Bachmann Book Series gives ‘Lessons for Leaders’

Oct 30, 2014

More than 350 UMSL students, faculty, staff and members of Edward Jones showed up to listen to alumnus Norm Eaker (right) interview John Bachmann.

Alumnus talks new mystery novel, St. Louis, time at UMSL

Oct 29, 2014

Rick Skwiot, BA sociology 1970, wrote “Fail,” which came out Oct. 27 via Blank Slate Press.

Study sheds light on timing of drug delivery, emerging field of chronotherapy

Oct 28, 2014

Michael Hughes, assistant professor of biology at UMSL, co-authored a study on gene expression published Oct. 27 in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

Student leaders get inside look at Rec Center progress

Oct 27, 2014

The much-anticipated Recreation and Wellness Center won’t open for another eight or nine months, but a few members of the UMSL community got a peek at its three-story interior.

Research grant helps student examine racial disparities in local drug arrests

Oct 26, 2014

Kristina Linden, who is majoring in criminology and criminal justice and psychology, is one of nine undergraduate students to receive a $1,000 grant from the College of Arts and Sciences.

Mercantile Library maps St. Louis through the centuries

Oct 23, 2014

“Mapping St. Louis History” includes a 30-foot-wide mapped view of St. Louis as it appeared in 1875. The exhibit is free, open to the public and on display through June.

National award-winning novelist visits MFA students

Oct 21, 2014

Award-winning debut novelist Anthony Marra (left) visited UMSL MFA in Creative Writing students including Matthew Vivian and read at the St. Louis County Library Headquarters.

Purnell, Roccia among NCI’s 30 Leaders in Their Thirties honorees

Oct 20, 2014

Andrea Purnell (left) is the director of communications and the arts for the Missouri Institute of Mental Health, and Miriam Roccia is the assistant dean of students.

Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Ian Johnson to speak at UMSL

Oct 19, 2014

He will discuss “Revolution from below?” about the political demonstrations in China from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Oct 30 in 331 of the Social Sciences & Business Building.

Students step up as peer educators for ‘Tritons think first’ effort

Oct 19, 2014

UMSL nursing major Madlyne Bogdajewicz is one of a handful of students volunteering as Triton Health Educators for an NCAA-funded project.

Veteran Studies director discusses (dis)connection between U.S. military, society

Oct 16, 2014

Associate Teaching Professor and U.S. Army veteran Jim Craig (standing) has been at the center of UMSL’s efforts to increase support for the university’s growing student veteran population.

Buddy program helps international students transition to life in US

Oct 16, 2014

The UMSL group is designed to meet the specific needs of international students, helping them transition smoothly to the US and thrive during their first months.

Newest class of Tritons includes 17 Bridge grads

Oct 13, 2014

Campus isn’t completely new to first-year students Chris Wieland and Khaliah Kelly, both of whom participated in UMSL’s precollegiate Bridge Program as high school students.

International response to Ebola focus of guest lecturer

Oct 9, 2014

Michael Williams, an expert on race and ethnicity, will discuss “Ebola: The International Response & Crisis of Pan-Africanism” from 12 to 1 p.m. Oct. 15 at UMSL.

Languages program receives high honor from Japanese Consulate

Oct 2, 2014

The program received a Salary Assistance Grant from the Japan Foundation, a prize that includes enough money to support a new Japanese Studies faculty position.

Eye on UMSL: Storyteller extraordinaire

Oct 1, 2014

Robert “Bobby” Norfolk, BGS 2003, wowed a crowd of more than 800 people during a special presentation at the University of Missouri–St. Louis’ annual Founders Dinner Sept. 26.

Couple’s love story, longtime ties to UMSL began freshman year

Sep 30, 2014

Ted and Amy Ficklen, who met as UMSL freshmen 34 years ago, are pictured in the same quad where Ted sometimes waited after class, hoping to cross paths with Amy.

Students sing UMSL’s praises in Founders Dinner video

Sep 29, 2014

Adrian Liddell was one of several students who discussed why they chose UMSL in a new video that made its debut at the annual Founders Dinner on Sept. 26.

Alumni honorees stand out in chosen fields

Sep 29, 2014

The 2014 Distinguished Alumni Award recipients include (from left) William Shiang, Claire M. Schenk, Barbara Willis Brown, Robert “Bobby” Norfolk and Kathleen Boyd-Fenger.

Lee Medal honors supporters of unique media merger

Sep 29, 2014

Representing the St. Louis Beacon and its supporters, Emily Rauh Pulitzer and Richard Weil (center) accepted the medal from UMSL Chancellor Tom George during the annual Founders Dinner Sept. 26.

Emerson’s ‘Ferguson Forward’ plan creates scholarships for local grads

Sep 23, 2014

On Sept. 18, Emerson chairman and CEO David Farr announced a five-year commitment of $1.5 million to provide scholarships to UMSL students from Ferguson, Mo., and surrounding communities.

UMSL makes Victory Media’s list of military-friendly schools

Sep 23, 2014

The University of Missouri–St. Louis is listed among the top 15 percent of American colleges, universities and trade schools when it comes to supporting student veterans.

Biology PhD student awarded grant for field research in Guyana

Sep 22, 2014

Gyanpriya Maharaj received the grant from The Rufford Foundation, based in the U.K., which helped finance her field research this summer.

Karen Bartoni honors father with new scholarship for veterans

Sep 21, 2014

The 1st Sgt. Gerald A. Barbee Veterans Endowed Jubilee Scholarship will benefit veterans who are students at UMSL.

UMSL alumna joins Peace Corps to teach Tonga children

Sep 18, 2014

Bailey Bollinger joined as a primary education volunteer, and on Sept. 5 began working with members of the community on life-improving and enriching programs in Tonga.

Magazine honors UMSL with national diversity award two years running

Sep 17, 2014

The university is one of two Missouri institutions receiving the 2014 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity award.

Faculty excellence in teaching, research, service in spotlight

Sep 17, 2014

The faculty recipients of the 2014 Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence include (from left) Xuemin “Sam” Wang, Shane Seely (Gitner Award), Susan Feigenbaum, Deborah Maltby, Gary Flotron and Jennifer Reynolds-Moehrle.

Rash, Torres, Westermeyer honored with Chancellor’s Award for Staff Excellence

Sep 17, 2014

UMSL Chancellor Tom George presented the awards, honoring each of the staff members for superior achievement and accomplishment, at the annual State of the University Address.

Schwantes to discuss pivotal era in St. Louis history

Sep 15, 2014

The interconnected history of St. Louis, railroads and commerce has led Carlos Schwantes, the St. Louis Mercantile Library Endowed Professor in Transportation Studies, on a lifelong journey of discovery.

Pattonville High School student gets real-world lab experience at UMSL

Sep 14, 2014

The lab internship was made possible through the American Chemical Society’s Project SEED, which helps economically disadvantaged students expand their education and career outlook.

Top-ranked International Business program provides global opportunities for students

Sep 11, 2014

The program landed its 12th consecutive top 20 ranking by U.S. News & World Report this week.

Students explore study abroad opportunities

Sep 11, 2014

UMSL students learned about Study Abroad options during the annual Study Abroad Fair Sept. 3 in the MSC rotunda.

Alumnus returns to UMSL to launch second career

Sep 10, 2014

Mark Heisohn works at St. Louis Children’s Hospital. He enrolled in UMSL’s nursing program after losing his longtime Chrysler job after the automotive factory closed its doors in 2008.

Economist to receive Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Service

Sep 9, 2014

Susan Feigenbaum, professor of economics, will be honored during the annual State of the University Address on Sept. 17 in the J.C. Penney Building at UMSL.

Campus community aims to log 100,000 active miles during September

Sep 9, 2014

Under the umbrella of the 100 Missouri Miles Challenge, the Campus Challenge has been launched to encourage wellness on college campuses throughout the state.

Undergrad’s cellular-level research tracks protein linked to Alzheimer’s disease

Sep 8, 2014

Misfolded amyloid-beta proteins, inflammatory responses, absorbance ratios – it sounds complicated because it is, admits Richard Davenport, a UMSL senior majoring in biochemistry and biotechnology.

Biologist earns Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Research and Creativity

Sep 7, 2014

Xuemin (Sam) Wang, the E. Desmond Lee Professor of Plant Sciences at UMSL, earned the honor for his groundbreaking research in plant biology.

Mascot Louie, students star in campus safety video

Sep 7, 2014

The short film covers key safety points, reminding the UMSL community of resources available through the UMSL Police Department and Student Affairs.

UMSL bat study featured on NPR’s ‘All Things Considered’

Sep 4, 2014

Bat hunting in a cemetery after dark sounds like a plot ripped from a horror movie. But it was all part of a recent scientific excursion involving a UMSL group.

Galápagos hawks hand down lice like family heirlooms, study finds

Sep 1, 2014

The group of researchers includes Patricia Parker, the E. Desmond Lee Professor in Zoological Studies and chair of the Department of Biology at UMSL.

STARS students receive LMI Aerospace Inc. Awards for Excellence in Research

Aug 28, 2014

Thirty aspiring scientists have been rewarded for a summer of hard work at the Students and Teachers as Research Scientists Program.

More students opt for on-campus living experience

Aug 26, 2014

Nearly 1,000 UMSL students are taking advantage of university-owned housing options this semester – an overall uptick of 6 percent.

Undergrad research grant fosters young scientist’s passion

Aug 25, 2014

Kaylyn Bauer, a UMSL junior majoring in biochemistry and biotechnology, spent the summer interning at the Danforth Plant Science Center.

50 days, 100+ events, 10 student picks

Aug 21, 2014

The UMSL campus is brimming with upcoming events. The new Weeks of Welcome guide gives a sense of the limitless possibilities for fun and enrichment this semester.

Eye on UMSL: Reaching out

Aug 20, 2014

UMSL staff members deliver items to St. Stephen’s Food Pantry in Ferguson. The local food pantry has experienced a spike in demand as a result of recent events.

Grant spurs undergrad’s research toward better batteries, vehicles

Aug 20, 2014

Senior physics major Henry Hamper eyes a batch of the nanoporous carbon material he makes for research projects aimed at improving batteries and hydrogen-powered vehicles.

MIMH hosts suicide prevention conference in Jefferson City

Aug 18, 2014

For more than a decade, the suicide rate in Missouri has been higher than the rate nationally.

UMSL alumnus named state girls track coach of the year

Aug 13, 2014

Sheldon Webster (front with medal), BSEd 1986, is the girls track and field coach at McCluer North High School in Florissant, Mo.

UMSL scholar examines evolution of learning

Aug 11, 2014

Aimee Dunlap, assistant professor of biology at UMSL, co-authored a study that was recently published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Science.

UMSL extends office hours to help students register, start off strong

Aug 10, 2014

Senior and campus tour guide Nicole Vickers says UMSL’s extended office hours allow busy students like her to start the semester strong.