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UCM Special Education Major Honored as Student Employee of the Year
A University of Central Missouri student from Wesphalia, Missouri, has received the top honor in an annual program that recognizes exemplary student employees. The Student Employee of the Year awards ceremony was conducted by UCM’s Office of Human Resources on April 10, also recognizing two others students who placed in the top three, qualifying each of them to receive a trophy, certificate, and a sponsored financial award.
April 11, 2023
UCM Division of Art and Design Presents Biannual Senior Shows
The first of two Senior Shows will open April 12 in the main gallery of the University of Central Missouri Art Center. This show features the work of four UCM Art and Design majors who are preparing to graduate with degrees in majors such as Studio Art, Art Education and Illustration.
April 10, 2023
UCM Students Capture First Place in 2023 Safety Olympics in Oklahoma
Academic teams from the University of Central Missouri are enjoying a banner spring in regional and national competitions with one of the most recent victories coming from participation at the 2023 Safety Olympics hosted by Southeastern Oklahoma State University. The competition, March 23-25, was an opportunity to showcase students’ knowledge and skills in multiple safety events over a two-day period.
April 07, 2023
MIC Hosts Introduction to Chemistry College Credit Summer Course for High School Students
The University of Central Missouri is offering a summer Intro to Chemistry (CHEM 1104) course with lab May 30 through July 6 at the Missouri Innovation Campus in Lee’s Summit. Lectures will take place 9:30 to 11:45 a.m. with the lab from 12:30 to 2:20 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
April 06, 2023
Rapport with Faculty, Students, Professional Achievements Contribute to Strohmeyer Receiving 2023 Byler Distinguished Faculty Award
An educator described by colleagues as an extraordinary teacher and well-respected leader who has great passion and enthusiasm for his work, Scott Strohmeyer, Ph.D., is being honored as the 2023 recipient of the University of Central Missouri’s Byler Distinguished Faculty Award.
April 06, 2023
Nationwide Initiative Exemplifies UCM's Motto of 'Education for Service'
Consistent with the University of Central Missouri’s motto, “Education for Service,” the UCM Alumni Foundation has announced the first MuleNation Weeks of Service event. The initiative brings students, alumni and their families together to engage in projects that will benefit communities in Missouri and five other states. This event begins on April 10 and concludes on April 22, which is Earth Day. It takes place during National Volunteer Week, April 16-22.
April 05, 2023
UCM Celebrates Agriculture Hosting 2023 FFA Central District Competition
Weeks of preparation to develop knowledge and skills in several agriculture areas culminated with approximately 1,800 high school students competing in the Missouri FFA Central District competition March 28 at the University of Central Missouri.
April 05, 2023
'The Curtain Rises: Senior Showcase' Performances Planned in April at UCM and at Kansas City's Unicorn Theatre
The University of Central Missouri Division of Theatre and Dance presents “The Curtain Rises: Senior Showcase 2023” at 3 p.m. Thursday, April 13 at the Highlander Theatre on the UCM campus and at 7 p.m. Monday, April 24, on the Levin Stage at the Unicorn Theatre in Kansas City, Missouri.
April 05, 2023
Thirty UCM Faculty Members Honored with Promotions/Tenure
Following a review process coordinated by the Office of the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, 30 University of Central Missouri faculty members were awarded promotions and/or tenure for the 2023-2024 academic year. The Board of Governors was presented a list of these individuals when it met March 23.
April 04, 2023
Theatre and Dance and Music Present 'Little Women: The Musical' at Highlander Theatre April 6-9: ASL Interpreters Saturday Night
University of Central Missouri Theatre and Dance and UCM Music present “Little Women: The Musical” at the Highlander Theatre at 7:30 p.m. April 6, 7 and 8, and at 2 p.m. April 8 and 9. The April 9 matinee is Pay-What-You-Can (minimum $1). The show is family-friendly.
April 03, 2023
Homeland Security at UCM Receives Three More No. 1 Rankings from College Factual
As careers in homeland security flourish, the University of Central Missouri’s success in preparing graduates for the competitive field continues to grow with it. College Factual has ranked UCM No. 1 in Missouri for homeland security in three recent lists; Top Missouri Schools for Homeland Security, 2023 Most Popular Colleges for Homeland Security in Missouri and Best Value Colleges for Homeland Security in Missouri (with Aid).
April 03, 2023
Professor Emeritus Rodenberg Shares Stories Highlighting Fond Memories of Lab School, International Office Experiences
From his early years teaching at the University of Central Missouri’s former lab school to serving as the university’s first Director of International Programs, Professor Emeritus Terry Rodenberg has always had a reputation as a great storyteller. In retirement, he is putting that ability to use sharing with others two self-published booklets highlighting his own favorite memories as well as those of past colleagues and alumni. His first work, “A Personal Look About Life at the Lab School” and his second publication, “Stories of the International Office,” are now available on a limited basis.
March 31, 2023
UCM Announces Schedule for Popular STEAM Summer Camps for Kids
The University of Central Missouri is partnering with Black Rocket online learning company to offer both in-person and online STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) summer camps for children from age 6 to 14. The in-person courses are new this year with three-hours classes offered weekly via either morning or afternoon sessions June 26 through July 28 at the Missouri Innovation Campus in Lee’s Summit.
March 30, 2023
Criminal Justice Team Captures 20th Consecutive National ACJA-LAE Title
While finding a place to display 19 new trophies may pose a small problem for an award-winning program, it is a welcome challenge for the University of Central Missouri’s Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology. This shiny new hardware comes after a team of students and faculty members captured UCM’s 20th consecutive Sweepstakes Award at the American Criminal Justice Association-Lambda Alpha Epsilon (ACJA-LAE) National Conference Competition.
March 30, 2023
Lubbers Earns Nationally Recognized Financial Aid Administrator Certification
Maintaining his high commitment to professional standards in his field, Tony Lubbers, director of financial aid at the University of Central Missouri, earned the FAAC® designation from the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators' accredited Certified Financial Aid Administrator® (CFAA) Program.
March 29, 2023
