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News, notices, and happenings for the UCM community for the week of Monday, April 22

Academics

Success Advising Center Closed for Staff Event
The Success Advising Center will close at 3:00 PM on Friday, April 26th for an end-of-semester event with our student employees. Please ...
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Farewell Reception for Provost Phil Bridgmon
Please join us on May 2 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. for a casual farewell reception for UCM's Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, ...
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Fall 2024 GA Rehire Process
Now is the time to submit GA rehire applications for the Fall 2024 semester. Please see attached instructions on how to enter GA rehire ...
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Provost Open Campus Forum - May 1
Provost Bridgmon invites you to participate in an Open Campus Forum on Wednesday May 1, 2024 at 3:30 p.m. via Zoom. These forums are an ...
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Awards & Honors

Dr. Stella Roden named Phi Kappa Phi Artist 2024-2026
Music faculty member, Dr. Stella Roden has been selected by The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi - the nation's oldest and most selective ...
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Dr. Ashley Gage and Alex Kent to receive the Outstanding Academic Advisor Awards for 2024
You are invited to celebrate all advisors and congratulate the recipients and nominees of this award in a reception April 30th at 3 p.m. ...
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Events

Cathy McGraw Culp's Retirement Celebration
We are proud to honor Cathy McGraw Culp for her 50-years of teaching. Please join us in celebrating her retirement on Friday, April 26th, in ...
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UCM's Founders Day Birthday Bash is THIS WEEK!
Students, faculty and staff are invited to celebrate UCM's founding day with our annual birthday bash featuring events at both the ...
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Join Us TODAY at the MIC for UCM's Founders Day Birthday Bash!
Students, faculty and staff are invited to celebrate UCM's founding day with our annual birthday bash. Free UCM flags will be handed out ...
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Mule Mall: New Student Orientation
New Student Orientation is right around the corner, and we would like to invite campus resources to participate in the Mule Mall Resource ...
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National Volunteer Week - Plant Sale
Mo Volunteers is partnering with the Horticulture club on Monday, April 22 with their annual plant sale. We will meet in the greenhouse on ...
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National Volunteer Week- Sustainability Mall
Mo Volunteers will have a table set up in the Union on Tuesday, April 23 from 10-2 at the Sustainability Mall. Stop by to create a pinecone ...
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National Volunteer Week- Wellness Wednesday
Prepare for finals week and relieve some stress! ...
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National Volunteer Week- One Thing Pledge
In honor of Earth Week, Mo Volunteers is dedicating their April Stop & Serve to the sustainability office on campus. Stop by MOVO's table in ...
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National Volunteer Week- Gardening & Adopt A Campus
Mo Volunteers is hosting a full day of gardening and clean up on Friday, April 26. From 10-1 students and staff will be helping the grounds ...
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FREE bowling for staff, faculty, and students for finals week
From April 29th to May 3rd the Union Bowling Center is offering FREE bowling for all UCM faculty, staff, and students. Just bring a valid ...
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Come De-Stress at the Library with Our Stress Less Week!
Everyone is invited to engage with fun, stress-busting activities at the Library, beginning April 22nd and through the end of Finals on May ...
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University of Central Missouri Champions Sustainability During Earth Week, April 22-27
From April 22-27, UCM's students, faculty and staff are set to demonstrate their commitment to environmental stewardship through a series of ...
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Give Mo' Stuff
Students are moving out soon! ...
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Join UCM for MIAA Day at the K on July 21!
The MIAA is coming to Kauffman Stadium on Sunday, July 21, 2024, and UCM is ready to show the competition who rules the realm! UCM ...
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The Office of Undergraduate Admissions Wants to Hear From You!!!
The Office of Undergraduate Admissions has created a google form to collect information about the faculty/staff experience with campus ...
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Earth Week Tabling and Outdoor Photo Contest!
Learn about the exciting Earth Week events happening and participate in the outdoor photo contest! We invite you to submit your best outdoor ...
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Earth Week Sustainability Mall
Stop by numerous tables on Sustainability provided by our campus organizations and community partners. Grab an air plant, learn about ...
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Earth Week Stream Team Cleanup
Participate in cleaning up the lake at Pertle via canoe! See attached file for UCM Earth Week Schedule.

For more information:
Download: Earth Week 2024.pdf
Contact Kaitlyn Correll at correll@ucmo.edu

Earth Week Stream Team Cleanup
Participate in cleaning up the lake at Pertle via canoe! See attached file for UCM Earth Week Schedule.

For more information:
Download: Earth Week 2024.pdf
Contact Kaitlyn Correll at correll@ucmo.edu

Earth Week Stream Team Cleanup
Participate in cleaning up the lake at Pertle via canoe! See attached file for UCM Earth Week Schedule.

For more information:
Download: Earth Week 2024.pdf
Contact Kaitlyn Correll at correll@ucmo.edu

CEA "Earth Day at the Farm"
Participate in family friendly activities including an upcycling project, seed balls, composting education, and more! Located at UCM Farm, ...
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Multicultural Visit Day hosted by The Center for Multiculturalism and Inclusivity
We are thrilled to announce the upcoming Multicultural Visit Day, hosted by The Center for Multiculturalism and Inclusivity at the ...
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Fashion Senior Showcase and Recycle Restyle Revamp Show
The Recycle, Restyle, Revamp fashion show will open for the Fashion Senior Showcase this Wednesday April 24 at 5:30 in Union 237. See ...
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Arcade Literary Magazine: Launch Party!
Join Arcade Literary Magazine at Spin! Pizza on Thursday April 25th 6-8pm to launch our brand new issue! There will be readings from this ...
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Join Us on the Quad TODAY for UCM's Founders Day Birthday Bash!
Students, faculty and staff are invited to celebrate UCM's founding day with our annual birthday bash featuring events at both the ...
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Faculty

Writing Symposium (second to last meeting for Spring 2024)
There are just 2 more Writing Symposium meetings this semester: this Friday April 26th and next Friday May 3. Come join a friendly community ...
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Faculty/Staff Training

Creating Innovative Test & Quiz Questions With ChatGPT
Thursday, May 2 ~ Noon-12:30pm (CST) ...
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DLII's Power Hour! (Your questions related to Blackboard, Zoom, Panopto, or course design answered.)
Thursday, April 25 from 9 - 10am. ...
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Feeling powerless during DLII's Power Hour?
Unable to sync up with the weekly scheduled date and time, and still in need of assistance with questions about Blackboard, Zoom, Panopto, ...
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Foundation & Alumni

Alumni Event in DFW
Our MuleNation Dallas Fort Worth chapter is having an event at GlobeLife stadium on June 22! Join us as we watch the Texas Rangers take on ...
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General

DATA Needed! / Campus to Community Service 2023-2024
In the past, you all have been very helpful in providing information about Community Service Activities conducted by academic departments, ...
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Just in time for Graduation - Greeting Cards Now Available!
Looking for the perfect greeting card? Swing by The Mule Post in Union 119 for a fantastic selection for every occasion. Birthdays, congrats ...
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Summer Hours Begin May 6
Starting Monday, May 6, UCM office hours will shift to summer hours of 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This change will be in effect until Friday, ...
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Health & Wellness

UCM Crisis Support Line
The UCM Counseling Center (part of Campus Community Health) has a 24-hour Crisis Support Line (660-543-8008) for students. Please share ...
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Human Resources/Payroll

2024 Performance Appraisals
Under UCM's current procedure - Performance Appraisals, written performance appraisals, and performance appraisal discussions for current ...
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Free Credit Monitoring Services for Our Campus Community
Dear students, faculty and staff, ...
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KMOS-TV

Love Canal and Environmental Policy
Revisit the story of the 1970s Love Canal disaster, one of the most notorious environmental and public health disasters in US history. The ...
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Celebrate the Arts on KMOS
Join actor Dule Hill (The West Wing, Psych) as he explores the power of the arts. The series captures diverse artists' stories from across ...
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The Changing Planet - Tonight at 7:00
Join conservation scientist Dr. M. Sanjayan for a global environmental health check of seven of Earth's bellwether biomes. From the Arctic ...
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Season 2 of Sister Boniface Mysteries
In the premiere episode of Season 2, Great Slaughter plays host to the summer roadshow of kids' TV show "Jolly Roger", much to the annoyance ...
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Celebrate Founders Day with KMOS!
Learn the history of our beloved UCM when you stream the 2021 documentary "Mule Tracks: UCM After 150 Years," narrated by Marion "Woody" ...
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Mules and Jennies Athletics

Mules Baseball Hosting Faculty/Staff Appreciation Day at the Ballpark - Friday, April 27th
On Saturday, April 27, at 2PM, Mules Baseball hosts the Missouri Southern State Lions. This game will be a faculty/staff appreciation game ...
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Jennies Softball hosting Military Appreciation Day on Friday, April 26th
Friday, April 26, will be Military Appreciation Day at UCM Softball. The Jennies host the Missouri Western Griffons in a doubleheader ...
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Mules Baseball Hosting Faculty/Staff Appreciation Day at the Ballpark - Saturday, April 27th
On Saturday, April 27, at 2PM, Mules Baseball hosts the Missouri Southern State Lions. This game will be a faculty/staff appreciation game ...
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News and Events

UCM Faculty Instrumental in Conducting Seminar Teaching Educators How to Document Lives of African American Civil War Veterans
An opportunity made possible by collaborative efforts that include the University of Central Missouri, 20 educators who teach grades 7-12 at ...
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Dady Honored as 2024 Missouri Association of Public Purchasing (MAPP) Buyer of the Year Award
Congratulations to Jessica Dady for her great work on behalf of UCM's Procurement Office. She was honored as the recipient of the 2024 ...
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Byler Faculty Award Honors Professor Boney's Impact on Students in Modern Languages Program
Described by professional colleagues as an energetic champion for students and a talented, dedicated and enthusiastic educator, Kristy ...
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UCM Board of Governors Meets April 24 by Phone, April 25 at MIC in Lee's Summit
The University of Central Missouri Board of Governors will meet Wednesday and Thursday, April 24-25. The board's Academic Affairs Committee ...
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UCM Cuts Ribbon Celebrating New Harbert Collegiate Golf Center, Commemorating New Era of Support, Success for Student Athletes
Ushering in a new era of support and success for the Mules and Jennies golf teams, the University of Central Missouri celebrated the opening ...
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UCM Students Secure Second Place in National Digital Marketing Competition
Four outstanding students from the University of Central Missouri have clinched second place in the prestigious 2024 National Digital ...
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Office of Technology

Windows 11 Migration Required Soon
On Tuesday, May 14th, eligible UCM-owned devices will undergo a mandatory migration to Windows 11. During the upgrade, devices will not be ...
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Openings & Closings

Art & Design Senior Shows Graphic Design, Illustration, and Interior Design
April 24 is the opening of the Spring 2024 Senior Show for Art & Design students preparing to graduate with degrees in Graphic Design, ...
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Counseling Center closed 11am-1pm Wed 4/24/24
The Counseling Center will be closed 11am-1pm in order for the staff to join in the Founders Day activities. ...
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Staff Council

Update on Recycling and Shredding
During our March Staff Council Meeting, a question was asked about the locations of the Pro Shred boxes and the on-campus recycling ...
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Student Activities

Central Leadership Council - Opportunity
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Pre-Law Student Association
The last Pre-Law Student Association meeting is Wednesday, April 24th, at 4:00 pm in Wood 107. Meet Richard Shield, the former Henry County ...
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You Are Invited

Retirement Reception for Jeff Murphy
Join us in celebrating the retirement of Jeff Murphy after serving the University of Central Missouri for nearly 35 years. His reception ...
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Retirement Celebration for Dr. Robert Fernquist
April 24, 2024, from 3:30-5:00 p.m. in Union 238. Drop-in as your schedule allows. The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences ...
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Retirement Celebration for Dr. Robert Fernquist
TODAY, April 24, 2024, from 3:30-5:00 p.m. in Union 238. Drop-in as your schedule allows. The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social ...
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Farewell Reception for Provost Phil Bridgmon
Please join us on May 2 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. for a casual farewell reception for UCM's Provost, Phil Bridgmon. We will be on the patio at ...
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Retirement For Cindy Whiting
Please join us on April 30th from 12-2pm to help celebrate Cindy Whiting Retirement. We will be at the Facilities planning and operation ...
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Celebrating Two Years of Care To Act, and Champion Recognition Awards
The Office of Health Promotion invites you to join us in celebrating two years of the Care To Act violence/harm prevention program at UCM, ...
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