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From Art in Children's Books to Making Ordinary Extraordinary, Gallery to Host Two Exhibitions
A creative hub that features works ranging from the home-grown creations of students and, faculty to artists from across the country, the University of Central Missouri Gallery of Art and Design begins the 2022-2023 academic year with two free exhibitions Aug. 17 through Sept. 17.
August 16, 2022
UCM Counseling Center Offers New 24-hour Crisis Support Line
Understanding that a crisis can occur anytime in a student’s life, the University of Central Missouri Counseling Center is expanding its services this fall to include a new 24-hour Crisis Support Line.
August 11, 2022
Bridgmon Appointed to State Committee on Transfer and Articulation
After many college and university students begin their higher education the pathway to earning a degree may take them to multiple campuses before they have diploma in hand. Through a recent statewide appointment, Phil Bridgmon, provost and vice president for academic affairs at the University of Central Missouri, is now in a position to help impact the smooth transfer and articulation of Missouri students who seek a higher education.
August 11, 2022
The Honors College Celebrates Move to Achauer House Aug. 17
With roots that date back to 1958, the University of Central Missouri Honors College is celebrating a new milestone in its history with a change in location. The grand opening at the Achauer House, 314 S. Holden St., Warrensburg, is planned for 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 17, and all members of the university community and other interested individuals are invited to attend.
August 10, 2022
UCM Adopts Care to Act Multilevel Approach to Engaging Community in Violence Prevention
Building upon a culture that encourages individuals to make a positive difference in the lives of others, the University of Central Missouri this fall is introducing the Care To Act initiative.
August 09, 2022
Get the Red Out 2022 Planned for Sept. 8, Vendor Registration Continues
A free family-fun event that annually brings thousands of people to the University of Central Missouri campus, UCM and the Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce will sponsor the 2022 Get the Red Out street fair 4 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8.
August 04, 2022
UCM's First 'Grow Your Own Teachers' Cohort Graduates with All 17 Launching Careers
The University of Central Missouri Grow Your Own Teachers program provides significant benefits to adult learners as well as school districts with the first 17 program graduates entering their own classrooms this fall. Thanks to a partnership with 14 districts, this unique collaboration helps paraprofessionals earn a bachelor’s degree in education while working full time.
July 19, 2022
UCM Designated a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense by NSA
The University of Central Missouri has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense by the National Security Agency.
July 18, 2022
UCM Joins Forces with PeakActivity and Unity Technologies to Support Augmented Reality Experiences for Students
Thanks to a new collaboration involving the University of Central Missouri, PeakActivity and Unity Technologies, students are participating in enhanced augmented-reality (AR) experiences in the university’s Mixed Reality Studio, located in UCM’s Missouri Innovation Campus in Lee’s Summit.
July 13, 2022
Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies' Online MBA Nationally Ranked by Fortune
For the second consecutive year, Fortune Education, a subsidiary of Fortune Media, has ranked the part-time MBA program at the University of Central Missouri as a top program in the nation.
July 12, 2022
Missouri Attorney General Grants Community Partnership Award to UCM Public Safety for Role in Helping with SAFE Kit Initiative
The University of Central Missouri’s Department of Public Safety was recently recognized by Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt as the recipient of a Community Partner Award. Public Safety was one of more than 650 Missouri entities, including law enforcement and hospitals, to receive this commendation for their vital assistance in completing the Phase II inventory of sexual assault kits with the state’s SAFE Kit Initiative.
July 08, 2022
Missouri Safety Center Partners with National Program, KCPD to Offer No-cost Officer Safety Training at Regional Academy in July, August
The Missouri Safety Center at the University of Central Missouri is pleased to announce its partnership with the National Law Enforcement Roadway Safety Program (NLERSP) and the Kansas City Police Department to provide no-cost officer safety training to law enforcement professionals at the Kansas City Police Department Regional Police Academy during the months of July and August, 2022. The NLERSP training will provide law enforcement executives, supervisors, trainers, and patrol officers with evidence-based strategies and tactics to improve officer safety during traffic stops, emergency response driving, all-weather driving, and roadway operations.
July 06, 2022
CASE District VI 'Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging in Advancement Work' Panel Includes Input from UCM President, Coordination from Staff
In an effort to further understanding of the value of making individuals feel welcome, valued and included in higher education, University of Central Missouri President Roger Best recently participated in a panel discussion on “Diversity, Equity Inclusion and Belonging in Advancement Work.” The panel, which also featured Dr. Susan B. Wilson, retired vice chancellor for diversity and inclusion at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, and UCM alumna Jessica Ramirez, ’99, vice president of advancement at Cleveland University-Kansas City, took place on June 23 at UMKC.
June 29, 2022
Dedication to Helping Students Succeed Results in National Recognition for Two UCM Members with Roles in Academic Advisement
After honoring a University of Central Missouri faculty member in 2021 with the Global National Academic Advisement Association’s (NACADA) Outstanding Advisor Award, NACADA this year is recognizing both a faculty and staff member with one of its prestigious honors. Matthew J. Garver, Ph.D., is receiving the Global NACADA Outstanding Advisor Award – Faculty Advising Role, and Jacqueline Faria is being honored with the Global NACADA Outstanding Advisor Award – Primary Advisor Role.
June 29, 2022
Fourth-Generation UCM Alumna in IMC Honored with Foster-Inglish Prize
As a member of a family that produced four generations of University of Central Missouri graduates, Ellen Blaize has a lot of appreciation for her alma mater, and sharing her passion for UCM through her work in the Office of Integrated Marketing and Communications is getting noticed. She was recently recognized as the recipient of the 2022 Carl B. Foster/John M. Inglish Prize for Outstanding Achievement and Service in Public Relations.
June 23, 2022
Dr. Best Answers Your Questions via Instagram During #UCMKnowsBest Q&A
On Aug. 17, 2018, University of Central Missouri Interim President Dr. Roger Best answered questions from the campus community via Twitter and Instagram. Watch him respond to questions from our Q&A.
August 20, 2018
5 Reasons Every Mule and Jennie Should Be Using Handshake
UCM’s Career Services office automatically provides all current students & alumni with Handshake, giving you the advantage over similar network-driven career websites. Here are the top 5 reasons you should be checking out Handshake regularly.
August 07, 2018
Top 10 Locations to Take Graduation Photos at UCM
The school year is nearing its end, and it's almost time for what you've been working toward: graduation. Before you say your goodbyes, you might want to take a few pictures to commemorate your time at UCM. There are a lot of beautiful backdrops on campus, and we've compiled a list for you of the top 10 places to take graduation photos on campus. So grab your cap and gown and let's go!
April 24, 2018
Freshman Orientation Registration is Easy With This Video Tutorial
Follow along as Chris Lang, Assistant Director of New Student Programs at UCM, walks you through the orientation registration process.
March 01, 2018
5 New Year's Resolutions that UCM Makes Easy
As you return from the holiday break feeling refreshed and ready to take on a new semester, it’s good to have goals for what you’d like to accomplish. New Year’s resolutions can be hard to stick to, but here are a few that we can help you accomplish.
January 03, 2018
10 Things To Do Over College Winter Break
You’ve worked hard all semester. You’ve turned in your last assignment and taken your last final. It’s finally here: winter break. You’re stress-free and feeling relaxed, except now you’re...bored!? Well, before your mom starts handing you chores to do, here are a few ideas to keep you entertained:
December 22, 2017
