Don’t miss Mercantile Library’s ‘OK, I’ll Do It Myself’ exhibit and other must-see shows

Oct 23, 2017

Dale Evans’ scruffy boots and other memorabilia relating to the film and TV star are among 144 items on display through Sunday.

The biggest competitive advantage: UMSL interns embrace opportunities in first Ameren Accelerator cohort

Oct 20, 2017

Ten students are enjoying the benefits of the innovative program while working with the seven participating companies.

UMSL receives national recognition for excellence in student voter engagement

Oct 20, 2017

Patricia Zahn accepted three awards on behalf of UMSL on Thursday at the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge awards ceremony in Washington.

Eye on UMSL: To and fro

Oct 19, 2017

Students travel from one campus destination to another on a recent weekday afternoon in this scene captured by UMSL photographer August Jennewein.

David Klinger talks to St. Louis Public Radio about how better tactics can help reduce police shootings

Oct 18, 2017

The UMSL criminologist says some officers haven’t been trained well and others don’t always adhere to their training or might need a refresher.

At UMSL, intellectual disability is no barrier to a full college experience

Oct 18, 2017

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch takes a close look at the university’s SUCCEED program in a feature published earlier this week.

St. Louis Public Radio’s Kelly Moffitt earns fellowship, moves on to StoryCorps

Oct 18, 2017

She recently discussed her passion for local storytelling and what she’s appreciated most about her time at STLPR.

UMSL Tritons weekly rewind

Oct 16, 2017

The volleyball team won three matches in the Midwest Region Crossover Tournament while men’s soccer player Pat Ries moved into a tie for 10th on UMSL’s single-season goals list.

DOE awards UMSL $2.6M grant to bolster English language educators across Missouri

Oct 16, 2017

The grant will increase TESOL-certified K-12 teachers and train administrators and parents in best practices after an influx of refugees to the state.

Mural adds finishing touch to reimagined Office of Student Involvement

Oct 16, 2017

The space is even more inviting now that eye-catching, UMSL-themed artwork fills one whole wall.

Criminology alumni making impact in civilian roles in St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department

Oct 16, 2017

Will Werner, Sherri Schaefer and Emily Blackburn support commissioned officers through their work in planning, application development and crime analysis, respectively.

Cybersecurity program obtains $493,000 in NSA-funded grants to elevate curriculum, lab infrastructure

Oct 16, 2017

The two grants will fund lab infrastructures, enhance equipment and advance curricula.

Dave Robertson discusses history of the 25th Amendment and its application on KMOX

Oct 16, 2017

The political science chair appeared on The Charlie Brennan Show on Friday.

Todrick Hall brings song, dance and good conversation to UMSL – plus a Beyoncé-inspired acrostic

Oct 12, 2017

The prominent entertainer and YouTuber visited campus this week as part of the Office of Student Involvement’s Speaker Series.

Chancellor trumpets UMSL’s global contributions to ecology through Harris Center in op-ed

Oct 12, 2017

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch published Tom George’s guest column on its website on Oct. 10.

Lasting UMSL connections inspire lifetime of giving for Kirk and Maureen Richter

Oct 12, 2017

UMSL awarded the 2017 E. Desmond and Mary Ann Lee Medal for Philanthropy to Kirk and Maureen Richter.

Media Coverage: September 2017

Oct 12, 2017

Stories about the university, its scholars and their expertise are often covered by local and national news media. Media Coverage highlights some of the top stories.

Information systems professors offer recommendations on next steps following the Equifax data breach

Oct 12, 2017

Shaji Khan and Maurice Dawson appeared on St. Louis Public Radio | 90.7 KWMU Monday to discuss cybersecurity issues.

MIMH’s new initiative makes local young people agents of change around substance abuse, HIV and hepatitis prevention

Oct 11, 2017

The free seven-week program, taking place at UMSL ITE, is open to minority male and female students ages 13 to 24 and runs from Oct. 25 to Dec. 13.

Seeing a brother through treatment, hospital volunteering and vascular research make up the Saffafs’ pre-med experience

Oct 9, 2017

Omar, Alaa and Khalid Saffaf volunteer at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, where Omar received treatment and where they were inspired to pursue medical careers.

Student volunteers contribute 175 service hours to Great Rivers Greenway project during The Big Event

Oct 9, 2017

A crew of 43 Tritons planted a bioswale with native plants, removed invasive honeysuckle and conducted litter pickup during the Sept. 23 event.

Focus on Teaching and Technology Conference draws 600 educators to UMSL

Oct 9, 2017

The annual, two-day conference at UMSL had two keynote address along with 110 presenters, 67 sessions and 13 vendors.

UMSL Tritons weekly rewind

Oct 9, 2017

Ares Boira shot a career-low round of 70 in the opening round of the Findlay Beall Classic, helping the Tritons move into second place on the team leaderboard.

Visiting scholar offers look at historian’s craft in action, connections to science and policy

Oct 9, 2017

Dan Bender will connect with students, faculty and community members this week during his College of Arts and Sciences grant-funded visit.

New UMSL marketing video celebrates vibrant campus community

Oct 6, 2017

#UMSLproud students Madilynn Woodham, Jennie Lee and Rachel Simpson are among the 13 Tritons who make an appearance.

Mercantile Library’s new ‘Headlines of History’ exhibition draws on vast newspaper collection, takes visitors back in time

Oct 6, 2017

St. Louis’ rich journalistic legacy is at the center of the wide-ranging show, which is free and open to the public beginning Oct. 9.

6 outstanding UMSL alumni in the spotlight at Founders Dinner

Oct 6, 2017

This year’s honorees include Rita Swiener, Joe Stieven, Brian Owens, Sandra Marks, Gary Jacob and Antionette Carroll.

See 34 Shakespeare plays all at once at UMSL’s Gallery FAB

Oct 5, 2017

Dan Younger’s “Julius Caesar” is among a set of wide-ranging visual interpretations on display through Oct. 12 in the Fine Arts Building.

UMSL makes national ‘30 Best Secondary Education Degrees for 2017’ list

Oct 3, 2017

Focus on field work, outstanding faculty and strong student support placed the College of Education’s program at No. 22 on the list.

Keith Stine honored with St. Louis Award for his contributions to profession of chemistry

Oct 2, 2017

The St. Louis Section of the American Chemical Society recognized the UMSL professor at a banquet Friday night at Glen Echo Country Club.

Meet the newest UMSL Bridge Program Express Scripts Scholars

Oct 2, 2017

Five more local teens are now benefiting from UMSL scholarships made possible through a partnership of Express Scripts and the university’s Bridge Program.

UMSL Tritons weekly rewind

Oct 2, 2017

Freshman goalkeeper Amber Hayes made 10 saves Sunday as the UMSL women’s soccer team played to a scoreless draw against Truman State.

UMSL, MU awarded $1.8M to train social workers for vulnerable, underserved areas

Sep 29, 2017

The federal money will provide a total of 120 master’s students training in integrated behavioral health agencies across the state of Missouri.

UMSL’s chancellor sees the glass as more than half full

Sep 29, 2017

A strong freshman class and balanced budget are two things Tom George highlighted in his annual State of the University Address.

Physics Professor Bob Henson’s 50 years of service to UMSL recognized on campus, in Post-Dispatch

Sep 28, 2017

Chancellor Tom George presented him with a photo collage of UMSL images in recognition of his long tenure at Wednesday’s State of the University Address.

Army dragster pays UMSL a visit leading up to weekend race

Sep 27, 2017

“The Sarge” made a stop at UMSL just prior to the 2017 AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals taking place in the St. Louis region.

Historian Kevin Fernlund joins KMOX for timely ‘Whole ’Nother Story’ about Stanislav Petrov

Sep 27, 2017

He recently discussed “The Man Who Stopped World War III” back in 1983 with KMOX reporter and UMSL alumnus Kevin Killeen.

Students, alumni make connections at annual Internship & Job Fair

Sep 25, 2017

More than 550 UMSL students and alumni networked with representatives from 128 organizations during this year’s event.

Greek Studies Professor Michael Cosmopoulos elected to Royal Society of Canada

Sep 25, 2017

Cosmopoulos’ latest honor comes on the heels of his induction to the European Academy of Sciences and Arts in March.

Chancellor talks up Denver conference, support of DACA students in new column

Sep 25, 2017

As Tom George looks toward a trip to Colorado next month to meet with other leaders in higher education, one topic is weighing heavily on his mind.

UMSL Tritons weekly rewind

Sep 25, 2017

Freshman midfielder Samed Ganibegovic scored his first collegiate goal on Sunday, helping the Tritons to a 1-1 draw against Illinois Springfield.

Eye on UMSL: Afternoon toss

Sep 25, 2017

UMSL friends catch a rejuvenating break between classes in front of the Thomas Jefferson Library building on North Campus on a recent afternoon.

UMSL gets high marks for student voter participation in recent study

Sep 23, 2017

Research from Tufts University showed that 67.4 percent of eligible UMSL students voted last November, a rate 17 percent higher than students nationally.

SSM Health medical services open in UMSL Patient Care Center

Sep 22, 2017

The new SSM medical office, which is currently taking patients, increases access to primary care in the Normandy area and north St. Louis County.

Business alumna takes talents internationally with Mastercard

Sep 22, 2017

Tammy Hawkins is open to her software engineering career taking her just about anywhere in the world.

UMSL Tritons weekly rewind

Sep 18, 2017

Pat Ries helped UMSL improve to 3-1 in GLVC play with a goal and an assist in Sunday’s victory over Wisconsin-Parkside.

Eye on UMSL: A visit from Ken Burns

Sep 18, 2017

The filmmaker addresses a packed house Sept. 9 at UMSL’s Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center after a special preview of “The Vietnam War.”

Economics student gets up-close view of Washington interning in Sen. Claire McCaskill’s office

Sep 16, 2017

Graduate student Jordan Lucas gained a better understanding of government and an affinity for Washington’s vibrance through his experience over the summer.

International Business program receives 15th consecutive top 25 ranking

Sep 12, 2017

The program received a No. 24 ranking from U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Colleges” guidebook.

EP release, graduation up next for UMSL violinist and media studies major

Sep 12, 2017

Mario Miles-Turnage’s musical style draws on years of classical training and a knack for exploring what the violin can bring to many different genres.