At the University of Central Missouri, we believe in the power of stories to inform, inspire and connect. The UCM News Bureau serves as the university's central source for official news, announcements and feature stories that highlight the achievements, events and initiatives shaping our campus community.
Our team provides timely, accurate and engaging content that reflects the university's commitment to academic excellence, student success and community engagement. Whether you're a student, faculty or staff member, alumnus, journalist or visitor, we invite you to explore our latest updates and discover the many ways UCM is redefining what's possible locally, nationally and globally.
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) Division of Music presents pianist Michael Clark in a solo performance of “XX26: Keyboard Music Across Five Centuries.”
September 14, 2026
The Department of Veterans Affairs announced the University of Central Missouri (UCM) has received a $255,451 grant to memorialize veterans interred in VA and VA grant-funded cemeteries as part of the National Cemetery Administration’s Veterans Legacy Program (VLP).
September 10, 2026
Enjoy an evening of entertainment as the University of Central Missouri (UCM) Division of Theatre and Dance presents “Ride or Die!!!” featuring four student-directed one-act plays Sept. 10-12.
September 08, 2026
In this episode, Alex Greenwood talks with Vice President for the Office of Integrated Marketing and Communications, Susan Smedley, about how IMC supports the University of Central Missouri (UCM) through strategy, storytelling, and service.
May 04, 2026
In this episode, Dr. Maggie Segnitz, Director of the Success Advising Center at the University of Central Missouri, shares insights into success advising, its role in student achievement, and how it differs from traditional advising. Discover how UCM supports students from undecided majors to graduation and the importance of relationship-building in higher education.
April 27, 2026
In this Season Three premiere, host Alex Greenwood talks with "the Great Connector," David Pearce, UCM’s Executive Director for Governmental Relations, about his path from politics to higher education advocacy. David breaks down how relationships drive real progress in Jefferson City, recent legislative wins that matter for UCM, and why civic engagement still counts.
November 07, 2025
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Main Areas: Missouri Legislative Session, Employment Opportunities in Politics and Government for College Students, Current Events and Their Political Implications
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Main Areas: Wildlife Disease, Vector-Borne Pathogens, Plague Sylvatic Cycle, Microbial Genetics, Microbial Ecology
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Main Areas: Entomology, Butterfly Conservation, Pollination
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UCM's Integrated Marketing and Communications (IMC) staff is available to answer media questions, present an overview of our campus community, identify subject-matter experts in our faculty, provide photos/video footage and work with you on articles related to higher education.
