The program gives participants a better understanding of what a future in science might look like and helps them see themselves in one of those careers.
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CLIMB concludes 11th summer helping area high school students gain hands-on scientific lab experience
The program gives participants a better understanding of what a future in science might look like and helps them see themselves in one of those careers.
CLIMB concludes 11th summer helping area high school students gain hands-on scientific lab experience
The program gives participants a better understanding of what a future in science might look like and helps them see themselves in one of those careers.
Nursing PhD graduate Erin Doan studies resilience in chronic stroke patients
Doan’s research focused on using a mindfulness-based stress reduction program to support recovery from stroke.
May graduate Carli Knopf takes international experience to Disney College Program
During her time at UMSL, Knopf studied international business and Japanese, and spent a year studying abroad at Rikkyo University in Tokyo.
May graduate Carli Knopf takes international experience to Disney College Program
During her time at UMSL, Knopf studied international business and Japanese, and spent a year studying abroad at Rikkyo University in Tokyo.
May graduate Carli Knopf takes international experience to Disney College Program
During her time at UMSL, Knopf studied international business and Japanese, and spent a year studying abroad at Rikkyo University in Tokyo.
College of Optometry Professor Julie DeKinder appointed chair of the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education
The organization is responsible for setting the standards for the profession of optometry.
College of Optometry Professor Julie DeKinder appointed chair of the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education
The organization is responsible for setting the standards for the profession of optometry.
College of Optometry Professor Julie DeKinder appointed chair of the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education
The organization is responsible for setting the standards for the profession of optometry.
Media Coverage: June 2025
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.
Media Coverage: June 2025
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.
Media Coverage: June 2025
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.
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On the Chinese stage: Jazz faculty, student combo performs abroad
The faculty and student jazz combo traveled to China this summer to perform at three of UMSL’s exchange universities.
Student’s iOS game app lands him programming internship
Computer science graduate student Eryn Cantrell’s summer internship is at the application and mobile development company Asynchrony in St. Louis.
Most Influential Business Women includes 5 UMSL alumnae
The weekly newspaper’s annual list recognizes St. Louis female business leaders representing industries ranging from finance to health care.
‘Beyond Ferguson’ conference looks at role of mental health
John Nanney, director of UMSL’s Community Psychological Service, helped to organize the June 13 event.
From hobbyist to UMSL’s 2015 poet laureate
Christopher Alex Chablé started writing poems to take a break from academic writing. Now he’s the 2015 UMSL poet laureate.
PhD candidate Ryan Barrett heads for Belarus on Boren fellowship
The UMSL student veteran, whose dissertation research is focused on Russian foreign policy, will study the Russian language in Minsk.
Alumni honored during annual Salute to Business Achievement
Honorees included (from left) Richard C. Bresnahan, Sandra Van Trease, Robert G. Spelbrink III, Tammy L. Hawkins, Chris Gaia and Russell Odegard.
DNA, supramolecular chemistry research wins PhD student science award
Joe Meisel won the 2015 Ciel DeGutis Award for “transfecting” cells with DNA, research that has implications for genetic disease.
Regional development association honors UMSL for Ferguson response
Chancellor Tom George accepted a Community Development Award on UMSL’s behalf at North County Incorporated’s annual breakfast.
Eye on UMSL: Book lovers
Young readers Caroline and London show off summer selections from the newly installed Little Free Library on UMSL’s South Campus.
Alan Byrd discusses college access, youth jobs on Nine Network’s ‘Stay Tuned’ series
Byrd said preparation for the working world begins early – as do common barriers.
Tiny campus library attracts patrons of all sizes
UMSL Professor Keith Miller recently installed a Little Free Library at the main entrance to Marillac Hall.
Anthropology alumnus tracks Cahokian pottery
Tony Farace, who completed his bachelor’s degree in anthropology at UMSL this spring, stands atop Monks Mound.
First Opportunity Scholars graduate
Briona Perry and Elle Fitzpatrick are on to bigger dreams with their bachelor’s degrees in biology.
MIMH certifies first deaf Mental Health First Aid instructors
James Frost, Colleen Burdiss and De Linda Kelly celebrate their certification as Missouri’s first deaf Mental Health First Aid instructors.
Eye on UMSL: Feet in pond
Amanda Davis and Shane Bower’s friendly competition of rock-paper-scissors ended with their feet in the pond.
Biology graduate studies avian malaria parasites in Cuba
Lindsey Gray’s research was made possible by grants the recent graduate received during her senior year at UMSL.
UMSL alumnus, Muny CEO featured in Catholic St. Louis magazine
Dennis “Denny” Reagan began working at The Muny in 1968 as a summer hire. He became president and CEO in 1991.
Army veteran, UMSL manager Karen Pierre joins USO board
For Karen Pierre serving on the USO advisory board is about coming full circle and giving back.
Mental health expert discusses art, healing, advocacy on KETC
Andrea Purnell shared her perspective on art’s relationship to healing and advocacy.
Remembering UMSL’s first and only palace
Table tennis tournaments were a regular thing on campus at The Fun Palace before it closed in 1984.
Night at the opera
The UMSL Opera Theatre’s 2014 production of “The Mikado” continued the group’s tradition of presenting dazzling and imaginative shows.
Students, donors connect at scholarship luncheon
Among those who shared their stories were (from left) Kathy Reeves, Déjà Patrick and Amy Cabanas.
Commencement weekend marks more than 1,000 milestones
Graduating students will join UMSL alumna Safia Madani, who is shown here celebrating with family at the December commencement.
UMSL alumni grow the St. Louis startup scene
In addition to founding successful companies, alumni like Jan Christian Andersen are helping to redefine the city’s entrepreneurial environment.
Alumna puts Japanese skills to work upon return from Tokyo
Rosella Ledermann speaks Japanese as a Harley-Davidson sales representative for international customers.
Graduate students collaborate on ‘Arch Perspectives’ exhibition
It will be on view in the Missouri History Museum’s Atrium Gallery for six months beginning in late August.
UMSL vision scientist studies new golf ball that improves accuracy
Carl Bassi set out to discover whether a new, innovative ball could lead to improved putting.
UMSL alumnus receives UM System award for giving back
Hubert H. Hoosman Jr. received the 2015 University of Missouri System’s Presidential Citation Award.
Eye on UMSL: Flying
UMSL students (from left) Annie Nohava, Juliana Knaup and Nick Perez ride the Cliffhanger during the UMSL Mirth Week carnival.
Rochelle Henderson’s numbers change patients’ lives
She earned her doctorate in political science at UMSL and is now the senior director of health services at Express Scripts in St. Louis.
Voices of Ferguson
The death of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Mo., on Aug. 9 changed the St. Louis region forever.
Meet Natalie Smith: PRIZM president, LGBT advocate, community builder
She oversaw the Walls of Intolerance event, where students shared moments of discrimination on red paper bricks.
Cardinals tickets and more at UMSL Night at the Ballpark
UMSL Night at the Ballpark is Sept. 4. Festivities include a pre-game reception, an exclusive field visit and limited edition St. Louis Cardinals baseball caps.
Distinguished service honorees embody ‘Triton spirit’
UMSL recognized three alumni and one student with 2015 Distinguished Service Awards at the 39th Chancellor’s Report to the Community on Friday.
Mental health advocate, leader awarded Chancellor’s Medallion
Director of the Missouri Department of Mental Health Keith Schafer (center) was awarded the Chancellor’s Medallion on May 1.
Business student garners praise for amazing skills as US sled hockey goalie
UMSL senior Steve Cash was recently featured on TeamUSA.org for his outstanding record as a two-time Paralympic gold medalist.
Counseling associate professor receives Group Practice Award
Angela Coker received the award for her development of the innovative SisterScholars-in-Training group at UMSL.
Botanical Garden internship focuses on endangered species research
Senior biology major Rachel Becknell studied the endangered species commonly called Pyne’s ground plum through the internship.
Week of service, advocacy in D.C. inspires student leader
“Sometimes you do things that make you step outside your comfort zone, and they can lead to great experiences.”
The different hats of Chancellor Tom George, but especially the science one
People know the name Tom George as chancellor of the University of Missouri–St. Louis. But he does so many other...
Statewide association surprises dean of enrollment with service award
Alan Byrd (left) received the Peggy Clinton Memorial Service Award on April 13 from the Missouri Association for College Admission Counseling.
Print fair a family tradition for father-daughter art dealers
Scott Kerr is president of McCaughen & Burr Fine Arts, where his daughter Sara Kerr, a UMSL art history student, also works full time.
UMSL aviation expert talks to KSDK about Lambert Airport history
Daniel Rust, assistant director of the Center for Transportation Studies, discussed the historical significance of the airport and its namesake.
Bilingual poet’s second collection shifts to second language
María T. Balogh, who teaches Spanish, creative writing and South American literature at UMSL, is the author of “Cumbia Soul.”
Mirth Week means 6 full days of campus cheer
Mirthday has grown into Mirth Week this year. Instead of one day in April, the festivities will fill a week.
Cooking up a neighborhood
Chef and restaurant owner Ben Poremba (BA philosophy 2003) is helping revitalize the Botanical Heights neighborhood in St. Louis.
Summer STARS program to turn high school students into college scientists
This summer, 68 high school juniors will fill UMSL laboratories, conducting science research involving everything from fighting cervical cancer to designing and building satellites.
Psychology professor, Nawgan co-founder talks startups, research at UMSL
UMSL Director of MIMH and psychology Professor Rob Paul knows about startups and research after his ventures in producing a brain alertness drink called Nawgan.
Mercantile’s upcoming print fair showcases ‘the power of paper’
“Lepidoptera,” Plate XXIII from Natural History of the Insects of China by E. Donovan, 1838, is just one example of the art visitors may find at the fair.
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