Eye on UMSL: Friends in high places

Jan 27, 2025

The UMSL Alumni Association recognized elected officials from St. Louis County, the City of St. Louis and the state of Missouri for their support of the university and higher education.

Online MBA students travel to Costa Rica to complete project for capstone class

Nov 25, 2024

Students visited a wide array of local businesses, and the trip also included plenty of opportunities to experience Costa Rica’s vibrant culture and natural beauty.

Finance Career Conference offers students wisdom from industry professionals

Oct 17, 2024

Morgan Koenig and Beth DeCamp, the keynote speakers for the annual conference that was first held in 2014, are UMSL alumni.

UMSL community gathers together for annual UMSL Night at the Ballpark

Sep 23, 2024

On Sept. 20, 350 UMSL students and more than 500 alumni cheered on the St. Louis Cardinals.

UMSL alum Laura Burkemper helps others build their brands and scale their businesses

May 30, 2024

She also recently co-authored a book, “Empathy and Understanding in Business,” with expert negotiator Chris Voss.

Optometry PhD graduate Linda Fine Hunt publishes historical fiction novel about growing up in University City

Feb 8, 2024

Spanning from 1954 to 1966, the story follows 16-year-old Linda, a quirky individualist who sets out to learn more about the culture and history of her neighbors.

UMSL alum Toni Hayes uses her passion for science to make a difference for people with rare diseases

Jan 3, 2024

Now living in Pepperell, Massachusetts, she works as principal scientist of toxicology for preclinical drug development at Apellis Pharmaceuticals.

Senior Momo Kikuchi interns on Capitol Hill through UMSL in DC internship program

Sep 13, 2023

Over the summer, the political science major interned in U.S. Rep. Ann Wagner’s office and explored D.C. with several UMSL alumni.

UMSL graduates Stephanie Cernicek and Aaron Golchert lead Mana Supply Company, a fast-growing cannabis manufacturing startup in St. Louis

Jul 24, 2023

The multistate cannabis company operates a manufacturing facility located in Berkeley, Missouri.

Recent UMSL graduate Amy Kenny pursues social psychology PhD

Jul 24, 2023

During her time at UMSL, Kenny explored her passions, taking part in lab research, creative writing and the University Singers choir.

UMSL alumnus and soul musician Brian Owens performs ‘Stand By Me’ on TODAY with his father

Jun 20, 2023

The duo also held a Father’s Day concert at the Touhill while promoting new album “Duets With Dad,” coming out this fall.

UMSL alumna and associate professor emeritus co-author book on educational equity

May 30, 2023

Sonya Murray-Darden and Gwendolyn Y. Turner’s new book “Serving Educational Equity: A Five-Course Framework for Accelerated Learning,” will be released on June 8.

UMSL honors new grads and young alumni at second annual New Grad Celebration

May 19, 2023

The event offered the opportunity for new grads to connect with fellow alumni over food, drinks and live music.

UMSL recognizes 5 alumni at annual Salute to Business Achievement Awards

May 1, 2023

The UMSL Business Alumni Chapter honored Patrick Chunn, Cathy Arshadi, Sam Ganga, Sarajeni Hammond and Rebecca Boyer for their achievements and leadership in business.

Young Alumni Award recipient Candace Hall explores how to retain more diverse faculty in new documentary

Mar 6, 2023

Hall created “clusterluck,” a documentary that chronicles the importance of community for Black faculty.

Alumni Q&A: Writer Mary Troy reflects on story inspirations, shaping UMSL’s MFA program and more

Dec 21, 2022

She taught in and helped mold UMSL’s Master of Fine Arts program for more than 20 years and also served as editor of Natural Bridge for a decade.

Inaugural UMSL Accelerate Entrepreneur of the Year Awards honor local visionaries

Oct 31, 2022

UMSL alumnus Peter Racen helped establish the awards with the aim of promoting entrepreneurship by highlighting impactful entrepreneurs and advocates.

Two UMSL counseling alumnae launch book series to help children work through emotional challenges

Sep 12, 2022

“Clementine Gets UNSTUCK!” is the first publication in the “Kids Can Club” series.

With Menya Rui, UMSL alumnus Steven Pursley brings a taste of Japan to South St. Louis

Aug 30, 2022

The restaurant serves ramen with housemade noodles, Japanese fried chicken and more.

Senior Jonathan Gutierrez explores Washington, DC through new summer internship program

Aug 8, 2022

Gutierrez is the first UMSL student to participate in the program, where he’s split his time interning at the World Affairs Council of America and touring the city’s cultural institutions.

Brick by Red Brick: Jonathan and Willie McMiller are reviving homes, uplifting St. Louis

May 5, 2022

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.

Supply chain education helps former technician become versatile businessman

Jun 6, 2019

Three kids, school and a laborious job kept Jason Salzman up at night. Now with a professional career, he’s thankful for the sacrifice.

Nonprofit founder Shante Duncan defines her own path

May 22, 2019

The UMSL alumna empowers, teaches and houses women in need. Now, Shante Duncan aims to build up north St. Louis.

UMSL alumni honored during annual Salute to Business Achievement ceremony

May 7, 2019

Business alumni Michael Mohr, Opal Jones, Jessica Portis and Mark Deadwyler were recognized for their professional achievements May 1.

Nursing student Emma Spencer fights to better Missouri health care

May 21, 2018

Spencer, who holds a BSN from UMSL, is now pursuing a DNP and aims to navigate the connections between nursing and politics to create change.

Marco Pipoly, UMSL’s 100,000th graduate, on path to career in neuroscience

May 14, 2018

Pipoly was celebrated as the university’s 100,000th graduate during commencement ceremonies Saturday afternoon and has received an NSF research fellowship for graduate school.

UMSL honors six alumni at annual Salute to Business Achievement Awards

Apr 30, 2018

The honorees were Isaac Butler, Stanley Freerks, James Lally, Dale Oberkfell, Laurie Phillips and Brian Salmo.

UMSL alums sweep nonprofit category in St. Louis Business Journal’s CFO of the Year Awards

Apr 27, 2018

Business graduates Benjamin Washington and Dwight Canning were recognized for their work at the Missouri Historical Society and St. Louis Community Foundation, respectively.

New UMSL marketing campaign highlights nursing, business

Feb 9, 2018

New TV spots feature successful young alumni testifying to the benefits they found at UMSL and how each college helped launch their careers.

BFA alumnus’s local gallery show ‘Altar of Commerce’ probes consequences of globalization

Jul 15, 2017

“Played” – over 12 feet in width – is among the pieces that Bryan Robertson will have on display July 22 to Aug. 26 at the Cathy Gregory Studio Gallery.

UMSL alumna recently honored by Essence magazine discusses equity-centered design initiatives

Jun 18, 2017

Antionette Carroll, who holds both a BS and an MA from UMSL, founded Creative Reaction Lab in 2014.

Eye on UMSL: First bloom

Mar 5, 2017

In front of the Thomas Jefferson Library, a small tree’s flowers blossom, uncurling their petals to the sun and spring-like warmth this early March.

Leaving Las Vegas: Out-of-state student Addy Lai finds a world of opportunity at UMSL

Nov 16, 2016

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.

Riverfront Times names MFA alumna among this year’s 75 reasons to love St. Louis

Oct 6, 2016

Amy Milton, who earned a graduate degree from UMSL in 2013, made the RFT’s annual Best of St. Louis issue this fall for proving “that nothing is funnier than honesty.”

Hundreds of students, alumni and employers make countless connections at UMSL Internship & Job Fair

Sep 26, 2016

The event attracted more than 600 UMSL students and alumni – and over 290 recruiters who connected with attendees interested in jobs, internships and other career opportunities.

5 excellent alumni formally recognized at annual event

Sep 25, 2016

The UMSL Alumni Association celebrated five distinguished UMSL alumni at the university’s 25th annual Founders Dinner Sept. 22.

Five for nine so far, the Paubels keep choosing UMSL

Jun 30, 2016

As Illinois residents, the home-schooling family didn’t expect to develop such a strong connection to the university, but it’s proven an excellent fit.

David Baugher catalogs the unusual St. Louis

Jun 21, 2016

The UMSL alumnus delves deep into the region’s strange and wonderful locales and little-known histories in his latest book.

UMSL celebrates spring 2016 graduates, with nearly 1,600 students finishing their degrees

May 9, 2016

Graduating students will gather with family, friends and the campus community for commencement exercises set to take place May 14 and 15.

Alumnus brings startup to St. Louis, UMSL’s Midwest Digital Marketing Conference

Apr 18, 2016

At first Nick Szabo didn’t see St. Louis as part of the picture for his startup endeavor, but coming home turned out to be a great move.

UMSL alumnus lands CFO post

Feb 22, 2016

Beginning May 1, UMSL economics alumnus Richard Baniak will serve as the university’s chief financial officer.

Local TV’s go-to science guy got his start at UMSL

Feb 16, 2016

Alumnus Josh Linn demystifies the science behind experiments he conducts on live TV as part of his Saint Louis Science Center job.

History alumna named American Society of Engineering Management Fellow

Jan 21, 2016

The career of ASEM Fellow Suzanna Long, MA history 1988, reflects her lifelong interests in both how and why things work.

Smasons build a legacy of learning

Jan 20, 2016

Across varied fields, Chani, Dodi and Sivya Smason have made the pursuit of higher education a family affair at UMSL.

Robert Dorr, 68, knows it’s never too late to go back to school

Jan 18, 2016

The retiree graduated from UMSL in December, finishing a college career he started in 1966.

3 UMSL alumni named to St. Louis Business Journal’s 2016 40 Under 40 class

Dec 23, 2015

With more than 650 people nominated, the UMSL alumni had some stiff competition and are among a group of elite St. Louisans.

History alumnus, teacher Rodney Wilson reflects on LGBT History Month’s beginnings

Oct 7, 2015

The Missouri teacher and mentor became the state’s first openly gay K-12 instructor while also pursuing a graduate degree at UMSL in the early ’90s.

6 accomplished alumni in spotlight at annual event

Sep 27, 2015

The 2015 Distinguished Alumni Award recipients include (from left) Evelyn Bailey Moore, Julie Nash, Cassandra F. Kaufman, Judy L. Burns, Matthew D. Shank and Andrew J. Theising.

Newman Center group builds home, relationships during crowdfunded effort in Nicaragua

Sep 2, 2015

After building a much-needed home in Nicaragua, members of a UMSL Catholic Newman Center service team pause to bless the structure alongside the new owners of the house.

More than 350 students to participate in Aug. 8 commencement

Aug 5, 2015

The University of Missouri–St. Louis will welcome the new graduates into the ranks of 92,000 fellow alumni.