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Career Services 2020
University News, events, career services

Career Services Announces Two Virtual Expos, Other August, September Events

The University of Central Missouri Career Services Center has announced plans to host two virtual career expos in September that are specifically targeted toward degree programs within two UCM academic colleges in addition to other August and September activities that will be of interest to a wide range of other students.

August 21, 2020
UCM Art Center and Gallery
University News, CAHSS, events

'Art of Suffrage' 1869-1920 Exhibition Begins Aug. 17 at UCM Gallery

In recognition of the 72-year struggle that led to the ratification of the 19th Amendment, the “Art of Suffrage” exhibit at the University of Central Missouri Gallery of Art and Design, Aug. 17 to Sept. 19, invites visitors to examine artworks that made the suffrage movement visible to the public.

August 13, 2020
Cody Bruckerhoff
University News, Esports, awards

UCM Esports Team Member Recognized Nationally as Shoutcaster of the Year

Cody Bruckerhoff, s a student member of the University of Central Missouri’s new Esports team, has received the Collegiate Shoutcaster of the Year Award for 2019-2020 presented by the National Association of College Esports.

August 13, 2020
State of the University 2020
University News, events

President Best to Deliver State of the University Address Aug. 27

Setting the tone for a new academic year, University of Central Missouri President Roger J. Best will present the annual State of the University Address from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27.

August 12, 2020
Learning Commons JCKL
University News, JCKL, student success

Physical Relocation of Learning Commons, Virtual Programs, Enhances Access

An area that plays an instrumental role in helping University of Central Missouri students succeed in their college education, the Learning Commons, often referred to as the “learning center,” has been relocated to the first floor of the James C. Kirkpatrick Library.

August 12, 2020
Youth Online Programs
University News, MIC, UCM-LS

UCM to Offer Popular Black Rocket Computer Science Online Youth Programs Throughout Fall

The University of Central Missouri is partnering with Black Rocket online learning company to offer online computer science summer enrichment classes for children ages 8 to 14 during fall 2020.

August 12, 2020
 Rolando Salvatierra
University News, UCM-LS, Opportunity In Action

Navy Veteran Lands Management Job with Top Company After Completing UCM's Project Management Professional Prep Course

During these challenging economic times, Rolando Salvatierra is grateful for the career training and job opportunities that have resulted from his participation in the University of Central Missouri’s Project Management Professional Prep Course.

August 04, 2020
Zhiguo Zhou, Ph.D
University News, facstaff

UCM Professor Looks at 'Multifaceted Radiomics' as Way to Predict Risk of Cancer Metastasis

New research by a University of Central Missouri faculty member uses an innovative Artificial Intelligence (AI) technique to allow physicians to predict which patients are at low risk of distant metastasis in order to help minimize radiation’s severe side effects.

July 30, 2020
Dr. Matthew Furedy
facstaff, University News

Furedy Becomes Interim Chair of UCM's School of Aviation

The Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies has announced that Dr. Matthew Furedy will serve as the new interim chair for the University of Central Missouri's School of Aviation. Dr. Furedy has more than 15 years of experience within aviation. He served as an airport inspector and the State Aviation Manager for the Nevada Department of Transportation for nine years before joining UCM.

July 27, 2020
McClure Archives Artifacts
McClure Archives, University News

McClure Archives and University Museum Awarded Grant to Assist in Consultation, Documentation of Native American Remains, Cultural Items

As part of the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the United States National Park Service is awarding the University of Central Missouri McClure Archives and University Museum a $90,000 grant to assist in the consultation, documentation, and repatriation of ancestral remains and cultural items.

July 27, 2020
CMPA Field Sobriety Test
University News, missouri safety center

Grant Helps Missouri Safety Center Explore New Measures to Counter Increase in Impaired Drivers

While the number of impaired drivers is escalating, the Missouri Safety Center at the University of Central Missouri has a new opportunity to help address this national and state issue. It is receiving grant funding that paves the way for research into new tools to help keep high-risk drivers from getting behind the wheel.

July 23, 2020
JCCHS COVID-19 Testing
events, University News

JCCHS Coordinates Free COVID-19 Testing at UCM, Open to All Missourians

Johnson County Community Health Services (JCCHS), in cooperation with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, will host a COVID-19 Community Testing event from noon to 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, at the University of Central Missouri. It is free to all Missouri residents.

July 16, 2020
Move To Include
University News, KMOS-TV

KMOS-TV Partners with West-Central Independent Living Solutions to Celebrate 30th Anniversary of Signing of Americans with Disabilities Act

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act on July 26, KMOS-TV will broadcast a series of inspirational documentary films that highlight and celebrate individuals who have overcome mental and/or physical challenges to achieve their goals. These films will air nightly at 5 p.m. beginning Monday, July 20 through Friday, July 24 on KMOS Emerge 6.3.

July 16, 2020
Degrees With Less Debt
University News, student success

UCM Recognized in St. Louis Graduates' Report, 'Degrees with Less Debt: Postsecondary Strategies that Enhance Low-income and Black Student Success'

The University of Central Missouri has been identified among five colleges and universities leading the charge to support low-income students and Black students to graduate from college with less debt. UCM’s work in this important area are noted in the report, “Degrees with Less Debt: Postsecondary Strategies that Enhance Low-income and Black Student Success, “to be released by St. Louis Graduates on July 15.

July 14, 2020
Sam Schleicher
awards, University News, facstaff

Dedication to UCM Social Media Contributes to Schleicher's Selection for Foster-Inglish PR Award

Described by his supervisor as someone who is intuitive, strives for excellence, and is a problem solver, Sam Schleicher has been named the 2020 recipient of the Foster-Inglish Award for Outstanding Achievement and Service in Public Relations at the University of Central Missouri.

July 10, 2020
Career Services 2020
University News, events, career services

Career Services Announces Two Virtual Expos, Other August, September Events

The University of Central Missouri Career Services Center has announced plans to host two virtual career expos in September that are specifically targeted toward degree programs within two UCM academic colleges in addition to other August and September activities that will be of interest to a wide range of other students.

August 21, 2020
UCM Art Center and Gallery
University News, CAHSS, events

'Art of Suffrage' 1869-1920 Exhibition Begins Aug. 17 at UCM Gallery

In recognition of the 72-year struggle that led to the ratification of the 19th Amendment, the “Art of Suffrage” exhibit at the University of Central Missouri Gallery of Art and Design, Aug. 17 to Sept. 19, invites visitors to examine artworks that made the suffrage movement visible to the public.

August 13, 2020
Cody Bruckerhoff
University News, Esports, awards

UCM Esports Team Member Recognized Nationally as Shoutcaster of the Year

Cody Bruckerhoff, s a student member of the University of Central Missouri’s new Esports team, has received the Collegiate Shoutcaster of the Year Award for 2019-2020 presented by the National Association of College Esports.

August 13, 2020
State of the University 2020
University News, events

President Best to Deliver State of the University Address Aug. 27

Setting the tone for a new academic year, University of Central Missouri President Roger J. Best will present the annual State of the University Address from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27.

August 12, 2020
Learning Commons JCKL
University News, JCKL, student success

Physical Relocation of Learning Commons, Virtual Programs, Enhances Access

An area that plays an instrumental role in helping University of Central Missouri students succeed in their college education, the Learning Commons, often referred to as the “learning center,” has been relocated to the first floor of the James C. Kirkpatrick Library.

August 12, 2020
Youth Online Programs
University News, MIC, UCM-LS

UCM to Offer Popular Black Rocket Computer Science Online Youth Programs Throughout Fall

The University of Central Missouri is partnering with Black Rocket online learning company to offer online computer science summer enrichment classes for children ages 8 to 14 during fall 2020.

August 12, 2020
 Rolando Salvatierra
University News, UCM-LS, Opportunity In Action

Navy Veteran Lands Management Job with Top Company After Completing UCM's Project Management Professional Prep Course

During these challenging economic times, Rolando Salvatierra is grateful for the career training and job opportunities that have resulted from his participation in the University of Central Missouri’s Project Management Professional Prep Course.

August 04, 2020
Zhiguo Zhou, Ph.D
University News, facstaff

UCM Professor Looks at 'Multifaceted Radiomics' as Way to Predict Risk of Cancer Metastasis

New research by a University of Central Missouri faculty member uses an innovative Artificial Intelligence (AI) technique to allow physicians to predict which patients are at low risk of distant metastasis in order to help minimize radiation’s severe side effects.

July 30, 2020
Dr. Matthew Furedy
facstaff, University News

Furedy Becomes Interim Chair of UCM's School of Aviation

The Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies has announced that Dr. Matthew Furedy will serve as the new interim chair for the University of Central Missouri's School of Aviation. Dr. Furedy has more than 15 years of experience within aviation. He served as an airport inspector and the State Aviation Manager for the Nevada Department of Transportation for nine years before joining UCM.

July 27, 2020
McClure Archives Artifacts
McClure Archives, University News

McClure Archives and University Museum Awarded Grant to Assist in Consultation, Documentation of Native American Remains, Cultural Items

As part of the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the United States National Park Service is awarding the University of Central Missouri McClure Archives and University Museum a $90,000 grant to assist in the consultation, documentation, and repatriation of ancestral remains and cultural items.

July 27, 2020
CMPA Field Sobriety Test
University News, missouri safety center

Grant Helps Missouri Safety Center Explore New Measures to Counter Increase in Impaired Drivers

While the number of impaired drivers is escalating, the Missouri Safety Center at the University of Central Missouri has a new opportunity to help address this national and state issue. It is receiving grant funding that paves the way for research into new tools to help keep high-risk drivers from getting behind the wheel.

July 23, 2020
JCCHS COVID-19 Testing
events, University News

JCCHS Coordinates Free COVID-19 Testing at UCM, Open to All Missourians

Johnson County Community Health Services (JCCHS), in cooperation with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, will host a COVID-19 Community Testing event from noon to 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, at the University of Central Missouri. It is free to all Missouri residents.

July 16, 2020
Move To Include
University News, KMOS-TV

KMOS-TV Partners with West-Central Independent Living Solutions to Celebrate 30th Anniversary of Signing of Americans with Disabilities Act

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act on July 26, KMOS-TV will broadcast a series of inspirational documentary films that highlight and celebrate individuals who have overcome mental and/or physical challenges to achieve their goals. These films will air nightly at 5 p.m. beginning Monday, July 20 through Friday, July 24 on KMOS Emerge 6.3.

July 16, 2020
Degrees With Less Debt
University News, student success

UCM Recognized in St. Louis Graduates' Report, 'Degrees with Less Debt: Postsecondary Strategies that Enhance Low-income and Black Student Success'

The University of Central Missouri has been identified among five colleges and universities leading the charge to support low-income students and Black students to graduate from college with less debt. UCM’s work in this important area are noted in the report, “Degrees with Less Debt: Postsecondary Strategies that Enhance Low-income and Black Student Success, “to be released by St. Louis Graduates on July 15.

July 14, 2020
Sam Schleicher
awards, University News, facstaff

Dedication to UCM Social Media Contributes to Schleicher's Selection for Foster-Inglish PR Award

Described by his supervisor as someone who is intuitive, strives for excellence, and is a problem solver, Sam Schleicher has been named the 2020 recipient of the Foster-Inglish Award for Outstanding Achievement and Service in Public Relations at the University of Central Missouri.

July 10, 2020

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