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Online Master of Library Science Program Ranked Among Nation's Best
Recognizing a program that will help individuals prepare for jobs in an information-rich industry, OnlineMastersDegrees.org (OMD) recently named the University of Central Missouri among colleges and universities that offer the Best Masters in Library Science (MLS) Online Programs for 2023. In its recent online feature, OMD ranked UCM’s Master of Library Science #14 on its list of the top 40 institutions across the nation for pursuing the online MLS.
March 01, 2023
Karleskint Resigns Post as UCM's Head Men's Basketball Coach
University of Central Missouri Interim Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics Kathy Anderson announced Wednesday, March 1, that Doug Karleskint has resigned from his position as head men’s basketball coach. Karleskint recently completed his ninth season as Mules head coach.
March 01, 2023
Gallery of Art and Design Offers Three Exhibits, Visiting Artist's Lecture in March
The 55th Annual Citation Show will open March 13 at the University of Central Missouri Gallery of Art and Design’s main gallery. It is one of three art shows and a visiting artist’s lecture that are planned at the gallery during the same month.
March 01, 2023
UCM Celebrates 54th Annual Children's Literature Festival March 5-7
The University of Central Missouri will celebrate the 54th Annual Children’s Literature Festival March 5-7, with more than 20 nationally recognized authors and illustrators in attendance.
February 27, 2023
UCM Team Finishes Ninth in Annual Redbird National Sales Competition
Putting their marketing and sales knowledge and skills to test against students from across the United States, the University of Central Missouri Sales Team shined at the 2023 Virtual Redbird National Sales Competition, placing ninth among teams from 43 universities. This prestigious annual event was hosted by Illinois State University, Normal, Illinois, and included 120 student participants.
February 24, 2023
JCKL Presents 'The Changing Face of News' March 1
As a part of ongoing efforts to promote news literacy and critical thinking, James C. Kirkpatrick Library will present a hybrid panel discussion on “The Changing Face of News,” 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 1, at the library’s active learning room, 1260. The panel is composed of three award-winning journalists.
February 23, 2023
Missouri Innovation Campus Program Wraps Up Recruitment for 2023-27 Cohort
The nationally recognized Missouri Innovation Campus program recently concluded recruitment for its 2023-27 MIC cohort, a group of talented sophomores from qualifying metro-area high schools. Students selected will attend the Lee’s Summit R-7 School District’s Summit Technology Academy for a half day during their junior year, returning to their home schools for the remainder of the day.
February 23, 2023
UCM's Online, Part-time, Affordable MBA Recognized by Fortune Education
Students who want to pursue a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree, but require a flexible pathway to degree completion, may want to consider the University of Central Missouri. Recent rankings by Fortune Education list UCM’s MBA among the best online and part-time programs in the nation. This follows other rankings throughout the 2022-2023 academic year which have named UCM’s MBA among the best programs locally, regionally and beyond.
February 20, 2023
UCM Theatre and Dance Presents 'Eurydice' Feb. 23-26 at Highlander Theatre
University of Central Missouri Theatre and Dance and UCM Music present “Eurydice” at James L. Highlander Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 23, 24 and 25, and during matinees at 2 p.m. Feb. 25 and 26. The afternoon production on Feb. 26 is Pay-What-You-Can (minimum $1) admission and on Feb. 23 there will be an ASL interpreter for the hearing-impaired.
February 20, 2023
Friday the 13th is Lucky Day for UCM's New MAATA Hall of Famer
Friday the 13th may have a reputation as an unlucky day, but one University of Central Missouri faculty member can put the superstition to rest after learning on that date he will be inducted into the Mid-America Athletic Trainers’ Association (MAATA) District 5 Hall of Fame. Brian Hughes, professor and director of UCM’s Athletic Training program in the Department of Nutrition, Kinesiology and Health, will be honored during the association’s annual meeting and symposium on March 17 in Lavista, Nebraska.
February 10, 2023
Theatre and Dance Students, Faculty Honored by KCACTF Region V
Theatre and Dance students and faculty at the University of Central Missouri attended the first in-person Region V Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF) since 2020 on Jan. 22-28 in Des Moines, Iowa. With 24 students and six faculty members in attendance, UCM was recognized for excellence in multiple areas of theatre.
February 07, 2023
UCM Theatre and Dance Presents Student Directed One-Acts 'Cry Now, Laugh Later'
University of Central Missouri Theatre and Dance will present a weekend of repertory theatre with the collection of student-directed one-acts titled “Cry Now, Laugh Later.” Due to the length of the collection of these plays, the show has been split into two sets.
February 03, 2023
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: Senior Adora Mullendore Shares Experiences at UCM Including Mentorships, Professional Opportunities
The University of Central Missouri is shining its Student Spotlight on Adora Mullendore, a social work major who is is looking forward to receiving her bachelor’s degree in May and continuing a successful career.
February 02, 2023
'Dancing with the Professors' Returns to UCM Feb. 19
Re-launching a program that was last celebrated on campus in 2018, the University of Central Missouri (UCM) Dance Club will sponsor “Dancing with the Professors 2023” at 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 19 in Hendricks Hall. This student-run fundraiser has become a fan-favorite over the years and provides an evening of ballroom and popular dance styles performed by UCM students, faculty and staff.
February 02, 2023
Moral Movement Architect Rev. Dr. William Barber II to Speak at UCM
As part of its ongoing effort to bring guest speakers to campus to discuss significant social and economic issues related to justice, health, wellness, and community strength, the University of Central Missouri will present the program, “Rev. Dr. William Barber II, We are Called to Be a Movement.” This free public presentation sponsored by UCM’s Center for Multiculturalism and Inclusivity is open to all interested individuals and will take place at 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 27, in Hendricks Hall, located in the Administration Building. Doors open at 6 p.m.
February 01, 2023
