‘Triton F.L.Y. Week’ promotes financial literacy among students with help from hip-hop artist Dee-1

Apr 15, 2019

Juniors and seniors from nearby high schools joined UMSL students at the kickoff concert last Tuesday at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.

Eye on UMSL: In bloom

Apr 15, 2019

A cherry blossom tree started showing off its pink flowers on an early spring day outside of Thomas Jefferson Library, providing the perfect complement for a student taking in the sunset. 

Civil Rights Tour gives students chance to experience history firsthand

Apr 15, 2019

A three-day spring break trip through historic sites from the Civil Rights Movement left a deep impression on a group of 20 UMSL students.

UMSL Tritons weekly rewind

Apr 15, 2019

The softball team ran its conference record to 12-6 with a two-game sweep of Maryville heading into the final games of this season’s home schedule.

Gualtiero Piccinini honored with K. Jon Barwise Prize for work in philosophy and computation

Apr 15, 2019

PIccinini is the 16th recipient of the award, which recognizes significant and sustained contributions to areas relevant to philosophy and computing.

Eva Colberg wants to be the human element in science

Apr 15, 2019

The biology PhD student hopes to bring science communication to the masses to make a positive change for conservation.

College of Business Administration signs dual degree agreement with South Korean university

Apr 12, 2019

The agreement with Chonnam National University will enrich MBA classrooms and allow students to become degree holders from both institutions.

Economics alumna leads St. Louis Fed’s award-winning education initiatives

Apr 12, 2019

Mary Suiter, economic education officer at the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, cultivated an affinity at UMSL for what would become her life’s work.

UMSL alumnus takes creative talents, witty humor to Yahoo!’s NBA social platforms

Apr 11, 2019

John Nichols, who earned his business administration degree in 2008, has made a career out of creating viral content and commenting on the NBA.

College of Education launches Vernon C. Mitchell Sr. Scholarship for aspiring school leaders

Apr 8, 2019

The 1979 MEd alumnus was a respected school administrator in north St. Louis County for more than 35 years.

Youth Violence Prevention Conference generates important dialogue between practitioners, researchers

Apr 8, 2019

Retiring Professor Finn-Aage Esbensen organized the conference for his 18th and final time last Thursday in the J.C. Penney Auditorium.

Doctoral student Juan Moreira-Hernández researching bat-pollinated tropical plants and sharing love of biology

Apr 8, 2019

The Costa Rica native has taken an active role in the Jennings-UMSL Mentorship Program among other outreach opportunities since coming to St. Louis.

Eye on UMSL: An exciting exam

Apr 8, 2019

UMSL Assistant Clinical Professor of Optometry Linda Du administered an eye-opening exam in the vision therapy room at the Patient Care Center on South Campus.

UMSL Opera Theatre pushes boundaries with ‘The Medium’

Apr 8, 2019

Coming off a national award, the troupe shifted gears into darker, more challenging subject matter and musical territory.

UMSL welcomes Dixie Williams as director of admissions

Apr 8, 2019

Williams, who has spent her entire career in higher education, brings experience and expertise from three other campuses across Missouri.

UMSL Tritons weekly rewind

Apr 8, 2019

The women’s tennis team logged two wins as senior Salome Bleuler drew closer to the program’s all-time singles wins record.

Students, faculty work on display in ‘Hung Together’ exhibition at Gallery 210

Apr 4, 2019

The show will run in tandem with an exhibition called “The Climate of My Mind” from April 13 through May 11.

Rachel Winograd receives President’s Award for Intercampus Collaboration

Apr 4, 2019

The associate professor at the Missouri Institute of Mental Health was recognized for her work with colleagues around the state combating the opioid crisis.

UMSL undergrads to present research at state Capitol

Apr 3, 2019

From alienation among veterans to fluorescent metallofluorenes, student research is getting a day in the spotlight.

William Kristol, Sarah Kendzior headline 7th annual Public Values Symposium

Apr 1, 2019

UMSL joined FOCUS St. Louis in hosting the event with a theme of “Being a Change Agent in a Divided Nation.”

Eye on UMSL: Building good chemistry

Apr 1, 2019

Researchers took a break from their work in the lab of UMSL Curators’ Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry Alexei Demchenko.

Media Coverage: March 2019

Apr 1, 2019

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.

Newman Civic Fellow balances service, involvement, two minors and a certificate

Apr 1, 2019

Campus Compact selected College of Nursing and Pierre Laclede Honors College student Danielle Friz as one of its 2019 fellows.

UMSL Tritons weekly rewind

Apr 1, 2019

The men’s tennis team extended its winning streak to six when it beat Southern Indiana 5-2 last Wednesday, but the 45th-ranked Tritons fell Saturday at No. 23 Drury.

Harris Center in elite company supporting students in environmental conservation

Mar 29, 2019

ProFellow recently included UMSL and its center on a select list of universities providing full funding opportunities for ecologically focused doctoral students.

University of Missouri Research Board awards provide boost to promising research at UMSL

Mar 28, 2019

A total of 11 faculty members received grants for projects in psychological sciences, social work, counseling, supply chain and analytics, English and music.

Harry Hawkins honored at 2019 Midwest LGBTQIA Rights Conference

Mar 27, 2019

The UMSL LGBTQ+ coordinator received a Lead OUT Loud Award for his contributions to the 2018 Transgender Spectrum Conference.

Laura Miller takes a deep dive to elevate awareness of Japanese culture

Mar 26, 2019

Traveling alone in Japan, Miller had been stranded until strangers helped her. Since then, she’s made awareness of Japan her mission.

Rebecca Boyer shares career wisdom during Distinguished Speaker Series event

Mar 25, 2019

The accounting alumna spoke during the annual event in honor of Women’s History Month at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.

Eye on UMSL: Technically speaking

Mar 25, 2019

Tom Roedel, Gretchen Haskell and David Gellman gathered for an episode of their weekly Thursday morning show “Tech Sludge” on The U, UMSL’s community radio station.

Student-designed hiring platform earns $15,000 in first EQ Student Accelerator competition

Mar 25, 2019

Letisha Wexstten finished first in the competition with HireMe, an online platform designed for job seekers who have disabilities.

UMSL Tritons weekly rewind

Mar 25, 2019

The softball team continued its hot streak with a pair of two-game sweeps, including one over defending national champion Southern Indiana.

Powerful words from the 5 UMSL Trailblazers of 2019

Mar 25, 2019

The Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion named Nicole Gevers, Ashley Johnson, Luimil Negrón, Kathleen Nigro and Kim Song as recipients of the 24th annual award.

A visual trip through Chancellor Tom George’s tenure at UMSL

Mar 25, 2019

UMSL Daily takes a look at some of the highlights of George’s 16 years leading the university.

College of Education announces new research awards program

Mar 22, 2019

Eight faculty members presented their research at a Wednesday symposium meant to highlight the scholarly work produced by the college.

University of Missouri–St. Louis Chancellor Tom George announces retirement  

Mar 21, 2019

Barbara Harbach, George’s wife and the director of the School of Fine and Performing Arts, is also retiring. They have spent 16 years in leadership at the university.

UMSL named one of nation’s Most Affordable Colleges by Study.com

Mar 20, 2019

Quality educational offerings, high freshman retention rate and generous financial aid contributed to UMSL’s No. 8 ranking.

Clinical psychology PhD ranked No. 11 by Grad School Hub

Mar 20, 2019

The ratings website applauded the program’s low cost to students as well as its specialized research topics, faculty support and hands-on training.

Ask an Expert: Anne Austin and the looted Coffin of Nedjemankh

Mar 20, 2019

The assistant professor of anthropology and UMSL Daily talk looting, repatriation, ISIS, Hobby Lobby, the Metropolitan Museum of Art and more.

Chancellor Tom George receives Distinguished Eagle Scout Award

Mar 19, 2019

Ron Green, the CEO of the Greater St. Louis Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America, made the presentation Saturday evening at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.

Face time: Students mingle with and try to impress potential employers at Spring Career Fair

Mar 18, 2019

More than 300 current students and alumni attended last Friday’s fair, which featured representatives from 120 companies and organizations.

Eye on UMSL: An inspirational view

Mar 18, 2019

Tributes to inspirational women dotted the windows on the Millennium Student Center Bridge in celebration of Women’s History Month, which runs through the end of March.

Chancellor Tom George discusses ‘Soccer Balls from Outer Space’ during Astronomy on Tap event

Mar 18, 2019

George gave one of the two featured talks on buckminsterfullerene molecules during the March 11 event at Urban Chestnut Brewing Company.

Graphic design students showcase work at thesis show

Mar 18, 2019

Bachelor’s candidates presented projects that they had been working on since August to an audience of students, faculty members and design professionals at the Lee Theater.

UMSL Tritons weekly rewind

Mar 18, 2019

The baseball team won four of five games behind a powerful week at the plate from junior outfielder Derrick Freeman.

College of Optometry alumnus appointed to state board

Mar 18, 2019

Scott Ream will take his experience to Jefferson City where he’ll help oversee licensing, optometry schools, continuing education and malpractice.

National award comes as pleasant surprise for education alumna

Mar 15, 2019

Therese Shain didn’t know until a school assembly that she’d been chosen to receive a Milken Educator Award. She is among 33 honorees nationally in 2019.

UMSL launches new degree programs in computing technology, entrepreneurship

Mar 14, 2019

The Missouri Coordinating Board for Higher Education approved a bachelor’s degree in computing technology and a business administration emphasis in entrepreneurship.

Vice Chancellor Paul Herring eyes new goals for University Advancement

Mar 13, 2019

Herring spent his first 100 days learning UMSL’s culture, getting to know donors and establishing a vision for the units he oversees.

Education professor James Shuls argues for more flexible teacher salaries on ‘St. Louis on the Air’

Mar 12, 2019

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.