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Quilt design, featuring deep blue and yellow.
University News, quilt exhibition, art gallery

The UCM Division of Art & Design to Present Juried Quilt Exhibition

The University of Central Missouri (UCM) Gallery of Art & Design presents “In or Out: Perspectives in Fiber,” a juried exhibition of art quilts opening August 19, 2024.

July 26, 2024
Librarian with books.
University News, library science

UCM's Master of Library Science Granted Candidacy Status for Accreditation by the American Library Association

The University of Central Missouri’s (UCM) goal to attain candidacy status from the American Library Association (ALA) for accreditation for the Master of Library Science (MLS) has succeeded.

July 26, 2024
Criminal justice students and faculty on stairs.
coffeyville community college, criminal justice and criminology, University News

UCM and Coffeyville Community College Establish Seamless Transfer Pathway for Criminal Justice and Criminology Degrees

The University of Central Missouri (UCM) and Coffeyville Community College (CCC) are pleased to announce a new articulation agreement that supports seamless transfer for students pursuing a four-year degree in Criminal Justice and Criminology. This partnership ensures a smooth transition from CCC's Associate in Arts in Sociology/Social Work to UCM's Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and Criminology.

July 23, 2024
Theatre and dance performers on stage.
Department of Theatre and Dance, State Fair Community College, University News

UCM and State Fair Community College Support Seamless Transfer for 4-Year Degrees in Theatre

The University of Central Missouri (UCM) and State Fair Community College (SFCC) are acting together to offer students a seamless path to earning a Theatre degree. UCM and SFCC announced new articulation agreements that will allow students enrolled in SFCC’s Associate of Fine Art (AFA) in Theatre programs to seamlessly transfer to UCM’s Bachelor of Fine Art (BFA) and Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Theatre programs.

July 23, 2024
Leadership Missouri members tour the MIC Workforce Development office.
University News, MIC Lee's Summit, Workforce Development

Leadership Missouri Focuses on Workforce and Tech During UCM Lee's Summit Visit

Workforce and technology training were the topics of the day as members of the Missouri Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Missouri program toured the University of Central Missouri (UCM) Lee's Summit at Missouri Innovation Campus (MIC) on July 17.

July 18, 2024
Professor Ronnie Rollins.
faculty news, University News

UCM's Rollins Named to AASCU's 2024 Emerging Leaders Program

University of Central Missouri (UCM) Professor Ronnie Rollins was named to the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) 2024 Emerging Leaders Program (ELP).

July 15, 2024
Student using extended reality tech.
Misssouri Innovation Campus, University News, legislative

Governor Parson Signs Budget Increasing Funding for the University of Central Missouri

University of Central Missouri (UCM) leaders expressed their appreciation for Missouri Governor Mike Parson and state legislators for developing a $51.7 billion Fiscal Year 2025 state budget that allocates a net core appropriation of $64 million to UCM. This represents an increase of nearly $1.9 million in expected revenue to UCM for FY 2025, bringing the University’s overall total operating budget to $178.4 million.

July 11, 2024
Students in classroom.
honors and awards, University News, Rankings

University of Central Missouri Earns Top Recognition in Abound's 2024 Rankings

The University of Central Missouri (UCM) announces its inclusion in the prestigious Abound College 100 Best Online Colleges, Best Online Colleges: Midwest, Best Colleges for Adults and Best Colleges for Military and Veterans award lists for 2024. UCM also earned recognition in the cohort of the Best 250 Grad Schools of 2024.

July 11, 2024
Hazmat graduating group.
Missouri innovation campus, career certificate programs, University News

Hazmat, Medical Billing and Sterile Processing Program Graduates Receive Certificates from UCM at Lee's Summit

Hazmat, Medical Billing and Sterile Processing Program Graduates Receive Certificates from UCM at Lee’s Summit

June 27, 2024
Remember the Dance poster
University News, Department of Theatre and Dance

UCM Theatre and Dance Recognized by Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival

UCM Theatre and Dance Recognized by Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival

June 27, 2024
UCM quad.
University News, Board of Governors, Finance and Administration

University of Central Missouri Board of Governors Approves FY 2025 Operating Budget Updates and Honors Distinguished Faculty and Staff

University of Central Missouri Board of Governors Approves FY 2025 Operating Budget Updates and Honors Distinguished Faculty and Staff

June 26, 2024
Extended Reality demonstration, with several viewing it.
University News, CBHE, Missouri innovation campus

UCM's Lee's Summit Campus Selected as Site for Missouri Coordinating Board of Higher Education's Annual Work Session

UCM’s Lee’s Summit Campus Selected as Site for Missouri Coordinating Board of Higher Education’s Annual Work Session

June 25, 2024
Veteran Voices from the Heartland MA student Joey Lake and undergraduate student Truman Harrow of UCM attend the session at the Midwest Genealogy Center in Independence, Missouri.
University News, military veterans

University of Central Missouri Joins Veterans Voices Professional Development for K-12 Educators

University of Central Missouri Joins Veterans Voices Professional Development for K-12 Educators

June 24, 2024
GEM program logo.
Military and Veteran Services, GEM, University News

UCM Partners with General Education Mobile (GEM) to Aid Airmen and Guardians

UCM Partners with General Education Mobile (GEM) to Aid Airmen and Guardians

June 24, 2024
Sean Martin
UCM-LS, student success, MIC, ucmblog

Hands-on Experience at UCM's Mixed Reality Studio Helps Recent Graduate Sean Martin in His Career Search

Joining the University of Central Missouri’s Mixed Reality Software Development Team greatly benefited recent UCM graduate Sean Martin as he launches his new career in computer science. Martin earned a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity and a bachelor’s in computer science software development, graduating cum laude in May 2022.

October 17, 2022
Jo Riese
UCM-LS, ucmblog, student success

Student Spotlight: Jo Riese Returns to UCM After Nearly 20 Years Away from College to Graduate With Honors

In May 2021, she received her bachelor’s degree in modern languages and culture - French. In addition, Riese’s oldest daughter graduated from UCM in 2015 with her youngest currently enrolled.

April 06, 2022
Rick Semanta
facstaff, MIC, ucmblog, UCM-LS

Rick Smetana Praises UCM for Valuable Degree Programs, Quality Instructors and Opportunities for Involvement

More than 20 years ago, Rick Smetana made the decision to check out the University of Central Missouri after a teacher in his Chicago suburb high school spoke highly of the school. Since then, Smetana has received four degrees from UCM, including several earned during his 24 years as a full-time university employee.

February 14, 2022
Madison Canton
UCM-LS, ucmblog, MIC

Quality Coursework Meets Hands-on Experiences Through Paid Internships for Missouri Innovation Campus Program Student

Thanks to a groundbreaking program from the University of Central Missouri, Madison Canton is poised to earn her bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity in May 2022, just two years after her graduation from Blue Springs High School, while also working toward a spring 2023 master’s degree graduation.

November 23, 2021
Chris Donnici and Jatyra Harris
MIC, ucmblog, UCM-LS, student success

Learn How the Missouri Innovation Campus Program Led These Grads to Careers at a Top Engineering Firm

Jatyra Harris and Chris Donnici, University of Central Missouri 2018 graduates, credit UCM’s Missouri Innovation Campus program with helping them launch a successful career at Burns & McDonnell just two years after graduating from high school.

October 25, 2021
Fashion and Apparel Merchandising
University News, ucmblog, student success

FAME: Tailoring the Next Generation of Fashion and Apparel Professionals

Throughout their University of Central Missouri experience, students seek not only an education but an academic area where high-caliber faculty members will engage them in meaningful hands-on experiences that will better prepare them for successful careers. For many students, the Fashion and Apparel Merchandising major, as a part of the School of Technology, provides such an opportunity.

June 21, 2021
UCM Student Jacob Danley
ucmblog, MIC, student success, UCM-LS

UCM Student Spotlight: Jacob Danley Earns Cybersecurity Degree and Begins New Job Just Two Years After High School Graduation

Within the space of a few weeks, Jacob Danley earned a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity from UCM and started a full-time job at Burns & McDonnell, both at age 20.

June 15, 2021
UCM Quad and Administration Building
ucmblog, financial aid

How to Earn Your Degree Without Breaking the Bank

The cost of tuition can be a major source of stress for many students looking to enter college. However, don’t be discouraged! There are many ways to keep college affordable.

December 07, 2020
UCM's 2019-2020 Awards and Accolades
ucmblog, student success, awards

Celebrate UCM's Campus Community Highlights of the '19-20 Academic Year [VIDEO]

Take a look back at the wide variety of awards, accolades and achievements UCM celebrated in 2019-2020.

August 31, 2020
Laughlin-Choate Wedding
University News, ucmblog

UCM Professor Helps Student Realize Dream: Pandemic Can't Stop Love

While teaching subjects such as organic chemistry may be his profession, Jay Steinkruger recently demonstrated chemistry of a different kind while making a University of Central Missouri student’s wedding dream come true at a very challenging time.

June 10, 2020
JCKL Library Lawn
ucmblog, student success

6 Reasons You Should Transfer to UCM

At UCM, we make transferring easy, and ensure you’ll find opportunities for success. In fact, 95% of UCM graduates launch their careers or continue their education within six months of graduation. Need more reasons? Here’s what you can look forward to when you choose UCM:

June 01, 2020
Zoom Travel
University News, ucmblog, student success

UCM Students Travel Virtually Amidst Coronavirus Pandemic

In a time where universities are closed, classes are online and study trips are canceled, Tricia Hansen-Horn, UCM professor and program coordinator of public relations, has found a way to help her students travel – virtually.

May 29, 2020
UCM Laptop
awards, student success, ucmblog

Get Connected: 10 Nationally Ranked Online Programs at UCM

With 22 programs, 10 certificate programs and hundreds of courses available online, UCM offers a wide variety of opportunities to pursue online learning. Here are a few of our online programs that have been recognized as some of the best in the country.

May 04, 2020
Origami Mule
UCM Blog, ucmblog

Learn How to Fold Your Own Origami Mule

Impress your friends by folding up your own bit of UCM pride. This origami mule makes a great desktop companion and takes less than five minutes to put together!

April 27, 2020
UCM Coloring Pages
UCM Blog, ucmblog

Get Creative with These Advanced UCM-Themed Coloring Activities

We hope you’re stocked up on art supplies: these UCM-themed coloring activities are highly detailed and designed to inspire the creativity of our most artistic Mules and Jennies!

April 14, 2020

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