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University News, Fac/Staff

Former UCM President Patton Co-authors "Keys to Healthy Communication" Providing Practical Guidance for Applying Authenticity, Empathy, Empowerment

A former University of Central Missouri president has collaborated with two other researchers and writers on a new book with information they hope readers will take to heart. Their timely new publication, “Keys to Healthy Communication: Authenticity, Empathy and Empowerment,” provides a literary tool-kit that applies to personal, interpersonal, business and political situations, while offering practical guidance for the effective use of three essential communication concepts that could help people transform their lives.

June 10, 2022
2022 Mees Outstanding Staff Award
Fac/Staff, University News

Davis, Basinger Receive Accolades During Staff Appreciation Breakfast

During an annual awards breakfast hosted by the University of Central Missouri Staff Council, two individuals who have made a positive impact on the institution were recognized for their outstanding contributions. Charissa Davis, assistant director of financial aid, was honored as the 2022 recipient of J.P. Mees Outstanding Professional Staff Award and Gwena Basinger, administrative assistant to the dean in the Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies, was presented the Outstanding Staff Award.

June 06, 2022
runge-conservation-nature-center
University News, KMOS-TV

Free Family Event and TV Series Preview Screening Hosted by KMOS PBS and Runge Conservation Nature Center June 23

KMOS PBS and the Runge Conservation Nature Center have partnered to present KMOS PBS Adventure Day beginning at 1 p.m. Thursday, June 23. This free public event, sponsored in part by Hitachi Energy of Jefferson City, will take place at the Runge Nature Center in Jefferson City.

June 03, 2022
david-pearce-sworn-in-to-mhec
University News, Governmental Relations

Pearce Appointed to Midwestern Higher Education Compact

David Pearce, executive director for governmental relations at the University of Central Missouri, has an opportunity to impact higher education throughout the state with his recent appointment to the Midwestern Higher Education Compact (MHEC).

June 03, 2022
Missouri Innovation Campus
UCM-LS, University News

Missouri Innovation Campus Program Celebrates 10 Years of Accelerating Degree Completion

The Missouri Innovation Campus program is celebrating the completion of its 10th year this spring. The program’s seventh cohort (2018-22) recently finished their final year with each member receiving a bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Missouri on May 6.

June 02, 2022
alice-in-wonderland-poster
UCM Theatre and Dance, University News

"Alice in Wonderland" CMR Touring Play Comes to UCM Sunday, May 29

Looking for a fun, family opportunity this weekend? The University of Central Missouri’s James L. Highlander Theatre will provide a great setting when it hosts Central Missouri Repertory Theatre’s presentation of the touring play “Alice in Wonderland.” The play by Lewis Carroll and adapted by Kathryn Schultz is free and open to the public, and begins at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 29 at UCM.

May 27, 2022
theatre-scholarship-guild
University News, student awards, Department of Theatre and Dance

UCM Theatre and Dance Presents Scholarships and Awards, Announces 2022-23 Performance Schedule

University of Central Missouri Theatre and Dance recognized a number of its students and faculty through its annual awards and scholarship dinner during the spring semester on the stage at the James L. Highlander Theatre. UCM’s Theta Alpha Phi, National Theatre Honorary Fraternity hosted the banquet with nearly 90 faculty, students, and guests attending the event which took place for the first time since 2019, and featured the presentation of 46 scholarships worth $40,000 awarded.

May 26, 2022
Blood Drive Flier
University News, events

Together Royal Blood Drive June 8 at UCM, Limited Edition T-shirts for Donors

The University of Central Missouri is providing an opportunity to help save more lives by hosting the Together Royal Blood Drive 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, in the ballroom of the Elliott Student Union.

May 25, 2022
Nutrition
University News

UCM Attains Candidacy for Accreditation by ACEND to Prepare Dietetics and Nutrition Professionals

With a nationwide transition soon to make a master’s degree from an accredited college or university the minimum education requirement to become a Registered Dietician Nutritionist (RDN), the University of Central Missouri is taking an important step to create a new pathway to ensure its students are prepared to meet this new standard.

May 24, 2022
MO-FEN 2022
UCM Agriculture, University News

Missouri Food Entrepreneur Network Meeting Hosted by UCM

While Missouri continues to be a significant contributor to efforts to help feed the world, a group of individuals who met on the University of Central Missouri campus are looking for ways to create new opportunities for the sale and production of the state’s agriculture products.

May 23, 2022
mark-suazo-image
University News, Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies

Massachusetts Educator Soon to Begin Duties as Harmon College Dean

Selected through a national search, Mark Suazo, Ph.D., a longtime college educator whose professional path also has included working as an engineer and as program manager for multimillion dollar projects, will put his experience to work as the new dean of the University of Central Missouri’s Adrian and Margaret Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies. He begins his service to UCM on July 11.

May 19, 2022
jerry-hughes-speaking
UCM Athletics, University News

Jerry Hughes Awarded Prestigious D2 CCA Award of Merit

The Division 2 Conference Commissioners Association (D2 CCA) has awarded Jerry Hughes, Vice President Intercollegiate Athletics at the University of Central Missouri (UCM), the 2022 D2 CCA Award of Merit, the organization announced Wednesday, May 18.

May 18, 2022
usbank-mules-card-graphic
U.S. Bank, University News

U.S. Bank and University of Central Missouri Unveil New Mules Debit Card

U.S. Bank customers can now proudly show off their Mules pride with the new UCM Mules Affinity Visa® debit card which allows University of Central Missouri students, alumni, employees and the community-at-large to showcase their university pride while making financial transactions. The UCM Mules card launched May 15 and features an image of the university’s mascot, Mo the Mule.

May 16, 2022
education-for-service-awards-group-photo
University News, awards, Fac/Staff, Education for Service

Neal, Goreham and Lewis Are First Recipients of Education for Service Awards

For approximately 100 years, the University of Central Missouri’s “Education for Service” motto has embodied the essence of UCM, and exemplifies all that the institution does to prepare its students to graduate and enter the world as global citizens. In the spirit of this longstanding commitment, three individuals this spring were named recipients of the first Education for Service Awards.

May 12, 2022
administration-building-in-spring
Finance and Operations, University News, S&P

S&P Global Ratings Assign UCM 'A+' Long-term Rating for Fifth Year

The University of Central Missouri has received a long-term rating of “A+” by Standard & Poor’s (S&P) Global Ratings for the fifth consecutive year regarding its Missouri Health & Educational facilities Authority’s series 3013C, 2018A and 2018B educational facilities bonds. In addition, as a result of UCM’s dedication to sound financial operations, the rating includes an improved outlook, going from “negative” to “stable”.

May 12, 2022
bobby-patton-photo
University News, Fac/Staff

Former UCM President Patton Co-authors "Keys to Healthy Communication" Providing Practical Guidance for Applying Authenticity, Empathy, Empowerment

A former University of Central Missouri president has collaborated with two other researchers and writers on a new book with information they hope readers will take to heart. Their timely new publication, “Keys to Healthy Communication: Authenticity, Empathy and Empowerment,” provides a literary tool-kit that applies to personal, interpersonal, business and political situations, while offering practical guidance for the effective use of three essential communication concepts that could help people transform their lives.

June 10, 2022
2022 Mees Outstanding Staff Award
Fac/Staff, University News

Davis, Basinger Receive Accolades During Staff Appreciation Breakfast

During an annual awards breakfast hosted by the University of Central Missouri Staff Council, two individuals who have made a positive impact on the institution were recognized for their outstanding contributions. Charissa Davis, assistant director of financial aid, was honored as the 2022 recipient of J.P. Mees Outstanding Professional Staff Award and Gwena Basinger, administrative assistant to the dean in the Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies, was presented the Outstanding Staff Award.

June 06, 2022
runge-conservation-nature-center
University News, KMOS-TV

Free Family Event and TV Series Preview Screening Hosted by KMOS PBS and Runge Conservation Nature Center June 23

KMOS PBS and the Runge Conservation Nature Center have partnered to present KMOS PBS Adventure Day beginning at 1 p.m. Thursday, June 23. This free public event, sponsored in part by Hitachi Energy of Jefferson City, will take place at the Runge Nature Center in Jefferson City.

June 03, 2022
david-pearce-sworn-in-to-mhec
University News, Governmental Relations

Pearce Appointed to Midwestern Higher Education Compact

David Pearce, executive director for governmental relations at the University of Central Missouri, has an opportunity to impact higher education throughout the state with his recent appointment to the Midwestern Higher Education Compact (MHEC).

June 03, 2022
Missouri Innovation Campus
UCM-LS, University News

Missouri Innovation Campus Program Celebrates 10 Years of Accelerating Degree Completion

The Missouri Innovation Campus program is celebrating the completion of its 10th year this spring. The program’s seventh cohort (2018-22) recently finished their final year with each member receiving a bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Missouri on May 6.

June 02, 2022
alice-in-wonderland-poster
UCM Theatre and Dance, University News

"Alice in Wonderland" CMR Touring Play Comes to UCM Sunday, May 29

Looking for a fun, family opportunity this weekend? The University of Central Missouri’s James L. Highlander Theatre will provide a great setting when it hosts Central Missouri Repertory Theatre’s presentation of the touring play “Alice in Wonderland.” The play by Lewis Carroll and adapted by Kathryn Schultz is free and open to the public, and begins at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 29 at UCM.

May 27, 2022
theatre-scholarship-guild
University News, student awards, Department of Theatre and Dance

UCM Theatre and Dance Presents Scholarships and Awards, Announces 2022-23 Performance Schedule

University of Central Missouri Theatre and Dance recognized a number of its students and faculty through its annual awards and scholarship dinner during the spring semester on the stage at the James L. Highlander Theatre. UCM’s Theta Alpha Phi, National Theatre Honorary Fraternity hosted the banquet with nearly 90 faculty, students, and guests attending the event which took place for the first time since 2019, and featured the presentation of 46 scholarships worth $40,000 awarded.

May 26, 2022
Blood Drive Flier
University News, events

Together Royal Blood Drive June 8 at UCM, Limited Edition T-shirts for Donors

The University of Central Missouri is providing an opportunity to help save more lives by hosting the Together Royal Blood Drive 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, in the ballroom of the Elliott Student Union.

May 25, 2022
Nutrition
University News

UCM Attains Candidacy for Accreditation by ACEND to Prepare Dietetics and Nutrition Professionals

With a nationwide transition soon to make a master’s degree from an accredited college or university the minimum education requirement to become a Registered Dietician Nutritionist (RDN), the University of Central Missouri is taking an important step to create a new pathway to ensure its students are prepared to meet this new standard.

May 24, 2022
MO-FEN 2022
UCM Agriculture, University News

Missouri Food Entrepreneur Network Meeting Hosted by UCM

While Missouri continues to be a significant contributor to efforts to help feed the world, a group of individuals who met on the University of Central Missouri campus are looking for ways to create new opportunities for the sale and production of the state’s agriculture products.

May 23, 2022
mark-suazo-image
University News, Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies

Massachusetts Educator Soon to Begin Duties as Harmon College Dean

Selected through a national search, Mark Suazo, Ph.D., a longtime college educator whose professional path also has included working as an engineer and as program manager for multimillion dollar projects, will put his experience to work as the new dean of the University of Central Missouri’s Adrian and Margaret Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies. He begins his service to UCM on July 11.

May 19, 2022
jerry-hughes-speaking
UCM Athletics, University News

Jerry Hughes Awarded Prestigious D2 CCA Award of Merit

The Division 2 Conference Commissioners Association (D2 CCA) has awarded Jerry Hughes, Vice President Intercollegiate Athletics at the University of Central Missouri (UCM), the 2022 D2 CCA Award of Merit, the organization announced Wednesday, May 18.

May 18, 2022
usbank-mules-card-graphic
U.S. Bank, University News

U.S. Bank and University of Central Missouri Unveil New Mules Debit Card

U.S. Bank customers can now proudly show off their Mules pride with the new UCM Mules Affinity Visa® debit card which allows University of Central Missouri students, alumni, employees and the community-at-large to showcase their university pride while making financial transactions. The UCM Mules card launched May 15 and features an image of the university’s mascot, Mo the Mule.

May 16, 2022
education-for-service-awards-group-photo
University News, awards, Fac/Staff, Education for Service

Neal, Goreham and Lewis Are First Recipients of Education for Service Awards

For approximately 100 years, the University of Central Missouri’s “Education for Service” motto has embodied the essence of UCM, and exemplifies all that the institution does to prepare its students to graduate and enter the world as global citizens. In the spirit of this longstanding commitment, three individuals this spring were named recipients of the first Education for Service Awards.

May 12, 2022
administration-building-in-spring
Finance and Operations, University News, S&P

S&P Global Ratings Assign UCM 'A+' Long-term Rating for Fifth Year

The University of Central Missouri has received a long-term rating of “A+” by Standard & Poor’s (S&P) Global Ratings for the fifth consecutive year regarding its Missouri Health & Educational facilities Authority’s series 3013C, 2018A and 2018B educational facilities bonds. In addition, as a result of UCM’s dedication to sound financial operations, the rating includes an improved outlook, going from “negative” to “stable”.

May 12, 2022

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