The innovative and ever-expanding collaborative is keeping UMSL at the forefront of the burgeoning geospatial industry in St. Louis and nationwide.
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From flash floods to four-day school weeks, UMSL’s Geospatial Collaborative is influencing research across campus
The innovative and ever-expanding collaborative is keeping UMSL at the forefront of the burgeoning geospatial industry in St. Louis and nationwide.
From flash floods to four-day school weeks, UMSL’s Geospatial Collaborative is influencing research across campus
The innovative and ever-expanding collaborative is keeping UMSL at the forefront of the burgeoning geospatial industry in St. Louis and nationwide.
Counseling master’s program wins 2024 Robert Frank Outstanding Counselor Education Program Award
Assistant Professor So Rin Kim says the program’s rigorous standards, commitment to its values and community engagement have helped set it apart.
Finance Career Conference offers students wisdom from industry professionals
Morgan Koenig and Beth DeCamp, the keynote speakers for the annual conference that was first held in 2014, are UMSL alumni.
Finance Career Conference offers students wisdom from industry professionals
Morgan Koenig and Beth DeCamp, the keynote speakers for the annual conference that was first held in 2014, are UMSL alumni.
Finance Career Conference offers students wisdom from industry professionals
Morgan Koenig and Beth DeCamp, the keynote speakers for the annual conference that was first held in 2014, are UMSL alumni.
Convocation welcomes new students to campus, commemorates induction into UMSL community
New students heard from several speakers, received a lapel pin, recited the Triton Creed and took a group photo during the ceremonial event.
Convocation welcomes new students to campus, commemorates induction into UMSL community
New students heard from several speakers, received a lapel pin, recited the Triton Creed and took a group photo during the ceremonial event.
Convocation welcomes new students to campus, commemorates induction into UMSL community
New students heard from several speakers, received a lapel pin, recited the Triton Creed and took a group photo during the ceremonial event.
Bringing history to life: In partnership with UMSL, the new Living Arts Pathway enlivens lessons at historic Sumner High School
In the new elective museum studies course, students research history, create public exhibits and learn museum and cultural heritage career skills.
Bringing history to life: In partnership with UMSL, the new Living Arts Pathway enlivens lessons at historic Sumner High School
In the new elective museum studies course, students research history, create public exhibits and learn museum and cultural heritage career skills.
Bringing history to life: In partnership with UMSL, the new Living Arts Pathway enlivens lessons at historic Sumner High School
In the new elective museum studies course, students research history, create public exhibits and learn museum and cultural heritage career skills.
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UMSL men’s soccer team tests itself in friendly match with St. Louis CITY SC Academy team
The Tritons performed well while debuting a new formation during the off-season scrimmage.
Des Lee Fine Arts Festival brings nearly 1,000 students from across the St. Louis region to UMSL
High school and middle school students from 15 school districts and more than 40 schools gathered at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center for the two-day event.
Gov. Parson appoints UMSL alum Andrea Jackson-Jennings to Bi-State Development Board of Commissioners
As a commissioner, Jackson-Jennings aims to advance the continuous improvement of mass transit in the St. Louis region.
Sport management program and JustUs System Inc. begin partnership to create recruiting pipeline, benefit community
UMSL will support the nonprofit by providing event spaces, leading networking and resume workshops, hosting experiential learning trips and more.
Riz Khan uses knowledge gained through UMSL nonprofit certificate to feed the hungry with the Little Angels Foundation
The St. Louis-based nonprofit organization provides nutritious, home-cooked meals to children, refugees, immigrants and the unhoused community.
Conductor Maria A. Ellis offers her own brand of music education
With her company, Girl Conductor, the UMSL alumna has been taking her music education all over the country.
Graduate Women in Science conference honors the late Bettina Casad through a celebration of diverse voices in STEM
The annual event featured two symposiums, a panel discussion, a mentoring luncheon, a keynote speech and several student poster presentations.
College of Optometry Dean Keshia Elder honored at St. Louis City Recorder of Deeds’ African American Heritage Celebration
Elder was honored for excellence in education alongside four other local leaders.
Yolanda Alovor keeps the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra in tune with equity, diversity and inclusion
“Creating a sense of belonging starts with embracing a growth mindset and valuing the diversity of thought,” said Alovor, who leads EDI efforts for the symphony.
UMSL and Gateway Writing Project partner with National Park Service for writing marathon at Gateway Arch National Park
Writers explored the landscape of the park and the architecture of downtown St. Louis for inspiration and also participated in activities at the entrance plaza.
Teaching Professor Linda Wells-Glover to be honored at St. Louis American Foundation’s 35th Salute to Excellence in Education
Wells-Glover teaches undergraduate and graduate courses on diversity and social justice and serves as advisor to the Student Social Work Association.
E. Desmond Lee Fine Arts Education Collaborative connects St. Louis students with local arts agencies
The Collaborative recently hosted its annual kickoff with nearly 30 fine arts partner organizations, plus teachers from 17 St. Louis-area school districts.
Gateway Writing Project’s OneCity Stories program teaches high schoolers to use their voices for social change
The three-week program brought together 11 students from across the St. Louis region to hone their writing and multimedia skills.
College of Education hosts inaugural Future Teacher Leadership Academy for local high school students
The free two-week program was funded by a $30,000 grant from the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
Professor Todd Swanstrom part of UniverCities Exchange panel on public transit
UniverCities Exchange gathers community leaders and academic experts to discuss problems and possible solutions to issues affecting St. Louis and Kansas City.
Finding their voices: Adam and Rachel Morgan work to forge paths for neurodiverse individuals
The mother and son duo work to provide therapeutic equipment, technology and educational resources through the Adam Morgan Foundation.
Brick by Red Brick: Jonathan and Willie McMiller are reviving homes, uplifting St. Louis
It all started with one home. The brothers purchased their first property to flip in 2013 when they bought a house in Spanish Lake for $7,000.
UMSL holds gala to celebrate St. Louis Mercantile Library’s 175th anniversary
The event celebrated the institution’s history and featured a speech by Chancellor Kristin Sobolik and music by distinguished pianist Cynthia Johnson.
School of Social Work 2022 Critical Issues Symposium tackles advancing justice through equitable outcomes
Panelists Ashley Daftary, Amy Hunter and Riisa Rawlins-Easley discussed equity in health care and opportunities for change during the digital event.
Counseling and Social Advocacy Center receives Jewish Federations of North America grant to support trauma-informed care
The $320,000 grant will go toward counseling services for Holocaust survivors, Black seniors with histories of trauma and their family caregivers.
Ask an Expert: Anne Austin explores historical impact of epidemics and pandemics and lessons for COVID-19
The assistant professor of history discussed how outbreaks of infectious disease have shaped medical innovations, public health policies and social bonds.
UMSL social work students work with One West Florissant to engage community members
The students were tasked with interviewing five St. Louis area residents about community beautification, safety and youth engagement.
December graduate Meredith Alton returns to school to make a difference
After more than a decade, Alton returned to college to earn a bachelor’s degree. She graduated summa cum laude, walking as a student marshal during commencement.
George and Melissa Paz receive Lee Medal in recognition of their philanthropy
The Pazs were honored Thursday evening during the university’s 30th annual Founders Celebration, sponsored by Express Scripts.
Alumna Delyn Stephenson wins prestigious Romare Bearden Graduate Museum Fellowship at Saint Louis Art Museum
During the paid yearlong fellowship, Stephenson will gain hands-on experience in areas such as audience development, curation and public programming.
Children’s Advocacy Services of Greater St. Louis receives $5 million in grant funding
Two grants will fund programs to support behavioral therapy trainers and to facilitate treatment for children who’ve experienced trauma.
Education alumna Alicia Leathers named new middle school principal at Lift for Life Academy
Leathers previously taught American and African American literature at Central Visual and Performing Arts High School. She begins her new position this month.
New Triton Student Advocacy and Care initiative highlights student-parent success stories
Student Parent Success Stories features the personal and academic journeys of 10 exceptional UMSL students with children.
Susan Marino named new director of UMSL Charter Schools
Marino has served as executive director of Lafayette Preparatory Academy since 2012 and will begin her new position in July.
UMSL announces new degree in child advocacy studies
The Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development approved the new degree, and students can enroll for the Fall 2021 semester.
Terry Suhre retiring after more than two decades leading Gallery 210
Suhre took over as director of the gallery in 1996, and since then, he has exhibited the work of nationally renowned artists and addressed social justice issues through art.
Neighborhood Leadership Fellows wins What’s Right with the Region! award
FOCUS St. Louis recognized the advanced leadership training program for ingenuity and vision in making the St. Louis region a better place to work and live.
UMSL literacy grant brings $5.1 million in services to 40 St. Louis area schools
The grant will go toward coaching local educators on culturally relevant practices and the science of reading, as well as creating digital literacy resources.
Ask an Expert: Shawne Manies discusses the COVID-19 vaccine and rollout
In the latest edition of Ask an Expert, College of Nursing Director of Clinical Operations and Assistant Teaching Professor Shawne Manies talks vaccination.
Accounting professor talks taxes with St. Louis Public Radio
Michele Meckfessel, an expert on income taxes, said most workers will not qualify for a tax break for working from home during the pandemic.
College of Business Administration adds entrepreneurship requirement
A new three-credit-hour course will teach BSBA and BSAcc students about launching and scaling a new venture by focusing on a timely entrepreneurial opportunity.
Ebonie Williams brings ‘infectious energy’ to the Triton Telefund
Williams has connected with alumni across the country and raised more than $15,000 for UMSL students in need.
Shop UMSL local for the holidays
Pick up your last-minute gifts from a wide variety of businesses from UMSL alumni and students.
UMSL and St. Louis Children’s Hospital collaborate to place nurses in five area charter schools
A $500,000 grant through the hospital’s Healthy Kids, Healthy Minds program will help fund the positions through spring 2025.
St. Louis Civil Rights Leaders Speakers Series engages students with racial justice activism
Five Zoom town halls connected students with pioneering and modern activists: David Ragland, Cori Bush, Zaki Baruti, Sylvester Brown and Percy Green.
UMSL sponsors Kids Voting program during presidential election
This year about 150,000 students from 15 St. Louis-area school districts will have the chance to participate in Kids Voting Missouri, a program run through the College of Education.
‘UniverCities Exchange’ highlights health disparities in St. Louis and Kansas City
The virtual event was the first in a series of webinars hosted jointly by UMSL and UMKC to explore significant issues faced by both cities.
UMSL Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Accelerator provides capital, mentorship to underrepresented entrepreneurs
The first-of-its-kind program will award $50,000 to six startup founders with business ideas that directly and positively impact underserved communities.
UMSL awarded $5.1 million grant to promote evidence-based literacy strategies among local educators
Shea Kerkhoff, Katie O’Daniels and Nancy Singer will partner with 40 schools in the St. Louis region to provide year-round support to K-12 educators.
Jerome Morris wins prestigious $1 million Lyle M. Spencer Research Award to Transform Education
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.
Doctoral student Zachary Schwartz is the voice behind folk-rock act The Hollow Ends
Schwartz released his full-length album, “Bears in Mind,” in 2018. His folk-rock songs often draw on themes such as mental health, mortality and relationships.
MSW student contributes to Forward Through Ferguson with COVID-19 research
Lacey Corbett’s work on the report identified the disproportionate effect of COVID-19 on Black communities in St. Louis and clarified misinformation.
Social work graduate Justin Bennett makes a difference in the community, the classroom and the State Capitol
Bennett has worked with Missouri Department of Mental Health and the VA and views social work as a connection to the community through advocacy, service and social justice.
College of Education professor joins with local literacy groups to deliver tablets to students in need
Assistant Professor Shea Kerkhoff helped secure PBS Kids Playtime Pads for students in north St. Louis to help bridge the digital divide and fight summer slide.
Assistant Professor of Social Work Erica Koegler brings light to sex and labor trafficking in the Midwest
Koegler is partnering with the University of Western Cape to study substance use and legal needs among victims and survivors of trafficking.
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- UMSL’s couple, marriage and family counseling program ranked No. 1 in state by CounselingPsychology.org
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- UMSL alum Clara López Bueno making an impact on St. Louis business community
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- Eye on UMSL: Flying the flag
- Biochemistry and biotechnology major Jay King nearing graduation with plans to pursue PhD in oncologic research
- Three UMSL graduates among St. Louis Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 Class of 2024
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