Research before the pandemic found that 30% of students nationwide experience food insecurity at some point during their college career, and the challenges have increased since.
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Giving Tuesday gifts will help Triton Pantry support students dealing with food insecurity at UMSL
Research before the pandemic found that 30% of students nationwide experience food insecurity at some point during their college career, and the challenges have increased since.
Giving Tuesday gifts will help Triton Pantry support students dealing with food insecurity at UMSL
Research before the pandemic found that 30% of students nationwide experience food insecurity at some point during their college career, and the challenges have increased since.
Year in review: UMSL sees transformative change during 2024
Look back at some of UMSL Daily’s top stories from the past year.
UMSL awarded $1.8 million CCAMPIS grant to support student parents
The funding, which runs over four years, will provide child care subsidies and a variety of support services on campus.
UMSL awarded $1.8 million CCAMPIS grant to support student parents
The funding, which runs over four years, will provide child care subsidies and a variety of support services on campus.
UMSL awarded $1.8 million CCAMPIS grant to support student parents
The funding, which runs over four years, will provide child care subsidies and a variety of support services on campus.
Veterans Center celebrates 10 years serving military-connected students at UMSL
Members of the campus community gathered last Wednesday to mark the anniversary and paid special tribute to Jim Craig for his role in launching the center and helping it grow.
Veterans Center celebrates 10 years serving military-connected students at UMSL
Members of the campus community gathered last Wednesday to mark the anniversary and paid special tribute to Jim Craig for his role in launching the center and helping it grow.
Veterans Center celebrates 10 years serving military-connected students at UMSL
Members of the campus community gathered last Wednesday to mark the anniversary and paid special tribute to Jim Craig for his role in launching the center and helping it grow.
Veterans Center getting some upgrades with grant from Veterans United Foundation
The $17,200 donation will pay for physical improvements to the student lounge, including new furniture and a coffee bar, to enhance students’ experiences.
Veterans Center getting some upgrades with grant from Veterans United Foundation
The $17,200 donation will pay for physical improvements to the student lounge, including new furniture and a coffee bar, to enhance students’ experiences.
Veterans Center getting some upgrades with grant from Veterans United Foundation
The $17,200 donation will pay for physical improvements to the student lounge, including new furniture and a coffee bar, to enhance students’ experiences.
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Staff members highlighting UMSL programs and initiatives in CUMU Learning & Sharing Virtual Series
D’Andre Braddix, Robin Kimberlin, Tanisha Stevens, Will Werner, Karl Guenther, Prima Wagan and Natissia Small are all among the scheduled presenters.
Kameron Ripple honors grandfather’s memory at the Triton Pantry
Afternoons volunteering with his grandfather left a lasting impression on Ripple, who became the Triton Pantry’s first part-time employee.
Triton Pantry and Triton Emergency Fund providing help during the holidays
The holiday season, combined with the coronavirus pandemic, make now a key time to support UMSL students who are facing food insecurity.
Triton Emergency Fund supports students financially impacted by COVID-19
The fund serves as a resource that helps students overcome financial obstacles, such as job loss, that may prevent them from pursuing a degree.
University Marketing and Communications honored with multiple awards
The Council for Advancement and Support of Education recognized the department’s work with one gold, four silver and three bronze awards.
Eye on UMSL: No more hunger
MSW student Janeen Hall and BSN student Tabitha Peeples cart an oversized load of donations to the UMSL Triton Pantry on Giving Tuesday.
Triton Health Educators reduce risky behavior with positive approach
The group of peer educators is working to promote health and wellness on the UMSL campus through education and awareness outreach.
UMSL dedicates Triton Pantry as it continues to serve students facing food insecurity
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.
Powerful words from the 5 UMSL Trailblazers of 2019
The Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion named Nicole Gevers, Ashley Johnson, Luimil Negrón, Kathleen Nigro and Kim Song as recipients of the 24th annual award.
Alumna’s personal approach to Triton care gives rise to Student Social Services
What started as a pilot program within the Office of Student Affairs is now its own department led by social work and political science alumna Robin Kimberlin.
Advocate for St. Louis Area Foodbank brings resources back to her alma mater
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.
CCAMPIS grant will help expand child care access for UMSL student parents
More than $500,000 in funding over the next four years will help bolster efforts to support student parents and offer more services at the University Child Development Center.
Social work alumna’s dream becomes reality at first-ever Triton Mobile Pantry
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.
UMSL names 6 women 2018 Trailblazers this Women’s History Month
UMSL’s 2018 Trailblazers are (from left) Natalie Hilterbrand, Lauren Obermark, Robin Kimberlin, Michele D. Meckfessel, Gwen Moore and Kat Riddler.
Alumni unite to fight food insecurity among students
With a number of UMSL students struggling with food insecurity, a group of graduates hope to change the statistics.
Eye on UMSL: Special delivery
When the employees based at UMSL’s Campus Police Building heard about a student in need this holiday season, they immediately stepped in to help.
Newman Center students partner with UMSL social worker to help peers facing homelessness
When the group recently learned that some of their own classmates were in need, the situation sparked a sense of urgency.
Every dollar helps: Students launch campaign to assist students
Between April 25 and 29, UMSL community members can add a dollar to their bill at the Nosh and other campus eateries to support a new Triton Hunger Relief Fund.
Triton Health Educators: New peer-education group on campus
The group’s primary focus is educating peers about the abuse and misuse of prescription drugs.
Social worker to assist students in crisis
The prolonged gloomy economy has forced many Americans to cope with turned-off utilities, eviction notices and wondering where their next meal will come from. College students are not immune.
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- New Doctor of Business Administration cohort features students with diverse professional backgrounds
- Biology graduate Julia Talbert working as research assistant at the Danforth Plant Science Center
- McDonnell Foundation supporting St. Louis Public Radio initiative to improve dialogue across differences
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- New graduates celebrate their triumphs with family members, friends during fall 2024 commencement
- Language student Theresa Kallal finds meaning living life abroad in France and Spain
