Eaker, who graduated magna cum laude with her BSBA, served as president of the Finance Club and was an integral part of the Dean’s Student Advisory Board.
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Addison Eaker starting new job at Wells Fargo while pursuing Accelerated Master’s degree in fintech
Eaker, who graduated magna cum laude with her BSBA, served as president of the Finance Club and was an integral part of the Dean’s Student Advisory Board.
Addison Eaker starting new job at Wells Fargo while pursuing Accelerated Master’s degree in fintech
Eaker, who graduated magna cum laude with her BSBA, served as president of the Finance Club and was an integral part of the Dean’s Student Advisory Board.
Chemistry Professor Michael Nichols discusses Alzheimer’s disease research in latest episode of Inside UMSL podcast
Nichols is investigating proteins linked to inflammation in the brain that occurs as part of the neurodegenerative disease.
David Roither’s career has carried him to a seat on Missouri’s 22nd Judicial Circuit
Roither was a three-time All-American swimmer at UMSL and earned degrees in political science and philosophy before embarking on his legal career.
David Roither’s career has carried him to a seat on Missouri’s 22nd Judicial Circuit
Roither was a three-time All-American swimmer at UMSL and earned degrees in political science and philosophy before embarking on his legal career.
David Roither’s career has carried him to a seat on Missouri’s 22nd Judicial Circuit
Roither was a three-time All-American swimmer at UMSL and earned degrees in political science and philosophy before embarking on his legal career.
Opportunity Scholar Zahria Patrick headed to prestigious doctoral program after earning degree in chemistry
Patrick is the first member of her family to earn a college degree and will begin working toward her PhD next fall at Georgia Tech.
Opportunity Scholar Zahria Patrick headed to prestigious doctoral program after earning degree in chemistry
Patrick is the first member of her family to earn a college degree and will begin working toward her PhD next fall at Georgia Tech.
Opportunity Scholar Zahria Patrick headed to prestigious doctoral program after earning degree in chemistry
Patrick is the first member of her family to earn a college degree and will begin working toward her PhD next fall at Georgia Tech.
BSN grad Sarah Barksdale starting position at St. Louis Children’s Hospital Heart Center
Barksdale will be working as a registered nurse, caring for children born with congenital heart defects.
BSN grad Sarah Barksdale starting position at St. Louis Children’s Hospital Heart Center
Barksdale will be working as a registered nurse, caring for children born with congenital heart defects.
BSN grad Sarah Barksdale starting position at St. Louis Children’s Hospital Heart Center
Barksdale will be working as a registered nurse, caring for children born with congenital heart defects.
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A scientist with a brawny résumé and new feminist perspective
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Nursing student Trenton Conway enters DNP program with a desire to help others
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Lysa Young-Bates accomplishes decades-long dream of earning marketing degree
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UMSL recognized for dynamic transfer programs by Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
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Psychology graduate Katrina Lynn continuing her education and research in Japan
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UMSL history major looks to continue research into late antiquity in grad school
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Fred Fausz bids farewell to his ‘weird office’ full of artifacts, loaning many to National Park Service
The history professor is retiring this month after 26 years of service at UMSL.
REU internship at Danforth Center has UMSL student researching oilseed lipids for biofuels
Lauren Jenkins was one of 20 students out of 237 applicants to land a summer REU internship at the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center.
Flush with honors and job offers, Kristy Gammill credits UMSL’s holistic approach to Japanese education
The new graduate had two great career opportunities come her way this spring and was also recently inducted into the Japanese National Honor Society.
2017 homecoming king and queen talk tacos, Triton traditions, red or gold
Sara Hilpert and Nick Domescik are 2017 homecoming queen and king. Both have a flair for being leaders on campus and a taste for Mexican food.
Difference makers: 16 UMSL student stories for 2016
Here’s a look back at some of the students who have chosen to get involved, lend a hand and overcome great obstacles over the past year.
21-year-old music grad leaves college with no regrets and lots of lessons
Illinois resident Marta Kersulis credits UMSL faculty members with helping her grow as a pianist – and as a person.
Engineering creative spirit: Emma Seidel builds eclectic foundation, lands job
Nidec Motor Corporation will welcome her on board after she graduates this December.
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Through a happy accident, the senior psychology major ended up at UMSL four years ago, and she’s been making her mark across campus ever since.
Godly Miracle Coupons and ad-libbed odysseys: Brain Stew enters its 26th year of publication
Meagan Burwell, Zachary Lee and Nicole Gevers continue the student publication’s traditions of satire and irreverent humor.
Honors graduates now classmates again while pursuing MFAs in fiction, poetry
Marie Carol Kenney and Jessie Eikmann are each on track for back-to-back UMSL degrees after finishing their undergraduate studies earlier this year.
There’s just one choice: Founders Dinner video highlights campus community and programs
A video highlighting UMSL’s nine colleges and schools, beautifully diverse campus and vibrant sense of community debuted at the university’s 2016 Founders Dinner.
Advanced Credit Program helps incoming freshmen lay a solid foundation, find common ground
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Ferguson seniors share decades of wisdom with UMSL researchers
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Honors graduate heads to law school on full-tuition scholarship
Born in Bangladesh, Nousheen “Bri” Ehsan has developed a particular passion for immigration law, which she hopes to one day practice in St. Louis.
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From student discounts to unexpected pianos to rigorous classes, Lingru Kong shares what she’s enjoyed most during her time on campus.
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Brains. Shoes. Choices. Cameron Roark excels at UMSL
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Student leader named 2016 Newman Civic Fellow
Campus Compact has recognized Dan Mueller’s years of community service and honored him with the 2016 Newman Civic Fellows Award.
Eye on UMSL: Grace notes
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Local TV’s go-to science guy got his start at UMSL
Alumnus Josh Linn demystifies the science behind experiments he conducts on live TV as part of his Saint Louis Science Center job.
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Athletics Q&A with senior forward Kelly Kunkel
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Garrad named to CoSIDA Academic All-District Team for second straight year
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Athletics Q&A with freshman forward McKayla Harder
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Eye on UMSL: Dedication
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Scholarship support, STARS program set pre-med student on career path
UMSL scholarship recipient Ashley Taylor’s interest in topics that “we don’t know much about” began in high school, when she participated in the 2013 STARS program on campus.
Faculty excellence in teaching, research, service in spotlight
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UMSL student government president appointed to college affordability group
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Sharon Lynn Pruitt ready to take media to the next level
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McLarty was a three-time selection to the All-GLVC team while Mueggenburg earns the accolades for the second-straight year.
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