The University of Central Missouri held its first-ever “Match Madness” day of giving March 22 to raise funds for UCM Athletics. Mules and Jennies sports teams faced off in a friendly competition for a share of the matching gift donated by generous alumni and friends.
March 25, 2022Collaborating to create a seamless, efficient pathway from associate to baccalaureate degree, the University of Central Missouri and State Fair Community College have announced a new concurrent enrollment agreement. This agreement enables students to enjoy a four-year education experience at UCM while simultaneously taking advantage of the affordability of the community college and the diverse levels of academic preparation SFCC provides.
March 24, 2022In addition to recognizing academic leader Ann McCoy as the 2022 recipient of the annual James C. Kirkpatrick Excellence in Governance Award, the University of Central Missouri Student Government Association announced an SGA resolution, which has made possible a second honor for presentation alongside the Kirkpatrick Award. UCM emeriti member Walt Hicklin on March 22 became the first recipient of this new service award that has been established in his name.
March 24, 2022In an ever-changing world, Scott Smith, Ph.D., strives to ensure his class materials, assignments and projects are constantly evolving to keep students engaged, informed and prepared for the challenges they will face in a career field that is never static. Such attention to students’ success has contributed to the professor of marketing’s selection as the University of Central Missouri recipient of the 2022 Governor’s Award for Excellence in Education.
March 24, 2022University of Central Missouri marketing students competed against some of the top students and teams in their academic discipline this month through the National Collegiate Sales Competition (NCSC) March 4-7. They represented the only team in the event from a Missouri public university. It was hosted by Kennesaw State University in Kennesaw, Georgia, and is considered the largest and most competitive sales competition in the nation.
March 23, 2022As part of the University of Central Missouri’s efforts to promote conversations with distinguished visitors, UCM will host civil rights activist, author, and educator Angela Davis for a public presentation at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 5, in Hendricks Hall. Her speech is open to all who are interested in attending, and there is no admission charge. The event is sponsored by the Center for Multiculturalism and Inclusivity.
March 23, 2022In recognition of her outstanding public service and for her efforts to prepare Missouri educators, Ann McCoy, Ph.D., dean of the University of Central Missouri College of Education, will receive the highest honor presented by students. The UCM Student Government Association will recognize her publicly as the 2022 recipient of the James C. Kirkpatrick Excellence in Governance Award at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 22, in the read and relaxation area, near the west entrance of the Kirkpatrick Library. The public is invited to attend this award presentation, which will be hosted by members of the SGA.
March 17, 2022At the same time Powell Gardens hosts the Orchid Delirium this month, a special evening tailored to young adults will come to fruition thanks to the efforts of a group of University of Central Missouri students in the Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies. Tickets are available online for the Experience Delirium event that takes place from 8 p.m. to midnight Thursday, March 24, at the Powell Gardens Visitors Center.
March 16, 2022A group of students, known as Team Neptune, are collaborating with staff from the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum on a project to enhance the museum experience by adding a projectable 3D gallery of artifacts using 3D scanning technology.
March 14, 2022The History and Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Programs at the University of Central Missouri will host the Payne International Lecture in a live virtual format at 4 p.m. Wednesday, March 23, featuring author and educator, Dr. Katherine Marino.
March 11, 2022Educational and engaging courses include video game design, animation, coding and YouTube content creation.
March 11, 2022Demonstrating its dedication to the men and women who serve this country, the University of Central Missouri has been awarded the 2022-2023 Military Friendly® Schools Gold designation.
March 07, 2022The University of Central Missouri and Whiteman Air Force Base recently approved an agreement that will bring UCM’s industry-recognized certificate courses to military-connected students as well as military spouses. The courses start this month, and are a convenient method for adult learners to take courses at Whiteman AFB.
March 02, 2022The University of Central Missouri is filling a vital position in the area of academic leadership with the appointment of Timothy R. Crowley, Hays, Kansas, as the Vice Provost for Academic Programs and Dean of Graduate Studies and Research. Crowley begins his new duties April 1.
March 02, 2022From growing up in a life of poverty to becoming a successful ABC network news veteran who has interviewed everyone from homeless individuals to world leaders, John Quiñones shared his thoughts on the power of “doing the right thing” with a University of Central Missouri audience Feb. 23 in Nahm Auditorium.
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