At the University of Central Missouri, we believe in the power of stories to inform, inspire and connect. The UCM News Bureau serves as the university's central source for official news, announcements and feature stories that highlight the achievements, events and initiatives shaping our campus community.
Our team provides timely, accurate and engaging content that reflects the university's commitment to academic excellence, student success and community engagement. Whether you're a student, faculty or staff member, alumnus, journalist or visitor, we invite you to explore our latest updates and discover the many ways UCM is redefining what's possible locally, nationally and globally.
Recognizing that many students who have the talent and ambition to pursue a higher education may not achieve their college dream without financial support, the University of Central Missouri has announced plans to launch the Gift of Success Campaign for students in fall 2018.
May 15, 2018Rachel Clements, Warrensburg, office professional in the Department of Middle, Secondary and Adult Education at the University of Central Missouri, received the Outstanding Staff Award at the annual UCM Staff Appreciation Breakfast May 9.
May 10, 2018Pending future changes in state appropriations for Missouri’s public colleges and universities, the University of Central Missouri Board of Governors has adopted its Fiscal Year 2019 budget, holding undergraduate resident tuition at a 1 percent increase, effective this fall. It also targets a $17.4 million budget reduction over FY18, based on the projected decrease in revenues and various mandatory cost increases.
May 02, 2018
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Main Areas: Missouri Legislative Session, Employment Opportunities in Politics and Government for College Students, Current Events and Their Political Implications
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