UniverCities Exchange gathers community leaders and academic experts to discuss problems and possible solutions to issues affecting St. Louis and Kansas City.
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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.
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.
Ekin Pellegrini has lofty goals as president of the Executive DBA Council
Pellegrini’s fascinating life and career path, from Turkey to UMSL with several stops along the way, has prepared her to lead the Executive DBA Council.
St. Louis Public Radio marks golden anniversary
The station began broadcasting on June 2, 1972. It got an early start celebrating its anniversary when it hosted more than 300 guests at a gala on May 20.
St. Louis Public Radio marks golden anniversary
The station began broadcasting on June 2, 1972. It got an early start celebrating its anniversary when it hosted more than 300 guests at a gala on May 20.
St. Louis Public Radio marks golden anniversary
The station began broadcasting on June 2, 1972. It got an early start celebrating its anniversary when it hosted more than 300 guests at a gala on May 20.
On the Air: St. Louis Public Radio turns 50, celebrates history and station’s future
Tina Pamintuan, a 20-year veteran of public media, is leading STLPR into its next 50 years after being hired last August to serve as the station’s CEO.
On the Air: St. Louis Public Radio turns 50, celebrates history and station’s future
Tina Pamintuan, a 20-year veteran of public media, is leading STLPR into its next 50 years after being hired last August to serve as the station’s CEO.
On the Air: St. Louis Public Radio turns 50, celebrates history and station’s future
Tina Pamintuan, a 20-year veteran of public media, is leading STLPR into its next 50 years after being hired last August to serve as the station’s CEO.
2022 Trailblazers Awards honor women focused on healing and empowerment
This year’s Trailblazers are Melissa Douglass, Malea Bradley, Sheila Grigsby, Katy Mike Smaistrla Lampe and Sharlee Climer.
2022 Trailblazers Awards honor women focused on healing and empowerment
This year’s Trailblazers are Melissa Douglass, Malea Bradley, Sheila Grigsby, Katy Mike Smaistrla Lampe and Sharlee Climer.
2022 Trailblazers Awards honor women focused on healing and empowerment
This year’s Trailblazers are Melissa Douglass, Malea Bradley, Sheila Grigsby, Katy Mike Smaistrla Lampe and Sharlee Climer.
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Lara Zwarun shares perspective on information war in Ukraine with St. Louis Public Radio, St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum
The associate professor of communication and media shared her perspective on the fighting and the ongoing battle for persuasion over the past several weeks.
Biology alumnus Felipe Zapata talks to St. Louis Public Radio, KTVI about role with Disney’s ‘Encanto’
Zapata, who earned his PhD at UMSL and is now an assistant professor at UCLA, consulted with Disney on the plants depicted in the film, set in his native Colombia.
Professor Susan Brownell’s expertise in demand with Olympics underway in Beijing
Brownell has shared her insights on the Games with The New York Times, The Washington Post, Bloomberg TV and St. Louis Public Radio, among other outlets.
Professor Lea-Rachel Kosnik talks Spire STL Pipeline with ‘St. Louis on the Air’
The professor of economics shared her expertise and opinions on the pipeline, FERC, Spire and natural gas costs.
St. Louis Public Radio celebrates 25th anniversary of ‘St. Louis on the Air’
Since 1996, the show has explored issues and challenges confronting the region and has examined local art, culture and history.
George Zsidisin discusses the resilience of global supply chains on ‘St. Louis on the Air’
Zsidisin is the John W. Barriger III Endowed Professor and the director of UMSL’s Supply Chain Risk and Resilience Research Institute.
UMSL Opera Theatre wins first in NOA competition for ‘The Clever Artifice of Harriet and Margaret’
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the show ran only once, with special permission. The recording from that performance went on to win big.
Kristin Sobolik talks new chancellor role and more on ‘St. Louis on the Air’
Chancellor Kristin Sobolik spoke about her new role, plans for the university and her background with host Sarah Fenske on Friday’s program.
Director of Student Involvement Jessica Long-Pease discusses remote learning challenges on ‘St. Louis on the Air’
Faculty and staff are working together to transition to remote learning for the remainder of the semester in order to help stop the spread of COVID-19.
UMSL Opera Theatre previews ‘Clever Artifice’ on ‘St. Louis on the Air’
Director of Opera Theatre Stella Markou and cast members Lexi Neal, Sophie Loban, Gracelyn Penn and Nick Bashaw shared their experiences.
Beth Huebner, Mindy Bier and Tom Hoerr featured as ‘St. Louis on the Air’ comes to campus
Host Sarah Fenske and her colleagues recorded an episode last week in front of members of the Pierre Laclede Society.
Tom George reflects on time as UMSL chancellor on ‘St. Louis on the Air’
Host Sarah Fenske spoke to George about “the good, the bad and the bittersweet” from his 16-year tenure, which ends Sept. 1.
UMSL’s Darwin Aquino talks composition and conducting on ‘St. Louis on the Air’
The assistant teaching professor of music and director of orchestral studies spoke on St. Louis Public Radio in advance of the Gateway Festival Orchestra’s season finale.
Sarah Fenske named new ‘St. Louis on the Air’ host
Fenske will join St. Louis Public Radio after four years as the editor-in-chief of the Riverfront Times on July 15 and will take over as host in early August.
Krister Ungerböck imparts leadership lessons at UMSL Staff Enrichment Day
The CEO coach and keynote speaker examined how the attributes needed to be a good leader and family member aren’t that different.
Print Fair draws collectors and dealers of paper arts to UMSL campus
The 13th annual edition of the St. Louis Fine Print, Rare Book & Paper Arts Fair takes place Friday through Sunday and features 25 local and national dealers and artists.
Education professor James Shuls argues for more flexible teacher salaries on ‘St. Louis on the Air’
The College of Education’s graduate program director of educational leadership and policy studies has been a sought-after expert in the first few months of 2019.
UMSL researchers share expertise on local, national radio
Sandra Langeslag appeared on NPR, and Lauren Obermark and Jennifer Siciliani both served as guest panelists on “St. Louis on the Air.”
Chancellor, provost lay out plans for UMSL’s next five years during visit to ‘St. Louis on the Air’
Tom George and Kristin Sobolik joined host Don Marsh in studio Wednesday afternoon at UMSL at Grand Center.
Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor offers lessons from her life to sold-out Touhill audience
Sotomayor visited UMSL while promoting her two new children’s books, “Turning Pages: My Life Story” and “The Beloved World of Sonia Sotomayor.”
UMSL faculty members discuss how well America incorporates immigrants on ‘St. Louis on the Air’
Professors Adriano Udani and Florian Sichling were part of a three-person panel joining host Don Marsh on Monday’s program on St. Louis Public Radio.
Pirate historian Mark Hanna talks to ‘St. Louis on the Air’ ahead of UMSL Opera Theatre production
The UC San Diego associate professor will be speaking before each of three weekend performances of Gilbert and Sullivan’s “The Pirates of Penzance” at the Touhill.
UMSL representatives share stories of female student veterans with ‘St. Louis on the Air’
Army veterans Emily Staden and Jim Craig, an associate teaching professor, participated in the St. Louis Public Radio panel discussion.
Don’t miss Mercantile Library’s ‘OK, I’ll Do It Myself’ exhibit and other must-see shows
Dale Evans’ scruffy boots and other memorabilia relating to the film and TV star are among 144 items on display through Sunday.
Information systems professors offer recommendations on next steps following the Equifax data breach
Shaji Khan and Maurice Dawson appeared on St. Louis Public Radio | 90.7 KWMU Monday to discuss cybersecurity issues.
Thomas Hoerr shares ideas on preparing students for success beyond school with ‘St. Louis on the Air’
The College of Education scholar in residence offered insights contained in his new book, “The Formative Five: Fostering Grit, Empathy, and Other Success Skills Every Student Needs.”
UMSL music alumna turned radio producer inducted into St. Louis Media Hall of Fame
Just before graduating in 1974, Mary Edwards started what she thought would be a short-lived summer job at St. Louis Public Radio. She never left.
Dan Lauer discusses Ameren Accelerator benefits on St. Louis Public Radio
UMSL Accelerate Director Dan Lauer discussed the university’s role in an innovative business accelerator program on “St. Louis on the Air” Monday.
Mark Tranel discusses research on households struggling to meet everyday needs with St. Louis Public Radio
The director of the Public Policy Research Center was part of a panel with United Way of Greater St. Louis Vice Presidents Julie Russell and Dayna Stock on “St. Louis on the Air.”
Shaji Khan shares tips to help bolster cybersecurity on ‘St. Louis on the Air’
The assistant professor of information systems joined a panel of experts to discuss cybersecurity issues with host Don Marsh.
Dave Robertson’s insights on second presidential debate shared around the globe
The political science chair spoke to news organizations, both local and international, as Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump squared off in St. Louis.
Todd Swanstrom appears on St. Louis Public Radio, discusses challenges facing St. Louis as it tries to transform itself
The E. Desmond Lee Endowed Professor appeared on “St. Louis on the Air” Tuesday and discussed lessons St. Louis can learn from revitalized industrial cities in Europe.
Summer gun violence spurs UMSL criminologists on local, national media
Local and national media have turned to UMSL criminologists to make sense of recent tragedies and discuss ways forward.
Visiting education professor wants politics in the classroom
Joel Westheimer, a professor at the University of Ottawa, talked with St. Louis Public Radio and the UMSL community about the place of politics in the classroom.
Chancellor Tom George addresses budget challenges, next steps on St. Louis Public Radio
As UMSL looks to plug a $15 million hole in the months ahead, Chancellor Tom George acknowledges it’s a particularly tough moment for the university.
UMSL political scientists respond to Ferguson Commission report
UMSL’s David Kimball (left) and Todd Swanstrom were among a group of scholars who recently wrote commentaries in response to the Ferguson Commission’s report.
Talking ethics in public life with School of PPA’s Wally Siewert, Vivian Eveloff
Siewert, of UMSL’s Center for Ethics in Public Life, and Vivian Eveloff, of UMSL’s Sue Shear Institute for Women in Public Life, guest on “St. Louis on the Air.”
Missouri Civil War historian Louis Gerteis weighs in on Confederate Monument
The UMSL Department of History chair discussed the topic Monday on St. Louis Public Radio.
Chancellor Tom George: UMSL’s future has great promise
George discussed UMSL’s future on the June 22 episode of “St. Louis on the Air” on St. Louis Public Radio.
Ötzi the Iceman expert discusses scientific study of human mummies
Albert Zink shared a few insights with “St. Louis on the Air” listeners this week, leading up to a UMSL lecture on Monday.
Former Sen. Snowe to headline UMSL Public Ethics Conference
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Chancellor Tom George discusses UMSL’s role in community
He was a guest Oct. 9 on the St. Louis Public Radio program “St. Louis on the Air.”
UMSL international studies scholar discusses US-China relationship
The relationship between the U.S. and China continues to thaw, as evidenced by a recent two-day summit between President Barack Obama and his Chinese counterpart, who both vowed to usher in a “new model” of relations.
UMSL Veterans Center director talks transition back to civilian life
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UMSL political scientist to discuss US Constitution’s origin at book-signing event
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UMSL political scientists weigh in on wrapped Missouri legislative session
With the conclusion of the annual session, two University of Missouri–St. Louis political scientists weighed in on the year in state politics and discussed what the future might hold.
St. Louis Public Radio to broadcast St. Louis mayoral primary forum live from UMSL at Grand Center
St. Louis Public Radio | 90.7 KWMU will air a special live broadcast of “St. Louis on the Air” Feb. 11 from UMSL at Grand Center, 3651 Olive St. in St. Louis. The one-hour broadcast of the “St. Louis Mayoral Primary Forum” will begin at 11 a.m. and will include the three candidates seeking the Democratic nomination for St. Louis mayor — incumbent Mayor Francis Slay, Aldermanic President Lewis Reed and former St. Louis Alderman Jimmie Matthews. “St. Louis on the Air” host Don Marsh will serve as the forum’s moderator.
Seeing letters as colors: UMSL professor studies synesthesia
In 2006, Derek Amato suffered a head injury after diving into a shallow pool and hitting his head. He awoke a musical genius, able to play classical piano.
UMSL chancellor discusses university’s growth, challenges, Jubilee
The University of Missouri–St. Louis will kick off its Jubilee, a yearlong celebration of UMSL’s 50th anniversary, with a spectacular evening of entertainment and fun on Feb. 1. UMSL Chancellor Tom George talked about the Jubilee, reflected on the university’s growth over a half century and discussed challenges in higher education last week on “St. Louis on the Air,” a program on St. Louis Public Radio | 90.7 KWMU.
Political scientist discusses Missouri legislature topics for 2013
The Missouri legislature reconvened Wednesday after its holiday break. St. Louis Public Radio | 90.7 KWMU assembled its political roundtable, including Terry Jones, chair of the Department of Political Science at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, to discuss the issues that will be at the forefront of the first 2013 session.
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