Fewer than 10% of ABS members are elected fellows, and they must be engaged in research of animal behavior for at least 10 years and have made distinguished contributions to the field.
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Biology Professor Aimee Dunlap elected a fellow of the Animal Behavior Society
Fewer than 10% of ABS members are elected fellows, and they must be engaged in research of animal behavior for at least 10 years and have made distinguished contributions to the field.
Biology Professor Aimee Dunlap elected a fellow of the Animal Behavior Society
Fewer than 10% of ABS members are elected fellows, and they must be engaged in research of animal behavior for at least 10 years and have made distinguished contributions to the field.
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.
Acappellooza Summer brings more than 140 high school students to UMSL campus
The annual overnight music camp features an immersive four days of singing led by some of the world’s best-known names in a cappella music.
Acappellooza Summer brings more than 140 high school students to UMSL campus
The annual overnight music camp features an immersive four days of singing led by some of the world’s best-known names in a cappella music.
Acappellooza Summer brings more than 140 high school students to UMSL campus
The annual overnight music camp features an immersive four days of singing led by some of the world’s best-known names in a cappella music.
UMSL Athletics continues to post high marks in competition, classroom during 2024-25 academic year
The Tritons finished 68th nationally in the Learfield Directors’ Cup Division II standings and matched a school record with 187 Academic All-GLVC honorees.
UMSL Athletics continues to post high marks in competition, classroom during 2024-25 academic year
The Tritons finished 68th nationally in the Learfield Directors’ Cup Division II standings and matched a school record with 187 Academic All-GLVC honorees.
UMSL Athletics continues to post high marks in competition, classroom during 2024-25 academic year
The Tritons finished 68th nationally in the Learfield Directors’ Cup Division II standings and matched a school record with 187 Academic All-GLVC honorees.
Business alum Ryan Bowman ready to hit ground running with Terrace Wealth
Bowman, who earned his BSBA from UMSL in 2013, served two tours of duty in Iraq with the United States Army after graduating from Francis Howell Central High School.
Business alum Ryan Bowman ready to hit ground running with Terrace Wealth
Bowman, who earned his BSBA from UMSL in 2013, served two tours of duty in Iraq with the United States Army after graduating from Francis Howell Central High School.
Business alum Ryan Bowman ready to hit ground running with Terrace Wealth
Bowman, who earned his BSBA from UMSL in 2013, served two tours of duty in Iraq with the United States Army after graduating from Francis Howell Central High School.
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UMSL, WUSTL celebrate 20 years of engineering education
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UMSL Business College rated among nation’s elite
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UMSL’s Center for Character and Citizenship receives grants to create online resource
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High-heeled and waxed, UMSL student steps into ‘Rocky Horror’ role
Forty years after “The Rocky Horror Show” debuted on a London stage the musical continues to be a fan favorite. Much of the fanfare flamed by the 1975 film “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” which generated a worldwide cult following.
Prestigious Spanish publisher spotlights UMSL instructor’s poems
María Teresa Balogh never knows when inspiration may strike. So just in case, she carries a little book with her, ready to jot down ideas.
UMSL marks Jubilee with specially commissioned symphony
To mark its 50th anniversary the University of Missouri–St. Louis commissioned composer and UMSL music professor Barbara Harbach to write an original performance piece. Her creation will make its debut next month.
UMSL’s Month of Community Giving begins
Give a little, help a lot. It’s the University of Missouri–St. Louis’ Month of Community Giving, an annual campus giving campaign that benefits the causes of the United Way of Greater St. Louis and the Community Health Charities of Kansas and Missouri. Combined, they are community partners to more than 250 nonprofit organizations.
UMSL conference to focus on work of iconic gay Greek poet
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Fun times fast approaching at UMSL’s Family Weekend
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UMSL German Culture Center coordinator receives Carl Schurz Heritage Award
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UMSL education scholar helps establish CoLab, conference for educators
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‘Catfish’ on campus: Documentary star Nev Schulman to speak at UMSL
In the 2010 documentary “Catfish,” Nev Schulman famously tracked down the online paramour who had duped him into a cyber relationship. The film spawned an MTV reality series and solidified the term “catfish” in the American lexicon as a person who pretends to be someone they’re not, using social media to create a false identity, particularly to pursue deceitful online romances.
2 MFA alumni to read at Gallery 210
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UMSL to honor Prince Albert II of Monaco for his environmental work
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UMSL criminologist earns Gerald and Deanne Gitner Excellence in Teaching Award
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Chinese artistic treasure to take Touhill stage
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UMSL’s International Business program ranked 14th by U.S. News
Like a fine wine, the International Business program at the University of Missouri–St. Louis is improving with age. The program landed its 11th consecutive top 20 ranking by U.S. News & World Report and moved up the list this year.
UMSL music students praise department in creative video
It’s a virtual love letter to the Department of Music at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.
UMSL Be Inspired campaign moves to spring
This time last year the University of Missouri–St. Louis was in full giving mode. UMSL’s Be Inspired campaign had faculty and staff donating to the university to support the programs that inspire them.
UMSL digital media expert to discuss trends, applications
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UMSL makes ‘Best Bang for Your Buck’ list
Three years ago, the University of Missouri–St. Louis began using its trademarked positioning statement: “Serious education. Serious value.” That statement has resonated well with prospective students and its validity has received another national endorsement.
UMSL chemist recognized for research excellence
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Installation artist Sarah Frost unveils ‘SITE’ at Gallery 210
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UMSL’s Put It Out Day part two: Still seriously tobacco-free
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Language instructor’s spirited teaching earns her Chancellor’s Award for Excellence
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Summer abroad makes for worldly UMSL business students
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Des Lee Fine Arts Education Collaborative honored for enriching St. Louis arts community
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Eye on UMSL: For the children
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Social work professor earns Fulbright to establish program in India
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UMSL establishes new BCBA licensure program
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UMSL Events for Aug. 16-22, 2013
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Public radio story highlights Galapagos Islands research by UMSL students
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STARS program marks 25 years of mentoring aspiring scientists
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