMSL’s community radio station.

University of Missouri–St. Louis Chancellor Tom George announces retirement  

Mar 21, 2019

Barbara Harbach, George’s wife and the director of the School of Fine and Performing Arts, is also retiring. They have spent 16 years in leadership at the university.

Eye on UMSL: An inspirational view

Mar 18, 2019

Tributes to inspirational women dotted the windows on the Millennium Student Center Bridge in celebration of Women’s History Month, which runs through the end of March.

Marcia Chatelain spotlights young women’s experiences in the Great Migration during Black History Month keynote

Feb 22, 2019

The associate professor of history and African American studies at Georgetown University presented on Wednesday night at the Millennium Student Center.

Columbia University lecturer William Duggan outlines steps that lead to innovation

Feb 20, 2019

Nidec Motor Corporation sponsored Friday’s event in conjunction with UMSL’s Doctor of Business Administration program.

Conference examines impact of opioid crisis on workforce and role employers might play in solving it

Jan 14, 2019

“Opioids and the Workplace” featured more than two dozen speakers and brought an audience of more than 140 people to the Millennium Student Center.

Freshman legislators visit UMSL on statewide tour

Dec 13, 2018

The 64 newly elected members of the Missouri House of Representatives and Missouri State Senate toured the UMSL Patient Care Center, science complex and Anheuser-Busch Hall.

Advocate for St. Louis Area Foodbank brings resources back to her alma mater

Nov 23, 2018

A conversation with a student worker at the Triton Telefund call center helped Lenora Gooden and UMSL join forces to combat food insecurity on campus and in the surrounding community.

New actuarial science degree program already attracting students to UMSL

Nov 5, 2018

The program helped seal Grace Goedde’s decision to join the Tritons volleyball team after transferring from East Central College.

Social work alumna’s dream becomes reality at first-ever Triton Mobile Pantry

Sep 21, 2018

Ashley Johnson, UMSL Student Social Services case manager and a 2017 graduate, was instrumental in the event benefiting students, faculty, staff and members of the surrounding community.

Scenes from a spirited first week of the 2018 fall semester

Aug 27, 2018

UMSL photographer August Jennewein and his camera were all over campus last week, capturing scenes of students as the academic year got underway.

Einstein Bros. team wins Sodexo’s national Universities Customer Experience award

Jul 30, 2018

The recognition is the latest sign of appreciation (from left) Erica Marshall, Elonda Robinson and Rochelle Little have received since colleague Veronica Williams’ sudden death in April.

MIMH Professor David Tate honored for his research on traumatic brain injuries

Jul 16, 2018

The associate research professor at the Missouri Institute of Mental Health was named the Senior Faculty Investigator of the Year.

UMSL to host third annual Quick Admit Day on July 17

Jul 9, 2018

Undergraduate transfer students will once again have the opportunity to gain admission, meet with an advisor and register for classes, all in a matter of hours.

Jianli Pan receives recognition, funding for work on edge cloud computing, cybersecurity

Jul 9, 2018

The assistant professor of computer science was named the Junior Faculty Investigator of the Year at the Research & Innovation Reception in May.

Eye on UMSL: Family outing

Jun 11, 2018

A family of ducks swam into the reflection of the Millennium Student Center on a recent summer afternoon on North Campus.

Improvements visible across UMSL campus, with more to come

May 21, 2018

The new bus shelter at Alumni Circle on North Campus is just one of the many noticeable changes in the past year.

Changing course: Justin Weatherford-Pratt earns chemistry degree, plans to pursue PhD

May 21, 2018

Research opportunities played a big part in Weatherford-Pratt’s choice to transfer to UMSL after deciding to change majors.

Eye on UMSL: Cultures in step

Apr 30, 2018

University of Missouri–St. Louis staff members joined in the dancing last Thursday during the sixth annual Spring Multicultural Festival.

Joseph Amrine, Reggie Griffin share stories about years spent on death row for crimes they didn’t commit

Mar 19, 2018

Organizers from the School of Social Work, Departments of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Philosophy and Political Science and Gender Studies Program sponsored the event.

Panel examines patriotism through the experiences of African Americans

Feb 23, 2018

“I, Too, Sing America” was one of multiple events put on by the University Program Board during UMSL’s celebration of Black History Month.

Anthropology graduate Shawn Edghill studies the past as he reshapes his own future

Dec 18, 2017

Edghill had a degree in urban planning and design when he decided to return to school to pursue a second bachelor’s in anthropology.

Army dragster pays UMSL a visit leading up to weekend race

Sep 27, 2017

“The Sarge” made a stop at UMSL just prior to the 2017 AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals taking place in the St. Louis region.

First day of college, first solar eclipse for many UMSL students

Aug 21, 2017

The first day of the fall semester is always a big deal at the University of Missouri­–St. Louis, but the 2017 version was in a class all its own.

Communication alumnus Pasha Zalutski gaining attention as Russia’s first openly gay comedian

Jul 19, 2017

The 2003 graduate appeared on the Russian television show “Otkryti Mikrofon” and has performed in cities such as Kiev, Prague and St. Petersburg.

Eye on UMSL: Rainbow sunset

Jul 13, 2017

Campus is a kaleidoscope of color as sprinklers water the lawn at sunset in front of the Millennium Student Center and the Recreation and Wellness Center.

UMSL working to build partnership with Osmania University in India

May 27, 2017

The budding relationship adds to UMSL’s ongoing efforts to expand its reach around the globe so it can attract more international students.

UMSL political scientists share insights on President Donald Trump’s first 100 days

Apr 26, 2017

Professor David Kimball moderated a panel discussion with colleagues Barbara Graham, Dave Robertson, Marty Rochester and Adriano Udani about the start of the new administration.

Conference put on by Center for Ethics in Public Life examines campaign finance reform

Apr 3, 2017

The March 24 event titled “Ethics, Money & Politics” brought together academics, legislators and political operatives and explored all sides of the debate.

‘It Figures’ exhibition showcases student artwork on being human

Apr 2, 2017

On display in the Millennium Student Center’s Gallery Visio through April 8, the juried show was curated by the student-driven group Artists Anonymous.

Go-to person at UMSL’s student center recognized with 2017 Young Leader Award

Feb 12, 2017

The regional kudos came as a surprise to UMSL alumnus and employee Dorian Hall – but not to those who know and work with him.

AT&T CEO shares wisdom with UMSL business students

Feb 9, 2017

Randall Stephenson stressed the need to constantly retool and relearn during the CEO Speaker Series event at the Millennium Student Center.

Eye on UMSL: International impact

Feb 1, 2017

Campus community members listen as staff answer questions during a forum held in the wake of an executive order directly affecting 27 UMSL students.

UMSL Marketing and Communications launches ‘Choose Your Word’ campaign

Jan 29, 2017

The new effort aims to get to the heart of the university experience – by defining the people who make it great.

New ‘Whole U’ brings naps, wellness and collaborative possibility to heart of campus

Jan 22, 2017

Secily Adams, assistant director of fitness and wellness, discusses the newly imagined space inside UMSL’s buzzing Millennium Student Center.

Student center manager, history prize winner, translator: Meet graduating senior James Bragado

Dec 13, 2016

Finishing up degrees in both history and French at UMSL this fall, he’s become a familiar face in the Millennium Student Center as senior student facilities manager.

Black Lives Matter panel tackles tough questions, creates space for positive discourse

Dec 12, 2016

Social justice experts, students, faculty and staff recently gathered together at UMSL to promote unity and healing and push for change.

Graduate students compete for cash and bragging rights in thesis presentation contest

Nov 8, 2016

Sydney Harris, Stephan Germann and Mike Deckard took first, second and third place, respectively, in last week’s Three Minute Thesis contest.

Criminology major Jeph Jones finds purpose in raising awareness of veteran suicide

Oct 30, 2016

The student veteran served two tours in Iraq and struggled to adapt after returning home, so he’s using his experience to help others.

‘ABC & Politics’ event generates dialogue on local issues, importance of engaging in political process

Oct 27, 2016

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

Sep 27, 2016

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.

Orlando memorial commemorates, welcomes UMSL community

Aug 11, 2016

UMSL faculty and staff have collaborated on a project to memorialize victims of the Orlando shooting while showing support for the LGBTQ community on campus.

Eye on UMSL: Calm

Aug 11, 2016

The Millennium Student Center on North Campus will soon be seeing lots of foot traffic — thousands of people visit the facility on a typical day.

UMSL creates Quick Admit Day for transfers

Jun 27, 2016

The event is set for July 6 in the Millennium Student Center and aims to streamline the normal admission process for late deciders.

Eye on UMSL: Bluegrass

Jun 2, 2016

Musical artists Heidi Clare and Ron Thomason return to campus June 14 for a free evening of bluegrass at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.